Advertising Specialty Instutute (ASI)
The Advertising Specialty Institute, or ASI, has been providing award-winning products and services to the advertising specialty and promotional products industry for over 50 years
Alpha Chi (AX)
Welcome. Alpha Chi (AX) is a general honor society for all academic disciplines. Membership is offered to the top 10 percent of an institution’s juniors and seniors and is usually around 11,000 members annually.
American Advertising Federation (AAF)
The American Advertising Federation (AAF) is the trade association that represents 50,000 professionals in the advertising industry. AAF's 130 corporate members are advertisers, agencies and media companies that comprise the nation's leading brands and corporations. AAF has a national network of 210 ad clubs and connects the industry with an academic base through its 210 college chapters.
American Association of Advertising Agencies (AAAA)
Welcome. (AAAA) is the American Association of Advertising Agencies. Founded in 1917, the AAAA aims to improve and strengthen the advertising agency by counseling and guiding members through the experience of others. The members of the AAAA account for almost 80 percent of the total advertising volume nationwide. The average AAAA agency has been a member for more than 20 years.
American Marketing Association (AMA) Featured Site
The American Marketing Association (AMA) is the largest organization of Marketing Professionals in North America, with over 38,000 members. Marketers in every area of marketing rely on the AMA as their trusted resource to help them find the best marketing jobs.
American Marketing Association - Southern California Chapter (AMA-SC )
Affiliated with the American Marketingg Association, the AMA - Southern California serves Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Founded on February 3, 1977 as a non-profit organization the AMA-SoCAL dedicated it self to the advertising and marketing industries. The organiation's focus is on scientific study & research, develop marketing principles, develop scientific marketing management, improve methods of marketing research, contribute to the teaching of marketing, study legislation, and improve marketing personnel.
The organization enables its members and non-members to meet and network through various social functions, speaking events, and other industry related opportunities.
American Marketing Association Phoenix Chapter (AMA-PHO )
Affiliated with the American Marketing Association, the Phoenix - AMA is a professional association for individuals and organizations involved in the practice, teaching and study of marketing worldwide. With nearly 400 members and 3,000 other professionals that attend our networking and educational events. Members include CEO’s, marketing and advertising executives, business owners, salespeople and marketing representatives from a wide variety of industries.
The AMA offers multiple opportunities for members and non-members to network. Many monthly networking events such as their Special Interest Groups and monthly luncheons with pertinent topics by top industry leaders! Sponsorship packages at premier events, luncheons and SIG’s.
A job board to post for talented resources to grow your business or to seek new opportunities for success.
What is one of the best ways to make the most of your membership? Volunteer your time and expertise for committees and/or events and contribute to our ongoing achievements.
American Marketing Association San Diego Chapter (AMA-SD )
Affiliated with the AMA, the San Diego Chapter is dedicated to promoting the principles of market research, customer relations development, direct marketing, and branding.
This is a volunteer organization that allows its members and non-members to network by attending speaking events and industry related functions.
American Marketing Association Washington DC Chapter (AMA-DC )
Affiliated with American Marketing Association the AMA - Washington DC is geared towards Metropolitan Washington area.
The AMA - DC is the third largest AMA chapter in the country with more than 1,000 members. Our members take an active role in volunteering as the chapter's board members, committee members, and event facilitators.
Forty-two percent of our members have a director level position or higher. These members are employed with companies that are representative of the diverse marketplace in metropolitan Washington , such as:
Media outlets
Telecommunications
Education/university
Advertising and public relations agencies
Federal government
Political
Market research
Nonprofit
Associations
Independent consultants
Companies represented include well-known entities such as Google, AARP, Marriott, ExxonMobil, Unisys Corporation, Kaiser Permanente, Discovery Communications, PBS, The Washington Post, Verizon, and YMCA, and Goodwill Industries
American Veterans (AMVETS )
As one of America’s foremost veterans service organizations, AMVETS (or American Veterans) has a proud history of assisting veterans and sponsoring numerous programs that serve our country and its citizens. The helping hand that AMVETS extends to veterans and their families takes many forms.
One of the most visible is our network of trained national service officers (NSOs) accredited by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Funded by the AMVETS National Service Foundation, these dedicated men and women can be found in close to 40 states, providing sound advice and prompt action on compensation claims at no charge to the veteran.
Since then, the original charter has been amended several times to admit as members those who served in different eras. Today, membership in AMVETS is open to anyone who is currently serving, or who has honorably served, in the U.S. Armed Forces from World War II to the present, to include the National Guard and Reserves.
Over the years, AMVETS has been in the forefront of public-policy related to national defense, services for homeless veterans, adequate funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs, concurrent receipt of retirement pay and disability compensation by disabled military retirees, veterans employment and training, POW/MIA accountability and flag protection.
In addition to the work of our national service officers, other AMVETS members, as well as those in the AMVETS Ladies Auxiliary, will devote as many as 250,000 hours of free time a year to brighten the lives of hospitalized veterans. Here, something as simple as playing cards with the lonely or watching television with the disabled can make a world of difference.
So can the assistance we give those who want to finish their education. Each year AMVETS awards scholarships totaling $40,000 to deserving high school seniors, ROTC students and veterans pursuing higher education.
But helping others is not limited to our fellow veterans. AMVETS members in more than 1,400 posts nationwide also promote and support “quality
of life” community-service programs ranging from Special Olympics and ROTC to scouting and organ-donor projects.
Apart from these initiatives, the organization has thrown its monetary support behind work on such national monuments as the USS. Arizona, the Statue of Liberty and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. It also sponsors its own carillon program to honor America’s deceased servicemen and women. Since 1949, when President Truman dedicated the first carillon at Arlington National Cemetery, this program has grown to encompass more than 60 sites in the United States and overseas.
Apartment Association of Tarrant County (AATC )
The Apartment Association of Tarrant County is designed to inspire those we represent with a commitment to award-winning education curricula, exemplary public advocacy initiatives, effective communication mediums and a diverse network of forums for business exchange, each designed to define our marketplace.
That’s AATC’s mission in life – the reasons that we exist.
Please check out all the great things going on in the Career Development Department.
