Southeast Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association

The Southeast Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association is regional affiliate of the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association. The Southeast Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (SEHPBA) represents the states of: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

SEHPBA'S MISSION

To foster and promote the business interests of enterprises in the hearth, patio & barbecue industries including, but not limited to:

1. Encouraging the creation of new commercial opportunities.
2. Facilitating trade and commerce in the industry through Trade Shows and promotions.
3. Undertaking research and education activities to overcome obstacles to industry sales.
4. Advocating the industry's interest in legislative and regulatory debates.
5. To undertake such activities and programs as shall be allowed by the laws of the States of North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and Tennessee.
6. To foster and promote research and education in the utilization of wood, gas, and other fuels as alternative sources of energy.

 

The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association is a non-profit organization who represents the manufacturers, distributors, manufacturer representatives and retail dealers of hearth, patio, barbecue products and accessories, plus service companies who service this range of products such as chimney service companies.

 

Certification Programs for Hearth Professionals

Training & Research