Members’ Area

From receiving expert help and guidance to benchmarking your business’ performance, the Members’ Area is a gateway to resources, services and support specifically developed for those working in the field of design.

Some sections are exclusively accessible to DBA members, connecting you to the extensive range of benefits your membership provides.

DBA membership extends to everyone working within your business – all members of your team can register for their own password – ensuring the whole team benefits.

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Resources

Essential guidance, templates, insight and tools to support you on all aspects of the business of design. From contracts to client opinion, legal updates to exporting support, our resources give you instant access to expert advice and tools to help solve a wide range of business challenges.

If you can’t find the information you’re after please email membership@dba.org.uk or call 020 7251 9229 and we’ll look to source or signpost you to guidance to match your needs. 

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 02 Assessing where your business is at today


Begin by assessing where you are on your DE&I journey.

HR, Strategy development


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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 03 Creating a strategy


Create a DE&I strategy that is right for your people and your business.

HR, Strategy development


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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 04 Taking your strategy forwards


Plan how to implement your DE&I strategy and monitor its impact.

HR, Strategy development


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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: 05 Resources for building an inclusive culture


Create and access DE&I resources and guidance for your team and business.

HR, Strategy development


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Failsafe methods for new business success | DBA Webinar


Three new business experts in conversation with Deborah Dawton, Chief Executive at the DBA.

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DMI Design Management Conference | 25-27 March, London | Discount code


DBA members can take advantage of a $200 discount to the DMI Design Management Conference taking place in London in March 2024. Login to access the discount code, which is valid until 29 February.

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A PR guide for design agencies


Accredited DBA Expert and founder of Sandford PR, Katherine Sandford-Anderson outlines how to create a successful PR and media strategy, in this downloadable guide for design agencies. 

Business skills, New business & client relations, Strategy development


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Four pillars of business success in 2024 | DBA Webinar


On Thursday 18 January we explored four key areas that will set your business on the path to success: Positioning and proposition, Leadership, HR and people, and Financial performance.

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Employer’s Guide: Restrictive Covenants


Employers can face the challenge of protecting their business interests when key senior employees depart, particularly concerning the potential risks associated with client poaching, staff recruitment, and the use of sensitive business information. This is where restrictive covenants come into play.

HR, Legal


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2023 DBA Annual Survey Report Launch | DBA member-only webinar


On Thursday 26 October we launched the 2023 DBA Annual Survey Report via an exclusive DBA member-only webinar. From sector confidence to charge out rates and industry pay rise levels, Esther Carder, Partner at Moore Kingston Smith, will delve into the data, dissect the trends, and offer actionable insights to help you to prepare for what lies ahead.

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