When you become a member of MSMA, you join a progressive organization that’s dedicated to the advancement of the mail and distribution system industry.  Through local chapters and a national affiliate, MSMA connects you to a network of leaders in the field.  As a member, you’re privy to members-only events and communications as well as other benefits such as the following:

Education: Education is a primary goal of MSMA.  With technology, service expectations and regulations constantly changing, keeping abreast is a challenge.    MSMA strongly supports professional training in management, administration and the skills needed to run a cost-effective and quality operation.  .  MSMA's educational activities center around: local chapter meetings and seminars; the MAILCOM Conference; and the national newsletter, POSTSCRIPT.

Certification:  To further the professional development of its members, MSMA offers a certification process for mail and distribution system leaders and suppliers.  In today’s business environment, leadership of mail and distribution operations requires more skills and knowledge than ever before.  With mail and distribution operations being multi-million dollar enterprise that impact the bottom-line directly, leaders must be equipped to handle the many technological, financial, operational and staffing challenges that arise daily.  The Certified Mail Distribution Systems Manager (CMDSM) and the Certified Mail and Distribution Systems Supplier (CMDSS) certifications demonstrate mastery of a body of knowledge for effective performance in the profession.  The new Mailpiece Design Consultant designation will test and certify your mastery of the art, science and technology of mailpiece design and the critical role it plays in direct mail.

Discounts:  Membership in MSMA provides discounts to take the CMDSM (Certified Mail & Distribution Systems Manager and CMDSS (the Certified Mail and Distribution Systems Supplier) certification exams, Discount on MAILCOM registration, discounts on AAA memberships and discounts to Local Chapter luncheons and events as well as access to other discounts.  For more information about discounts, visit the national MSMA web site at www.msmanational.org /pages/benefits.cfm

MSMA membership is one of the best ways you can enhance your professionalism throughout your career and demonstrate your mastery of the complex skills, knowledge and abilities needed to succeed and thrive in the mail and distribution system industry.