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CJAM welcomes new association BBIA to client base
The BIO-Based and Biodegradable Industries Association (or BBIA) was registered in May 2015 and has contracted CJAM as its association management company to provide management, membership and administration services. The BBIA has been formed to develop and promote the production of bio-based products and chemicals in the UK, and is the latest addition to CJAM’s suite of association clients.CJAM will provide specialist management solutions including secretariat, accountancy and membership services as well as developing and implementing its marketing, PR and internal and external communications strategy. CJAM will help the BBIA in establishing itself, focusing on growing its membership list, increasing its profile in the industry and engaging with policy-makers, civil servants and the public to communicate the benefits to the environment and economy of bio-based and biodegradable products.“We’re delighted to be working with the BBIA,” said Christine Joyce, managing director of CJAM. “We have extensive experience of managing technical industry associations and we are excited to have the opportunity to support this crucial environmental association from its beginning. The BBIA have the scope to unify its industry and have a positive impact on the economy and environment.”Established in 2008, CJAM provides a host of secretariat, management and administrative support services for a wide range of associations across the UK and beyond. The company’s expertise and outsourced approach helps associations run efficiently, develop their membership and improve their member communications, while streamlining their operations. CJAM’s broad events and marketing experience has supported its clients to hold a range of events from large exhibitions, to awards events, to focussed technical seminars and conferences.Pressure on financial and personnel resources has led to increased demand for association management services in recent years, as associations have sought increasingly creative ways to improve engagement with their members while also delivering ost efficiencies.“Outsourced association management shouldn’t be seen purely a cost saving exercise,” continues Joyce. “We strive with our clients to run their associations more efficiently, and to use our experience to share knowledge and impart best practice and creativity inspired by our relationships with other similar organisations.” Experienced association management professionals witll act as an extension to your team and help enchance your brand by interacting positively with members.To find out more about how your association could benefit from CJAM call us on 01787 226995