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February 10, 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Debbie Hart at 609-890-9207.

Heather Evans Earns Certified Association Executive Credential

TRENTON, NJ -- February 10, 2010 – Association Associates, Inc. has announced that Heather Evans, of Ringoes, NJ, Managing Director, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE™) credential. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the association industry. Less than five percent of all association professionals have earned the CAE.

To be designated as a Certified Association Executive, an applicant must have a minimum of three years experience in nonprofit organization management, complete a minimum of 75 hours of specialized professional development, pass a stringent examination in association management, and pledge to uphold a code of ethics. To maintain the certification, individuals must undertake ongoing professional development and activities in association and nonprofit management. More then 3,600 association professionals currently hold the CAE credential. 2010 marks the 50th anniversary of the CAE program.

"Heather is so deserving of this designation. She is a consummate professional and works so hard on behalf of her members and our clients. And she worked diligently and strategically to make sure that she passed this test. I am not at all surprised at Heather’s first round success. Heather’s achievement brings value to AAI and our clients and helps to ensure that our services are meeting the highest professional standards", said AAI President Debbie Hart.

Association Associates, Inc. is an ASAE and AMCI-accredited association management company providing association services to its clients that include trade and professional organizations. Founded in 1992, AAI has 26 employees and 11 clients.

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) is a membership organization of more then 22,000 association executives and industry partners representing more then 11,000 organizations. Its members manage leading trade associations, individual membership societies and voluntary organizations across the United States and in 50 countries around the world. The Center for Association Leadership is the premier provider of learning, knowledge and future-oriented research for the association profession. Together, ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership provides resources, education, ideas and advocacy to enhance the power and performance of the association community. For more information about ASAE & The Center, please visit www.asaecenter.org.

August 26, 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Debbie Hart at 609-890-9207.

Association Associates, Inc. Launches New Web Site

Trenton, NJ---Association Associates, Inc. (AAI), an award-winning association management company, is pleased to announce that a new company web site has been officially launched. The new site takes advantage of cutting edge technology which was not available when the former site was established. This allows clients, client members and potential clients to view a more user-friendly, pleasing-to-they-eye version of what AAI has to offer.

“A lot of planning and hard work went into the creation of this web site. The goal was to present the best of AAI’s services and benefits in a way that would allow anyone to navigate the site easily and learn more about the services we can provide. I feel it has surpassed our expectations,” said AAI President Debbie Hart.

Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) is a leading association management company providing management services to volunteer organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a dual charter accredited member of the Association Management Company Institute (AMCi) and the American Association of Association Executives (ASAE.)

June 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Dory Stettner at 609-890-9207.

AAI’S PRESIDENT RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS
“BEST 50 WOMEN IN BUSINESS” AWARD

Trenton, NJ---Association Associates, Inc. (AAI), an award-winning association management company, is pleased to announce that Debbie Hart, president of AAI, is among a select group of honorees who were recognized by NJBiz as one of New Jersey’s “2009 Best 50 Women in Business.”

On March 30, 2009 Ms. Hart was honored at a reception and presented with this prestigious award honoring the outstanding accomplishments of business women in New Jersey. This award spotlights women who have significant decision-making power in their respective organizations and who demonstrate not only professional accomplishments, but also community involvement, and advocacy for women.

“I’m thrilled to be honored with this impressive class of women. It is important to recognize women and their achievements, and here’s hoping that these 50 women and others just like them will mentor the up-and-coming young female professionals of the future,” stated Ms. Hart. “My hope is that young girls will be raised with a sense of confidence and entitlement and not grow up apologizing for themselves. As a result, I would hope that women will continue to advance in all circles and there will be much-needed role models for female professionals.”

Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) is a leading association management company providing management services to volunteer organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a dual charter accredited member of the Association Management Company Institute (AMCi) and the American Association of Association Executives (ASAE.) AAI now serves 14 association clients.

May 2009 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Dory Stettner at 609-890-9207.

MERCER COUNTY COMMISSION HONORS AAI’S PRESIDENT WITH AWARD

Trenton, NJ---Association Associates, Inc. (AAI), an award-winning association management company, is pleased to announce that Debbie Hart, president of AAI, is the recipient of the Mercer County Commission on the Status of Women’s annual Woman of Achievement Award for 2008.

This award recognizes women in Mercer County who volunteer their time, resources and expertise for the betterment of their community. While Ms. Hart has volunteered in several capacities, it is her work on behalf of Anchor House, a haven for abused, troubled and runaway children and teens, which garnered this attention.

“I am humbled by this recognition, but being involved in Anchor House is so rewarding that it doesn’t feel like a major sacrifice. I’m honored to be singled out in this way,” commented Hart.

Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) is a leading association management company providing management services to volunteer organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a dual charter accredited member of the Association Management Company Institute (AMCi) and the American Association of Association Executives (ASAE.) AAI now serves 14 association clients.

March 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Debbie Hart at 609-890-9207.

AAI RECEIVES APEX EXCELLENCE AWARD AGAIN

TRENTON, NJ---Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) has received the APEX Award of Excellence for Web and Electronic Publications. The award recognizes AAI’s web-enabled PowerPoint presentation on its web site, www.hq4u.com. It specifically honors the audio commentary, which accompanies the graphic presentation.

APEX is the Annual Awards for Publication Excellence Competition and is open to communicators in corporate, nonprofit and independent settings. The Apex Awards have been presented annually to outstanding organizations since its inception 20 years ago.

“I am especially proud of this achievement because not only does it recognize the work done by our team of professionals, it also allowed us to integrate the latest of technology and to showcase our expertise in this area,” stated Debbie Hart, president of Association Associates.

Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) is a leading association management company providing management services to voluntary organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a member of the International Association of Association Management Companies and is a charter accredited association Management Company by the American Society of Association Executives. Continually growing, AAI now serves 14 association clients.

October 16, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, contact Debbie Hart at 609-890-9207.

AAI’S DIRECTOR OF CLIENT ACCOUNTING SERVICES RECEIVES NONPROFIT MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATION

Trenton, NJ---Association Associates, Inc. (AAI), an award-winning association management company, is pleased to announce that Linda Quarino, Director of Client Accounting Services, has received her certificate in Nonprofit Management.

On October 16, 2007, Linda Quarino received a certificate of completion for 105 hours of course work at Mercer County Community College, earning her certification in Nonprofit Management Accounting. To receive this distinction, Ms. Quarino satisfied the requirements of the program, learning contemporary trends in nonprofit management, and practical techniques for AAI’s nonprofit clients.

“I am proud of Linda’s accomplishment and the additional skills she can now bring to AAI and our clients,” stated Debbie Hart, President of Association Associates.

Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) is a leading association management company providing management services to voluntary organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a member of the International Association of Association Management Companies and is a charter accredited association Management Company by the American Society of Association Executives. Continually growing, AAI now serves 14 association clients.

April 2, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Joanne Gerow at 609-585-6871.

ICREW/NJ AWARDED 2008 WYNONA M. LIPMAN VISIONARY AWARD

Princeton, NJ---In celebration of Women’s History Month, the Department of Community Affairs announced the recipients of the 2008 Connie Woodruff and Wynona M. Lipman Awards on March 25 at a celebration held at Drumthwacket. The annual ceremony, sponsored by DCA’s Division on Women and the New Jersey Advisory Commission on the Status of Women, honors outstanding individuals and community-based organizations that advocate for and support women.

Janice Kovach, Director of the Division of Women, and Joseph Doria, Commissioner of the Department of Community Affairs, presided over the awards ceremony.

“Women’s History Month acknowledges the accomplishments of incredible women throughout history that have enriched all of our lives,” DCA Commissioner Joseph Doria said. “The Wynona Lipman Award honors today’s history makers - women that work to make life better for all New Jerseyans.”

On behalf of ICREW/NJ, President Jennifer Palestri, Normandy Real Estate Partners, accepted the 2008 Wynona M. Lipman Visionary Award. The award is named for the late Senator Wynona M. Lipman, the first African American woman elected to the New Jersey State Senate, and champion of women’s rights, minorities and children. Joining Ms. Palestri were board members, Annette Murray, Wilkin & Guttenplan P.C. and Silvana Finizio, Carousel Industries. Past ICREW/NJ Presidents, Ann Waeger, Farer Fersko, and Heather Suarez, Esq., Walder Hayden & Brogan P.A. also attended the celebration.

“On behalf of all ICREW/NJ members, we are pleased to have been chosen for this prestigious award,” noted Palestri. “ICREW/NJ is comprised of women involved in all aspects of commercial and industrial real estate. Our focus is to enrich the professional and personal lives of our members who come from all corners of the real estate industry – an industry that comprises almost 12 percent of the US GDP. Our members work collaboratively to build careers, make a difference in the industry and give back to our communities.”

Founded in 1982, ICREW/NJ is a not-for-profit organization that promotes communication and interaction between experienced commercial real estate professionals in New Jersey.

ICREW/NJ is the New Jersey organization for women involved in all aspects of commercial and industrial real estate. Members represent fields as diversified as accountants, architects, appraisers, asset/property managers, attorneys consultants, developers, lenders, leasing and sales brokers, mortgage bankers/brokers, marketing specialists, market and investment analysts, corporate real estate representatives and title/escrow officers.

