Association Directory

Accelerate Madison
A networking and business support organization focused on information technology issues and innovations.
Phone: 608.213.3939
Email: info@acceleratemadison.org
Website: acceleratemadison.org

Ad 2 Madison
A group of young, active communication professionals affiliated with the Madison Advertising Federation.
Meeting time/location: varies
Website: ad2madison.org

American Marketing Association - Madison Chapter
Networking, professional development and member contributions for Greater Madison marketing professionals.
Meeting time/location: 2nd Tuesday of month, 11:30 a.m./Clarion Suites
Website: amamadison.org

American Society for Training and Development - South Central WI Chapter
Provides learning and networking opportunities for professionals dedicated to improving individual and organizational performance.
Meeting time/location: Varies
Phone: 608.212.2783
Email: astdscwc@astdscwc.org
Website: astdscwc.org

American Women's Society of CPAs
Local chapter of National Organization of Women CPAs, with focus on education and networking.
Meeting time/location: 3rd Wednesday of month, breakfast or lunch/varies
Email: info@awscpa.org
Website: awscpa.org/madison

Association for Women in Communications - Madison
National organization committed to the advancement of women across all communication disciplines.
Meeting time/location: Edgewater Hotel
Website: awc-madison.org

Association of Fundraising Professionals
Association of development professionals; advances philanthropy through education, training, and advocacy.
Meeting time/location: Varies
Email: madisonafp@yahoo.com
Website: madisonafp.com

BioForward
Statewide trade association for biotech and medical device industries. Networking, events, promotion and industry support.
Meeting time/location: 2nd Wednesdays of month/University Research Park
Phone: 608.236.4693
Email: info@bioforward.org
Website: bioforward.org

BiotechProfiles.com
An online directory of all the biotech companies in our Madison WI market and a job board to help those seeking careers in biotech. In addition, BiotechProfiles.com includes a private forum for biotech executives, board members and founders wherein they can professionally network with each other, share financing data, industry best practices, and more.
Email: Info@BiotechProfiles.com
Website: BiotechProfiles.com

Business Network International - Central/Southwest WI
Business networking group to increase leads for business people so that area businesses prosper and share resources
Meeting time/location: Varies
Website: bniwis.com

Business & Professional Women of Madison
Promotes equity for women in all areas of their lives.
Email: bpwmadison@yahoo.com
Website: madison-bpw.com

CFA Society of Madison
Organization of investment professionals in Dane County
Meeting time/location: Monthly/Madison Club
Phone: 608.274.0300
Website: membersocieties.org/madison

Civitas
Organization encouraging professionals to get involved in the processes of local government. Also provides a deeper level of information to those already engaged. Annual 10-month program. Participants are accepted into "classes."
Meeting time/location: Monthly/Madison Club
Email: julie. buss@wcgpr.com
Website: civitaswi.org

Credit Union Executives Society (CUES)
Wisconsin-based membership association for credit union executives
Phone: 608.271.2664, Ext. 3400
Email: cues@cues.org
Website: cues.org

Design Madison
Organization of designers, illustrators, art directors, writers, and other creative professionals
Meeting time/location: Monthly/ varies
Email: president@designmadison.com
Website: designmadison.com

Downtown Madison Inc
Membership organization that works on economic development issues in Greater Madison
Meeting time/location: Varies
Phone: 608.255.1008
Email: info@downtownmadison.org
Website: downtownmadison.org

East Side Club
(Formerly the Eastside Businessmen's Association) Membership organization.
Meeting time/location: Varies; excellent fish fry on Fridays.
Phone: 608.222.9131
Email: office@esbma.com
Website: esbma.com

Executive Women's Golf Association
Membership organization providing opportunities for women to learn, play, and enjoy golf for life and business
Phone: 608.663.1347
Website: ewgamadison.org

Financial Women International
Dedicated to helping women achieve success in the financial services industry
Phone: 866.236.2007
Email: info@fwi.org
Website: fwi.org

Greater Madison Area Society for Human Resource Management
Professional association for human resources professionals
Phone: 608.204.9814
Email: chapteradmin@gmashrm.org
Website: gmashrm.org

