GLBA
Mission Statement
The mission of the GLBA is to improve the effectiveness
of booksellers, forge partnerships among members in all
aspects of the bookselling industry and promote the Great
Lakes region as a vital marketplace.
The
Association
GLBA is the second youngest of the 10 regional booksellers
associations. It was formed in late 1989 as the Michigan
Booksellers Association in response to censorship legislation
in that state. It had its first trade show in 1990 and
published its first holiday catalog in 1991. The association
grew quickly. In 1991 it expanded to include the states
of Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio as well as Michigan and
changed its name to Great Lakes Booksellers Association.
What
is GLBA's connection with ABA?
The GLBA has no formal or legal connection with ABA,
but it does work in partnership with the national organization
on many issues. The organizations complement each other,
with GLBA providing a local focus, voice, and promotional
and networking opportunities, while ABA deals with national
issues such as governmental affairs, insurance, etc.
Great
Lakes Independent Booksellers Association
P. O. Box 901 - 208 Franklin Street, Grand Haven, MI
49417
Toll-Free: (800) 745-2460 - Phone: (616)
847-2460 -
Fax: (616) 842-0051
E-mail:
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