A "National Association" is a countrywide organization representing a specific group or field. It sets standards, offers services, and advocates for members at the national level.
About that time, the couple visited a former Sun City eatery called Boston Billy’s and met Robbie Motter, who was an influential member of the National Association of Female Entrepreneurs. Source: Internet
According to by the National Association of Manufacturers, an advocacy group representing 14,000 U.S. companies, 93.3 percent of respondents felt optimistic about their company’s outlook. Source: Internet
According to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, these plans include “a set of rules, risk classifications and sub-classifications, factors, discounts, surcharges, and fees applied to a base rate.” Source: Internet
A recent National Association of Corporate Directors study found directors averaging just 4.3 hours a week on board work. citation Directors for charities and not-for-profit organizations may receive no compensation for their board work. Source: Internet
Accredited by the Northwest Association of Accredited Schools and National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS). citation St. Paul's Academy is a college preparatory school. Source: Internet
Although the National Association held on for a few more seasons, it was no longer recognized as the premier organization for professional baseball. Source: Internet