We invite you to join us as a sponsor of Salute to Association Excellence, the premier event celebrating the achievements of top individuals in the industry, where more than 600 of the most influential association industry professionals will gather to recognize and honor the best and brightest.

By sponsoring this event, you’ll have the opportunity to showcase your brand to an exclusive audience of industry leaders, decision makers, and influencers. With a range of sponsorship options available, there’s something for everyone.

But it’s not just about exposure – becoming a sponsor of the Salute to Association Excellence also demonstrates your commitment to excellence and elevating the standards of the industry. It’s a chance to align your brand with the best and brightest and to show your support for those who are driving the industry forward.

So don’t wait! Become a sponsor of the Salute to Association Excellence today and take your place alongside the industry’s top achievers. Contact us now to learn more about sponsorship opportunities and secure your place.

Additional Sponsor Benefits

High-Impact Branding Sponsorship — Column & Wall Wraps
Own the first and last impression with branded columns and wall wraps at the main level entrance and exit, which are the busiest traffic zones.

Includes:
– Custom-branded wrapped column
– Professional installation

Main Level Entrance & Exit: $5,000 per column | $9,000 bundled package
Main Foyer Columns: $4,000 per column
Main Registration Desk: Header & Desk Front: $3,000 | Side Columns (2): $3,000
Main Ballroom Door Entrance & Exit: Column Cost (2): $6,000 | Set of Doors: $1,500

Professional Headshot Area Sponsorship — $7,500
Give attendees polished, complimentary headshots in a prime, high‑traffic location—while keeping your brand front and center.

Includes:
– Professional photographer and equipment
– Hair and makeup touch-ups
– Branded on-site signage
– List of participating attendees
– Pre-event social media mention

Photo Booth Sponsorship — $5,000
Put your brand at the center of the fun. The Photo Booth sits in the main foyer, a high-traffic location, drawing steady engagement throughout the event. Your logo will be featured prominently on a custom step-and-repeat backdrop and on branded signage, ensuring repeated impressions as attendees snap and share photos.

Half-Page Advertisement | CEO Update Newsletter — $1,100
Half-page ad in the CEO Update premier publication, released to all event attendees and 1,500 CEO Update members.

Format: Ads must be in full-color, high-resulution JPEG or PNG format.