American Association of Tissue Banks

Mclean, VA · Founded 1981

Advances safety and quality standards for human tissue and biologics through accreditation and education

Primary audience
Healthcare Providers
Work area
Standards Development
Topic
Medical Tissue Banking
Contact
Marc Pearce
Website Contact

About Organization

The organization sets standards and provides accreditation for tissue banks and biologics facilities across the United States. Based in McLean, VA, it operates with 16 employees and generated $7.0 million in revenue in 2024. The organization has shown consistent growth, with revenue increasing 32% from $5.3 million in 2020 to $7.0 million in 2024.

What They Focus On

Safety Standards

Establishes and enforces rigorous safety protocols for tissue and biologics processing to protect recipients

Professional Accreditation

Provides comprehensive accreditation programs that validate tissue banks meet highest quality and safety standards

Research Innovation

Supports scientific studies on tissue quality, safety protocols, and post-mortem processing to advance field knowledge

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$7.0M

+0% vs 2024

Assets (2024)

$8.5M

+0% vs 2024

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 — — — —
2024 $6,968,887 $6,133,354 $8,498,628 16
2023 — — — —
2023 $6,271,185 $6,416,323 $8,043,354 15
2022 — — — —
2022 $5,480,581 $5,277,346 $7,132,410 14
2021 — — — —
2021 $5,477,598 $4,755,693 $5,927,730 13
2020 — — — —
2020 $5,286,681 $4,306,004 $5,016,718 14

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Standard Setting

    Develops comprehensive safety and quality standards for tissue and biologics handling

  • 02

    Facility Assessment

    Conducts thorough evaluations of tissue banks and biologics facilities for accreditation

  • 03

    Professional Training

    Provides education and certification programs for tissue banking professionals

  • 04

    Research Advancement

    Supports studies that improve tissue safety, quality, and transplant outcomes

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Association of Tissue Banks

Accreditation Services

Evaluates and accredits tissue banks and biologics facilities to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards

Standards Development

Develops and maintains comprehensive standards for tissue and biologics processing, storage, and distribution

Educational Programs

Provides training and educational resources for tissue banking professionals through workshops and sponsored research

Research Support

Funds studies on tissue quality, safety protocols, and impacts of processing conditions

Donation Awareness

Partners with Donate Life to promote tissue and organ donation awareness nationwide

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Association of Tissue Banks.

MP

Marc Pearce

President & CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $487,411
JK

Jennifer Keller

Chief Administrative Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $233,721
KH

Kip Hanks

Director of Accreditation and Regulatory Affairs
Full-time
Compensation: $202,137
MS

Mario Sindaco

Director of Standards
Full-time
Compensation: $156,857
AD

Ashley Davis

Director of Communications
Full-time
Compensation: $133,338
JB

Julie Bly

Director of Membership
Full-time
Compensation: $130,118
HB

Haydee Barno

Director of Education
Full-time
Compensation: $127,884
MP

Marc Pearce

President & CEO
LC

Lisa Countis

Information Systems Manager
MC

Marcia Cram

Billing and Administrative Manager
KD

Kimberly Delk-Brooks

Accreditation and Regulatory Affairs Manager
JF

Jamie Footman

Technical and Administrative Manager
MG

Melissa Greenwald

Chief Medical Officer
EN

Eduardo Nunes

Vice President of Accreditation, Regulatory Affairs, and Standards
AV

Andrew Vogt

Director of Governmental Affairs

Milestones

1981

Organization Founded

1981

Established to advance safety and standards in tissue banking

2020

COVID-19 Research

2020

Launched SARS-CoV-2 tissue studies to ensure safety during pandemic

2022

Membership Growth

2022

Expanded services with new Director of Membership position

2024

Revenue Milestone

2024

Reached $7.0 million in annual revenue with 16 staff members

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AH
Alyssa Harrison Secretary/Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
BC
Bill Cassarly Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CH
Catherine Hankins Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CM
Christy Martinelli Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DL
Dan Lunn Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DW
Douglas Wilson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GH
George Herrera Chair-Elect 1.00 hrs/week
HT
Hannis Thompson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JB
James Bardsley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
JC
Jeff Cox Chair 1.00 hrs/week
JD
Jennifer Drago Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KM
Kimberly Monroe Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LJ
Louis Jares Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MD
Mark DeFilippis Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
MO
Melissa O'Connor Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RH
Rhonda Horstman Past Chair 1.00 hrs/week
RC
Ryan Cormier Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RN
Ryan Nelson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SA
Sally Alrabaa Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SL
Sarah Lopez Board Member 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$1.7M

Highest Paid

$534K

Marc Pearce

Compensated Officers

7

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Marc Pearce President And CEO $487,411 $46,997 $534,408 40
Jennifer Keller Chief Administrative Officer $233,721 $21,474 $255,195 40
Kip Hanks Director Of Accreditation And Regulatory Affairs $202,137 $44,323 $246,460 40
Mario Sindaco Director Of Standards $156,857 $42,413 $199,270 40
Julie Bly Director Of Membership $130,118 $35,373 $165,491 40
Ashley Davis Director Of Communications $133,338 $27,865 $161,203 40
Haydee Barno Director Of Education $127,884 $11,134 $139,018 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$323K

Total Forgiven

$327K

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

12

Loan Details 1 loan

$323,325
Forgiven
Forgiven: $326,972 100%
Approved Jun 18, 2020
Lender Truist Bank
Jobs Reported 12
Forgiven On Aug 2, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$235K Grants Given
5 Organizations

Top Grantees

5 total
UO
University Of California Davis LOS ANGELES, CA
$93K
DL
Donate Life America RICHMOND, VA · 2 grants
$51K
CT
Creative Testing Solutions PHOENIX, AZ
$47K
TT
Tissue Testing Technologies LLC CHARLESTON, SC
$35K
ND
Nevada Donor Network LAS VEGAS, NV
$10K
University Of California Davis Donate Life America Creative Testing Solutions Tissue Testing Technologies LLC Nevada Donor Network
University Of California Davis Donate Life America Creative Testing Solutions Tissue Testing Technologies LLC Nevada Donor Network

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

2 affiliated entities reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

2

Disregarded Entities

2
Aatb Tpg LLC
Mclean, VA
Perform Public Policy Activities
DRE
Income: $361K Assets: $401K
Aatb Tpg LLC
Mclean, VA
Perform Public Policy Activities
DRE
Income: $375K Assets: $125K

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
111 Registrations
76 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 76 total

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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing
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1 filing

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Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

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(703) 229-1020

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8200 Greensboro Dr Ste 404 Mclean, VA 22102