Air Barrier Symposiums
Host an AIA-Accredited Symposium with ABAA’s Support
The Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) is committed to advancing industry knowledge through high-quality education. By partnering with ABAA, your organization can host a customized symposium featuring AIA-approved presentations delivered by industry experts. We offer complimentary support with speaker coordination, program planning, and promotional outreach — all designed to help you provide meaningful learning experiences and engage your local design and construction community.
Nationwide Impact: How ABAA Supports Associations and Organizations
ABAA has worked with a variety of associations and organizations over the years and most recently with a variety of chapters across the U.S. including:
ABAA Symposiums: AIA-Accredited Educational Events
ABAA symposiums are immersive, expert-led programs offered in half- or full-day formats, designed to deliver valuable continuing education for building professionals.
What You Can Expect:
- Advanced presentations not typically available through local programs
- Unbiased, third-party educational content from industry experts
- Opportunities to hear from and connect with seasoned professionals
- AIA/HSW and GBCI continuing education credit eligibility
- Access to reference materials for continued learnin
ABAA Symposium Offering
ABAA Symposium Partnership Opportunity
Partnering with the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) can help drive attendance and ensure the success of your educational event. As a trusted industry leader, ABAA is committed to delivering high-quality programming that offers lasting value to your members and stakeholders.
Our Partnership Includes:
Expertise
ABAA offers deep industry knowledge and delivers thoughtfully curated educational content tailored to meet the needs of your audience.
Program Development
Expert speakers are carefully selected, and presentation topics are tailored to reflect current trends and advancements in the air barrier and building enclosure industry.
Industry Compliance
ABAA handles all AIA reporting and certificate issuance, ensuring your event meets continuing education requirements.
Financial Support
There is no cost for ABAA speakers, travel, or planning assistance. To offset additional expenses such as venue and catering, the host organization may charge an attendee fee and seek sponsorships. In many cases, hosts have generated revenue to support their own initiatives.
Educational Resources
All attendees will receive a Resource Handout outlining ABAA’s professional education programs and highlighting key industry experts who contribute to advancing the building enclosure field.
Getting Started with ABAA
ABAA offers a flexible, collaborative planning process tailored to each host organization’s capacity and resources.
Coordinate
ABAA works with you to confirm the agenda, speakers, and travel details.
Planning
Roles and responsibilities are outlined to ensure a smooth event.
Event Promotion
ABAA and the host promote the event via email and social media.
Event Day Promotion
Boost visibility with day-of eblasts, posts, and live updates.
Post-Event
ABAA reports credits and issues certificates.
Host Organization Responsibilities
The host plays a key role in ensuring a successful event by managing the following:
Venue Booking
Secure the venue, finalize contacts, and confirm logistics early.
Catering
Arrange catering and address dietary needs in advance.
Event Registration
Set up registration and manage attendee details.
Event Promotion
Promote the event through email, social media, and partner networks.
Secure Sponsorships
Pursue sponsors with clear proposals and defined benefits.
Post Event
Send thank-you messages and share symposium proceedings (PDF).
