2021 Virtual Conference - Great Minds in STEM...2021 GMiS Conference Brochure 03 GMiS is here to help support the STEM Career Pathways of our underrepresented and underserved communities

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2021 Virtual ConferenceSponsorship and Registration

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October 11-22, 2021

33rd Annual

“First-Class Diversity, World-Class STEM”

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greatmindsinstem

02 Welcome

03 About Great Minds in STEM04 Who Attends the GMiS Conference05 Sponsorship Packages 07 Signature Recognition Programs09 Featured Receptions and Webinars

10 Competition Events11 Recruiting and Networking Events13 CAHSI Summit Opportunities 16 Advertising Opportunities17 Award Nominations & GMiS Summit18 Year-Round Sponsors and Partners19 Registration Form

Contact Great Minds in STEM5211 East Washington Blvd., Suite 2-320

Los Angeles, CA 90040(323) 262-0997

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VisionBe a national leader in keeping America technologically strong by promoting Science,Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers especially in underserved communities.

MissionTo inspire and motivate underserved students to pursue careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)

To enlighten and engage families, educators, communities and employers to assist underserved students pursuing STEM careers

To inspire our nation through recognition of the achievements of Hispanics and other role models in STEM

To enable and leverage Hispanic STEM talent to play a leadership role

To collaborate and cooperate nationally within the STEM community

Great Minds in STEM (GMiS) is at the forefront of implementing innovative programs and partnerships focused

on the continuous expansion of STEM education opportunities for our nation’s

underserved communities.

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022021 GMiS Conference Brochure www.greatmindsinstem.org

Welcome to the 33rd Annual Virtual Great Minds in STEM Conference!

The GMiS Conference has long been a premier venue where college students andprofessionals from all underserved communities can connect with the companies,government agencies and higher education institutions looking to recruit diverse technicaltalent. Through the ebbs and flows of these unprecedented times, GMiS remains committed to delivering a dynamic and substantive virtual conference experience to meet the STEM-Career Readiness of our students and the STEM-Career Retention of our professionals.

In 2021, we will continue to incorporate the most highly-regarded virtual conference platforms to deliver expanded recruitment and networking opportunities. Past conference attendees will already be familiar with CVENT for registration, Brazen for the career fair, Zoom for seminars and workshops, and Shindig for networking receptions and events. And we will continue to ensure the conference events are highly integrated and secured through our GMiS Conference Portal. Thank you and we look forward to partnering with you virtually in October!

Are you ready to engage with us? Please contact [email protected]

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henaachall of fame

1989: The first HENAAC Conference (now the GMiS Conference) was held as a means to identify,honor and document the contributions of out-standing Hispanic STEM professionals.

2015: GMiS, along with its 6 sister STEM diversity organizations, receives support from the National Science Foundation (NSF) for a collabora-tive research project titled ASSIST, to increase the representation of underserved, early-career, engi-neering faculty. The success of this project led to a broader NSF INCLUDES award (#1649384) for a design and development launch projecttitled LEVERAGE.

2016: The CAHSI Summit co-located with theHENAAC Conference to support the advance-ment of Hispanic students and diverse facultyin computing.

2018: Great Minds in STEM receives a pres-tigious Presidential Awards for Excellence in Science, Mathematics and Engineering Mentoring (PAESMEM) from the White House and the National Science Foundation.

University Programs

Professional Programs

K-12 Programs

2001: The Viva Technology Program was created to engage underserved and underrepresented youth, teachers and parents with STEM opportunities that provide exposure, appreciation, motivation and access to STEM-related education and career fields. Since then, Viva Technology has been implemented in 18 states and the District of Columbia, reaching over 137,000 students, teachers and parents!

2008: The STEM-Up Initiative, a first-of-its-kind comprehensive community-based program, was introduced in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of East Los Angeles. Over a 7-year period, the initia-tive implemented a value chain of opportunities to create Awareness, Inspiration, Motivation and Skills for students from 20 public schools, their parents, and teachers.

1999: The inaugural GMiS College Bowl is held. This very popular conference competition pro-vides an experience unlike any other for entities to interact with students.

2000: The GMiS Scholars Program launches. Since then, over 1,700 STEM students have received scholarships totaling more than $5 million.

