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Find frequently asked questions about SPARKS! What is Sparks? SPARKS is the PNSMA’s annual social marketing conference, covering two days of insights and instruction from prominent voices in the field. The event features more than a dozen social marketing experts speaking on behavior change related to some of the most urgent issues we face, including public health, injury prevention, environmental health and protection, and community well-being in the Pacific Northwest.
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Our hope is that people coming from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences will benefit from SPARKS. Urgent issues in the Pacific Northwest will be solved with successful collaboration across many professional fields and disciplines. Whether you work for Waste Management, an environmental consulting agency, a tech firm, or a food bank, we are hopeful that you will learn something meaningful and applicable to your line of work.
When & Where is SPARKS?
The SPARKS Conference is held on two consecutive days in early December each year.
In 2025, the SPARKS Conference will be held virtually on December 8th & December 9th via Zoom.
How do I register?
Registration for the SPARKS Conference typically opens in the fall (September/October). Registration for SPARKS 2025 is now open. Please register here.
Where can I find the speaker list?
The list of speakers along with their topics for the SPARKS Conference is typically posted in October. The 2025 list of speakers and presentations can be found here.
We typically start recruiting speakers in the summer. Speakers for SPARKS 2025 have already been chosen. Please check back next summer for information about being a speaker at SPARKS 2026.
Where can I find the list of book prizes given out last year?
Find the complete list of books from past SPARKS Conference prize giveaways here.
I'm interested in sponsoring the SPARKS Conference. Where Can I find information on the cost to become a sponsor?
We typically sign up sponsors in the summer and fall of the year. Visit the Become a Sponsor page for more details.
If you have any other questions regarding SPARKS, Please reach out to info@pnsma.org!