International Door Association

Name

International Door Association

Legal name

International Door Association, Inc.

Website

https://doors.org/

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Association Services

NAICS

Business Associations (813910), Professional Organizations (81392)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial & Industrial Doors (Sectional, High-Speed, Fire, Security) (IMADAIAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Exterior Door Replacement (Entry/Patio/French) (HSAPAJAB), Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI), Door Repair & Adjustment (Interior/Exterior, Hinges, Closers) (HSAGAEAA)

Keywords

• Trade association services
• Door industry membership
• Industry advocacy
• Professional certification programs
• Industry trade shows

Headquarters

HQ city

West Milton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: IDA generates revenue through annual membership dues from Dealer, Supplier, Technician, Corresponding, and Parent Entity members. Dues are structured based on company size and sales revenue.
2. Event Sponsorships: IDAExpo+ and regional events generate sponsorship revenue through Platinum ($50,000), Gold ($30,000), Silver ($20,000), and Bronze ($10,000) sponsorship tiers. Golf tournament sponsorships range from $500 to $6,500.
3. Preferred Provider Program Fees: Partners pay fees to be featured as IDA Preferred Providers and Approved Programs, providing discounted services to IDA members.
4. IDA Magazine Advertising: IDA publishes a bimonthly industry magazine (IDA Magazine) that generates advertising revenue from manufacturers and suppliers in the door and access systems industry.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The International Door Association is a 501(c)6 nonprofit trade association representing the door and access systems industry, providing membership-based advocacy, education, networking events (IDAExpo+, EduCon), industry publications (IDA Magazine), professional certifications through IDEA, and member benefit programs (Preferred Providers, scholarships) to door dealers, suppliers, and technicians.

Product overview

The International Door Association (IDA) is a 501(c)6 nonprofit trade association representing the door and access systems industry. IDA's core offerings include IDAExpo+ (annual trade show), IDA Magazine (bimonthly publication), IDEA accreditation programs, member benefits through Preferred Providers, the Dealer Member Locator tool, annual conferences (Fall and Spring EduCon), scholarship foundation, and SuperTech Day recognition. The association provides advocacy, education, and collaboration services to advance the garage door industry with increased professionalism. IDA also enforces a Code of Business Conduct and offers various awards to recognize industry excellence.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• IDA Scholarship Foundation: A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization administered by IDA to provide scholarship programs for members' immediate family members and employees.

Products and services

• IDAExpo+ The annual industry trade show and exposition featuring the latest products, technology, and information in the garage door and access systems industry, along with networking opportunities.
• IDA Magazine The bimonthly industry trade journal providing news, updates, and industry information to members.
• IDEA (Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation) Partnership facilitating the creation and production of educational, accreditation and certification programs including Door Dealer Accreditation, Residential Installer Certification, and Rolling Steel Fire Door Technician Certification.
• IDA Scholarship Foundation A 501(c)3 nonprofit organization administering a scholarship program for IDA members' immediate family members and employees, offering nine $5,000 undergraduate scholarships and five $1,000 vocational scholarships annually.
• IDA Educational Conference & Tradeshow (EduCon) Education sessions held twice a year featuring IDEA-approved CEU courses, networking opportunities, and product/service showcases for door dealers.
• IDA Awards Program Recognition program honoring companies and individuals who have served IDA or the garage door industry extraordinarily, including Distinguished Service Award, Dealer of the Year, and Industry Member Service Award.
• IDA Dealer Member Locator A search tool allowing consumers to find qualified garage door professionals near them who are verified by the International Door Association.
• IDA Preferred Providers and Approved Programs Discounted services and programs including credit card processing (Heartland/Global Payments), insurance (Alliant IDAssurance), legal consultation (Safran Law Offices), talent resources, fleet management (Holman), virtual receptionist services, and debt collection.
• IDA Member Portal Online platform for members to renew memberships, register for events, access materials, update profiles, and manage organizational information.
• IDA Code of Business Conduct Guidelines for IDA members covering customer satisfaction, truth in selling and advertising, safety compliance, regulatory compliance, and ethical business practices.

Quantifiable outcome

• 14 scholarships awarded annually (nine $5,000 undergraduate + five $1,000 vocational)

Named customers3 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Core technology

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core, preferred provider, approved program and regional.

