Become A member - Join NBBQA

• Introducing our Emerging Professional Membership, tailored for the BBQ aficionado, social pitmaster, or backyard cooking enthusiast with a fiery passion for barbecue and dreams of transforming it into a career. Whether you showcase your skills through competitive barbecue, wield a strong presence on social media, or aspire to elevate your BBQ mastery, this membership is your stepping stone.

By joining NBBQA, you gain invaluable resources and guidance essential for transitioning into the barbecue business world. Benefit from industry insights and mentorship from seasoned leaders, empowering you to navigate the journey of establishing your own barbecue-related enterprise.

• Membership Highlights:
  Select any 2 Special Interest Group (SIG) Memberships
  Receive the Que-Connection, the NBBQA News eNewsletter, bi-monthly on the first and third Thursdays
  Access the digital edition of the Barbecue News Magazine monthly via an e-mail sent directly into your inbox.
  Personalized Individual Membership Profile featured on the NBBQA website
  Member only discounts on contest entry fees for the Award of Excellence and events such as the annual NBBQA National Conference.
• Membership Fee: $99 per year

Introducing our Professional Membership, tailored for individuals who are owners, employers, contractors, or entrepreneurs within the BBQ industry, spanning restaurants, distributors, product manufacturers, shops, ambassadors, or media businesses. If your involvement in BBQ contributes to your financial income, this membership is designed to elevate your professional journey.

By joining NBBQA, you'll expand your professional knowledge and industry expertise through robust networking opportunities, access to crucial industry insights, peer-developed education, BBQ business publications, and more.

• Membership Highlights:
• Select any Four Special Interest Group (SIG) Memberships
  Receive the Que-Connection, the NBBQA News eNewsletter, bi-monthly on the first and third Thursdays
  Access the digital edition of the Barbecue News Magazine monthly via an e-mail sent directly into your inbox.
  Personalized Individual Membership Profile featured on the NBBQA website
  Exclusive invitations to Industry Partner Events
• Membership Fee: $175 per year

Introducing our Business Membership, tailored for enterprises operating within the vibrant realm of the Barbecue industry, including BBQ restaurants, distributors, product manufacturers, shops, media businesses, and similar ventures.

By becoming a part of NBBQA, your business gains access to invaluable resources aimed at fostering growth and connectivity within the barbecue community. Benefit from extensive networking opportunities, industry insights, peer-driven education, and more. Additionally, seize the chance to engage directly with the BBQ community through targeted events and publications organized by NBBQA.

• Membership Highlights:
  Access to All 5 Special Interest Group (SIG) Memberships
  Includes 3 additional Memberships for your employees or team
  Receive the Que-Connection, the NBBQA News eNewsletter, bi-monthly on the first and third Thursdays
  Access the digital edition of the Barbecue News Magazine monthly, delivered directly to your inbox
  Exclusive entry to our members-only Facebook Group
  Exclusive invitations to Industry Partner Events
  Listing in Business Website Directory
  Feature in NBBQA E-newsletters and/or Facebook posts
  Opportunity to present your product or service at conferences, on Webinar Wednesdays, or be featured on our Facebook page
• Membership Fee: $500 per year