Who We Are

The Domestic Estate Managers Association is a worldwide educational association for the Private Service Community.  DEMA was founded in 2007 and is based out of Southeast Michigan in the United States. The Domestic Estate Managers Association was created to provide a forum for Private Service Professionals and certified service vendors interested in better serving & protecting the best interests of their clients. The fundamental purpose of the association is to raise industry standards. Our members have access to local chapter meetings, educational materials, webinars and a network of individuals striving to make a difference in the industry.  

DEMA provides the Private Service Community with invaluable resources to tackle everyday challenges, thus we are increasing job security and empowering our members to ensure they protect and preserve the estates they are involved in managing. 

In a few short years DEMA is pleased to announce that our membership has expanaded into over 43 states and 18 countries! In addition our Service Provider Network is host to companies in 10 states and Canada.

We invite you to join us in our mission and begin to enjoy access to the best Private Service resources available!

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Domestic Estate Managers Association Mission Statement:

DEMA and our members have a mission to develop and provide a transparent platform of consistent standards, continuing education, networking opportunities and an attitude of cooperation in a unique and dynamic profession.  All the while, serving and providing services to our Principal Employers to the highest standards available within and outside of this association.

All of our members choose to operate with INTEGRITY, TRUST, CONFIDENTIALTY AND MUTUAL RESPECT as their foundational cornerstones toward service. Furthermore, we are motivated by an attitude of service that is driven by these cornerstones and Professional/ Personal Relationships, Lawful Behavior, Dedication, Continuing Education, Personal Development and Mentorship with each other.

Domestic Estate Managers Association Vision Statement:

By becoming the largest association for Private Service Professionals in the world, our members will be able to leverage our  resources to raise industry standards not only in the Domestic/ Private Service Industry, but also the standards for anyone that provides service for the most demanding clients.

“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success.”
Henry Ford