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Become a MASPA Business Member

Schools rely on relationships with private sector businesses to provide advisory services, technology tools, and support to the school workforce. MASPA's role is to help schools form positive, trusting, and effective vendor relationships in the spirit of fiscal responsibility and improved learning outcomes for all students.

As a business providing goods and services to schools, you make a direct impact on student outcomes. Consider reinforcing that impact by applying to become an active Business member of the MASPA and State Negotiators groups. Business Membership is an excellent way for your organization to demonstrate your trustworthiness, positive reputation, and recognition as a leader in working with schools.

Quick Facts from the last member year

15 live events attended by school and business members. Every month offers at least one opportunity to connect with members in either face-to-face or virtual settings.
More than 200 school professionals participate in MASPA events - approximately 150 participate in State Negotiators events.
120 participating school districts
Average attendee counts
- 130 attendees at MASPA Winter and Spring conferences
- 80 attendees at retreat-style Fall Leadership conference
- 45 in-person and 30 remote attendees at monthly State Negotiators' meetings.
Member titles: HR Director HR Supervisor, Manager, or Coordinator Specialist or Generalist Superintendent Other Cabinet Members

Our Philosophy

MASPA and the State Negotiators group have a long history of effective relationships with the community of businesses that serve and support schools in Minnesota.
The MASPA Board of Directors has developed three levels of Business Membership with the goals of:

Connecting vetted businesses with school members to collaborate and solve pressing and complex challenges.
Strengthening the financial security to the association by reducing dependency on school membership dues.
Enhancing school member benefits by way of strategic business memberships.

MASPA Business Members are given a head start in developing and maintaining long term relationships with school members. Our regularly occurring events provide you with repeated visibility, exposure, and opportunities network with top-level school decision-makers. We offer exhibition space at our Winter and Spring Conferences, sponsorship opportunities for our Fall Conference. Above all, your Business Membership shows your commitment to provide quality services in Minnesota.

The annual membership year is September 1 to August 31. Business Membership for 2026-2027 is now available!

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Basic
The Basic Business Membership provides a bundled marketing package that integrates among MASPA's primary "assets" (website, membership, events, etc.). Increase your visibility with one simple price.
$620 / year
Profile in Business Member gallery.
Member Spotlight or Project Spotlight placement in MASPA This Week.
Recognition in event handouts and conference materials.
Post events to the MASPA events calendar. Events also appear in the MASPA This Week newsletter.
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Standard
Standard Business membership expands the Basic level with an increased commitment, and provides for increased visibility and direct access at school member events. Representatives can take advantage of a wealth of networking opportunities, to build relationships with current and future clients.
$1,860 / year
All benefits of Basic membership
Registration for one (1) at all open events (view schedule of events).
Priority ranking in the Business Gallery.
Priority ranking in event handouts.
MASPA This Week feature story.
One joint, co-branded, 60-minute webinar promoted to school members.
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Premier
Businesses supporting MASPA at the highest level play a crucial role in providing the resources necessary to help school HR professionals achieve their educational mission of delivering a high-quality education to all students Minnesota. In appreciation of this support, MASPA provides Premier Business Members with a wide range of benefits.
$3,720 / year
All benefits of Standard membership
Registration for three (3) at all open events (view schedule of events).
Recognition as Premier Business Member in event handouts and on mnaspa.org.
Priority access to event sponsorship opportunities.
Exhibit space at Winter and Spring Conferences.
Access to Online Member Directory.
Bespoke Engagements. Additional fees may apply.
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About

MASPA business membership is an annual paid membership opportunity for companies that want to connect with Minnesota school HR leaders. Submission of a business membership application is a request to participate for the applicable membership year. Once MASPA accepts an application and begins providing business member benefits, the membership fee is due and non refundable. Companies should review the membership benefits and terms before applying.

Terms

Business Memberships require a one year commitment for the membership year beginning September 1, ending August 31. Membership is subject to approval by the MASPA Board of Directors. Business Members must comply with the rules of conduct determined by the MASPA Board and its agents including, but not limited to:

No solicitation of school members in connection with MASPA-sponsored activities.
Comply with all "prohibition of gift" policies of member schools and the state of Minnesota.
Treat other Business Members professionally and with respect.
Comply with MASPA's practice of review in the event of complaint.
Not use MASPA's brand, identity, images, or other products for any purpose without first receiving written permission.

The MASPA Board and its agents have sole discretion to deny, suspend, terminate, or ban Business Memberships for violations of conduct at any time.

Contact us

MASPA \ State Negotiators
PO BOX 4485
Saint Paul MN 55104

(651) 343-2608

[email protected]

MASPA is a nonprofit organization under IRC 501(c)(6) - FEIN: 26-2135974
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