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JOIN BBIM

This page tells you exactly how to join BBIM

Basic Procedures

Becoming a BBIM Member Inn and gaining all the benefits of BBIM membership takes a little bit of effort.

1. First, you complete the application and pay the $100 non-refundable Application Fee.
2. We review it and if everything is OK, schedule an inspection; the inspection checklists were completely rewritten in January 2005, so you need to get the latest version either from our Download Site or by requesting the forms from the Membership Chairman. You need to accommodate the inspector as quickly as possible when you're contacted by him/her.
3. After the inspection, the Board will vote on your application; if you're approved, you will be sent a bill for the total dues, ($180 plus $20 per room for 2009-10), along with any extra internet services you request. Currently we offer a link to your independent website for $75; the price for a discounted rate for Webervations on-line availability and reservation service will be added shortly. Dues are prorated for those who join outside of our normal dues cycle (Aug 1- Jul 31).
4. When we receive payment, we activate your listing at WWW.BBIM.ORG and send you your frameable membership certificate.

Vendors and Aspiring Innkeepers

Associate Members have all benefits of membership except we do not promote their inn and they canot vote. Associate dues are $50.

• Go to the ASSOCIATE MEMBER APPLICATION and complete appropriate portions, then return here to pay via Paypal.
• If you want to purchase the Aspiring Innkeeper Information Package with your membership (a $20 savings), Click Here
• Click the button below to pay via PayPal:

  Please enter your name (or inn name)

  

Vendor Members are listed on our website and have access to our membership. They get preferential treatment at our Spring Conference. Vendor dues are $100.

• Go to the ASSOCIATE MEMBER APPLICATION and complete appropriate portions, then return here to pay via Paypal.
• Click the button below to pay via PayPal:

  Your Business Name

  

INN MEMBER - Join On-Line

You need to complete two steps to apply for BBIM membership on-line. They are the Application and Payment:

1. Application Form - You will need some resources handy before you go the form. It asks the same questions that are on the print version. In addition to basic information about your inn, you will need to have handy your liability insurance information, your sales tax number and any state or local licenses you're required to have. When you're ready, go to the INN MEMBER APPLICATION.
2. Payment Form - You may pay the $100 non-refundable application fee by check or by credit card. This fee helps pay for your initial inspection. Credit cards are accepted only through Paypal. You will be billed for the full dues after you are inspected and approved.
   Ready? Just click on the button:

   Your Inn Name

   
3. Website Data - You will have the opportunity to create your very own listing on BBIM's website. When the Membership Chairperson has reviewed your application and determined that you meet all the criteria, you will be given a log-in to BBIM's website. You then create the listing, except for the pictures. You will be given instructions on pictures when you receive your log-in. Your inspector will have access to your listing information.

BBIM will NOT set up your inspections until ALL steps are completed. We will acknowledge receiving each document and request clarification as needed.

If you have any questions, please ask - Membership Chairman Debbie Franko can be reached via email at join@bbim.net or by phone at (573) 964-5028.

We highly encourage on-line applications to save administrative time, However, if you prefer to apply by mail, you may download the forms in multiple formats at our Download Page

To find an Inn, go to our primary website BBIM.org