AML manages a diverse group of association clients, from international image consultants to lighting management companies, career services professionals to defense attorneys, from well drillers to economic developers. Our clients including international, national, regional, state and local associations, representing 500 company members and 5,000 individual members from 57 countries.
The Association of Image Consultants International (AICI) formed in 1990, with the merger of the Fashion & Image Consultants (AFIC) and the Association of Image Consultants (AIC). AICI members are specialists in visual appearance, verbal and nonverbal communications; this includes style and wardrobe consultants, media trainers, career and business coaches, cosmetic and skin care specialists, clothing and accessory designers and etiquette experts. Image professionals assist clients in attaining authenticity, self-confidence and credibility. AICI has 21 chapters established in Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Mexico and the U.S. and represents more than 1,200 members in 57 countries. AICI has three certification programs. AICI and AML have been partners since 2005.
The Iowa Defense Counsel Association (IDCA) was founded in 1964 with the express purpose of improving our civil justice system. This encompasses efforts to support proposals within the legislature and the court system which are designed to maintain a fair balance between plaintiffs and defendants, and at the same time avoid excessive, unreasonable, and emotional verdicts that are so costly to the public at large. IDCA members consist of defense lawyers in large/small law firms and insurance companies. IDCA and AML have been partners since 2001.
The Iowa Taxpayers Association (ITA) established in 1935, is a corporate tax and advocacy organization with a focus on improving and sustaining Iowa’s business tax climate. ITA committees are active and involve Iowa’s best tax professionals in issues which touch all Iowa businesses. Current membership runs approximately 150 companies and over 400 individual members. ITA and AML have been partners since 1993.
The Iowa Water Well Association(IWWA) began in 1929. The purpose of IWWA is to assist, promote and support ground water use in Iowa. The association provides industry and consumer education and information and has a strong grassroots advocacy program on the state and national levels. IWWA represents 250 member firms, industry partners and state/educational institutions from throughout the state. Each year, IWWA provides industry education to more than 400 licensed professionals. IWWA – AML’s most long-standing client – has partnered with AML since 1976.
Since 1949, the Midwest Association of Colleges and Employers(Midwest ACE) (formerly the Midwest College Placement Association) has been bringing together professional in collegiate career services and recruitment/staffing to collaborate, communicate, and connect. Through our efforts, college-educated men and women achieve their career goals and employers add value to their workplace. The mission of the Midwest Association of Colleges and Employers is to maximize the career potential of college educated adults through the fostering of employer/college and university relationships; the promotion of professional and ethical standards of conduct; and the provision of professional development opportunities for its membership. Approximately 900 individual members of Midwest ACE represent the states of (but are not limited to) Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Midwest ACE holds two conferences annually and offers members an active Website. Midwest ACE and AML have been partners since 2005.
Since 1953, the interNational Association of Lighting Management Companies (NALMCO) has represented the lighting management industry by providing an industry-wide forum for the exchange of ideas and experience. NALMCO is a trade association made up of lighting management companies and lighting professionals dedicated to delivering services, information and industry relationships for the benefit of its members and their customers. NALMCO has approximately 135 member companies internationally who benefit from an annual convention and trade show, a quarterly member magazine, an annual membership directory and nationally recognized certification programs. NALMCO and AML have been partners since 1998.
The National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA) was organized in 1988. Approximately 250 individual members from across the country belong to the Association. The primary purpose for the Association is professional development and networking of people in economic development. Their mission is to provide education, advocacy, and networking opportunities to rural and suburban utilities and affiliated organizations. NREDA has an annual conference, a regional seminar, a quarterly electronic newsletter and an active Website. Members find value in these benefits. NREDA and AML have been partners since 1995.
The Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI) was established in 1973. Members include economic development professionals working to grow and develop Iowa’s economic base. PDI’s approximately 300 members come from a variety of disciplines: county and regional developers, community developers, utilities, legal and financial firms, universities, community colleges, engineering and construction firms, and railroads. PDI and AML have been partners since 2003.
AML is ready to meet the professional management and service requirements of associations. AML’s clients share their experiences regarding AML’s capabilities.
“AML is a solid partner of the Association of Image Consultants International and has brought many best practices to AICI. While AML handles the day-to-day operations flawlessly, the AICI Board of Directors is able to focus on the goal of increasing financial reserves and maintaining a profitable bottom line. Our members continually tell us of the positive member service they receive from our Executive Director and staff when they call AICI headquarters. AICI’s membership has grown 43% since joining AML in 2005 and they have handled the growth with skill. Whenever we need expert advice outside of AML’s management expertise, they arrange professional and vendor resources to assist AICI in making the best decisions possible. I know we are in the right hands with AML.”
- Marion Gellatly, AICI CIM, Past President
Association of Image Consultants International (AICI)
“The benefits of partnering with Association Management, Ltd. go straight to our bottom line. One of NALMCO’s biggest membership benefits is our quarterly publication. In 2001, AML introduced the idea of working with one of their strategic partners that focuses on advertising sales. In our first year, ad revenue was $5,000. In our second year, revenue increase by $23,000. Now, in our seventh year, our advertising revenue is over $60,000, which has allowed us to reinvest back into the publication and the association as a whole. At the same time, we enhanced the quality of the publication by relying on the skills and expertise of the AML staff that specialize in communications. Relationship building, attention to quality and AML’s true desire for us to succeed allows us to deliver a superior industry product to our members and vendors. AML also manages our three nationally-recognized certification programs, plans our two annual meetings, has developed a state-of-the-art Website that is interactive with our database, and manages the day-to-day details so that we can focus on the association's strategic direction.”
- Randy Breske, Past President
interNational Association of Lighting Management Companies (NALMCO)
“Defining value in dollars and cents is easy when working with Association Management, Ltd. They were able to negotiate a $23,000 savings for Midwest ACE by asking the hotel to donate the food and beverage for our annual banquet to compensate for the inconveniences we experienced during our event. Additionally, each conference attendee received two free beverage coupons and a written letter of apology. This aided in increasing the net profit for the conference, and—more importantly—led to increased attendee satisfaction onsite. Cost savings, increased revenues; a direct result of working with Association Management, Ltd.”
- O. Ray Angle, Past President
Midwest Association of Colleges and Employers (Midwest ACE)
interNational Association of Lighting Management Companies (NALMCO)
Randy Breske, CLMC, CLEP
Stay-Lite Lighting, Inc.
W233 N2800 Roundy Circle West
Suite 100
Pewaukee, WI 53072
Phone: (262) 547-6811
Email: rbreske@stay-lite.com
National Rural Economic Developers Association (NREDA)
Rick Nelsen, CEcD
Nebraska Public Power District
900 Fourth Avenue
PO Box 2170
Kearney, NE 68845
Phone: (308) 236-2210
Email: rjnelse@nppd.com
Association of Image Consultants International (AICI)
Marion Gellatly, AICI CIM
Powerful Presence
P.O. Box 366
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Phone: (831) 625-2000
Email: MLGellatly@aol.com
Midwest Association of Colleges and Employers (Midwest ACE)
O. Ray Angle
University Career Services
CB#5140, 219 Hanes Hall
The University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Phone: (919) 962-6507
Email: rangle@email.unc.edu
Professional Developers of Iowa (PDI)
Ilene Deckert, CEcD
Eastern Iowa Community College District
306 West River Drive
Davenport, IA 52801
Phone: (563) 336-3317
Email: ideckert@eicc.edu
