As part of NERC's Emerging Professionals Program, we invite organizations to sponsor an Emerging Professional to attend our Annual Conference at a discounted rate.

Organizational Eligibility:

Emerging professionals must be sponsored by a current NERC State Member or Advisory Member organization. 

Organization Responsibilities:

• Select Emerging Professional(s): The sponsoring organization will select the emerging professional(s) within their organization to participate in the Program. Emerging professionals should demonstrate a genuine interest in recycling, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Participants should be eager to learn, network, and actively contribute to the SMM community. Emerging Professionals may include employees and/or interns.
• Accompaniment: A representative of the organization attending the conference should accompany the selected Emerging Professional. This representative's role includes facilitating, networking, and providing guidance during the event.
• Financial Support: The sponsoring entity is responsible for covering all expenses related to the Emerging Professional's participation, including the registration fee, travel arrangements, meals, and hotel reservation. 

Selection Criteria:

Sponsoring members should choose emerging professionals who demonstrate a genuine interest in recycling, sustainability, and environmental stewardship. Participants should be eager to learn, network, and actively contribute to the SMM community. Participants should have up to 3 years in the field.

To Sign Up:

1. Register the Emerging Professional(s) through the event registration by selecting the Emerging Professional admission type for each Emerging Professional being sponsored. 
2. Email Mariane Medeiros, Sr. Project Manager, at mariane@nerc.org to confirm your organization's participation in the Program.

Participating Organizations