ARDA ---  Hard At Work For You!

ARDA promotes the growth and development of the timeshare industry through a variety of capacities:

  • Advocacy: Actively involved in local, state, and national governmental affairs, ARDA continuously monitors regulatory issues that may impact vacation ownership. ARDA actively engages in lobbying efforts focused on the establishment of a legislative environment that fosters industry growth and that further enhances consumer confidence and protection.
  • Networking: ARDA offers industry professionals educational and networking opportunities each year through its Annual Convention and Exposition with 3500 attendees, 50+ educational sessions and over 200 expo hall booths;  the Fall Conference, a   300+ gathering of ARDA's  leaders; and  regional educational seminars focusing on resort management and local legislative issues.
  •  Business to Business Partnerships and Bridge-Building: Through alliances with organizations in related and complementary industries in the U.S. and across the globe, ARDA pursues business and growth opportunities on behalf of its members.
  • Outreach: ARDA reaches out to myriad audiences with positive news  and  the economic impact of the timeshare industry and the variety of vacation ownership opportunities available to consumers.
  •  Knowledge: Through a variety of informational tools, including published research summaries, news updates and alerts, Developments Magazine, and our web sites (ARDA and now VacationBetter), ARDA shares market intelligence, research facts, and keeps its members informed of industry trends and current events.
  •  Professional Development and Committee Work: The ARDA International Foundation (AIF) offers professional and educational development through publications covering the industry’s ethical, legal, regulatory, and operational intricacies; study courses; tests that assess industry knowledge; and recognition of continuing educational efforts.   Industry  professionals serve on a variety of ARDA standing committees providing them with new skills sets, leadership roles, and invaluable experience.

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Maximize Your Membership Return On Investment (ROI)! 

          Often, the members that derive the most value from their membership are very active in the ARDA Community. Even if you can’t devote a lot of time, please see is our advice for garnering the most value from your ARDA membership investment. 

ARDA Committees, Councils and Task Forces – click here to see a list of ARDA’s governance committees and eligibility requirements for volunteers.

 

 Additional Benefits of ARDA Membership

  • Invaluable networking opportunities with top executives of resort development entities and quality suppliers.
  • Access to industry publications including our nationally released Developments magazine, timely research studies and more.
  • Complimentary listing as a new member within one issue of Developments. Showcasing your company to 3,000+ readers.
  • Inclusion within ARDA’s online Buyers Guide and with search options for each product and services code listing you self-select. 
  • Request the “ARDA Member” logo to use on promotional materials, your exhibit booth and your company’s website.
  • Request ARDA’s membership main contact list in Excel format for your records
  • Recoup the entire cost of your Class A (Associate) membership ($1,750.00) immediately with the purchase of just one 10 x 10 exhibit booth a the member discount versus non-member pricing for the same 10 x 10 space.
  • Get your opinions heard!  Write an educational article for Developments and submit along with an e-mail address and your photo.
  • Take advantage of an approximately $500.00 member discount per page when advertising in Developments magazine, plus new members receive an additional 15% discount when advertising within the first 90 days of joining ARDA.
  • Eligibility to serve as a speaker on educational panels and serve as a volunteer on one of ARDA’s standing committees, task forces, or forums. 
  • Access to expert advisors and knowledge industry peers.
  • Powerful legislative advocacy.
  • And much more. 

 

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