The National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO) is the largest exhibition trade organization globally, representing over 35,000 movie screens in all 50 states and cinemas in 101 countries. With its headquarters in Washington, D. C., and a second office in Los Angeles, California, NATO holds a strong presence in both the nation's capital and the entertainment industry hub.

NATO actively engages in federal policy-making and collaborates with movie distributors on various areas of mutual concern, such as new technologies, legislation, marketing, and First Amendment issues. They have a strong advocacy program that focuses on protecting and advancing the motion picture exhibition industry. NATO supports exhibitors in understanding and utilizing cinema technologies, facing government relations challenges, fighting movie theft, and enforcing the voluntary ratings system.

In addition, NATO cultivates initiatives in the marketing arena to explore innovative ways of attracting patrons to the cinema experience. They also provide patron education materials and employee training to promote responsible decision-making. With a membership that includes major cinema chains worldwide as well as independent theater owners, NATO offers an exciting opportunity to be part of their organization