Join the Global Community Advancing Entrepreneurship
InBIA offers strong value for entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs). Each year, we curate and prepare relevant, practical resources, speakers, and events to advance the missions of our global community.
A global community for people who help entrepreneurs thrive
InBIA is a global professional community for those who work in entrepreneurship support, including staff, economic development practitioners, ecosystem builders, university faculty and staff, and consultants.
Members connect through the virtual platform, I-Connect, where they post questions and share ideas, through meetings of communities of practice, and at in-person gatherings throughout the year.
Why Join InBIA
Learning
Advance your expertise and strengthen your organization.
Access industry-leading education designed specifically for entrepreneur support professionals.
- ECM Certification
- Professional training
- Webinars & workshops
- Communities of Practice
Research & Benchmarking
Make informed decisions with trusted industry insights.
Measure your impact, demonstrate outcomes, and strengthen funding proposals with exclusive research and benchmarking tools.
- Impact Index
- Industry reports
- Benchmarking data
Community & Networking
Build trusted connections that expand your impact.
Connect with peers, thought leaders, and collaborators who understand the unique challenges of supporting entrepreneurs.
- I-Connect online community
- ICBI Conference
- e.Builders Forum
- Community Huddles
- Communities of Practice: CCAC, NMC, Leadership Circle
- Year-round networking
Resources & Toolkits
Access proven practices and practical solutions.
Save time with curated resources, templates, and expert guidance developed by leaders across the global entrepreneur support community.
- Best practice guides
- Templates
- Toolkits
Recognition & Leadership
Elevate your credibility while advancing the field.
Gain professional recognition and contribute to the future of entrepreneurial support through leadership and knowledge sharing.
- Awards & recognition
- Leadership roles
- Service opportunities
- Speaking opportunities
Member Savings
Maximize your investment with exclusive member pricing.
Reduce costs while accessing the education, events, and resources your organization needs to succeed.
- Conference discounts
- Professional training discounts
- Organizational member pricing
- Reduced certification pricing
- Exclusive member rates
- Special offers on programs and events
“InBIA membership has strengthened Morehouse Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center's work by providing access to national peers, proven ESO practices, and emerging research that informs program design and evaluation. The network has supported continuous improvement, elevated our visibility within the field, and created opportunities for collaboration and learning that enhance our ability to deliver innovative, high-impact entrepreneurship support.”
One community. Every kind of ESO.
InBIA members work for entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs) such as business incubators, accelerators, innovation programs, university-based centers, coworking spaces, and more.
- Business Incubators
- Accelerators
- University Entrepreneurship Centers
- Economic Development Organizations
- Innovation Hubs
- Coworking Spaces
- Consultants
- Entrepreneur Support Organizations
- Practitioners in entrepreneur support and entrepreneurship ecosystem building
Choose your membership
Organization memberships are priced by how many individuals receive member benefits.
Silver
This membership allows eligibility for 3 individuals per organization to receive member benefits.
Join as Silver MemberGold
The most common membership level, 6 individuals per organization are eligible to receive member benefits.
Join as Gold MemberPlatinum
The membership level that packs the most value, 12 individuals per organization are eligible to receive member benefits.
Join as Platinum MemberAssociation
Designed for organizations with multiple ESOs. The base membership covers 4 ESOs and 12 individuals, with Silver-level benefits for each participating ESO. Larger networks can scale up at $50 per additional ESO and $100 per additional individual.
Join as Association Member →Consultant
For consulting organizations with up to three individuals who are specifically focused on offering services to InBIA members. Includes a listing in InBIA's consultant directory.
Join as Consultant Member →Additional membership options available for rural organizations and university-affiliated individuals. Contact info@inbia.org to learn more.
Everything a membership includes, in one document
Explore the many services and benefits an InBIA membership provides Entrepreneur Support professionals.
FAQs
Who receives member benefits?
Organization memberships cover a set number of individuals: 3 for Silver, 6 for Gold, and 12 for Platinum. Association memberships cover 4 ESOs and 12 individuals, and Consultant memberships cover up to three individuals.
What is I-Connect?
I-Connect is InBIA's virtual member platform, where members post questions, share ideas, and join webinars on a variety of topics.
Do members get discounts on training and events?
Yes. Members receive special discounts on all InBIA services and programs, including courses, training, and events.
My organization is already a member. How do I log in?
Set up your login by clicking "Create an Account." This option is also for current individual members and staff of company members who need to login, but do not have a user account set up.
Are there options for rural organizations or universities?
Additional membership options are available for rural organizations and university-affiliated individuals. Contact info@inbia.org to learn more.
Ready to join?
We invite and encourage you to join! By working together, we can achieve our mission to maintain and enhance our industry as a whole.