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Become a mindful MATERIALS Member
From an industry-led movement for transparency to a global nonprofit, mindful MATERIALS is driven by a diverse community of members—architects, designers, manufacturers, owners, contractors, and sustainability leaders—who are all committed to advancing material sustainability.
As a nonprofit organization, membership provides an affordable and scalable way to support this critical work while unlocking valuable benefits tailored to your role in the industry.
Membership Benefits
Collaborate + Learn
Connect with peers and share knowledge in Working and Engagement Groups—a non-competitive space for problem-solving and industry alignment.
Access expert insights, resources, and best practices that drive sustainability progress.
Expand Your Reach
Bring the mM community to your space by hosting a regional Pop-Up mMATERIALS show, engaging directly with industry stakeholders.
Showcase your leadership in material sustainability and connect with key decision-makers shaping the future of the built environment.
Exclusive Access
Attend mindful MATERIALS events for free or at a discounted rate, including networking gatherings and educational sessions.
Gain access to our members-only Collaboration Hub, featuring the Global Member Directory, message boards, and exclusive content.
Enhance Your Brand
Demonstrate your commitment by using the official mM Member logo in your marketing and communications.
Position your firm or company as a leader in sustainable materials through engagement opportunities and industry recognition.
Join the Movement
By joining as an Individual, Manufacturer, or A+D Member Firm, you actively contribute to a more innovative, healthier, and more sustainable built environment. Together, we are building momentum for industry-wide change.
An mM Individual Membership is $75 annually and grants you direct access to the members-only Collaboration Hub for networking, best-practice sharing, and more. Access to the mM Portal remains free for users!
A mM Manufacturer Membership is $500 annually and is required in order to enrich your product data in the mMPortal. Already a sponsor? You’re covered — membership is included in all sponsorship packages.
The cost of an AEC membership varies by firm size. If you use the Portal, our resources, or the Common Materials Framework, consider becoming a member to support our growth and further development of these resources. Access to the mM Portal remains free for users!
Engagement Groups
Stay in the loop on the latest in materials sustainability, enjoy peer-to-peer learning, and provide industry feedback on mindful MATERIALS’ work. Each month, Engagement Groups meet virtually and hear from guest speakers who are relevant to their work. They also have an opportunity for open discussion and Q&A amongst the group.
Architect + Designers Engagement Group
The A&D Engagement Group comes together as a collective to discuss the importance of holistically sustainable specifications and share knowledge and resources to enable each member to design and specify more sustainably and successfully. Members play a key role in elevating awareness of the Common Materials Framework in their firms and communities and integrate the CMF in their day to day work.
Manufacturer’s Engagement Group
Navigating the implementation and effectiveness of sustainability efforts as a manufacturer presents a lot of shared challenges and opportunities. Come together with peers to learn the latest from Mindful Materials and industry leading experts, knowledge-share with peers in a pre-competitive space, plus identify collective opportunities to leverage the CMF, drive changes in manufacturing, and grow awareness and action among specifiers.
Explore the Collaboration Hub
The Collaboration Hub is a members-only platform designed to provide opportunities to connect, collaborate, and share knowledge and resources virtually. While the current mindful MATERIALS Portal serves as a place to connect with product data structured within the Common Materials Framework, the Collaboration Hub serves as a place to connect with other people across disciplines throughout the mindful MATERIALS community.
Key features include:
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Global Member Directory Map: Our interactive member directory map provides access to an extensive network of like-minded individuals throughout the built environment. Discover peers in your area or connect with experts from diverse backgrounds across continents.
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Message Boards: Engage in meaningful discussions and exchange valuable insights on dedicated message boards. Whether seeking advice, sharing expertise, or exploring new ideas, our message boards provide a lively platform for collaborative discourse.
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Member Engagement Groups: Join forces with fellow architects and designers or manufacturers through our engagement groups to stay up to date on the latest in sustainable materials, address pressing challenges, and drive impactful change in your community and beyond. From changes to certifications and building standards to advocacy campaigns and community outreach programs, our engagement groups provide a platform to share knowledge and resources in a pre-competitive space.
As the Hub evolves, we will be launching an integrated learning management system and more features based on feedback from our community.
"I leave every call inspired by the work members are doing at their firms and as advocates in their communities. As we align behind shared goals of greater materials transparency and holistic sustainability, this group demonstrates the potential of collaboration and open sharing of knowledge to accelerate the pace of change in the design industry."
— Alexandra Gadawski AIA, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, LFA
Associate, Sustainability Leader, HMFH ARCHITECTS
Co-Chair, mM A+D Engagement Group
“Nature teaches us that the way to increase intelligence in a system is to get it to communicate with more parts of itself. This is the promise of mindful MATERIALS and why I volunteer on the Manufacturer Engagement Group. By connecting the parts of the building product ecosystem, we can get smarter and better together.”
— Mikhail Davis
Director of Technical Sustainability, Interface
Member, mM Manufacturers Engagement Group
“I’ve seen firsthand how much can be done and how much can be learned when you connect passionate individuals. The Community Working Group comes from a need for connection, a need for community, and I’m excited to see this take place at an even greater scale. Anyone and everyone willing to be a part of the conversation around creating a better future through design should be a part of this group.”
— Antonio Herrera
National Market Director - A&D, Material Bank
Co-Chair, mM Community Working Group
Have you or your organization joined as a member, but you’re not sure where to start?
Check out our welcome packages for Architects & Designers and Manufacturers for tips on how to make the most of your membership.