Run your association like it has a full staff.
Because with NAV & Associates, it does. We are a full-service association management company running membership, events, finance and governance for medical, legal, financial, trade and nonprofit organizations since 1992.
Full-service association management for medical, legal, trade and nonprofit organizations. Since 1992.
Book Your Free AuditNAV empowers associations to grow, lead change, and build community
NAV & Associates employs association executives and staff who carry out your vision, mission and strategic plan. Two offices, Chicago and Washington, DC, serving associations nationwide since 1992.
- Association Management
- Member Engagement
- Event Planning
- Professional Development
- Communication
- Finance & Governance
Doing well by doing good, that’s our motto
NAV & Associates delivers strategic solutions to help nonprofits and trade associations grow membership, streamline operations, and achieve their goals with proven expertise.
Our History
Since 1992, NAV & Associates has empowered dozens of professional and trade associations with tailored management solutions. Founded by Nina Albano Vidmer, we have built a legacy of growth and impact, and our proven expertise transforms associations nationwide.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to helping nonprofits and trade associations achieve their missions through strategic planning, membership growth, and seamless operations. Our team delivers customized solutions that enhance communication and drive real impact.
Our Growth Objective
Our goal is to fuel association success by delivering measurable growth, with results like a 12X membership increase in a single year. We aim to expand our impact by partnering with more organizations, offering innovative strategies to boost engagement and efficiency.
Building lasting relationships is always the priority
For over three decades, NAV & Associates has helped nonprofits and trade associations achieve their missions through strategic planning, membership growth, and operational excellence. We have helped clients grow membership 12X while under our management.
Client-Centric Approach
Tailored strategies, from board meetings to website management, so your goals are met with precision and care.
Expert Team
Specialists who bring deep association management expertise to elevate your organization’s impact.
Proven Results
Outcomes like a 12X membership increase and 15 hours of weekly operational savings for clients nationwide.
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Bring Your Own Executive
Keep your executive director and staff out front. We plug in underneath them as the working team that executes, reports, and delivers, on your brand, not ours.
Your members see your name. We stay behind the curtain as an extension of your staff, fully integrated into your systems, tools, and voice.
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Get My Score → No cost · No obligation · Instant resultsMeet the team behind your association
Every association we manage gets a named executive who owns it, backed by a full team of certified association professionals.
Nina Albano Vidmer
Founder, Senior Advisor
Hamraj Grewal
President & CEO
Anne Hengehold
Vice President, Association Executive
Lisa Barrett
Vice President, Association Executive
Melissa Munoz
Vice President, Association Executive
Lisa Corrao
Vice President, Association ExecutiveSwipe to meet the team
Words by our amazing partners
“NAV & Associates transformed our organization by increasing membership by 12X in just one year. Their strategic planning and dedicated support made all the difference.”
“The team at NAV & Associates streamlined our operations, saving us 15 hours weekly on data management. Their expertise allowed us to focus on what matters most, serving our members.”
Frequently asked questions
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Practical takeaways for association leaders
What Is Association Management? A Complete Guide
What an AMC actually does, what it costs, and how to tell if your association needs one.
Association Management Pricing: What It Really Costs
The common pricing models, what drives the number, and what to budget for.
7 Proven Member Engagement Strategies
Tactics that move renewal and participation rates, not just open rates.
Association Administration: Operations & Compliance
The back office work that keeps an association running, and who should own it.
Let’s look at your association together.
Thirty minutes with a NAV association executive. No pitch and no obligation. You leave with an honest read on where your operations stand and what is worth handing off first.
Prefer to talk now? Call +1 202-953-1838 or email info@navandassoc.com
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Pick a time that works. A 30-minute look at where your association can grow.