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Sponsor NIBA 2023

Presenting Level Benefits ($25,000)

  • Your company logo will be represented on all signage and branding of the convention as the Presenting sponsor. For example, “NIBA 2023 Annual Convention presented by (your company name here”).
  • Up to six (6) Convention registrations.
  • Opportunity for two (2) exhibit booths at the NIBA Expo with prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. Both booths can be placed next to each other.
  • Private Business Suite: A hospitality meeting suite space can be made available for your company on Tuesday (4pm+), Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (until 11am) for business meetings conducted without conflict to NIBA convention programming.
  • Two (2) Golf Outing registrations (not including club rental) .
  • One (1) GOlf Hole sponsorship.
  • Digital asset: convention website banner ad placement on niba.org convention page.
  • Daily push notification in the Annual Convention mobile app recognizing your support. Notifications are received directly on any attendee’s mobile device that has downloaded the app.
  • Promotion brochure in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag.
  • Sponsor one (1) NIBA Webinar. Build content around the latest techniques, strategies, or other relevant topics. We'll host it and market it to our members.
  • Three (3) promotional ads posted on NIBA’s social media channels. Provide the copy and visual asset to reach our audience.
  • One (1) Ad in the Belt Line Brief Newsletter email.

Presenting Opportunity

Opening Dinner Entertainment - SOLD

NIBA’s Opening Dinner is the main attraction for attendees and their guests.  We have a rockin’ good time planned as we turn the Omni Nashville into a NIBA Honky Tonk.  A representative of the Presenting sponsor company will have the opportunity to address the audience for 10 minutes.  All signage and production included.

Diamond+ Benefits ($18,000)

  • Up to four (4) Convention registrations.
  • Opportunity for two (2) exhibit booths at the NIBA Expo with prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. Both booths can be placed next to each other.
  • Private Business Suite: A hospitality meeting suite space can be made available for your company on Tuesday (4pm+), Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (until 11am) for business meetings conducted without conflict to NIBA convention programming.  
  • Daily push notification in the Annual Convention mobile app recognizing your support. Notifications are received directly on any attendee’s mobile device that has downloaded the app.
  • Promotion brochure in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag
  • Sponsor one (1) NIBA Webinar. Build content around the latest techniques, strategies, or other relevant topics. We'll host it and market it to our members.
  • Three (3) promotional ads posted on NIBA’s social media channels. Provide the copy and visual asset to reach our audience.
  • One (1) Ad in the Belt Line Brief Newsletter email.
  • $1,000 discount off the cost of your company participating in the Hospitality Suite Hub ($6,000 value).

Diamond+ Opportunities - Choose one to complete your sponsorship

Mobile App - SOLD

Attendees will access the Convention program, session details, and exhibit information via the mobile app on their smartphones, tablets or the web. The sponsor’s logo will be featured on the app splash page, a rotating banner within the app and their own dedicated icon on the homepage of the app. Production included.

Wi-Fi - SOLD

Internet access will be available to Convention attendees at the hotel. Opportunities for sponsor recognition include featuring the sponsor’s logo on the wifi landing page and/or the option to customize access login credentials, such as the password. You're company will be notably visible every time attendees reconnect to the lifeline of Wi-Fi. Production included.

Diamond Benefits ($15,000)

  • Up to three (3) Convention registrations
  • One exhibit booth at the NIBA Expo with prime placement in the Exhibit Hall and 50% discount on the second booth.
  • Private Business Suite: A hospitality meeting suite space can be made available for your company on Tuesday (4pm+), Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (until 11am) for business meetings conducted without conflict to NIBA convention programming. 
  • Up to three (3) push notifications in the Annual Convention mobile app recognizing your support. Notifications are received directly on any attendee’s mobile device that has downloaded the app.
  • Promotion brochure in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag
  • Sponsor one (1) NIBA Webinar. Build content around the latest techniques, strategies, or other relevant topics. We'll host it and market it to our members.
  • One (1) promotional ads posted on NIBA’s social media channels. Provide the copy and visual asset to reach our audience.
  • One (1) Ad in the Belt Line Brief Newsletter email.
  • $1,000 discount off the cost of your company participating in the Hospitality Suite Hub ($6,000 value)

Diamond Opportunities - Choose one to complete your sponsorship

NIBA Survival Kit

New this year! NIBA members network hard.  Every convention attendee will receive a handy survival kit.  Everything from pain relievers to mouth wash and Band-Aids will be included to counter the effects of fun on Broadway and beyond. The convention branding and the sponsor’s logo will be featured. Production included.

