Category 1 = "cloud members"
Category 2 = "core members"
Matthew
On 03/09/10 14:50, Mia wrote:
> Hello MCGers!
>
> The MCG committee (http://museumscomputergroup.org.uk/about/mcg-committee/)
> have been working on the membership category changes approved at the last
> AGM, and we want to make sure the membership category names work for our
> current and potential members.
>
> We've got a somewhat unusual membership structure that takes into account
> both the importance of this list creating a community of members, and the
> legal requirements for our charity/non-profit status, and it makes naming
> the categories a little tricky - in particular, we'd really like your help
> with naming 'Category 2'.
>
> Our tireless secretary John Williams has put together the following
> information about the membership categories (below). You can reply on-list
> or directly to John ([log in to unmask]) or me.
>
> 'MCG members may connect with the group in a number of ways depending on how
> close you want your relationship with the group to be - you may only want to
> participate in the discussions on the MCG Mailing List, you might only want
> to attend the occasional meeting, or you might decide you want to be
> involved in the running of the group. There are options for everyone. In
> general the more you participate the greater the discount we offer you for
> meetings fees and the UKMW annual conference.
>
> There are four classes of membership and we want your help to decide what to
> call the different types of membership. This is more difficult than it first
> appears. Your committee has discussed this on a number of occasions and have
> yet to come to a firm decision.
>
> CATEGORY 1 (currently called 'online membership')
> The first category consists of everyone who is a current member of the MCG
> Mailing list. Members at this level can join in the wide ranging
> conversations and well as seek help and support on this friendly, well
> regarded and high quality list. These members are encourage to participate
> in all aspects of our development and policy work.
>
> Membership is currently FREE and meetings fees attract a small discount.
>
> CATEGORY 2 (currently nameless - help!)
> The second category is ideally suited to people who want to get more
> involved in MCG activities. This is a single individual membership and may
> not be transferred to anyone else. In addition to all the benefits of the
> first group members in this category form the governing body of the group.
> They have a vote at the Annual General Meeting, elect the committee and
> become a committee member. To recognise this greater commitment to the group
> we offer substantial discounts at MCG Meetings and UKMW.
>
> Membership is FREE and meetings fees are substantially discounted.
>
> This is the category for which we're having trouble finding a name. Some
> suggestions have been 'associate members' or 'registered members'. If
> you're a member of similar groups, how have they described these members?
> Or if you were listing membership of the MCG on your CV, how would you
> describe it?
>
> CATEGORY 3 (currently called 'corporate membership')
> Our third class of membership is open to organisations that support the work
> of MCG and is ideal for those organisations who want flexibility in who they
> send to MCG meetings. This membership allows organisation to send up to five
> members of staff to MCG meetings. Members at this level have all the
> benefits of those above and additionally may transfer entitlement to
> benefits to anyone in the organisation providing the total number of
> delegates does not exceed FIVE.
>
> Membership currently costs £100 per annum. To recognise this support
> meetings fees for standard MCG meetings are included in the subscription and
> there are substantial discounts on UKMW for up to five staff from the
> organisation.
>
> CATEGORY 4
> Our final category is life membership awarded by the group to those people
> who are considered to have made a important contribution to the work of the
> sector. This category carries the same benefits as the second category.
>
> So what do you think? What should we call the different categories and, if
> you have time, why?'
>
> cheers, Mia
>
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