Why Join the SCTC Vendor Advisory Council (VAC)?
Affiliating with the Society of Communications Technology Consultants (SCTC) Vendor Advisory Council (VAC) offers a unique opportunity to build strong relationships with leading industry consultants. These connections form the foundation for long-term business success, and VAC members enjoy a range of networking and marketing advantages, including:
- Network with top consultants in the communications technology industry and forge valuable relationships.
- Collaborate with consultants to identify shared business prospects.
- Attend SCTC conferences designed for information sharing and targeted networking.
- Gain preferred opportunities to present case studies at SCTC conferences and consultant-focused webinars.
- Utilize the SCTC’s comprehensive consultant directory, categorized by state, specialties, vertical markets, or zip code, for precise marketing and communication.
- Capture consultants’ attention and be included in their client proposals.
- Be listed in the SCTC VAC directory, where consultants frequently seek solutions for their clients.
- Receive valuable feedback on new or enhanced products and services as part of your company’s market research efforts.
The Business Case for Membership
Being a member of the SCTC VAC makes good business sense. SCTC consultants work with clients who collectively spend hundreds of millions of dollars annually on communications technology. Building trust and interactive relationships with vendor-independent consultants increases your chances of securing business.
Membership means partnering with knowledgeable industry contacts who understand your company, your offerings, and how they meet clients' needs. Actively participating in the SCTC VAC is one of the most cost-effective ways to connect with the industry’s top consultants and position your organization for success.
SCTC Vendor Advisory Council Membership Tiers
| Benefits | Description | Bronze | Silver | Gold |
| Cost | The sponsorship fee for each tier. | $1,450 | $1,950 | $2,750 |
| Access to complete consultant contact list | Direct access to SCTC’s complete list of consultant contacts for networking and outreach. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Basic listing on SCTC website | A simple company profile is displayed on the SCTC website. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Fireside Chat speaker slots | Opportunities to speak during exclusive Fireside Chat sessions. | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Annual Conference - Fee discount | Additional discounts on conference fees for your team. | Add'l 25% | 20% | |
| Annual Conference - Speaker session* | Opportunity to present a session during the Annual Conference (subject to approval). | 1 | ||
| Annual Conference - Panel Session (by invitation) | Invitation-only opportunities to participate in expert panels during the Annual Conference. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Conference signage | Company branding on signage displayed during the Annual Conference. | ✓ | ||
| Web signage | Your logo is displayed as a sponsor on the SCTC website. | ✓ | ||
| SCTC Website - still ads | Static banner ads are displayed on the SCTC website. | 1 | 2 | |
| SCTC Website - video | A promotional video hosted on the SCTC website. | 1 | ||
| Social Media posts | Regular social media promotion of your company or services. | 1/Month | Unlimited | |
| Email blast highlight | A highlight of your company in SCTC’s email communications. | ✓ | ||
| Link streaming on SCTC website | Direct links to your promotional content or live events on the SCTC website. | ✓ | ||
| Logo on SCTC website | The company logo is displayed on the SCTC website, with enhanced visibility for Gold tier sponsors. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ + Banner |
| Fireside Chat - Main Speaker | Priority placement as a main speaker during Fireside Chat sessions. | Standby | 1 | |
| Fireside Chat - Sponsorships* | Sponsorship opportunities for Fireside Chat events to showcase your brand. | 1/Year | 1/Quarter | |
| Annual Conference - Logo recognition, goody bag items | Recognition in conference materials and inclusion of promotional items in attendee goody bags. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Annual Conference - VAC Night Participation | Participation in VAC Night, a signature networking and engagement event during the Annual Conference. | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
* 20-minute session, maximum of 2 slots, first come, first serve
** Written by Vendor, one e-blast per year
*** Infomercial - 1 minute maximum