BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION OF SOUTHERN AFRICA
Business Development
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Build Your Professional Skills
Experts share
their expertise and intellectual capital
We Facilitate
the most engaging experiences.
You Share
and get to know-how.
Build your Network
Leverage our network to build your network.
- Connect with potential business development partners and opportunities.
- Receive warm introductions facilitated by our Opportunity Brokers.
- Attend events, webinars, and platforms where business development practitioners, founders and CEOs can engage, fostering meaningful connections and collaborations.
- Enhance your visibility by listing in the AI-enabled business matchmaking database, in collaboration with Exco Capital.
Benefits Summary
Build your
Business Network
What needed, when needed, trough physical and online events
Warm
Introductions
We help you find and facilitate needed introductions
AI-Assisted Networking
Qualified leads improve conversion rates, streamlining BD efforts.
Unlimited access
to Resources
Access to 140 BD short courses, recorded masterclasses and more
Ask an Expert
Live sessions were you can talk to our panel of experts
Community Sharing
Member newsletters and round-tables to share your company info
Membership Structure to Fit Every Need
Individual:
- Associate: Company founders, CEOs with an interest in BD, and BD practitioners subscribe to the benefits of BDASA (excluding professional development benefits).
- Educational Associate: BD practitioners who aspire to Professional Membership.
- Professional Associate: BD practitioners who have passed the SAQA-aligned Professional Assessment.
- Fellow Associate: Senior BD professionals who are recognised for their contributions.
Business:
- Associate SME: Companies with a turnover of less than $3 million. (Includes participation in BDASA for all BD practitioners in the business.)
- Business Associate: Companies with a turnover of more than $3 million.
- Sponsor: Open to sponsoring organisations.
- Founding Associate: Members who are recognised for the founding of BDASA.
Company Centre of Experts
Option 2-
Get a company branded Centre of Experts and 25% discount on Experts selected
(Per quotation depending on Experts selected)
Customised solutions
Option 3-
Add your company’s content to your company branded Centre of Experts
(per quotation)
Sponsors and Partners
The BDASA Story...
Our History
In 2020, at the onset of COVID-19, the urgent need for businesses to connect was recognised. A LinkedIn group was started and quickly grew to over 500 members, highlighting the demand for community among BD practitioners and others who appreciate the value of BD.
Since the inception of BDASA, many people expressed the need for a formal professional body.
We are now relaunching BDASA with initial sponsorship from ExcoCapital.com, responding to calls from young BD practitioners seeking career progression or aiming to create more value for their organisations, and the desire to recognise BD professionals for their contributions.
BDASA also supports founders and CEOs who lack in-house support, bringing them into a community and knowledge pool that can help them succeed in their business ventures, “Business Development in Action”.
Who We Are
BDASA is a not-for-profit organisation providing a dynamic platform where BD practitioners and others connect, learn, and find business opportunities for the benefit of their organisations.
Our Mission and Vision
Our mission is clear: We help businesses grow by providing extensive support to business development practitioners and supporters.
We aspire to create a thriving ecosystem where members can connect, and grow and learn, the art, science, and ethics of the business development profession.
We’re here to support business growth in Southern Africa by providing resources, connections, and tools that make a difference. We believe in the power of collaboration to achieve sustainable success.
Together, we are building a future where African businesses stand strong on the global stage, resilient and ready for the challenges and opportunities ahead.
What we do
Individual Members
We help people break into the business development field and support those already in it to build skills that grow their businesses and expand their client base. Our educational programmes and certifications are designed for practical, real-world application, helping BD practitioners create a greater impact.
Business and Corporate Members
We understand the challenges of running and expanding a business, and we’re committed to helping you succeed. Join us to build meaningful connections, access resources, and take your business to the next level.
BD Service Providers
We believe business development is a team effort. Our community is open to anyone, providing access to valuable resources, news, events, and member discounts. It’s a space where BD practitioners and business owners can connect, share ideas, and find opportunities together.