2014: MentorNet becomes a division of Great Minds in STEM. Through MentorNet, GMiS offers structured virtual mentoring year-round, leveraging technology to match STEM students with professional mentors. Any STEM student at an accredited institution of higher education in the U.S. and professionals with STEM degrees may join.

2018: GMiS is awarded the inaugural U.S. Army CCDC HBCU/MI Student Design Com-petition. This competition provides undergradu-ate cross disciplinary teams with the opportu-nity to research and compete in a topic area of the Army’s interest.

2019: GMiS introduces the first recipients of the California Medical Scholarships and the Health Scholarships. These programs provide financial assistance and support for underrep-resented students pursuing medical degrees in California.

2020: GMiS hosts its first virtual GMiS Con-ference with nearly 2,500 registered participants.

Providing STEM Education, Outreach and Recognition

Programs that CreateAwareness, Advocate

Readiness, andCelebrate Success!

About Great Minds in STEM


GMiS is here to help support the STEM Career Pathways of our underrepresented and underserved communities in their quest to push technical boundaries, innovate new horizons, and advance diversity and inclusion. Despite the challenges of the global pandemic, GMiS continues to be inspired and encouraged by the resilience of our students to achieve academic excellence and be outstanding leaders in their community. We are proud to have been able to bring together so many diverse brilliant minds,

who are dedicated to solving today’s technical challenges at the forefront of the 4th Technological Revolution.


Who Attends the GMiS Conference?

2020 Virtual Conference at a Glance

2,432Participants

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Hispanic 58%Multi-Racial/Ethnic 13%Asian/Pacific Islander 13%White 10%African American 5%Other/No Response 1%

Corporate 31%Universities 27%Government 22%

Military 14%Non-Profits 6%

Mechanical Engineering 29.7%Computer Science 26.5%Electrical Engineering 6.2%Computer Engineering 5.7%Aerospace Engineering 4.1%

Scholars Selected in 2020 104Average GPA for 2020 3.72Total Awarded in 2020 $239,896Total Awarded All Time $5,000,000+Total Scholars Awarded All Time 1,700+

Graduate Students 11%Seniors 29%Juniors 27%Sophomores 9%Freshmen 24%

Male 59% Female 41%

4-Year Public 87%4-Year Private 9%2-Year Public 2%

Hispanic-Serving Institutions 82%

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Career and Graduate Fair Exhibitors by Sector

Distribution of Self-Reported GPAs

Distribution of Majors

GMiS STEM Scholars Program

69%31%


Sponsorship Packages

Diamond Level $80,000• (40) All-Access Professional Registrations • (25) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (Up to 6) Career Fair Exhibit / Interview Booths (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (2) College Bowl Teams• (2) Webinars • (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 4 Recruiters) • Executive Presenter at a Signature Awards Event • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform• (15) Company Representative Photos featured • Diamond level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites • (5) Selection Committee participants• (4) Planning Committee participants• (1) Organization Spolight

Emerald Level $40,000• (16) All-Access Professional Registrations• (10) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (Up to 4) Career Fair Exhibit / Interview Booths (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22)• (1) College Bowl Team• (1) Webinar• (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 4 Recruiters) • Executive Presenter at a Signature Awards Event • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform • (5) Company Representative Photos featured • Emerald level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites • (3) Selection Committee participants• (2) Planning Committee participants

Sapphire Level $60,000• (24) All-Access Professional Registrations • (15) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (Up to 5) Career Fair Exhibit / Interview Booths (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22)• (2) College Bowl Teams • (1) Webinar • (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 4 Recruiters) • Executive Presenter at a Signature Awards Event • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform • (10) Company Representative Photos featured • Sapphire level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites • (4) Selection Committee participants• (3) Planning Committee participants• (1) Organization Spolight

Platinum Level $30,000• (13) All-Access Professional Registrations• (8) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (2) Career Fair Exhibit / Interview Booth (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22)• (1) College Bowl Team• (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 4 Recruiters) • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform • (4) Company Representative Photos featured • Platinum level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites • (3) Selection Committee participants• (2) Planning Committee participants

Conference Host $135,000To inquire, please contact Bertha Haro at [email protected]

Opening PlenaryWebinars

National Defense AwardsProfessional Mixers

Premier Plenary SessionStudent Leadership Awards

HENAAC Awards ShowCareer Fair

Each full professional registration for the GMiS Conference includes access to:


