Become a Sponsor

Sponsor the 2023 CSI National Conference

October 4-6 in Minneapolis at the Hyatt Regency Hotel

The architecture, engineering, construction, and owner (AECO) community will convene in Minneapolis, MN for fast-paced, high-energy sessions, diverse learning through deep dives and micro-education, celebrations of honors & awards, and networking.

Senior architects and specification writers are eager to meet with building product manufacturers to learn about the technical and performance details of your products for their projects.

There are three sponsorship package levels that include Speed Networking, as well as exciting and impactful a-la-carte options.

A La Carte Options

Sponsorship Packages

Sponsorship opportunities are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please see below for details about the 3 sponsorship levels we have available for this event, and contact Brian Knotts (303-565-4019) to secure your spot. When the opportunities are gone, they're gone, so act today!

Premium Sponsor: $35,000 (1/4 available)
Signature Sponsor: $20,000 (1/7 available)
Supporting Sponsor: $10,000 (0/16 available - Sold out!)

	Premium $35,000	Signature $20,000	Supporting $10,000
16 Speed Networking meetings with Specifiers and Architects, 15-minutes each	√	√	√
Exclusive Sponsorship of a Premium Event (see options below)	√
"Resource Center" table top display in foyer area to display materials and interact with attendees, hold meetings, etc.	√	√
Co-Sponsorship of CSI Celebrates Honors & Awards Ceremony and Reception		√
One Education/Breakout Session (must be purely educational and non-commercial)	40-60 minutes	15 minute segment
Conference Registrations	4	2	1
Invitation(s) to Happy Hour exclusively for Speed Networking participants	√	√	√
Ad in the Honors & Awards Program	Full Page	Half Page
One banner ad in the CSI Weekly eNewsletter, distributed to 41,000+ industry professionals	√	√	√
Mini-Marketing Items (see below)	√	√	√

Premium Event Options

Headshot Hub: Professional Portrait Studio

Put your best foot forward with a free professional photo. Stop by the Headshot Hub for a new picture to use on your CSI Profile or your LinkedIn profile.

2023 Headshot Hub Sponsor: RIB Software North America

Opening Keynote Session

Includes sponsor logo recognition on signage and verbal recognition, opportunity to introduce speaker

2023 Opening Keynote Sponsor: The Sherwin-Williams Company

Closing Keynote Session

Includes sponsor logo recognition on signage and verbal recognition, opportunity to introduce speaker

2023 Closing Keynote Sponsor: LiftMaster

A La Carte Sponsorship Opportunities

Lounge Sponsorship - $12,000 (Exclusive)

Help create a space for attendees to relax, make calls, have meetings etc. by sponsoring the Lounge. As the sponsor you'll have the opportunity to name the space (ex: Crosswalk Lounge at CSI National Conference) and feature materials and product samples to make a memorable impact on attendees.

Sponsorship includes: 1 registration, opportunity to name the space ( Lounge at the CSI National Conference)*, opportunity to feature 2 pull up style banners (3 feet max) in the lounge area (to be placed at CSI's discretion), opportunity to feature promotional materials/product samples/giveaways on the tables in the lounge, and logo recognition on signage in the lounge area.

*Custom name must include "at the CSI National Conference"

Welcome to Minneapolis Reception Sponsorship - $15,000 (Exclusive)

Sponsorship includes: 1 registration, opportunity to make remarks on mic (60-90 seconds max), opportunity to feature 2 pull up style banners (3 feet max) in happy hour area, 15 extra drink tickets to distribute at sponsor’s discretion, logo recognition on drink tickets, signage during the reception, logo recognition in the event program and on agenda signage, opportunity to provide a giveaway/promo item for attendees distributed from a table in the reception area.

Pre-Conference Workshop Sponsorship - $10,000 (2 available)

These sessions are held on the first day of the Conference (Wednesday). One will focus on learning/professional development and one will focus on Specifications.

Sponsorship includes: 1 registration and opportunity to sit in on the session and lunch served in the room, opportunity to provide one video (1 minute long max) to be played at the beginning of the session (subject to CSI approval, suggestions for content to avoid will be provided), contact list of session attendees, opportunity to introduce the presenter (60-90 seconds max), opportunity to provide a giveaway/promo item like notepads/pens for attendees distributed from a table in the workshop area (literature not allowed), logo recognition on signage during the sponsored workshop, in the event program and on agenda signage.

