Updated 2026 Member Dues Letter - Suppliers

Dear GFAA Supplier Members,

The 2026 membership dues will be invoiced to your company no later than January 1, 2026. Your invoice will be sent via e-mail and payment is due January 31. Supplier membership dues will be a flat rate of $400 annually. There are also two all-inclusive supplier membership options, All American level for $2,500 annually and Patriot level for $1200. 

We listened to your feedback and in partnership with the GFAA Supplier Council, we are now offering the trade show every other year, during odd years. Even years will include a reverse trade show and the opportunity for a limited number of tabletop displays to be purchased at the Annual Meeting in November. 

• The $400 annual dues gives members the following benefits:
  • Job ads for your business on GFAA website - free for 30 days!
  • Access to GFAA Member Directory and contact information for all potential clients
  • Subscription to our newsletter, the GFAA Gazette
  • Membership with AANC and NAA
  • Membership on the GFAA Suppliers Council.
  • The opportunity to attend GFAA events and classes at the member rate, network exclusively with GFAA members, and exclusive member sponsorship and advertising opportunities. 
• 2026 All American Sponsor Package – $2,500
  • Included:
    • Annual Dues ($400 value)
    • Events
      • Exclusive: November Annual Meeting Sponsor, including two complimentary tickets to the Annual Meeting and a tabletop display at the Annual Meeting. 
      • Included: Opportunity to send up to two company representatives to the September Reverse Trade Show. 
      • Included: Starlight Award Sponsor and presentation, two complimentary tickets.
      • Included: Town Hall Sponsor.
    • Education
      • First viewing opportunity of educational sponsorship opportunities.
    • Advertising
      • Exclusive: Company logo linked to your website on GFAA homepage 
      • Included: Half-page ad in GFAA Gazette, member-only newsletter 
      • Exclusive: Promoted company profile in our supplier directory
      • Included: Monthly mention on all social media outlets of the GFAA 
    • Plus the above benefits included in the base $400 membership.
• 2026 Patriot Sponsor Package – $1,200
  • Included:
    • Annual Dues ($400 value)
    • Events
      • Exclusive: November Annual Meeting Sponsor, including two complimentary tickets to the Annual Meeting and a tabletop display at the Annual Meeting. 
      • Included: Starlight Award Sponsor and presentation, one complimentary ticket.
    • Education
      • First viewing opportunity of educational sponsorship opportunities
    • Advertising
      • Included: Quarter page ad in GFAA Gazette, member-only newsletter 
      • Included: Monthly Patriot Sponsor Social Media ad and tag 
    • Plus the above benefits included in the base $400 membership.

For those not interested in the All American or Patriot Sponsor Package, there are additional sponsorship opportunities available for a-la-carte purchase. 

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

• Starlight Awards: Award Sponsor, $325/award (based on availability, will open 12/9/25) 
• Reverse Trade Show Pricing, includes two company representatives
  • 4/1-5/31: $450
  • 6/1-9/1: $500
• Board Meeting Sponsor
  • In-person: Cost of the meal
  • June Board Meeting & Orientation: $300
  • December Meeting & Dinner: $300
• Education Class Sponsor
  • In-person: Cost of the meal

Association Advertising

• Gazette: 1/4-page quarterly newsletter $150 (unlimited)
• Gazette: Business card in quarterly newsletter $100 (unlimited)
• Promoted company profile in our supplier directory $500 (full year) 

We are excited about the future of your association and your involvement is crucial. Thank you for your continued support and membership in the GFAA.

Sincerely,

GFAA Board of Directors  

Jeremy Seeland
President

Wilnilda Cruz
Vice President

Natalie Hart
Treasurer

Ashlee Akins
Secretary

Heather Gonzalez
Immediate Past President

Brandi Wologo
Owner/Operator Member

Diana Briones
Owner/Operator Member

Jonathan Elliot
Owner/Operator Member

Karen Perkins
Owner/Operator Member

Jennifer Pittman
Owner/Operator Member

Melissa Sparks
Owner/Operator Member

Kristen Rodriguez 
Supplier Member