Chicago Association Management Achieves AMC Institute Accreditation

CAM joins an elite group of just 80 Accredited AMCs worldwide, demonstrating excellence in association management services

CHICAGO, IL – 8/26/2025 – Chicago Association Management (CAM) announced that it has been awarded Accreditation by AMC Institute, the global trade association representing the Association Management industry.

Among more than 500 Association Management Companies (AMCs) worldwide, only 80 have achieved AMC Institute Accreditation. This prestigious designation demonstrates CAM’s commitment and ability to deliver the highest level of professional management services to association and not-for-profit clients. Accredited AMCs are the recognized choice of associations and not-for-profit organizations.

"We applaud Chicago Association Management on this significant achievement," said AMC Institute Chair Nick Ruffin. "AMC Institute Accreditation requires that association management firms demonstrate adherence to operational and ethical best practices, as outlined in the AMC Institute Standard. Accreditation distinguishes CAM’s ongoing commitment to leadership in association management."

Administered by AMC Institute, AMC Institute Accreditation is recognized and supported by ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership and is based on the ANSI Standard of Good Practices for the AMC Industry. The standard is regularly reviewed and updated by ANSI to remain an approved standard. Measurable performance practices include contracts and service delivery; employee recruitment, training, and professional development; and financial management and internal controls, among others. AMCs must earn re-accreditation every four years, demonstrating to an independent outside auditor that they continue to meet the standard.

“This achievement reflects CAM’s commitment to the highest standards in association management,” said Ed Graziano, Managing Director of Chicago Association Management. “Accreditation affirms our team’s dedication to excellence, client service, and advancing the missions of the associations we serve.”

About Chicago Association Management: Founded in 2010, Chicago Association Management (CAM) provides professional management services to small and mid-sized professional and trade associations. CAM delivers expertise in operations, governance, membership, marketing, events, and strategic growth, helping associations achieve their missions and thrive. CAM is a division of Corporate Event Enterprises, Inc. For more information, visit www.chicagoassociation.com.