The SGAA Accreditation seal spotlights the years of hard work these esteemed members have done to become the absolute best at what they do. Accredited members know they are the standard-bearers of a craft they’ll pass on to others as it was passed on to them. It’s an honor for us to spotlight these exceptional leaders within our community, and an honor for them to be recognized for their work.
There are three classes of accredited professional membership:
- Studio: A company that designs, fabricates, repairs and/or restores leaded, stained, and/or decorative art glass.
- Artist/Designer: Professionals who design and/or paint glass for leaded, stained, and/or decorative art glass.
- Craft Supplier/Manufacturer: A company that actively distributes and/or manufactures materials and/or products used in leaded, stained, and/or decorative art glass craft.
Benefits
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Subscription to Stained Glass Quarterly
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The right to display the Association’s Seal of Accreditation
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Access to the SGAA Community Facebook Page
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The opportunity to receive Calls for Bid that come through the SGAA Office
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Priority listing in the Find a Studio section of our website.
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A full company listing in the Alphabetical Directory of the Sourcebook (now fully online: the Find a Studio section of our website).
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The opportunity to have an unique studio profile page with highlighted projects and a portfolio in The Sourcebook (now fully online: the Find a Studio section of our website).
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A membership certificate
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First access and discounts on annual SGAA Conferences
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Attendance at General Membership Meetings and Conferences
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First access and discounts on annual SGAA Conferences
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The opportunity to serve in volunteer leadership positions, like committees and elected offices
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The right to cast two (2) votes on all elections and business matters brought before the voting membership
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Access to SGAA office services
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Access to relevant trade information
Eligibility
To be eligible for membership at this level, applicants must:
- Have been in business for a minimum of four (4) years.
- Have been an SGAA Member at the Professional Level for at least (2) years.
- Meet the IRS definition of professional: 70% of their income must be derived from their work in leaded, stained, and/or decorative art glass.
- Complete a detailed application process that includes references, portfolio review, and site visits.
Fees
- $50 application fee (one-time)
- $300 studio visit fee (one-time)
- $550 membership dues (annual)
The membership term is June 1 through May 31 of each calendar year.
For a detailed look at the accreditation process, benefits, and maintenance requirements, access the full application here:
Accredited Professional Membership Application (opens new window)