SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

To help your business create a more memorable conference experience for attendees, WERC 2025 offers a sponsorship program that is designed to help you promote your company's participation before, during and after the event.

Kiosk + Innovation Session  |  $9,000

 


Combine your impact and save when you sponsor both an Innovation Session and Kiosk. Includes:

 

  • 1 – 60-minute session held in a designated room with a theater-style arrangement (can be sales-based and is not peer-reviewed)

    Note: If you purchase this package and have a session proposal accepted through WERC’s peer-review process, the two sessions cannot contain the same content.
  • 1 – Kiosk in Innovation Center Monday - Tuesday (the kiosk is 1-meter wide x 10 feet tall and features your logo. No floor-standing signage or equipment allowed.) 

  • Dedicated Kiosk time as outlined in the conference agenda

  • Optional integrated monitors can enhance engagement and display multimedia content for an additional cost.

  • 2 – complimentary WERC registrations

  • 2 – complimentary WERC memberships 
  • 2 – lead retrieval licenses (requires app download on personal device)
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app
     

Innovation  Session  |  $5,000

 


Spark conversation and thought leadership when you deliver an Innovation Session to attendees. Includes:

 

  • 1 – 60-minute session held in a designated room with a theater-style arrangement (can be sales-based and is not peer-reviewed)

    Note: If you purchase this package and have a session proposal accepted through WERC’s peer-review process, the two sessions cannot contain the same content.
  • 1 – complimentary registration (additional registrations at 50% discount, all speakers and exhibit staff must be registered for the full conference)
  • 1 – lead retrieval license (requires app download on personal device)
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app
     

Kiosk |  $5,000

 


Expand your reach with a kiosk in the WERC 2025 Innovation Center. Includes:

 

  • 1 – kiosk in Innovation Center Monday-Tuesday. The kiosk is 1-meter wide x 10 feet tall and features your logo. No floor-standing signage or equipment allowed.) 
  • Optional integrated monitors can enhance engagement and display multimedia content for an additional cost

  • Optional lead retrieval service available at additional cost

  • 1 – complimentary registration 
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Welcome Dinner: Spirits & Flavor (Sunday)  |  $8,000

 


Kick off the conference in style by sponsoring a welcome dinner at the Sazerac House, a venue steeped in the rich traditions of New Orleans. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage and branded decor throughout event
  • Option to hand out a branded giveaway item provided by your company.  
  • 2 - complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Keynote & Breakfast  |  $10,000

 


Start the morning out right by providing attendees with breakfast and a dynamic keynote presentation. Your logo will be prominently displayed, helping attendees engage with your brand at the start of the day. Includes:

 

  • Ability to play a promotional video from main stage (max: 2 minutes in length)
  • Logo recognition on event signage and centerpieces
  • Logo appears in slides on main stage screens
  • Recognition from the stage
  • Option to hand out a branded giveaway item provided by your company
  • 2 - complimentary registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

 

 Keynote (Tuesday)  |  $8,000

 


Connect with attendees by sponsoring the inspirational keynote speaker on Tuesday afternoon. Includes:

 

  • Ability to play a promotional video from main stage (max: 2 minutes in length)
  • Logo recognition on event signage and centerpieces
  • Logo appears in slides on main stage screens
  • Recognition from the stage
  • Option to hand out a branded giveaway item provided by your company
  • 2 - complimentary registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Breaks (Monday or Tuesday)  |  $2,500

 


Fuel the event by providing a coffee break for attendees in between sessions. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage, coffee sleeves, and beverage napkins
  • 50% discount off conference registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference  website and within event app

Breakfast (Tuesday)  |  $5,000

 


Kick off the morning by prominently highlighting your brand during breakfast. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage
  • Logo recognition on table centerpieces
  • Option to place promotional items on the tables
  • 1 - complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app 

 

Lunch (Monday or Tuesday)  |  $6,000

 


Highlight your company's brand while attendees dine and network. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage 
  • Logo recognition on table centerpieces
  • Option to place promotional items on the tables
  • 1 - complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app 

After WERC Happy Hour (Monday)  |  $4,000

 


Amplify your brand by sponsoring a happy hour reception. Conveniently located at the conference hotel, guests will enjoy an opportunity to mingle when the sessions end. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage 
  • Logo on cups and napkins at reception 
  • 1 - complimentary registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Women @WERC Session (Monday)  |  $3,000

 


Help women in the industry connect when you sponsor this event, which features a speaker and networking time. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage 
  • 1 – slide with logo on screen in the room
  • Ability to hand out a promotional item
  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Closing Reception: Mardi Gras Magic (Tuesday)  |  $10,000

 


