Sponsorship Benefits
1. Support the Building‑Enclosure Community & efforts to provide AIA Continuing Education
Companies who sponsor SeaBEC directly contribute to high‑quality monthly trainings that provides AIA continuing education credits and supports the entire industry with key technical building envelope information.
2. Visible Leadership in the Pacific Northwest Building‑Science Community
Being listed as a SeaBEC sponsor shows the industry your company actively supports building‑enclosure excellence, innovation, collaboration amongst related organizations and continuing education.
3. Tax‑Deductible Contribution (If Applicable)
For many organizations, sponsorship funds qualifies as a charitable contribution to SeaBEC as a nonprofit organization.
4. Enhanced Website Presence
Sponsors will be featured on the website footer, as well as on a dedicated “SeaBEC Sponsors” web page that includes a paragraph and bullet points about:
5. Recognition at SeaBEC Monthly Meetings
A sponsor slide will be included in the PowerPoint at each monthly SeaBEC meeting to ensure your company logo is seen by architects, consultants, contractors, and product reps that you support the SeaBEC’s mission.
6. Brand Alignment with Technical Excellence
SeaBEC is known for high‑quality, unbiased and technically sound content. Sponsors benefit from being associated with SeaBEC’s reputation, which aims discuss issues and share information to improve the building enclosure on buildings in the area.
7. Networking & Relationship‑Building Opportunities
Sponsors gain visibility with decision‑makers and influencers who specify products, write standards, and shape building‑enclosure practices. Being a sponsor keeps your company connected to SeaBEC who interacts with building envelope consultants, architects, contractors, envelope-related subcontractors, QA/QC professionals, product manufacturers and others.
8. Support for the Health & Sustainability of a Nonprofit
Yearly sponsor fees help cover venue costs, technology needs at presentations, administrative costs and event logistics throughout the year.
9. Economical Sponsorships Compared to Industry Norms
Many industry organizations charge $1,500–$5,000 for similar visibility. At an annual $600 fee, SeaBEC remains one of the most cost‑effective sponsorship opportunities in the region.