Why join TIBA
Grow your business alongside Topeka's independent owners
TIBA membership connects you with local owners who understand what it takes to run an independent business, and gives you a voice on the issues that affect it.
Guests are welcome at two meetings before joining.
Member benefits
What your membership includes
Networking opportunities
Meet some of the most engaged business owners in Shawnee County at Masterminds, socials and special events throughout the year, and find new business along the way.
Member support
Who better to ask for business advice than other independent owners? Members share what they know and the resources that have worked for them.
Continuing education
Seminars throughout the year on topics like sales, human resources, tax planning and health insurance planning.
Political advocacy
We speak up for independent business. Members are surveyed before TIBA sets its policy goals, and receive state and local political updates throughout the year.
Active committees
TIBA is governed by its members. Committees give you a real say in decisions that affect TIBA and independent business in Topeka.
Free directory listing
Your business in the TIBA Member Directory with your logo, contact name and contact information, where members look for local business-to-business support.
Know a business that belongs here?
Refer a business to TIBA and receive a one-time $25 discount off your membership.
Ready to join?
Levels are based on the size of your business, including one for owners who work on their own.