As an individual membership, professional society, NCMA is led by volunteer members who are elected officers.
Leadership occurs on the national, regional, and chapter level.
The Board of Directors is the primary, national governing body. The Board consists of 24 National Officers, who make up the Executive Council , plus one National Director from each of the 141 chapters. The National Officers are authorized to appoint Functional Directors to provide assistance in the accomplishment of their goals and objectives. In addition, the Board of Advisors provides top-level counsel to the National Officers of NCMA in planning and achieving the Association's objectives. Their greatest responsibility is the development of future leaders for the organization.