There are many reasons to join a business or trade association, but the WMDA offers the most compelling and practical one - a money back guarantee. WMDA is so sure that your membership will pay for itself that the Association is offering to refund your annual dues if it doesn’t. Simply participate in all of the programs for which you are eligible and you will save or make enough to pay for your membership in the WMDA—guaranteed!
Benefits of Membership (Endorsed Programs)
WMDA’s endorsed programs are designed to improve your profitability and decrease your costs. Representatives from individual programs will contact you to show you how you can benefit.
- ATM Services
- Check Guarantee
- Credit Card Processing - Repair Work
- Electricity Discount
- Used Oil Pick-up
- Tire Disposal and Hauling
PRODUCT/SERVICE |
COMPANY |
CONTACT |
ATM Machines
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ATM Express |
Linda Stewart/Keith Howard
1-888-600-4368 |
Mitchell1
Save 15% on New or Renewal |
Mitchell1 |
David Boyinton
1-888-724-6742 |
Credit Card Processing |
First Merchant Services |
Dan Cohen
301-421-4111, ext. 105
1-866-511-4FMS (4367), ext. 105 |
Credit Union |
NASA Federal Credit Union |
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Electricity Program |
MAAGIC |
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Insurance –
Health |
Kelly Benefit Strategies |
David Kelly/Brian Hubbard
1-800-972-7227 |
Insurance –
Liability |
Benjamin F. Brown Insurance Agency/UTICA |
Ben Brown/Berry Brown
1-800-861-3434 |
Insurance–
Underground Storage Tank |
Benjamin F. Brown Insurance Agency |
Ben Brown/Berry Brown
1-800-861-3434 |
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Benjamin F. Brown Insurance Agency/
Meadowbrook Insurance |
Ben Brown/Berry Brown
1-800-861-3434 |
Legal Services |
Lerch, Early & Brewer, Chartered |
Harry Storm
301-907-2817 |
Legislative & Regulatory Information |
WMDA |
Paul Fiore
1-800-492-0329, ext. 102 |
Used Oil, Antifreeze &
BatteryDisposal |
FCC Environmental |
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Insurance
The WMDA business insurance packages are among the most competitive on the street. Most stations and shops will be able to recognize enough on the dividend return on workers’ compensation insurance and liability insurance to pay for a year’s membership dues.
- Health Program
- Property and Casualty
- Underground Storage Tank
- Workers’ Compensation
Training
A vast variety of technical classes, business management seminars, and environmental updates are offered throughout the year as well as opportunities to get together with other owners and operators in your industry at area meetings.
- Pre-Automotive Academy
- Business and Management Classes
- Annual Training Day for Techs and Execs
Events
Legislative Representation
WMDA serves as an advocate for your business by monitoring all proposed legislation and regulations and offering protections through lobbying and testimony.
Business Services
Business consultations and legal guidance are the cornerstones of the WMDA’s services to members. A full service credit union is also available to members and their employees.
- Business Consultations
- Federally Insured Credit Union
- Full-Time Staff
- Law Firm on Retainer
- Zoning Consultations
Publications / Communication
WMDA members are kept informed of industry trends and business updates by the monthly publication, WMDA News. The annual Membership Directory and Buyers’ Guide provides a directory of goods and services to members as well as a listing of all members. WMDA also provides information on its website.
For further information contact
Mike Ingle
301-390-0900 or 1-800-492-0329 ext. 101
email: mingle@wmda.net