Sponsorship Packages

Silver Level $15,000• (8) All-Access Professional Registrations • (5) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (2) Career Fair Exhibit/Interview Booths (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22)• (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 2 Recruiters) • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform • (2) Company Representative Photos featured • Silver level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites • (2) Selection Committee participants• (1) Planning Committee participant

Gold Level $20,000• (10) All-Access Professional Registrations • (6) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (2) Career Fair Exhibit/Interview Booths (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22)) • (1) College Bowl Team• (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 4 Recruiters) • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform • (2) Company Representative Photos featured • Gold level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites • (2) Selection Committee participants• (1) Planning Committee participant

Turquoise Level $3,500• (3) All-Access Professional Registrations • (2) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (1) Career Fair Exhibit/Interview Booth (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform• Turquoise level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites• (1) Planning Committee participant

Bronze Level $10,000• (6) All-Access Professional Registrations • (4) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (1) Career Fair Exhibit/Interview Booth (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (1) Speed Networking Event (Up to 2 Recruiters) • Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform• (2) Company Representative Photos featured • Bronze level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites• (1) Planning Committee participant

All-Access Professional Registration $500• Rate for all professionals, including academic and non-profit professionals• Includes access to all events listed atop page 4• NOTE: Does NOT include Career Fair Exhibit Booth

Crystal Level $6,000

• (3) All-Access Professional Registrations • (2) Career Fair Recruiters (Thurs. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (1) Career Fair Exhibit/Interview Booth (Thur. 10/21 & Fri. 10/22) • (1) $1,000 Scholarship awarded to a GMiS Scholar• Post Career Opportunities on Brazen Platform• Attend 2021 GMiS Scholars Networking Reception • Crystal level logo with hyperlink on the GMiS Conference website and social media sites• (1) Planning Committee participant

Package includes one GMiS Scholarship!

Academic/Nonprofit Package $800• (1) All-Access Professional Registration• (1) Career Fair Recruiter (Thurs. 10/21 only)• (1) Career Fair Exhibit / Interview Booth (Thurs. 10/21) only)• (1) EMail Blast and Social Media Promotion


HENAAC Awards Show $75,000[2 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $37,500] [4 Event Supporter Slots Available at $18,750]

The HENAAC Awards Show is the nation’s premiere Hispanic STEM recognition and the apex of the GMiS Conference. These showcases feature our inspirational HENAAC award winners who share their life journey to an audience of over 2,500 professional and student attendees. 2021 provides GMiS the opportunity to translate the passion of the Awards Show into a virtual setting through 4 events that present new exciting branding possibilities for sponsors.

Co-Sponsorship Opportunity ($37,500):• Opportunity for a top executive to present an award or participate in a key segment• Promotional video (total time promo video + executive segement not to exceed 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on GMiS Conference website and event platform • Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel and promoted via social media

Event Supporter Opportunity ($18,750): • Opportunity to show a video (total time not to exceed 2 minutes) • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel and promoted via social media

National Defense Awards $70,000[2 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $35,000] [4 Event Supporter Slots Available at $17,500]

GMiS honors talented STEM professionals who are dedicated to, and have demonstrated technical and leadership excellence in, the protection of nation. Participants include: Flag and General Military Officers, Senior Executive Service (SES) personnel, civil servants from the U.S. Department of Defense, agencies affiliated with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and defense contractors.

Co-Sponsorship Opportunity ($35,000): • Opportunity for a top executive to present an award or participate in a key segment• Promotional video (total time promo video + executive segement not to exceed 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on website and event platform • Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel and promoted via social media

Event Supporter Opportunity ($17,500):• Opportunity to show a video (total time not to exceed 2 minutes) • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on GMiS Conference website and event platform • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel and promoted via social media

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Collegiate Student Leadership Awards $70,000[2 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $35,000] [4 Event Supporter Slots Available at $17,500]

This amazing event showcases the accomplishments of students. Highlights include inspiring speeches from the HENAAC Awards recipients for student leadership; announcement of the Class of 2021 GMiS Scholars; results from the various competitions conducted including the Research Poster, CAHSI Hackathon and other competitions.

