SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESFebruary 11-13 Hilton Austin

About the Industry Conference800+ attendees ranging from event directors, vendors, media, athletes, timers, charities, tech startups, etc.

60+ exhibitors at the sold out expo

Daily group runs

Top industry programming built around growing the sport and business of running

National industry leaders and speakers

Multiple networking opportunities

Surrounded by some of the finest restaurants in the city, the 6th Street Entertainment District, numerous bars and live music venues, premier shopping and more, the Hilton Austin offers an ideal central location for conference attendees to experience Austin.

Location Highlights - Hilton Austin

Who Attends

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Event ManagementTechnologyManufacturerCharityMediaOther

75% of conference registrants are returning attendees

Sunday February 11

Expo

First-Timers Session

Welcome Reception

Awards Dinner

Learn. Network. Grow!

Morning Group Run / Expo

General Session

Race Camps (hands-on sessions of 25-75 attendees)

Networking Luncheon

Expo Happy Hour

Morning Group Run / Expo

General Session

Idea Labs(sessions of approximately 125 attendees)

Networking Luncheon

Closing Reception

Monday February 12

Tuesday February 13

Sample Schedule

ACTIVATE YOUR BRANDOfficial Conference App Opportunities – As the primary source or communication before and during the event, the conference app offers many connection points and pricing levels. Sponsored banner ads and push notifications are available on a limited basis.

Speaker Lounge Sponsor – Provide the lounge hospitality for the official speaker lounge. Help ensure our speakers are fueled up and ready to present.

Monday Afternoon Happy Hour – Be the host of the Monday afternoon expo happy hour. Attendees will flock to the expo after a full day of networking and programming. Opportunity to welcome attendees to the happy hour from the conference stage.

Official Conference Goodie Bag – Display your company’s name and logo along side Running USA as the official goodie bag provider for the 2018 conference

Stage Entertainment in Expo – Be the life of the party and provide the Two Step Lesson entertainment on the expo stage.

Hall of Champions Dinner Table Sponsor – Want to represent your brand at the tables and place settings for the official awards dinner? This opportunity is for you!

Hotel Branding Opportunities - There are many opportunities to brand your company throughout the Hilton Austin. Showcase your brand as a visual focal point throughout the conference.

Custom Branded Room Key Cards – Place your brand at the fingertips of the hundreds of conference attendees staying at the host hotel.

VIP Reception – Intimate opportunity for your company to network with the Running USA Board of Directors and conference VIP’s.

Personal Room Drops – Excellent opportunity for a targeted reach to conference attendees staying at the host hotel. 100-person room drop minimum required. *Additional restrictions apply.

Goodie Bag Inserts – Place your product or sample inside the official conference goodie bag. **Size and weight restrictions apply or this limited number opportunity.

Innovation Showcase – Eight available 15-minute stage demonstrations in the expo during prime hours on Sunday afternoon.

Monday Coffee Break – We all know how important caffeine can be to get through the conference. Be the sponsor for that extra boost.

For specific pricing on any of the following please email Christine Bowen at christine@runningusa.org

The Running USA Industry Conference expo is host to more than 60 leading industry exhibitors and is a one-stop opportunity for networking and growing your business.

Expo OverviewThe expo is a central meeting ground throughout the event and is a prime opportunity to engage with decision makers, including our highly visible Innovation Showcase, where a select few get 15 minutes to make their pitch.

Exhibitor PackagesElite Level | $10,000

Conference registration for four attendees ($2,200 value)

One hotel room/three nights ($600 value)

Premium inclusion in conference app

Logo on conference sponsor page

Premium booth space two 8 x 10’s

Premium distribution in delegate goodie bag**

Access to delegate attendee list*

Ability to purchase to three additional registrations at $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid

at market price.

Gold Level | $7,500

Conference registration for three individuals ($1,650 value)

Enhanced exhibitor listing in conference app

Logo on conference sponsor page

One Premium booth space (8 x 10)

Access to delegate attendee list*

Ability to purchase to two additional registrations a $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have paid

credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price.

**Running USA is not responsible for product shipping and handling of items

*Elite, Premium & Gold levels will receive the attendee list one-time two weeks prior to conference and one-time post conference. Standard level exhibitors will receive the list one-time post conference only.

Exhibitor PackagesPremium Level | $5,500

Conference registration for two individuals ($1,200 value)

Premium booth space (8 x 10)

Access to delegate attendee list*

Ability to purchase to one additional registration at $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have

paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price.

Standard Level | $3,250

One conference registration ($550.00 value)

Premium booth space (8 x 10)

Ability to purchase to one additional registration at $550.00 each (code required). All attendees must have

paid credentials. All additional registrations beyond must be paid at market price.

The 12’ x 16’ stage is where all attendees will guide their attention throughout much of the conference Be one of the focal points around our top programming and entertainment

Stage has an included screen for visuals Conduct a product demo on the expo stage during the Innovation Showcase Includes individual conference registrations

Expo Stage Sponsor

Must supply a minimum of 700 items Shipping and receiving deadlines and rates apply *Items subject to pre-approval for size and weight

Goodie Bag InsertLimited opportunity to place a company premium in our conference goodie bag*, reaching every conference attendee.

To discuss additional ideas you feel would connect well with Running USA Industry Conference attendees, please contact us at christine@runningusa.org. The deadline for custom packages is December 1, 2017.

Custom Packages