Why Choose Management?

Sound familiar? Many associations rely on volunteer leadership to run their association. In some cases, volunteers are busy, overwhelmed and can become burned out all together. Records are scattered across the country and members question what their dues are supporting. Unfortunately, this is a story that we hear too often in prospective client meetings. A cost effective and comprehensive solution is PlanIt World.

An association management company (AMC) provides management and administrative services to trade associations and professional societies using a for-profit approach that runs not-for-profit associations like a business. Management services can be tailored to your needs and your budget and can turn your professional, trade or non-profit association's vision into action. Leadership is free to advise and manage, rather than create and administrate.

You are in good company. Many groups choose management. According to the AMC Institute, there are currently 676 Association Management Companies (AMCs). Since 1986, the AMC Industry has grown by 150% and serves over 4.89 million members in trade, professional and philanthropic organizations and manages 22,839 meetings annually.


Can I Afford Management?

Yes! In fact, in many cases, you will save your association money! Because association management companies manage multiple clients, the cost of overhead is shared and buying power is leveraged with vendors. From printing to meetings, the cost saving is passed on to PlanIt Management clients. In most cases, you will find that management services will be less than hiring a singular, work-from-home, executive director. Best of all, you will be getting experts in each area of administration versus one person, trying to wear all hats for your group.


Shouldn’t I hire someone that is part of my industry?

No. Remember that your board of directors governs the decisions of the association and we take our cues from them. We can learn your nomenclature and programs, while providing expertise in the management field to make your group flourish. If you wanted to be an association expert, you wouldn’t be a leader in your field and association. Do what you do best and let us help you do it.