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Association CEO Index 2024
Association innovation index
CEOs of associations express confidence in the innovation and strategic
planning capacity of their organisation.
A majority of CEOs believe their associations possess
the right skills and knowledge to innovate, with 71%
agreeing it is the case at their own organisation.
Industry associations report a slightly lower
confidence level at 65%, compared to 80% for hybrid
associations.
effectively for the future, with younger CEOs showing
the highest confidence (95%). Conversely, only 78% of
those with less than two staff agree they have the
capacity to think strategically and plan for the future.
Lastly, 73% of CEOs believe their association is wellpositioned to meet future needs, rising to 85% of male
CEOs (and compared to 63% of females). Similarly,
82% of those with between 11-and 20-years’
experience are confident about their positioning for
the future, compared to only 58% of those new to
the sector.
Associations with between 101 and 1,000 exhibit the
highest confidence, with 86% in agreement they have
the right skills and knowledge to innovate.
In terms of strategic foresight, 86% of CEOs feel their
associations are forward-thinking and planning
73.2
Innovation
Index Score
"Promoting the role of the CEO, its impact,
and ability to do more with less. It forces
innovation, thinking, leadership.” (Hybrid Association CEO)
Innovation ratings, 2024
Agree
71%
Neutral
Disagree
73%
86%
16%
20%
10%
4%
Have the right skills and knowledge to be
innovative
11%
Are forward thinking and planning strategically Are well positioned to meet the future needs of
for the future
the profession / industry
Q. How much do you agree you / your association:
