Association Management Online

What Association Management Online does

Association Management Online (AMO), founded in 2001 and headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a cloud-based association management software (AMS) platform built and operated by ArcStone, GBC, a Certified B Corporation. AMO serves member-based organizations — primarily professional associations, nonprofits, and Chambers of Commerce — by consolidating membership databases, event management, online community tools, e-commerce, website building, accounting/payment processing, and reporting into a single integrated system. The platform supports custom fields, self-service member portals, automated dues and renewal workflows, recurring billing, and a native WordPress plugin, with payment rails extending through Stripe (certified partner since September 2023), PayPal, QuickBooks export, and Mailchimp for email automation.

The product is delivered as an all-inclusive SaaS subscription with no feature-tiered add-ons, starting at approximately $95/month, accompanied by a free trial and personalized demo configured for each prospect before login. The go-to-market combines product-led self-service adoption with content marketing (blog, SEO, comparison guides against competitors such as MemberClicks and YourMembership), a bi-weekly webinar series, and partner referrals. AMO emphasizes exceptional customer support and database migration assistance as primary onboarding mechanisms.

AMO reports 240+ associations served across its lifetime and 100% uptime across monitored services. The company is privately held under ArcStone, GBC, with no disclosed external funding, a 1-10 employee headcount, and no publicly disclosed revenue. Strategic emphasis is on vertical depth in associations rather than breadth, with B Corp branding and integration-led ecosystem positioning as key differentiators against larger AMS competitors.

Name

Association Management Online

Legal name

ArcStone, Inc.

Website

https://associationsonline.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Association Management Online (AMO) is a cloud-based, all-in-one association management software platform serving professional associations, nonprofits, and Chambers of Commerce with integrated membership, event, website, payment, and community modules, delivered as a SaaS subscription by ArcStone, GBC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Association Management Software

NAICS

Software Publishers (5132)

SIC

Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

Enterprise Service Management (ESM) Platforms (HDAEALAB)

Keywords

• Association management software
• Membership management platform
• Event management software
• Nonprofit association software
• Member-based organization tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Minneapolis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. SaaS Subscription: Monthly or annual subscription-based pricing for the all-in-one association management platform. Includes all features without feature-based pricing tiers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

AMO sells a cloud-based, all-in-one association management software (AMS) platform for member-based organizations, nonprofits, and professional associations. The platform unifies membership database management, event management, online community, custom website building, e-commerce, accounting and online payment processing, and reporting into a single subscription product. All features are bundled at one price — approximately $95/month — with no add-on tiers, supported by native integrations to QuickBooks, WordPress, Mailchimp, PayPal, and Stripe.

Product overview

AMO (Association Management Online) is an all-in-one association management platform designed specifically for member-based organizations and associations. The product portfolio consists of a unified core platform with integrated modules including Membership Management (member database), Admin Automation (workflow automation), Custom Website (website builder), Event Management, Online Community, Online Store (e-commerce), Accounting & Online Payment (with QuickBooks export), Powerful Reporting (analytics), Sponsorships & Ads, and Customization (API and WordPress integration). All modules are built into a single cohesive system rather than sold as separate add-ons, enabling seamless data flow across membership, events, finances, and member engagement features.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AMO Association Management Platform All-in-one cloud-based association management platform for member-based organizations, nonprofits, and professional associations. Unifies membership management, event management, online community, custom website building, e-commerce, accounting, and reporting under a single subscription.
• Membership Management Database Member database with custom fields, self-service member profile management, activity tracking, and support for both individual and organizational memberships. Designed for association executives and membership managers to centralize member data and streamline communication.
• Event Management Module Complete event management for in-person and virtual events including scheduling, email reminders, confirmations, mobile app for attendees, ticket management, and online registration. Built for associations running conferences and member events.
• Custom Website Builder Custom-branded website builder with secure members-only areas, public sections, member directories, shared calendars, document management, and discussion boards. Enables associations to launch and manage a professional web presence without separate CMS tools.
• Online Community Module Member engagement community with discussion boards, polls, surveys, document sharing, and media sharing accessible on desktop and mobile. Designed for associations seeking to build networking and engagement among members.
• Online Store / E-commerce Built-in e-commerce system with shopping cart, member/non-member pricing tiers, donations, recurring payments, and subscription management. Allows associations to sell merchandise, books, and accept donations online.
• Accounting and Online Payment Processing Secure online payment processing for events, dues, donations, and store purchases with custom financial reports and QuickBooks export. Accepts major credit cards and e-checks via Stripe and PayPal.

Quantifiable outcome

• Data processing that once took weeks now happens with simple keystrokes
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature11 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• StripecoreTechnology or Integration · 1 September 2023AMO is a certified Stripe Partner, accepting all major credit cards and e-checks through Stripe's payment processing infrastructure for secure online transactions.
• QuickBookscoreTechnology or IntegrationAMO integrates with QuickBooks for seamless financial data export, allowing associations to export transactions and generate custom financial reports directly to QuickBooks for accounting purposes.
• WordPresscoreTechnology or IntegrationAMO offers a native WordPress plugin allowing seamless integration into existing WordPress websites, creating a cohesive member experience without separate platforms.
• PayPalcoreTechnology or IntegrationAMO accepts PayPal payments for events, dues, donations, and online store purchases, providing members with familiar payment options.
• ArcStonecoreOthersAMO is a product of ArcStone, GBC, a Certified B Corporation. ArcStone provides the development team, support infrastructure, and organizational backing for the AMO platform.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Aptify (Community Brands):
• iMIS (Advanced Solutions International): Established enterprise-grade association management platform serving larger associations globally with deeper compliance and engagement features; competes with AMO primarily in upmarket deals.

Direct peers

• Wild Apricot: Cloud-based membership management software for small associations and nonprofits; directly competes with AMO across membership database, events, payments, and website functionality for the same small/mid association buyer.
• YourMembership: AMS platform for associations and member-based organizations offering membership, events, learning, and career center modules; AMO lists it as a direct competitor in published comparisons.
• Novi AMS: Association management software purpose-built for trade associations and professional societies with membership, events, and CRM capabilities—comparable to AMO's professional association focus.
• GrowthZone: Association management software focused on chambers of commerce and member-based organizations, offering membership directories, event registration, and billing—directly comparable to AMO's chamber/association positioning.
• MemberPlanet: Membership and event management platform for associations, clubs, and nonprofits with built-in payment processing and communication tools, targeting the same SMB association segment as AMO.
• Glue Up: All-in-one CRM and association management software for associations, chambers, and nonprofits with membership, events, and community features—closely overlapping AMO's product surface and target buyer.
• MemberClicks: Association management platform serving small-to-mid sized associations with membership, events, and website tools; AMO explicitly publishes competitive comparison content against MemberClicks, indicating direct overlap.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=rUzr9nLtH5E
• Xx.com/amoupdates
• Facebookfacebook.com/associationsmanagementonline
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/amo-association-management-online

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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