There's something special about a Regional Meeting — smaller rooms, deeper conversations, and connections that last. After a successful return in Indianapolis, we're excited to bring the 2026 Regional Meeting to Atlanta, Georgia, on September 22–23.

Join AMC professionals from across the region for two days of focused learning, practical insights, and meaningful networking. The program is designed with rising executives and newer managers in mind, but every AMC professional will find value in the conversations and community this meeting creates.

We can’t wait to honor the winners of AMCI’s 2026 Awards of Excellence at the stunning Baird Center in Milwaukee. Since its launch in 2023, this program has celebrated the AMC firms and professionals whose leadership, creativity, and impact are shaping the future of our industry, and this year’s honorees truly embody excellence.

Industry Partners: Strengthening Connections Across the AMC Community

Partnerships are vital to the success of all AMCs. Through strong, trusted relationships, AMCs can demonstrate to their clients why the AMC model works—and why their AMC is the right partner to help them grow.

AMCI’s Industry Partners play a central role in this ecosystem. Their sponsorships, expertise, and active participation in AMCI programs not only strengthen our events—they deepen their understanding of the AMC model, build lasting relationships with AMC leaders, and serve as ambassadors for AMCs globally.

AMCI is excited to announce a new member benefit developed in partnership with Stellis AI, led by this year’s Annual Meeting keynote speaker, Trent Gillespie. Over the past year, Trent and his team have worked closely with AMCI to build a comprehensive AI roadmap for our association — and now, through this partnership, Stellis.AI is ready to equip AMC leaders with the framework, tools, and resources needed to implement AI inside your own firms.

This partnership marks a major step forward in helping AMCs adopt AI intentionally, strategically, and in ways that create measurable value for both your business and the associations you manage.

If IMEX America has been on your radar, here's your opening. AMCI is hosting a select group of AMC meeting planners as Hosted Buyers this October 13-15 at Mandalay Bay.

What sets this apart is the group. You'll experience the show alongside a dedicated circle of AMC peers who understand exactly what your clients need, organized exclusively by AMCI and available nowhere else.As a hosted buyer, you’ll gain:

As an AMCI member, you have access to a special summer promotion from our Gold Strategic Partner, Encore—a limited-time offer created exclusively for AMCI.

Summer Promotion

This summer only, AMCI members can receive 30% off Encore-owned equipment at hotel and meeting venues where Encore is not the in-house event production provider. To qualify, services must be booked through Beth Surtin by September 1, 2026, and the event must take place in 2026.

Every fall, the meetings industry gathers in Las Vegas for IMEX America, and this year we want you there with us. AMCI is bringing together a select group of AMC meeting planners to attend as our Hosted Buyers at IMEX America 2026, taking place October 13-15 at Mandalay Bay.

What makes this special is the group itself. You will experience the show alongside a dedicated circle of AMC peers, an experience organized exclusively by AMCI and available nowhere else.

Your Room at The Pfister is Waiting

The countdown is on for AMCs Engaged, and the deadline to book your room at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee is July 6, 2026.

Once your room is secured, get ready to step into your role as an Architect of What's Next. This year's program, designed by your AMC peers to address the real challenges and opportunities we're all facing, gives you the blueprints, tools, and connections to build what's next for your team, your clients, and your business.

 Menomonee Falls, WI – Association Acumen, an award-winning full-service accredited association management firm based in Menomonee Falls, WI celebrated its 20^th anniversary July 1. Founded in 2006, Acumen provides full-service management for state, national and international professional associations. Its first client, the Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies (FOCIS), joined Acumen in 2006, followed by the Society for Mucosal Immunology (SMI) in 2008, the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA) in 2012, and the National Vehicle Leasing Association (NVLA) in 2014. Other current clients include the New York State Society of Physician Associates (NYSSPA), the Michigan Academy of Physician Associates (MAPA), and QRCA.

“We are proud of the strong and long-term partnerships that we have forged with our clients over the years, relationships strengthened through our belief in a shared mission, a commitment to growth through best practices, and a determination to consistently go above and beyond to achieve superior results,” Betsy Smith, CPA, MST, Acumen’s President, said.

AMCI is proud to launch our Member Excellence Spotlight series by recognizing Oak Ridge Association Management Company, a firm whose commitment to service, leadership, and community reflects the very best of the AMC model.