• Institute of Door Dealer Education and Accreditation (IDEA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIDEA is a private, independent organization that provides educational resources, training systems, and professional development programs for companies engaged in the sale, installation and service of door and access systems products. Programs include Door Dealer Accreditation, Residential Installer Certification, Rolling Steel Fire Door Technician Certification and Commercial Sectional Door Systems Technician Certification.
• Global Payments (formerly Heartland)preferred providerGTM or Marketing PartnerIDA's partnership with Global Payments as a Preferred Provider allows members to access fast, secure, and simple payment solutions including POS systems, payment processing equipment, virtual terminal, wireless payment processing, and mobile payment processing.
• The Apple Groupapproved programImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerThe Apple Group provides business consulting and training services for door dealerships encompassing all areas including sales, operations and finance. Services can be contracted for a single project, finite hours, or ongoing commitment. Offers FREE initial consultation to active IDA members.
• Alliant Insurance Servicespreferred providerGTM or Marketing PartnerAlliant Insurance Services provides the IDAssurance Business Insurance Program for IDA members, helping garage door companies with superior loss experience lower their upfront insurance premiums. Offers coverage including general liability, workers' compensation, commercial auto, property/inland marine, umbrella, employment practices liability, and surety bonds.
• Asset Collections, Inc.approved programGTM or Marketing PartnerAsset Collections provides debt collection services at exclusive discounted rates for IDA members: 20% on cases under 6 months old, 25% on accounts 6-12 months old, 33.3% on accounts over a year old/legal cases. Specializes in Corporate Investigations, Commercial Credit, and Retail/Individual Debt Recovery.
• Holman Fleet Leasingapproved programGTM or Marketing PartnerHolman Fleet Leasing provides fleet leasing and management services including Vehicle Sourcing, Vehicle Funding, Maintenance Management, Fuel Program, Telematics, Remarketing, Consolidated Billing, and Account Management. Offers first month of any new lease at no charge to participating IDA members.
• Jill's Officeapproved programGTM or Marketing PartnerJill's Office provides 24/7 virtual receptionist services including inbound call answering, outbound calls, appointment scheduling, and live reporting with a custom built app. IDA members receive 50% off the activation fee.
• Pink Callersapproved programGTM or Marketing PartnerPink Callers provides remote customer service solutions offering CSR's (Customer Service Rockstars), Office Managers and Dispatch professionals. Services include phone services, CRM management, email monitoring, tools & communication (Trello, Slack), and management & oversight. Qualifying IDA members receive a FREE 3 day trial period valued at $1,299.00.
• Safran Law Officespreferred providerGTM or Marketing PartnerSafran Law Offices provides a free 30-minute consultation via phone or email for IDA members who may have legal or governmental questions. The firm serves the local, regional, and national construction industry with experienced litigators having diverse construction backgrounds.
• National Purchasing Partners (NPP)preferred providerGTM or Marketing PartnerNPP provides IDA members savings on products and services from top brands including Airgas, Sherwin-Williams, Office Depot, Staples, Batteries Plus Bulbs, Verizon, ADP, HP, PODS, TrueCar, UniFirst, and more.
• Central State Door Dealer Association (CSDDA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA U.S. Affiliate providing an avenue for members to exchange ideas, obtain educational offerings, and monitor legislative/regulatory actions. Located in Manchester, Missouri.
• Michigan Door and Operator Dealers Association (MIDODA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA U.S. Affiliate serving the garage door industry in Michigan. Located in Waterford, Michigan.
• Western Access Systems Association (WASA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA U.S. Affiliate with mission to promote the integrity and professionalism of the garage door and gate industry through consumer awareness and the use of licensed contractors. Located in Tustin, California.
• Professional Door Association of New England (PDA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA U.S. Affiliate serving the garage door industry in New England. Located in Auburn, NH.
• Canadian Door Institute (CDI)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA Canadian Affiliate serving the garage door industry in Canada. Located in Markham, Ontario, Canada.
• Australian Garage Door Association (AGDA)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA International Affiliate in Australia. Located in Baulkham Hills NSW, Australia.
• Garage Door Group (GDG)/DHF Door & Hardware FederationregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIDA International Affiliate. GDG/DHF Door & Hardware Federation serves the UK industry. Located in Tamworth, Staffordshire, United Kingdom.
• Various Mexican Affiliates (ADAABCS-BCS, AEAOC-AC, AEATV-NAY, APROFIPA-DF, AIAB-QRO, APAA-Centro, APAAC, EAIR-MOR)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMultiple IDA International Affiliates serving Mexico, including associations in San Jose Del Cabo BCS, Guadalajara, Nayarit, Mexico City, Queretaro, Aguascalientes, Chihuahua, and Morelos.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Direct peers

• Door and Hardware Institute (DHI): DHI is the leading trade association for door and hardware professionals in North America, offering certifications (AHC, CDC, DAI) and education programs. It is IDA's most direct competitor for door industry members and accreditation authority, operating in overlapping dealer/installer territory.
• Window & Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA): WDMA represents window and door manufacturers across North America, focusing on standards, certification, and advocacy. It is comparable to IDA as a door-industry trade association but skews toward manufacturers rather than dealers/installers.
• National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA): NKBA is a trade association for kitchen and bath industry professionals, offering certification (CKBD, CKD, CBD), education events, and member benefits. It mirrors IDA's structure as a vertical trade association with accreditation programs and an annual trade show.
• National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA): NRCA is the leading trade association for roofing contractors in the U.S., offering education, certification, advocacy, and member benefits. It is structurally comparable to IDA as a construction-trade vertical association serving contractor and supplier members.
• American Subcontractors Association (ASA): ASA represents subcontractors across the construction industry, providing advocacy, education, and member benefits. It is comparable to IDA in serving installation-focused specialty trade contractors with a tiered membership structure.
• International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO): IAPMO is a membership-based standards and code-development organization for plumbing and mechanical systems. It is comparable to IDA as a vertical trade association focused on codes, certification, and standards enforcement in a niche construction category.

Broad incumbents

• National Association of Home Builders (NAHB): NAHB is the largest U.S. trade association for the residential construction industry, representing builders, remodelers, and suppliers. IDA dealer members are part of the NAHB ecosystem, and NAHB's broader scale and advocacy reach make it a relevant incumbent comparable.
• National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB): NFIB is the leading small and independent business advocacy association in the U.S., offering member benefits, lobbying, and resources. It is comparable to IDA in membership-based SMB support model but operates across all industries.
• Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC): ABC is one of the largest U.S. construction trade associations representing contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. It is comparable to IDA as a membership-based construction industry body with similar advocacy, education, and event-based revenue models.
• American Institute of Architects (AIA): AIA is the leading professional association for licensed architects in the U.S., offering education, advocacy, and member benefits. It is comparable to IDA as a professional membership organization operating events, publications, and credentialing programs, but at substantially larger scale.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/InternationalDoor
• Facebookfacebook.com/pages/International-Door-Association/131289850277235
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/groups
• Instagraminstagram.com/intldoorassoc
• Xx.com/IntlDoorAssoc

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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