CNAP Certified

 Madison, Wisconsin (May 13th, 2019) — Impact Association Management— Ingrid Beamsley has successfully completed the requirements for the CNAP certification.  The Certified Nonprofit Accounting Professional (CNAP) is designed to set a standard of accounting excellence in the not-for-profit sector through comprehensive qualification, training and examination.

Developed by the Nonprofit CPAs Alliance and sponsored by Wegner CPAs, this certification program is designed specifically for any professional charged with the financial management of a not-for-profit organization, including non-CPAs. The curriculum of this intensive program includes basic and intermediate accounting, as well as in-depth training on more advanced topics such as internal controls, current tax issues, IRS audits, lobbying, technology, and budgeting.

Say Hello to the All American Association of Home Inspectors!

Impact Association Management welcomes the All American Association of Home Inspectors 

May 9, 2019, Madison, Wisconsin –Impact Association Management (Impact) is pleased and proud to announce the signing of the All American Association of Home Inspectors (AAAHI) as their newest client.        

“We were thrilled to hear that the All American Association of Home Inspectors chose us to be their AMC. Amy has experience in the Association Management world and understands all of the ways we can make a difference. I know they will be a fun group to work with and can’t wait to get the ball rolling.”, adds Jodi Fisher, CEO, Impact Association Management 

About the All American Association of Home Inspectors 

The All American Association of Home Inspectors is a nationwide association exclusively for Home Inspectors. Members of AAAHI receive continuing education, business development, industry insight, and political advocacy. The organization is dedicated to providing high quality education to home inspectors around the United States. 

Contact: 

Amy Newcomer 

877.220.6424 

http://www.aaahi.org/  

About Impact Association Management  

Impact Association Management was founded in 2006 by Jodi Fisher, and since then they have successfully supported many Associations in growing and increasing profits and memberships. Now expanded into a robust team, Impact consists of Social Media experts, Non-Profit Administrators and Executive Administrative Assistants with impressive backgrounds in Association support, small business operations and international corporations.  Their mission is to provide customized, efficient, and forward-thinking association management services to small and medium sized Associations with a highly skilled, dedicated team of Executive Administrators.  

Contact:  

Impact Association Management 

608.210.3120  

info@ImpactAMC.com  

www.ImpactAMC.com  

The AMC Checklist

Things can get a bit hectic for a volunteer in an association. When this overwhelming feeling gets to be too much, it is time to begin your search for an association management company. Beginning this search might lead to even more of a headache for the Board of Directors, but we have made it easy! Here is a checklist of what to look for in an AMC. 

• Size fit. If you are on the board of an extremely large association, make sure that the AMC you choose has the capacity to take you on. This applies to smaller associations as well. You want to make sure that you are at equal priority to the AMC’s other clients. This ensures that things do not slip through the cracks and the work is done. 

• Passion. Look for a group of Executive Administrators that has a true passion for what they do. Find an AMC that becomes a partner and cares about your goals and milestones. This will guarantee that they are just as dedicated as you are to the organization. 

• Culture Fit. You are going to be working with the Executive Administrator closely. It is important that you and that person get along, communicate well, and have a strong understanding of one another. If you prefer working with someone more laid back than intense, keep that in mind when conducting your AMC interviews. This relationship will be something you are maintaining for the length of the contract and should be a positive one. 

• Transparency. Find an AMC that holds themselves to high standards when it comes to ethical business practice. You are handing your AMC highly important information and access when you work with them. Make sure that the AMC you choose has an open and honest policy about how they are spending your time, what they do for you on a regular basis, and any information they might hold during their time with you. It is important to know that your money is being used properly and that if the partnership were to end, your information is readily available. 

• More than one dedicated Administrator. It is a smart move to look for an AMC that will provide you with at least two dedicated Executive Administrators. Two Executive Administrators allows you easier communication, more collaboration, and a back up plan. If you are working with one Executive Administrator and they have to take a day off or leave the company, you have someone who has already been working with your association to train a new staff member. This keeps things running smoothly and prevents a chaotic transition if your primary administrator is unavailable.  

• Experience. If you are lacking in marketing, financial support, or member communication, find an AMC that has that experience. Question them during the interview and look for examples that line up with what your organization is looking for. This guarantees a good administrative fit. 

  The hunt for the perfect AMC might be a stressful one, but once you find the right fit, the stress will quickly fade. The AMC will allow you to redirect your focus to the mission of your association and leave the administrative tasks to your new partner. 

Client Spotlight: Wisconsin Educational Media and Technology Association

Each association we support has a unique purpose, mission, and group of leaders. At Impact, we enjoy learning about the different industries we work with. This week we are taking a closer look at The Wisconsin Educational Media and Technology Association (WEMTA). WEMTA is an organization that serves school library media and instructional technology professionals. The association aims to provide leadership and professional growth in the educational community. WEMTA`s mission is “To provide learning experiences that prepare students to flourish in an information-rich world.” 

WEMTA, like most of our clients, is supported by two Executive Administrators. Ashley and Tammy are the Executive Administrators for this group. These two provide support by responding to calls, email management, financial management, preparation and planning of the annual conference. They also helped execute the Battle of the Books campaign. This annual campaign promotes a love of reading among students. Ashley and Tammy have thoroughly enjoyed being a part of such a positive organization and look forward to seeing the difference they can make. 

The Key to Potential Members’ Hearts: Events

It can often be hard to explain what makes your association unique when putting it on paper. Some things are hard to describe in words and the feeling of community and experience that your association offers are two that you might have a hard time describing to a non-member. If this is the case, try to reach potential members in person. Plan events!

Current events. Open up some of your current events to non-members. Showing potential members what they are getting involved in is your number one recruiting tool. Make sure, however, to keep some things exclusive to members. You don’t want your current members questioning why they are paying for a membership or feeling under appreciated.

Speed networking. We know that people join associations to network and meet people in their industry. Open up a speed networking event to both members and non-members. This allows the two to meet while giving them something they are looking for in an association. To follow through with this, make sure that attendees are clear of the industry you are in to ensure like-minded professionals. You could also give your speed networkers talking cards. This could get the ball rolling on the conversation. Throw in the topic of the association. Are they a  member? What do they like about it? Have your members do the recruiting!

Get involved in the community. Offer fun events for members and non-members. This could be a picnic, a holiday celebration, a sporting event, and more. This will stick in the mind of the guests and provide them with a  positive experience.

These experiences will shape potential members’ opinions of your association. It will also create brand awareness and spread the news to other potential members. Get started on these events this summer!