Greater Williamson Area Business Association
Businesses working together to build a stronger community - from the Capitol Square to the Yahara River between East Washington Avenue and Lake Monona.
Website: williamsonst.com

Growth By Referral
Independent business referral organization whose goals are to learn about each others' professions, share marketing ideas and sales techniques, and exchange qualified leads
Meeting time/location: Tuesdays, 7:45 to 9 a.m./Bavaria Restaurant
Website: gbrinc.org

High Tech Happy Hour
Social events for those involved or interested in the high tech field.
Meeting time/location: Last Thursday of each month / location varies
Website: hthh.org

IAAP - International Association of Administrative Professionals – Madison Chapter
Enhancing the success of career-minded administrative professionals by providing opportunities for growth through education, community building and leadership development.
Meeting time/location: 3rd Thursday 5:00 Networking, 5:30 Business Meeting, Dinner and Program/ Edgewater
Phone: 608-261-4038
Email: nmcculley@cityofmadison.com
Website: community.iaap-hq.org/IAAPHQ/Madison/

Independent Business Association of WI
Offering networking, educational programming and political advocacy.
Phone: 608.251.5546
Email: iba@ibaw.com
Website: ibaw.com

Institute of Management Accountants
Networking and professional development group
Meeting time/location: Monthly, Sept-May/ varies
Website: imanet.org

International Association of Business Communicators
Provides products, services, activities, and networking opportunities to help people and organizations achieve excellence
Meeting time/location: Last Wednesday of month, 11:30 a.m. / Edgewater Hotel
Website: iabc.com

International Institute of Business Analysis
Independent non-profit professional association serving the growing field of Business Analysis
Meeting time/location: Odd numbered months in various locations
Email: info@madison.theiiba.org
Website: madison.theiiba.org

International Professionals Association
Social group for foreign nationals, passport professionals, and the widely traveled
Meeting time/location: Varies, with monthly happy hours and other events
Phone: 608.669.1582
Email: nicole- ralph@internationalprofessionals.or
Website: internationalprofessionals.org

IT Association of WI
Statewide association for IT stakeholders.
Phone: 608.250.1904
Website: itawi.org

Junior League of Madison
For women committed to promoting local volunteerism, developing the potential of women in our community, and improving the community through the effective actions and leadership of trained volunteers
Meeting time/location: Varies
Phone: 608.268.1414
Email: info@juniorleagueofmadison.org
Website: juniorleagueofmadison.org

Leadership Greater Madison Alumni
Providing continuing education and networking opportunities for graduates of the Leadership Greater Madison program
Meeting time/location: Monthly/varies
Phone: 608.256.8348
Email: info@greatermadisoncham-ber.com
Website: greatermadisonchamber.com

Legal Personnel of South Central Wisconsin
Association of legal professionals
Meeting time/location: 2nd Wednesday of month, 6:00 p.m. dinner/The Coliseum Bar
Email: cmey- skens@shannondemarb.com
Website: lpscw.org

Madison Advertising Federation
Sponsor of annual ADDY Awards.
Meeting time/location: 3rd Mondays of month, 11:15 a.m. luncheons/Sheraton Madison
Email: lois@madadfed.com
Website: madadfed.com

Madison Area Business Consultants
Professional association of independent business consultants
Meeting time/location: 2nd Tuesday of month, 7:30-9:00 a.m./MG&E Innovation Center, Rm 50
Website: madisonconsultants.com

Madison Area Chapter of the IAPHC
Club for printing and graphics professionals
Website: iaphc.org

Madison Area Growth NETwork (MAGNET)
A group giving a diverse cross- section of young adults (ages 21+) an organization where their abilities, voice, and civic involvement can be centralized to create a positive impact on each other and the community
Meeting time/location: 3rd Tuesday of month/varies
Phone: 608.443.1948
Email: info@madisonmagnet.org
Website: madisonmagnet.org

Madison Area Quality Improvement Network
Learning together for business and community success
Website: maqin.org

Madison International Trade Association
To develop and expand international trade and provide a forum for members to exchange ideas and knowledge related to international business
Meeting time/location: 2nd Tuesday of month (Sept-May)/Sheraton Madison
Website: mitaweb.org

