National Partners

National Partners

With technological innovation, social factors, industry evolution, and other economic shifts the need for industry self-regulation is as critical today as when the first U.S. industry self-regulation program was established 50 years ago.

 

BBB National Programs National Partners influence the future of regulation in their industry, demonstrating to stakeholders their commitment to accountable, industry-led standards and dispute resolution programs that protect consumers and keep the playing field level for business.

Benefits

National Partners are champions of industry self-regulation, data privacy, consumer protection, and truth and accuracy in advertising. They support our work as the leading voice for industry self-regulation.

Access

Face-time with subject matter experts, attend exclusive events and roundtables, and receive members-only news and program updates

Influence

Shape the future of industry self-regulation through program committees, working groups, and more

Community

Expansive networking opportunities with companies committed to advancing marketplace trust and influencing industry behavior

A few of our National Partners

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Committees & Working Groups


National Partners make an impact by serving on program committees and in working groups. These issue-specific committees allow you to represent your brand voice and make a direct impact in the self-regulation programs that matter most to you.

 

 

50 Years of Advancing Responsible Child-Directed Marketing & Privacy

 

For the last 50 years, companies marketing to children have held each other to a higher standard. In 1974, the Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU) was established as the U.S. mechanism of independent self-regulation for protecting children under age 13 from deceptive or inappropriate advertising.  

 

Interested in exclusive CARU’s 50th events and meetings? Learn more about Becoming a CARU Supporter.

 

CARU50th.org

 

 

News & Blog

Press Release

BBB National Programs Appoints Amy Steacy as General Counsel, Promotes New Leaders in Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising and Global Privacy

McLean, VA – June 4, 2024 – BBB National Programs announced the appointment of Amy Steacy as General Counsel. Additional leadership promotions include Daniel Range as Vice President of the Children's Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CFBAI) and Dr. Divya Sridhar as Vice President, Global...

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Press Release

Companies Agree to Expand School Coverage under the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative Core Principles

McLean, VA – May 2, 2024 – Twenty-one of the nation’s leading food, beverage, and quick serve restaurant companies have agreed to strengthen their voluntary commitments for responsible food advertising to children under the Children’s Food and Beverage Advertising Initiative (CFBAI) Core Principles.

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Blog

The Demise of “Chevron Deference”: Who Will Fill the Regulatory Gaps?

The Supreme Court's 1984 ruling in Chevron v. NRDC held that courts should defer to federal agencies’ interpretations of ambiguous federal laws so long as those interpretations are reasonable. So given the court’s decision to overturn it, where does that leave companies that want a level playing field and perhaps even to raise the bar, instead of racing to the bottom?
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How Will Customers Know They Can Trust Your Business?

When customers trust you, they are more likely to do business with you. It is well past time for business leaders to “galvanize around trust and transparency.” When it comes to enhancing consumer trust, responsible business and nonprofit organizations can – and must – lead the way.
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Upcoming Events

Going, Going, Gone Global: What the Global CBPR Forum Means for Business

On April 30, the Global CBPR Forum, including the U.S. Department of Commerce, released the long-awaited Global Cross Border Privacy Rules (CBPR) and Privacy Recognition for Processors (PRP) Systems F ...
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Jul 10, 2024 Virtual

Summer CARU Supporter Meeting

During 2024, the 50th anniversary of the Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU), we will celebrate the “evolution” of children’s advertising and privacy. In July, CARU Supporters will discuss progr ...
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Jul 16, 2024 Virtual

IAPP Asia Privacy Forum 2024

Dona Fraser, Senior Vice President, Privacy Initiatives, BBB National Programs joins a panel on CBPR: Bringing Data Free Flows with Trust to Life
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Jul 18, 2024 Singapore

Happi & Nutraceuticals World Wellness Conference & Tabletop Exhibition

Annie Ugurlayan, Assistant Director, National Advertising Division, BBB National Programs will discuss product claims
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Sep 12, 2024 New York, NY

 

 

 

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