California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health

What California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health does

The California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health (CCDEH) is a California-based 501(c)(3) professional association founded in September 1956 that serves as the recognized representative body for Environmental Health Directors across all 62 California jurisdictions (58 counties and 4 cities: Berkeley, Long Beach, Pasadena, and Vernon). The organization provides policy coordination, professional development, and legislative advocacy for local environmental health programs, operating through four regional groups, nine policy committees, and an EHS Registration Committee led by the California Department of Public Health. CCDEH's core offerings include an annual conference (entering its 71st year in September 2026), a Video Library delivering REHS Continuing Education Contact Hours, the annual CalCode publication, Disaster Field Manuals in English and Spanish, the Body Art Act Booklet, a member job board, and the MEHKO Grant Program (AB178) administered under the California Workforce Development Board for Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations implementation. A closely related 501(c)(4) organization, the California Association of Environmental Health Administrators (CAEHA), shares CCDEH's Executive Director and Manager and provides legislative services and conference management support.

The organization operates on a ClubExpress-based website platform that handles document management, event registration, video library hosting, member-only content access, and e-commerce for publications, merchandise, and job postings. CCDEH's technology footprint is intentionally light — the platform is a standard association-management stack rather than a proprietary technology product, with member-only content gating and a storefront constituting the primary digital infrastructure. Recent additions include a dedicated eLearning section and expanded digital training content, though the core operational technology has remained consistent.

CCDEH generates revenue through a diversified set of small streams: annual membership dues (Regular Members, Associate Members, Consultant/Organization Members, and free Retired Director memberships), conference registration ($1,165 full registration, $475/day), tiered conference sponsorships ($1,500-$5,000), publication and merchandise sales, job posting fees ($100 for members, $150 for non-members), paid REHS CEU certificates ($25-$50), and pass-through grant administration. The go-to-market is membership-led with strict gating (Regular Director membership requires sponsorship and Executive Committee approval and is capped at 62 jurisdictions), supplemented by event-driven engagement (annual conference and regional meetings) and community-led information sharing across policy committees. CCDEH maintains affiliate relationships with CSAC, CCLHO, the California CUPA Forum, CEHA, CAEHA, CHEAC, and the League of California Cities, reinforcing its institutional position as California's authoritative voice on local environmental health matters.

Name

California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health

Legal name

California Conference of Directors of Environmental Health

Website

https://ccdeh.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1956

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

CCDEH is a California 501(c)(3) professional association founded in 1956 that represents Environmental Health Directors across all 62 California jurisdictions (58 counties and 4 cities), providing policy coordination, REHS-accredited training, annual conferences, and publications for local environmental health programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Association Services - Environmental Health

NAICS

Professional Organizations (813920)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYBPAGAGAL

Environmental Justice & Community Environmental Health

Business & Public Services/Nonprofit, NGO & Social Services/Environmental & Conservation Organizations

SECONDARYEDAAALAO

Environmental, Health & Safety / Sustainability (EHS, Environmental Compliance CE)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Professional Licensure & Continuing Professional Education (CE/CPE)

Keywords

• Environmental health association
• Professional membership services
• Continuing education training
• Food safety publications
• Regulatory advocacy services

Headquarters

HQ city

Shingle Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from Regular Director Members (62 jurisdictions), Associate Members (program managers/supervisors), Consultant/Organization Members (non-profit and for-profit), and Retired Directors (free with good standing).
2. Annual Conference Revenue: Full conference registration at $1,165 for members, day rate at $475/day, plus sponsorship opportunities ranging from $50 to $5,000 for table tops, breakout sessions, and event sponsorship.
3. Training and Certification: REHS continuing education courses with certificate fees of $25-$50; CalCode publications ranging from $20-$400; Disaster Field Manuals at $47.50-$57.90; Body Art Act booklets at $2.95-$39.50.
4. Job Postings: Job posting fees: $100 for members, $150 for non-members. Active for 30 days with free extensions up to five additional times.
5. Merchandise Sales: Branded merchandise including CCDEH jackets ($48.25), shirts ($41.00), with embroidered logos and sales tax included.
6. Grant Administration: CCDEH administers the MEHKO Program AB178 Grant under direction of California Workforce Development Board, providing reimbursement and block grants to local environmental health jurisdictions for Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations implementation.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

CCDEH is a California 501(c)(3) non-profit professional association providing membership services, training and continuing education (REHS CEUs), annual conferences, reference publications, legislative advocacy, and grant administration to Environmental Health Directors from California's 58 counties and 4 cities. It represents all 62 California jurisdictions and supports uniform implementation of state environmental health laws and regulations through nine policy committees, four regional groups, and a member portal built on the ClubExpress platform.