Association of Retail Environments (ARE)
Founded in 1956 and based in Hollywood, Fla., A.R.E. has stood for quality and professionalism for 50 years. A.R.E. members are proven industry leaders—companies that are well known for excellent craftsmanship, topflight service, and cutting-edge innovation.
Baltimore Chapter of the AMA (BAMA)
The Baltimore Chapter of the AMA is the area's leading provider of continuing education, networking opportunities and industry resources for marketing professionals.
Our Chapter is a dynamic group of over 450 marketing practitioners, educators and students. Membership in the AMA is a must for marketers who are seeking to gain a competitive edge, stay current on industry trends, advance their careers and continue to further their professional growth.
Our monthly dinner meetings combine the opportunity for networking with other marketing professionals with the chance to hear presentations by leading industry experts and forward-thinking corporate marketers. Whether the topic is sports marketing, branding or how Under Armour is getting it done, attending these interactive meetings is a guaranteed way to learn something new, experience an "ah-ha" moment or get some of your marketing questions answered. We have a long tradition of bringing the industry's movers and shakers to you with dinner meetings that have featured Coca-Cola, Krispy Kreme, Ben & Jerry's, McDonald's, the Baltimore Ravens, the Baltimore Orioles, Under Armour, 180s, Fila, America Online, the Discovery Channel, Clear Channel, The NASDAQ Stock Market, CIENA, GEICO, Independence Air, Maryland State Lottery, Nextel and more.
Our AMA in the AM Breakfast Seminars are intimate, roundtable discussions that are led by marketing practitioners on focused topics such as branding, promotions, web-based strategies, media analysis, market research and more. These seminars are a great refreshers for those needing to brush up on their marketing strategies and are perfect for those just cutting their teeth in the industry.
British American Business Council of New England (BABCNE )
The British American Business Council of New England, Inc. (BABCNE) is a non-profit international business association with a membership of more than 100 New England-based companies and individuals involved in transatlantic trade. It was launched in September 1986 by HRH The Prince of Wales.
The Council is dedicated to helping its members build and manage their businesses by providing them with introductions and referrals, marketing & networking opportunities and business intelligence through a variety of programs, trade services and publications. The programs range from events with distinguished speakers from government, industry and academia, to informational seminars on current business issues and international networking evenings.
BABCNE is a founding member of the British American Business Council (BABC) network which consists of 32 business organizations located in the US and UK and with affiliates in Canada and Mexico. Its combined membership includes around 4,000 companies and individuals involved in international trade, and provides invaluable networking opportunities to the members of the various chapters.
British-American Business Council of Tampa Bay (BABC )
The British-American Business Council Tampa Bay (BABC Tampa Bay) was first incorporated in 1985 as the British-American Chamber of Comerce of Tampa Bay and is an affiliate member of the British-American Business Council (BABC), which represents more than 10,000 executives of 33 member organizations in the United States, Canada, Mexico and the United Kingdom.
The principle purpose is to promote trade and commerce between the United States and the United Kingdom. Locally, we represent a variety of companies and individuals who are either English establishing contacts, or setting up a business in the US -- or, Americans wishing to do business in the UK and/or attract inward investment.
Building Industry Association of Southern California (BIA/SC)
Establised in 1923, the BIA/SC is a non-profit organization that represents over 2,400 in the building and construction industries of Southern California. Members include architects, roofers, and general contractors.
Business and Professional Women/USA (BPW/USA)
Welcome. Business and Professional Women/USA (BPW) is a multi-generational bipartisan member organization that has been fostering the success of workingwomen by providing career advancement resources, worklife strategies and personal and professional connections.
BPW was founded in 1919 and was one of the first organizations to endorse the Equal Rights Amendment. Since being established, BPW has been a leader in promoting and supporting legislation affecting workingwomen.
Business Marketing Association (BMA)
Looking for highly qualified business-to-business marketing practitioners? BMA helps their members improve their ability to manage business-to-business marketing/marketing communications for greater productivity and profitability by providing unique access to information, ideas and the experience of peers. BMA also participates in the Marketing Career Network's Job Board where you'll reach world's largest audience of true marketing professionals.
Capitol Communicator (CC)
Dedicated to bringing together the vast spectrum of communications professionals who influence and educate the Mid-Atlantic region and the world - by providing news; trends; education; and opportunities for networking, career enhancement and showcasing great work -the Capitol Communicator serves as a resource to the region's communications community. Capitol Communicator focuses on creating a community that encompasses professions that include: public relations, advertising, marketing, online/offline media, graphic design, video, photography, Internet and the multitude of support professions that supports this regional multi-billion dollar industry.
Central Illinois Chapter of American Marketing Association (CIC-AMA )
Formed in 1946, the CIC-AMA serves Bloomington, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur and Peoria, as well as their surrounding areas.
As the Central Illinois Chapter of the AMA, we are dedicated to the development of professionalism in every aspect of marketing, serving all levels of marketing practitioners, educators and students throughout Central Illinois.
To accommodate our membership, dinner meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at 5:30 at various locations in Bloomington and Peoria, Illinois. A social hour and dinner are usually followed by a speaker on a current marketing topic.
Colorado American Marketing Association (CAMA)
The American Marketing Association's Colorado Chapter (Colorado AMA) is a professional marketing association in Denver dedicated to advancing the field of marketing in Colorado. A series of speaking events, networking functions and meetings are held to educate and inform as to the latest techniques in the marketing community.
As a Chapter of the American Marketing Association, CAMA offers members an unparalleled breadth of marketing knowledge. In addition, the organization acts as a marketing resource for both local and national information.
Connecticut Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA CT)
AMA CT is the premier local marketing resource for leadership, skill-based training, education and networking in Connecticut and Western Massachusetts.
What They Do:
Assist in the professional development of our members.
Deliver top-quality educational meetings and professional networking events.
Advance the practice and appreciation for the field of Marketing
Council of Public Relations Firms (CPRF )
The Council of Public Relations Firms was formed in 1998 by dozens of America's leading public relations firms. Their goal was to create the first national association that represented the interests of public relations firms. Many of those firms remain members today.
The mission of the organization is to advance the business of public relations firms by building the market and firms’ value as strategic business partners.
