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Our Vision: Association Management will be widely recognized as an esteemed profession that improves the lives of North Carolina citizens.

 

Our Mission: To advance the field of Association Management by providing networking and professional development, while increasing the recognition of the Association community.

 

 

 

 

 

What Our Members Say!

 

“As an Association executive, AENC affords me the tools and resources to become an effective leader. From meeting planning to strategic planning to networking, I would highly recommend that an AENC membership be an association’s first investment… one which has great dividends.”

Tim Rogers, Executive Vice President, Association for Home & Hospice Care of N.C., Inc., AENC member since 2001

 

“AENC is THE resource in North Carolina for promoting the value and effectiveness of associations. Through its programming and initiatives, AENC validates our profession better than any other state-based organization.”

Mike Borden, CAE, Executive Director, NC Physician Assistants Association, AENC member since 1997

 

“For years I took advantage of my boss’s membership and attended the annual trade show which I found very beneficial. After recently being able to join myself, I have truly found the networking a great chance to learn from my peers. The staff of AENC are very professional and a great resource. I enjoy meeting new people and expanding my experience in the industry.” 

Deborah W. Alford, CMP, Director of Conferences & Professional Development, N.C. Home Builders Association, AENC member since 2001

 

“AENC offers a great opportunity to get to know hotel and convention professionals and other suppliers. I am quicker to do business with someone I know and trust.”

Butch Gunnells, President, N.C. Beverage Association, AENC member since 1982

 

“Membership in AENC is an excellent opportunity to showcase Fayetteville as a meetings destination. It allows our staff to participate in educational opportunities for professional growth and maximize communications through networking.”

Myron L. Jones, Sales Manager, Fayetteville Area CVB, AENC member since 2002

 

"The contacts I have made and the programs I have attended have provided some of my most enjoyable and informative experiences."

F. Carlyle Teague, President, NC Specialty Foods Association, AENC member since 1982

 

“AENC provides an incomparable forum for networking with association professionals from across North Carolina. Membership in AENC is a tremendous asset for me personally, and professionally!”

Ron L. Stephens, CHME, Twin City Quarter, AENC member since 1981

 

"It's simply the best for information, networking, education, friendships-everything you need for association work in North Carolina."

Dave Simpson, CAE, Director, Building Division N.C., Carolinas AGC, Inc., AENC member since 1990

 

"AENC provides an opportunity for me to share ideas and take new ones back to my organization."

Joe Logan, CAE, Vice President, American Home Furnishings Alliance, AENC member since 1990