Since beginning my role as Director of Fuse this past
February, I’ve been asked the recurring question:
Does Fuse Duluth have a formal membership? In short,
the answer is no. Let me explain.
Historically speaking, Fuse Duluth did require a
membership in years past. Annual dues would allow members to attend any
and all events without a payment transaction. It was discovered, however, that
the young professionals did not prefer this method. Fuse membership
became confused with Chamber membership. Dues were no longer being
supported and participation plummeted.
Not long ago, the Fuse Duluth structure was revisited.
Annual membership dues are no longer applied. In fact, we
keep it simple. Each event is charged individually, which allows you to
pick and choose attending events that apply to your goals and your
interests. Plus, staying involved with Fuse has never been easier.
We encourage you to sign up for our emails to receive our event invitations and
messages, and remain connected online through our social media networks and
website.
We’ve discovered that as a simple, non-membership driven
organization keeps Fuse open and welcoming to newcomers, events affordable for
young professionals, and deters perceived exclusivity.
Moving forward as the Director of Fuse, my mission is to
continue growing engagement and participation of both area young professionals
and established professionals. Without a formal membership, the Fuse
Duluth world is your oyster – it is what you make of it. Attend
events. Chat with us on social. Mentor in College Connection.
Share articles with us. Tell a friend about Fuse. The more we stick
together, the more we grow together.
Grow. Connect. Fuse.
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