These are the philosophical guidelines for the organization's activities:
Belief in the value of public relations firms
Focus on best practices and standards
Encourage and promote the highest ethical behavior
Encourage innovation
Committed to building and defining the market
Help member firms meet the needs of the market
Help expand the talent pool
Promote the common interests of member firms
Dallas-Ft. Worth American Marketing Association (DFWAMA )
The mission of the Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter of the American Marketing Association is to educate, support, and enhance the image of marketing professionals in the DFW Metroplex.
Direct Marketing Association (DMA)
The Direct Marketing Association (DMA) is today the largest trade association for businesses interested in direct, database, and interactive global marketing, with about 4,700 member companies from the United States and 53 foreign nations on six continents.
Both consumer and business-to-business marketers are the users of direct marketing techniques. These marketers employ a number of media, including telephone marketing, catalogs and other direct mail pieces, television, radio, newspaper, magazines, and the Internet to market directly to their customers. The suppliers, of course, are those companies that provide users with supplies and services.
Direct Marketing Association of Northern California (DMAnc )
The DMA of Northern California was formed to educate, inform and provide networking opportunities for Direct Marketing professionals in the bay area.
They hold monthly luncheon meetings, periodic half-day seminars and provide opportunity for the best in learning and job hunting in the Northern California direct marketing community.
Diversity Talent Network (DTN)
The Diversity Talent Network is the leading online recruitment network for gaining access to talented, diverse candidates. The Diversity Talent Network™ (DTN) is a reflection of America. Inclusive of virtually every possible racial, ethnic, gender, cultural, disability, sexual orientation and religious group, the network brings together the association community, institutions of higher learning, employers and individuals who share a common interest: the career management and placement of talented professionals.
Greater Baltimore Urban League (BUL )
Established in 1924, The Greater Baltimore Urban League is one of Baltimore’s oldest community- based organizations devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream. Through direct services, advocacy, research, policy analysis, community mobilization, collaboration and communications, we actualize our mission to empower communities and change lives.
Greater Washington Urban League (GWUL )
Founded in 1938 and one of more than 100 affiliates of the National Urban League, the Greater Washington Urban League is a major civil rights and social services organization located in the District of Columbia. The League has nearly
70 years of experience in dealing effectively with a wide range of social and economic problems, and is governed by a 37-member Board of Directors composed of a cross-section of individuals from the Washington metropolitan area, and an Advisory Board that lends expertise and guidance to support the work of the agency.
The mission of the League is "to increase the economic and political empowerment of African Americans and other minorities and to help all Americans share equally in the responsibilities and rewards of full citizenship." To accomplish its mission, the League uses the tools and methods of social work, economics, law and other disciplines to bring about equal opportunities and equal access to African Americans and minorities in the Washington metropolitan area.
This new decade and century see the Greater Washington Urban League continuing an ongoing partnership with major institutions in both the public and private sectors to alleviate the hardships experienced by our constituents. Such partnerships also provide new avenues for our constituents to enter into the economic mainstream. Base support is provided by various private funding sources and the League also has contracts with federal and local government agencies to conduct specially-funded programs. Although many of our programs are government funded, the League continually seeks creative ways in which to involve the private sector and community groups in joint programmatic ventures.
GreenBook
A ‘who’s who’ guide to market research companies, GreenBook profiles over 2,000 of the world’s most progressive, talented & seasoned companies, and branch offices in the business today. Marketers’ nationwide use the GreenBook as their reference of choice for finding the market research company with the right expertise for their needs.
Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI)
HSMAI is a global organization of sales and marketing professionals representing all segments of the hospitality industry. With a strong focus on education, HSMAI has become the industry champion in identifying and communicating trends in the hospitality industry while operating as a leading voice for both hospitality and sales and marketing management disciplines, as well as connecting its members with customers. Founded in 1927, HSMAI is an individual membership organization comprised of nearly 7,000 members from 35 countries and chapters worldwide. HSMAI’s Americas Region, headquartered in McLean, VA, consists of 38 chapters in three countries. HSMAI's European Region, headquartered in Oslo, Norway, consists of five national chapters in Europe. The Asia Pacific Region is under development. The HSMAI Foundation was established in 1983 to serve as the research and educational arm of HSMAI.
Hughes Marketing & the Direct Marketing Association Online Network (DMAON )
DMA is the voice of the direct marketing community in the legislative and regulatory process. On issues ranging from consumer protection to postal rates, the DMA and the local affiliates represent our members’ interests at the local, State and Federal levels. As the business of direct marketing continues to become more and more complex, we ensure a continued direct marketing-friendly environment that is both safe for consumers and profitable for marketers.
IMEX Exchange, Inc. (IMEX)
The IMEX Exchange is dedicated to promoting international trade on the Internet, and through international trade, cooperation and understanding among nations and people. Their goal is to help global entrepreneurs grow their businesses while providing value to our shareholders.
Founded in 1994, IMEX Exchange, a Delaware corporation, became one of the pioneers in using the Internet to develop international trade.
IMEX's chairman, Dennis Stillwell, has been in the forefront of encouraging businesses to use the Internet as a business tool. His column in the Journal of Commerce, called the "CyberTrader" explored the issues and trials of early stage Internet development in regards to international trade.
In addition, Mr. Stillwell, has lectured all over the country on the Internet and International Trade. He has spoken before the United Nations, Department of Commerce, USAID, NEXCO, Connecticut World Trade Organization, and many other organizations as well as representative from many foreign countries.
The last couple of years, IMEX has been very active in joint ventures. The IMEX Exchange has taken lead roles in developing businesses including Global Network Incorporated, a network of newspaper sites serving ads for major advertisers.
International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City, Inc. (ITCKC )
The Mission of the International Trade Council of Greater Kansas City, Inc. is to promote international business through focused commercial education and networking to support individuals and businesses in the Greater Kansas City area. The ITC accomplishes its mission as a not-for-profit membership organization largely through the efforts of volunteer leadership with the assistance of a professional staff.
Jacksonville Urban League (JUL)
The Urban League is the nation's oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African-Americans and others to enter the economic and social mainstream.
