"Strong.  Successful.  Independent.  Together."

ICBA provides Education, Networking, and Vendor Programs that empower college stores to remain independent and be both financially and operationally successful.

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ICBA offers stores the education, professional development, and partnerships needed to adapt and evolve in a changing marketplace.

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ICBA connects vendors to leading independent college stores that represent $1.4 billion in total retail sales.

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NEWS

Read the latest thoughts and insights from ICBA Leadership, and view news that's impacting the college store market.

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THE ICBA MISSION

Since 1927, the Independent College Bookstore Association (ICBA) has been focused exclusively on serving institutionally-affiliated, self-operated college store Members.

Our mission is to support the independent operation of a college store, which is the most effective way to serve campus stakeholders. We provide value through Education, Networking, and Vendor Partner Programs.

About ICBA

INDUSTRY-LEADING EDUCATION

Industry-leading professional development education is one of the cornerstones of ICBA. ICBA Webinars, Institutes, Online Institutes, and annual Conference promote industry best practices and professional development opportunities that lead to greater operational innovation and success

ICBA Education

NETWORKING & COLLABORATION

At ICBA, our greatest asset is our Members, and that's why we put a strong emphasis on networking and peer-to-peer learning opportunities. Throughout the year, ICBA facilitates opportunities for Members to come together and discuss the pressing topics of the day.

Upcoming Events:

Powerful Elements of College Store Marketing – Webinar Series (Part 4 of 4)

May 1 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm CDT

ICBA Networking

VENDOR PROGRAMS

ICBA develops relationships and negotiates agreements with manufacturers, distributors, publishers, and service providers for products and services at prices and terms that would not otherwise be available. We feature Vendors from a wide assortment of categories, including Apparel, Gifts, Technology, Course Materials, Operations, and Supplies.

Vendor Programs

ICBA Conference & PRIMEtime

ICBA Conference attendees have access to:

  • The strongest solution-oriented professional development education in the industry
  • Exclusive institutional store networking and collaboration
  • PRIMEtime round-robin format which builds relationships with 120+ industry-leading vendors
  • Scholarship opportunities for free registration as well as airfare reimbursement of up to $500

We're pleased to share our site and dates for the ICBA 2026 Conference & PRIMEtime: the Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Feb 2-5, 2026. Hope to see you in Jacksonville, FL!