Hotel Room and Key Sleeve - SOLD

All guests at the convention hotel will receive a custom branded hotel key card as they check-in under the official NIBA hotel block. Sponsor this item and you’ll be “in the pocket” of every Convention attendee! Production included. 

Closing Event Cornhole Tournament - SOLD

New this year! The Closing Event will include the "Your-company-name-here Cornhole Tournament".  This will be included on all signage and program information.  Attendees will sign up at the registration desk upon Badge pickup.  The competition will be fierce but no matter who wins you’ll come out on top. Production included.

Platinum Benefits ($12,000)

  • Two (2) Convention registrations
  • One exhibit booth at the NIBA Expo with prime placement in the Exhibit Hall
  • Private Business Suite: A hospitality meeting suite space can be made available for your company on Tuesday (4pm+), Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday (until 11am) for business meetings conducted without conflict to NIBA convention programming. 
  • One push notification in the Annual Convention mobile app recognizing your support. Notifications are received directly on any attendee’s mobile device that has downloaded the app.
  • Promotion brochure in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag.
  • Sponsor one (1) NIBA Webinar. Build content around the latest techniques, strategies, or other relevant topics. We'll host it and market it to our members.

Platinum Opportunities - Choose one to complete your sponsorship

Charging Stations - SOLD

Ensure visibility of your company with branded charging stations.  Your company will be a part of creating a unique and electric networking space.  Stations will be placed strategically within the main meeting space. Production Included.

Notebook

A sleek, convention-branded notebook will be distributed to all Convention participants. The sponsor’s logo will also be featured. Production included.

Enhancement idea: Company branded pens

Gold+ Benefits ($8,000) New level this year!

  • Two (2) Convention registrations
  • One exhibit booth at the NIBA Expo with prime placement in the Exhibit Hall
  • One push notification in the Convention mobile app recognizing your support
  • Option to add sponsor promotional brochures in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag.

Gold+ Opportunities - Choose one to complete your sponsorship

Opening Dinner Event Signature Cocktail - SOLD

New this year! Be the cocktail everyone is talking about. Sponsor and name a cocktail of your choice to be featured at the rockin' Opening Dinner Event. Signage production noting the details of your cocktail with company logo included.

Enhancement idea: custom company-branded cocktail napkins.

Opening Dinner Event Flair Bartender

New this year! The Opening Dinner is the place to be to kick off NIBA 2023. A flair bartender will show off his or her skills at the main bar to the delight of attendees. 

Enhancement idea: Provide the flair bartender with a company-branded t-shirt, hat, etc.  

Wednesday Bloody Mary Bar

Sponsor the Bloody Mary Bar on Wednesday, September 13 at the conclusion of the keynote talk. The sponsor will be recognized on bar signage.

Enhancement idea: custom glass, sunglasses, or crazy straw with company logo.

Branded Koozies

New this year! You like cold beer and we do mean cold. Koozies branded with your company’s logo will keep those beers cold because you want to be part of the action here and wherever that koozie may roam. A meeting-branded koozie will be distributed to all Convention participants.  The sponsor's logo will also be featured. Production included.

Gold Benefits ($6,000)

  • Two (2) Convention registrations
  • One push notification in the Convention mobile app recognizing your support
  • Option to add sponsor promotional brochures in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag.

Gold Opportunities - Choose one to complete your sponsorship

Lanyards - SOLD

Lanyards will be distributed to each attendee at registration. The sponsor’s logo will be featured on the lanyard and is sure to generate great exposure as participants are required to wear name badges throughout the duration of the Convention. Production included.

Headshot Lounge

Ensure visibility of your company with a branded "Your Company Name Headshot Lounge" to take place during the NIBA Expo. Not all headshots are created equal.  A professional photographer will take attendee LinkedIn-type business headshots. Production included.

Opening Dinner Event Photo Booth

New this year! Give your company lasting visibility by sponsoring the photo booth at the Opening Dinner. Convention attendees will pose for a photo and take your logo home on their printed souvenir! Production included.

Women of NIBA Reception Premiere Sponsor - SOLD

The Women of NIBA is our newest networking group.  Support this group's growth and goals by being named their lead supporter.  Production included. 

Silver Benefits ($3,000)

  • One push notification in the Convention mobile app recognizing your support
  • Option to add sponsor promotional brochures in the Convention mobile app “Virtual Registration Bag” – a menu item of brochures and marketing pieces that would normally be printed and distributed in an attendee bag.

