Jones McAden & Associates

Jones McAden & Associates Jones, McAden & Associates (JMA) is an Association Management, Government Relations, and Event Planni In 1982 McAden retired and sold the firm to Joe S.

Jones, McAden & Associates (JMA) is a public relations firm specializing in association management, government relations, and event planning. The firm provides complete association management services for groups too small to hire a staff and operate an office, but too large to be run effectively by volunteers. offers complete services including administration, newsletters writing, directories, media relations, lobbying, meeting planning, financial services, special events, strategic planning, and any other services required by client organizations. Experience with various government agencies gives JMA insight into state government and the legislature. JMA's current clients include:

~ The American Council of Engineering Companies of South Carolina (ACEC-SC)

~The South Carolina Coalition for Law Suit Reform (SCCLR)

~The South Carolina Society of Professional Engineers (SCSPE)

~The South Carolina Society of Professional Land Surveyors (SCSPLS)

~The South Carolina Engineering Conference & Trade Show

The firm provides organizations with specific services to comply with specific demands or financial restraints. For instance, JMA provides total services for some clients, while only writing newsletters and planning events for others. The firm has the ability to match groups' needs with specific services. The following explanation of services should assist prospective clients as they consider engaging the association management firm for some or all of its services. Fees are negotiated on the amount of work and responsibilities the client requires of the firm. JMA is an association management and public relations firm that has operated since 1975. James McAden founded the firm to offer association management, lobbying, and public relations. Jones, APR, who changed the firm's name to Jones, McAden & Associates (JMA). In 2017 Jones McAden & Associates, LLC was formed with Principals Joe S. Jones, Adam B. Jones, and Allison Jones King. Jones McAden & Associates, LLC has manages award-winning conferences, is active in the SC Statehouse lobby and plans numerous events a year. How can JMA help you?

Today is Patriot Day; may we always remember, never forget. 🇺🇸
09/11/2026

Today is Patriot Day; may we always remember, never forget. 🇺🇸

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. 🇺🇸We will reopen for regu...
09/07/2026

Please note that our office will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of Labor Day. 🇺🇸
We will reopen for regular business hours on Tuesday, September 8. Have a safe and happy holiday!

Congratulations to Anne Heiler on her appointment to the South Carolina Society of Association Executives Board of Direc...
08/14/2026

Congratulations to Anne Heiler on her appointment to the South Carolina Society of Association Executives Board of Directors!
We are proud to see Anne continue to represent JMA and contribute her experience and perspective to the association management profession across South Carolina.
Congratulations, Anne! We can't wait to see all you'll accomplish.

We're proud to celebrate Adam B. Jones — Principal at JMA and Lobbyist for ACEC-SC, SCSPE, and SCSPLS — on being named t...
08/14/2026

We're proud to celebrate Adam B. Jones — Principal at JMA and Lobbyist for ACEC-SC, SCSPE, and SCSPLS — on being named the 2026 Outstanding Advocate of the Year by the South Carolina Society of Association Executives!
This award recognizes Adam's exceptional advocacy and leadership. Through his dedication to advancing the interests of the associations and industries he serves, Adam continues to make a meaningful impact across South Carolina.
Congratulations, Adam! 👏

Congratulations to Allison Jones King, Principal at JMA and SCSPLS Executive Director, on being named the 2026 Associati...
08/14/2026

Congratulations to Allison Jones King, Principal at JMA and SCSPLS Executive Director, on being named the 2026 Association Executive of the Year by the South Carolina Society of Association Executives! 🏆👏
This well-deserved honor recognizes Allison's exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and unwavering commitment to the associations and members she serves.
We're incredibly proud to celebrate this achievement, and grateful for Allison's leadership at JMA. Congratulations!

08/14/2026
Shoutout to Allison King, Past President, and Anne Heiler, Communications Committee Chair, for their continued leadershi...
08/10/2026

Shoutout to Allison King, Past President, and Anne Heiler, Communications Committee Chair, for their continued leadership and dedication to the SC Society of Association Executives (SCSAE)! 👏
Thank you, Allison, for announcing the election of this year's officers, and Anne, for giving a committee update at the SCSAE Annual Business Meeting. 🌟

We’re back in the office today. Thanks for your patience!
08/07/2026

We’re back in the office today. Thanks for your patience!

Quick notice: our internet and phone lines arestill down after yesterday's storm. We'll be back onlineas soon as service...
08/07/2026

Quick notice: our internet and phone lines are
still down after yesterday's storm. We'll be back online
as soon as service is restored. Thanks for your
patience! 📵

Address

826 Assembly Street/PO Box 11937
Columbia, SC
29201/29211

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

(803) 771-4271

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