SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES February 11-13 Hilton Austin
About the Industry Conference 800+ attendees ranging from event directors, vendors, media, athletes, timers, charities, tech startups, etc. 60+ exhibitors at the sold out expo Daily group runs Top industry programming built around growing the sport and business of running National industry leaders and speakers Multiple networking opportunities
Location Highlights - Hilton Austin Surrounded by some of the finest restaurants in the city, the 6th Street Entertainment District, numerous bars and live music venues, premier shopping and more, the Hilton Austin offers an ideal central location for conference attendees to experience Austin.
Who Attends 75% of conference registrants are returning attendees 7% 5% 9% 9% 59% 11% Event Management Technology Manufacturer Charity Media Other
Sample Schedule Sunday February 11 Expo First-Timers Session Welcome Reception Awards Dinner Learn. Network. Grow! Monday February 12 Morning Group Run / Expo General Session Race Camps (hands-on sessions of 25-75 attendees) Networking Luncheon Expo Happy Hour Tuesday February 13 Morning Group Run / Expo General Session Idea Labs (sessions of approximately 125 attendees) Networking Luncheon Closing Reception
ACTIVATE YOUR BRAND Official Conference App Opportunities As the primary source or communication before and during the event, the conference app offers many connection points and pricing levels. Sponsored banner ads and push notifications are available on a limited basis. Speaker Lounge Sponsor Provide the lounge hospitality for the official speaker lounge. Help ensure our speakers are fueled up and ready to present. Monday Afternoon Happy Hour Be the host of the Monday afternoon expo happy hour. Attendees will flock to the expo after a full day of networking and programming. Opportunity to welcome attendees to the happy hour from the conference stage. VIP Reception Intimate opportunity for your company to network with the Running USA Board of Directors and conference VIP s. Personal Room Drops Excellent opportunity for a targeted reach to conference attendees staying at the host hotel. 100-person room drop minimum required. *Additional restrictions apply. Goodie Bag Inserts Place your product or sample inside the official conference goodie bag. **Size and weight restrictions apply or this limited number opportunity. Innovation Showcase Eight available 15-minute stage demonstrations in the expo during prime hours on Sunday afternoon. Monday Coffee Break We all know how important caffeine can be to get through the conference. Be the sponsor for that extra boost. Official Conference Goodie Bag Display your company s name and logo along side Running USA as the official goodie bag provider for the 2018 conference Stage Entertainment in Expo Be the life of the party and provide the Two Step Lesson entertainment on the expo stage. Hall of Champions Dinner Table Sponsor Want to represent your brand at the tables and place settings for the official awards dinner? This opportunity is for you! Hotel Branding Opportunities - There are many opportunities to brand your company throughout the Hilton Austin. Showcase your brand as a visual focal point throughout the conference. Custom Branded Room Key Cards Place your brand at the fingertips of the hundreds of conference attendees staying at the host hotel. For specific pricing on any of the following please email Christine Bowen at christine@runningusa.org
Expo Overview The Running USA Industry Conference expo is host to more than 60 leading industry exhibitors and is a onestop opportunity for networking and growing your business. The expo is a central meeting ground throughout the event and is a prime opportunity to engage with decision makers, including our highly visible Innovation Showcase, where a select few get 15 minutes to make their pitch.
Exhibitor Packages Elite Level $10,000 Conference registration for four attendees ($2,200 value) One hotel room/three nights ($600 value) Premium inclusion in conference app Logo on conference sponsor page Premium booth space two 8 x 10 s Premium distribution in delegate goodie bag** Access to delegate attendee list* Ability to purchase to three additional registrations at $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price. Gold Level $7,500 Conference registration for three individuals ($1,650 value) Enhanced exhibitor listing in conference app Logo on conference sponsor page One Premium booth space (8 x 10) Access to delegate attendee list* Ability to purchase to two additional registrations a $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price. *Elite, Premium & Gold levels will receive the attendee list one-time two weeks prior to conference and one-time post conference. Standard level exhibitors will receive the list one-time post conference only. **Running USA is not responsible for product shipping and handling of items
Exhibitor Packages Premium Level $5,500 Conference registration for two individuals ($1,200 value) Premium booth space (8 x 10) Access to delegate attendee list* Ability to purchase to one additional registration at $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price. Standard Level $3,250 One conference registration ($550.00 value) Premium booth space (8 x 10) Ability to purchase to one additional registration at $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price.
Expo Stage Sponsor The 12 x 16 stage is where all attendees will guide their attention throughout much of the conference Be one of the focal points around our top programming and entertainment Stage has an included screen for visuals Conduct a product demo on the expo stage during the Innovation Showcase Includes individual conference registrations
Goodie Bag Insert Limited opportunity to place a company premium in our conference goodie bag*, reaching every conference attendee. Must supply a minimum of 700 items Shipping and receiving deadlines and rates apply *Items subject to pre-approval for size and weight
Custom Packages To discuss additional ideas you feel would connect well with Running USA Industry Conference attendees, please contact us at christine@runningusa.org. The deadline for custom packages is December 1, 2017.