Connerly & Associates provides comprehensive association management services supported by a full-time team of experienced professionals. We work closely with boards and leadership to ensure stable operations, clear communication, and long-term organizational success.
Our services are tailored to each organization we support and may include the following:
Board & Leadership Support
• Serve as liaison to the Board of Directors
• Execute Board decisions and provide ongoing support and guidance
• Coordinate Board and committee meetings
• Prepare materials and assist with planning and follow-up
Administration & Operations
• Provide full administrative and office support
• Maintain records, correspondence, and statistical materials
• Manage secure storage and regular backup of electronic files
• Set up and maintain membership databases using leading association management systems
• Maintain sponsor and industry partner databases
Membership & Sponsorship Development
• Coordinate and support association programs and services
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue, reduce expenses, and enhance member benefits
• Develop and implement membership recruitment and retention campaigns
• Maintain relationships with industry partners and sponsors
• Work with leadership to cultivate new sponsorship opportunities
• Maintain marketing materials and respond to inquiries
Meetings & Events
• Assist with vendor selection and contract negotiation
• Manage logistics for meetings, conferences, and educational events
• Oversee registration, check-in, and financial tracking for events
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date event calendars
• Support delivery of online educational programs and webinars
Communications
• Maintain and update websites
• Manage membership database communications
• Support email campaigns and digital communications
• Assist with social media accounts
• Develop and update marketing and informational materials
Public Relations
• Serve as spokesperson for the association when appropriate
• Coordinate messaging in collaboration with Board leadership
• Support external communications and industry visibility
Financial Management
• Maintain accurate financial records and reporting
• Reconcile meeting and event financials
• Assist with preparation of tax documents and coordinate with tax professionals
• Develop annual budgets in collaboration with leadership
• Provide monthly budget-to-actual reporting
• Monitor and manage financial processes throughout the year
Records & Storage
• Secure storage of legal and historical association records
• Maintenance of organizational archives and documentation
A Flexible, Long-Term Partnership
Our role is to provide steady operational support while helping associations plan for the future. Services are customized based on each organization’s needs, size, and goals.
We are happy to provide references and discuss how our team can support your organization.