Direct to Buyers
Maximize your brand's impact and connect directly with elite event planners through exclusive Direct to Buyer sponsorships at Connect Spring Marketplace.
With your brand prominently displayed on refund envelopes, you'll have the chance to generate a relationship with planners beyond the event.SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Branded envelope with artwork provided by sponsor for refund checks to be passed out in. - Opportunity to provide a business card to go inside each envelope.- Sponsor logo will be included on Connect website. - Option to provide a gift to be passed out with refund checks.- One sponsorship available per track. PRICING: Planner Checkout $7.5k per track
Get in touch: sales@connectmeetings.com
Attendees will thank you 'a latte' after enjoying their favorite beverage.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Branded $5 Starbucks gift cards to be handed to all meeting planners at registration. - Sponsor logo on website and signage. - One sponsorship available per track.
PRICING: Coffee On Us $10k
Tracks Available: Association, Citywide, Corporate, Incentive, International
With your logo prominently displayed on items such as pens, notepads, and water bottles, you'll have constant exposure and a lasting impression on planners throughout the event.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Opportunity to sponsor max of three items placed on planner tables.- Table items (to be determined by Connect) can include notebooks, pens, hand sanitizer, water bottles, etc.- Option to provide one gift item or sales item beyond branded planner table items. - One sponsorship available per track.
PRICING: Planner Table Items $12.5k
Sponsoring the planner room drops at Connect Spring Marketplace is a unique way to welcome attendees to the event and make an unforgettable first impression.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Sponsor provides gift items (posters, food, bags, etc.) to be placed in meeting planner hotel rooms. - For purchase per track and non-exclusive.
PRICING: Planner Room Drops $7.5k per track
Welcome the newest faces to Connect Spring Marketplace with the First Timers Orientation sponsorship. You'll have the opportunity to show a video, personally welcome all first-time attendees, and lead a celebratory champagne toast, ensuring your brand leaves a lasting first impression.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Sponsor is able to show a video and welcome all of the First Time Attendees- Will lead a champagne toast after welcoming attendees to Connect Spring Marketplace
PRICING: First Timer's Orientation $20k
There's no better way to start the day than with a CMP breakfast! By hosting a CMP breakfast, you'll have the unique opportunity to spend time with CMP planners at Connect Spring Marketplace and have their undivided attention.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- All CMP planners invited (250 planners attend on average). - Digital signage and opportunity to place collateral in room. - Branded email invitation and registration site. - Branded email ticket confirmations. - 3-5 minute speaking opportunity. - Continental breakfast included (option to enhance F&B at an additional cost). - Breakfast will be added as an official agenda item online. - Sponsor logo added to Connect website.
PRICING: CMP Breakfast $30k
As the sponsor of a Hosted Breakfast Focus Group at Connect Spring Marketplace, you'll power up your brand with valuable insights and direct engagement.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- 1.5 hour focus group regarding sponsor's destination led by Connect.- Option to invite up to 15 buyers. - Digital signage and opportunity to place collateral in room. - Connect to lead focus group with buyers of your choice.- Branded email invitation and registration site. - Branded email ticket confirmations. - 3-5 minute speaking opportunity. - Continental breakfast included (option to enhance F&B at an additional cost). - Breakfast will be added as an official agenda item online. - Sponsor logo added to Connect website. - Hosted Breakfast Focus Groups will take place on Day 2. (2 AVAILABLE!)
PRICING: Hosted Breakfast Focus Group $30k
By sponsoring a hosted lunch at Connect Spring Marketplace you'll get valuable face time with your target audience to further your relationship with them.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Option to invite up to 50 buyers. - Digital signage and opportunity to place collateral in room. - Branded email invitation and registration site. - Branded email ticket confirmations. - 3-5 minute speaking opportunity. - Sandwich or wrap lunch included (option to enhance F&B at an additional cost). - Lunch will be added as an official agenda item online. - Sponsor logo added to Connect website. - Hosted Lunches will be on Day 3 only. (2 AVAILABLE!)
PRICING: Hosted Lunch $30k
As a Hosted Breakfast sponsor, you'll gain insights into your target audience's needs and preferences and have the opportunity to facilitate the discussion and showcase your brand's thought leadership.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Option to invite up to 50 buyers. - Digital signage and opportunity to place collateral in room. - Branded email invitation and registration site. - Branded email ticket confirmations. - 3-5 minute speaking opportunity. - Continental breakfast included (option to enhance F&B at an additional cost). - Breakfast will be added as an official agenda item online. - Sponsor logo added to Connect website. - Hosted Breakfasts will be on Day 2 and Day 3. (3 AVAILABLE!)
PRICING: Hosted Breakfast $30k
Want to be the most 'liked' brand at Connect Spring Marketplace? By purchasing a social media package, you'll get an exclusive shoutout on Connect's Facebook and Instagram before the show to let everyone know that you're attending and ready to get business done.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Includes social media shout-out on Connect's Facebook and Instagram.- Non-exclusive.
PRICING: Social Media Package $15k
As the room key sponsor, you'll open doors to new relationships and business opportunities. Your brand will be given maximum exposure throughout the event, putting you at the top of attendees' minds each time they enter their rooms.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Your logo or "call to action" on room keys.- Sponsor provides artwork for Connect to produce. - Keys are distributed at check-in to planners only.
PRICING: Room Key Sponsorship $25k
Ready to party? Our open night party promotion opportunity allows you to invite all Connect Spring Marketplace attendees to your event, and provides you with a list of RSVPs afterwards so you can stay in touch.
SPONSORSHIP INCLUDES:- Includes pre- and post-event email.- Official registration link and list of RSVPs supplied post-event.- Listed in Show Guide and as part of official schedule. - All attendee access.
PRICING: Open Night Party Promotion $15k
