Sponsorship
Sponsors are a cornerstone of the Spirit of Hospitality Summit, supporting the success of the event. By sponsoring, companies not only elevate their brand, but invest in the future of the industry. Sponsors enjoy high visibility with prime placement throughout the event, along with exclusive networking opportunities and recognition in Summit promotions.
Sponsorship Options
Ready to make an impact? Explore the available sponsorship levels and discover the benefits of partnering with us today.
| Pioneer Sponsors ($25,000) | Visionary Sponsors ($10,000) | Innovator Sponsors ($5,000) | Catalyst Sponsors ($2,500) | |
| Conference Passes | 10 | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| 20% discount on additional passes | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Logo, link, blurb on the conference website and flyers | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Logo on on-site sponsor signage | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Passes to the Senior Reception | 4 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| 1 Exhibit booth at the Career Fair | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Full color ad in printed program guide | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Company named in pre-conference attendee email | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Recognition in Purdue HTM Newsletter | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Social media shout out | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| 1 Exhibit booth at the networking reception | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Recognition before keynote sessions | ✔ | |||
| Custom design advertisement/experiential marketing | ✔ |
A la carte sponsorship opportunities
1. Hospitality lounge (Not Available): A dedicated networking space where coffee, beverages, and light refreshments are served throughout the summit. The room will be named after the sponsoring company, with signage at the entrance and the company’s name/logo featured on event programs, schedules, the website, and social media.
2. Opening Program and Keynote (2 Available): The sponsoring company and its products/services will be highlighted through pre-recorded videos or live presentations during the opening program before keynote sessions.
3. Networking Reception (1 Available): Join us Thursday evening for a networking reception in the beautiful south ballroom of the Memorial Union. The event will showcase experienced innovators from sectors representing our four majors: hospitality and tourism management, retail management, selling and sales, and financial planning. You’ll also see demonstrations from HTM’s research centers and cutting-edge technology showcases. Enjoy fantastic food and beverages while discovering how to partner with us to create an unforgettable experience that will innovatively highlight your company.
4. Gamification Prizes (Various): Gamification will engage attendees throughout the summit week. Challenges and missions offered through a gamification app will encourage attendees to learn more about your company and network creatively and engagingly. Active participation will be rewarded with gift cards, hotel stay certificates, sports event/entertainment tickets, discount coupons, and free consulting hours.
For Sponsorship Inquiries, contact Shawn Jung at syjung@purdue.edu.
2024 Sponsors
Pinnacle Partner
Pioneer Sponsor
Visionary Sponsor
Catalyst Sponsor