Co-Sponsorship Opportunity ($35,000):• Opportunity for a top executive to present an award or participate in a key segment• Promotional video (total time promo video + executive segement not to exceed 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on GMiS Conference website and event platform• Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel and promoted via social media

Event Supporter Opportunity ($17,500):• Opportunity for a show a video (total time not to exceed 2 minutes) • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on GMiS Conference website and event platform • Footage featured year-round on GMiS YouTube channel and via social media

GMiS Scholars Program $1,000 - $10,000 (Per Student)

Now, more than ever, there is a need for financial assistance to support underserved and underrepresented college students. Corporations, government agencies, affinity groups and individuals are invited to support the academic pursuits of GMiS Scholars. This program has awarded more than $5 million in merit-based or STEM Civic Service scholarships to over 1,700 STEM college students. All scholars have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA; are enrolled full-time in a STEM degree-seeking program at an accredited college/university in the U.S. or Puerto Rico; and are either of Hispanic descent or demonstrate service to and leadership within the Hispanic community.

Great Minds in STEM offers four types of scholarships:1) Corporate/Government Scholarships 2) Special Recognition Scholarships3) In Memoriam & Tribute Scholarships 4) Scholar-Intern Scholarships

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Access to high-caliber STEM students• Access to Scholar resumes• Meet and Honor your scholar(s) at GMiS Scholars Networking Reception• Logo visibility as sponsor on GMiS Website and at Student Leadership Awards.


Featured Receptionsand Webinars

Premier Plenary $70,000[2 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $35,000] [4 Event Supporter Slots Available at $17,500]

Session will be a live webinar with a moderated panel of STEM leaders on a trending topic of national interest. The theme will be outlined by GMiS and the lead sponsors. The session is scheduled for 60-minutes and will be recorded and made available on Conference website and YouTube channel so conference attendees can access it thereafter.

Co-Sponsorship Opportunity ($35,000):• Opportunity to show a video and provide a welcome (total time within 4 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel and social media

Event Supporter Opportunity ($17,500):• Opportunity for a show a video (total time not to exceed 2 minutes) • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform • Footage featured year-round on the GMiS YouTube channel social media

GMiS Scholars Networking Reception $30,000 [2 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $15,000]

During this event, members of the Class of 2021 GMiS Scholars are formally inaugurated into the GMiS Scholars Society and recognized for their merit-based scholarships. Scholarship sponsors and donors will have the opportunity to meet their scholars, and support their career development.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Opportunity to show a video and provide a welcome total time not to exceed 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform• Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels • Access to Scholars’ resumes

Honorees & Board Networking Mixer $6,000[Two Co-Sponsor slots available at $3,000]

Celebrate with the Class of 2021 GMiS professional honorees and mingle with the GMiS Board of Directors during an intimate networking reception commemorating outstanding achievements in STEM.

Sponsorship Opportunity: $3,000• Opportunity to show a video (total time not to exceed 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform • Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels


Competition Events

GMiS College Bowl 22 [4 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $20,000]

With the success of GMIS College Bowl 21, we are proud to once again conduct GMIS College Bowl 22 in virtual form. GMiS continues its long-standing success-model of bringing students and sponsor representatives together in teams to network and collaborate. Exciting new challenges and engagement opportunities will focus on showcasing students’ exceptional teamworking, leadership and motivational talents. Using this new platform, GMiS is able to broaden participation among our traditionally underserved and underrepresented STEM students.

Research Poster Competition $32,000 [4 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $8,000]

The Research Poster Competition provides graduate and undergraduate students from traditionally underserved and underrepresented ethnic or racial groups in science, engineering, computer and healthrelated disciplines the opportunity to compete and/or showcase their scientific and technical projects. The Competition will be hosted virtually. Competition sponsorship includes support for award stipends to the top undergraduateand graduate winners.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Opportunity to show a video and provide a welcome (total time not to exceed 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform• Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels• Logo showcased during the competition awards presentation • Opportunity to have representatives serve as competition judges • Access to participants’ resumes


Recruiting andNetworking Events

Speed Networking Sessions $20,000[2 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $10,000] [4 Event Supporter Slots Available at $5,000]

Registered students are invited to attend this innovative and fast-paced popular event that maximizes interaction with recruiters. Each entity will host a breakout for up to 8 students per rotation. During the event, students participate in four rotations to expand their network of contacts and career opportunities. Held prior to the Career Fair, this event is an excellent primer for success in connecting with quality STEM talent.

