Helping membership organisations attract the next generation and build communities people want to belong to.
As industries evolve and expectations around volunteering, learning and associations continue to shift, membership organisations are facing growing pressure to deliver value, attract younger audiences and foster meaningful connections.
Scott Millar is a generational strategist and keynote speaker who works with associations, volunteer organisations and member-based communities to help leaders understand the trends, technologies and expectations shaping the future of membership.
Whether delivering a keynote at a conference, facilitating strategic conversations or supporting long-term growth initiatives, Scott helps organisations create communities that remain relevant and valuable for the next generation.
Why This Matters
As younger generations seek connection, purpose and belonging in an increasingly disconnected world, organisations that rely on members and volunteers are facing growing pressure to rethink how they attract, engage and retain their communities.
63%
Of Under 25s
Have Already Volunteered In Some Capacity With 94% Saying They Would Consider It .
Oxfam Study
2/5
Young People
Will Look At An Organisations Website And Social Media Before Deciding To Support Them.
Classy, Pursuant, and GivingDNA
53%
Of Gen Z
Are Freelancing As Their Primary Form Of Income As Opposed To A Traditional 9-5.
UpWork Study
45%
Of The Workforce
Will Be Gen Z & Gen Alpha By 2030 Representing A Massive Shift In How We Connect & Communicate.
McCrindle - Gen Z & Gen Alpha
Interested in the trends shaping the future of membership, communities and volunteering? Explore Scott's latest articles on attracting young professionals and building future-ready organisations.
Speaking Topics For Membership Organisations
From attracting the next generation of members to building thriving communities and developing future leaders, Scott's presentations help membership organisations better understand the trends, expectations and opportunities shaping the future of engagement and belonging.
Each session is tailored to the audience, event theme and priorities of the organisation with Scott's most popular speaking topics found below.
Attracting The Next Generation Of Members
How do we remain relevant to younger generations in a world filled with endless communities, platforms and opportunities? This keynote explores what Gen Z values, why traditional membership models are changing and practical strategies organisations can use to attract and engage the next generation of members.
Perfect For
- Membership Conferences
- Association Events
- Young Professional Networks
- Industry Summits
Building Communities People Crave
Community has never mattered more, but the way people connect is changing. As loneliness rises and people seek greater connection and belonging, organisations have an opportunity to move beyond transactions and create communities that foster relationships, collaboration and shared purpose amongst members and volunteers.
Perfect For
- Volunteer Conferences
- Chamber Of Commerce Events
- Member Engagement Forums
- Strategy Retreats
Engaging The Next Generation Of Volunteer
Volunteering isn't disappearing, it's evolving. From micro-volunteering and digital communities to changing expectations around flexibility and impact, this keynote explores how organisations can attract, engage and support the next generation of volunteers in an increasingly busy and connected world.
Perfect For
- Volunteer Conferences
- Community Organisations
- Not-For-Profit Events
- Peak Body Conferences
Developing Future Leaders
Today's members and volunteers are tomorrow's committee members, board directors and industry leaders. This session explores practical strategies organisations can use to identify emerging talent, create leadership pathways and empower the next generation to step into positions of influence and responsibility.
Perfect For
- Leadership Conferences
- Board Retreats
- Young Professional Programs
- Industry Forums
Catch Scott In Action
From membership conferences and volunteer summits to leadership retreats and industry forums, Scott works with member-based organisations across Australia to help them better understand the trends shaping the future of community, engagement and belonging.
Combining research, storytelling and practical strategies, his presentations are designed to leave audiences informed, inspired and equipped with ideas they can put into action.
What Audiences Have To Say
Whether speaking at conferences, facilitating leadership retreats or supporting strategic conversations, Scott works closely with membership organisations to deliver engaging and thought-provoking experiences that leave teams with practical ideas they can put into action.
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"Scott Millar brought energy and insight to the ABEA Conference & Awards, engaging the room from the moment he stepped on stage. His session resonated strongly with our audience, tackling big ideas around generational change and the future of work while grounding them in relevant, immediately useful insights, with practical takeaways"
Australian Business Events Association
Melbourne, Victoria
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Scott is the ultimate professional. His knowledge and insights bring a level of expertise you do not see elsewhere. From the first moment you engage with Scott as a speaker you know everything will run seamlessly. He has an exceptional ability to engage with his audience and create a speaker experience that your attendees will walk away from feeling inspired and wanting to do more in their workplaces. "
Student Experience Network
Brisbane, Queensland
Meet Scott
Scott Millar is a generational strategist, keynote speaker and trusted voice on the future of work, membership and volunteer engagement. Through his work with more than 20,000 young people, professionals and leaders each year, Scott provides organisations with a unique window into the expectations, behaviours and aspirations shaping the next generation.
Recognised as one of Australia's Top 30 Business Leaders Under 30 and a two-time TEDx speaker, Scott works with associations, volunteer organisations and member-based communities across Australia to help leaders navigate generational change, strengthen engagement and build communities that remain vibrant and relevant in an increasingly connected world.
His clients include professional associations, peak bodies, industry groups and community organisations seeking to better understand the trends influencing how people learn, work and connect. Whether speaking at conferences, facilitating strategic retreats or supporting long-term planning conversations, Scott helps organisations prepare for the opportunities and challenges shaping the future of membership.
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Scott Millar
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