American Coatings Association Inc

Washington, DC · Founded 1933

Trade association advancing the paint and coatings industry through advocacy, research, and professional development

Primary audience
Industry professionals
Work area
Trade advocacy
Topic
Coatings industry
Contact
James Andrew Doyle
Website Contact

About Organization

American Coatings Association serves as the chief advocate and spokesperson for the paint and coatings industry before government and public, both domestically and globally. Based in Washington, DC, the organization has operated since 1933 and employs 94 staff members. With annual revenue of $12.1 million and assets of $40 million, it represents industry professionals and companies throughout the coatings sector.

What They Focus On

Industry Advocacy

Represents coatings manufacturers and professionals before government bodies to shape policies supporting innovation and growth

Technical Standards

Develops and promotes industry standards for product quality, safety, and environmental stewardship in coatings manufacturing

Member Services

Provides education, research, networking, and resources to advance the professional success of coatings industry members

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$12.1M

+58.5% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$9.2M

+2.6% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$40.0M

-0.1% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

94

+4.4% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $12,101,240 $9,207,110 $40,042,371 94
2023 $7,633,205 $8,977,733 $40,085,241 90
2022 $8,820,986 $8,385,594 $41,011,457 91
2021 $8,001,381 $7,643,979 $33,658,051 73
2020 $7,463,462 $8,824,308 $31,269,914 66
2019 $11,850,970 $9,807,612 $30,884,134 76
2018 $10,914,530 $9,371,271 $26,495,553 75

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Monitor Issues

    Track legislative, regulatory, and industry developments that impact coatings manufacturers and professionals

  • 02

    Engage Stakeholders

    Convene member companies and professionals to align priorities and develop unified industry positions

  • 03

    Advocate Solutions

    Present industry perspectives to policymakers, regulators, and the public through testimony and communications

  • 04

    Advance Standards

    Establish technical guidelines and educational resources that strengthen the coatings industry nationwide

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Coatings Association Inc

Government Advocacy

Represents coatings industry interests before federal and state government bodies, ensuring regulatory policies support industry needs

Industry Standards

Develops technical standards and best practices for paint and coatings manufacturing, safety, and environmental compliance

Professional Development

Provides education, training, and networking opportunities for coatings industry professionals to advance their careers

Public Education

Communicates the value and benefits of coatings to protect, preserve, and enhance products and infrastructure

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Coatings Association Inc.

JA

James Andrew Doyle

President & CEO
32 hrs/week
Compensation: $785,092
MW

Michael Williams Johnson

President & CEO
30 hrs/week
Compensation: $325,290
HM

Heidi McAuliffe

SVP of Government Affairs
20 hrs/week
Compensation: $141,616
JL

Jessica Logan

Senior VP & CFO
20 hrs/week
Compensation: $129,897
CM

Cheryl Matthews

VP of Events and Expositions
Full-time
Compensation: $206,490
RZ

Riaz Zaman

Senior Counsel, Government Affairs
Full-time
Compensation: $200,649
KB

Karen Bab

Associate General Counsel
22 hrs/week
Compensation: $124,022
MG

Melissa Gibbons

Associate General Counsel
4 hrs/week
Compensation: $22,180
GL

Gary LeRoux

Cpca
1 hrs/week
JM

John Milgram

PaintPAC
1 hrs/week
BC

Ben Corona

Director
BB

Bob Bourque

Director
BD

Brandon Devis

Director
BK

Brian Klinger

Director
CV

Carlos Verdejo

Director
CH

Chris Hicks

Director
CV

Chris Villavarayan

Director
DW

David Wolf

Director
EK

Eric Kaiser

Director
FS

Frank Sullivan

Director
GP

Greg Poux-Guillaume

Director
HP

Heidi Petz

Director
JD

Jay Doubman

Director
JM

Jeff McManus

Director
JW

Jeff White

Director
JS

Joanne Sekella

Director
JR

John Romano

Director
JV

John Vanderpool

Director
KA

Karl Altergott

Director
KS

Kellie Schaffner

Director
KM

Kerry Mattox

Director
LT

Luis Tolosa

Director
MK

Manabu Katagiri

Director
MF

Mark Forrest

Director
MS

Megan Selby

Director
MZ

Michael Zink

Director
MW

Mike Walton

Director
MP

Myron Petruch

Director
NL

Nils Lessman

Director
PK

Paul Krueger

Director
RR

Renata Rodrigues

Director
SH

Steve Hentzen

Director
TK

Tim Knavish

Director

Milestones

1933

Association Founded

1933

American Coatings Association established to represent the paint and coatings industry

