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Recently Added Benefits

  • February 21-23: $600 discount for BMA Members to attend the 2008 Online Marketing Summit in San Diego CA: http://www.onlinemarketingsummit.com/
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  • Focus on Energy 2008 Green Manufacturing Summit
    Presented by Bradley Corporation
    WHEN: Tuesday, Jan. 29, 2007 8 a.m. – Noon
    WHERE: Schlitz Audubon Nature Center – Bayside, Wis.

    Don't miss this opportunity to learn what many high-performing manufacturers already know – “Green” practices are not only better for the environment, they are also successful strategies for reducing operating costs and competing globally. Business leaders , architects, engineers and other green experts will share best practices and tips for  small and mid-sized manufacturers .  Continental breakfast will be served and the event is free . Highlights: · Keynote from Ann Beier, City of Milwaukee 's Office of Sustainability · Lively panel discussion moderated by The Business Journal · Concurrent breakout sessions on LEED, efficient lighting, waste management and more
    Click here to register     ( www.bradleycorp.com/green summit ) -- don't wait, spa ce is limited!

Connect to Information

No other organization provides more on-target business-to-business information resources. Our international Web site, www.marketing.org offers the collected wisdom and best practices of industry leaders as well as proprietary research on important topics. The Business2Business Marketer is our 10X/year publication on business marketing strategies and tactics. B2B Direct is a bi-monthly e-mail newsletter that focuses on new research and resources.

Professional Certification

BMA is the only organization to offer professional certification in both the field of business-to-business marketing and marketing communications. Both the Certified Business Marketer (CBM) and the Certified Business Communicator (CBC) designations represent a career-building achievement as well as competency in the profession.

Seminars and Conferences

As a member, you can take advantage of reduced rates for the annual conference and numerous local and regional seminars, all offering action-oriented, informative programs conducted by leading academics and practitioners.

Connect to Connections

Since careers today are a do-it-yourself project, it's important that you connect with a network of contributing professionals who will help you grow and achieve your goals.

BMA Chapters

The right people can serve as a source of advice on strategies, tactics, and recommendations on vendors and job candidates. BMA supports chapter in key business centers throughout the U.S. that hold monthly meetings, seminars and other special events.

Buyer's Guide

Need to find the best practitioner or service provider anywhere in, or out of the country? You'll find them by name, company and/or area of expertise in this online directory of suppliers.

Membership Directory

An online directory of members, searchable by name, company and/or chapter.

CareerLink

Whether you are looking for a new job or someone to fill one in your organization, BMA's CareerLink and the online CareerCorner offer valuable employment resources.

Connect to Perks that Perform

Whether you work for a large organization or you run your own business, BMA partners offer cost effective services that everyone can use.

Here's what we offer:

  • An alliance with BPA International that provides reciprocal membership and access to their circulation and interactive marketing intelligence
  • A co-branding relationship with Internet Wire that provides the latest news, news releases, photos and multimedia content on the BMA site
  • Electronic access to the Journal of Business-to-Business Marketing, quality research, scholarship and state of the art practice of business marketing
  • A joint continuing education Web site with Jones International University with discounts on courses and e-seminars
  • BMA MasterCard with many user benefits
  • Auto and liability insurance at group rates through Liberty Mutual
  • Discounts on business books from McGraw-Hill and Haworth Press
  • Discounts on express package shipping from FedEx and Airborne Express
  • Car rental discounts from Avis and Alamo
  • Discounts on office supplies from PennyWise

Connect to Tradition

Founded in 1922 as the National Association of Industrial Advertisers, BMA encompasses a lifetime of experience in business-to-business marketing and communications. For more than 80 years, BMA has been the preeminent service organization for professionals in this vital industry.

Industry Recognition

G.D. Crain, Jr. Award is given annually to a BMA member who has exhibited exceptional dedication and support to the organization.

W.A. Marsteller Award recognizes the outstanding achievements of senior-level executives in support of business marketing and marketing communications.

Pro-Comm is BMA's annual awards competition that recognizes and rewards the best b-to-b marketing communications.

BMA Agency of the Year recognizes outstanding creative efforts in b-to-b marketing communications and support of the BMA.

Chapter Achievement Awards recognize the efforts of the volunteers in BMA's local chapters.