irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0TRAINING SEMINARS
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
AICP Awards
National awards program recognizing excellence in commercial production and post-production, used to market American production talent and creativity
AICP Virtual Town Hall
Regular virtual meetings providing members with updates on industry issues, labor agreements, and policy developments
AICP Week
Annual event series including the AICP Show at MoMA and AICP Next Awards, featuring exhibitions, screenings, and networking for industry professionals
Labor Negotiations Support
Representation of member interests in negotiations with unions including DGA, IATSE, Teamsters, and SAG-AFTRA
Training Seminars
Educational programs for members on topics including AI in post-production, labor compliance, and industry best practices
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Professional Networking Events 2 activities
- Business development and networking for member companiesProvides business development opportunities by connecting partner organizations with over 500 member companies in the $5 billion annual TV commercial production industry through organized events and networking opportunities.
- Event organization and member engagementOrganizes social, networking, and educational events nationwide, including the Madison Ave Open golf tournament, AICP Symposia Series, and AICP Week, fostering community and professional engagement among members and partners.
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Professional Development and Standards in Marketing and Communications 1 activity
- Advocacy for independent production and post-production companiesRepresents independent production and post-production companies that account for 85% of all domestic commercials aired nationally across all media platforms. The organization advocates for these companies in brand communications, following its 2018 merger with AICE to form a unified association under the AICP brand.
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Nonprofit Capacity Building Services 1 activity
- Payroll and accounting services for commercial productionProvides comprehensive payroll and cloud-based accounting services to AICP member companies and independent commercial producers across the United States, including digital onboarding, timekeeping, job costing, budget tracking, and profit analysis for both union and nonunion productions.
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Industry Standards Development and Management 1 activity
- Professional development and industry standards developmentDevelops industry standards and tools, provides professional development, and supports the marketing of American production and post-production services through events and awards shows.
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Corporate Sponsorship Programs 1 activity
- Sponsorship and promotional services for partnersOffers corporate partners extensive branding and promotional opportunities, including logo placement on step-and-repeat banners, signage, event materials, newsletters, awards programs, sponsor reels, email promotions, exhibitor space, and ticket allocations at major AICP events nationwide.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Training seminars and educational programmingConducted training seminars as a primary program activity in 2023, including webinars on topics such as AI in post-production and virtual town hall meetings for members, aimed at ongoing education and professional development.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$8.06M
Contributions & grants$3.97M49%
Program service revenue$3.08M38%
Investment income$70K1%
Other revenue$940K
expenses
Total expenses$6.20M
Program expenses30%
Admin / overhead70%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2.32M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$7.07M
Cash$4.88M
Investments$0
Liabilities$462K
Net assets$6.60M
Liquid reserves9.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +3.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATT MILLER | PRESIDENT & | 40 | $759K |
| DENISE GILMARTIN | VP BUSINESS | 40 | $290K |
| SHEILA BROWN | VP EQUITY & | 40 | $213K |
| KRISTIN WILCHA | VP OPERATION | 40 | $210K |
| BRIAN DOHERTY | DIRECTOR | 40 | $108K |
board members · 20
- ANDREW COLON — WEST REGIONA
- BOB FISHER — PAST CHAIRMA
- BRIAN HWANG — SWST REGIONA
- DAVID THORNE — DIRECTOR AT
- FRANK SCHERMA — DIRECTOR AT
- GLORIA PITAGORSKY — DIRECTOR AT
- JON KAMEN — PAST CHAIRMA
- LISA MASSEUR — MDEST REG DI
- LISA MEHLING — CHAIRPERSON
- MAL WARD — DIRECTOR AT
- MARGARET CAPOSSELA — ASSOC DIR AT
- MARK ANDROW — PAST CHAIRMA
- QADREE HOLMES — MIDWST REG D
- RALPH KAUCEKKA — DIRECTOR AT
- RICH CARTER — CHAIRPERSON
- ROBERT FERNANDEZ — TREASURER
- ROBERT L SACKS — SECRETARY/LE
- SALLY CAMPBELL — DIRECTOR AT
- SCOTT TAYLOR — ASSOC DIR AT
- TABITHA MASON-ELLIOTT — VICE CHAIRPE
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- AICE Partner — Merged with AICP in 2018 to form a unified association under the AICP brand, advocating for independent production and post production companies.
- AICP Media Sponsors Partner — Media organizations that partner with AICP to support publicity, branding, and educational opportunities.
- Association of Music Producers (AMP) Partner — National affiliate organization representing music production houses creating music and sound design for advertising and commercial uses.
- BARK BARK Partner — Hosts the AICP Southeast chapter at its address in Atlanta, GA.
- Cast & Crew Commercials Partner — Corporate partner offering exclusive services and promotional materials to AICP companies
- Cast & Crew Commercials Partner — Payroll and accounting services provider for AICP member companies and independent commercial producers.
- City National Bank Partner — Media sponsor of AICP
- DGA Partner — Negotiates and references scale rate agreements and recognizes union holidays.
- Film Offices of the Hawaiian Islands Partner — Supporting partner offering exclusive services and promotional materials to AICP companies
- IATSE Partner — Recognizes IATSE agreements and union holidays for multiple locals.
- Karen McMann Partner — Director of Development, Partnerships & Sponsorships at AICP, serving as primary contact for partnership inquiries.
- Marks Paneth Partner — Media sponsor of AICP
- Musicbed/Filmsupply Partner — Corporate partner providing exclusive offers and promotional materials to AICP companies
- NEED Financial Services Partner — Corporate partner providing financial services and exclusive offers to AICP companies
- Production Service Network Partner — Media sponsor of AICP
- Republic Productions Partner — Hosts the AICP Southwest chapter at its address in Dallas, TX.
- SAG-AFTRA Partner — Recognizes union holidays and likely collaborates on labor standards.
- Sony Pictures Studios Partner — Corporate partner offering exclusive services and promotional materials to AICP companies
- Sunny Organization for Film Partner — Media sponsor of AICP
- Teamsters Local 399 Partner — Negotiates and references scale rate agreements for labor contracts.
- Tessa Films Partner — Hosts the AICP Midwest chapter at its address in Chicago, IL.
- USA 829 Partner — Negotiates and references scale rate agreements for labor contracts.
- Universal Studios Lot & Universal Production Services Partner — Corporate partner offering exclusive services and promotional materials to AICP companies
- VER Partner — Media sponsor of AICP
- Warner Bros. Studios Partner — Media sponsor of AICP
- Wrapbook Partner — Corporate partner providing exclusive offers and promotional materials to AICP companies
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.
- Collective Representation Modelmethodology: collective_representationBy organizing regionally and nationally, the association amplifies the voice of independent commercial producers to influence industry standards and advocate for shared interests, because unified representation increases political and market leverage.
- Strategic Partnership Ecosystemmethodology: strategic_partnership_modelBy forming customized, collaborative partnerships with corporate and supporting entities, the association expands programming and member value, because mutually beneficial alliances enhance resource access, visibility, and influence.
- Technology-Integrated Professional Developmentmethodology: technology_education_webinarsBy delivering education on emerging technologies and integrating sector-specific software into core services, the association supports sustainable career growth and operational compliance, because combining technical training with practical tools addresses both skill and implementation gaps in the industry.