LCCA Success Story: Membership Website Redesign & Sitefinity Migration

Client Overview

The Lionel Collectors Club of America (LCCA) is the nation’s leading organization for model train enthusiasts. Since its founding, LCCA has grown into a hub for collectors, offering members-only benefits such as exclusive discounts, buy-sell-swap opportunities, specialty listings, and an annual convention that attracts hobbyists worldwide.

  • Performed comprehensive audit of WordPress plugins
  • Optimized web page loading speeds
  • Uninstalled deprecated plugins
  • Installed efficient, modern plugins
  • Audited internal linking for accuracy and load times
  • Replaced the WordPress theme to a modern iteration that improved overall site performance
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The Challenge

When LCCA’s former hosting provider announced it was shutting down, the organization faced a serious risk: their existing website was not built on a standard CMS, which meant a simple transfer was impossible.

The club needed:

  • A new CMS platform with long-term stability
  • Ecommerce functionality to support merchandise sales
  • Secure, members-only areas for exclusive benefits
  • Event registration tools for annual conventions
  • A mobile-friendly, search-optimized design that could scale with their membership growth

At the same time, decades of digital archives (including images, articles, and videos) had to be preserved and migrated carefully to ensure members could still find their favorite content.

BoxCrush's Expert Solution: Sitefinity & Custom Development

BoxCrush deployed its deep web development and CMS migration expertise to deliver a tailored, comprehensive solution. Our team advised on and implemented Sitefinity CMS, a top-tier, scalable platform renowned for its ease-of-use, speed, and design flexibility—making it the ideal choice for LCCA's diverse needs and internal team.

Core Services & Experience That Delivered Success

Complete Migration to Sitefinity CMS

We created a headless ecommerce site, integrated with Sitefinity to streamline the store for products and collectibles.

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Custom Membership Portal Development

We engineered a secure, custom login and access control system that ensures only current members can view exclusive listings and benefit areas, strengthening the value of LCCA membership.

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Ecommerce Integration

We created a headless ecommerce site, integrated with Sitefinity to streamline the store for products and collectibles.

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Event Management Tools

We implemented online registration for LCCA’s annual convention.

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Strategic UX/UI Design

Our designers crafted a modern, mobile-first interface that balanced a fresh look with familiar navigation patterns, ensuring a smooth transition for existing LCCA members.

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Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

We updated and search-optimized page content and implemented technical optimizations to boost site performance and increase visibility, aiding in new member acquisition.

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Client Training

 We equipped LCCA staff with comprehensive training and documentation, ensuring they can easily manage and update content, events, and images moving forward.

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The Results

The new LCCA website launched successfully, meeting tight deadlines and ensuring no interruption of member services.

 

Key Outcomes:

  • A faster, easier-to-navigate website with modern design
  • Improved search engine visibility, bringing in new members
  • Reduced admin overhead thanks to simplified content management
  • A secure and scalable membership platform that protects member benefits
  • Enhanced ability to host and promote events online

Quick Facts

  • Updated Sitefinity CMS
  • Secure members-only sections
  • Ecommerce and event registration features
  • Multilanguage support
  • Optimized page content for SEO
  • Mobile-first, responsive design
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About
BoxCrush

BoxCrush is a digital agency with more than 20 years of experience in enterprise web development, custom CMS solutions, and membership organization websites. As a trusted Progress Sitefinity Partner, our team specializes in helping organizations migrate from outdated platforms, improve performance, and deliver seamless digital experiences.

Learn more about our custom design and development services.

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