Association Headquarters

Project Services from Association Headquarters

AH can customize a project-based management package to provide direction and support in:

• Meeting, trade show, and exhibit management
• Membership marketing plan development
• Public relations and marketing communications support
• Web site design and publications services
• Strategic planning services
• Interim executive director services
• Board member orientation
• Translation services

Meeting, Trade Show and Exhibit Management

Often a daunting task for an association of any size, the challenge of staging a convention or meeting can be overwhelming. AH realizes the value meetings provide to members and association leadership alike, and has developed a department comprised of well-respected meetings, trade show, and exhibit management professionals with more than 200 years of combined experience in order to provide clients with the vision and direction vital to a successful meeting experience.

AH will work closely with your association’s leadership to ensure the success of all areas of planning, including:

• Contract negotiations
• Program development
• Speaker management
• Floor plan design and layout
• Registration
• Sponsorship
• Exhibit sales
• Marketing and promotion

Membership Marketing Plan Development

A solid membership is vital to the continuing growth of any association. With unique insight into membership needs, AH can create a comprehensive program that will assist you in meeting your association’s vision for growth.

Public Relations and Marketing Communications Support

Communicating the value of an association to the public, its members, and potential members is a critical component in maintaining a public image. With a staff of public relations and marketing professionals experienced in association services, AH will:

• Develop and implement promotional campaigns
• Promote products and services
• Manage crisis situations
• Increase your organization’s media visibility
• Develop press releases, electronic communications, and feature articles
• Conduct media relations and press conferences

Web Site Design and Publications Services

AH is home to an award-winning Web site design and creative services department that houses a team of skilled editors, publication professionals, and Web site designers committed to excellence. This commitment to excellence in publications design and layout, and Web site design and maintenance is evidenced by the more than 50 awards they have won in areas such as communications and excellence in association publications.

Strategic Planning Services

Just as a map is essential in navigation, so is a strategic plan vital for the health and growth of an organization. AH’s strategic planning staff is well-equipped with experience and direction in providing:

• Survey development
• Focus group management
• Data collection
• Data compilation
• Board facilitation
• Strategic plan generation
• Implementation

Board Member Orientation

A valuable resource which will help your association achieve its goals with the utmost of efficiency and cooperation, a board member orientation is essential in establishing clear channels of communication between an association’s staff and its board.

Interim Executive Director Services

Has the sudden departure of your Executive Director left you in a bind? AH can provide interim services to help maintain the stability of your association while allowing the board and staff the time necessary to conduct a formal executive director search.