2025 Sponsor Opportunities

The Sun Symposium in the Sun conference provides your company with an unparalleled marketing opportunity to get before industry decision-makers. This is your chance to make valuable contacts and develop relationships with top-decision makers and buyers.

Education Sponsorships

Opening General Session | $10,000

When: Thursday, November 13 (morning)

General Session Sponsorship includes:

IAFC host/moderator to provide Sponsor introduction
Up to 10 minutes to provide a state of the industry presentation to the General Session audience.
Opportunity to provide flyer or promotional item for seat drop in General Session. Item must be pre-approved and delivered to conference team by Thursday, November 13.
Inclusion as a Sponsor in 1 attendee pre-conference email
Inclusion in Event Listing
Social Media promotion across IAFC platforms where applicable
Table at the entrance to the General Session room to display literature
Three (3) All Access registrations
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website and mobile app at level of participation where applicable.

IAFC to Deliver:

Sponsor introduction at session
Seat drop of promotional item (if provided by sponsor by deadline)
Table at entrance to session for promotion item or flyer (if selected)
1 Pre-conference email sponsorship recognition and social media promotion where applicable
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)
Promo code for all-access registrations to be provided upon contract

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
10 minute industry presentation Speaker details (name, email, affiliation, and title)
Flyer or promotional items for seat drop in General Session (optional)
Flyer or promotional items for table at entrance to session (optional)

Second General Session | $10,000

When: Thursday, November 13 (afternoon)

General Session Sponsorship includes:

IAFC host/moderator to provide Sponsor introduction
Up to 10 minutes to provide a state of the industry presentation to the General Session audience.
Opportunity to provide flyer or promotional item for seat drop in General Session. Item must be pre-approved and delivered to conference team by Thursday, November 13.
Inclusion as a Sponsor in 1 attendee pre-conference email
Inclusion in Event Listing
Social Media promotion across IAFC platforms where applicable
Table at the entrance to the General Session room to display literature
Two (2) All Access registrations
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website and mobile app at level of participation where applicable.

IAFC to Deliver:

Sponsor introduction at session
Seat drop of promotional item (if provided by sponsor by deadline)
Table at entrance to session for promotion item or flyer (if selected)
1 Pre-conference email sponsorship recognition and social media promotion where applicable
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)
Promo code for all-access registrations to be provided upon contract

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
10 minute industry presentation Speaker details (name, email, affiliation, and title)
Flyer or promotional items for seat drop in General Session (optional)
Flyer or promotional items for table at entrance to session (optional)

Closing General Session | $10,000

When: Sunday, November 16

General Session Sponsorship includes:

IAFC host/moderator to provide Sponsor introduction
Up to 10 minutes to provide a state of the industry presentation to the General Session audience.
Opportunity to provide flyer or promotional item for seat drop in General Session. Item must be pre-approved and delivered to conference team by Thursday, November 13.
Inclusion as a Sponsor in 1 attendee pre-conference email
Inclusion in Event Listing
Social Media promotion across IAFC platforms where applicable
Table at the entrance to the General Session room to display literature
Two (2) All Access registrations
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website and mobile app at level of participation where applicable.

IAFC to Deliver:

Sponsor introduction at session
Seat drop of promotional item (if provided by sponsor by deadline)
Table at entrance to session for promotion item or flyer (if selected)
1 Pre-conference email sponsorship recognition and social media promotion where applicable
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)
Promo code for all-access registrations to be provided upon contract

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
10 minute industry presentation Speaker details (name, email, affiliation, and title)
Flyer or promotional items for seat drop in General Session (optional)
Flyer or promotional items for table at entrance to session (optional)

Branding Sponsorships

Premier Mobile App Sponsor | $5,500

Details: With no printed programs, the mobile app is the only place for attendees to find up-to-date information onsite! Position your company in front of attendees as they navigate the Sun Exhibit Hall, Conference and networking events using the Sun Mobile App by being the EXCLUSIVE Premier sponsor of the app.

