Whether you represent a resort developer or supplier,
university or homeowners association, ARDA membership offers benefits
that can save your organization time and money and open doors within our
industry. Some of the most common benefits that members value
are:
Networking Opportunities
 In
member survey after survey, networking is the most valued benefit by our
members. Enjoy invaluable networking opportunities with the top
executives of resort development and property management companies and
related suppliers, vendors and consultants. Annual meetings include
the ARDA Convention & Expo in the spring, the Fall Conference in
November and regional resort management meetings throughout the
summer and fall. ARDA’s Chairman’s League and Trustee
members are also invited to additional exclusive networking events
throughout the year.
Corporate Exposure and Industry Recognition
Complimentary listing in ARDA’s online directory and
buyer’s guide where members can search for other members by
company name or service provided. New members are also listed in
Developments magazine. There are many
ways to gain exposure, such as advertising, event sponsorship, article
authorship, speaking opportunities, exhibiting at the annual convention,
entering ARDA’s awards program, sitting on a committee, and
more.
Discounts
ARDA Members are entitled to discounts on everything that ARDA
offers, including meeting registrations, exhibit hall booth space,
research, educational materials, advertising in Developments magazine, and more.
For example, the 2007 10x10 booth space costs a non-member $3850 versus
a member cost of $2250. Members also save $250 for a fall conference
registration, $100 on the 2006 State of the Industry research report,
and 15% on advertising in Developments magazine.
In many cases, you can recoup the cost of membership dues within a
year.
Value Added Programs
Take advantage of ARDA’s Partner Programs, available especially
to ARDA members. Resorts can save money with energy consulting
provided by APPI. Learn about Do-Not-Call rules with Call
Compliance’s Regulatory Guide. Offer employees a family legal
protection plan with Legal Access Plans. KnightGuardian provides
Terrorist Screening Protection. Save money on office supplies with
Staples Business Advantage and find out about timeshare travel
protection for yourself and owners from VacationGuard. Learn more
about these member-only value-added benefits!
Legislative Advocacy and Lobbying
Benefit from high-powered legal and lobbying activities designed to
help advance the industry’s agenda on Capitol Hill: ARDA-ROC
(Resort Owners Coalition) is the first line of defense against
legislation that may negatively impact resort owners. Through the
personal contributions of ARDA members, ARDA-PAC (Political Action
Committee) supports pro-industry congressional and senatorial
candidates.
ARDA Membership List & Logo
Upon request, receive by email, the complete membership
list totaling over 1,100 members in more than 30 countries. Proudly
display your membership in ARDA and commitment to the industry by using
our logo on your promotional collateral, website, business cards,
etc.
Timely Information
Stay current on association and industry initiatives with
ARDA’s electronic alerts, updates and newsletters. Also
receive subscriptions to Developments magazine
featuring hot topics written by experts in the field.
ARDA.org
The ARDA Web site is an information portal where you can
learn about ARDA’s various programs, request information, view
research and statistical information, and get answers to your
questions.
ARDA members have exclusive access to the site’s
password-protected state legislative issues tracking page, which
provides lists of enacted legislation, upcoming bills and other key data
designed to keep you up-to-date on the latest changes in the advocacy
arena.
ARDA’s online visitors may view the following membership
directories:
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As a new member, your company will be included for one year in
the New Member
Directory, which includes a brief company description and contact
information.
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The Trustee
Directory includes company profiles and an
“at-a-glance” list of the industry’s top leaders,
complete with company and designee contact information and photos.
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View the Chairman’s League
Directory to see a list of individuals and companies who have
taken an extra step in supporting the association and industry by
becoming an ARDA VIP member.
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Providers of goods and professional services to the resort
development industry will see their company’s products, services
and contact information included in the keyword-searchable Products &
Services Directory.
Education and Professional Development
Learn about the vacation ownership industry by attending educational
sessions or ordering audio CDs, reading the Timeshare Industry Resource
Manual, watching the Principles of Timeshare CD-Rom or reading
Developments. Industry
Professionals can also earn credits and become designated as an
Associate and Registered Resort Professional (ARP/RRP) or through a
self-study skill builder program become a Certified Timeshare
Supervisor.
For Corporate Membership information, contact Randy Goodhope at 202.207.1076
or request a membership
information packet
Benefits of Individuals' ARDA Advantage Membership
News and Views: Monthly insight and
updates on industry trends and issues
Reduced Fees: Discounts, including members-only registration
rates for the ARDA Convention & Expo, ARDA publications and
partner programs
Professional Credit: Count membership toward your ARDA
professional designation
The Card: Identify yourself, you have the Advantage
Developments: A subscription to Developments
magazine, the premier timeshare industry publication. Stay active
and get recognized: submit articles or requests for topics to be
covered.
Advance Information: Be the first to
learn about ARDA affinity programs—discount programs, insurance
programs and more.
Workforce Solutions: Access to ARDA's
web-based, human resource hub.
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