Membership

Become a part of the BIC community! As a regional hub bringing together private industry, a range of academic institutions, and a variety of government partners, the BIC is putting the Berkshires on the map as a destination for technology focused businesses and young people who are looking for these careers.

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Members are manufacturing and technology enabled firms that leverage the BIC’s facilities and equipment, our training and educational programs, and our community of fellow members, affiliates, and academic partners.

Membership Includes the Following Benefits

Access to BIC Facility and Common Areas During Regular Business Hours
Access and Monthly credits to Utilize Conference Rooms and Event Spaces*
Access to Advanced R&D Equipment and Laboratory Spaces
Inclusion in Member Directory and Invitations to BIC Community Events
Free or Discounted Member Prices for BIC Learning Series Events
Company Features in BIC newsletter and on BIC social media
Industry Tailored Training Programs Free or at Discounted Member Prices
Introductions at Collaborative Events with BIC Members and Partners
Access to Expertise of BIC Staff, Partners, and Advisors
Participation in BIC Project Calls
Company news and job postings in BIC newsletter
Access to Student Internship and Apprenticeship Programs with BIC’s Education-Research Partners
Access to Education-Research Partners for training and collaborative R&D

Fee Schedule - Three Year Commitment

Company Size

Annual Fee

Equipment Usage Fees

Space Rental Fees*

Micro (1-3 Employees)

Small (<25 Employees)

Large (25+ Employees)

$2,500

$6,500

$12,500

Discounted Member Price

*Large Companies receive $500/month credit; Small Companies receive $250/month credit; Micro Companies receive $150/month credit. Credit may be used by company itself or companies may use to support a non-profit or community partner of their preference.

Fee Payment - All membership fees (“Membership Fees”) are payable on an annual or bi-annually (January 30 / July 30) basis. Any agreed upon fees for equipment usage or rental of non-common areas are payable by the month or at the time of usage.

Affiliates are community and strategic partners that engage with our members and are aligned with the BIC’s mission of catalyzing regional economic growth.

Affiliates Receive the Following Benefits

A $500 annual credit towards room bookings at the Berkshire Innovation Center for members or their chosen community partners
Access to BIC Member Portal, Inclusion in Member Directory, Recognition on BIC Member wall, Invitations to BIC Events
Free or Discounted Member Prices for BIC Speaker Events
Preferred Vendor Opportunities on BIC Website and member directory
BIC Newsletter and Social Media Flashes
Access to BIC Facility and Common Areas During Regular Business Hours
Access to Conference Rooms, Classrooms, Offices, and Event Spaces at Discounted Member Prices
Introductions and Collaborative Events with BIC Members and Partners

Fee Schedule - Three Year Commitment

Annual Fee

Equipment Usage Fees

Space Rental Fees*

$750

N/A

Discounted Member Price

Fee Payment - All membership fees (“Membership Fees”) are payable bi-annually (January 30 / July 30). Any agreed upon fees for equipment usage or rental of non-common areas are payable by the month or at the time of usage.

Want to apply?

Reach out to Ben Sosne, Executive Director, at ben@the-bic.org