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 2024, the SPARKS Conference will be December 9th and 10th. The conference is typically held in Seattle. Due to COVID, the conference was held online for a few years but has since returned to in-person with a virtual option. In 2024, the conference will take place at Cascadia College in Bothell. Details for the upcoming SPARKS Conference are typically posted in the fall (September).

How do I register?

Registration for the SPARKS Conference typically opens in the fall (September/October). Early bird registration for 2024 is now open, and will close on October 13th. Regular registration will take place after October 13th.

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 2024 list of speakers and presentations has been released.

We typically start recruiting speakers in the summer.  If we are looking for speakers at this time, more information can be found on our Call for Speakers page. 

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!