To Complete Your BAIPA Profiles
Did you know that only about one-third of BAIPA members have uploaded their author headshot and finished their profiles? If you haven’t yet, it’s quicker and easier than you might think.
Why Are Your Profiles Important?
You’ll look more professional, connect more easily with other members, and make the most of your BAIPA membership. And some members just need to upload their headshot. Below are those instructions. If you want to update any other part of your profile (your Public Profile), you can do that at the same time.
Every member has two profiles—
- Forum Account (visible to members only)
- Member Directory (visible to the public and members)
Five Easy Steps
Log in to BAIPA.org.
Start with your Forum Member Profile:
- Go to Member Portal
- Under Forum Account, click “View/Edit My Profile”
- Click “Profile Photo” to upload or change your author headshot
- Click “View” or “Edit” to view or edit your Profile
- Save your work
Next, go to your Public Profile:
- Go to Member Portal
- Under Public Profile, click “Edit My Public Profile”
- Your photo will already be uploaded from your Forum Member Profile
- View and-or Edit the fields
- Click “Update Profile”
Done!

One of my favorite things about BAIPA is its culture of generosity, the willingness — even eagerness — to share what we have each learned in the process of bringing stories to life. We provide educational programs, networking, marketing opportunities, encouragement, and information on industry vendors and services. And lots of one-on-one advice and mentoring.
We welcome all who have an interest in making connections within the world of independent publishing and learning more about how to publish and sell their work successfully. Together we are raising the standard of independent publishing and helping our members thrive.
Do join us!
—Becky Parker Geist, BAIPA Board of Directors, President
Quick Resources
Current BAIPA members do not need to register for our monthly meetings. The night before the meetings, they will receive the Zoom info. For workshop registration, members can buy a member ticket and will receive the Zoom info the night before the meetings, as well as in the confirmation email.
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