Join SEMpdx!

Be part of our vision to elevate Portland’s profile on a national scale as a hub for Search Engine Marketing (SEM) expertise. SEMpdx offers education and awareness programs, knowledge sharing, professional development and networking events for SEM professionals and the business community.

Membership is open to individuals and companies, including SEM firms and consultants, in-house marketing professionals, Web developers, advertising agencies, students and the wider business community having an interest in organic search engine optimization and paid search strategies. There are three levels of membership and a wide range of opportunities to participate in the growth and direction of the organization. 

Membership Benefits - Download PDF File

Free

Members automatically receive a complimentary subscription to Visibility Magazine.

Discounts to SEMpdx Members

Special discounts, advance invitations to events, and discounts for SEM training are offered to members.  Discount codes are listed on the members only  page.  Members are provided information enabling them to log into this page. Click here to join us today!

• 25% off Search Marketing Standard Magazine. ...More
• 10% off SEMPO Institute, a savings of from $50 to $225 depending upon which training program you take.
• Receive a 10% discount at industry events like
  • Search Engine Strategies (SES),
  • Search Marketing Expo (SMX) and
  • Internet Strategy Forum Executive Summit
  • Portland Advertising Federation (PAF) offers members of SEMPdx 10% off the non-member rate for all programs (including the Roseys!).  Email jamie@portlandadfed.com to secure this discount, and provide name[s] of participants and credit card information.

  Education and Awareness

  • SEM Hot Seat is a bi-monthly event in which  websites are critiqued in a rapid-fire approach by a panel of SEM professionals. Participants and attendees alike benefit from expert recommendations for improvement. Members receive discount pricing and preferred status for website critique to SEO Hot Seat events.
  • SEMpdx e-Newsletter keeps members up-to-date on the latest in Portland’s SEM community. Delivered  monthly, it includes event announcements, industry news, and informative articles written by SEM experts.
  • White Papers and Articles on SEM best practices and tips are available to members in the member area of the SEMpdx’s website.
  • Online Forum and Blogs enable SEMpdx professionals to learn from one another and share knowledge with the business community.

  Networking and Professional Development

  • SEMpdx Networking events are held bi-monthly, connecting SEM professionals and area businesses. Members receive discount pricing to all networking events.
  • Online Directory Member Listing provides members with a marketing venue where they can include their name, contact information and company logo.
  • Job Board. Members can post resumes and job openings to a publicly viewable job board.
  • Special Events occur throughout the year and include guest speakers, workshops and other activities. Members receive advance invitations as well as discount pricing to these

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  Lead generation through online RFP process.

   

  Click here to join online or download a printable application.