Sponsorship can be a fast and easy way to put the welding industry in the public eye. The most common method of sponsorship is financial. The event organizers may ask you to finance all or part of the event in exchange for advertising. Advertising could include a banner at the event, or television and print advertising. Always negotiate for as much advertising as possible.

Another method of sponsorship could involve volunteer labor or the donation of materials. Event organizers may ask you to help construct a portion of the event or a project within the event, in exchange for advertising. In most cases, the voluntary donation of labor or materials is a better option than financial support.

To become a sponsor, first identify the event you would like to support. Then contact the event organizers. Learn about events in the calendar section of your community newspaper, or by word of mouth. To contact the event organizer call the number listed with the event, or visit the event Web site. Once you have located the organizer, request information on sponsorship.

If you have questions about how to become a sponsor, contact George Leposky at 305-443-9353 extension 416, or email gleposky@aws.org