Business-to-Business Resources

Marketing information is everywhere. BMA cuts through the clutter and filters out the most relevant tips and tactics you can put to work, fast. No other organization provides the same depth of information, specific to b-to-b marketing, media and communications including:

• An online newsletter featuring timely articles on business communication best practices, industry surveys, analysis of trends and helpful tips.
• Instant access to quality research and business practices available on the national BMA website.
• Handbooks, textbooks and videos you can purchase online.

Networking Opportunities

Corporate cutbacks and Internet connections cut down on face time and limit your ability to discuss business with colleagues in corridors. BMA provides a sounding board for new ideas, and can help you source advice, vendors or candidates for new positions with:

• Networking before monthly chapter meetings - join us for lunch and see!
  
• CareerLink connections
  
• BMA local and national Membership & Resource Directories
  
• Special events
  
• Volunteer opportunities

Career Guidance and CareerLink

BMA understands how tough it can be to get, change or fill a job. Which is why we developed CareerLink...the FREE service that brings prospective employers and employees together without risk or cost. Employers submit openings that are posted online each month. Members get a headstart on applying for positions and tips for making your resume stand-out. Volunteering to participate on BMA committees and at events, raises your exposure even higher among prestigious employers.

Professional Development

Who needs a mentor when you've got BMA? The St. Louis chapter assists members in getting the knowledge and exposure you need to take your career to the next level with:

• Local and regional educational seminars and meetings that keep you ahead of the business learning curve with real world information in a professional setting.
• Certified Business Communicator (CBC) professional accreditation and comprehensive courses that drastically cut training costs for you and your company.

Recognition

In the increasingly competitive business environment, you need all the kudos you can get to keep your job, get a better one, and/or get new clients. BMA helps you get the recognition you deserve with:

• Local Targeted Advertising & Marketing (TAM) awards and national Pro-Comm award competitions that allow you to demonstrate your winning style.
• Access to a National Membership & Resource Directory featuring reliable on-site assistance in a flash. And representation in the same guide for national exposure that will boost your business.

Affinity Benefits

As a BMA member, you'll enjoy group discounts on lots of products and services including:

• BMA Mastercard
  
• Health/life/disability, auto and liability insurance at group rates
  
• Inbound and outbound fax and e-mail services
  
• Discounts on business books from McGraw-Hill
  
• Discounts on express package shipping, and long-distance telephone charges
  
• $10 Savings on Monthly Meetings, $20 Savings on TAM AWARD entries

Partner Benefits

In addition to national affinity benefits, your local membership also helps you SAVE MORE THAN THE PRICE OF MEMBERSHIP with special offers created just for St. Louis members. All for the LOW PRICE of only $285.00 per year per person. Click on Membership Plans for details.