The purpose of the Athletic Equipment Managers Association (AEMA) is to promote, advance, and improve the Equipment Managers Profession in all of its many phases. One goal is to work as a group to bring about equipment improvements for the greater safety of all participants in sports and recreation. Members of the AEMA enjoy the opportunity to meet fellow equipment managers at convention, share ideas, and learn more efficient techniques to help improve their work place.AEMA Certification is an educational program that gives athletic equipment managers an accepted level of proficiency in the performance of their jobs. Scantron Corporation is contracted with the Athletic Equipment Manager’s Association (AEMA) to develop a Certification Standard for Athletic Equipment Management. Through a role delineation process, the following areas of job performance were identified for athletic equipment managers: Management, Administration, and Professional Development; Procurement; Accountability; Maintenance; Fitting and Safety.

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https://equipmentmanagers.org/

External link for Athletic Equipment Managers Association

Industry

Professional Organizations

Company size

2-10 employees

Headquarters

Sykesville, Maryland

Type

Nonprofit

Founded

1974

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• Ann Kitt-Carpenetti

  Transformational executive highly regarded for leadership excellence in non-profit and sport governing body strategic operations, advocacy, business…

• Alan Ansell

  Director at National Operating Committee on Standards for Athletic Equipment (Retired)

• Sam Trusner

  National Office Manager at Athletic Equipment Managers Association

• Keith Moodie

  Athletic Equipment and Operations Manager at Alvernia University

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  Show thanks, love, and gratitude today! And make sure to follow us on Instagram. Happy Thanksgiving to all!https://lnkd.in/eV3SGgDU

  Athletic Equipment Managers Association on Instagram: "So much to be thankful and appreciative of this year. Take some time to show some love to all your equipment manager friends and family working hard this holiday season! Happy Thanksgiving everyone! 🦃" instagram.com

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  Everyone check out the latest AEMA newsletter to learn more about all the latest happenings for the AEMA and equipment manager profession.Some highlights:-New Membership & Convention Fee Structure-Winter Certification Exam-AEMA at the AFCA Convention-Member Spotlight on Daniel Reeves/Arkansas-Helmet and Brain Protection articles-Executive Director reports and morehttps://lnkd.in/epnehgDv

  AEMA November Newsletter buildyourownnewsletters.com

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  The AEMA proudly announced a new and enhanced flexible membership + convention fee structure for the 2026-2028 cycle, designed with our membership in mind. Lots of great features and highlights to help elevate the value of being an AEMA member. For more FAQs:https://lnkd.in/ek6xi_zx

  FAQs AEMA Membership & Convention Fee Schedule (2024 – 2028) https://equipmentmanagers.org

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  On the road withAnn Kitt-Carpenetti atASTM International…This week, the AEMA is proud to attend the ASTM F08 Committee Meetings, joining industry leaders, researchers, manufacturers, and safety experts in shaping the future of sports equipment standards. Our Executive Director Ann Kitt-Carpenetti is the Chair of an ASTM F08 subcommittee. Who is ASTM?ASTM International is one of the world’s most trusted organizations for developing technical standards that improve quality and safety across countless industries—including sports. Their collaborative process helps ensure products meet rigorous, evidence-based performance and safety benchmarks.What is the F08 Committee?The ASTM F08 Committee on Sports Equipment, Playing Surfaces & Facilities oversees standards impacting helmets, protective padding, footwear, lacrosse and football equipment, playing surfaces, and more. Their work directly influences the tools and environments athletes use every day.Where do Equipment Managers Fit In?As professionals on the front lines of athlete safety, equipment managers play a critical role in the development, review, and application of these standards by:• Bringing real-world insight on how equipment performs in daily use• Highlighting emerging risks and trends from the field• Supporting data collection and implementation of updates• Ensuring athletes train and compete with properly certified, well-maintained gearThe AEMA is committed to ensuring our members’ voices are heard in every room where safety and performance standards are being shaped.#AEMA#EquipmentManagers#ASTM#SportsSafety#AthleteSafety#TeamBehindTheTeam#SportsStandards#Atlanta

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  The AEMA proudly honors the men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice.We are especially grateful for the veterans within our AEMA membership—individuals who continue to serve others through their commitment to athletes, teams, and the safety and integrity of our game-day environments.Your leadership, discipline, and integrity inspire us all.Thank you for your service.#VeteransDay#ThankYouVeterans#AEMA#TeamBehindTheTeam

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  How equipment managers help build successful football programs blogs.usafootball.com

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  Happy CSC Membership Appreciation Week to all ourCollege Sports Communicators friends! Have an awesome week!#TeamBehindTheTeam#CelebrateCSC

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  Show your#CelebrateCSC pride! Print and display this poster around your athletics department/office to spread the word about CSC Membership Appreciation Week — click here to download and print:https://lnkd.in/g3P8_qRw More info and resources available athttps://lnkd.in/gn82JVFx

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  Happy Birthday to our Executive DirectorAnn Kitt-Carpenetti!She’s one of the best in the business and doing amazing things for the equipment manager community! Let’s all wish her the best!

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  Our October Newsletter is now available to view. Lots of terrific EQ features, AEMA information/updates,NOCSAE Board openings, and more. Check it out now!⬇️https://lnkd.in/eNnRz_cz

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  New from theAthletic Equipment Managers Association: the October newsletter is in member inboxes now!  Check out the#NOCSAE article about NOCSAE-compliant soccer shin guards.#TeamBehindTheTeam  [https://lnkd.in/eJjrf_aq]  

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