Interested in Being a NMWP Member?

Any business that provides wedding goods and services in the state of New Mexico may apply for membership in NMWP as long as they meet the following criteria:

• Be recommended in writing by a current NMWP member

• Have been in business in New Mexico at least two years

• Have a current business license

• Have other licensing necessary for the applicant's profession (ie. Food permit, etc.)

• Submit a completed and signed membership application agreeing to abide by the NMWP Code of Ethics and Membership requirements

 

Admission Procedures

Prospective members must be sponsored by a current member. The applicant must present a package to the membership committee chair that includes:

• Completed and signed application form with required attachments

• Check made payable to NMWP to cover first years dues and new-member fee; the check will not be deposited until the applying business is accepted for membership to NMWP

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Requirements of all Members

• Attend a minimum of 5 meetings per year

• Pay annual dues in a timely manner

• Current business license

• Serve on NMWP committees as appointed

• Cooperate with NMWP events and efforts to promote and improve the professionalism of the wedding industry in New Mexico

• Participate in at least 1 event per year; such as helping set up at a bridal fair, manning the NMWP booth, providing speakers for meetings, folding brochures, stuffing envelopes, etc.

• Respond rapidly and honestly to any complaints forwarded by the NMWP Board of Directors

• Adhere to NMWP's Code of Ethics and cooperate with NMWP policies and all matters relating to it

 

Member Benefits

• Enhanced credibility among purchasers of wedding goods and services

• Placement/ Individual Business Advertisement in one section of the NMWP website

• Access to the members-only section of the NMWP website

• NMWP certificate suitable for display in the place of business

• Inclusion in NMWP brochures

• Participation in other NMWP marketing efforts

• General NMWP marketing efforts to build the NMWP brand, including advertising in bridal shows.

• NMWP recruitment efforts to build the organization

• Networking opportunities with other wedding professionals

• Educational opportunities

• Participation in NMWP promotional events

• Business referral through the NMWP website & through member referrals

• Opportunity to share current business news at meetings

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