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Claire Rosenzweig
President & CEO

June 21, 2011
1:00pm
WELCOME TO THE 2011 BBB BUYER'S GUIDE!

In today's marketplace, consumers rely on the BBB for information regarding businesses they can trust. In 2010, consumers reviewed the 4 million BBB Business Reviews on local and national businesses more than 87 million times.

The companies appearing in this guide are amongst an elite group of business leaders who, as BBB Accredited Businesses, have made a commitment to uphold BBB Code of Business Practices. Our BBB Business Review on these firms is a testament to their track record for treating customers with respect.

With our new NY BBB Buyer's Guide, we are proud to offer consumers a resource to locate businesses that meet the BBB Standards for Trust. We have developed this resource in response to consumers’ demand for more dynamic online content that’s easy to access and understand. It includes maps and directions, details on products and services offered by each participating BBB Accredited Business, and links to each firm’s website and BBB Business Review. We encourage you to share this guide with your colleagues, and provide us with your feedback.

For current BBB Accredited Businesses: In the coming weeks, we will continue to offer you updates regarding several programs to help your business stand out from the competition online. They include the following:

  • - BBB Business Review - Unveiled on June 1, this new format is designed to attract more viewers, engage them longer and to enhance your visibility on the web.
  • - Request A Quote - Customers that check out your review will be able to “request a quote” for service
  • - Accredited Business Only Section - You will have a special password-protected login to our “BBB Accredited Business Only” section where you can update your business information, including your products and services, hours of operation, refund and exchange policy and service areas.

Here are a few exciting thing you can do right now!

  • Participate in our 2011 Ad Campaign (including this Buyer’s Guide)
  • Don't Wait! If you have not yet signed up for the annual BBB Accredited Business 2011 Ad Campaign, “Start With Trust”, now is the time! This exclusive BBB tradition benefits you, our valued BBB business partner, as well as your customers. Don't Miss The Deadline!

Get Your New BBB Online Dynamic Seal Today!
The BBBOnLine Seal promotes consumer confidence in e-commerce, recognizes high standards of business practices, and identifies your company as a BBB Accredited Business that has earned Trust. If you are not a current participant using the BBB Accredited seal on your website, you can submit a request by using this BBBOnLine application form, or contact Shawn Fafara at sfafara@newyork.bbb.org to request more information.

Photo Op! Promote Your Business On Our BBB Website
Here’s a great opportunity to promote your business on our BBB web site FREE of charge!


While your dedication to ethics and integrity doesn’t change, your business evolves over time to better meet customer needs. We’re here with you to help you show your customers that you’re committed to excellence. So go ahead! Show your quality.

Contact us on the Business Relations Hotline or visit www.bbb.org to learn how you can take advantage of all the new features and promote your good name.