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What to expect
10 reasons to become a BSA Member
1 Dedicated Trade Magazine:
Dedicated trade news magazine featuring
hospitality stories, articles, and exclusive
low-cost advertising and advertorial rates
for members.
3 Promote you and your business:
This could mean direct benefits like finding a
new supplier, forming strategic partnerships,
or simply raising your profile as you grow your
career in the beverage industry.
Regional Meetings
5 & Online Forums:
BSA regional meetings focus
on local challenges and
opportunities, recognising
that needs vary—what affects
London may differ from York.
These events foster local
networking and support
2 Networking Opportunities: committees in addressing
area-specific issues.
The beverage industry is built on a network of
specialist knowledge. Through conferences,
regional meetings, and training, the BSA
connects members to this collective expertise.
8 Reduced rates for BSA
affiliated and run Trade Shows:
4 City and Guilds VRQ Barista Training: We organise and partner
with trade shows nationwide
Led by the BSA, this internationally recognised to showcase products and
training is essential for anyone working in or services. BSA members enjoy
selling to the beverage industry. 11 BSA member priority stand selection and
centres offer the programme across the UK, discounted rates before spaces
Greece, and Cyprus. open to the wider trade.
Discounted rates for
6 training courses: 7 and accreditations:
The BSA offers a wide range
of training, from cupping and
barista skills to customer service
and lead generation. Members
benefit from exclusive rates and
first refusal when training places
are limited.
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The members’ area of the BSA
website provides access to a
wealth of information that will
help you in creating a successful
business. As a member you will
receive regular email updates on
matters that can affect you and
your business.
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Use of the BSA logo
The BSA logo reflects its mission of
Raising Beverage Standards and
signals a shared commitment to
quality and exceptional service.
As a member, it shows you’re
serious about both. The BSA also
offers full accreditation - any outlet
can be assessed to BSA standards,
with certification proudly
displayed to customers.
Members Free Technical Helpline:
The BSA helpline points members
in the right direction. No matter
what the beverage, equipment,
service, HR or health and safety
question, the BSA will have a
member that either knows the
answer or knows a person that
can help.