Welcome to ASBPE
ASBPE is the professional association for full-time and freelance editors, writers, art directors, and designers employed in the business, trade, and specialty press. If you work as a journalist in the B2B sector, ASBPE membership is a “must” to gain access to the targeted training and networking that are so vital to your success in the dynamic world of specialized publications — plus you’ll qualify for the prestigious Azbee Awards of Excellence.
Benefits of Joining ASBPE
Membership in ASBPE is free to qualifying B2B journalists and provides a host of benefits to members.
ASBPE
Is Your Voice
Our central focus is helping our members develop their editorial, design and management skills, enhance their performance and prepare them to play larger roles in their publishing organizations. No other journalism association can match ASBPE’s expertise and engagement in the B2B sector.
Network
With Your Peers
Our national conference is a terrific opportunity to network with the profession’s best and brightest. Our local chapters bring you together year-round. Learn how to deal with the management, technical, and financial issues that are shaping your future as a professional and the future of your publication.
AZBEE
Awards of Excellence
Our annual Azbee Awards competition is the largest and most competitive in B2B publishing. The Society recognizes excellence — both in print and digital platforms — in more than 50 categories. Members are eligible for consideration and can enter the competition at a discounted rate.
ASBPE News
The 2023 Azbees Open For Entries
ASBPE’s 2023 Azbee Awards of Excellence competition is now open for submissions. … read more
ASBPE Announces Updates for 2023 Azbees
The 2023 Azbee Awards will include updates for several categories, along with a late-entry deadline for last-minute entries for a fee per entry. The Azbee Awards open for entry Nov. 1, 2022. … read more
Red Pencil 2023 Calls For Presenters
The Red Pencil Conference is hosted by the Northwest Editors Guild and will take place May 6, 2023, in Lynnwood, Washington. … read more
Paul J. Heney Becomes New President of the ASBPE Educational Foundation
Paul J. Heney steps into the role of ASBPE Educational Foundation president in August. … read more
From The ASBPE Blog
CIO Magazine Named First Winner of ASBPE’s Digital Magazine of the Year Award
CIO Magazine was recognized as Digital Magazine of the Year by ASBPE during the National Azbee Awards ceremony in Cleveland … read more
How leadership in B2B media is evolving in the ‘Great Reshuffle’
The dynamics around hiring and retention are shifting fast – and not just in B2B media. Leaders should adapt and position themselves to thrive. … read more