Sponsorship

Conference sponsors provide critical funding that allows us to feature engaging keynote speakers that attract and provide a valuable education experience for attendees. 

This year’s event offers specialty sponsorships and tiered contribution levels withexpanded recognition through the conference website, app, and during the event. Sponsor this event to increase your organization's visibility, strengthen brand recognition, and connect directly with dairy farm managers, employees, owners, and industry professionals. In addition to the benefits outlined below, all sponsors will be recognized during the event on signage and in presentation slides. 

Exhibits are included with eligible sponsorship levels, and only 30 exhibit spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

Sponsorship Levels

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Translation Sponsor - $5,000

This conference features sessions presented exclusively in Spanish and includes simultaneous translation of general sessions. As the exclusive translation sponsor, your company will receive recognition associated with this valuable service. Your company will be recognized in pre-event marketing, and your logo will be featured on signage at the translation equipment pickup area. 

Diamond recognition includes:

  • Exhibit space with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

 

Opening Keynote Speaker - $5,000

Keynote presentations are the most highly attended sessions. As a keynote sponsor, your company will receive prominent recognition before one of the conference’s featured presentations. Sponsorship includes verbal recognition from conference organizers and the opportunity to show a brief video before the keynote presentation begins. 

Diamond recognition includes:

  • Exhibit space with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

Reception - $5,000

The conference reception provides a relaxed setting for attendees to network, exchange ideas and build professional connections. As the exclusive reception sponsor, your organization will receive prominent recognition during one of the conference's premier networking events. Sponsorship includes the opportunity to provide table tent cards and additional promotional materials for display during the reception. Interactive components may also be incorporated in cooperation with the conference planning committee

Diamond recognition includes:

  • Exhibit table with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

Lunch - $5,000

Lunch provides valuable time for attendees to network, recharge and discuss conference takeaways. As a lunch sponsor, your organization will be recognized during a meal attended by nearly all conference participants, providing excellent visibility and networking opportunities. Sponsorship includes the opportunity to provide table tent cards and other branded materials for display during the meal.

Diamond recognition includes:

  • Exhibit space with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

Breakfast - $5,000

Breakfast brings attendees together before the day's learning begins. As a breakfast sponsor, you will receive recognition during one of the conference's prime networking periods while attendees gather and prepare for a day of learning. Sponsorship includes the opportunity to provide table tent cards and other branded materials for display during the meal.

Diamond recognition includes:

  • Exhibit space with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

Coffee Break Sponsor - $4,000

Attendees run on milk, coffee, and snacks! As a coffee break sponsor, your organization will receive recognition during one of the conference's busiest gathering periods. Engage with attendees while your logo is displayed on break tables in the lobby during the break. Sponsorship also includes the opportunity to provide branded napkins, cup wraps, or other promotional materials for the sponsored break.

Diamond recognition includes:

  • Exhibit space with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

Registration Sponsor - $4,000

Be the first brand attendees see when they arrive at the conference. As the exclusive registration sponsor, your logo will be included in registration confirmation emails and on signage in the registration area. In addition, every attendee will be wearing your brand when your logo is featured on the name badge lanyards. Sponsors may also provide a promotional item for distribution at the registration desk. 

  • Exhibit space with choice of preferred location
  • Full page ad
  • 4 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Opening session branding
  • Pre-event attendee email list for those that opt-in
  • Conference app recognition:
    • Enhanced company profile
    • Event ad on Home page
    • Featured sponsor on home screen
    • Customized push notification

Platinum Level - $3,000

  • Exhibit table
  • Quarter page ad
  • 1 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Basic company profile in app

Gold Level - $1,500

  • Exhibit table
  • Half page ad
  • 2 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Conference Partner recognition email
  • Enhanced company profile in app

Silver Level - $1,000

  • Exhibit space
  • Quarter-page ad 
  • 2 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Basic company profile in conference app 

Bronze Level - $500

  • Quarter page ad
  • 1 discount codes for 50% off registration options
  • Basic company profile in app

Sponsor Recognition Details

In addition to the benefits outlined below, all sponsors will be recognized during the event on signage and in a PowerPoint presentation.

Website

All sponsors will be recognized according to level on conference webpage. Total contributions of $1,000 or more include logo. Company name will be linked to company URL.

Company URL and high-resolution logo (300 DPI or higher .jpg, .png or .eps format) should be provided during online sponsorship registration process.

Conference App

Basic Profile

  • Company name
  • Logo icon
  • Website URL
  • Social media links

  

Enhanced Profile

  • All aspects of basic profile
  • Video uploads
  • Document links
  • Additional company or product URLs

During the Event

All sponsors will be recognized by level in the printed conference proceedings and on signage and in a PowerPoint presentation during the live event. 

 

Sponsorship Asset Technical Information

Please review the details below and be mindful of deadlines to ensure maximum exposure. Most items are due by December 15.

Exhibit space includes a skirted 6’ table, 2 chairs, and standard electric (120v upon request).

  • Exhibit tables will be pre-assigned by conference staff.
  • Exhibits should be installed so they will not project beyond the table allocated and will permit a clear view from table to table.
  • One electrical outlet (120 volt) is provided upon request.  
  • Exhibits may be set up after 7:00 AM on Tuesday
  • All personnel managing the exhibit must register for the conference separately (using registration discounts included with sponsorship as applicable.)

A high-resolution logo (300 DPI or higher)should be provided during online sponsorship registration process.

Due date: Upload online during sponsorship confirmation
Format: PNG or JPG preferred.  EPS is acceptable

Sponsor ads will be included an electronic directory document that will be shared with all conference registrants by email and through the conference app. Ads will also be printed in black and white in the conference proceedings available at the in-person event.

Due date: December 15
Format: High quality PDF without bleed or crop sized according to level:

  • Speaker, Registration, Coffee and Platinum: 6.5."W x 9"H
  • Gold: 6.5" W x 4.42" H or 3.17" W x 9" H
  • Silver and Bronze: 3.17" W x 4.42" H

Image appears with blurred background with a text overlay at the top of Exhibitors page. Users can manually scroll through all cards and click on individual links.

Due Date: December 15

Details and files needed:

  • Image size: 1420 x 500 pixels
  • Title: 60 characters
  • Body: 120 characters
  • Button Text: 35 characters
  • URL: Must begin with https://

Each sponsorship level includes at least one discounted registration. After November 15 and upon confirmation of payment, a unique discount code will be sent that can be used during conference registration.

Where included with your sponsorship, we will share a list of attendee names and email addresses after the event. These participants have given permission to receive communication related to your business and services only.  This contact information is for internal use only and may not be sold and used beyond the purpose of stated above.  In order to remain in accordance with the FTC’s CAN-SPAM Act guidelines and to not violate the privacy rights of our attendees, we respectfully request that sponsors who have access to the attendee email list also adhere to said guidelines by offering recipients an “opt-out” option and by using the email list judiciously.

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Heather Darrow

Conference Coordinator

Animal Science

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Heather Darrow