EIMA

What EIMA does

EIMA (EIFS Industry Members Association) is a North American trade association founded in 1981 and headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, representing manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, applicators, and architects in the Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) industry. EIFS is a multi-component building envelope technology that combines a water-resistive barrier, drainage plane, continuous thermal insulation, glass-fiber reinforcement, base coat, and finishing coat to deliver energy-efficient exterior cladding with design flexibility; EIMA member systems range from EIFS with Drainage to prefabricated panelized systems and Passive House-rated configurations.

EIMA operates a membership-based business model funded by tiered manufacturer and associate member dues, supplemented by training and certification fees (e.g., the AWCI-co-developed "EIFS—Doing It Right®" course at $450 for new applicants and $350 for recertifications) and revenue from the EIFS Excellence Awards program. Its go-to-market combines channel-partner recruitment, technical and educational resource distribution, certification programs (including the EIFSmart Contractor designation launched in 2025), an annual meeting, and proactive advocacy at state, local, and now federal levels. The association's strategic priorities include defending EIFS against local code restrictions, promoting energy and carbon outcomes tied to EIFS use, and maintaining the credentialing infrastructure that binds the North American EIFS value chain together.

Name

EIMA

Legal name

EIFS Industry Members Association

Website

https://eima.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

EIMA is a 1981-founded North American trade association representing EIFS (Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems) manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, applicators, and architects, funded by membership dues, training fees, and certification programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Industry Trade Association

NAICS

Technical and Trade Schools (6115), Educational Services (611), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management (8700)

akta.pro primary industry

Occupational Health & Safety (EHS) Programs & Training (OSHA-style) (EDAEAKAI)

Keywords

• Trade association services
• EIFS industry advocacy
• Contractor certification programs
• Building enclosure standards
• Construction industry education

Headquarters

HQ city

Falls Church

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: EIMA generates revenue through membership dues from manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, applicators, and architects in the EIFS industry. The association offers different membership categories including Manufacturer Members and Associate Members, with participation in awards competitions exclusive to members.
2. Training and Certification Fees: Revenue from EIFS education programs including the EIFS—Doing It Right® certification course offered in partnership with AWCI. EIMA member pricing: $450 for new applicants, $350 for recertifying applicants.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

EIMA is the North American trade association for the Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) industry, providing membership services, technical standards, advocacy, education, and certification programs to manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, applicators, and architects. It operates training (EIFS—Doing It Right®), contractor certification (EIFSmart Contractor), and an annual EIFS Excellence Awards program, while supporting the industry through federal, state, and local advocacy and a library of technical bulletins and resources.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• EIFSmart Contractor: A prestigious certification program that identifies quality EIFS contractors who meet rigorous training and certification requirements, including AWCI-certified employees (CEM or CEP) at management and foreman levels, and at least 40% of field employees AWCI certified.

Products and services

• EIMA Membership (Manufacturer and Associate tiers) Membership in the EIFS Industry Members Association providing manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, applicators, and architects with technical resources, certification program access, advocacy representation, EIFS Briefs newsletter, and entry into the EIFS Excellence Awards program. Membership tiers include Manufacturer Members and Associate Members.
• EIFS—Doing It Right® Certification Course Self-paced online training and certification course delivered in partnership with AWCI that teaches EIFS best practices and industry-accepted standards to applicators and industry professionals. New applicant course priced at $450 for EIMA members; recertification course priced at $350 for EIMA members.
• EIFSmart Contractor Certification Program Certification designation for EIFS contractors that demonstrates excellence in installation and a commitment to a highly trained workforce. Requires AWCI-certified employees (CEM or CEP) at management and foreman levels and at least 40% AWCI-certified field employees. Certified contractors gain eligibility to bid on projects specifying EIFSmart Contractors and access to reduced general liability insurance rates.
• EIFS Industry Advocacy (Federal, State, and Local) Advocacy services representing the EIFS industry before federal, state, and local policymakers, including code development support, anti-ban coalition building, and policy engagement. Includes the inaugural EIFS Industry Hill Day hosted in Washington, DC in March 2026.
• Technical Resources and EIFS Standards Library of model building codes, EIFS standards, technical bulletins, publications, and PCR/LCA/EPD documentation provided to members and the broader EIFS value chain.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 50% energy savings in commercial buildings using EIFS vs traditional systems
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and major.

• Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry (AWCI)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEIMA collaborates with AWCI on the EIFS—Doing It Right® certification program, a foundation of EIFS education focusing on best practices and industry-accepted standards. AWCI offers special member pricing on the course to EIMA members.
• Operative Plasterers' and Cement Masons' International Association (OPCMIA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerOPCMIA offers specialized training programs for EIFS applicators through its extensive network, ensuring applicators stay current with latest techniques, safety protocols, and technological advancements in the EIFS industry.
• Sto Corp.flagshipOthersSto Corp. is a manufacturer member contributing to EIFS industry development. EIMA President Jose Berlingeri serves as President and CEO of Sto Corp. Sto manufactures EIFS products and has won multiple EIFS Excellence Awards.
• Dryvit/Tremco CPGflagshipOthersDryvit is a manufacturer member producing EIFS systems. Dryvit employees including Barbara Catlow have been honored at EIMA Annual Meeting retirees ceremony.
• Sika FacadesflagshipOthersSika Facades is a manufacturer member producing EIFS and stucco products. Sika has been instrumental in EIFS advocacy efforts in Minneapolis and other locations.
• Master Wall, Inc.flagshipOthersMaster Wall is a manufacturer member. Retirees from Master Wall including Mike Irving, Dennis Deppner, and Dave Neff were honored at the 2026 EIMA Annual Meeting.
• NYCHA (New York City Housing Authority)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerNYCHA partnered with EIFS industry for The Atrium at Sumner project - a 190-unit affordable senior housing development designed to Passive House standards using EIFS.
• U.S. Department of EnergymajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerDOE research on Knickerbocker Commons showed EIFS use between 60-80% less energy than typical buildings. DOE mandated commercial code updates to ASHRAE 90.1 which EIFS was first cladding system to meet.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@eifaindustrymembersassoc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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