Benefits as an AWSI Member
Quick Link & Steps to Purchase AWSI Membership
1. Purchase an AWSI membership through PayPal's online secure merchant site below.
2. Complete and submit the AWSI Membership Form.
The AWSI is a trade association representing the business interests of manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and schools in the wind sport industries. of kiteboarding and windsurfing. Our primary goal is to provide trade-related information and services to the members and to promote industry growth. Your support of the AWSI ensures the continued development of resources to deliver real member value. The AWSI is creating a dedicated, proactive association focused on efficiency, growth, and success.
Distributor and Manufacturer Membership
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Newsletter to communicate important industry updates.
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Reduced rates on Product Liability Insurance coverage from Intermarket Insurance & Sports Insurance.
- Industry surveys and results that provide important data and trends in our industry.
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Reduced rates for Surf Expo exhibitor fees and drayage fees.
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Promotion of Surf Expo to our Retail Members.
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Hosting of annual industry demo and Surf Expo WIND & KITE industry summit.
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Freight Savings Plan available to members via Siriani & Associates
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Retail Member benefits are available at a reduced rate.
Retailer and Resort Membership
- Newsletter to communicate important industry updates
- Reduced rates on Product Liability Insurance coverage from Intermarket Insurance & Sports Insurance.
- Hosting of annual industry demo and Retailer Symposium
- Up to 26% savings on your FedEx Express® and FedEx Ground® shipments and up to 62% on your less-than truckloads shipments via the Freight Savings Plan from Siriani & Associates.
- Extremely competitive credit card merchant rates from Heartland Payment Systems
- The BRA Retail University – Online retail training for your sales force and retail employees
AWSI Partner Benefits:
- ActionWatch - ASI is a leader in driving consumers to local stores
- Allodic Marketing, Inc - multi-media digital advertisements
- American Health Value - AHV provides Packaged Discount Programs related to Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
- Dell Small Business - 20% Discount off Hardware and software solutions
- Heartland Payment Systems - Providing credit and debit card, payroll and related processing services to retail merchants. Significant discounts on credit card rates based on volume.
- Intermarket Insurance Agency - Intermarket has a strongpresence as a provider of PERSONAL (auto/home/umbrella/life /long term care and disability) and BUSINESS insurance products and services.
- Open To Buy Retail Systems - Open To Buy Software helps to reduce markdowns and stop overbuying. The affordable and complete software solution has helped thousands of specialty retailers.
- PayChoice Payroll Processing - PayChoice provides AWSI members direct deposit, omni checks, payroll cards, time clocks and more. PayChoice also helps AWSI members with tax filings and ensuring protection from penalties.
- POS Software Buyer’s Guide - Use this guide to learn how to quickly find and choose reliable Point of Sale Software and avoid costly mistakes. Whether you are upgrading your current system or buying an entirely new system, the guide is equally beneficial.
- Quickbooks - One of the most popular Point of Sale Software Systems including customer management software, basic accounting software and great consulting and expertise.
- Siriani & Associates: Save up to 62% on your shipping costs with the AWSI Freight Savings Plan. Program carriers include FedEx Express, FedEx Ground, FedEx Freight, YRC, New Penn and Central Freight Lines. Special AWSI rates available on international shipping. For details call 800.554.0005.
- Sports Insurance - Offers everything from school insurance coverage to event coverage. Sports Insurance now provides coverage to kiteboarding schools and watercraft. For more detailed information contact Dana Cagen at 808-579-3500 check out thir website at www.sportsinsurance.com.
- Sage Island Interactive Marketing Agency - Sage Island provides strategy, design, development and marketing services to businesses. Whether it's a single graphic design or an integrated campaign that spans multiple media, our exceptionally creative team of marketing professionals collaborates to deliver the Ultimate Design.
- Trio Displays - Retail Design, Equipment and Graphics. Trio Displays supplies retail displays and fixtures as well as consulting with clients on retail planning issues.
- Valutec Card Solutions - Valutec is the largest company providing gift cards and customer retention solutions.
How to Sign Up
1. Purchase an AWSI membership through PayPal's online secure merchant site below.
2. Complete and submit the AWSI Membership Form.