Sponsor this unforgettable Tuesday night reception, where attendees will explore a Mardi Gras float warehouse, sip a classic Hurricane cocktail, and enjoy New Orleans cuisine and music at the Grand Oak Mansion. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on event signage 
  • Custom drink ware for sipping Hurricanes during the Mardi Gras World tour
  • Custom centerpieces, decor, and logo recognition on napkins during event
  • Ability to give out promotional items 
  • 2 - complimentary conference registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Heka Health Challenge  |  $6,000

 


Position your brand as a leader in wellness by sponsoring this fun health competition, which encourages attendees to get moving. Learn more at hekahealth.com/sponsors. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on the leader board
  • Recognition during the General Session when the health challenge results are announced
  • 1 - complimentary conference registration  
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Fill it Forward Initiative  |  $6,000

 


Demonstrate your commitment to sustainability by sponsoring this initiative that encourages attendees to use reusable water bottles during the conference. With each bottle refill, attendees can scan a QR code that tracks environmental impact and unlocks charitable donations. Learn more at fillitforward.com/events. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on QR code stickers for water bottles, scanned with each refill 

  • Logo recognition on water coolers in conference meeting rooms 

  • Logo recognition on 200 water bottles passed out to attendees (water bottles provided by WERC)

  •  Recognition during the General Session when the impact of the initiative is detailed

  • 1 - complimentary conference registration  
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Foyer Enhancement  |  $12,000

 

Sponsor the General Session foyer graphics to maximize your exposure in a high-traffic area. Your logo will be displayed on windows and an overhead banner, positioning your company front and center with attendees. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on window panels
  • Logo recognition on overhead banner
  • 2 - complimentary registrations
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Selfie Station  |  $3,000

 


Make your company part of the fun when you sponsor the step & repeat background at the selfie station. This prime opportunity ensures your logo stands out in every snapshot, maximizing your brand exposure. Includes:

 

  • Custom step & repeat branded background co-branded with WERC Conference logo
  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Directional Signage (Tuesday)  |  $3,000

 


Feature your logo prominently on signs that guide attendees through the event, making sure your brand is top of mind as they experience the conference. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on directional signs
  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app website and within event app

 

Custom Hotel Room Keys  |  $5,000

 


Custom branded hotel room keys to be distributed to all guests of the hotel. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on attendees' key cards
  • 1 - complimentary conference registration  
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Badge Laynards  |  $3,000

 


Make it easy for attendees to remember you by appearing on every lanyard. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on lanyards ordered by WERC. The conference logo will also appear on lanyards.
  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Welcome Bags  |  $5,000

 


Highlight your brand by sponsoring a canvas tote bag with useful items, handed to every attendee at registration.. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on canvas tote bags (bags ordered by WERC).
  • Option to add a branded item inside the bag. 
  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Conference Wi-Fi  |  $4,000

 


Highlight your company’s online presence every time an attendee connects to the conference Wi-Fi. Includes:

 

  • Logo recognition on conference Wi-Fi login and Wi-Fi signage. 
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Mobile App Banner Ad  |  $500

 


Get repeated exposure when you add your banner ad to the WERC 2025 Conference App. . Includes:

 

  • 1 - 960x150px banner ad, which appears at random intervals throughout conference app. 
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Conference Promotional Email  |  $1,000

 


Create a specialized email to promote your company directly to WERC 2025 attendees before or after the event.

 

  • 1 - customized email sent to conference attendees (5 time slots available pre conference; 3 post conference. A maximum of 2 sponsor emails will be sent per week). 
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Website Tower Ad Package  |  $2,000

 


Prominently feature your brand on our WERC 2025 home page and "Why Attend" page. Includes:

 

  • 2 - tower ads on WERC 2025 website (can be same ad or different). 

  • Ads can link to a URL of your choice

  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration

  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

Website Tower Ad and Banner Package |  $2,000

 


Prominently feature your brand on our WERC 2025 Registration and "Travel Info" page. Includes:

 

  • 1 - banner on WERC 2025 Registration page

  • 1 - tower on WERC 2025 "Travel Info" page

  • Ads can link to a URL of your choice

  • 1 - 50% discount on conference registration

  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

LinkedIn Post  |  $1,500

 


Make an impression on our attendees by creating a customized social media post for our WERC's LinkedIn account. Includes:

 

  • Custom post made before or during WERC 2025 conference (max of 2 sponsor posts per week). 
  • Recognition as a sponsor on conference website and within event app

 

The deadline for all required sponsor materials is April 15.

READY TO GET STARTED?

Our sales team is standing by to walk you through our sponsorship process.

CHELSEA LISTON

MHI Membership Development Manager

cliston@mhi.org

(704) 714-8709