named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Convention
In-person event bringing together process servers for networking, professional development, and updates on industry issues and legislative changes.
Arbitration & Grievance
Provides dispute resolution services for members and addresses issues related to violence against process servers.
Bob Gulinello Scholarship
Scholarship program honoring a founding member, supporting education and professional development for process servers.
Education & Certification
Offers comprehensive educational resources, seminars, and exams on state and federal statutes for process servers; provides members with a free guide to process service in New York.
Legislative Advocacy
Monitors state and federal legislation affecting process servers, engages with lawmakers, and advocates for fair regulations and due process rights.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Member-Focused Advertising Services 1 activity
- Advertising and marketing services for membersOffers fee-based advertising and sponsorship opportunities including email blasts, website placements, newsletter ads, and featured search listings to promote member businesses.
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Advocacy for process server rights and regulatory reformEngages in legislative and regulatory advocacy to support the process serving profession by monitoring state and local laws, opposing unjust rules, participating in public hearings, and collaborating with policymakers to advance due process, remove bureaucratic barriers, and ensure fair treatment and safety for process servers.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Annual convention and professional networking eventsOrganizes an annual in-person convention that facilitates networking, professional development, and updates on legislative changes for members of the association.
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Industry Trade Association Services 1 activity
- Member communications and legal compliance alertsProvides timely alerts to members about new rules, regulations, and legislative developments affecting process servers in New York State to support compliance and informed practice.
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Professional Ethics & Dispute Resolution 1 activity
- Member referral and assignment exchange servicesFacilitates the ethical exchange of process serving assignments among members, enforces prompt payment for services rendered, and maintains a referral list of attorneys for DCA subpoenas to support operational efficiency and compliance.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Professional education and certification programsProvides ongoing education, training, and certification programs for process servers, including seminars, examinations, and a comprehensive manual on process service in New York State, to support professional development and compliance with legal standards.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Scholarship and award programs for professional excellenceAdministers the Bob Gulinello Scholarship and presents the Robert Marcus Award to recognize and support outstanding contributions and achievement within the process serving profession.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$33K
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expenses
Total expenses$26K
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balance sheet
Total assets$25K
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Net assets$25K
5 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -1.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 4
- DOVID HERSH — DIRECTOR
- LARRY YELLON — DIRECTOR
- MELODY BUSO — DIRECTOR
- WILLIAM MASERONI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 19
Who they work with
- City Process Servers Partner — Employer of Director Dovid Hersh.
- Heather Mathe Government — Administrator for NYSPPSA, contact for membership and guide inquiries
- Heather Mathe Government — Administrator of NYSPPSA who handles advertising orders
- Josh Miller Partner — Arbitration & Grievance Chairperson handling member disputes.
- NYSPPSA Network — Member organization representing professional process servers in New York State.
- National Association of Professional Process Servers Network — NYSPPSA holds Chartered State status within the National Association of Professional Process Servers.
- Nationwide Court Services, Inc. Partner — Employer of the association's President, Paula Parrino.
- New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection Government — Participated in a public hearing and comment opportunity hosted by the NYC DCWP regarding proposed rules affecting process servers.
- New York State Professional Process Servers Association Network — Membership organization whose members are bound by its Canons of Professional and Ethical Conduct.
- Notification Services, LLC Partner — Employer of the Second Vice President, Andrew Mega.
- ProVest LLC Partner — Employer of Director Melody Bulso.
- ProcessMaster Partner — Employer of Director Jason Tallman.
- Smart Serve Process Serving, Inc. Partner — Employer of Treasurer Brenda Geedy and Secretary Jillina Kwiatkowski.
- Suzanne Youssef, Esq. Partner — Attorney listed for referral assistance with DCA subpoenas.
- The Chase Agency Partner — Employer of the First Vice President, Josh Miller.
- WRM Security Services, Inc. Partner — Employer of Director William S. Maseroni.
- legal professionals Partner — Works with legal professionals to address industry challenges and promote fair legal processes.
- legislators Partner — Collaborates with legislators to influence laws and policies affecting process servers.
- regulators Partner — Engages with regulators to address regulatory challenges impacting the process serving profession.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Professional Standards and Ethical Conduct to Build Institutional Trustmethodology: professional-standards-and-ethicsBy establishing and enforcing professional and ethical standards—including confidentiality and proper conduct—we strengthen public, judicial, and legal system trust in process serving, because adherence to ethics enhances perceived legitimacy and reliability of service.
- Professionalization through Certification and Educationmethodology: professionalization-through-certificationBy providing education and certification programs grounded in legal statutes and best practices, we improve professional competence and elevate industry standards, because structured training and credentialing foster greater compliance, public trust, and occupational legitimacy.
- Unified Advocacy to Influence Regulation and Legislationmethodology: unified_advocacyBy uniting process servers into a collective organization, we strengthen advocacy efforts to shape legislation and regulatory frameworks, because a unified professional voice increases influence in public comment processes, rulemaking, and legislative debates, ultimately protecting due process and professional integrity.