Membership Categories & Benefits

Private Service

multiple_staff_1Private Service Professionals take care of the daily details of managing an estate or home thereby freeing up time for their employer (Principal) to pursue other interests. This is a rather general description and actual duties will vary in each situation. The more complex the residence and standards of the home, typically the more sophisticated the professional should be.

Anyone who serves or maintains a residence can qualify to become a member of DEMA.  Our Professional Members will usually have one of/or a combination of these titles: Butler, Caretaker, Domestic Couple, Elder Caregiver, Enlisted Aides, Estate Manager, Household Manager, Houseman, Housekeeper, Major Domo, Nanny, Personal Assistant, Private/Personal Chef, Private Jet Staff , Property Manager and Yacht Crew. Furthermore, anyone who is currently seeking to become a Private Service Professional may join under this membership category.

Membership Benefits

Membership in the Domestic Estate Managers Association supplies you with the information, professional interaction and essential resources necessary to remain competitive. DEMA represents the most connected community of Private Servicestaff_break_1 Professionals in the industry and our membership continues to grow stronger each year.

As a member you will have access to benefits, contacts, resources and opportunities, all geared toward strengthening your knowledge, skills and confidence.  We are passionate and dedicated to supporting you throughout your career. The entire Association-from Headquarters to individual members-is ready to help you grow, both personally and professionally.


DEMA members have access to tools and resources that help them solve job related problems more efficiently.


The Top Ten Reasons to join the Domestic Estate Managers Association and propel your career to new heights:

1. Attend Free educational meetings & events to network with your Peers and Vendor Members.

2. Job Security! DEMA is a full time association created to offer a more efficient means of operation. Your membership is a value added resource.

3. DEMA has a directory of vendors throughout the nation that we have pre-qualified and certified to take the worry out of finding that trustworthy and reliable source.  We call this our Vendor Network.

4. Educational tools that are available online through a private membership login:
  • Webinars & webcasts
  • Podcasts
  • Video library
  • Educational article library

 

5. Surveys that will help shape the association and the industry

6. Relocation program designed for having an easier transition.

7. Member Health Insurance Program.

8. Monthly E-Newsletter

9. Membership Perks Program that includes discounts on products & services.

10. Career Center with the latest HR information and exclusive DEMA Member only Job Board.
 

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Principal Homeowner

Caslte_type_homePrincipal Homeowners are the driver of the Luxury Market and are the employers of our other membership categories.  Everything that DEMA does as a collective association ultimately is put in place to protect, preserve and service the estate and interests of the Principal.

High net worth individuals and families who are looking for more resources to help manage their estates are eligible to join DEMA. Employees of the Family Office are also allowed to join on behalf of the Principal. Our Principal Homeowner Members consist of HNW Families and Individuals who are looking for assistance in solving any need or interest in maintaining their residences or estates.

Membership Benefits

DEMA maintains a discreet, private and rapidly growing number of Private Service Professionals, Certified Vendors, Nationwide Affiliates, Domestic Placement Agencies, School and Educator Members who are here to service your needs.  All of our members abide by our mission statement and adhere to our rules of conduct, privacy policy and code of ethics so you will be treated with the professionalism and respect that you deserve.

 

Your Domestic Estate Managers Association membership provides the following benefits:

1. Security! DEMA is a full-time association created to offer a more efficient means of operation.  Your membership with DEMA is a value-added resource.

2. Health Insurance Program for your staff.

3. DEMA has a directory of vendors throughout the nation that we have pre-certified to take the worry out of finding that trustworthy and reliable source.  We call this our Vendor Network.

4. Educational tools available online through a private membership login:

  •  Webinars & webcasts
  •  Podcasts
  •  Video library
  •  Educational article library

 

5. Access to Placement Agencies, Educators and Schools that share the same ethics and professionalism as DEMA.

6. Networking meetings and free educational events that you can send your Professional Staff to in order to learn more skills.

7. Surveys that will help shape the association and the industry.

8. At DEMA, we do the homework so you don’t have to. You have a problem, DEMA will help solve it!

 

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Vendor

how_it_works_-_referralVendors are companies that perform work and services inside or outside of luxury estates and are able to apply for DEMA Membership (Examples: Painters, HVAC, Art Handlers, Cleaning Companies, Designers, etc.). DEMA is very particular on what companies are allowed to join the association.  We allow companies to apply for membership who adhere to our five star rating criteria. DEMA strives to have companies be a four or five star vendor in order to accept them into the network.

The star rating system is based on meeting the following requirements:

  • Proper licensing or industry certifications
  • Proper insurances to work in estate homes
  • Conducting background checks of their employees
  • Having a written and enforced drug policy
  • Companies that do not sub-contract their services

 

Membership Benefits

Our Vendor Members include a network of companies dedicated to assisting the needs of luxury estates. DEMA maintains a discreet and rapidly growing number of Private Service Professionals and luxury Principal Homeowners who demand the services of pre-screened and Certified Vendors.