The Urban League movement was founded in 1910. The National Urban League which is headquartered in New York City spearheads our nonprofit, nonpartisan, community-based movement. The heart of that movement is our professionally staffed Urban League affiliates in over 100 cities in 35 states and the District of Columbia. The Jacksonville Urban League was founded in 1947.
As an affiliate of the NUL, the mission of the Jacksonville Urban League is to assist African Americans and others achieve economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights.
MarketingHire.com (MH)
As part of the Marketing Career Network, an alliance of leading US marketing associations including the AMA, BMA, DMA, AAF and PMA, MarketingHire.com provides you with access to highly sought after marketing jobs, advertising jobs and pr jobs from respected employers (view a sample list), including many marketing positions not found on the big general job boards. In addition, you'll be joining a pool of premier marketing candidates that employers turn to when seeking top talent.
MarketingHire.com features marketing jobs including many Fortune 500 marketing jobs from Disney, Unilever, Google, eBay, GE, Dell, Accenture, Progressive, Newell Rubbermaid, Hewlett Packard (HP), Dow Jones, Abbott, Shell Oil, Intuit, Yahoo, Comcast, US Cellular, Dyson, Eddie Bauer, FedEx, General Motors (GM), Gap Inc, Priceline, Sony, Watson Wyatt, KPMG, Kellogg, Prentice Hall, Philips, Del Monte Foods, CDW, J Walter Thompson (JWT), Honda, L'oreal, Dominos, LexisNexis, Time Warner, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Capital One, Western Union, Young and Rubicam, Bosch, McGraw-Hill, March of Dimes, AHA, NBA, Coors, Hilton, HSN, Victoria's Secret, DHL, Sith Barney, Maidenform, Godiva, Transunion, TV Guide, Boise Cascade, Williams Sonoma, JP Morgan, Charles Schwab, Equity Office, Motorola, Dyson, H&R Block, Vanguard, Yamaha, Thomson, The American Red Cross, Sage Software, Bacardi, Georgia-Pacific, Siemens, Malt-O-Meal, Virgin, Marriott, Princess Cruises, Booz Allen Hamilton, John Hancick, Amp'd Mobile, Merril Lynch, McCann Erickson, Visa, Jockey International, United Airlines, Harte Hanks, Wells Fargo, Home Shopping Network
Metropolitan Orlando Urban League (MOUL )
Founded on August 5, 1977, the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League is one of over 100 nationwide affiliates of the National Urban League. The agency formed when concerned former City of Orlando Mayor Carl Langford spearheaded an effort along with other recognized and respected community leaders who felt the African American community in Orlando needed support and could benefit from an organization such as the Urban League. Mayor Langford formed a sponsoring committee and the Metropolitan Orlando Urban League was born.
Midwest Direct Marketing Association (MDMA )
Midwest Direct Marketing Association was founded in 1960 and grew from a small group of direct marketing professionals to a trade association with more than 600 members.
Direct Marketing as an industry has expanded to include professionals from all disciplines of the business world. MDMA offers opportunities to keep up with new activities, ideas, trends and techniques. Midwest Direct Marketing Association encourages high ethical standards within the industry. MDMA meetings provide excellent networking and educational opportunities.
MDMA advances its mission through a combination of networking programs, membership services and resources.
Missouri Society of Association Executives (MSAE)
MSAE offers opportunities to network with members from other associations as well as associate members, share professional issues, exchange ideas, and make the right connections for your association.
In addition, MSAE offers a variety of educational programs to keep its memmbers at the top of their game as an association executive. A Speakers' Showcase and Meeting Planners' Trade Show round out annual events of interest.
At any one of these events are discussed:
contracts & meeting site negotiations
labor laws & personnel guidelines
governance issues
audits & board relations
staff issues, motivations & rewards
balancing business & personal life
Associate members have the unique opportunity to meet with many association executives in one location at these events to develop prospects and to cultivate professional relationships.
Being an MSAE member doesn't mean its all business. Besides interaction at business meetings and learning at educational programs, MSAE hosts terrific social events like the annual FunFest, golf tournament, Holiday/Christmas party and much more.
Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA )
MBITA is a non-profit international trade association dedicated to promoting business networking, and education in the greater Monterey Bay Region. MBITA provides access to global resources and utilization through the latest technologies in order to maximize their members' profits in the global economy.
The Monterey Bay International Trade Association (MBITA) was founded in 1987 to promote international business and trade in the Santa Cruz, Monterey and Salinas area. MBITA is directed by experienced leaders in global trade, who understand the innovative methods of international business development. MBITA members benefit from this in-depth business and cross-cultural expertise.
In 1994, MBITA, representing the Counties of Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito, became a partner in Northern California's BAYTRADE consortium to help enterprises in diverse industries export products and services to the Pacific Rim, Latin American, European, and other global destinations.
NASBITE International (NASBITE )
NASBITE International is a professional organization for the global business community. Our members include global business educators and trainers at academic institutions; trade specialists at federal, state and local trade assistance organizations, and practitioners that engage in or facilitate global business activity.
NASBITE Mission: Advancing the practice of global business
NASBITE Goals:
* To coordinate and administer the Certified Global Business Professional (CGBP) credential.
* To promote an exchange of information and resources among global business education and assistance professionals.
* To offer professional development for those engaged in global business education and assistance.
* To provide advocacy and leadership for global business education and assistance professionals.
National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ)
The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is an organization of journalists, students and media-related professionals that provides quality programs and services to and advocates on behalf of black journalists worldwide.
Founded by 44 men and women on December 12, 1975, in Washington, D.C., NABJ is the largest organization of journalists of color in the world. Many of NABJ's 3,300 members also belong to one of the dozens of professional and student chapters that serve black journalists nationwide.
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National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS)
Since its founding in 1987, the National Black Public Relations Society (NBPRS) has served as an advocate for black professionals in the public relations, media relations, corporate communications, investor relations, government affairs, community relations and related fields. Run by professionals for professionals, NBPRS addresses the diverse needs of its members through programs and partnerships that provide cultural and competitive advantages. NBPRS has chapters in the major media markets and offers peer-to-peer support, mentorship, networking, job opportunities, internships, and career advancement strategies for professionals engaged in corporate, government, agency, non-profit, and private practice.
