The Benefits of Your Vendor Membership

Posted By: Luke Brown Membership,

Being part of the Rental Housing Association of Washington (RHAWA) as a vendor member opens a cornucopia of opportunities. Your membership is more than a symbol of your commitment to the rental housing industry in Washington; it's a gateway to resources and connections that are instrumental for your business. This article aims to elucidate some core benefits tied to your vendor membership, shedding light on how they can be conducive to your operational and networking endeavors.

Referral System
Firstly, the referral system at RHAWA is tailored to bridge the gap between demand and supply. Whenever members reach out to RHAWA seeking products or services pertinent to the rental housing sector, the association directs them towards your business. This natural flow of referrals not only augments your potential customer base but also fosters a symbiotic relationship between you and the broader RHAWA community. It's pivotal to underscore that our members genuinely need your products and services. Your expertise and offerings are a vital cog in the seamless operation and advancement of their rental housing endeavors.

Vendor Directory

Your presence in the vendor directories is another facet of your membership that warrants attention. Being listed in two distinct categories within the RHAWA newspaper, and up to four online categories, your business gains visibility among a targeted audience. The online vendor directory, in particular, is a valuable platform where prospective clients can explore and reach out to you. This organized listing serves as a conduit for potential clients to discover what you have to offer. It's important to note that the vendor categories can be updated or added based on your areas of expertise, which in turn determine under which categories your business appears in the vendor directory. If you are interested in updating or adding vendor categories, feel free to contact: Luke Brown at lbrown@rhawa.org or (206)905-0610.

Become an Education Volunteer 
RHAWA is consistently looking subject matter experts for our ongoing seminars and other educational resources - become part of a fast moving, vibrant community that is experiencing dramatic growth. Relying upon your knowledge and experience in the industry, you help us build and maintain curriculum and other educational resources. To learn more about these opportunities contact: Denise Myers at dmyers@RHAwa.org. 

Become a Guest on our Podcast
If you feel passionate about an issue or curious about a topic you feel should be covered in the podcast, please reach out to Corey with your ideas. He'd be happy to have you on the show! Contact: Corey Hjalseth at chjalseth@rhawa.org or (206) 905-0603.

Become a Contributing Author
It’s been said you can’t claim to be an author until you’re published. If that’s the case, we’ve got a couple ways for you to become an official author right here! 

RHAWA’s Current Newspaper is the leading rental housing industry news journal in Washington State. Current reviews industry related legislative activity, vacancy trends, property management and maintenance information, as well as business and personal finance. 

RHAWA is more than happy to review any and all articles pertaining to the rental housing industry. RHAWA cannot guarantee all submitted articles will be published. Articles must be educational and cannot compete with products and services offered by RHAWA. To learn more about this opportunity contact: Sisi Mereness at smereness@RHAwa.org.

Print & Digital

Now, let’s talk about your digital footprint. The advertising avenues provided by RHAWA are nothing short of a boon. With exclusive advertising opportunities both in print via the CURRENT newspaper and online on RHAWA’s website, your outreach can transcend conventional boundaries. The digital advertising suite, encompassing website ads and social media campaigns, is particularly noteworthy.

In an era where digital presence is tantamount to visibility, these advertising options can be instrumental in propelling your business into the limelight among the right audience. 

Sponsorship
Lastly, the event sponsorship opportunities are a quintessence of community engagement. By sponsoring RHAWA events, you're not merely promoting your business, but you're also contributing to a thriving ecosystem of professionals bound by common interests and goals. The annual events hosted by RHAWA are high-profile occasions that draw a confluence of industry professionals. Your sponsorship not only garners recognition but also engenders a sense of camaraderie and shared vision within the community.

On this note, we are thrilled to unveil RHAWA's revamped Premier Sponsorships, our yearly sponsor packages. Taking a leap from the previous package, we now present three meticulously curated bundles, each brimming with a vastly expanded array of benefits. These benefits are comprehensive and designed to ensure a holistic engagement with the RHAWA community. They include sponsorship at all RHAWA yearly events, advertisements on the new RHAWA podcast, ad space in our CURRENT newspaper, and extended podium time at events among other advantages.

In conclusion, your vendor membership at RHAWA is a repository of benefits, each designed to catalyze your business growth and foster deeper connections within the rental housing industry. As you navigate through your membership journey, embracing these benefits can be pivotal in aligning your business with the broader objectives of the RHAWA community and the rental housing sector at large. Your success, driven by the leverage of these benefits, reverberates through the entire community, embodying the collaborative spirit that RHAWA supports.