Girdwood (Anchorage), Alaska; September 24-26, 2003

Companies of all sizes who have an interest in environmental issues – air, water and waste – have an opportunity to participate as a sponsor in the Pacific Northwest International Section (PNWIS) 2003 Annual Conference. The conference, to be held in Girdwood, Alaska at the Alyeska Prince Hotel, is expected to attract 200 delegates, speakers and exhibitors. The conference theme “The Eagles’ Vision: The Future of Environmental Leadership in the Pacific Northwest”; will address contemporary environmental issues in our region. This is the first time in over 25 years this conference has been held in Alaska, and is a great sponsorship opportunity for Alaska businesses and organizations!

PNWIS, a regional section affiliate of the international A&WMA, is composed of numerous active chapters in Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Alaska and British Columbia. Chapters typically meet monthly and sponsor technical meetings, conferences and workshops in their respective regions. Chapter boards are composed of voluntary participants who contribute to enhancing communication between industry, regulatory, consultant, academic groups and the community at large.

The 3-day PNWIS 2003 Annual Conference provides an opportunity for professionals from the Northwest region and beyond to learn from one another. Participants (delegates, speakers, and exhibitors) will have a choice of over 30 sessions on air quality, soil and water contamination, environmental management and sustainability. Keynote speakers may include policy makers, permit writers and project managers. In addition, planning is underway for a one-day (pre-conference) professional development course; highly recommended to conference participants. This is a rare local opportunity for Alaskan environmental professionals.

Some benefits to consider for participating as a sponsor:

Maintain a high profile as an industry leader;
Attract environmental students and practitioners as new employees;
Build relationships with other sponsors, leaders and participants;
Enhance community goodwill in support of company operations, products and services;
Act on principles documented in company environmental mission statements;
Support A&WMA, an active international organization contributing to the Northwest
Promote company recognition.

Sponsorship candidates include those focusing on air issues, soil remediation, waste management, water quality, energy planning, manufacturing concepts, law applications, environmental consulting, or regulatory compliance. Levels of sponsorship are:

Chinook Sponsor - $5,000

Sockeye Sponsors - $3,000

Coho Sponsors - $1,500

Chinook, Sockeye, and Coho sponsor company logos will be printed in the conference program (with company contact information) and on other selected conference promotional items (such as T-shirts or registration bags). They will also be recognized on the PNWIS 2003 web page. They will be given recognition and visibility in the registration area and through announcements before or during conference events (such as luncheons and/or social/networking events).

Steelhead (Supporting) Sponsors - $200+

Steelhead sponsors may specify what their sponsorship funds are to be used for and will be listed in the conference program (with company contact information). Sponsors will be given recognition prior to, during and/or after the event/activity. Some Steelhead sponsorship opportunities include:

Publishing – printing or CDs

Registration materials – carrier bags, T-shirts, other memorabilia

Beverage Breaks

Entertainment

Awards for speakers/volunteers

Complimentary registrations (for students/others)

Exhibitor reception – food and beverage

Audio/Visual equipment – loan or fund

Other (as specified by sponsor)

Contact: Denise Newbould, Agrium, (907) 776-3150 about sponsorship opportunities. Denise is Co-Chair for the PNWIS 2003 Annual Conference, and a member of the PNWIS Executive Board. You may also feel free to work through the PNWIS 2003 Organizing Committee Member who approached you for possible sponsorship.

We appreciate your support!

Sincerely,

PNWIS 2003 Planning Committee

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