New York American Marketing Association (NYAMA)
The New York American Marketing Association (NYAMA) is a professional membership association organized to advance both the practice and understanding of effective marketing. Setting the standard for marketing effectiveness for over 75 years, New York AMA serves as the link for marketing and advertising professionals to collectively explore means of advancing the industry as well as recognize effective marketing and advertising in action. Through New York AMA’s international products/services such as the EFFIE® Awards and the GreenBook® directory of market research companies, NYAMA connects with a broad range of marketing, advertising and market research executives both throughout the nation and across the globe.
NEXCO (NEXCO)
NEXCO is an international trade association that sponsors monthly seminars and webinars that provide pertinent and timely information to importers, exporters, freight forwarders, bankers, attorneys, accountants, and any other professional engaged in global trade. Our members have interests in insurance, international banking, freight forwarding, trade law, customs brokerage, trade software and e-commerce. They are large and small, American, foreign and multinational.
Serving the international business community in New York City since 1963, NEXCO specializes in low cost technical seminars that take the mystery out of trade. Our Board of Directors is comprised of international business leaders from the New York City area.
NEXCO puts on one seminar every month. Each seminar is marketed to over 3,000 people in the New York City metropolitan region, and the list is growing daily.
Northern Virginia Urban League (NVUL )
Established in 1910, the Urban League is the nation's oldest and largest community- based movement devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream. Today, the National Urban League, headquartered in New York City, spearheads the non-partisan efforts of its local affiliates. There are over 100 local affiliates of the National Urban League located in 35 states and the District of Columbia providing direct services to more than 2 million people nationwide through programs, advocacy and research.
The Northern Virginia Urban League (NOVAUL), as part of this national network, provides direct services and effective advocacy to empower our constituents to enter the economic and social mainstream. NOVAUL addresses the social and economic needs of Northern Virginia’s minorities, youth, elderly and low-income residents.
Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce Mid-Atlantic Chapter, Inc. (NACCMA )
The Norwegian-American Chamber of Commerce, Mid-Atlantic Chapter, Inc. is a non-profit membership organization formed to promote trade, create business opportunities, professional relationships, and goodwill between the U.S. Mid-Atlantic Region and Norway. NACC MA serves innovative Norwegian and American companies and experienced professionals seeking to develop international business opportunities and expand their professional network. Located in Washington, D.C., the Chamber provides access to vital business and professional resources from the public and private sector and a doorway to significant commercial opportunities in the U.S. and Norway. With a diverse membership portfolio of over 150 corporate and individual members, NACC MA offers an exceptional membership opportunity in a globally connected business network.
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA)
Founded in 1989, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is the premier trade association for companies in the active outdoor recreation business. OIA provides trade services for over 4000 manufacturers, distributors, suppliers, sales representatives and retailers in the outdoor industry. Outdoor Industry Association seeks to ensure a healthy and diverse specialty retail and supply chain based on quality, innovation and service. To this end, OIA works diligently to raise the standards of the industry; increase participation in outdoor recreation to strengthen business markets; provide support services to improve member profitability; represent member interests in the legislative/regulatory process; promote professional training and education; support innovation; and offer cost-saving member benefits.
The Outdoor Foundation is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 established by Outdoor Industry Association to inspire and grow future generations of outdoor enthusiasts. The Foundation’s vision is to be a driving force behind a massive increase in active outdoor recreation in America. We invite you to share our aspirations of promoting healthy outdoor lifestyles and providing an inspirational bridge to the outdoors for a diverse range of individuals and organizations. To learn more about The Outdoor Foundation and its programs, please visit http://www.outdoorfoundation.org.
Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI )
The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is the major international trade association representing the manufacturers and their suppliers of consumer and commercial outdoor power equipment such as lawnmowers, garden tractors, utility vehicles, trimmers, edgers, chain saws, snow throwers, tillers, leaf blowers and other related products. Founded in 1952, the Institute is dedicated to promoting the outdoor power equipment industry by undertaking activities that can be pursued more effectively by an association than by individual companies.
It assists, advances, and fosters the economic interest of its membership by providing accurate and timely worldwide information, sponsoring the industry's international tradeshow, promoting the effective and safe use of outdoor power equipment, and representing the members' interests in legislative and regulatory affairs. In addition, the Institute serves as a forum for the meaningful exchange of ideas and information among the industry members and representatives from the public.
It contributes to the viability of the industry and the welfare of the public by encouraging a long term view of the political, economic, sociological and technical challenges facing the industry and the impact of these challenges on society.
Philadelphia Direct Marketing Association (PDMA)
We are the Philadelphia Direct Marketing Association -- your personal connection to everything that's happening in direct marketing in the Greater Philadelphia area and beyond. Our region is a hotbed of direct response creativity and innovation and home to thousands of the nation's best-known direct marketers, agencies, creative talents, and suppliers.
As a PDMA member, you're in the thick of it all. Monthly events ranging from educational to social keep members and non-members in the know and in the center of what’s new in direct marketing and what’s new in their colleagues' businesses. Impacted by a whirlwind economy, progressive technological advances, rising costs, and the need to produce more revenue, members build communities where they lean on each other for ideas, practical suggestions, jobs, and professional relationships that will span a lifetime.
Come on inside. The PDMA welcomes individuals, businesses, students, and professors
POPAI (POPAI )
POPAI is an international trade association for the marketing at-retail industry. Founded in 1936, POPAI celebrates its 70th anniversary with over 1,700 member companies representing Fortune 500 brand manufacturers and retailers, as well as, marketing at-retail producer companies and advertising agencies from over 45 countries from around the world.
The membership draws on leaders from some of the industry’s premier companies, like: Anheuser-Busch, Caterpillar, Coca Cola, Energizer, Kelloggs, Microsoft, Pepsi-Cola, R.J. Reynolds, Texas Instruments, and Wal Mart to name a few.
Education, globalization, technology, advocacy and elevating Marketing at-Retail as a measured medium on a par with print, broadcast, and other advertising mediums are the driving strategies behind POPAI’s direction. Throughout the years we have focused on strengthening global partnerships, enriching our research & educational programs, and utilizing technology to better serve our members.