LaGrange, GA —  Association Services Group (ASG), an AMCI-accredited association management company with more than three decades of experience, announced the launch of a refreshed brand identity and a newly redesigned website. This rebrand reflects the momentum of a company grounded in 30 years of experience and moving forward with purpose.

The updated visual identity introduces a refined color palette, elevated typography, and a new logo that draws on organic forms reimagined through a modern, geometric lens. The design intentionally bridges ASG's history with its forward-looking vision, reflecting both where the company has been and where it's headed.

 LaGrange, Georgia  — The Florida Association of Public Procurement Officials (FAPPO) has selected Association Services Group (ASG), based in LaGrange, GA., as its new association management partner. ASG, a leading association management firm in the Southeast providing full-service management and trusted operational leadership for member-driven organizations, began management services in April 2026.

Through this partnership, ASG will provide full-service association management, delivering strategic guidance and overseeing day-to-day operations. With a proven track record of supporting organizations nationwide for more than 30 years, ASG will bring the structure and consistency needed to strengthen engagement, enhance program delivery, and position the association for continued growth and long-term impact.

AMCI is excited to welcome Robin Troutman, CMP, DARC as our new Senior Manager of Operations & Strategic Execution. Robin brings more than two decades of leadership experience across nonprofit operations, global policy, disability inclusion, and systems‑change work. Her background includes advising senior U.S. State Department officials, directing national initiatives across all 56 states and territories, and leading major accessibility and inclusive‑technology partnerships.

Small but Mighty: Recognizing the Power of Extra-Small and Small AMC Members

Tina Wehmeir, CMP-Fellow, CAE, President & CEO, AMC Institute

One of the things I love most about this community is that it defies the notion that size determines significance.

A Small AMC Perspective from the Board

About a year and a half ago, I was invited to join the AMCI Board of Directors. This is an honor for anyone, but even more so for me, as I own a small AMC. Part of my role is to be the voice for the extra-small, small, and even medium-sized AMCs. I would be lying if it did not feel it daunting at times. But it does show the commitment this board has to hearing everyone’s input in making AMCI the best it can be. There is so much AMCI has to offer, especially to smaller AMCs. While large organizations are critical to AMCI, they face vastly different challenges from small AMCs. Even when I took the position, I was unaware of all the benefits for smaller AMCs. Just being part of AMCI and taking advantage of all the networking opportunities, including the Annual Meeting, the Engaged Conference, Regional Meetings, and online webinars, offers prime opportunities to learn industry best practices from AMCs of all sizes. Of course, one of the most popular breakout meetings is always the AMC by size, where AMCs can get together with their peers and discuss confidential information as well as challenges that they are facing in their organization, and allow for the beginning of a personal network of colleagues that you can lean on, regardless of the challenges that you face in your business. 

As a small AMC, one of the challenges is where to put your resources, especially with limited finances. This is always a question of the value of your investment relative to its return. AMCI again leads the industry in value. First, the Accreditation, while challenging and time-consuming, does allow a small AMC to differentiate itself from other AMCs. Showing that you are a leader in the industry and are held to higher standards helps your business grow. There is no better way to lead than to adopt the best practices in the industry and leverage the knowledge that AMCI has acquired over the years. 

AI at the Crossroads of Human Connection: Green Light or Red Flag?

By Elizabeth Pullman, Director of Talent, Parthenon Management Group, LLC

At IMEX Frankfurt 2026, emerging leaders from across the association and meetings industry gathered for a thought-provoking session during the IAPCO & AMCI Joint Associations Emerging Leaders Workshop titled “AI at the Crossroads of Human Connections: Green Light or Red Flag?” The session explored one of the industry’s most pressing questions: how can organizations embrace artificial intelligence while preserving the human connection that defines events and associations?

There's no better time than today to secure your spot at the year's most anticipated gathering for association management professionals. Early bird discounts for AMCs Engaged end June 15th — so act now and lock in your savings before time runs out.

Where Bold Ideas Meet Real Solutions

This July, our community comes together in Milwaukee to do something powerful: design what's next for our industry. Inspired by Milwaukee's legacy of visionary architecture, this year's program is built to spark fresh perspectives, strengthen connections, and equip you with strategies you can bring back to your team from day one.

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EduSeries Announcement: Safeguarding Your Association: Governing and Managing Cyber & AI Risks   

Thursday, June 18| 2:00 PM (Eastern)  

Join us for an insightful EduSeries session you won't want to miss!