Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsored Breakout Session | Price: $ 6,500 | Available: 3 
Position yourself as an expert in the industry. This 45 minute session allows you to tell your success stories and the impacts your company has had on the industry. Have it panel style, fireside chat, or interactive, you call the shots on this one! 

Available as a Gold level sponsor or above. 

 

Learning Lab | Price: $ 3,500 | Available: 4 
Have you discovered a solution that directly impacts the Economic Development industry? Then position yourself as a subject matter expert by sharing your findings and success stories with conference attendees in this highly interactive and engaging hour. 

Available to sponsors and exhibitors only. 

 

Lightning Talk | Price: $ 1,000 | Available: 10 
These fast-paced presentations are just enough time for you to showcase your expertise on a specific topic; share knowledge,insight, and experiences; and establish yourself as a leader in the industry. Be creative and connect directly with attendees through 

audience engagement quizzes, challenges, and more! 

 

Exclusive Event Opportunities 

Women of Economic Development Luncheon | Price: $ 12,000 | Available: 1 
Elevate your organization’s support for gender equality and empowerment by sponsoring our Women of Economic Development Brunch. This exclusive onsite event brings together trailblazing women in the field of economic development for a morning of networking, inspiration, and collaboration. Join us in celebrating the achievement of women in economic development while gaining valuable exposure to a dynamic and influential audience. Secure your sponsorship today and be a catalyst for positive change in our community. All genders welcome. 

Includes: 

• Plated Lunch for up to one hundred guests
• Two All-Access Conference Passes
• Input into primary discussion topic with Conference Producer 
• Sponsor to make intro and welcome remarks 
• Logo included on signage at venue 
• Linked Logo added to Sponsor page of Conference website 
• Company Logo and Profile included on the conference app 
• Conference agenda will include name of sponsor 
• Social media outreach to include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn 

 

Emerging Leaders Reception | Price: $ 10,000 | Available: 1 
Showcase your dedication to innovation and expansion while positioning your organization as a pioneer of leadership by sponsoring IEDC’s Emerging Leaders Reception. This exclusive event brings together seasoned professionals from diverse industries, new leadership, and newcomers to the field of economic development. The event will provide invaluable opportunity for networking and engaging with visionary leaders who are spearheading innovative approaches and reshaping the landscape of economic development, driving both industry growth and community prosperity. 

Includes: 

• One All-Access Conference Pass
• Participants receive two beverage tickets per guest and light snacks.
• Your Company Name & Logo on 2’ x 3’ placard welcoming guests to reception.
• Sponsor can distribute company swag for guests
• Sponsor can have a drawing
• Logo included on signage at venue,
• Linked Logo added to Sponsor page of Conference website
• Your company will be listed on conference agenda
• Your Company Logo and Profile included on the conference app
• Social media outreach to include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

 

Awards Reception | Price: $ 10,000 | Available: 1 
Elevate your brand and align with excellence by sponsoring IEDC’s prestigious Award Winners Reception where VIP’s and esteemed award winners will gather on-site for 90 minutes of celebration and networking. Showcase your commitment to recognizing excellence while positioning your brand prominently amidst an atmosphere of achievement and success to a select audience of 100 -150 industry leaders, decision makers, and innovators. 

Includes: 

• Two All-Access conference passes
• Sponsor to Present one of the award categories at conference
• Sponsor can be a judge of award
• Provide a short welcome & intro at cocktail reception
• Branded cocktail napkins
• Can provide winners a gift for winners to be approved by IEDC
• Logo included on signage at venue,
• Linked Logo added to Sponsor page of Conference website
• Your Company Logo and Profile included on the conference app
• Social media outreach to include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

 

EDRP Dinner | Price: $ 7,000 | Available: 1; To an EDRP Member Only 
As an EDRP Member, you have an exclusive opportunity to showcase your organization's commitment to elevating research in the field. Discuss the most pressing economic development trends and challenges we are facing today while reflecting on their influences as a whole. Connect with fellow members, peers, and friends. Highlight your organization through brand recognition as the exclusive EDRP Dinner sponsor! 

Includes: 

• Two All-Access Conference Passes
• Sponsor to make intro and welcome remarks
• Logo included on signage at venue
• Linked Logo added to Sponsor page of Conference website
• Company Logo and Profile included on the conference app
• Conference agenda will include name of sponsor
• Social media outreach to include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

 

International Dinner | Price: $ 10,000 | Available: 1 
Showcase your organization's commitment to global economic growth and innovation. Celebrate the vibrant network of countries, regions, and cultures that make up the IEDC family. This exclusive networking opportunity will not only give you prominent visibility, but will put you in front of key international stakeholders and an influential audience of industry professionals. Engage with international economic developers who are working to make a positive change on a global scale! 

Includes: 

• One All-Access Conference Pass
• Your Company Name & Logo on 2’ x 3’ placard welcoming guests to dinner.
• Sponsor can distribute company swag for guests
• Sponsor can have a drawing
• Logo included on signage at venue,
• Linked Logo added to Sponsor page of Conference website
• Your company will be listed on conference agenda
• Your Company Logo and Profile included on the conference app
• Social media outreach to include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

 

Defining Issues Lunch | Price: $ 12,000 | Available: 1 
Do you encourage the tough conversations? Do you not shy away from the hard-hitting topics? This exclusive lunch brings together those who aren't afraid to discuss those conversations that need to be had. With past topics such as Reparations, this lunch discussion is open to all ideas and not afraid to hold back. This sponsorship will allow you to drive the conversation as you'll meet with the Program Manager to decide on the "Defining Issue" that will be spotlighted at the 2024 Annual Conference. Secure your sponsorship today and be a catalyst for positive change in our community. 

Includes: 

• Plated Lunch for up to one hundred guests
• Two All-Access Conference Passes
• Input into primary discussion topic with Conference Producer
• Sponsor to make intro and welcome remarks
• Logo included on signage at venue
• Linked Logo added to Sponsor page of Conference website
• Company Logo and Profile included on the conference app
• Conference agenda will include name of sponsor
• Social media outreach to include Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

 

Technology Training Course Happy Hour | Price: $ 5,000 | Available: 1 
Share your knowledge and connect with 50-60 professionals by sponsoring the exclusive happy hour associated with the Technology-Led Economic Development training course, which is the first course IEDC is holding in-person this year. This 60-minute happy hour offers a relaxed environment to show your support for and converse with those furthering technology-led economic development in their communities. 

Includes: 

• Ability for the representatives to participate in the happy hour
• Branded cocktail napkins and signage at happy hour
• Logo included on course agenda provided to attendees
• Ability to distribute promotional one-pager at course registration desk
• Ability to provide course attendees with a branded swag item
• Linked logo on course registration web page
• Recognition

 

Exhibiting Perks & Opportunities 

 Perks  

• Two (2) Exhibitor passes.   
• Company logo inside the conference registration brochure   
• Company logo and description in the onsite application   
• Link and logo on the IEDC Conference website and social media   
• Free copy of the complete conference attendee list (excluding email addresses)   
• Company logo and recognition in the Economic Development Journal    

• Access to full conference registrations at the early bird member rate, if desired  
• Additional exhibitor badges can be purchased for $150. 

 

Exhibiting Opportunities  

Tabletop Display: $3,300 

Please note: exhibiting and exhibit passes ARE NOT full registrations and only allow access to the exhibit hall.