The Mobile App Sponsorship includes:

"Sticky" Banner ad on Sun Mobile app homepage (The sticky banner only displays on the main screen and attaches to the edge of the menu on the bottom of the screen. It is always visible and remains stationary while scrolling on the main screen)
Rotating Banner Ad on 5 interior pages of app (Event Info, Sessions/Events, Exhibitor List, People, and Search)
Sponsor logo recognition as the Mobile app sponsor on attendee registration email
Social Media promotion across IAFC platforms where applicable
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

"Sticky" banner ad on Sun Mobile app homepage
Rotating banner ad on 5 interior pages of Sun Mobile app
Logo recognition on attendee registration email
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Mobile app Home Page "Sticky" Banner Ad (2 sizes required):
- 2,048 pxs W x 200-500 pxs H
- 1,536 pxs W x 150-400 pxs H
- Formats: jpg or png
- Links to sponsor specified URL
Mobile app Rotating Banner Ad on 5 interior pages (4 sizes required):
- 7:1 aspect ratio, 1,080 pxs W x 152 pxs H
- 11:1 aspect ratio, 2,048 pxs W x 180 pxs H
- 9:1 aspect ratio, 1,920 pxs W x 225 pxs H
- 13:1 aspect ratio, 1,920 pxs W x 152 pxs H
- Formats: jpg or png
- Links to sponsor specified URL

Left Hand Rotating Banner Ad (Visible on all Conference Web pages) | $3,500

Details:This rotating banner ad (1 of 3) is located on the left side of the all Sun Conference pages. It is available to showcase your brand and drive attendees to your booth. Stay in front view of attendees before and after the Sun Conference as they access show information.

Banner Ad Sponsorship includes:

Banner ad on left hand side of Sun Conference pages (1 of 3 rotating)
Banner ad links to sponsor specified URL
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Banner Ad placement on left side of Sun Conference website (1 of 3)
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Ad:
- 400 pxs W x 400 pxs H
- Format: JPG or PNG
- URL link for ad to be directed to

Right Hand Rotating Banner Ad (Visible on Main Conference Web page) | $2,500

Details: This rotating banner ad (1 of 4) is located on the right side of the main Sun Conference landing page. It is available to showcase your brand and drive attendees to your booth. Stay in front view of attendees before and after the Sun Conference as they access show information.

Banner Ad Sponsorship includes:

Banner ad on right hand side of Sun Conference main landing page (1 of 4 rotating)
Banner ad links to sponsor specified URL
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Banner Ad placement on right side of Sun main Conference landing page (1 of 4)
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Ad:
- Vertical 320 pxs W x 1200 pxs H
- Format: JPG or PNG
- URL link for ad to be directed to

Prospect Attendee Email Banner | $1,500

Details: Include your custom banner on an official Sun conference email sent to over 700 prospect attendees.

Dynamic ad directly below the Sun show banner at top of email
Art Deadline: 4 business days prior to send date
Size: 600 pxs W x 75 pxs H
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Mobile App Banner - Interior Pages | $1,000

Details: This banner ad (1 of 3 per page) is located on the interior pages of the Sun Mobile App. It is available to showcase your brand and drive attendees to your booth. Stay in front view of attendees before and after the Sun Conference as they access show information.

Banner Ad Sponsorship includes:

Banner ad on one of the following mobile app pages. Sponsor must choose which page their banner will be displayed on.

Search Page
People Page
Exhibitor Listing Page
Conference Info Page
Sessions and Events Page

Banner ad links to sponsor specified URL
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Banner Ad placement on sponsor's choice of interior page on the Sun Mobile App
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Ad Specs (4 sizes required):
- 7:1 aspect ratio, 1,080 pxs W x 152 pxs H
- 11:1 aspect ratio, 2,048 pxs W x 180 pxs H
- 9:1 aspect ratio, 1,920 pxs W x 225 pxs H
- 13:1 aspect ratio, 1,920 pxs W x 152 pxs H
- Format: JPG or PNG
- URL link for ad to be directed to

Onsite Branding

Registration | $5,000

EXCLUSIVE: Your branding will be seen by EVERY attendee at least three different times through their registration process

Sponsorship includes:

Branding on the online Registration Webpage.
Banner ad on the Confirmation Registration Email.
On-site branding at the Registration Desk.
Complimentary post-show SUN attendee mailing list.

Lanyards | $2,500

EXCLUSIVE: Lanyards are an incredibly high-visibility opportunity and an excellent way to stay in the forefront throughout the Conference. Your logo, alongside the IAFC logo will be imprinted on the lanyards given out to all of the attendees.

IAFC to deliver:

Lanyards with Sponsor logo
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)

Attendee Gift | $1,500 + Cost of Item

Attendee gifts are very popular with attendees and an incredibly high-visibility opportunity and an excellent way to stay in the forefront throughout the Conference.

**Note: Sponsor is responsible for ordering and shipping of item to event.**

Items to choose from:

Pens
Reusable Water Bottle
Notepads

IAFC to deliver:

Post-show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)
Company logo recognition on website and in on-site sponsor signage

Sponsor to deliver:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Specific item information of what the attendee gift is (notepads, pens, water bottles, etc.)
Proof for IAFC review and approval
Shipping of item to showsite – IAFC to supply shipping details upon contract.