ICREW/NJ is managed by Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, AAI is a leading association management company providing management services to voluntary organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a member of the International Association of Association Management Companies and is a charter accredited association Management Company by the American Society of Association Executives. Continually growing, AAI now serves 14 association clients.

March 25, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Mary-Kate Collins at 609-249-7982.

EWNJ HONORED BY THE NJ DCA’S DIVISION ON WOMEN AND THE NJ ADVISORY COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN

Trenton, NJ---Mary S. Hartman, Executive Director of the Women's Leadership Institute at Rutgers and former Dean of Douglas College and current President-Elect of Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) accepted the Wynona M. Lipman Empowerment Award on behalf of EWNJ. The award honors outstanding individuals and community-based organizations that advocate for and in support of women. EWNJ was recognized for its ability to provide a forum for senior level women to share business experiences and support as well as awarding over $875,000 in scholarships for graduate level female students throughout NJ and working to get more women on corporate boards of directors. EWNJ is the oldest organization of its kind in NJ and is composed of executive women of influence. It leads, focuses and develops initiatives to help the New Jersey economy benefit from its female leadership.

The mission of Executive Women of New Jersey (EWNJ) is to promote the advancement of women to the highest levels of business, the professions, and government. Founded in 1980, EWNJ is a charitable trust that honors the achievements of New Jersey’s prominent women leaders, sponsors programs on issues of interest to senior professional women, conducts career development programs for rising women leaders, and funds scholarships to ensure new generations of women leaders for New Jersey’s future.

EWNJ is managed by Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, AAI is a leading association management company providing management services to voluntary organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a member of the International Association of Association Management Companies and is a charter accredited association Management Company by the American Society of Association Executives. Continually growing, AAI now serves 14 association clients.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Heather Evans at 877-625-4769.

HUMAN RESOURCES ASSOCIATION OF NEW YORK CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSARY

The Human Resources Association of New York (HR/NY) is the Premier Membership Organization representing Professional Human Resources practitioners, educators and service providers, at all levels in their organizations, who work or live in New York City.

In 1948, at the same time that SHRM (formerly named the American Society for Personnel Administration or ASPA) was being formed, a parallel professional development and networking association was developed by a small cadre of personnel and labor relations leaders in New York. Within five years of both organizations’ existence, the New York association became the first chapter to be chartered as an affiliate of SHRM, with a dozen professionals who met every month or two to educate each other. Today, HR/NY offers as many as five programs and/or meetings a month to its membership, which has grown to number in the thousands.

Over the years, HR/NY (and its predecessor the Metropolitan New York Chapter of SHRM/ASPA) has focused on professional development to improve its ability to better lead and serve employers. HR/NY introduced monthly presentations designed to increase knowledge for all HR professionals; newsletters containing contemporary personnel topics and summaries of programs; specialized in-depth workshops and seminars; and more than 15 special interest groups and committees.

From its inception, volunteer leadership has been the major underpinning of HR/NY’s success. It has grown from a small “collegial” sharing of concerns around a conference room table, to a major educational organization supporting HR professionals from every industry and business sector in and around Metropolitan New York. This has been accomplished through the selfless leadership of professionals who have volunteered time and talent to lead this organization towards their goal of “positioning HR professionals as an integral part of the strategic management process to enhance their organization’s performance.”

HRNY is managed by Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, AAI is a leading association management company providing management services to voluntary organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a member of the International Association of Association Management Companies and is a charter accredited association Management Company by the American Society of Association Executives. Continually growing, AAI now serves 14 association clients.

June 30, 2008 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For additional information, please contact Debbie Hart at 609-585-6871.

AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS/NEW JERSEY RECEIVES OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AWARD

Trenton, NJ---The American Academy of Pediatrics/New Jersey Chapter (AAP/NJ) is pleased to announce that it has received the highly coveted Outstanding Chapter Award from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Organization.

The award is presented to chapters who exemplify the AAP’s mission to support children through several activities and initiatives.

Janice Prontnicki, M.D., FAAP, the Immediate Past President of AAP/New jersey, satisfied a rigorous application process to qualify for consideration of this prestigious honor. The Staff at Association Associates, along with AAP/NJ volunteers, were pleased to be able to assist Dr. Prontnicki in this successful endeavor.

AAP/NJ is managed by Association Associates, Inc. (AAI) Established in 1992 and located in Trenton, New Jersey, AAI is a leading association management company providing management services to voluntary organizations, including trade show, conference and special events planning; administrative services, membership services, financial management, media relations, lobbying, and communication services for trade and professional groups. AAI is a member of the International Association of Association Management Companies and is a charter accredited association Management Company by the American Society of Association Executives. Continually growing, AAI now serves 14 association clients.

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