The Association of Association Executives, with its ethos of 'Share, Learn & Grow' is built around a contribution-based membership community, allowing everyone to learn and grow their expertise and knowledge. The members contribute content, take surveys, share updates on their projects and provide input into the AAE. Membership is open to all association, society and federation executives (senior staff and employees, as well as volunteer executives and board members) for no fee, with the option of paid membership levels for more benefits.
Membership to stay informed and to stay connected
Standard Membership connects you with the knowledge and network you need to do great work. Whether you’re starting out in association management or simply want to stay in the loop, this membership level gives you access to a trusted stream of insight, resources and peer exchange.
It’s designed for association professionals and staff who want to build their expertise, stay updated on new ideas, and be part of a wider community working to strengthen associations and their impact.
Accelerate your career and your association’s growth
Professional Membership is for those who want to achieve more with their association. It is designed to support association staff looking to refine their strategy, build smarter services, and drive growth and impact across their organisation. This membership level gives you access to insight, peer knowledge and tools that help shape the way you deliver value to members, partners, and your team.
Whether you're aiming to evolve your membership offer, improve event delivery, or diversify income streams, this membership supports confident, informed decision-making at a strategic level
Lead with influence, shape the future, designed for association leaders
Leader Membership is tailored for executive heads and senior decision-makers in associations. This level helps you navigate the bigger picture from organizational transformation and strategic development. It connects you with a community of peers who understand the complexity of leading an association today, offering space for dialogue, exchange, and strategic foresight.
Designed to support long-term thinking and big decisions, this level helps you stay focused on what matters most: delivering meaningful impact.
Empower your team and organization
A variety of plans are available according to your staff levels. Each level offers a certain number of your employees / executives the full benefits of the Professional Membership, Leader Membership for your executive head and membership recognition for the organization itself.
Association Organization Membership is designed for associations that want to go beyond individual learning and create shared momentum across their team. Whether you are developing your events, membership, communications or governance, this level enables multiple staff members to access practical insights, proven approaches, and peer connections, ensuring your whole organization moves forward with confidence.
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MINI €815 / £690 Per year |
SMALL €1450 / £1250 Per year |
MEDIUM €2625 / £2250 Per year |
LARGE €3790 / £3250 Per year |
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Leadership level | x 1 for Executive Head |
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The number of people included in an Association Membership is based on those who are registered on the AAE website and benefit from the services and information. |
The AAE is funded by sponsorships, advertising, events revenue, trainings and paid plans. These funds enable us to provide you membership at no fee.
The AAE is committed to protecting your privacy. Your personal data and contact information will only be shared with suppliers when you explicitly consent eg. for specific events when booking on and when opting in to third-party services or products.