Product overview

CCDEH operates as a professional association for California environmental health directors rather than a technology product company. The organization provides a member-focused platform with training and educational services including a Video Library offering REHS continuing education contact hours, free Psychological First Aid training modules, and specialized training like the Norovirus Toolkit for Organized Camps. The organization publishes reference materials including CalCode (annual California retail food code), Disaster Field Manuals in English and Spanish, and the Body Art Act Booklet. Annual programming includes the 71st Annual Conference scheduled for September 2026 with the theme 'Digital Horizons in Environmental Health.' The Storefront provides merchandise and publications for members, while the MEHKO Grant Program offers state-funded reimbursement grants for local environmental health jurisdictions. The organization also manages three awards programs recognizing excellence in environmental health, food safety leadership, and management achievements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• CCDEH Storefront Online storefront for CCDEH merchandise, publications, training materials, conference registrations, and sponsorship opportunities, including CalCode books, body art booklets, disaster field manuals, member jackets and shirts, and various sponsorship packages.
• Video Library with REHS Continuing Education Online training platform providing Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) Continuing Education Contact Hours through recorded conference sessions, virtual training series, and specialized workshops on topics including food safety, emergency response, water systems, solid waste, and professional development.
• Psychological First Aid (PFA) Training Free video-based training course with four modules covering stress management, building connections, handling difficult reactions, and preventing burnout, originally sponsored by BATEP in 2021.
• Norovirus Toolkit for Organized Camps Free training resource for organized camps covering norovirus prevention and response, including a toolkit presentation and video training sponsored by CCDEH, Orange County Health Care Agency, and Riverside County Environmental Health.
• MEHKO Grant Program (AB 178) State-funded grant program (AB 178) administered by CCDEH to assist local environmental health jurisdictions and code enforcement agencies with costs related to Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations, including reimbursement grants and block grants.
• 71st Annual Conference 2026 Annual educational conference scheduled for September 22-25, 2026 at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Seaside, Monterey, themed 'Digital Horizons in Environmental Health: Building a Smarter, Safer California', offering REHS continuing education credits.
• CCDEH Awards Program Three annual awards: Gary Erbeck Food Safety Leadership Award (given at Food Symposium S3), Bob Merryman Manager of the Year Award (given at CEHA Conference with $1,500 scholarship), and Excellence in Environmental Health Award (at annual conference).
• CalCode 2026 Annual California retail food code publication including legislative changes (AB 592, AB 671, SB 68, SB 635), available as printed booklet or PDF, with quantity discounts for orders of 10 or more.
• Disaster Field Manual State disaster manual available in English (2023 edition) and Spanish (2004 edition), featuring waterproof and tear-resistant Kimdura paper, covering emergency preparedness and response guidance for environmental health professionals.
• California Safe Body Art Act Booklet 2014 edition booklet containing excerpts from California Health and Safety Code Division 104, Part 15, Chapter 7 covering body art regulations.
• Job Board and Job Postings Job board where members can post environmental health positions ($100 per 30-day posting) and non-members use an online form ($150 per posting), with free extensions up to five additional 30-day periods.
• CCDEH Branded Merchandise Branded apparel and accessories including CCDEH jackets (Ladies/Men's at $48.25) and shirts (Cotton/Polyester at $41.00), with embroidered logos and sales tax included; shipping $8 extra.

