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We are the voice of an industry
Our role doesn’t stop at championing and supporting education. Representing more than 80% of the industry, we speak for the sector. As well as uncovering opportunities and insights for our members, we protect and build their reputation.
We are trusted partners and expert advisors.
Everything we do is designed to build the reputation and impact of the UK educational suppliers industry. Today that’s a £multi-billion sector that spans diverse classroom products, from stationery to software. Our members make up over 80% of the total market spend, giving us a clear mandate with policy-makers. In turn, we channel this influence on behalf of suppliers and schools.
Our standing as a members’ association is reflected in our industry leadership and history of firsts. With the Department of Business and Trade (DBT), we take over 100 companies to important export markets every year. We run the EdTech Exchange, Europe’s largest network of EdTech founders as well as the LendED EdTech lending initiate. Plus, we founded what is now the Bett Show in 1985, the Education Show in 1991, GESS Dubai in 2007 and the Education World Forum in 2011.
We help our members launch and grow
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
Discounts
Training & Research
Networking & Events
Marketing, News & Insights
Criteria
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Supply to 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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Be a UK registered company, or have a base in the UK
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Be subject to normal trading arrangements, and be commercial in outlook and operations
Launchpad
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. 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: apply for membership.
What’s included
Discounts
Training & Research
Networking & Events
Marketing, News & Insights
Criteria
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Fulfil BESA’s membership criteria excepting the two-year criterion and being in profit
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Be a UK-incorporated company
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Recently started to supply or intend to supply to the education market
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Agree to abide by the BESA Code of Practice
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Is not a subsidiary of a parent company that would be eligible for full membership
