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Join us as a supplier
Full membership
BESA membership wins trust – and opens doors. But the assurance BESA membership brings educators reflects the high standards of suppliers and the rigorous joining criteria we look for. To see what you need to become a member and how the process works, apply for membership.
What’s included
Research
Policy
Export support
Events and networking
Discounts
Special interest groups
Training
Recognition and awards
Criteria
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Supply the education market for a minimum of two years
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Be able to demonstrate financial stability
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Comply with the BESA Code of Practice
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Have a UK base and be either a UK registered company or firm based solely in the UK
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Be subject to normal trading arrangements and commercial in outlook and operations
Launchpad subscription
Getting established in the educational suppliers sector can be challenging. We developed our Launchpad service to support UK-incorporated start-ups and SMEs across the sector. As such, you’ll have access to exceptional training, weekly insights, policy updates and networking events. See what you need to gain a place in the community.
What’s included
Research
Policy
Export support
Events and networking
Discounts
Special interest groups
Training
Recognition and awards
Criteria
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Your company has recently started to supply or intend to supply the education market
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Fulfil BESA’s membership criteria excepting the two-year criterion and being able to demonstrate financial stability
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You agree to abide by the BESA Code of Practice
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You own, or work for, a UK registered company
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Your company isn’t a subsidiary of a parent-company that would be eligible for full membership
Your application journey
Committing to BESA’s Code of Practice
Every one of our members signs up to our Code of Practice. It’s a condition of joining BESA – and one of the qualities that sets us apart as an organisation. A commitment to responsible business practices and high-quality products and services, our Code of Practice brings educators trust and lasting peace of mind.
Join us as a partner
Our new partnership programme offers exclusive access and opportunity to engage with our members.
Immerse yourself in our industry-recognised events, where the brightest minds and innovators in the education supplier sector come together.
Join us as a sponsor
Our new sponsorship programme offers opportunities to amplify your brand, connect with key stakeholders, and engage directly with the UK education supply sector.
Increase your visibility and benefit from being associated with the independent voice of UK education suppliers. Reach your target audience on a platform our members trust and use regularly in their day-to-day business operations.
International service
We support many international companies targeting the UK education sector. As well as making client introductions, we identify possible partners. We can also provide you with research, give you access to events and trade shows, and supply links to government resources, consultancies and investment providers. For many international suppliers, BESA opens all the potential of UK education.