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Trade / professional associations and chambers of commerce

There are 42,756trade / professional associations in the United States. Combined, these trade / professional associationsemploy 125,132 people, earn more than $37 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $61 billion.
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Job trends for Trade / professional associations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
6,548
1-10
6,897
11-25
1,237
26-100
650
101 to 1,000
162
1,000+
7
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Sizes of trade / professional associations

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
12,855
$250k to $1M
6,112
$1M to $5M
2,950
$5M to $25M
783
$25M to $100M
177
$100M+
46
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Directory of trade / professional associations

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1-20 of 42,756

American College of Surgeons (ACS)

The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the surgical patient and to safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.
Revenue
$129.5m
Assets
$678.4m
Employees
475
EIN
36-2192800
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) enhances electrical manufacturing in the U.S., representing 240 manufacturers and promoting industry standards, advocacy, and technological developments.
Revenue
$24.4m
Assets
$24.0m
Employees
88
EIN
13-1085700
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology

Apic's mission is to create a safer world through prevention of Infection. Apic's purpose is to influence, support, and improve the quality of health care through the practice and management of Infection Control and epidemiology.
Revenue
$17.2m
Assets
$19.1m
Employees
92
EIN
23-7256856
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Sign Association (ISA)

The International Sign Association's mission is to create thriving sign and visual communications industry communities through unique membership values that inspires growth and innovation for its members and partners.
Revenue
$7.5m
Assets
$19.8m
Employees
27
EIN
54-1888632
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Food Marketplace (FMI)

For food retailers, wholesalers and suppliers of all types and sizes, FMI leads the way in providing comprehensive programs, resources, guidance, advocacy and services for the food, pharmacy and grocery retail industry.
Revenue
$38.1m
Assets
$82.3m
Employees
98
EIN
36-2900465
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Printing United Alliance (SGIA)

SGIA is the only international association for specialty imaging. Their mission is to provide imaging professionals with the tools and information needed to make the best possible business decisions.
Revenue
$20.8m
Assets
$31.3m
Employees
45
EIN
36-2147323
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA)

AAFA's mission is to promote best practices and innovation. AAFA's comprehensive work ensures the continued success and growth of the apparel and footwear industry, its suppliers, and its customers.
Revenue
$7.4m
Assets
$15.3m
Employees
19
EIN
53-0258503
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

The mission of The Institute of Internal Auditors is to provide dynamic leadership for the global profession of internal auditing.
Revenue
$64.2m
Assets
$99.5m
Employees
263
EIN
13-5532538
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Association of Manufacturers (NAM)

The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) is the largest manufacturing association in the United States, representing small and large manufacturers in every industrial sector and in all 50 states.
Revenue
$62.0m
Assets
$69.6m
Employees
204
EIN
13-1084330
IRS type
501(c)(6)

340B Health

A nation where hospitals and health systems can continue to fulfill their mission to provide care for patients regardless of their ability to pay. Be the leading advocate and resource for 340B hospitals and their clinicians.
Revenue
$14.3m
Assets
$36.0m
Employees
32
EIN
20-5913680
IRS type
501(c)(6)

International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA)

IFDA's mission is to provide industry support on two basic fronts-government relations and industry relations.
Revenue
$8.8m
Assets
$23.3m
Employees
26
EIN
06-1638811
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Community Associations Institute (CAI)

CAI's mission is to inspire professionalism, effective leadership and responsible citizenship, ideals reflected in communities that are preferred places to call home.
Revenue
$16.7m
Assets
$17.3m
Employees
69
EIN
23-7392984
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Coatings Association (ACA)

The American Coatings Association (ACA) is a nonprofit trade association representing both companies and professionals in the paint and coatings industry.
Revenue
$7.6m
Assets
$40.1m
Employees
90
EIN
53-0115900
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Bsa the Software Alliance (BSA)

The Business Software Alliance is the foremost organization dedicated to promoting a safe and legal digital world.
Revenue
$25.9m
Assets
$24.2m
Employees
65
EIN
06-1242574
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Advertising Federation (AAF)

The American Advertising Federation (AAF), the nation's oldest national advertising trade association, and the only association representing all facets of the advertising industry.
Revenue
$7.3m
Assets
$6.3m
Employees
15
EIN
13-2581875
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Vertical Aviation International (HAI)

Helicopter Association International's mission is to provide its members with services that directly benefit their operations.
Revenue
$18.7m
Assets
$65.1m
Employees
42
EIN
53-0261213
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Society of Interior Designers (ASID)

ASID inspires and enriches our members by promoting the value of interior design, while providing indispensable knowledge and experiences that build relationships.
Revenue
$7.7m
Assets
$5.4m
Employees
37
EIN
13-2798416
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Compressed Gas Association

CGA promotes safe handling of industrial and medical gases through technical development, industry meetings, and educational materials.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$13.2m
Employees
19
EIN
13-0594100
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Global Business Alliance (OFII)

OFII works to ensure the United States remains the top location for global investment. As such, OFII advocates for fair, non-discriminatory treatment of foreign-based companies and promotes policies that will encourage them to establish U.S. operations.
Revenue
$7.4m
Assets
$8.0m
Employees
28
EIN
13-3218529
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA)

The National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA) represents independent insurance agents in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
0
EIN
53-0114690
IRS type
501(c)(6)
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