Help ABA Bring In New Members In 2009 And Earn A Cash Reward

As an ABA member, you're a savvy business leader who knows the benefits of belonging to the American Bus Association. We're asking you to tell others how ABA provides advocacy in government, knowledge, networking, and business development opportunities. Share the ABA advantage with a friend, client, or vendor in the industry--including motorcoach companies and our operators, travel and tourism organizations, and manufacturers and suppliers of bus products and services. Help them join ABA and you'll be a winner.

Recruit a new member and receive a $25 (USD) gift card. Also, for each new member you recruit, your name is entered for a chance to win a $1,000 reward.

Strengthen the motorcoach and group travel industry by helping the American Bus Association grow. The more members we have the more resources to remain visible before government officials and to expand our reach.

Enhanced member services for professional development and business cost reduction potential profit for you.

If you have questions about the campaign or ABA membership, please contact Meetings, Education & Member Services at abamembership@buses.org.

This campaign is open to all ABA members in good standing. Prizes awarded for new member organizations that are not the recruiter's employer or for reinstated members that have not been members in the last 18 months.

Print the application. Put your contact info in the "referred by" section of the membership applications, then distribute them.

If your colleagues prefer to apply online, ask them to include your name on the application.

A new member is officially credited to the recruiter when the prospect becomes a member and membership payment has been made.

Campaign rules and prizes are subject to change by ABA. No purchase necessary for current members to enter or win. All federal, state, provincial, and local laws apply. Void where prohibited.

Follow up is important. After sending your prospect an application, please follow up with him or her to make sure the application has been sent to ABA. If they have questions, call the ABA Marketing and Membership Department at (202) 842-1645 and request that a staff person call the prospect on your behalf.

Personalize the process and answer questions. Let your colleague know what you find most valuable about ABA membership. Tailor your comments to the company's individual needs and highlight ABA member benefits you think the prospect will find most useful.

If budget is an issue, be specific about the returns you have received on your investment in membership. In most cases, that far outweighs the reasonable membership fee.