AMCs are for-profit businesses that provide
professional management and administrative services to associations.
(definition per AMC Institute website)
An association management
company provides a centralized office that serves as the client
association's headquarters. The overhead costs for the professional
offices are shared by other association clients at the AMC,
increasing their resources and capabilities without major capital
investment. Based on the concept of shared resources, specialists
are drawn from the pool of personnel resources and assigned on an
as-needed basis.
For example, a publications editor coordinates a
monthly newsletter or annual report while an exhibits manager
oversees the annual meeting trade show.…A research team is created
to assist with special projects and additional support staff is
utilized to help with membership programs. Each association pays
only for the hours the staff specialists work on the tasks and
benefits from the professional expertise for a fraction of what it
would cost to hire full-time staff. Experienced professionals
execute assigned tasks cost effectively for clients and allow client
services to be customized to meet specific goals.
What specific services do AMCs offer?
Executive management
Administrative management
Financial management
Strategic planning
Membership development
Public affairs and lobbying
Meeting/convention/ trade show management
Marketing
Communication services
Education and professional development
Technology and website support
Statistical research
Why use an AMC?
Allows association leaders to concentrate on policy issues instead
of administrative tasks
Provides an affordable, high degree of professionalism, management
expertise and
technology through the concept of shared resources
Customizes staff activity to meet association needs
Maintains continuity of business operation during changes in
leadership and staff
Provides cost-effective solutions to personnel, equipment,
facilities, and budget considerations
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