Your Domestic Estate Managers Association membership provides the following benefits:

1. Ability to promote your company as a DEMA Certified Vendor.

2. Immediate exposure to Private Service Professionals & Principals in your area through our directory listings and monthly meetings.

3. Opportunity to host a webinar to introduce your company to the Association. DEMA will promote & provide the platform for you to deliver your message to the membership.

4. Educational tools that are available online through a private membership login:

  • Webinars & webcasts
  • Podcasts
  • Video library
  • Educational article library
  • Surveys that will help shape the association and the industry

 

5. Member Health Insurance Program.

6. Ability to create your own Podcast to educate your clientele.

7. Ability to host and attend networking meetings and events involving Private Service Professionals and Vendor Members.

8. Alliances with other industry leaders to help raise service standards.

9. Introduction to marketing strategies built exclusively to meet the needs of the Luxury Market.

 

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Affiliate

affiliatesOur Affiliates are nationwide or worldwide companies that offer solutions and products for estates are eligible to apply for membership. DEMA is always interested in partnering with organizations that follow the same principles we do and are committed to raising industry standards.

Membership Benefits

Our Affiliate Members include a network of nationwide or worldwide companies dedicated to assisting the needs of luxury estates. DEMA maintains a discreet and rapidly growing number of Private Service Professionals and luxury Principal Homeowners who demand the services of elite companies.

Your Domestic Estate Managers Association membership provides the following benefits:

1. Ability to promote your company as DEMA endorsed.

2. Immediate exposure to Private Service Professionals and Principal Homeowners throughout the nation and globe.

3. Educational tools that are available online through a private membership login. These tools include:

  • Webinars & webcasts
  • Podcasts
  • Video library
  • Educational article library
  • Surveys that will help shape the association and the industry

4. Opportunity to host a webinar to introduce your company to the Association. DEMA will promote & provide the platform to deliver your message to the membership.

5. Alliances with other industry leaders to help raise service standards.

6. Member Health Insurance Program.

7. Introduction to the "Luxury Market" through an Association whose core focus is to serve this market-exclusively.

8. Ability to host and attend networking meetings and events involving Private Service Professionals and Service Provider Members.


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Placement Agency

agency_officeDomestic Placement Agencies are job recruiters and companies that find employees to work in and manage estates/residences for Principals. There are over nine hundred placement agencies that specialize in Private Service in the United States.  

DEMA is dedicated to having agencies be a part of our membership that operate by our Service Provider code of ethics and treat our Private Service Professionals and Principal Members with the professionalism and respect that they deserve.

Membership Benefits

Our Placement Agency Members include a network of professional agencies that are dedicated to assisting the needs of luxury estates. DEMA maintains a discreet and rapidly growing number of Private Service Professionals and luxury Principal Homeowners who demand the services of elite companies.

Your Domestic Estate Managers Association membership provides the following benefits:

1. The ability to promote your placement agency as DEMA endorsed.

2. Immediate exposure to potential Principals, Family Offices & Candidates through your directory listing and monthly meetings.

3. Affiliation with the world's largest group of Private Service Professionals.

4. Educational tools available online through a private membership login. These tools continue to grow everyday and include:

  • Webinars & webcasts
  • Podcasts
  • Video library
  • Educational article library
  • Surveys that will help shape the association and the industry

5. Opportunity to host a Webinar to introduce your company to the Association. DEMA will promote & provide the platform for you to deliver your message to the Association.

6. Ability to post educational articles in the DEMA resource center.

7. Membership Perks Program that includes discounts on products & services.

8. Member Health Insurance Program for your staff.

9. Networking meetings and events involving Private Service Professionals and Service Provider Members.

 

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School & Educator

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Domestic Schools & Educators
There are over a dozen schools throughout the world that specialize in Butler & Household Management training.  This training usually ranges from 4 to 8 week courses.  In addition, there are many consultants that offer in home/ hands on training as opposed to formalized classroom style training.

We welcome any school or educator that is committed to raising industry standards & professionalism to apply for DEMA Membership. Domestic Placement Agencies and Schools follow a similar membership application process.

Membership Benefits

Our School & Educator Members include a network of professional teachers that are dedicated to assisting the needs of luxury estates. DEMA maintains a discreet and rapidly growing number of Private Service Professionals and luxury Principal Homeowners who demand the services of elite companies.

Your Domestic Estate Managers Association membership provides the following benefits:

1. The ability to promote your school or services as DEMA endorsed.

2. Immediate exposure to potential Principals & Students through your directory listing and monthly meetings.

3. Affiliation with the world's largest group of Private Service Professionals.

4. Educational tools available online through a private membership login. These tools continue to grow everyday and include:

  • Webinars & webcasts
  • Podcasts
  • Video library
  • Educational article library
  • Surveys that will help shape the association and the industry

5. Opportunity to host a webinar to introduce your company to the Association. DEMA will promote & provide the platform for you to deliver your message to the Association.

6. Opportunity to market any educational books, programs or tools.

7. Membership Perks Program that includes discounts on products & services.

8. Member Health Insurance Program for your staff.

9. Networking meetings and events involving Private Service Professionals and Service Provider Members.




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