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Tennessee trade / professional associations

There are 796 trade / professional associations and chambers of commerce in Tennessee. Combined, these Tennessean trade / professional associations employ 2,321 people, earn more than $463 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $687 million.
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Trade / professional associations by major Tennessee cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Nashville
 
330
 
$332,241,446
Knoxville
 
141
 
$29,408,840
Memphis
 
112
 
$58,541,366
Chattanooga
 
53
 
$10,800,417
Kingsport
 
21
 
$2,020,957
Jackson, TN
 
19
 
$4,365,757
Johnson City
 
18
 
$1,124,548
Clarksville
 
11
 
$708,241
Cleveland, TN
 
8
 
$1,735,484
Morristown
 
6
 
$1,438,432
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Job trends for Tennessee trade / professional associations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
107
1-10
 
144
11-25
 
20
26-100
 
10
101 to 1,000
 
2
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of trade / professional associations in Tennessee

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
228
$250k to $1M
 
126
$1M to $5M
 
49
$5M to $25M
 
11
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
1
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Directory of trade / professional associations in Tennessee

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1-20 of 796

The Construction Specifications Institute Incorporated (CSI)

Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) is a national association dedicated to improving the documentation, management and communication of building information as used by the construction community.
Revenue
$6.0m
Assets
$9.9m
Employees
18
EIN
53-0242938
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Federation of Independent Business

National Federation of Independent Business champions the interests of small businesses through advocacy, policy formulation, and representation at federal and state levels.
Revenue
$115.8m
Assets
$100.1m
Employees
871
EIN
94-0707299
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce

Nashville Chamber promotes economic prosperity, advocates for education issues and represents over 2k member companies with access to skilled labor force.
Revenue
$13.6m
Assets
$18.0m
Employees
64
EIN
62-0304530
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Cotton Council of America (NCC)

To ensure the ability of all U.S. cotton industry segments to compete effectively and profitably in the raw cotton, oilseed and U.S.-manufactured product markets at home and abroad.
Revenue
$21.9m
Assets
$25.4m
Employees
70
EIN
62-0306045
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Tennessee Bankers Association

The mission of the Tennessee Bankers Association is to represent and support its members, enabling them to provide a full range of quality financial products and services while maintaining safety and soundness.
Revenue
$6.9m
Assets
$23.5m
Employees
18
EIN
62-0379580
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Tennessee Hospital Association

The mission of the organization is to lead our members in advocacy for and support of community-based hospitals and health systems and to assist them in delivering accessible, cost-effective, quality health services.
Revenue
$21.5m
Assets
$76.6m
Employees
80
EIN
62-0534232
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA)

Founded in 1908, the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) has served as an association dedicated to enhancing the effectiveness of the country's 55 state boards of accountancy for more than 100 years.
Revenue
$46.0m
Assets
$114.8m
Employees
159
EIN
13-3448166
IRS type
501(c)(6)

The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources

The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources advances HR professionals in higher education through resources, leadership, research, and community support.
Revenue
$9.6m
Assets
$26.5m
Employees
32
EIN
59-0976133
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Associated Builders and Contractors - Greater Tennessee Chapter Associated Builders and Contractors

ABC's mission is the advancement of the merit shop construction philosophy, which encourages open competition and a free-enterprise approach that awards contracts based solely on merit, regardless of labor affiliation.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$11.8m
Employees
9
EIN
62-0850294
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Independent Electrical Contractors (IECI)

Founded in 1957, the Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) is a national trade association for merit shop electrical and systems contractors.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$3.3m
Employees
0
EIN
74-1602512
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce

Rutherford County Chamber of Commerce promotes community and business development, offering member services and the Destination Rutherford program.
Revenue
$4.2m
Assets
$12.1m
Employees
20
EIN
62-0302540
IRS type
501(c)(6)

American Cotton Shippers Association (ACSA)

The American Cotton Shippers Association and its Federated Associations are firmly committed to the policy of arbitration of commercial disputes, particularly those involving the quality of cotton shipped upon contracts.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$6.7m
Employees
6
EIN
62-0113620
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Tennessee Chamber of Commerce promotes business climate, helps with legislation, taxation, health care, and more. Located in Nashville, TN.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
11
EIN
62-1236022
IRS type
501(c)(6)

National Hardwood Lumber Association

NHLA provides member services and maintains hardwood marketplace ethics. Offers specialized services and training for the North American hardwood lumber industry.
Revenue
$4.7m
Assets
$3.3m
Employees
30
EIN
36-1523350
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Jackson Chamber

To develop and maintain an economic climate that creates and retains jobs and enhances the quality of life for all citizens of Jackson-Madison County and West Tennessee.
Revenue
$2.5m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
12
EIN
62-0154490
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Tennessee Health Care Association

To maintain high standards for nursing homes in the state of Tennessee and to seek the solutions to problems common to members of the Association.
Revenue
$4.4m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
11
EIN
62-0789965
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Tennessee Medical Association

Tennessee Medical Association advocates for physicians and offers education programs to help doctors maintain their skills.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$7.9m
Employees
23
EIN
62-0382010
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Music Business Association

The trade association for the business of music, providing the central platform for the discussion of industry-wide concerns, spearheading the implementation of initiatives to promote music commerce, and advocating for common interests.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$2.5m
Employees
10
EIN
53-0260356
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Air Carriers Purchasing Conference (ACPC)

The ACPC brings together buyers and sellers of aviation related goods and services. The ACPC offers members a fair and level environment to network in various business and social agendas.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$3.6m
Employees
1
EIN
27-3101375
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Greater Memphis Chamber

With the support and investment of their members, Greater Memphis Chamber works hard every day to grow the Memphis economy, market the region to selected parts of the world, and provide the connections and resources their members need to be successful.
Revenue
$10.8m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
67
EIN
62-0291250
IRS type
501(c)(6)
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