Signature Partner $45,000

• Signature-level recognition on custom sponsor signage at the conference, as well as from the stage.
• Full-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• Complimentary Double Exhibit Booth (10’ x 20’) with priority selection and location.
• Special private meeting room on upper entry level for earliest signers (first-come, first served).
• 8 complimentary attendee registrations.

Platinum Partner $35,000

• Platinum-level recognition on custom sponsor signage at the conference, as well as from the stage.
• Opportunity to introduce a keynote speaker from the main stage, for earliest signers (first-come, first-served).
• Full-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• Complimentary Standard Exhibit Booth (10’ x 10’) with priority selection and location.
• 6 complimentary attendee registrations.

Presenting Partner $25,000

• Presenting Partner-level recognition on custom sponsor signage at the conference, as well as from the stage.
• Opportunity to introduce a general session from the main stage, for earliest signers (first-come, first-served).
• Full-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• Complimentary Standard Exhibit Booth (10 ‘ x 10’) with priority selection and location.
• 3 complimentary attendee registrations.

Leadership Partner $15,000

• Opportunity to introduce a breakout session, for earliest signers (first-come, first-served).
• Opportunity to participate as a co-host on stage in the Grand Prize Drawings on the final day of conference.
• 2/3-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• Option to add half-price ($TBD) Standard Exhibit Booth (10’ x 10’).
• 3 complimentary attendee registrations.

Gold Partner $10,000

• 2/3-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Silver Partner $7,500

• 1/2-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Bronze Partner $5,000

• 1/3-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

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Welcome Reception $25,000

• Opportunity to welcome attendees to reception and introduce entertainment for the evening.
• Recognition on custom sponsor signage at the reception.
• Full-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• Complimentary Standard Exhibit Booth (10’ x 10’) with priority selection and location.
• 6 complimentary attendee registrations.

VIP Matchmaking $25,000

• Opportunity to make opening remarks and welcome participants to Matchmaking.
• Full-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• Complimentary Double Exhibit Booth (10’ x 20’) with priority selection and location.
• 6 complimentary attendee registrations.

Stars of Southern Manufacturing Awards Luncheon $20,000

• Opportunity to make opening remarks and introduce Awards session.
• Full-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• 4 complimentary attendee registrations.

Wednesday & Thursday Breakfast $12,500

• Premium recognition on custom sponsor signage at breakfast buffets.
• Opportunity to place branded napkins (or other item) at buffet areas.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Refreshments $10,000

• Recognition on custom sponsor signage at all-day beverage areas.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Joint Board Meeting $10,000

• Opportunity to make opening remarks with brief presentation and welcome participants to the meeting.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Student Success $5,000

• 1/3-page color ad in the SAC 2026 program book.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.
• 8 complimentary student registrations.

Lounge / Charging Station $15,000

• Opportunity to play video on loop at Lounge/Charging Station.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Conference Bags $12,500

• Logo on conference bags.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Registration Desk $7,500

• Opportunity to play video on loop at Registration Desk.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Social Media Wall $7,500

• Logo on Social Media Wall with instructions in SAC 2026 program book and on-stage screen.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Podcaster Sponsor $7,500

• Logo on Podcast signage at podcast location.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Selfie Wall $7,500

• Logo on photobooth backdrop used for Selfie Wall.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

WI-FI $7,500

• Logo on Wi-Fi instructions in SAC 2026 program book and on tabletop tent cards.
• 2 complimentary attendee registrations.

Welcoming Committee Sponsor $5,000

• You will be invited to welcome registrants to the SAC as they approach the Registration Desk. You will have a large Welcoming Committee Badge and/or colored Vest. You will be allowed to put your Company branded materials on a table(s) shared with other Welcoming Committee members near the Registration area.

Comfort Sponsor $2,500

• Opportunity to distribute hand sanitizer (you provide), as well as mints, wipes, sunscreen, and lip balm (that you provide). Small sign - “Freshened up by ____”.

Floor Stickers $2,500

• Logo on up to 6 floor stickers.