Membership
Joining the Consortium
Welcome! The PoE Consortium is an open organization driven to promote the usage and adoption of Power-over-Ethernet technology in the smart building industry. Our focus is education, advocacy, and the sharing of best practices.
Who should join?
Anyone interested in supporting our mission, networking amongst peers, and learning about this industry. There are no limits to who may join.
How do I join?
Submit a Membership Application Form. Memberships will be approved or denied within 30 days of application. Annual dues must be paid within 30 days of approval.
What are the levels of membership?
General Members
This level is open to companies who are a part of the PoE smart building industry, broadly defined. There are some requirements to join at this level:
- Adhere to IEEE standards, though certification via IEEE is not required
- Commit to the PoE Consortium’s ethics standards
- Support and further the PoE Consortium’s mission
- Apply and be approved by majority board vote
- $1,000 annual membership dues
Patron Members
This membership level is for companies who seek to elevate the field of PoE lighting and smart buildings.
The membership commitment is $5,000 annually and members must meet the same criteria as the General Membership level.
Observers
There are no limits to those who are interested in becoming an observer. You may join from any industry, organization, as an individual, or as a company.
By joining, you agree to commit to, and follow, the PoE Consortium’s ethics standards and support our mission.
This level comes with an annual membership due of $250.
What are the benefits
of membership?
| Qualifications | Patron Member | Member | Observer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Support the PoE Consortium's Mission | Ok | Ok | Ok |
| Adhere to the PoE Consoritum's Code of Ethics | Ok | Ok | Ok |
| Follow IEEE standards (official certification not required) | Ok | Ok | |
| Approved by a majority of the board of directors | Ok | Ok | |
| Benefits | |||
| Indiviuals who may represent the company at meetings and on committees | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Votes per company in elections and official membership matters | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Able to chair and sit on committees with voting abilities | Ok | Ok | None |
| Company logo prominently displayed on PoE Consoritum website | Ok | None | None |
| Invitation to the annual meeting | Ok | Ok | None |
| Discounts on educational materials and trainings | Ok | Ok | Ok |
| Receive PoE Consoritum newsletters and communications | Ok | Ok | Ok |
| Invitation to public PoE Consortium events | Ok | Ok | Ok |
| Special Patron PoE Consoritum logo for marketing use | Ok | None | None |
| Special Member PoE Consoritum logo for marketing use | None | Ok | None |
| Special PoE Consoritum Supporter logo for marketing use | None | None | Ok |
| Annual Commitment | |||
| Dues | $5,000 | $1,000 | $250 |
What if I am a student?
Good news! Students may apply for a waived Observer membership fee for up to two (2) consecutive years. Fill out the Student Application Form and it will be reviewed at ongoing board meetings for approval within 45 days of application.
What if my company is denied membership?
If, in the unlikely and very rare instance the board denies a company’s membership application, the board will provide an explanation. The company will have an opportunity to provide rectifying information and appeal the decision to the board.