Making the Most of Your Partner Membership
We're delighted to have you as part of our growing network dedicated to supporting British education in the region. This page is designed to help you maximize the value of your partnership, providing guidance on how best to connect with our schools and leverage your membership benefits.
BSME Partner Representatives
We have dedicated Partner Representatives based in both the UK and the UAE who offer advice from a partner’s perspective. They are here to help ensure that partners’ aims and values are always considered and to provide guidance on maximising your membership benefits.
The Partner Representatives for 2025 -26 are Samina Yasmin of OxEd & Assessment, and Mark Bignell of Educational Success Partners.
Contact the BSME Partner Representatives:
As a BSME partner member, we’ve found not just a network but a real community. We have a platform that allows us to share ideas, shape best practice and create real change in learning communities.”
- Samina Yasmin (OxEd & Assessment), BSME Partner Representative
I have been a Business Partner of BSME for over 15 years across a number of employers and will always have BSME as one of my marketing budget non-negotiables. The range of opportunities available to me, along with the fact that you are a true partner of the association makes BSME central to my plans for business development in the Middle East.
While there are a large number of Conferences in the region, the opportunities to engage with BSME member schools via partner communications, newsletters and the vast range of BSME Conferences means that this should be all companies’ first port of call when engaging with schools across the region.”
- Mark Bignell (Educational Success Partners), BSME Partner Representative
BSME Conferences
For our valued partners, we know that successful business in the Middle East thrives on personal connections and trust. Our BSME conferences provide an unparalleled opportunity to build these vital relationships face-to-face, moving beyond digital interactions to foster deeper understanding and collaboration. Your attendance is key, and we strongly encourage you to engage with delegates not just at your table, but throughout the event, as these invaluable interactions often lead to the most meaningful partnerships. View our Professional Learning calendar for the upcoming academic year to explore our full range of conferences:
Professional Learning Calendar
We also provide all our Partners with the opportunity to sponsor our full array of professional learning events, including our ever popular Annual Leadership Conference. This is a fantastic way to increase your brand’s visibility amongst our school members. Opportunities may include:
- Event Branding and Signage
- Logo on Conference Materials
- Social Media Mentions
View our sponsorship brochure for the full range of opportunities:
FAQs
| Do you make direct introductions to schools? |
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| We create meaningful opportunities for connection through our events, communications, and social media channels. However, please note that we do not facilitate personal introductions to individual school members. |
| Can I access school email addresses or contact details? |
| To protect the privacy of our member schools and remain compliant with data protection regulations, we do not share email addresses or personal contact information. |
| How can I increase visibility with member schools? |
| In addition to your core benefits, there are several ways to boost your visibility with our member schools. Exhibiting at our conferences is the most effective way to reach school leaders and decision-makers. You can also enhance your presence by taking advantage of optional add-ons, submitting a pre-recorded webinar, or contributing an article to our newsletter. |
| Is inclusion in the newsletter guaranteed? |
| All submissions are subject to approval to ensure alignment with BSME’s educational values. Submissions that feature a thought leadership article or demonstrate impact within a BSME member school are prioritised. While we welcome all submissions, inclusion cannot be guaranteed. |
| Do you charge for a speaking slot and is one guaranteed as a member? |
| We do not charge for speaking opportunities. While we welcome and encourage speaker submissions from our partners, acceptance is not guaranteed. Speaking slots are limited and are selected based on topic relevance, audience interest, and overall programme balance. |
| Are conference exhibitor fees included in the annual membership fee? |
| No, conference exhibitor fees are charged separately. Exhibiting at the Annual Conference and Professional Learning Conferences is optional and incurs an additional cost. |