Co-Sponsorship Opportunity ($10,000):• Opportunity to show a video and provide a welcome (total time within 3 minutes)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform • Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels

Event Supporter Opportunity ($5,000):• Opportunity to show a video (total time within 1 minute)• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website and event platform • Logo visibility and recognition via the GMiS social media channels

Duration Up to 45 minutes Up to 90 minutes:

60 minute webinar with30 minutes of networking

Themes STEM Career ReadinessThemes / Sponsor Focus

GMiS and Sponsor Collaborate on Theme/Focus

Hosted live onZoom or Shindig

Hosted live onZoom or Shindig Technology

GMiS provides welcome;Sponsor provides content

GMiS provides welcome;Sponsor provides contentwith multiple presenters

Content

Yes, with chat and polling

Yes, with chat, polling and Q&AInteractive

Availability

Can be conducted between October 11 - 20, 2021

Recording available through 12/15/2021

Recording available through 12/15/2021

Conducted betweenOctober 18 - 20, 2021

FirstBroadcast

Webinar$10,000

Premier Webinar$20,000

GMiS is leveraging the virtual conference to present a tier of webinar opportunities to fully engage conference attendees. The webinars provide an excellent venue to address technological innovations, STEM career-readiness, or best practices to navigate online recruitment opportunities.

WebinarOpportunities


Recruiting andNetworking Events (Continued)

Career ConnectorThe following offerings are available year-round. These serve to connect our STEM industry partners with our nationwide STEM collegiate students for career building engagement.

Student Résumé Database Access $5,000Pre-conference résumé access to nationwide STEM students, who register for the 2021 GMiS Conference. Access to the database begins 3-4 weeks before the Conference and ends on December 15, 2021. Up to four access accounts provided.

One-Semester Mentoring Community $20,000 Through MentorNet, GMiS provides a platform to enhance on-going relationships with your STEM college students of interest. Entities can invite students, including interns, scholars and recruits, to be a part of their mentoring community. The flexibility and customization of MentorNet successfully supports diverse communities sponsored by industry, universities and non-profit organizations. In addition, GMiS can host communities at varies stages of their academic advancement, including students transferring to four-year universities, college students preparing for doctoral programs, and graduates about to enter the sponsors workforce.

One-Semester Mentoring provides a unique experience for 40 – 60 mentor-mentee pairs over a full semester, including up to eight mentoring sessions. Each session presents a different topic from GMiS’ resource library along with a slate of relevant resources to help guide the discussions and meet your organization’s desired outcomes.

Sponsorship Opportunity• Provides a structured program to support relationship building with students• Logo branding on the landing page, community link with resources • Logo branding on the recruitment materials and discussion topics• Access to the library of resources to create the discussion topic series• Opportunity for current employees to serve as mentors within the community • Training for participants, on-going community support and evaluation

STEM Career-Readiness Coaching Sessions $2,000Available starting in September[Multiple slots, $2,000 Each]

Opportunity to host up to 20 college students in a 45-minute session and address one of the following STEM Career-Readiness topics: Resume Review; Developing your LinkedIn Profile; Curating your Social Media Footprint; Virtual Behavioral Interviews; Personal Branding/Image; Confidence Building

Sponsorship Opportunity• Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on GMiS Conference website• Logo visibility and recognition in the session • Access to attendees’ résumés

Virtual Hospitality Suites $8,000 Hospitality suites utilize the Shindig platform and provides the ideal venue to connect with students and discuss career opportunities. Room appearance and event content are fully customized for your organization and can facilitate face-to-face interaction with guests. Attendees can network with your representatives through self-initiated video chats. Two 45-minute sessions are suggested, up to 80 students per session. Unlimited number of representatives can participate. Attendee information and resumes provided.

Sponsorship Opportunity: • Opportunity to provide a welcome and play video or presentation about the company (5 min. total) • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS website, event platform & social media.• Roster and resumes of students attending provided to sponsor


CAHSI Summitat the 2021 GMiS Conference

CAHSI is an inclusive consortium of institutions and individuals committed to unifying and consolidating their strengths and resources to increase the number of Hispanics who pursue and complete baccalaureate and advanced degrees in computing areas. We believe in preparing Hispanic students with the techni-cal qualifications and real-world experiences to shape the future of comput-ing; growing a geographically dispersed network to achieve lasting results; and ensuring that inclusiveness accompanies diversity.

