Who Is Kellen?
Who we are
Your Trusted Partner
Our Mission and History
Since Kellen’s inception in 1964, our mission has been to meet the unique needs of each organization we work with. That commitment has propelled us to become one of the world’s largest providers of management and strategic services to professional and trade organizations. We offer customized management solutions and work with your team to identify your goals and develop a plan to help you achieve them.
Why choose Kellen? We have decades of experience helping professional and trade associations like yours align their mission and vision to elevate their standing. Our team is comprised of experts across complex realms like membership engagement, advocacy, and revenue diversification, ready to help you craft and implement strategies to expand your impact.
Our Reach
Our association management company goes far beyond the standard AMC offerings, providing a full range of services including association management, public affairs, marketing, meeting management, education, and strategic communication.
Kellen’s expertise in a variety of verticals, including healthcare, food & nutrition, industrial & manufacturing, and professional, consumer, and government, makes us uniquely prepared to help associations reach their goals.
We offer a global perspective, demonstrated by our offices and connections across North America, Europe, and Asia. Our headquarters in Washington, D.C. positions us to help U.S.-based associations influence national policy. Even with our extensive network and resources, we’re always committed to offering the personal attention your association needs.
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