Monroe Street Merchants Association
Association of Monroe Street retailers and restaurants dedicated to promoting Monroe Street businesses. Sponsors the Monroe Street Festival and Monroe Street Guidebook.
Phone: Carol "Orange" Schroeder, 608.255.8211
Email: monroestreet@mac.com
Website: www.monroestreetfestival.com

NARI of Madison Inc
Local chapter of NARI promoting professionalism, education, and ethics within the Madison metro remodeling industry
Website: remodelingmadison.org

National Association of Women Business Owners - Greater Madison
Fostering growth in Wisconsin for women business owners
Phone: 608.442.1924
Email: info@nawbomadison.org
Website: nawbomadison.org

North Side Business Association
Promotes and supports the continued growth and development of existing and new businesses on Madison's north side
Meeting time/location: Monthly 6:00 p.m. dinner meetings (Sept-Nov and Jan-May)/ Esquire Club
Website: madisonnba.com

Project Management Institute
Providing opportunities for professional growth through educational programs, professional development, networking and support
Meeting time/location: Varies
Website: pmi-madison.org

Public Relations Society of America
Association for public relations professionals.
Meeting time/location: 3rd Thursday of month/ Edgewater Hotel
Website: prsamadison.org

Rotary Club of Madison (Downtown)
Organization of business and professional leaders united worldwide
Meeting time/location: Wednesdays/Inn On The Park
Phone: 608.255.9164
Email: office@rotarymadison.org
Website: rotarymadison.org

Sales and Marketing Executives of Madison
Leading professional organization of sales and marketing executives in Greater Madison.
Meeting time/location: Lunch or dinner, 2nd Thursday of month/ The Madison Club
Phone: 608.513.7636
Email: info@smemadison.com
Website: smemadison.com

South Metropolitan Business Association
We are business people making a difference in our community by promoting and improving the quality of life and image in the City of Madison, City of Fitchburg, and Town of Madison by encouraging well-planned, high-quality, and balanced commercial and residential development and economic growth.
Phone: 608.244.4772
Email: smba@charter.net
Website: smba-madison.org

South Metropolitan Planning Council
Increase civic capacity of southside community members
Email: smpc@terracom.net
Website: madison.com/communities/smpc

Technical Club of Madison
Open to all who share an interest in technical topics
Website: technical-club.org

TEMPO-Madison
Advancement of women to executive positions and boards. Guests may be invited, but membership requires sponsorship and approval.
Meeting time/location: 2nd Tuesday of month, Noon/ Madison Club
Phone: 608.831.9242
Email: tempo@mailbag.com
Website: tempomadison.org

The Business Forum
Sponsor of the Athena Award. A professional women's organization for networking and meaningful business connections, and to make a difference in other women's lives. All programs and activities created solely for the purpose of uniting professional women, building relationships and helping women realize their potential.
Meeting time/location: 1st Thursday of month/Madison Club (other activities vary)
Phone: 608.443.2486, Ext. 146
Email: tbf@thebusinessforum.org
Website: thebusinessforum.org

The Executive Council
CEO advice and support; several Madison-area chapters
Website: teconline.com

Toastmasters International (District 35 Toastmasters)
Worldwide network of clubs devoted to improving communication and leadership skills
Meeting time/location: Varies
Website: tm35.org

United Way Rosenberry Society
Young leaders' philanthropic group encouraging community investment through involvement with United Way. "Berries" meet for CEO roundtables, volunteer activities and networking.
Phone: 608.246.4372
Email: dustin-olson@uwdc.org
Website: unitedwaydane-county.org

WI Communicators Council Inc
Networking organization dedicated to professional development and interaction among communicators
Meeting time/location: Lunch, 3rd Tuesday of month (except June-August)/varies
Website: wccionline.org

WIN Foundation (WI Innovation Network)
Community-based economic development organization dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship
Meeting time/location: 4th Tuesday of month, 11:30-1:30 p.m./Varies
Phone: Liz, 608.442.7557, Ext.27
Website: wisconsintechnologycouncil.com