AMG - Advocacy & Management Group

We also offer the unique ability to lobby state government – or manage your current lobbyist – combining this critical association role as part of the entire management package.

In our capacity as association managers, the following services can be provided in full or in part based upon your needs:

Executive Association Management

Work closely with leadership and staff to ensure a smooth transition to our offices, directly across the street from the Trenton Statehouse.

Provide complete financial management, including managing the accounts payable and receivable; providing easy to understand reports and briefings to the Treasurer and Board; maintain local bank accounts, manage investment accounts; work with outside auditor on reviews and tax returns. Create and oversee credit card and Internet transaction capabilities for meeting registration and membership dues.

Perform all services for regular Board of Directors and other committee meetings, including meeting notices, minutes, agendas, materials, etc. Senior staff would be present at all Board meetings, and assist the President as he/she chairs the meeting.

Implement exhaustive Annual Dues and Membership Campaigns including maintaining the member database and aggressively market to non-members; effectively manage the dues invoicing and receipt process. Provide regular reports to the Board on current, prospective and delinquent members.

Internal and External Communication

Provide personalized phone services, fax lines and mailing addresses. Manage your archives, stationery, publications, files and correspondence.

Manage the website and email list servers to provide timely updates and information.

Coordinate all aspects of educational programs, including budget, speakers, CME, promotional materials, grant applications, registration, handouts, A/V, exhibits, site logistics, post event follow-up and evaluation. We pride ourselves in significant revenue increases, while boosting the energy and attendance.

Produce chapter communications, including monthly newsletters, and other materials, as required.

General Association Administration

If AMG is not your registered legislative agent, we can monitor and manage your lobbyist, to ensure proactive and energetic outreach to the legislators and administration officials on your behalf. Effective lobbying is not simply reporting on activities in the Statehouse, but initiating bills, opportunities to speak before the legislature and Administration, and being present at any and all forums where your issues are discussed.

Manage the Political Action Committee, including solicitation, all reporting to the State and the PAC Board, working with the lobbyist/leadership to develop a contribution strategy, and coordinating attendance at PAC-supported events.

Participate with your national associations in annual meetings or opportunities to network with other state executives.