NIA's September 2020 E-News Bulletin, Issue 2
Upcoming Deadlines 
   
9/18 for virtual insulation training and certification registration

10/8 to register at the lowest rate for NIA's Virtual Fall Summit 

11/13 to confirm eligibility for NIA's Associate (Manufacturer) award



Sign Up by Oct. 8 for the Virtual Fall Summit's Lowest Registration Rate & an Event Goody Bag!

Ensuring safety and connecting with our members are top priorities for NIA! We invite you to join us for NIA's Virtual Fall Summit taking place online November 3-6! The schedule has been updated and NIA looks forward to welcoming our members for education sessions, committee business and discussions, and networking. Now you can Educate, Engage, and Elevate virtually with your NIA colleagues from the comfort of your office, while saving on travel expenses and staying safe. Register today and reserve time on your November calendar to advance your national association and your industry during this important time.

Oct. 8:
Early-Bird Registration Closes
Oct. 22: Regular Registration Closes

Last Chance in 2020!  
 
2 Days Left to Register for 2020's Virtual Insulation Training Courses
    
Introduction to Mechanical Insulation
The 2-day intro-only online course is excellent training for new employees to educate them about the mechanical insulation industry and products. Give your remote workers a new understanding of the industry in just 2 days online, Sept. 30-Oct. 1.

Certification Course
If you are interested in earning almost 30 PDHs and becoming a Certified Insulation Inspector, the interactive class will continue with 2 more days on Oct. 6-7. This course will educate participants on how to inspect and verify that the materials and the insulation system have been installed in accordance with the mechanical insulation specifications.   
 
To become a Certified Thermal Insulation Inspector, class participants must complete both levels of the 4-day course and receive a passing grade on the final examination at the end of each level. All course materials will be shipped to class participants prior to the course start date. 
   
Click here to learn more and register for the last class in 2020.
Manufacturers: Confirm Your Company's Participation by Nov. 13  


Apply by Nov. 13 & Let NIA Track Your Points for the Premier Industry Manufacturer Award
You can't earn NIA's Premier Industry Manufacturer Award if you don't apply, and NIA makes it easy to be rewarded for the actions you are already taking! We extended the deadline to Nov. 13 to help encourage participation during this unusual time. Once you turn in your free application, NIA will track your activity points to see if you earned the required level for the award.

Available exclusively to NIA Associate member companies, this program helps them demonstrate that they are recognized leaders. Due to the effects of COVID-19 on our in-person events and training opportunities, we have added additional point opportunities for 2020. Detailed information was sent to Associate member primary representatives.

NIA Has Developed a New Training Course!   
 
NIA's New Understanding Specifications for Insulation Course 
NIA is excited to announce the availability of a new education program, NIA's Understanding Specifications for Insulation, which will help class participants understand the purpose and complexity of specifications, how they vary between market segments, and how that knowledge can benefit your company.  
 
MICA will be the first to host this new course. For more information on the MICA virtual session taking place next month, visit www.micainsulation.org. 
 
For more information on how to host your own class, email [email protected].  
Did You Miss Out on NIA's Classes? Host Your Own Training Class   
 
Host a Virtual Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Course for Your Team or Clients
Now is a great time to train your team, guests, or organizational members. The training can be held virtually or at the location of your choice. Choose from the Introduction to Mechanical Insulation Course (2-day course) or the full Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification course (4-day course).

Contact [email protected] for pricing and more information. Discounted pricing is available to NIA members, Gold-Elite Foundation contributors, and engineers. Click here to download a flyer with more information about the benefits of hosting a course.
Now through Oct. 5: New Members Can Get 15 Months of Membership for the Price of 12

Take the Pledge and Let's Grow Our Membership Network! 
NIA believes in supporting all of our member companies because we are Safer and Stronger Together! Let's put NIA President John Lamberton's year-long theme, Take the Pledge, into action and grow our network.   
   