Quantifiable outcome

• REHS Continuing Education Contact Hours provided through video library and annual conference training sessions
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 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

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• California Workforce Development BoardcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 June 2023CCDEH administers the MEHKO Program AB178 Grant under direction of the California Workforce Development Board, providing grants to local environmental health and code enforcement agencies for Microenterprise Home Kitchen Operations implementation.
• California Association of Environmental Health Administrators (CAEHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCAEHA is an associated 501(c)(4) non-profit organization with membership limited to environmental health program directors. It is a separate but related organization to CCDEH, providing legislative services and conference management. The Executive Director and Manager of CCDEH serve as the Executive Director and Manager of CAEHA. CAEHA mission is to improve quality and scope of environmental health programs and promote uniformity.
• California State Association of Counties (CSAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH is an affiliate of CSAC, providing mutual support and collaboration on issues affecting California counties.
• California Conference of Local Health Officers (CCLHO)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH is an affiliate of CCLHO, working together on public health matters affecting California communities.
• California CUPA ForumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH works closely with the California CUPA (Certified Unified Program Agency) Forum on hazardous materials and unified program issues.
• California Retail Food Safety CoalitionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH collaborates with the California Retail Food Safety Coalition on food safety policy and regulation.
• California Environmental Health Association (CEHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH works closely with CEHA; the CEHA President/Chair is automatically extended associate membership in CCDEH. CEHA Conference hosts the Bob Merryman Manager of the Year Award.
• HS GovTechminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsorship partner for 2025 Annual Conference. Thanked as 2025 Partner on conference materials.
• County Health Executives Association of California (CHEAC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH maintains communication and cooperative working relationship with CHEAC as part of its stated goals.
• League of California Cities (LOCC)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCCDEH maintains communication and cooperative working relationship with LOCC as part of its stated goals for state and local coordination.
• California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerListed as emergency response resource partner; Listos California provided through Cal OES for disaster preparedness.
• National Environmental Health Association (NEHA)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNEHA resources provided for emergency response including Hurricane Guidance and WildFire Guidance documents.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• County Health Executives Association of California (CHEAC): Association of California county health executives focused on policy, advocacy, and professional development. CHEAC and CCDEH maintain a cooperative working relationship, with overlapping county-government membership base and parallel advocacy functions.
• California Association of Environmental Health Administrators (CAEHA): 501(c)(4) affiliate of CCDEH sharing the same Executive Director and Manager. CAEHA provides legislative services and conference management and is restricted to environmental health program directors, making it an operationally entwined peer of CCDEH.
• National Environmental Health Association (NEHA): National professional association for environmental health practitioners offering credentials (REHS), CEUs, conferences, publications, and advocacy. CCDEH explicitly partners with NEHA for emergency response resources and operates as NEHA's California state-level counterpart in advocacy and member services.
• California CUPA Forum: California forum for Certified Unified Program Agencies overseeing hazardous materials, underground storage tanks, and related programs. CCDEH's Haz Mat Committee directly coordinates with the CUPA Forum, making it a peer in policy coordination and member services for California EH programs.
• California Conference of Local Health Officers (CCLHO): Affiliate of California's Department of Public Health representing local health officers on policy matters. CCDEH's formal affiliation with CCLHO on public health matters makes it a directly comparable peer on local health coordination.
• California Environmental Health Association (CEHA): California-focused environmental health professional association that hosts the Bob Merryman Manager of the Year Award alongside CCDEH and offers conferences, training, and networking for environmental health specialists. Overlapping membership and shared award programs make it the closest peer to CCDEH.

Broad incumbents

• California State Association of Counties (CSAC): Statewide association representing California's 58 counties on legislative, policy, and operational matters. CCDEH is a formal affiliate of CSAC, and CSAC's broader county-focused advocacy parallels CCDEH's local-government coordination role.
• League of California Cities (LOCC): Association representing California's 482 cities, providing advocacy, training, and resources at municipal government level. LOCC and CCDEH share membership overlap (4 of CCDEH's city members come from LOCC's constituency) and collaborate on local-government coordination.
• Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO): National nonprofit representing state-level public health agencies, providing policy analysis, training, and advocacy. ASTHO operates at a larger geographic scope than CCDEH but shares the membership association model serving government health officials.
• National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO): National membership association representing local health departments across the U.S., offering advocacy, training, and resources at a broader scope than CCDEH. NACCHO overlaps with CCDEH on local-government public-health coordination and professional development, though at a national rather than state-specific level.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles19 records

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