Silver Opportunities - Choose one to complete your sponsorship

Keynote Speaker - SOLD

The 2023 Convention will feature Chad E. Foster, a high-impact motivational speaker discussing “Blind Ambition”. The sponsor’s logo will be featured on the digital podium during the  presentation on Wednesday, September 13.

Networking Meet-Ups

Three unique networking events are available for targeted attendee groups. Sponsor one of the following at the Silver Level or two at the Gold Level. 

Three opportunities available:

  • Women of NIBA Event – Wednesday, September 13
  • New Member/First Timer – Wednesday, September 13 
  • Next Gen Trivia Event – Thursday, September 14 - SOLD

Enhancement idea: sponsor branded cocktail napkins or pens

Daily Breakfast

Morning breakfasts provide attendees an opportunity to network with their peers. Sponsors will receive special signage for recognition during their respective meal.

Two opportunities available:

  • Wednesday, September 13 - SOLD
  • Thursday, September 14 - SOLD

Wednesday Lunch - SOLD

Lunch following the Keynote Speaker provides attendees another opportunity to network before reconvening for afternoon & evening activities.

Service Project Corporate Sponsor - SOLD

Help NIBA give back to the local community in addition to attendee donations.  Your company will be recognized on signage. Production included.

Bronze Opportunities ($1,500)

Choose one to complete your sponsorship or as an add-on to another sponsorship level.

Wednesday Coffee Opportunities

Caffeine is life. Coffee and hot tea will be served during breakfast and all the way through lunch on Wednesday, September 13.  To enhance onsite networking we have three opportunities available for custom double-walled hot cups attendees can select based on what type of work they do. Let's help attendees get connected to the right people!  Your logo on one side of the cup + LW, HW, or both noted on the other side.

Three opportunities available:

  • Lightweight - SOLD
  • Heavyweight
  • Lightweight & Heavyweight - SOLD

Golf Outing to benefit the NIBA Scholarship Fund - Friday, September 15

This year, all golf sponsorships will benefit the NIBA Scholarship Fund. If you're looking for a unique way to enhance your sponsorship presence or have a limited budget, but would still like to support the 2023 NIBA Annual Convention and the Scholarship Fund see opportunities below: 

Golf Outing Kickoff & Bloody Mary Bar - Gold Level - $4,000

Sponsor the Bloody Mary bar at the Golf Outing Kickoff event to start a fun filled day. The NIBA golf outing will be hosted on Friday, September 15 at the Hermitage Golf Course General’s Retreat Course. The sponsor will be recognized on bar signage.
Enhancement idea: sponsor branded Bloody Mary mugs.

Golf Outing Breakfast - Silver Level - $2,500

Breakfast will be provided to NIBA golf outing registrants. Be the exclusive sponsor of this meal on Friday, September 15 at the Hermitage Golf Course.

Beverage Cart Signage - Silver Level - $2,000

Brand the beverage cart with your corporate logo during the NIBA golf outing.

Golf Hole Contests - Bronze Level - $1,500 each
A variety of golf hole contests are available for sponsorship. Be the exclusive sponsor of any of the following games with your logo featured on signage near the tee box and on the pin flag!

  • Closest to the Pin
  • Straightest drive
  • Longest Drive
  • Longest Putt
  • Hole in One 

Par 3 Premiere Golf Hole Sponsor — $750

There are four Par 3 holes on the General’s Retreat Course. By sponsoring one of these sought after golf holes you will need to select a drink and/or snack of choice to be offered at your golf hole.  Think 16th hole at the Waste Management Open.  All F&B to be ordered directly with the course.  Cost not included. Your logo will be featured on a pin flag and yard sign at your respective sponsored hole and on signage near the golf outing registration area. You also have the option to insert an item in the golf swag bag that all golfers receive. 

Four opportunities available:

  • Hole 3
  • Hole 5
  • Hole 13
  • Hole 17

Golf Hole Sponsor — $500 (4 out of 14 SOLD)

For $500 your logo will be featured on a pin flag (that you get to keep!) and a yard sign at your respective sponsored hole and on signage near the golf outing registration area. You also have the option to insert an item in the golf swag bag that all golfers receive. 14-hole sponsorship opportunities are available.  You may also add on a drink and/or snack to your sponsored hole and keep the networking going!

Other onsite opportunities to donate to the NIBA Scholarship Fund: 

Golfers can purchase these at the check-in table upon arrival:

  • Mulligan: $20 for 5 mulligans
  • One throw: $20 each