Happy Hour for Speed Networking Participants

Sponsorship includes: Opportunity to address attendees on mic (60 seconds max), opportunity to feature 2 pull up style banners (3 feet max) in happy hour area, 15 extra drink tickets to distribute at sponsor’s discretion, logo recognition on tickets required for entry, drink tickets, on agenda signage, in the program book, and on signage during the Happy Hour.

2023 Happy Hour for Speed Networking Participants Sponsor: US Gypsum

Lunch Sponsorship - $10,000 (1/2 days available, exclusive for each day)

Sponsorship includes: 1 registration, opportunity to make remarks on stage (60 seconds max) and introduce speaker before CSI Keynote Luncheon or Certification Celebration, opportunity to feature 2 pull up style banners (3 feet max) in area where sponsored lunch is served (to be placed at CSI’s discretion), Logo recognition on screen on the main stage before the Keynote Luncheon, on signage in area where sponsored lunch is served, on table tent cards on each table during sponsored lunch, in the event program and on agenda signage.

Friday Lunch Sponsor: FiberTite

Lanyards Sponsorship - $10,000

Feature your company logo or brand slogan on the name tag lanyards that all attendees receive when they arrive and will wear for the duration of the event. Sponsoring the National Conference lanyards is one of the most prominent branding opportunities at the event.

Sponsorship includes: sponsor logo recognition on attendee lanyards, on signage at the event, and on CSI websites.

Wi-Fi Sponsorship

Help attendees stay connected by sponsoring the conference Wi-Fi and reach every attendee as they select your custom named network and key in your custom password. Take it to the next level with the Enhanced Package to customize the login page, and redirect to a URL of your choice after login.

2023 Wi-Fi Sponsor: Axis Communications

Breakfast Sponsorship - $6,000 (1 of 2 days available, exclusive for each day)

Sponsorship includes: 1 registration, opportunity to feature 2 pull up style banners (3 feet max) in area where breakfast is served (to be placed at CSI’s discretion), Logo recognition on signage in area where sponsored breakfast is available during sponsored breakfast, logo recognition on table tent cards on cocktail tables in foyer area where sponsored breakfast is available, logo recognition in the event program and on agenda signage.

2023 Breakfast Sponsor: W. R. Meadows

Charging Stations - $6,000

Help attendees stay charged up by sponsoring a lockable charging station locker, complete with your custom branding wrap and looping video on the screen. Stations are placed in high-traffic areas affording sponsors premium visibility, Charging Station locations are available on a first-come first-serve basis.

Sponsorship includes: Opportunity to design the artwork wrap and provide a video to loop on the charging station screen, social media post thanking sponsor during the event on the social media platform of your choice.

Charging Station Example

Pocket Program Sponsorship

This program will serve as the main program for the Conference, and will include the event agenda. Feature your company logo on the front cover and your full page advertisement on the back cover and keep your brand in front of attendees throughout the event.

Sponsorship includes: logo recognition on signage and in the corner of the front cover of the program, and your full page ad on the back cover.

Pocket Cover Program

2023 Pocket Program Sponsor: Maxxon

Better engagement:

Guaranteed, pre-scheduled, face-to-face meetings with Architects and Specifiers during Speed Networking.
Digital advertising benefits pre- and post- event to deliver increased impressions
Access to the full opt-in attendee list
Opportunity to present a Breakout Session

Speed Networking Meetings

16 one-on-one meetings, 15-minutes each
Sponsors will receive a list of every Speed Networking participant that is willing to meet with them, and can choose who they want to meet with from that list
CSI will coordinate the scheduling of every meeting

Resource Center tables

These tables will be placed throughout the main foyer where you can engage with attendees as they navigate the conference, set meetings, etc.
Display materials, product samples, literature, and use a branded table cloth

Present a Breakout Session

This is your opportunity to present educational content and thought leadership at the conference. Premium sponsorships include a full Breakout Session (45-60 minutes) and Signature sponsorships include a 15-minute segment of a Breakout Session

Sponsor the 2023 CSI National Conference to:

Maximize face-to-face and digital interactions
Build brand impressions
Boost industry standing as a thought leader and expert
Connect with specific technical segments
Generate highly-qualified sales leads and establish meaningful connections
Create compelling engagement channels