The Consumer Cooperative Management Association (CCMA) Conference brings together leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the cooperative movement. Whether you’re new to the co-op world or a seasoned leader, CCMA offers the inspiration, education, and connection you need to take your co-op to the next level.
CCMA is for:
- Board Directors: Gain insights to strengthen governance, build trust with members, and plan strategically for your co-op’s future.
- General Managers and Executives: Explore new ideas in leadership, operations, finance, and member engagement to keep your co-op competitive and mission-driven.
- Department and Emerging Managers: Learn practical skills, share challenges, and connect with peers who understand the unique dynamics of cooperative management.
- Co-op Staff and Team Members: Discover how your role contributes to the larger cooperative ecosystem and bring back tools to improve communication, collaboration, and member service.
- Co-op Developers and Support Professionals: Connect with food co-ops and other cooperative enterprises to exchange expertise and expand your impact.
- Sector Allies and Partners: Join the conversation about how co-ops strengthen communities and local economies through shared ownership and democratic control.

Other CCMA Stats
- 80-90 food co-ops represented annually
- 350+ attendees from 35 states and Canada