1. Networking -The NBA provides many opportunities to network with other businesspersons and potential customers, via Program Meetings and other offerings.

2. Education - Invaluable information about important business issues is offered at the NBA’s monthly program meetings.

3. Member to member benefits - NBA members offer discounts, promotions, unique services to other NBA members.

4. SCORE - The NBA has a relationship with SCORE. Members have access to free professional business consulting.

5. Advertising - NBA members receive discounted display ads at the Needham Times, and have an opportunity to participate in special advertising sections. Also, See RAY of Hope, Project VAN and direct sponsorship of Events for exclusive advertising opportunities.

6. Local government - The NBA is in close contact with local officials to ensure important business related issues are communicated to members.

7. Website - NBA members are listed on the NBA’s website, needhambusiness.com

8. Referrals - A referral program is in place to direct local consumers to NBA members.

9. Cable TV - NBA members have been featured on the cable TV program “Meet Your Needham Merchant”, with Mark Silverman.

10. Insurance - The NBA has relationships with several insurance professionals that can assist you with your business insurance needs.

For membership information, please contact:
Kathy Lewis – Membership Chair
781-444-1155