California Green Building Awards & Green Gala

Unmatched Statewide Network 

Position your firm directly in front of executive decision-makers across premier energy, policy, infrastructure, architecture, engineering, and development organizations. Join visionaries from the top firms who shape the most visible green building projects in California.

 

Corporate Branding

Shift away from lengthy seated dinners to enjoy focused awards with high-visibility Corporate Branding & Access Packages. Sponsors gain direct access to VIP networking areas, curated experiential spaces, and prominent recognition without the rigid constraints of plated dinner.

Who's in the Room

 

  • 440 attendees at the 20th Annual Green Gala (2025)
     
  • 197 companies represented across California's building industry
     
  • 8 industry sectors in the room, from architecture and engineering to utilities, real estate, and entertainment, giving sponsors direct access to the full green building value chain

 

Our Audience Reach

Now is the time to be seen!

77K+

Mailing Audience

50%

Average Email Open Rate

20K+

Social Media Audience

8K+

Average Annual Event Attendees

263k+

Event Site Views Reached in 2025

Iconic Venue: Audrey Irmas Pavilion

A Landmark Setting

Hosted at the world-renowned Audrey Irmas Pavilion in Los Angeles, designed by the Office for Metropolitan Architecture (OMA).

The 55,000 sq. ft. architectural masterpiece features three vertically stacked gathering spaces, offering a dynamic flow for sponsors to engage guests seamlessly across distinct recognition zones.

Elevate Your Brand: Sponsorship Opportunities

Presenter Sponsorships

- $4,500 each -

  • Limited availability.
  • 2 Gala Tickets included.
  • Prominent recognition in gala presentation, on event site, in press release, and on social media.

Category Branding

Exclusive corporate branding attached to 1 official California Green Building Award celebrating project excellence.

On-Stage Presence
An executive from your organization presents award on stage alongside a USGBC-CA Board Director during the event's most memorable moment.

Area Sponsorships

- $4,500 each -

  • Limited availability.
  • 2 Gala Tickets included.
  • Prominent recognition in gala presentation, on event site, in press release, and on social media.

1. 🌱 Green Grand Entrance

First brand touchpoint for every arriving executive.

2. 🥂 Welcome Champagne

Branded welcome toast in VIP & Main Receptions.

3. 🤳Photo Experience (SOLD)

Branded digital & physical keepsakes for all guests.

4. 🍷  Wine Bar

Exclusive bar recognition (2 Locations available).

5. 🎁 Silent Auction Area

High-traffic placement alongside luxury packages.

6. 🧀 Charcuterie

Artisan culinary station (2 Locations available).

7. 🫒 Hors d'oeuvres

Branded tray pass & gourmet tasting stations.

8. 🧁 Dessert

Decadent dessert lounge (2  Locations available).

9. 🌟 VIP Lounge

Prime networking area prior to main ceremony.

10.💃 After Party

Exclusive Late Night celebration branding opportunity.

Nomination Wall Sponsorship

- $2,500 each -

Honoring excellence. Elevate your brand with additional nomination visibility.
 

  • Large logo presence adjacent to a nominated project on the high-visibility physical Nomination Wall during the pre-and post-reception.
  • 2 Gala Tickets included.
  • Prominent recognition in gala presentation, on event site, in press release, and on social media.

VIP Experience 

- $2,500 each -

Elevate the experience of your guests.
 

  • Reserve a High-Top for your team and prospective clients to network.
  • 2 Preferred Parking Passes for a seamless, skip-the-line experience: expedited drop off and retrieval in the preferred parking area.
  • 2 Gala Tickets included.
  • Prominent recognition in gala presentation, on event site, in press release, and on social media.