CAHSI has mainstreamed mentoring and built structured, academic networks for students that prepare them for success in course work from entry level through graduate school and into the STEM workforce. CAHSI’s efforts have resulted in student success and the human infrastructure to support its initia-tives by training faculty in effective practices. CAHSI’s baccalaureate graduation rates have consistently surpassed the national graduation rates, and CAHSI has consistently graduated a high proportion of Hispanic master’s degree recipi-ents, in particular those who are women.

The CAHSI Summit, in conjunction with the GMiS Conference, is an an-nual event that engages faculty, students, industry, and other collaborators in activities that build connections; disseminate effective and promising practices; prepare students for pursuing higher education and productive careers in com-puting; and promote conversations and actions that address the advancement of Hispanics in computing.

For more information about CAHSI, please visit us online at: www.cahsi.org

CAHSI Summit Sponsorship Opportunities at the 2020 GMiS Conference

CAHSI Virtual Convening $40,000Friday, October 15[4 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $10,000 each]

The CAHSI Virtual Convening brings together CAHSI faculty and students in one virtual platform. After a CAHSI keynote talk, sponsors will be distributed to different virtual rooms for a networking session. The Sponsors will be able to share information about their company and learn about students’ interests and capabilities in computing fields. Each networking interval will take 15 minutes. This event will also reveal the Google sponsored CAHSI Scholars Awards. Student participation is estimated at 150-200.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Logo visibility and acknowledgement as CAHSI sponsor during event• Opportunity to promote student opportunities such as internships, job offerings, training programs and other professional opportunities in a group setting • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website • Opportunity to interact with CAHSI students during networking session for 1 hour


CAHSI Hackathon (Beginner & Advanced) $50,000Wednesday, October 13[4 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $12,500 each]

The CAHSI Hackathon is an interactive learning competition that distills the essence of many aspects of professional computer security work into a “Capture the Flag” exercise. Students work in teams to solve challenges that test their cybersecurity skills. The session encourages students at all skill levels to participate, promotes teamwork, encourages friendly competition with real-time feedback, and motivates students to learn more on how to protect assets controlled by software.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Logo visibility and acknowledgement as CAHSI sponsor during hackathon• Opportunity to participate in Q&A session with students’ participants • Opportunity to access virtual team rooms to observe and communicate with students • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website

CAHSI Cybersecurity Workshops $30,000 Tuesday, October 12[3 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $10,000 each]

CAHSI Cybersecurity workshop’s training is a mandatory session that serves as preparation prior to the Hackathon. Students learn about the tools, approaches, and methods that adversaries use to exploit vulnerabilities. Students get hands-on experience to real-life cybersecurity scenarios that include pivoting attacks, cross-site scripting, cross-site request forgery, route hijacking, and memory corruption. The sponsor(s) will have an opportunity to collaborate with CAHSI trainers and participate as coaches during the session.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Logo visibility and acknowledgement as CAHSI sponsor during workshop• Opportunity to participate in Q&A session with students’ participants • Opportunity to access virtual team rooms to observe and communicate with students • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website

Data Analytics Challenge $10,000Monday, October 11[Individual Sponsor Slot Available at $10,000]

The Data Analytics Challenge is a hands-on competition where students work in pairs to find patterns and answer questions about a predetermined set of raw data. The session includes an overview about the relevance of data analytics in the workforce. Final year undergraduate students, and new graduate students are good candidates for this exercise. The sponsor(s) will have the opportunity to interact with CAHSI students during the session. *Session is limitedto 30-50 students for optimal virtual management.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Logo visibility and acknowledgement as CAHSI sponsor during workshop• Opportunity to participate in Q&A session with students’ participants • Opportunity to access virtual team rooms to observe and communicate with students • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website

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Machine Learning Workshop $10,000[4 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $5,000]

Participants of this workshop will learn and apply fundamental machine learning concepts through a series of hands-on activities. Students will discover why machine learning has become one of the most influential and widespread technologies in modern society. Participants will learn how machine learning problems are framed, acquiring a basic understanding of how artificial neural networks work. It is helpful if students participating in this session have some coding experience (e.g., Intro to CS course) though this is not a requirement. *Session is limited to 30-50 students for optimal virtual management.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Logo visibility and acknowledgement as CAHSI sponsor during workshop• Opportunity to briefly introduce your company and opportunities (5 mins)• Opportunity to observe and communicate with students during the session • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website

Hispanic Women in Computing Sessions $40,000[4 Co-Sponsor Slots Available at $10,000]

This series brings undergraduate and graduate female students pursuing computing degrees together with CAHSI leaders and industry partners as well as with present and past student leaders. Students will engage in activities to build community, leadership, and an integrated Latina computing identity during and after the conference. Topics include Building Community and Networking on Campus, Expanding Your Reach and Influence post-graduation, and a guided Community Reflection. The ultimate goal is to increase the number of Latinas who persist in computing fields and complete computing-related degrees.

