Member Benefits and Professional Services

• Lobbyist
  Legislative and Governmental Affairs Director Jennifer McEwan serves as TSPE's lobbyist to monitor daily developments at the Capitol. She also provides technical information to the lawmakers to assist them in their decision-making process. Call her at (800) 580-8973 or (512) 472-9286 for information on legislation and political candidates. Her TSPE mailing address is: P.O. Box 2145, Austin, Texas 78768.
• Texas Professional Engineer
  The Texas Professional Engineer is published bi-monthly by TSPE. A subscription is included with your membership. Contact the TSPE office for information on non-member subscriptions and advertising.
• Past Presidents Advisory Council
  The TSPE Past Presidents have the professional and leadership experience to assist with many of the complex issues facing today's professional engineer. This group of notable PEs is a valuable resource for TSPE members and chapter leaders alike.
• TSPE WorldPoints^® MasterCard Credit Card: The Most Rewarding Card of All^SM
  Earn points and get the rewards you want—cash, travel, merchandise, and gift certificates—now with easy online redemption, too! Only the WorldPoints card gives you the freedom to choose so much, so easily. Simply click here to apply online today.
• Westel Telephone Service
  A win/win opportunity....Nothing to buy, and you save money! Westel offers savings on rates on your long distance calls. Not only will you save as a member of this program, but they will also rebate 10% of your billed long distance charges back to TSPE each month. One-half of this amount will be passed on to your chapter on your behalf. A benefit to YOU and a benefit to TSPE! To enroll, call Westel Long Distance Communications toll free at (800) 580-5500.
• Broadcast Marketing & Entertainment, LLC / (Formerly OnHold Productions)
  BME provides “on hold” message services and web audio for your business. As your partner, BME marketing advisors will discuss your objectives for your company based on local competition and your position in the market, offering you a customized solution. They will help you identify YOUR brand, allowing you to sell value and not price. Call (866) 312-4653 to speak with your TSPE Marketing Advisor.
• Credit Union
  Members and their families are eligible to join TEXANS CREDIT UNION. Enjoy low interest rates on new and used cars, trucks, and vans. Call 1 800/843-5295.
• UPS Discounts
  Save up to 35% over what other companies charge by using UPS. Take advantage of discount rates for every overnight letter and package you ship, a savings program developed just for TSPE. Call (800) 325-7000 to sign up. Please reference special discount #C0000700175.
• Group Health and Life Insurance
  TSPE members can access is an impressive array of insurance programs which includes major medical, term life, disability, business overhead expense, accidental death and dismemberment, and dental. These insurance plans are administered by John P. Pearl & Associates, Ltd. Call Pearl's toll-free number, (800) 438-2366 for information on these programs.
• Professional Liability Insurance
  Insurance from CNA: contact Victor O. Shinnerer & Company, #2 Wisconsin Circle, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-7003. Phone (301) 961-9800.
• Manuals and Other Publications
  Numerous publications are available through TSPE and NSPE. For more information or to order, call the TSPE office, (800) 580-8973, or call NSPE at (703) 684-2882.
• Audio Visuals
  Slide presentations and video tapes are available and are designed specifically for state and chapter use. Call the TSPE office at (800) 580-8973 to order these.