Discover how NACU doubled active learning communities and unlocked voluntary member leadership by automating logistics and removing friction from peer-to-peer engagement.

This case study explores:

• How NACU grew from dormant communities to 87% active participation in under six months

• The communication strategy that activated volunteer chairs without recruitment

• How automation shifted staff time from coordination to strategic community support

• Results: 2x engagement, 79% rapid scheduling, and member-driven leadership at scale

• The roadmap for enabling grassroots communities of practice across member institutions