Why associations choose Hivebrite

Your members expect more than a standard website and listserv. They want a dynamic, engaging community hub that delivers real value, fosters meaningful connections, and is easy to access.

Join us ASAE 2025, and discover how Hivebrite’s comprehensive engagement hub is helping associations of all sizes:

Connect members through enhanced networking

Enable members to find and connect with peers based on location, expertise, interests, or industry, enhancing the networking value of membership.

Elevate events

Drive engagement with seamless event registration, participation, and post-event connections in one centralized location.

Empower chapters and committees

Streamline the management of decentralized association structures by providing each committee or chapter with their own dedicated digital space while maintaining centralized governance.

Boost member retention

Create structured engagement programs with personalized journeys and data-driven insights that identify at-risk members and strengthen overall loyalty.

Centralize knowledge sharing

Creates a single source of truth for resources and publications. Facilitate peer-to-peer knowledge exchange through discussions and member-contributed content.

Unlock new revenue streams

Hivebrite provides integrated payment solutions and monetization tools that help associations diversify income through seamless donations, premium content access, and enhanced sponsorship opportunities.

Streamline operations

Access powerful automation tools and comprehensive analytics that reduce administrative burden, provide actionable insights, and allow your team to focus on strategic initiatives rather than manual tasks.

7 signs your association technology is stuck in the past

Many associations struggle with outdated community platforms that:

Technical complexity

Have limited customization options and rely heavily on HTML and CSS code

Poor mobile experience

Offer a dated mobile experience that is lacking in design and user-friendliness

Outdated engagement tools

Lack modern engagement features members expect

Blind spots in member insights

Provide limited analytics and insights

Disconnected systems

Create data silos across your technology ecosystem

Restricted collaboration

Offer limited group functionality, restricting collaboration and networking opportunities

Ineffective member connections

Lack a searchable directory, making it difficult for users to connect with each other

The future of association management is here with Hivebrite AI

Hivebrite’s new AI-powered features are transforming how associations engage and serve their members:

AI Moderation

Automatically monitor and filter user-generated content, creating a safe community environment where meaningful conversations flourish.

Content Recommendations

Help users effortlessly discover relevant content by transforming passive browsing into an actively curated, value-driven experience.

People Recommendations

Foster meaningful connections by suggesting relevant networking opportunities throughout the member experience.

AI Search

Discover content across your entire community with privacy-respectful results that surface relevant information with intelligent ranking.

More coming soon!

New AI capabilities are underway to streamline engagement, personalize member experiences, and deliver actionable insights to community leaders.

Be among the first to experience these innovations at Booth #919.

“I am delighted that we can offer our community the added value of a mentoring program to drive our mission and give members another reason to come back!
The mentoring module is easy and fun to use from an admin and user perspective–single sign-in is especially convenient!”
Sarah Slater / Associate Vice President, Volunteering Manager, APM
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“We can offer so much more value to our course participants with Hivebrite’s platform. Boost is honored to be a valued community for immunization professionals worldwide. Hivebrite enables us to sustain and scale our community engagement strategies to continue supporting our members as best as possible.”
Elizabeth Kohlway / Community Building and Digital Engagement Director,
Sabin Vaccine Institute
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“We launched our community just over a year ago, and are very excited. We have a large membership, over 173,000 individuals, and launched with all of our members. Groups have become a real home within the APA community. We are well aware that 173,000 members worldwide is a big number. And for a lot of people it can be overwhelming… But groups have really enabled us to create very unique niche spaces.”
Tabitha Brown / Deputy Chief, Membership, American Psychological Association
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How Hivebrite compares to legacy platforms

Hivebrite Legacy Platforms
Modern UI/UX Clean, intuitive interfaces that are easy to use for admins and members Dated interfaces requiring extensive training
Member engagement Comprehensive tools including groups, events, mentoring, and content sharing Limited engagement options with fragmented user experience
Data & analytics Track engagement metrics, member behavior, content performance, event analytics and more with customizable dashboards Basic reporting with limited customization
Integration capabilities Seamless connections with major CRMs, AMS, and business tools Limited integration options requiring custom development
AI-powered features AI Moderation Assistance, Smart Content Recommendations, Admin automation, AI-Driven People Recommendations, AI-Enhanced Search Minimal or no AI capabilities
Implementation time 4-8 weeks average 3-6 months average
Mobile experience Fully responsive web + native mobile apps Limited mobile functionality

Key features designed for associations

Groups and sub-communities

Manage chapters, committees, and interest groups while empowering leaders to run spaces independently.

News, content, and resources

Share timely updates and news to keep members engaged and informed about your community. 

Memberships

Boost revenue and retention by offering customized membership tiers that deliver the right benefits to the right members at the right time.

Role-based access control

Maintain security and structure by precisely controlling who can access, edit, and manage different areas of your platform.

Email & campaign builder

Reach association members with personalized emails and campaigns—no technical skills needed.

Events and ticketing

Host virtual and IRL events with RSVP, paid ticketing, and QR codes. Enhance experiences and encourage participation.

Member directory and profiles

Empower your association community to discover, connect, and collaborate with fellow members.

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