An association management company (AMC) is a professional firm providing specialized administrative and strategic business services to associations. Here are some facts:

• They provide a full array of management services on a fee-for-service basis as well as specific project work. Associations pick the services they need.

• AMCs have existed for more than 100 years.

• Today some 500 AMCs manage more than 1,700 associations.

• Association clients vary widely in size, scope and type. They include trade and professional societies, foundations, consumer organizations and federations.

• AMCs employ professionals who understand associations. As an important part of the association landscape, AMCs attract experienced and successful association professionals — you’ll find experts in certification, standards settings, meeting planning, education, technology, government affairs, marketing and more.

• AMC’s can save associations up to 1/3 on operating costs.

Still not sure an association management company is the right solution for your association? Read some reasons associations choose AMCs, or check out our FAQs about AMCs.