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
Call for Speakers: Heroes of B2B Media
The American Society of Business Publication Editors is seeking dynamic speakers to contribute their presentation ideas for ASBPE’s 2023 National Conference, May 11-12 in Atlanta. Submit your ideas by Jan. 30, 2023 to be considered. … read more
Apply for ASBPE’s 2023-24 Diversity Fellowship
The annual Diversity Fellowship provides expenses-paid participation in ASBPE’s national conference, mentoring and additional programming. Apply by Feb. 27. … read more
2023 Young Leader Scholarship Applications Due Feb. 3
Program recognizes young B2B media professionals and helps with costs to attend ASBPE’s national conference. … read more
Call for Nominations: 2022 ASBPE Journalism That Matters Award
Program recognizes journalists who drive change in the industry they cover; nomination deadline is January 17, 2023. … 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