As the Marketing at-Retail’s non-profit trade association, POPAI is responsible for establishing and maintaining industry standards. POPAI has taken the lead in not only standardizing the terminology we use, but is also working hard to establish new industry standards for measurement, technology and education. In doing so we are raising the standards of quality throughout the industry and improving the consumer’s experience in the marketplace.
Promotion Marketing Association (PMA)
The Promotion Marketing Association, Inc. (PMA) is the world’s leading non-profit promotion marketing trade association. We represent the interests of marketers, retailers, agencies, suppliers and academics and have been clear-cut and purposeful: to be the voice of the promotion industry.
Reno-Tahoe Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA-R-T )
Founded locally in 1982, the Reno-Tahoe AMA’s mission is serve our members and be THE marketing source by providing networking, knowledge and career development. The Reno-Tahoe AMA meets at noon on the third Wednesday of each month at Harrah’s in downtown Reno.
Rochester Chapter of the American Marketing Association (RAMA )
The Rochester New York Chapter of the American Marketing Association is one of the oldest chapter of AMA with over 150 members.
RAMA strives to serve the needs of their membership through a variety of job postings on the RAMA website to Speaker Lunches and a monthly newsletter.
Silicon Valley American Marketing Association (SVAMA )
SVAMA is the chapter of the American Marketing Association. The SVAMA services the Silicon Valley's marketing industry with a series of networking, award shows and speaking events to address the issues of the industry. The speaking events include leaders that discuss the latest marketing issues and techniques.
Small Business Exporters Association of the United States (SBEA )
The Small Business Exporters Association of the United States is the largest and oldest nonprofit association dedicated exclusively to small and mid-size business exporters in the United States. SBEA serves as the international trade arm of the National Small Business Association. Founded in 1937, NSBA is the nation’s oldest nonprofit small business advocacy organization. It has 150,000 members in all 50 U.S. states.
Social Networking and Media Association (SNAMA)
With over 1,000 individual members, SNAMA represents one of the largest dedicated communities focused on sharing best practices and information on social media and community management. Whether you are from a traditional association, are interested in creating a community of interest or want to create an engagement strategy for your customers, SNAMA is the forum for discussion and learning.
SNAMA provides you with:
Networking
Resources
Education
Training
Job posting / search
Membership is free and everyone with an interest in social media is welcome!
The members of SNAMA represent a broad range of industries including non-profits to blue-chip companies. Social professionals are a diverse group which often come from more traditional roles including marketing, technology, customer service and public relations. Social Professionals (including community managers/champions) are currently one of the fasted growing professions.
Springfield Urban League (SUL )
The Springfield Urban League, Inc. is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civil rights and community-based movement that serves nearly 6,000 people annually, providing direct services, research and policy advocacy to assist individuals and communities in reaching their fullest potential. Primarily working with African Americans, Hispanics, and other emerging ethnic communities, it is networked with over 100 professionally staffed affiliates in over 35 states across the nation. The Movement, spearheaded by the National Urban League, headquartered in New York, works to close equality gaps for people at all economic levels and stages of life, and gives citizens a chance to give back as volunteers. Since its founding in 1926, the Springfield Urban League has helped hundreds of thousands of Americans overcome countless challenges in civil and human rights.
Tau Kappa Epsilon (TKE)
Tau Kappa Epsilon is a brotherhood of men who support each other's mental, moral, and social development. Since its founding in 1899, more than 240,000 men of good character have become members. We currently operate Chapters and Colonies on 278 college campuses across the United States and Canada, which makes us the largest college social fraternity in the world.
Members of Tau Kappa Epsilon value scholarship, character, leadership, teamwork, service, and brotherhood. We aim to make a positive difference in society, and become better people in the process.
Texas Apartment Association (TAA )
The Texas Apartment Association, Inc. (TAA) is a non-profit statewide trade association dedicated to unifying rental housing professionals through education, legislative advocacy and member services. TAA is affiliated with the National Apartment Association and local associations in 25 Texas cities. Members join TAA and NAA by joining the local affiliate in their area.
The Advertising Researc Foundation (ARF)
The principal mission of The ARF is to improve the practice of advertising, marketing and media research in pursuit of more effective marketing and advertising communications.
How we serve the advertising industry
Setting the research agenda that meets advertiser needs for advanced learning.
Leading the industry appropriate research initiatives required for advancing learning.
Providing opportunities for industry thought leaders to debate, challenge, network and collaborate.
Convening its Annual Convention as the platform to announce significant industry learning.
Focusing academic leading thinkers on advertiser critical issues and providing the opportunity to publish their learning in the Journal of Advertising Research.
Providing platforms for members to announce their innovations in learning, products or research services through workshops, webcasts, trade shows, council meetings and conferences.
Operating the Roy Morgan InfoCenter at The ARF as a state of the knowledge resource on all key industry issues.
Developing, publishing and promulgating industry standards and guidelines.
Providing training programs for executives in each of our family of industries designed to improve the practice and use of research in organizations.
Running the Annual David Ogilvy Awards Program and analyzing, articulating and promulgating the learning inherent in the finalist case histories
The EFFIE Awards
The EFFIE Award program is the only national competition that judges marketing and advertising effectiveness, and has since become recognized by agencies and advertisers as the pre-eminent award in the advertising industry. Introduced in 1968, the awards are presented annually by the New York American Marketing Association in recognition of the year's most effective advertising campaigns - campaigns that have delivered superior results in meeting the objectives they were designed to achieve. Senior advertiser and ad agency executives in charge of today’s top brands participate each year by entering their work, attending judging events and celebrating at the annual awards gala.
The Hong Kong Association of New York (HKANY )
Established in 1987, the Hong Kong Association of New York, Inc. is a 501(c) (6) non-profit organization. Its members represent major corporations, professional firms, financial and academic institutions, and small businesses. Individuals who have an affiliation with Hong Kong or who conduct business in or via Hong Kong are encouraged to join.
The Association affords opportunities for its members to network and strengthen business contacts. It organizes regular events such as breakfasts, luncheons and after-work meetings and networking events to enable members and their guests to interact with distinguished business people and senior government officials from both Hong Kong and the U.S. who share information and their perspectives on timely issues of importance related to Hong Kong, China and the Asia Pacific Region.