1935

Tax-Exempt Status

1935

Received IRS tax-exempt ruling as a nonprofit trade association

2019

Revenue Peak

2019

Reached record revenue of $11.9 million reflecting expanded membership and programs

2024

Growth Milestone

2024

Achieved highest revenue of $12.1 million with 94 employees serving the industry

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

JW
Jeff Wasikowski SVP, GC, and Corp Secretary 19.00 hrs/week · $138,645
BC
Ben Corona Director 0.50 hrs/week
BB
Bob Bourque Director 0.50 hrs/week
BD
Brandon Devis Director 0.50 hrs/week
BK
Brian Klinger Director 0.50 hrs/week
CV
Carlos Verdejo Director 0.50 hrs/week
CB
Chase Bean Vice Chair & Treasurer 0.50 hrs/week
CH
Chris Hicks Director 0.50 hrs/week
CV
Chris Villavarayan Director 0.50 hrs/week
DC
Dan Calkins Past Chair 0.50 hrs/week
DP
David Penichter ISC Chair 0.50 hrs/week
DW
David Wolf Director 0.50 hrs/week
EK
Eric Kaiser Director 0.50 hrs/week
FS
Frank Sullivan Director 0.50 hrs/week
GP
Greg Poux-Guillaume Director 0.50 hrs/week
HP
Heidi Petz Director 0.50 hrs/week
JD
Jay Doubman Director 0.50 hrs/week
JM
Jeff McManus Director 0.50 hrs/week
JP
Jeff Powell Chair 0.50 hrs/week
JW
Jeff White Director 0.50 hrs/week
JS
Joanne Sekella Director 0.50 hrs/week
JR
John Romano Director 0.50 hrs/week
JV
John Vanderpool Director 0.50 hrs/week
KA
Karl Altergott Director 0.50 hrs/week
KS
Kellie Schaffner Director 0.50 hrs/week
KM
Kerry Mattox Director 0.50 hrs/week
LT
Luis Tolosa Director 0.50 hrs/week
MK
Manabu Katagiri Director 0.50 hrs/week
MF
Mark Forrest Director 0.50 hrs/week
MS
Megan Selby Director 0.50 hrs/week
MZ
Michael Zink Director 0.50 hrs/week
MW
Mike Walton Director 0.50 hrs/week
MP
Myron Petruch Director 0.50 hrs/week
NL
Nils Lessman Director 0.50 hrs/week
PK
Paul Krueger Director 0.50 hrs/week
RR
Renata Rodrigues Director 0.50 hrs/week
SH
Steve Hentzen Director 0.50 hrs/week
SR
Steve Revnew PC Chair 0.50 hrs/week
TK
Tim Knavish Director 0.50 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)

$2.5M

Highest Paid

$834K

James Andrew Doyle

Compensated Officers

9

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
James Andrew Doyle President & CEO $785,092 $48,759 $833,851 32
Michael Williams Johnson President & CEO $325,290 $31,401 $356,691 30
Riaz Zaman Senior Counsel, Government Affairs $200,649 $57,432 $258,081 40
Cheryl Matthews VP Of Events And Expositions $206,490 $49,026 $255,516 40
Jeff Wasikowski SVP, Gc, And Corp Secretary $138,645 $57,993 $196,638 19
Jessica Logan Senior VP & CFO $129,897 $60,568 $190,465 20
Karen Bab Associate General Counsel $124,022 $56,972 $180,994 22
Heidi Mcauliffe SVP Of Government Affairs $141,616 $30,936 $172,552 20
Melissa Gibbons Associate General Counsel $22,180 $24,021 $46,201 4

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

Related Organizations

3 affiliated entities reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

3

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

2
PaintCare Inc
Washington, DC
Paint Recycling Program.
501(c) 501(c)(3)
ACA PaintPAC
Washington, DC
Political Action Committee
501(c) 527

Taxable Partnership

1
American Coatings Media LLC
Washington, DC
Trade show
Taxable

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

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
1 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

American Coatings Association
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

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Email

[email protected]

Phone

(202) 462-6272

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901 New York Ave NW 300w Washington, DC 200014831