HSMAI

FAQ

  1. How much is HSMAI membership?
  2. What do I get for my membership?
  3. Is there a chapter in my market area?
  4. Do my dues include my chapter membership?
  5. Where can I find a list of education programs tailored for sales and marketing professionals?
  6. How do I get my CHME?
  7. How do I market my company's services or position my company with your members?
  8. What is the date and exhibitor registration fee for HSMAI's MEET?
  9. How do I update my information when I change properties?
  10. How can I submit an article to the HSMAI Marketing Review?
  11. Can I subscribe to the Marketing Review magazine without being a member of HSMAI?


How much is HSMAI membership?
  1. Residents of North America and all non-European countries. Regular membership for industry professionals is $365 per year for Hotel/Associate Members; $395 for Partner/Supplier Members; and just $60 for students and $90 for faculty.

    Two to 10 additional individuals can join for only $250 per person for Hotel/Associate Members and $280 for Partner/Supplier Members, after an initial member payment of the regular annual dues. All members must be from the same company or organization address in order to take advantage of the multiple membership option.

    HSMAI's Corporate Membership Program offers a benefit for corporations that join 11 or more members at the same time. For more on membership and membership benefits, go to About HSMAI.


What do I get for my membership?
  1. Membership includes a subscription to the award-winning, quarterly HSMAI Marketing Review magazine, twice-monthly eConnect Industry Trends eNewsletter, the HSMAI Member Update newsletter, and access to the HSMAI Foundation's eConnect research and resource Web site. In addition, becoming a member in HSMAI gives you membership in one of 60 local chapters around the world. Each chapter runs a series of educational, career development and networking events throughout the year. Other member benefits include access to exclusive content on this web site, savings on industry publications, reduced rates for exhibiting at our meeting planner trade shows, and discounts on many business-building tools and resources.


Is there a chapter in my market area?
  1. To see a listing of chapters around the world, please go to Chapter Information.


Do my dues include my chapter membership?
  1. Yes. Yearly dues include membership in your nearest chapter.


Where can I find a list of education programs tailored for sales and marketing professionals?
  1. HSMAI and its chapters run many educational programs across the country for sales and marketing professionals. Go to Education and Events to review the latest offerings. A listing of other sales and marketing educational opportunities around the country can also be found in that area.


How do I get my CHME?
  1. HSMAI's Certified Hospitality Marketing Executive (CHME) is a designation earned by those professionals who have effectively demonstrated the credibility, knowledge, expertise and confidence that has become increasingly necessary in today's fast-moving and ever-changing hospitality industry. Candidates must complete a professional paper and pass the CHME exam. For more on the CHME designation and process, please go to CHME Certification


How do I market my company's services or position my company with your members?
  1. There are a wide variety of events and publications in which HSMAI partners can market their goods and services, including the HSMAI Marketing Review magazine, the Business Solutions Directory, and International Travel Competition Awards Night Dinner. For more on the HSMAI Partnership Program, go to the About Sponsorship Page


What is the date and exhibitor registration fee for HSMAI's MEET?
  1. The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) has released the dates of its HSMAI’s MEET series for 2012, building on the highly successful debut of HSMAI’s MEET National in September.

    The 2012 HSMAI’s MEET event dates are as follows:

    HSMAI’s MEET Mid-America
    April 3-4, 2012
    Navy Pier
    Chicago, Ill.

    HSMAI’s MEET West
    May 30-31, 2012
    Anaheim Marriott
    Anaheim, Calif.

    HSMAI’s MEET National
    September 5-6, 2012
    Walter E. Washington Convention Center
    Washington, D.C.

    Go to www.hsmaimeet.com for more information


How do I update my information when I change properties?
  1. Updates can be done in the Members Only area on this web site. Go to the Update Information Page and follow the on-screen instructions.


How can I submit an article to the HSMAI Marketing Review?
  1. Contact Marketing Review Editor Ilsa Whittemore at (703) 610-9024 or iwhittemore@hsmai.org. CLICK HERE to download a copy of the HSMAI Marketing Review Writer's Guidelines.


Can I subscribe to the Marketing Review magazine without being a member of HSMAI?
  1. Yes. Subscriptions to HSMAI's award-winning quarterly magazine are available for $95 per year. Subscriptions can be processed through the Store located in the Resources area of this site.


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