Session #1:The first session will feature successful campus leaders discussing how inclusive communities can be built and sustained on college campuses. We will explore the tips and tools that Latina students can utilize to broaden their communities of support and extend their networks. Industry representatives will have the opportunity to contribute tips and tools, as well as to provide their perspective on the value of networking and creating sustainable inclusive communities. Participants are expected to create a networking plan for the conference.

Session #2:In this session, industry representatives will have the opportunity to serve on a panel and discuss career and community building opportunities with Latinas pursuing a computing-based degree. Topics include: finding one’s voice, networking, support groups, and organizational support structures to support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts. Desired panelists are individuals who hold a technical position as well as those who are deeply involved in DEI efforts.

Session #3: Students will have the opportunity to reflect as a community on lessons learned from the conference and preceding sessions. They will address moving forward with regard to industry, research, internships, and graduate school. This guided session will be facilitated by CAHSI faculty.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Logo visibility and acknowledgement as CAHSI sponsor during session • Opportunity to discuss the opportunities/experiences for women within your company • Multiple industry participants are welcome to participate • A set of questions to industry reps will be provided for discussion • Opportunity to observe and interact with CAHSI students during the session • Logo visibility and recognition as event sponsor on the GMiS Conference website

Take advantage of the multiple opportunities to reach conferenceparticipants and the greater GMiS community

Customized Email Blasts $750 eachMost Popular Item!From promoting a workshop, to driving potential prospects to particularvirtual events, to highlighting career opportunities, this powerful tool targetsall college student registrants prior to the conference.

STEM Video Spotlights $3,000Available starting in September[Multiple slots at $3,000 Each]

Opportunity to provide a pre-recorded recruitment video that spotlights an organization’s technology and innovation and/or workplace diversity andinclusion. The video may be up to 10 minutes in length.

Sponsorship Opportunity:• Video showcased on the GMiS Conference website• Additional Showcase at Company Booth inside the Virtual GMiS Career Fair, and post-conference on GMiS Career Connector through December 15, 2021

Banner Ads $3,000High visibility on the GMiS website and the GMiS Conference Portal,the hub of all 2021 Conference activity. Banner ads run three months. Specs: 750 pixels max/ 600 pixels minimum. Includes hyperlinks. Clientmust submit artwork. Multiple files allowed throughout the duration ofthe ad buy. Placement and frequency negotiable.


Have a Question?Contact us Today!Sponsorship Inquiries: Bertha Haro [email protected]

Professional Programs: Monica Villafañ[email protected]

Academic Programs: Sonia [email protected]

33rd Annual

October 11-22, 2021

Advertising Opportunities


2021 Awards Nominations and GMiS Summit

Awards Nomination Deadline: May 28, 2021Nominate your colleagues for the prestigious, peer-reviewed HENAAC Awards!

GMiS honors the nation’s best and brightest Hispanic engineers, scientists, mathema-ticians, technology experts and computer scientists. Now in the 33rd year of conduct-ing the HENAAC Awards, GMiS showcases role models to inspire young people to pursue careers in STEM, and to motivate professionals to continuously connect with the Hispanic community.

By nominating individuals, you support GMiS to create awareness, advocate readiness and celebrate success in STEM fields through its various programs. Honorees are se-lected through a peer-reviewed process and recognized at a variety of events, during the GMiS Conference. Award categories, criteria and nomina¬tion instructions are available at www.greatmindsinstem.org.

Why Nominate Your Colleagues & Employees?• Identify emerging talent, top management, or outstanding work within your organization.• Recognize individuals on a national level through a highly-respected peer-reviewed process.• Support your organization’s retention efforts while showcasing your diversity efforts.

How Are Nominees Recognized?• All nominators receive a certificate of recognition from GMiS to provide to their nominees.• Nominees go through a peer-reviewed process and are eligible for recognition at the annual GMiS Conference.• Nominees are eligible for recognition on the GMiS website or through our social media.