If you know of a company that would be a good addition to our community or benefit by being a member of NIA, please send the contact information to [email protected]. From Sept. 1 through Oct. 5, first-time member companies can join NIA and receive 15 months of membership for the price of 12 months! That's full membership benefits through Dec. 31, 2021!

As your association, we are here to help you and strengthen our entire industry with the latest safety, legal, economic, and business information.  
Help Us Promote Your Company to Insulation Buyers
 
Advertise in NIA's 2021 Buyer's Guide: Insulation Products & Providers  
NIA's 2021 Buyer's Guide will be distributed in January 2021 to all NIA members and almost 10,000 insulation end users. It contains important contact and product information about all NIA member companies.
 
NIA Member Advertisers will appear 4 times and get 2 full-color logos!

To advertise in the 2021 Buyer's Guide, please email [email protected].  
 
More Print and Digital Opportunities  
Your customers want to know how your company can help them navigate through the current uncertain conditions and an unpredictable future. Share your product solutions and let them know you are there to support them.

NIA has advertising opportunities in upcoming issues of Insulation Outlook magazine and banner ads in our emailed newsletters. Digital opportunities are filling up fast!  
 
Contact [email protected] for options that fit your business needs.  
 
Share Your Expertise  
We also make it easy to contribute your project case studies and industry insights through an easy Q&A format. Email [email protected] today!
2021 Membership Renewal Notification for Primary Representatives

2021 membership dues renewal invoices will be emailed to primary representatives this month and are due by Dec. 31, 2020.

We thank you for your continued involvement with and support of NIA! Questions? Email [email protected].
Promote Your Brand to Insulation Inspectors

Are you interested in getting your brand in front of Insulation Inspectors? NIA is now offering the opportunity to provide branded items (notebooks, pens, hand sanitizer, etc.) to individuals taking NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification course. This includes online and in-person courses! For more information and pricing details, please contact [email protected].
NIA's Trending Free Webinars 
 
Since March, NIA has hosted almost 20 free webinars reaching nearly 3,000 viewers! These webinars are recorded for your team to watch at their convenience. Here are the trending webinars:
 
 
Interested in Sponsoring a COVID-19 Response Webinar?   

We offer a variety of options! Contact [email protected].
Marketing Your NIA Certified Individuals

NIA encourages companies to market the individuals in your company that have become NIA Certified Thermal Insulation Inspectors™ and NIA Certified Insulation Energy Appraisers™. These certifications apply only to the people certified, which is different than NIA's awards programs that are presented to the company. To assist in marketing efforts, after each course, NIA provides a marketing kit with logos, sample advertisements, and approved inspector/appraisal service descriptions.

If you have any questions or would like an additional copy of the marketing kit(s), please contact [email protected].
Product Spotlight:
NIA's Safety Handbooks 
 
NIA's pocket-sized safety handbooks offer practical tips for contractors and workers looking to maintain a safe working environment. Both the Safety Handbook for Insulation Distributors & Fabricators and Safety Handbook for Insulation Workers include updated sections on heat-illness prevention, fall protection, and distracted driving. Each handbook contains English and Spanish versions of the text.   
 
NIA Members: 1-25 Copies, $4/each; 26+ Copies, $3/each.
Non-members: 1-25 Copies, $8/each; 26+ Copies, $6/each.
 
Click here to order yours!
Key Dates

September 30-October 1

September 30-October 1 and October 6-7
NIA's Thermal Insulation Inspector Certification Virtual Course

November 3-6, 2020
Virtual Meeting

November 9, 2020
NIA Executive Committee Meeting (closed)
Virtual Meeting, 2:00-4:00 p.m. ET

November 10, 2020
NIA Board of Directors and Council of Committees Meeting (closed)
Virtual Meeting, 2:00-5:00 p.m. ET

March 17-19, 2021
NIA's 66th Annual Convention
Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, Maui, Hawaii

For more information on NIA events, please email [email protected].

Click here for the NIA Calendar of Events
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