Corporate Sponsorship Program
Supporting the future of Iowa’s plumbing and HVAC/R workforce.
PHCC of Iowa’s Corporate Sponsorship Program connects manufacturers, suppliers, distributors and service providers with meaningful opportunities to support the future of Iowa’s plumbing and HVAC/R workforce. Through strategic partnerships, sponsors build brand visibility, strengthen industry relationships, and engage directly with the next generation of skilled trades professionals.
Representing 120 member companies, more than 350 industry professionals, and over 200 apprentices, PHCC-IA serves as a strong voice for Iowa's plumbing and HVAC/R workforce. The association is also recognized as one of the top state associations within the PHCC National Federation, reflecting its strong membership and industry impact.
Our sponsorship opportunities are designed to offer flexible ways for industry partners to support workforce development, apprenticeship training, and industry engagement across Iowa. Each level provides meaningful visibility, connection opportunities, and alignment with initiatives that strengthen the future of the plumbing and HVAC/R workforce.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Strategic Impact
Partner
Organizations at this level receive premier statewide visibility while helping advance workforce development initiatives across Iowa.
Strategic Impact Partner
Designed for organizations seeking a long-term, statewide presence, this premier partnership level offers deep alignment with PHCC of Iowa’s workforce development initiatives, leadership engagement, and industry impact efforts.
Sponsorship Benefits:
- Naming rights for a statewide initiative or annual workforce report
- Branding at PHCC-IA member and leadership events
- Inclusion in co-branded apprentice welcome kits featuring PPE and educational materials
- Recognition across PHCC-IA digital marketing platforms
- Access to dedicated demo, training, or workforce engagement space at select events
- Participation in an annual workforce impact briefing with PHCC-IA leadership
- Inclusion in PHCC-IA member marketing and website visibility
- Complimentary Associate Membership & all related member benefits
- Priority access through first right of renewal for future partnership terms
Workforce Development Partner
This level offers meaningful opportunities to invest in apprenticeship growth, workforce readiness, and industry education initiatives.
Workforce Development Partner
This partnership level supports hands-on training and apprentice success through contributions that directly enhance workforce education, training resources, and career development opportunities.
Sponsorship Benefits:
- Recognition for supporting training labs and workforce education equipment
- Visibility through apprentice toolkit and PPE distribution opportunities
- Branding inclusion at apprenticeship events and across workforce communications
- Recognition in statewide workforce development materials
- Inclusion in PHCC-IA member marketing and website visibility
- Complimentary Associate Membership & all related member benefits
- Flexibility for fulfillment through approved in-kind contributions
Apprentice Experience Partner
Apprentice Experience Partners play a direct role in supporting hands-on learning opportunities and memorable experiences for emerging professionals.
Apprenticeship Experience Partner
Focused on the apprentice journey, this sponsorship level creates opportunities to engage directly with emerging professionals through competitions, hands-on learning experiences, and recognition programs.
Sponsorship Benefits:
- Sponsorship recognition for Apprentice-of-the-Year or Skills Competition programs
- Inclusion in branded take-home project kits for apprentices
- Participation in demo day engagement opportunities
- Inclusion in PHCC-IA member marketing through a dedicated newsletter article and website logo placement
- Recognition through PHCC-IA social media channels
- Complimentary Associate Membership & all related member benefits
- Visibility in apprentice communications and apprentice welcome kit materials
Event Partner
Designed for organizations seeking event-based engagement, this level provides opportunities to support career exploration and industry outreach.
Event Partner
Event Partners gain visibility at key workforce and industry events while supporting hands-on career exploration and engagement opportunities throughout the state.
Sponsorship Benefits:
- Company name and logo recognition at Build My Future, Skills Days, and career fairs
- Opportunity to host a hands-on activity station
- Inclusion in event signage and promotional materials
- Logo placement on phccia.org
- Complimentary Associate Membership & all related member benefits
- Recognition in event recap communications
In Kind Partner
Companies contributing valuable tools, materials, or resources are recognized for helping enhance PHCC-IA member programming.
In Kind Partner
In-Kind Partners provide meaningful support through donated products, tools, equipment, or resources that directly enhance apprenticeship training and workforce development initiatives.
Example Engagement Benefits:
- Providing training lab tools above and beyond paid sponsor package
- PPE kits for apprentices
- Demo equipment for events
- Logo with link on company website
- Tool giveaways or apprentice starter kits
Additional Options
Optional add-on opportunities are available to further amplify your organization’s impact, visibility, and involvement throughout the year.
Additional Opportunities
Focused on the apprentice journey, this sponsorship level creates opportunities to engage directly with emerging professionals through competitions, hands-on learning experiences, and recognition programs.
A La Carte Sponsorship Opportunities:
- Apprentice Welcome Kit Insert – $750
- Sponsored Instructor Training Session – $1,500
- Branded Safety Module – $2,000
- Sponsored Workforce Newsletter Feature – $1,000
- Build My Future Photo Backdrop Co-Branding – $1,000
*We welcome your suggestions for additional opportunities.
Partnering with PHCC-IA is a direct pipeline to the people and programs actively shaping Iowa’s skilled trades workforce. Partners gain visibility with more than 200 apprentices and 100+ contractor employers across the state. This is an environment where early brand exposure often leads to long-term preference and trust. Just as importantly, sponsorship aligns your organization with a leading apprenticeship program, reinforcing your role in strengthening the pipeline of future technicians and contractors. With a blend of hands-on visibility, educational engagement, and ongoing communication touchpoints, each partnership is designed to impact the P-H-C community where it matters most, at the point where careers are being built and industry relationships are formed.
Organizations interested in sponsorship should contact Jessica Fink, Associate Director of Membership & Sponsorship, to discuss availability and customize a partnership to best fit their goals. Several high‑visibility opportunities are limited and offered on a first‑committed basis, so early outreach is encouraged. To begin the process, please click the button below.
Thank You To Our Current Partners
Federated Insurance has been a longtime supporter of PHCC of Iowa and our members.
Federated Insurance
Premier Partner
Thank You To Our Associate Members
Our Associate member category is available for companies or individuals that work as suppliers, wholesalers, distributors, or manufacturers of products or services that are provided to contractors.
