Jonathan Adams Joins AMC as Senior Consultant
Published: 2026-01-28
We鈥檙e pleased to announce that Jonathan Adams, CAE AAiP, has joined AMC Consulting Services as a senior consultant. With more than a decade of association leadership experience, Adams brings a strategic, people-centered approach to helping boards and executive teams reimagine what is possible. Adams most recently served as vice president of innovation at the…
Learn moreMaintaining Board Culture During Times of Change
Published: 2026-01-22
Board culture influences how members lead and manage the organization鈥檚 strategic priorities. But, what happens when the board undergoes internal transitions or experiences change from external forces? How can boards ensure continuity of culture during times of change? Find out from Mike Norbut, AMC VP of Business Development; Steve Smith, AMC CEO; and Sally Weir,…
Learn moreMark Engle to Retire in February
Published: 2026-01-02
After 31 years of visionary leadership at AMC and within the association management community, Mark Engle will retire in February 2026 and continue in his role on the AMC Board of Directors. Renowned for his advocacy for good governance and high performing boards, Mark has focused much of his career on advancing the profession of…
Learn more5 AMC Staff Selected as Forty Under 40 Awardees
Published: 2025-10-21
We鈥檙e thrilled to announce that five members of our AMC team have been selected as Forty Under 40 awardees by Association Forum in recognition of their leadership, commitment, and impact within the association community. Stephanie Adams, Senior Education Manager for the National Association of Neonatal Nurses Robin Chan, Operations and Education Manager for the Society…
Learn more5 Ways to Strategically Boost Member Engagement in Associations
Published: 2025-10-13
Member engagement isn鈥檛 just about keeping your community active. It鈥檚 about building lasting relationships that drive growth, satisfaction, and loyalty. When associations create meaningful, personalized experiences, members are more likely to participate, renew, and advocate for the organization. Longtime AMC client, the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses (ARN), has seen firsthand how intentional engagement strategies can…
Learn moreFrom Static to Smart: Transforming Legacy Content with AI
Published: 2025-09-16
Associations are rich in content. Years of newsletters, white papers, conference proceedings, and member resources form a deep archive of institutional knowledge. Yet, much of this content sits idle, underutilized and often forgotten. In today鈥檚 fast-paced digital landscape, where personalization and relevance are key to member engagement, legacy content needs more than just a facelift鈥攊t…
Learn moreAMC Reaccredited by AMCI
Published: 2025-08-15
We鈥檙e excited to announce we have earned re-accreditation by the AMC Institute, the global trade association representing the association management industry. Among 500-plus association management companies worldwide, only 80 have achieved AMC Institute Accreditation, demonstrating the commitment, integrity, and ability to deliver the highest level of professional management services to association and not-for-profit clients. Accredited management…
Learn morePierre M. D茅sy Joins AMC as CEO of AAHPM聽
Published: 2025-08-12
We鈥檙e pleased to announce that Pierre M. D茅sy, MPH CAE, has joined Association Management Center (AMC) and will serve as the chief executive officer (CEO) of the American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM), a professional organization managed by AMC. D茅sy brings more than 25 years of healthcare association management and public health expertise…
Learn moreRobert Oakes Appointed Vice President of Technology and Digital Customer Experience
Published: 2025-07-28
We鈥檙e pleased to announce that Robert Oakes, CPM CSM CSPO SA Project +, has been promoted to vice president of technology and digital customer experience. In his nearly 6-year tenure at AMC, Oakes has been a results-driven strategic partner to our association and nonprofit clients, delivering transformative solutions and services that drive growth and enhance…
Learn moreNavigating Financial Uncertainty in the Boardroom
Published: 2025-07-25
What happens when financial distress impacts the association boardroom? How can boards navigate their organizations forward during times of financial uncertainty? Find out from Mary Beth Benner, vice president of client relations; Julie Nemmer, vice president of accounting and financial services; and Steve Smith, AMC CEO, in the vlog below. They answer questions including Be…
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