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
Calling All Young Leaders in B2B Media:
Apply for the 2022 Young Leader Scholarship
The ASBPE Foundation honors up-and-coming leaders in the B2B industry with its annual Young Leader Scholarship. The deadline for the … read more
A Story, an Indictment, a Better Path Forward
A few years ago, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission brought charges against a businessman in rural Vermont who used … read more
The 2022 Azbees Open For Entries
ASBPE’s 2022 Azbee Awards of Excellence competition is now open for submissions. … read more
ASBPE Extends Discount For New Career Center
Employers can get a discount if they sign up to use ASBPE’s Career Center today. … read more
From The ASBPE Blog
Connection Point: Frozen & Refrigerated Buyer
Connection Point is a new series designed to connect editors and freelance contributors. Are you an editor looking to hire … read more
4 Tips for Navigating Sexism and Harassment in the Workplace
Despite progress that the #MeToo movement has made to draw attention to sexual harassment assault in the workplace, there is still plenty to do to make work a safe and equitable place for everyone. … read more