AMR - An Association Management Company At Work
We're an AMC
What's an AMC?
AMC stands for Association Management Company. In short, we’re association professionals dedicated to making your life as a volunteer leader easier. We take care of the day to day details so you can focus your valuable time and energy on what matters most your organization’s mission and members.
Association Partner
Your association’s goals are our top priority. Through AMR’s customized services we help you focus on what’s most important your organization’s success and future growth.
Dedicated Staff
AMR provides a dedicated team of association management professionals who work alongside your volunteer leaders, becoming expert partners in driving your organization forward with confidence and consistency.
Shared Services
Meetings, Education & Events, Finance, Creative Services, IT, and more are delivered by a team of professionals shared among clients offering economies of scale, proven expertise, and efficiencies that benefit your organization.
Collective Expertise
With access to a diverse group of professionals sharing best practices, innovations, and creative solutions, your organization benefits from fresh ideas and tested strategies that drive long-term success.
AMR is charter accredited by the AMC Institute, the trade association for association management companies, under the guidance of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The ANSI/ AMC Institute Standard of Good Practices for the Association Management Industry was designed to establish internal quality service systems. AMCs that have adopted this standard have made a commitment to uphold and deliver the highest possible level of customer service using a documented set of best practices. In 2002, AMR was one of the first five firms to achieve this designation, and remains one of only 19 charter accredited firms. AMR attained re-accreditation in 2006, 2010, 2014 2018, and 2022
Creating a Partnership for Mutual Success
Passionate & Professional
AMR is passionate about providing outstanding professional services to our clients. We know trust is a key factor in a great client-partner relationships, and trust is built by following through on commitments. Every member of our professional team knows the AMR way -- building partnership every day, through accountability, communication and transparency.
Experienced
AMR has 27+ years of experience managing nonprofit associations. Since 1997, AMR has been helping professional societies and trade associations deliver powerful member experiences, streamline operations, implement innovative strategies and fully utilize available technology solutions.
Service Focused Philosophy
Through our core values, AMR is committed to building long-term partnerships founded on a collaborative spirit and forged with a promise to exceed each client’s expectations every day.
AMR Core Values
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Success Together
AMR employees are focused on working together to accomplish results through being part of the overall AMR team. We bring together individuals with diverse talents and backgrounds to contribute to the growth of AMR, its clients, and each other.
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Casual but Focused on Results
(Professional but approachable) – AMR employees create a casual but professional culture that is focused on consistent, process driven results that elevate the work. We are not comfortable with the status quo.
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Positive Workplace
At AMR all team members contribute to a positive environment that allows people to try new things, stretch themselves, and leaves room for mistakes. A positive attitude is a requirement at AMR.
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Flexible
AMR is no stranger to change, knowing that effective change comes from a collective understanding of what is most important. We invest in our professional and personal lives, providing balance in our schedules, client relationships, and working environment.
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Ownership
We take ownership for our work, our results, and our relationships. At AMR, we do what needs to be done because we expect it of ourselves, ownership springs from the intrinsic motivation of pride and engagement.
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Gets Stuff Done
The AMR team knows it’s not just about working hard; it’s working on the right things in an efficient and effective way. We are proactive self-starters who are focused on moving priorities forward and getting stuff done.
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Lifelong Learning
At AMR, a learning mindset is supported and encouraged. We are committed to professional development, learning from each other, and developing new skills to move the association industry forward.
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Transparent and Inclusive
At AMR transparency and inclusiveness permeates the culture from top to bottom. We believe in sharing knowledge, allowing people a seat at the table, and ensuring all voices are heard.
We Get You Results
Whatever your needs may be, AMR has the professionals and the expertise to get you results!
- Membership Growth: One of our newer client partners has grown their membership by 88% through a focused strategy built on engagement, value, and outreach.
- Event Success: By acting on member feedback, refining marketing efforts, and introducing new on-site engagement opportunities, a long time AMR client increased conference attendance by 25% over the past five years.
- Revenue Growth: With a revitalized approach to member communication and marketing, another established client generated over $1.5 million in sponsorships last year—selling out sponsorship packages in within minutes of opening registration.
Membership Growth: One of our newer client partners has grown their membership by 88% through a focused strategy built on engagement, value, and outreach
Event Success: By acting on member feedback, refining marketing efforts, and introducing new on-site engagement opportunities, a long time AMR client increased conference attendance by 25% over the past five years.
Revenue Growth: With a revitalized approach to member communication and marketing, another established client generated over $1.5 million in sponsorships last year—selling out sponsorship packages in within minutes of opening registration.
So, Why Choose Us?
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We have the history
With more than a few decades of experience managing professional societies, trade associations, and foundations, AMR brings deep expertise and innovative thinking to every partnership. We know what works and we’re ready to put that experience to work for you to help your association change the world
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We learn your business
Every association is unique. AMR takes the time to understand your organization’s culture, goals, and challenges, approaching your mission with the same dedication as our own.
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We find the right fit
Whether you need full service management or a customized, a la carte solution, AMR offers flexible options that align with your goals and budget helping you build the partnership that works best for you.
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We serve with purpose
Our commitment to excellence drives every decision. AMR builds lasting partnerships based on collaboration, trust, and a shared mission to exceed expectations every day.
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We have the right team
Our team is among the best in the association management industry we have gathered a team of experienced professionals with advanced degrees, industry certifications, and a passion for helping associations thrive.
