OBMEA offers access to high-quality PD, including the annual Conclave Conference. Conclave includes business tours, workshops, keynote speakers, and vendors to help educators stay updated on business & marketing trends in the real-world. 

Members of OBMEA have an opportunity to connect with other like-minded professionals throughout Ohio. This network offers educators the ability to share ideas and build relationships with fellow teachers, leading to new partnerships.

Attending the CONCLAVE Conference allows OBMEA Members to obtain CEU Continuing Education credits and college credits for their attendance and participation thorughout the conference.

OBMEA serves as a voice for business and marketing educators as a division of Ohio Association for Career & Technical Education (OACTE). Members can voice their experiences that therefore provide better opportunties for students. 

Official members of OBMEA unlock special access to a wealth of teaching resources, including lesson plans, curriculum, and instructional resources. This will save you time and enhance the quality of your instruction in your classroom. 

Joining OBMEA means that you are joining a supportive community of educators who understand the challenges and opportunities of being a business or marketing teacher. Members can exchange experiences, seek advice, and offer support to one another.

Through OBMEA, members gain access to industry professionals and experts who provide real-world insight to the business and marketing industries. This could lead to giving students relevant examples during instruction or even guest speakers!

All students of OBMEA Members are eligible for the Annual OBMEA Scholarship to further their careers in Business & Marketing as they continue on to post-secondary education.