
Current News
- EMAP Brings Emergency Management Perspective to National Accreditation Conference (9/30/2026) - The Emergency Management Accreditation Program (EMAP) participated in the 2026 National Accreditation Conference, held September 28–30, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, sharing its expertise on how accreditation and standards can strengthen emergency management programs. EMAP Executive Director Nicole Ishmael Livingston participated in a panel discussion on the evolving role of accreditation…
- Barbara Arango Explores the Role of AI in Association Meeting Minutes (9/29/2026) - Barbara Arango, CAE, client services director, recently contributed “Who Is Reading Your Association Minutes?” to Association Now Plus, an ASAE publication, examining the growing use of artificial intelligence in association meetings. In the article, Arango explores the increasing use of AI-powered note-taking tools and what associations should consider before using…
- Chelsea Steadman Achieves Prestigious CAE Certification (7/7/2026) - Congratulations to Chelsea Steadman, who has recently been awarded the Certified Association Executive (CAE) certification. This prestigious certification is granted to professionals who demonstrate exceptional skills and knowledge in association management, marking a significant career milestone. With a decade of experience in association leadership and emergency management, Chelsea serves as…
- ASMI Staff Member Contributes to National Research on Prehospital Pediatric Readiness (1/28/2026) - March 18, 2026 – Association and Society Management International, ASMI, is proud to recognize Rachael Alter for her recent contributions to national research advancing prehospital pediatric readiness. Rachael Alter is the author of a newly published manuscript in Prehospital Emergency Care titled “Establishing Quality Measures for the Prehospital Pediatric Readiness…
- ASMI Leadership Team Member Honored by IAEM with New Award (12/23/2025) - December 23, 2025 – ASMI is exceptionally proud that our client, the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM), has established the Elizabeth B. Armstrong Award for Outstanding Contributions to IAEM. This award is a new honor recognizing individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to IAEM's goals and work as an…
- ASMI Client NASEMSO Honored with NIDHC Award (12/17/2025) - December 16, 2025 – ASMI is proud to share that our client, NASEMSO, has received an award from the National Institute for Defense Health Cooperation (NIDHC). This comes as NASEMSO embarks on three key projects to advance EMS and public safety. These projects include: Aim 1: State EMS and highway…
- ATS’ Sue Prentiss Recognized as 2025 Legislator of the Year (12/4/2025) - Sue Prentiss, MPA, NRP, executive director of the American Trauma Society and senator for New Hampshire's District 5, has been recognized by New Futures as the 2025 Legislator of the Year. As a long-time paramedic and community leader, Sue has been a consistent advocate for the New Hampshire public health…
- ASMI Leads with Energy and Innovation at AMCs Engaged 2025 (7/29/2025) - July 21-22, 2025 – ASMI leadership brought energy and fresh ideas to this year’s AMCs Engaged, in Savannah, Georgia. Representing the organization were Barbara Arango, MBA, CAE, and Clay D. Tyeryar, MAM, QAS, CAE, who joined association professionals and industry partners from across the country for this annual event hosted…
- ASMI Partners with the DCRO Institute (5/21/2025) - May 21, 2025 – The DCRO Institute, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving board members and C-suite executives worldwide (the DCRO), has retained Association and Society Management International, Inc. (ASMI) as of May 5, for management services. ASMI, an accredited association management company, provides support and guidance to associations and nonprofit organizations.…
- OTCC’s Work Supports the SHARE Act (4/2/2025) - The SHARE Act was introduced recently to Congress to improve interstate healthcare workforce licensing. ASMI staff and clients are involved to help strengthen the integrity of professional licensing, promote accountability, and protect citizens from potential harm. Occupational Therapy Compact Commission (OTCC) Executive Director Amanda Perry is directly engaged through her…
Archived News
- ASMI Program Manager Rachael Alter Publishes Article in Prehospital Emergency Care (9/20/2022) - September 20 - ASMI is proud to announce that Rachael Alter, program manager and staff liaison for the NASEMSO Pediatric Emergency Care Council, is a co-author of the article, “Pediatric Emergency Care Coordination in EMS Agencies: Findings of a Multistate Learning Cooperative.” The article was published today in the peer-reviewed…
- ASMI’s client IAEM featured in a new article (8/18/2022) - August 18 - ASMI client the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) is featured in an article released today about "Heroes & Humanitarians: A Salute to Stewards of Public Service", including content from an interview with IAEM CEO and ASMI President Beth Armstrong. Back to Press Room
- NASEMSO Celebrates 40th Anniversary and Releases Commemorative Booklet (6/22/2022) - The National Association of State EMS Officials (NASEMSO), the lead national organization for emergency medical services, is celebrating its 40th-year anniversary during its Annual Meeting, June 19-23, in Charleston, South Carolina. In celebration of this momentous event, NASEMSO has released a commemorative booklet highlighting the organization’s leadership and history. In…
- Help Wanted: Member Relations Coordinator (6/22/2022) - This position is for an association management professional with experience in member services, project coordination, customer service, and support of staff teams. Responsible for coordinating successful execution of client objectives, including scheduling meetings, generating reports, staffing committees, and/or interfacing with client committees and board about activities. This new position at…
- Rachael Alter published in the Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open (3/2/2022) - ASMI's Rachael Alter was published in the Journal of the American College of Emergency Physicians Open on Feb. 28, 2022, for her work in the article, "State emergency medical services guidance and protocol changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic: A national investigation." This study characterizes state and territory EMS office…
- ASMI honored at AMCI’s Annual Meeting for achieving reaccreditation (3/2/2022) - ASMI was honored at AMC Institute’s Annual Meeting in Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Feb. 18, 2022, for achieving reaccreditation. Among 500-plus Association Management Companies (AMC) worldwide, only 81 have achieved AMC Institute Accreditation, demonstrating the commitment and the ability to deliver the highest level of professional management services to association…
- ASMI Tools Help Other Association Management Companies (AMCs) Succeed (12/16/2021) - ASMI recently contributed valuable tools to the Association Management Company Institute (AMCI) to assist in building an AMC resource library. ASMI Checklist: Annual Management Team Actions to Maintain Accreditation ASMI Checklist: Annual Management Disclosures & Recommendations These two checklists are important guides for those seeking to model their business after…
- Help Wanted: Events & Project Coordinator (10/30/2021) - ASMI seeks an association or events professional with experience organizing meetings and managing projects. Responsible for coordinating teams to produce project deliverables, program planning, exhibit and sponsorship sales and management, onsite staffing and follow-up. Salary range is $42,000-55,000. Join ASMI to deliver non-profit expertise and services to socially responsible organizations…
- ASMI Client, American Trauma Society, Receives “Partner of the Year” Award from the Safe States Alliance (9/7/2021) - Congratulations to the American Trauma Society and its staff for receiving the “Partner of the Year Award” from the Safe States Alliance. This award acknowledges the contributions of an organization or sponsor for furthering the mission of the Safe States Alliance. Read the press release. Back to Press Room…
- ASMI Policies Promote Safe Workplace During Ongoing Pandemic (9/7/2021) - With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing, ASMI updated its Pandemic Health & Safety Policies. The policies provides resources for remote staff to fulfill their assigned duties and procedures to be followed when staff returns to the office. The policies were shared with all clients. Read the policies. Back to Press…
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