Released on = May 2, 2006, 3:04 pm

Press Release Author = Inspiring Futures

Industry = Small Business

Press Release Summary = After exciting conversations with some leading Atlanta
businesses interested in the formation of a values-driven local business network,
Inspiring Futures announces that membership for Business Alliance for Local Living
Economies (BALLE) Atlanta is now open! Besides great opportunities for networking,
developing your business, participating in Local First campaigns, and learning from
local leaders, if you join now you will be eligible for 2 great perks: half-price
membership for the year and a chance to win admission to the BALLE annual
conference!

Press Release Body = BALLE Atlanta

BALLE Atlanta is a business-member organization that catalyzes the success of local,
independent businesses that contribute to the health and wellbeing of our community.
BALLE Atlanta is a program of Inspiring Futures, which is a local affiliate network
of the international Business Alliance for Local Living Economies.

Membership

Membership provides access to benefits and also funds programs that benefit local
businesses. Members of BALLE Atlanta have a direct interest in the future of our
communities and bioregions. Our members include local business owners, non-profit
leaders, government represenatitives and engaged citizens. BALLE Atlanta provides
several pioneering programs that contribute to the success of our local businesses.
Consider joining today and contribute to strong communities where people are engaged
in shaping their future and in a healthy natural environment!

Benefits of membership

Membership benefits focus on contributing to the success of locally-owned,
responsible businesses. When you sign up, you will get:

* A listing in the BALLE Atlanta online Marketplace, featuring your products,
services, and company story - a great online marketing resource!

* Discount and free networking and social events to help you form business
relationships with others that share your values.

* Discounts and free educational events for building best practices in your
company.

* Access to Local First campaigns and resources for promoting local business.

* Opportunities to promote your business in Inspiring Futures web site, events,
and newsletter.

Act fast for extra benefits!

For a limited time, Inspiring Futures is offering two great opportunities for new
charter members of BALLE Atlanta: 1/2 priced membership* AND a chance to win a free
registration to the BALLE conference in Vermont!

*1/2 price membership only applicable to business memberships (ie not Marketplace
listings or Individual or NGO memberships).

Sign Up Today!

To sign up, just fill out the form here. We will provide you with the 1/2 price
pricing between now and June 21, 2006.

Have questions? Please feel free to contact us.

Web Site = http://inspiringfutures.org/resources/news/membership

Contact Details = Inspiring Futures
130 Boulevard NE, Suite 6
Atlanta, GA 30312
tel: 678-608-3408
info@inspiringfutures.org