The HKANY currently has over 700 members and friends including individuals, law firms and corporations interested in economic, financial and legal trends affecting Hong Kong, the Pearl River Delta Region, China and Asia, in general. Our members follow the progress of matters such as the Pan-Pearl River Delta initiative to expand trade in nine provinces and two Special Administrative Regions which surround Hong Kong; private equity, venture investment and developments in the financial services sector in China for which Hong Kong is a major port of entry; the expansion of, and benefits derived from, the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement with China ("CEPA"); legal developments affecting business matters between Hong Kong and China as well as a variety of topics of current interest in the region.
Trade Show Exhibitors Association (TSEA )
The TSEA has a long reputation (41 years) as being the premiere trade show organizatioon in the US. Their passion for trade shows is immeasureable. The TSEA is a not-for-profit work because their mission is to serve their members, customers, and industry.
Enhancing the expertise of professionals in exhibit and event marketing; to be the leader in providing education, information, advocacy, and professional advancement to exhibitors and event planners across all industry sectors; enhance their sense of community; and to educate them so they can develop into more effective and successful users of event marketing.
Triangle Urban League (TUL )
Triangle Urban League Young Professionals Network (TUL YPN) is a network of young professionals that provides an outlet for community volunteerism, leadership development, economic empowerment and political engagement.
Tucson Chapter of the American Marketing Association (AMA-TC)
The Tucson AMA is a network of marketing and business owners. Monthly Luncheons, Seminars and Workshops are just some of the benefits the AMA offers to its members. The goals is to expand their knowledge and stay on the cutting edge of marketing-related trends and developments. The events offer great opportunities to widen networks of contacts & develop relationships with other marketing professionals & business owners in Southern Arizona.
Tucson Urban League, Inc. (TUL )
The Tucson Urban League is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and was founded in 1971 in response to a significantly high unemployment rate among minorities in Tucson. A committee of businessmen from the Tucson Chamber of Commerce, led by Henry Quinto, organized this affiliate and for 35 years the Tucson Urban League has been a moving force in creating change for minorities.
Located in the Empowerment Zone, the League provides great opportunities to reinvest in Tucson. The Empowerment Zone is a mixture of tax, financing and work training incentives that are designed to revitalize our inner city. Federal tax incentives are now available to support local businesses and encourage the hiring of Zone residents. The federal tax incentives benefit businesses by improving the bottom line and benefit individuals by increasing job opportunities and income.
Urban League of Central Carolinas, Inc. (ULCC)
The Urban League of Central Carolinas is a multi-service, non-profit Agency, organized in 1978. Its mission is to promote financial stability among African-American families and others, and racial inclusion in our community. Our range of programs can benefit anyone in need of education, skills training, career development, employment services, and youth programs. We serve persons from all economic levels - from area professionals to those living within designated "fragile" and "at risk" neighborhoods. The Urban League has always been stalwarts for advocacy on behalf of its' constituency. We have something for most everyone. Having served over 25,000 people, we proudly celebrate 30 years of service to this community.
Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts (ULEM)
The Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts is located in Roxbury near a hub of college and individuals in need of our unique services. The League provides services that encompass the needs of disadvantaged children, parents, and adults seeking life skills for long term opportunities. The service offerings the League provides are different from traditional employment training programs because they focus on improving the individuals by building a strong foundation of self confidence, realistic capabilities, and self worth. The culture that the League has created allows individuals to participate collectively while expressing themselves individually in a safe and accepting manner.
Urban League of Essex County (ULEC)
Our mission is to assist African American and other disadvantaged urban residents in the achievement of social and economic equality.
Ensure that our children are well educated and equipped for economic self-reliance in the 21 st century by offering the best foundations for education and job skills possible. Help adults attain economic self-sufficiency through good jobs, home ownership, entrepreneurship and financial literacy by offering seminars, study groups, job networking, remedial skills training, and technology training. Protect civil rights by eradicating all barriers to equal participation in the economic and social mainstream of America by offering seminars, community outreach events, voter education, and civic action opportunities.
Improve the health of lower income communities by directing them to free and other health care and screening options.
Urban League of Greater Chattanooga (ULCHATT )
The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga is an affiliate of the National Urban League (NUL), the nation's oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African Americans and other underserved individuals to enter the economic and social mainstream. The Urban League movement was founded in 1910. The National Urban League, headquartered in New York City, spearheads our nonprofit, nonpartisan, community-based movement. The heart of the Urban League movement is the professionally staffed Urban League affiliates in over 100 cities in 34 states and the District of Columbia.
The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga is part of a $200 million national organization that serves over two million people annually. With a 90-year history of providing services, Urban Leagues have a $10 billion impact on the economy of the United States of America.
The Urban League of Greater Chattanooga, under the leadership of Warren E. Logan, Jr. has sought to emphasize greater reliance on the unique resources and strengths of the African-American community to find solutions to its own problems. To accomplish this, the League's approach has been to utilize fully the tools of advocacy, research, program service and systems change. The result has been an organization with strong roots in the community, focused on the social and educational development of youth, economic self-sufficiency and racial inclusion. The Urban League in Chattanooga, through its outreach programs, serves more than 1000 individuals each year.
Urban League of Greater Dallas and North Central Texas (ULGD )
Over the years the League has been in the forefront in its struggle to enable African Americans and other citizens to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power and civil rights. Its programs include employment, health, housing, education, technology training, ex-offender reentry program and seniors' services. Because of the League's efforts there have been many accomplishments including the following: founded and operated the first funded Sickle Cell Anemia Program; sponsored the first job and health fairs; organized the integration of Fair Park concessions; and is currently one of two HUD certified housing counseling agencies. The most memorable was the move to its permanent headquarters/technology center in 1999. With the opening of the new facility in the heart of Oakcliff, the League's vision "to be the leading community based organization devoted to enabling all citizens to enter and enhance their position in the economic and social mainstream" is becoming a reality. It now serves as the "hub" for providing the critical academic, technical and life skills for citizens to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Urban League of Greater New Orleans (ULNO )
In 1938 at the urging of negro businessmen and local religious leaders, the Council of Social Agencies, aided by Jesse O. Thomas, Southern Field Secretary for the National Urban League, founded the Urban League of Greater New Orleans. The conditions facing Negro New Orleanians mirrored those of other urban dwellers which propelled the newly formed group to advocate for better race relations which would be the foundation for improving the plight of Negroes economically and socially. The urban League would serve as a "clearing house" for the industrial, social, and general welfare problems of the Negro people.
Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh (ULPGH )
The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh was founded in 1918 with the shared National Urban League mission of enabling African-Americans to secure economic self-reliance, parity and power, and civil rights. Today, the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh has become one of the most accomplished affiliates in the country, leading by example with a perfect 5 out of 5 on a recent performance review conducted by the National Urban League. The rating assessed three key criteria: organizational soundness, organizational vitality, and implementation of mission.
The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh is focused on serving African-American constituents and other minorities, but no one is ever turned away. Last fiscal year, the affiliate served over 36,000 individuals in Pittsburgh and the surrounding counties. As the largest comprehensive social service/civil rights organization in Southwestern Pennsylvania, the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh provides services in the areas of education, health advocacy, housing, early childhood and youth development, hunger services, employment and career training and counseling, and economic empowerment. For example, between July 1, 2006 and June 30, 2007, the agency served more than 2,500 youth through its Education and Youth Development Department, more than 5,000 adults through its Employment Training and Economic Empowerment Department, more than 4,600 children, youth and adults through the Family Growth and Child Development Department, and more than 24,000 people through the Housing Department and Hunger Services Program.
Two of the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh’s current programs – Operation Home and Hunger Services – provide outreach to residents of Allegheny, Butler, Fayette, Greene, Washington and Westmoreland Counties. Operation Home offers first time homebuyers classes to prepare themselves to qualify for home buying. Hunger Services provides counseling and referral to citizens who are eligible to receive food stamps but who may not realize it.
Urban League of Philadelphia (ULP)
Established in 1910, the National Urban League is the nation’s oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream. Today, the National Urban League spearheads the non-partisan efforts of its 103 local affiliates that provide services to more than 2 million people nationwide. Since 1917, the Urban League of Philadelphia, as part of this national network, provides direct services, research and policy advocacy to help individuals and communities reach their fullest potential.
Utah Society of Association Executives (USAE )
The Utah Society of Association Executives (USAE) is the Utah affiliate of the American Society of Association Executive (ASAE). Based in Midvale Utah, the USAE is here to provide a networking opportunity for associations and organization across the state. The USAE meets each month in various locations throughout the state.
Van Andel Global Trade Center (VAGTC )
A strong liberal education serves as the foundation for Grand Valley's wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs, fostering critical thinking, creative problem solving, and cultural understanding. Through personalized learning enhanced by active scholarship, we accomplish our mission of educating students to shape their lives, their professions, and their societies.
Washington International Trade Association (WITA )
The Washington International Trade Association (WITA) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization dedicated to providing a neutral forum in the nation's capital for the open and robust discussion of international trade policy and related issues. WITA is widely considered Washington's premier trade forum.
WITA was founded in 1982 by a group of Washington area trade professionals who found a need to stay abreast of developments in trade policy, make and maintain professional contacts, and exchange information and ideas concerning world trade and international business opportunities.
Today, WITA's steadily growing membership is over 1,500 strong, including more than 120 corporate sponsors and group memberships. WITA keeps its members informed through an extensive series of programs and special events (such as our Annual Awards Dinner and Congressional Trade Agenda program) that focus on the latest positions taken by the Administration and Congress on trade policy, rules and regulations governing international trade, views of US trade policy from abroad, current issues in trade, and the latest developments in the ever-changing trade landscape.
Washington Multi-Family Housing Association (WMFHA )
The Washington Multi-Family Housing Association is the Washington State chapter of the National Apartment Association. We are a collection of over 55 Property Management companies, over 350 Apartment Communities, representing over 74,000 apartment homes, and over 100 suppliers working together to promote and enrich the multi-family housing industry in Washington state.
One of our primary objectives is to actively monitor and influence the legislative process. WMFHA has a full time lobbyist representing the multifamily housing industry in Olympia. As an affiliate of the National Apartment Association (NAA), and through a joint legislative alliance with the National Multi Housing Council (NMHC) we are able to speak for you in both regulatory and legislative bodies at the federal and state government levels. We make sure you stay informed of regulatory requirements that affect you, your business and your professional licensing or educational requirements as well as taxation, environmental issues, and building codes.
In addition, WMFHA has a Political Action Committee (PAC), which raises money and works to help get elected those public officials who will work with us on multi family housing issues to affect favorable change in the lawmaking process.
As stated in our mission statement, our goal is to promote professionalism through education. As an affiliate of the NAA, we are privileged to offer six nationally recognized professional designation programs. These programs are widely respected for their rigorous and comprehensive approach to career development in the multifamily housing industry. With some study and hard work, you and/or employees can earn professional credentials in multi-site property supervision (CAPS), apartment management (CAM), leasing (NALP), maintenance (CAMT), idependent rental owner (IROC), or as a certified apartment supplier (CAS).
Washington Society of Association Executives (WSAE)
WSAE is an association of professional executives looking to advance their careers.
Connecting members with the resources and people they need to succeed. Facilitating continuous learning recognized for its quality and innovation. Promoting the value and professionalism of association executives
In principle and in practice, WSAE values and seeks diverse and inclusive participation within the field of association management. WSAE will promote involvement and expand access to leadership opportunities while serving as a model to other associations engaged in such endeavors.
Women's eChamber of Commerce, International (WECAI )
The Women’s ECommerce Association International™ is a not-for-profit, professional organization for individuals with an interest in doing business on the WEB. WECAI.org is dedicated to the advancement of women in business, industry, education and science.
The WECAI provides opportunities for personal and professional development through networking and through programs on topics related to doing business on the WEB. WECAI.org promotes high ethical standards of conduct and competence and promotes a professional attitude among its members.
The Women’s ECommerce Association, International sponsors virtual and in-person meetings, publishes an electronic newsletters, and supports and encourages networking both in person and via the internet.
