Maximize your company’s visibility, make new contacts and solidify relationships with current customers by showcasing your products and services at AGA’s National Leadership Conference (NLC). The NLC provides your company with an invaluable opportunity to renew existing relationships, cultivate leads and to meet and greet first-time attendees.

Over 600 government financial management professionals attend the NLC to learn about the latest innovations in the field. They want to know how your product or service will help them do business better. Be sure you’re there to tell them. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to interact with top-level, hard-to-reach government accountability professionals.

By signing up early for the sponsorship of your choice, your investment will extend beyond the event itself to include months of national exposure before, during and after the conference.

Value-Added Benefits—Each Sponsor Receives the Following Benefits:

·        Logo included in the sponsor ‘thank you’ banner ad—enjoy the corporate recognition that comes from having your company name on each page of the conference website.

·        Recognition in the conference registration brochure (if confirmed before printing).

·        Recognition in the final program—includes company description, logo and marketing contact information (if confirmed before printing).

·        Verbal acknowledgement during the opening general session.

·        Recognition in the sponsor appreciation section of the conference website.

·        Pre- and post-conference registration mailing lists in Excel format (one-time use).

·        Special name badge ribbons denoting sponsorship level for company representatives to wear at the conference.

Platinum Level

Luncheon (Two Available) $12,500— SOLD

Sponsor a luncheon and receive noncompetitive exposure to all conference participants. Attendees are invited to come together each day to enjoy a sit-down Luncheon followed by a keynote presentation. Additional benefits include:

·        Four complimentary conference registrations.

·        Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the Luncheon.

·        Opportunity to place promotional items on each seat.

·        Premier placement of company logo on Luncheon signage.

·        Logo prominently displayed on a large screen at the Luncheon.

·        VIP seating—we’ll reserve one table at the front of the room for your registered staff.

General Session/Keynote Address $12,500— SOLD

The main event of any conference is the keynote speaker and general sessions are a great opportunity to get your name seen and heard by all conference attendees. Sponsor a general session and treat attendees to a stimulating, motivational presentation by a top-rated, nationally recognized speaker. The date and time of the keynote address will be determined by AGA. Additional benefits include:

·        Four complimentary conference registrations.

·        Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the general session.

·        Opportunity to introduce keynote speaker (introduction provided by AGA).

·        Logo prominently displayed on a large screen at the general session.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Tote Bags $12,500— SOLD

A walking advertisement for your company. Each attendee receives a high-quality bag to carry conference materials and information collected in the exhibit area. The bags are a favorite with all conference attendees, and get long-lasting use and exposure beyond the conference. No other item will reinforce your organization’s name recognition better. Additional benefits include:

·        Four complimentary conference registrations.

·        Logo prominently displayed on the conference bags along with AGA logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Gold Level

Name Badge Holders $8,000— SOLD

Sponsor the Name Badge Holders and let the attendees do the advertising for you. Your company logo will be prominently displayed and seen hundreds of times each day as attendees wear their badges to gain entry into all conference-related functions. These nifty wallet-style Name Badge Holders store room keys, business cards, cash and more. The badge holders will be printed with your company logo across the top of the wallet right above the name badge and on the back of the wallet so your company name will never be out of sight. Additional benefits include:

·        Two complimentary conference registrations.

·        Logo prominently displayed on the badge holders along with the AGA logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Notebooks $8,000

Attendees are always asking for a way to organize their notes from the sessions they attend during conferences. Sponsor this item and your logo will be printed on these attractive journal books that are inserted into every bag and used throughout the conference. When attendees get back to their office and review what they’ve learned, your company will be front and center. Additional benefits include:

·        Two complimentary conference registrations.

·        Logo prominently displayed on the Notebooks along with the AGA logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Farewell Reception $8,000

Held immediately following the closing session, this event will provide attendees with one last chance to network and bid farewell to NLC 2007. This sponsorship offers a high-profile, noncompetitive opportunity to network with current and future customers. The Farewell Reception gives attendees a chance to mix and mingle with colleagues and say goodbye to friends before returning home. Additional benefits include:

·        Two complimentary conference registrations.

·        Premier placement of company logo on reception signage.

·        Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

·        Drink tickets printed with your company logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Silver Level

Continental Breakfast (Two Available) $6,000

Associate your company with the most important meal of the day. Get noticed by attendees first thing in the morning by giving them their coffee and pastry. A few hot items will be added to the traditional Continental Breakfast to help energize attendees and get them ready for the day. Make your company’s logo the first thing attendees see each morning. Additional benefits include:

·        One complimentary conference registration.

·        Premier placement of company logo on Breakfast signage.

·        Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Snack Break (Two Available) $6,000

Treat conference attendees to an afternoon beverage, cookie or snack and provide a refreshing “pick me up” to carry them through the rest of the day. Afternoon breaks are a great time to meet with old friends and colleagues. Your logo will be what everyone sees as they mingle around the food and beverage stations in the Exhibit Hall. Additional benefits include:

·        One complimentary conference registration.

·        Premier placement of company logo on Snack Break signage.

·        Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Bronze Level

Morning Coffee Break (Two Available) $4,000

Give attendees that mid-morning boost to get them through their day. Coffee, tea and sodas will be served in the Exhibit Hall each morning. Additional benefits include:

·        Premier placement of company logo on Coffee Break signage.

·        Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Other Promotional Opportunities

Bag Stuffers (Unlimited Opportunities) $600

Even if you cannot attend—get your message in the bag. One promotional item of your choice will be inserted into every conference bag. Just provide copies of your pre-printed material or giveaway to AGA and we’ll take care of the rest. Your company is responsible for shipping materials in time to be placed in the bags prior to the opening of the show. Items must weigh less than 12 ounces and be no larger than 12-by-9 inches. Benefits include:

·        Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

·        Recognition in the final program—includes company description, logo and marketing contact information.

Don’t see what you’re looking for? If you have thought of a sponsorship that is not listed here, we welcome your ideas. Please contact Ada Phillips via e-mail, aphillips@agacgfm.org, or by phone at 800.AGA.7211, ext. 310.

The sponsoring company agrees to pay the published sponsorship fee once the application has been submitted and accepted by AGA. Invoices will be generated from sponsorship applications. Payment is requested within 30 days. Outstanding balances must be paid in full prior to signing up for future conference activities.

Sponsorships may not be cancelled. Upon signing the agreement, there are costs incurred on behalf of the sponsor and the full, published amount must be paid. In the event that the sponsorship can be resold and the promotional material corrected before the conference, 50 percent of the sponsorship fee may be refunded.

Any written notification of intent to sponsor an event or item will be considered a definite commitment.

In the event that AGA denies a sponsorship opportunity to an interested party, based on a written confirmation/guarantee by your organization to sponsor an event/item, the sponsorship may not be cancelled and the full payment must be paid.

Upon acceptance of your application, the contact person named at the top of the form will receive a letter confirming your sponsorship. This official contact person is responsible for providing onsite representatives with time schedules and other pertinent information.

Click here to view the list of sponsors.

Depending on your level of sponsorship, your organization may be entitled to receive a certain number of complimentary conference registrations. If you are entitled to any free registrations as part of your sponsorship package, we will provide you with a special registration form.

Please make sure that your company representatives taking advantage of the free registrations do NOT register on their own.

Click here to download the sponsorship rules and guidelines

Click here to download the contract.

Click here to download the Marketing Catalog.

Contact Ada Phillips at aphillips@agacgfm.org, or 800.AGA.7211, ext. 310.