Increase your exposure, establish new partnerships and solidify relationships with current and potential customers by showcasing your products and services at AGA’s National Leadership Conference. The NLC provides you with invaluable opportunities to cultivate leads and face-to-face interaction with hundreds of hard-to-reach government financial management and accountability leaders.

Become a sponsor to enhance your company’s visibility beyond the show floor. Sponsorships are the perfect way to increase your company's name recognition, raise awareness and generate interest as industry professionals repeatedly see your logo and message. Become a sponsor to gain exposure and showcase your commitment to the financial management profession. We offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities that enable your organization to stand out and gain a competitive edge.

Value-Added Sponsor Benefits Package

Logo 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 promotional brochure (if confirmed before printing).
Recognition in the official conference program (if confirmed before printing)—includes company description, full-color logo and contact information.
Acknowledgement during the opening general session.
Logo prominently displayed on special sponsor “thank you” sign.
Recognition in the sponsor appreciation section of the conference website.
Pre- and post-conference registration mailing lists in Excel format (one-time use only).
Special name badge ribbons denoting sponsorship level for company representatives to wear at the conference.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Platinum Level

General Session/Keynote Address $12,500

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 conference attendees. Treat attendees to a stimulating, motivational presentation by a top-rated, nationally recognized speaker. Additional benefits include:

Guaranteed spot on the conference technical committee—help shape the agenda by coordinating education sessions and selecting speakers.
Four complimentary conference registrations.
Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the general session.
Opportunity to introduce keynote speaker (introduction/bio 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

Tote bags are a walking advertisement for your company. They are a favorite with 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:

Guaranteed spot on the conference technical committee—help shape the agenda by coordinating education sessions and selecting speakers.
Four complimentary conference registrations.
Logo prominently displayed on the tote bags along with AGA logo.
Opportunity to insert two promotional items into the conference bags.

Luncheon (Two Available) $12,500

Capture the government financial management crowd as they meet each day in a relaxing atmosphere and take a break from education activities. Additional benefits include:

Guaranteed spot on the conference technical committee—help shape the agenda by coordinating education sessions and selecting speakers.
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 signs.
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 and guests.

Gold Level

Badge Holders $8,000

Let the attendees do the advertising for you. Badge holders are printed with your logo on the front and on the back so your company name will never be out of sight. Additional benefits include:

Guaranteed spot on the conference technical committee—help shape the agenda by coordinating education sessions and selecting speakers.
Three 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. Your logo will be printed on journal notebooks and inserted into every attendee’s tote bag. When they get back to their office and review what they’ve learned, your logo will be front and center. Additional benefits include:

Guaranteed spot on the conference technical committee—help shape the agenda by coordinating education sessions and selecting speakers.
Three complimentary conference registrations.
Logo prominently displayed on the notebooks along with the AGA logo.
Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Silver Level

Breakfast (Two Available) $6,000

Help attendees wake up, smell the coffee and get their day off to the right start. Be the first thing attendees see as they arrive bright-eyed and ready for the day’s networking and educational activities. This sponsorship generates plenty of appreciation, and your logo will be what everyone sees as they mingle around the food and beverage stations. Additional benefits include:

Two complimentary conference registrations.
Premier placement of company logo on breakfast signs.
Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.
Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Snack Break (Two Available) $6,000

Treat attendees to an afternoon beverage or snack and provide a refreshing “pick me up” to carry them through 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. Additional benefits include:

Two complimentary conference registrations.
Premier placement of company logo on snack break signs.
Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.
Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Bronze Level

Coffee Break (Two Available) $4,500

Perk up participants! Gain exposure and give attendees that mid-morning boost to get them through their day. Seize this opportunity to network with customers one-on-one. Coffee breaks take place in the exhibit area each day. Offer a prize giveaway during the break for extra exposure! Additional benefits include:

One complimentary conference registration.
Premier placement of company logo on coffee break signs.
Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.
Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Other Promotional Opportunities

Bag Stuffers $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. You can publicize an upcoming event, promote a new product or draw traffic to your booth. Just provide copies of your pre-printed material or giveaway to AGA and we’ll take care of the rest. Items may include, but are not limited to, a CD of your products/services, marketing brochures (eight-page maximum), pens, calculators, mouse pads, luggage tags, and other promotional items not already sponsored by AGA. Bag stuffers must weigh less than 12 ounces, be no larger than 12-by-9 inches, and must be approved by AGA. Company is responsible for shipping materials in time to be placed in the bags prior to the opening of the show. 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? AGA can also customize a sponsorship just for you. Please contact Ada Phillips at aphillips@agacgfm.org, or by phone at 800.AGA.7211, ext. 310.

Payment and Cancellation

The sponsoring company agrees to pay the published sponsorship fee once the application has been submitted and accepted by AGA. Invoices will be generated and sent to the principal contact by e-mail. 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.

Confirmations

Upon acceptance of your application, the principal contact named at the top of the form will receive an e-mail confirming your sponsorship. All correspondence regarding conference logistics will be sent to the principal contact. This includes the confirmation letter, invoices, registrant lists, shipping deadlines and instructions, sponsor registration, etc.

Current Sponsor List

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Sponsor Registration

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 advise any company representatives who will take advantage of the free registrations that they should NOT register on their own.

Sponsorship Terms and Guidelines

Download the sponsorship rules and guidelines.

By signing the application/contract, each organization, its employees and/or contractors, agrees to abide by these rules and regulations and amendments or additions made to them.

Sponsorship Contract

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AGA Catalog

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Ask A Question

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