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New Members/Applicant FAQs |
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I am interested in joining BABTA. What do I need to do?
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Fill out our online Membership Application. The fee for new members is $150. A BABTA membership representative will email you a welcome letter once your application has been approved by the Board of Directors. Applications are reviewed for approval at the monthly Board meetings that are held on the same day as the monthly meetings. Complete applications with payment will be considered for approval.
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Once I am a member, how do I obtain a user ID and password?
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Click on the “Members Only” tab. You will be prompted for a Member Login and Password. To obtain this, click on the link that says “Click Here to get your password” on the bottom left hand-side of the page. Type in your email address (the one BABTA has on file for you) and click submit. Your Member Name and Login will be emailed to you, and you can use this information to gain access to the “Members Only” section
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Event Registration FAQs
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When are the monthly meetings?
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The meetings are the third Wednesday of each month and begin at 5:30pm with the exception of July or August depending on the date of the NBTA convention. BABTA does not hold a program during the same month as the NBTA convention. Traditionally, the September meeting is a joint meeting with Silicon Valley Business Travel Association (SVBTA) and the Holiday Gala occurs in November.
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How will I find out about where the meeting is taking place?
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Please click on the Events tab, and then click on the event you are interested in attending. You will see location information for that event including a link to a map where you can get driving directions.
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How do I register for the monthly meetings?
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Please click on the Events tab, click on the event you are interested in attending and then click on Register for Event. Be sure to log in before registering for the event to ensure you get member pricing. The cost per meeting is $50 and is non-refundable. You may pay for event registration online with the use of a Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover or Diners Club Card. In addition to viewing a confirmation of successful registration, you will be emailed a confirmation once you have successfully registered for an event.
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How do I know for sure if I am registered for an upcoming meeting?
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You will receive an email confirming your registration. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE AN EMAIL CONFIRMATION, YOU HAVE NOT REGISTERED.
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What if I want to send a check for a monthly meeting?
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BABTA does not accept checks for pre registered meeting attendance. (Checks will only be accepted for late registration fees for walk ups at $75).
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Can I register for a meeting at the member rate of $50 without logging on with a password?
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No. In order to take advantage of the $50 member rate you must be logged on to the site. Guests can register without a password at the $65 rate.
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If I am not a member of BABTA, but a NBTA or other BTA member, can I attend the monthly meetings at the $50 BABTA member rate?
No. Only official BABTA members may attend at the BABTA member rate of $50.
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I am a prepaid member; do I still have to register for the meetings?
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Yes. You must register or you will be assessed an additional $25 at the door and you will be accommodated on space available basis.
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I have prepaid for my meetings, but can not attend one meeting. Can I get a refund?
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No refunds are given on prepaid accounts. However, you can send a representative from your same company in your place.
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I have registered for the meeting, but now I cannot attend due to a business/personal reason. Can I get my money back?
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No. Meeting fees are non-refundable.
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I am prepaid/registered for a meeting I cannot attend. Can someone else from my company go in my place?
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Yes. Please email the BABTA membership representative with your replacement’s name and title at least one week prior to the BABTA meeting. (Walk up name changes will be honored; however a pre-printed name badge will not be available).
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I paid for one meeting and cannot attend. Can the money be transferred for a different month?
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No. Meeting fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
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How many times a year can I come as a guest?
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Two times per calendar year.
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Renewal FAQs
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I am a current BABTA member, and need to renew my membership. What do I do?
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Please login to the Members Only section. Click on the link to Pay Dues and submit payment online with your credit card using Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover or Diners Club Card.
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What if I plan to renew by check?
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Checks will be accepted for prepaid meeting memberships only. The cost for a prepaid membership is $550 and includes your renewal dues and all monthly meetings including Education Day and the Holiday Gala.
CHECKS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FOR PREPAID MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL. THIS FEE IS $550. If you plan to prepay, please send your check to:
BABTA
P.O. Box 1794
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
Checks in any other denomination will be returned to sender.
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If I pay my membership dues in October (or later) do I have to pay to renew again in December for the following year?
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No , If you pay your dues any time after September 30th your membership will be paid through the following calendar year.
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Member Information Changes
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I am new to my position and want to change my company’s membership to my name. What do I need to do?
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Please submit your name change using our Name Change Application. You will be assessed a $50 processing fee. Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover or Diners Club Cards are accepted.
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I am leaving my current position, can my membership be refunded?
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No. The membership stays with the company where it was originally purchased.
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Payment Information
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What if I want to send a check for a monthly meeting/name change/new membership application?
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BABTA does not accept checks for pre registered meeting attendance, name changes or new membership applications. (Checks will only be accepted for annual pre paid memberships and late registration fees for walk ups at $75).
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Can I use my debit card for a meeting/name change/membership application?
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Yes you can use a debit card.
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Can I use an ATM card that requires a PIN?
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No.
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Can I use someone else's credit/debit card in my organization?
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Yes, you will be required to have his/her billing address information in order for the transaction to be processed.
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Fees |
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What are the current fees for BABTA in 2010? |
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The following are the current fees for 2010:
New Membership: $ 150
Renewal: $ 100
Name Change: $ 50
Monthly Meeting: $ 50
Guest at meeting: $ 65
Walk-in at meeting: $ 75
Prepaid Membership:
Renewing Members: $550.00 ($450 + $100 if renewing - payment received no later than 3/01/2010)
New Members: $600.00 ($450 + $150 if new membership)
Holiday Gala 2010 Pricing:
Member: TBA
Guest: TBA
Walk in: TBA
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