GMiS Summit – July 12 – 16, 2021 (Virtual)The GMiS Summit, held in preparation for the 33rd Annual GMiS Conference, will once again be virtual. Scheduled for the week of July 12- 16, 2021, the Summit will include HENAAC Awards Selection Committee and Conference Planning Committee meetings.

HENAAC Awards Selection CommitteeEach year representatives comprised of conference sponsors, academicians, past honorees, and sister organizations come together to review the HENAAC Awards nominations. The committee requires the commitment of a full-day of nominee evaluations. Rankings are tallied and then presented to the Selection Committee Chairs, who are the deans of the science and engineering schools from the universities serving as Academic Hosts. The Chairs perform a final review and certification.

Conference Planning CommitteeThis is a must attend event for meeting planners to prepare for their organization’s participation during the conference. The committee members review the scheduled events conducted dur¬ing the GMiS Conference. Key deadlines, templates, conference and registration procedures are presented. Attending the meeting will help ensure each entity is ready to participate and ready to meet their outreach and recruiting objectives.

Visit www.gmisconference.org for updated list of sponsors.

Proud GMiS Sponsors and Partners


CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICYCredit toward 2021 Conference, less any original credit card transaction fees and less

administrative fee (5% for sponsorships and events over $1,000) will be honored upon WRITTEN requests if received by September 10, 2021. Credit level forwarded to 2022 Conference will be considered on a case by case basis prior to September 10, 2021. Please

refer all cancellation and credit requests to: [email protected]

33rd Annual

Webinar $10,000 ea. (Number of Sessions:_____)

Premier Webinar $20,000 ea. (Number of Sessions:_____)

WEBINAR OPPORTUNITIES (see page 11)

STEM Video Spotlights $3,000

Banner Ads $3,000

Custom Email Blast $750 each (Total Number:________)

ADVERTISEMENT OPPORTUNITIES (see page 17)

CAHSI Virtual Convening $40,000 $10,000

CAHSI Hackathon (Begin./Advc.) $50,000 $12,500

Cybersecurity Workshops $30,000 $10,000

Data Analytics Challenge $10,000

Machine Learning Workshop $10,000

Hispanic Women in Computing $40,000 $10,000

CAHSI SUMMIT EVENTS (see pages 14-16)

Speed Networking $20,000

Student Résumé Database Access $5,000

One-Month Mentoring $40,000 $10,000 (Co-Sponsor)

STEM Career-Readiness $2,000 ea. (Number of Sessions:_____)Coaching Sessions

Virtual Hospitality Suites $8,000

RECRUITING AND NETWORKING EVENTS (see pages 11-12)

HENAAC Awards Show $75,000 $37,500 $18,750

National Defense Awards $70,000 $35,000 $17,500

Collegiate Student $70,000 $35,000 $17,500Leadership Awards

SIGNATURE RECOGNITION EVENTS (see page 7-8)

GMiS College Bowl $80,000 $20,000

Research Poster Competition $32,000 $8,000

COMPETITION EVENTS (see page 10)

Premier Plenary $70,000 $17,500

GMiS Scholars Networking Reception $30,000 $15,000

Honorees & Board Networking Mixer $6,000 $3,000

FEATURED RECEPTIONS AND WEBINARS (see page 9)

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FAXPHONE

E-MAIL

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CONTACT INFORMATION

PAYMENT INFORMATION

GREAT MINDS IN STEM5211 East Washington Blvd., Suite 2-320 • Los Angeles, CA 90040

or Email registration to [email protected]

A check made payable to Great Minds in STEM for: $

is enclosed. Please mail check with form to:

Please charge my firm's credit card for $

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are subject to a 3.5% service fee.

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES (see page 5-6)

SILVER SPONSOR $15,000BRONZE SPONSOR $10,000CRYSTAL SPONSOR $6,000TURQUOISE SPONSOR $3,500ACADEMIC / NON-PROFIT $800

DIAMOND SPONSOR $80,000SAPPHIRE SPONSOR $60,000EMERALD SPONSOR $40,000PLATINUM SPONSOR $30,000GOLD SPONSOR $20,000

CONFERENCE HOST $135,000

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SCHOLARSHIPS (see page 8)

GMiS Scholars Program Total Amount Pledged: $_____________

Amount per student: $_____________

Documents

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