It's interesting that the MGWC is being compared to the Fed and the APWC in this thread.
We're just a few guys with a very small organisation trying to make some relatively small changes,.... The Fed and the APWC are "Trade associations",.... The MGWC is "just a club" as was pointed out to me previously. There is a world of difference between these different associations,.. and I beleive each has its place.
I think the Fed and the APWC do a great job,.. and are well worth joining if your business is in a place where it would truly benefit from being a member.
My own business would not benefit,.. and IMO i'd be throwing £150 down the drain. I've never been asked what trade association I belong to,... nor do I think any of my clients would be interested. The clients I have that have commented on the new logo honestly do not know the difference, and have never heard of the fed, apwc or the guild before in their lives,.. but they are impressed non the less.
Any logo on your stationary will 99 times out of 100 project a more positive & professional image when compared to stationary without. That's all I wanted to do when the Guild was first conceived.
For my business it has definitely been a success so far,... but every business is different. If the Fed or APWC suits you better then don't delay,.. it will help your business grow, so sign up today!