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Sponsorship and Advertising Program

APAP Conference sponsorships and advertising allow artists, managers, agents and consultants an opportunity to strengthen their name recognition and gain enhanced visibility.  Sponsors are rewarded with increased recognition and value-added features based on their level of investment.

For more information, please contact John Fernandez, jfernandez@artspresenters.org, 202.207.3846.

Platinum Sponsorship: $50,000 and higher

• Value Added Inclusions Worth: $8,550
• (12) Luncheon Tickets w/VIP access;
• Complimentary adjacent booth upgrade; booth costs not included;
• Complimentary tote bag insert item;
• Platinum level scrolling, linkable logo on Conference homepage;
• Platinum level recognition on all sponsorship signage;
• Complimentary ad in Showcase listing book;
• Complimentary banner ad on Conference website;
• Platinum level name badge ribbon for company personnel;
• Access to Inside Arts' Platinum advertising package: 60% off 4-issue commitment, run of magazine.

Gold Sponsorship: $25,000 TO $49,999

• Value Added Inclusions Worth: $8,150
• (8) Luncheon Tickets w/VIP access;
• Complimentary adjacent booth upgrade; booth costs not included;
• Complimentary tote bag insert item;
• Gold level scrolling, linkable logo on Conference homepage;
• Gold level recognition on all sponsorship signage;
• Complimentary ad in Showcase listing book;
• Complimentary banner ad on Conference website;
• Gold level name badge ribbon for company personnel;
• Access to Inside Arts' Gold advertising package: 50% off 4-issue commitment, run of magazine.

Silver Sponsorship: $15,000 TO $24,999

• Value Added Inclusions Worth: $2,900
• Complimentary ad in Showcase listing book;
• Complimentary banner ad on Conference website;
• Silver level recognition on all sponsorship signage;
• Silver level scrolling, linkable logo on Conference homepage;
• Silver level name badge ribbon for company personnel;
• Access to Inside Arts Silver advertising package: 30% off 4-issue commitment, run of magazine.

Bronze Sponsorship Level: $4,500 TO $14,999

• Bronze level recognition on sponsorship signage;
• Bronze level name badge ribbon for company personnel;
• Bronze level scrolling, linkable logo on Conference homepage;
• Access to Inside Arts Bronze advertising package: 20% off 4-issue commitment, run of magazine.

Participating Sponsorship Level: $2,000 TO $4,499

• Contributing sponsor recognition on sponsorship signage;
• Contributing sponsor name badge ribbon for company personnel;
• Access to Inside Arts Contributing Sponsor advertising package: 10% off 4-issue commitment, run of magazine.

Major Event Sponsorships

Opening Night Reception      

Get your name in front of attendees at this kick-off event, with more than 1,000 attendees meeting and mingling over cocktails and light hors d'oeuvres.

Awards Luncheon            

Honor those individuals and organizations that energize and inspire our profession. Attended by more than 1,000 conference participants, the Awards Luncheon is the most celebratory event of the APAP Conference.      

Plenary Sessions      

Plenary sessions on Friday and Saturday are do-not-miss events. Welcome keynote speakers and attendees with your logo prominently displayed at the event. Past keynote speakers include Suzan-Lori Parks, Ira Glass, Anna Deavere Smith, Sekou Sundiata, John Kani and Harry Belafonte. 

Closing Breakfast      

This send-off event for the APAP Conference draws a large crowd and is an excellent opportunity to send each attendee home with a lasting impression of your company.

New Colleagues' Orientation  

Welcome more than 450 first-time attendees, colleagues and mentors to the APAP Conference and offer tips for getting the most out of their conference experience.

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Location Sponsorships

APAP Members Conversation Area    

The APAP Members Conversation Area can be transformed to the sponsor's desires.  This frequently visited area on the 3rd Floor of the Hilton hotel is located adjacent to the Cyber Café and provides an excellent opportunity to meet and greet conference attendees.  Consider coordinating this sponsorship with one at the Cyber Café.    

Cyber Cafe       

Everyone needs to be connected.  The Cyber Café provides an excellent chance to engage each and every attendee checking email.  Set up a booth and get down to business.  Consider coordinating this sponsorship with one at the Conversation Area. 

Late Night Lounge      

Why not sponsor the APAP late-night networking hot spot, the Bridges Bar on the lobby level of the Hilton hotel?  Sponsorship of the Bridges Bar provides for limited showcasing opportunities.  

Welcome Registration Area     

Conference attendees pass through this area daily. Set up a "welcome area" nearby for establishing contacts and rapport in one of the conference's busiest spots.

VIP Hospitality Suites      

Take advantage of this exclusive opportunity to showcase artists with a VIP Hospitality Sponsorship. Each room is conveniently located on the 4th floor of the Hilton hotel and includes a performance suite and adjacent green room.   

Product Sponsorships

Conference Tote Bag      

Print a logo on the official APAP Conference tote bag, and more than 3,500 people will be flashing it throughout the event and throughout New York City. 

Room Key Cards     

Ensure that APAP members know your name! With so many participants staying at the Hilton and Sheraton hotels, your company's name is in front of each guest.

Conference Lanyards     

It's around everyone's neck for the entire five days of the conference and it can have your company name or logo printed on it. It's simple, highly visible and very effective. 

Media Sponsorships

Program Book and EXPO Hall Maps      

The program book is distributed to all conference participants and media. With a full schedule of daily events, this must-have book includes EXPO Hall maps, as well as program and schedule information.  This sponsorship puts a brand or logo in front of every attendee, every day. 

Conference E-News Bulletins             

A limited number of advertisers will have the opportunity to place their banner advertisement on all pre-show email bulletins. Going to all registered delegates and prospects, this is a great way to get in front of a lot of people prior to the conference.

Elevator Video Sponsorships

Hilton hotel video monitors provide an excellent opportunity to capture the attention of all conference attendees.  The videos play on all elevators throughout the conference.   

Advertising Opportunities

Online Banner Advertising

Place banner ads on the most-trafficked areas of the conference website. Banner ads appear on each page view, providing advertisers with clickable links to their websites. This is a flashy way to communicate about artists and their work.

On-site Showcase Listing Book

This is the bible of showcase information. Attendees use this book to nail down schedules. All eyes will be on your organization's activities.

Tote Bag Advertising

Get your message in the hands of each arriving presenter. Insert a CD, flyer, brochure or pen (you cannot advertise a Conference Showcase).

Inside Arts Ad Savings for Sponsors

Extend your conference sponsorship with a year-round presence in APAP's premier magazine, Inside Arts.

• Platinum sponsors: enjoy 60% off the rate card
• Gold sponsors: enjoy 50% off the rate card
• Silver sponsors: enjoy 30% off the rate card
• Bronze sponsors: enjoy 20% off the rate card