Which AMC membership is for you?
AMC Institute has two AMC membership categories: AMC Active MembershipActive membership* in AMC Institute is granted to for-profit association management companies (AMCs) that provide full-service management to two or more associations. The annual fee is based upon the gross AMC revenue from all association management activity. AMC Provisional MembershipProvisional members* are AMCs with only one client. This status is granted for a 12-month period from the date of acceptance. After 12 months, Provisional members can either join as an Active Member if they have obtained a second client or they can apply for a second provisional term. Provisional status is only granted for a maximum of two years. *To be an eligible AMC Active or AMC Provisional member you must meet the following criteria and adhere to the AMCI Code of Ethics and Professional Practices. Become an AMC MemberNot an AMC? Other Member Opportunities
AMC Membership Benefits
The AMC Institute (AMCI) is the only source completely dedicated to the needs of association management companies (AMCs). As a member of AMCI, you will be provided with a variety of benefits and resources to help your AMC. AMC Model Marketing MaterialsAMCI is dedicated to advancing the AMC model, and to deepening association stakeholders’ understanding of how AMCs increase the value and relevance of their organizations. AMCI engages in strategic initiatives that promote the ways association management companies (AMCs) lead organizations toward greater growth and prosperity. At the heart of AMCs are passionate and attentive professionals who champion the cultural values and strategic objectives of their clients. AMCs deliver unparalleled leadership acumen, accountability, and support to produce tangible value for organizations. Regardless of the type of service sought, associations rely on AMCs to increase their importance to members. AMC Model Proof PointsAMCI has worked with universities and outside vendors to facilitate many research projects and surveys exploring the myriad of ways the AMC Model is beneficial for clients and potential clients. The goal was to provide AMCI members with unbiased, data-based evidence of the effectiveness of the model. Members use this information in marketing their firms and in responding to RFPs. Below are a few sneak peaks of the findings:
Online RFP ProgramThe Online RFP Program distributes RFPs for full-service management and outsourced services to all AMCs who opt-in to this member benefit. AMC owners designed it to guide potential clients in providing all the necessary components an AMC needs to formulate quality and comprehensive proposals. Education & NetworkingOur meetings offer education and networking so that members can gain knowledge, share expertise and engage in meaningful activities to help grow their businesses. Annual programs include the AMCI Annual Meeting and AMCs Engaged. AMCI also leads two annual hosted buyer groups for IMEX in Frankfurt and IMEX America in Las Vegas. Click here to learn about upcoming meetings. Member Resource LibraryAMC Institute provides a depth of resources to help your AMC grow and operate efficiently. Session materials, samples, templates, and guidelines are available at your fingertips and easily searchable. Some of the easily accessible resources include:
AMCI Accreditation ProgramThe AMCI Accreditation Program provides a robust process for assessing the internal operating procedures and service delivery methods of AMCs. At the core of the accreditation process is the AMCI/ANSI Standards of Good Practice which enhances management practices across AMCs and assists AMCs in the establishment of internal quality service systems. Organizations that have adopted the Standard have made a commitment to uphold and deliver the highest level of service using a documented set of standard practices. Accredited AMCs have demonstrated that they meet or exceed the requirements in the Standard, and organizations can be assured that accredited AMCs demonstrate a high level of professionalism and responsibility. Accredited AMCs can be found by using the Accredited AMCs directory. Partner Benefit ProgramsAMCI works with its Strategic Partners to offer valuable cost-saving programs that benefit all AMC members. See examples below:
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