Sequence Consulting

Association Growth Experts

We Help Associations Grow Faster

For over 25 years, we’ve helped associations grow faster with data-driven strategies that accelerate membership, revenue, and impact—where associations need it most.

Twelve of the Top Twenty Associations are Sequence Clients

Expert Association Consultants

Sequence Consulting— We Grow Associations

We help associations grow faster — more members, more revenue, more impact—in ways most associations overlook.  With deep industry expertise and a tailored approach, we help associations uncover the opportunities they overlook and put them to work so growth comes faster and lasts longer.

When strategy is done right, growth always follows.

Your Path to Growth Begins Here

Unlock your association’s full potential with strategies designed for meaningful, lasting change. We go beyond surface-level fixes to deliver solutions that transform your membership growth, revenue streams, and organizational impact.

  • Customized Strategies for Membership & Revenue Growth. No two associations are alike, and neither are our solutions. We design tailored strategies that drive measurable, sustainable growth in both membership and revenue.
  • Decades of Experience. With 20+ years of experience, we’ve helped leading associations overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and achieve results that surpass expectations.

Why Leading Associations Trust Us

Associations turn to us because we understand their world. We don’t just offer advice—we bring specialized knowledge and proven approaches that drive real progress.

    • Deep Association Expertise. We understand the unique challenges associations face. Our solutions align with your mission, members, and market.
    • A True Partner, Not Just a Consultant. We become an extension of your team, ensuring our strategies are actionable, effective, and built for real-world execution.
    • Proven Results. We deliver meaningful change where it matters most, helping associations grow stronger, more resilient, and more valuable to their members.

Ensuring Your Team’s Success—Long After Our Work Is Done 

True transformation comes from within. That’s why we equip your team with the tools, frameworks, and knowledge they need to drive growth long after our work together. 

We help build your capabilities, so your team can sustain success for years to come.

Your growth starts with a conversation. Let’s begin.

The Sequence Story: More Members. More Revenue. More Impact.  (1-Min Video)

Watch our story to see how we bring Big Strategy thinking to membership organizations to help them achieve results they once thought impossible.

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Real Growth. Real Results. See What’s Possible.

The Growth Stories Behind Our Clients’ Success

Tripled Member Growth

Todd-Unger-2

It’s been a dramatic impact. Transformative. Our rate of growth last year tripled. We could never have done it without Sequence.”

Multiplied Nondues Revenue 10X

David-Schutt

Working with Sequence, our organization grew ten times over, we entered entirely new industries and expanded our industry consortia by five times. All within three years.”

Doubled Membership in Three Years

Margaret-Mueller

Our membership doubled in the last three years. Sequence helped us lean into our purpose, restructure our model, and reframe our value proposition to deliver what our members needed most.”

The Thought Partners Associations Rely On

Partners in Your Association’s Success

Association Consultants

Experience That Delivers: Meet Our Consulting Leaders

Chris Vaughan, PhD is a former Big Strategy consultant with deep expertise in strategy and marketing for association growth. As co-founder of Sequence Consulting, he has helped leading associations transform membership models, boost revenue, and drive long-term success through strategic innovation.

Lisa Vaughan is a strategic growth expert and co-founder of Sequence Consulting, specializing in helping associations overcome complex challenges and unlock new opportunities. A former Strategy consultant, she develops sustainable membership and revenue strategies that drive real, measurable impact.

At Sequence, we have one mission: to help associations grow membership and revenue

Specializing in association growth—And Nothing Else

We work exclusively with membership organizations, helping them navigate change, strengthen their value proposition, and drive sustainable growth.

We understand the unique challenges associations face—whether it’s engaging members, diversifying revenue, or adapting to shifting market dynamics. 

Our insights and strategies work because we know what makes associations successful.

Fresh InsightS. Proven Strategies.

We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. As your trusted thought partners, we work alongside your team to uncover new opportunities, solve complex challenges, and build solutions that drive measurable results. 

Our approach blends fresh, outside-the-box thinking with data-driven insights and industry best practices—ensuring your association thrives today and has a strong foundation for long-term growth.

The right strategy can change everything. Let’s get to work.

 

Proven Solutions for Association Growth

We help associations break through barriers, attract more members, and create lasting value. Our proven strategies don’t just boost numbers—they build stronger communities, increase retention, and unlock new revenue streams. See how we can help your association grow and thrive