What is the International Association
of Professional Brochure Distributors?

The IAPBD is an international group of experienced, professional brochure distribution companies whose focus includes, but is not limited to, the tourism industry. Our members share common interests in the practices, procedures and problems unique to our industry, and are guided by a common code of ethics. The goal of the Association is to foster the delivery of services to our brochure-advertising clients with Integrity, Quality and Results.

In 2002, IAPBD members provided brochure service to 36,000 displays and collectively distributed 600 million brochures. In 2003, the Association completed its second member-sponsored research project. The results will be published in early 2004.

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Why Consider Membership?

Belonging to the International Association of Professional Brochure Distributors brings many benefits to any brochure distribution company. In addition to supporting and promoting our industry, membership in IAPBD brings excellent networking opportunities with other companies in the same business. Here are some of the benefits of IAPBD membership:

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Membership Benefits

Belonging to the International Association of Professional Brochure Distributors brings many benefits to any brochure distribution company. In addition to supporting and promoting our industry, membership in IAPBD brings excellent networking opportunities with other companies in the same business. Here are some of the benefits of IAPBD membership:

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Membership Application Fees and Dues
2006 - 2007
Full Members of the Association

Initial Fee: $500.00
Prospective new members shall pay an Initial Fee of $500.00. This fee includes any costs the Association may incur during a site visit to prospective New Members facilities. For members joining between November 1 and March 31 of the following year, this includes Annual Dues up to October 31st of the Association year in which they are accepted into the Association. Members joining between April 1 and October 31 of any year will be credited with Dues Paid until October 31st of the following year.

Annual Membership Dues $375.00
Annual Membership Dues are for the Association's Fiscal Year (November 1 - October 31) and are currently set at $375.00 per member.

ALLIED MEMBERS OF THE ASSOCIATION
Applicants for Allied Membership pay Dues of $400 per Membership Year (November 1 - October 31). For Allied Members joining between November 1 and March 31 of the following year, this includes Annual Dues up to October 31st of the Association year in which they are accepted into the Association. Members joining between April 1 and October 31 of any year will be credited with Dues Paid until October 31st of the following year.

A CHECK FOR THE APPLICABLE INITIAL FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP.

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What Our Members Are Saying

"I was initially skeptical about joining IAPBD. I thought I might lose company 'secrets' or clients. Instead, I learned that every company in our industry faces similar opportunities and challenges, and I have definitely benefited from discussing these issues with other business owners.

Clients and prospects often ask us if we know who handles distribution in areas outside our territory. We always refer these people to an IAPBD member. In turn, we have received referrals resulting in substantial contracts.

Finally, this group understands how to balance work and play. Our meetings are always a blast! I can't wait for the next one!"

-- James Morrison, President
Getaways On Display

"The IAPBD is the voice of our industry, and provides a portal for prospective advertisers to find and locate vital contact information from IAPBD members. In addition to the marketing opportunities, the Association has also commissioned groundbreaking research regarding the effectiveness of brochure display rack advertising. The Association is in the process of commissioning follow-up research on developments affecting the future of our industry.

In addition to the marketing, promotion and research programs, the Association also conducts an annual 'Best Brochure' design competition that recognizes effective and dynamic brochures and rack cards submitted by the member companies.

The IAPBD is here to serve brochure distribution companies of all sizes, and all members can share in the many benefits of membership. We strongly recommend membership in the International Association of Professional Brochure Distributors to any brochure display rack service company!"

-- Patrick Fearn, President
Certified Folder Display Service, Inc.

"As a member of APBD for the last 14 years, I have enjoyed establishing both social and professional relationships with other member companies. In a locally competitive market my membership tells our customers that we adhere to industry ethics and standards. My membership has given me a window to the industry in general while in particular providing a forum for the many issues related to the operation of a brochure distribution company -- marketing, operations, efficiency of management, etc.

It has been fun to visit other markets during the annual meetings and informally swap observations with other members. I feel I have been given excellent advice on occasion and have been able to avoid problems because of it. While fellow members have been helpful in occasionally referring business to us, perhaps more than the financial benefits have been the knowledge that through our membership we are giving a little back to an industry which has been very good to us."

-- Jim Sullivan
Here's Where Inc.

International Association of Professional Brochure Distributors -
Extract from Association By-Laws

Article 2
Membership

Section 1. Definition: A member shall be an organization or individual who adheres to the purposes of the Association and meets the criteria for membership as stated below. Membership in the Association requires the personal participation of the principal(s) or officer (s) of the member's organization named in the application in daily operation of the member's business.

Section 2. New Members: Application for membership shall be filed with the Membership Committee of the Association on such forms as that Committee may adopt for that purpose. Said Committee shall make such investigation as it may deem proper as to the business, financial responsibility and reputation of the applicant. So long as the applicant satisfies the membership requirements set forth in Article II, Section 3 of these By-Laws and provided that the applicant's application and the Membership Committee's review of the application does not disclose that the applicant's business background or that of it's principals is inconsistent with the standards of the good business conduct required of members, the applicant will be approved for membership in the Association.

Section 3. Qualifications for Membership: The Membership Committee shall review all applications for membership to ensure that the individual or entity applying for membership meets the criteria as set forth below. The Membership Committee may recommend changes to these criteria at any Annual Meeting by circulating the proposed changes to members at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Meeting and requesting a vote to approve same at the meeting.

a) Applicant shall have engaged in the brochure distribution business for a period of at least five years prior to the date of application for membership. The time period may be reduced or waived by the Committee if the applicant can demonstrate substantial business experience in a related field for at least five years and otherwise meets the requirements for membership of the Association.

b) Applicant must have a minimum of 150 distribution locations, with an average minimum of twenty (20) pockets per rack within it's distribution network.

c) Applicant must provide evidence that 90% of those locations have applicant-owned display racks, which are being serviced by applicant employees, in person, on a regular minimum basis of one time per month during the applicant service season.

d) Neither applicant nor any of it's principals or officers shall (I) have been found to have violated any of the United States federal anti-trust laws, by any court, administrative or a regulatory agency (including the United States Department of Justice or Federal Trade Commission) (ii) have been convicted of a criminal offense (other than misdemeanor traffic violations) or (iii) have had more than three (3) complaints or allegations of unfair deceptive or manipulative business practices or conduct filed against them with the Better Business Bureau or any similar entity or any court or other regulatory or administrative body.

Section 5. Change of Ownership Interest: In the event of a change of ownership of a member firm which results in the transfer of 25% or more of the control of the firm (either by shares in the case of a Corporation or partnership interest in the case of a partnership), transfer of membership in the Association is not automatic. The new ownership must file a completed application form together with a non-refundable Transfer Application Fee of $250 within sixty (60) days of the date of Acquisition. The Membership Committee shall review the qualifications and background of the new Owner/Partner and report to the President within 120 days as provided in Article IV, Section 3c. The Initiation Fee will be waived in the event of Transfer of Ownership Interest.

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