Attendee Lists

Pre-Show Attendee List | $500

The Pre-Show Attendee List will be sent in excel format on November 6, 2025. The list is a One Time Use Only. Data may not be entered into company sales database. Only available to companies registered to exhibit.

Includes:

First and Last Name
Title/Rank
Organization/Department
Street Address, City, State, Zip Code, Country
Demographic questions
Email Addresses for attendees who opted in to share their contact information

Post-Show Attendee List | $750

The Post-Show Attendee List will be sent in excel format on November 21, 2025. The list is a One Time Use Only. Data may not be entered into company sales database. Only available to companies registered to exhibit.

Includes:

First and Last Name
Title/Rank
Organization/Department
Street Address, City, State, Zip Code, Country
Demographic questions
Email Addresses for attendees who opted in to share their contact information

Pre and Post Show Attendee List Bundle | $1,000

The Pre-Show Attendee List will be sent November 6, 2025.
The Post-Show Attendee List will be sent November 21, 2025.

The lists will be sent in excel format for a One Time Use Only. Data may not be entered into company sales database. Only available to companies registered to exhibit.

Includes:

First and Last Name
Title/Rank
Organization/Department
Street Address, City, State, Zip Code, Country
Demographic questions
Email Addresses for attendees who opted in to share their contact information

Networking Sponsorship

Welcome / Networking Reception | $20,000

Details: Who doesn't love a great networking reception! IAFC will provide refreshments for approximately 700 attendees to network and visit with exhibitors on Thursday, November 13.

When: Thursday, November 13, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Reception Sponsorship includes:

Logo recognition at entrance to reception
Logoed napkins and signature drink
Opportunity to place promotional item or flyers at bar
Inclusion in Event Listing
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Logoed napkins
Coordinate with caterer to provide a specialty drink for event
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)
Distribution of promotional item at bar (if provided by sponsor by deadline)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Flyer or promotional items for drop at bar (optional)

Conference Lunch | $15,000

When: Saturday, November 15, 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Conference Lunch Sponsorship includes:

Branding at food stations
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)

Sunset Happy Hour | $12,000

When: Friday, November 14, 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Sunset Happy Hour Sponsorship includes:

Logo recognition at entrance to reception
Logoed napkins and signature drink
Opportunity to place promotional item or flyers at bar
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Logoed napkins
Coordinate with caterer to provide a specialty drink for event
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)
Distribution of promotional item at bar (if provided by sponsor by deadline)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Flyer or promotional items for drop at bar (optional)

Happy Hour/Drink Ticket | $7,000

When: *The following times are when tickets can be redeemed at the Tiki Bar

Wednesday - 4pm-6pm
Friday - 3pm-5pm

IAFC to deliver:

300 Drink Tickets printed with Sponsor logo and brief message
Tickets valid for a complimentary drink at Tommy’s Tiki Bar Wednesday and Friday
- Ticket value will be $15 which will cover wine, beer and well cocktails.
- Tickets cannot be redeemed for cash and no change will be provided to guests upon order.
Tickets to be distributed from sponsor’s tabletop booth. IAFC to print tickets
Sponsor logo and promotion for tickets to be promoted via:
- Dynamic ad above the Sun show banner at top of pre-show attendee email
- Graphic or promotion included in the Know Before You Go email to be sent to all attendees 1 week prior to the event.
Easel back 8” x 11” sign that can be placed on exhibit table promoting tickets
Recognition as sponsor on website, mobile app, onsite signage and I the general session
Pre-show attendee mailing list

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)
Custom text or graphic to be included on drink ticket
Sponsor staff member to distribute drink tickets at registration area on Wednesday & from booth on Thursday and Friday
Email Banner Art Deadline: 4 business days prior to send date
- Size: 600 pxs W x 75 pxs H
- Sponsor must upload graphic to sponsor portal at least 4 business days prior to email being sent.

Continental Breakfast | $5,000

When: Friday, November 14, 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Continental Breakfast Sponsorship includes:

Branding at food stations
Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Complimentary post-show Sun attendee list

IAFC to deliver:

Sponsor logo recognition on event signage, website, mobile app at level of participation where applicable.
Post show attendee list (includes contact name, title, company, mailing address, demographic info (rank) and email addresses for attendees that opted in)

Sponsor to provide:

Vector format Logo (ai, .eps or high res pdf)
Standard Logo (JPEG, PNG, TIF, or BMP file less than 25MB)

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2025 Sponsor Opportunities

Education Sponsorships

Branding Sponsorships

Onsite Branding

Attendee Lists

Networking Sponsorship

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