Join us, and highlight your brand as a library supporter!
Sponsorship of the PaLA Annual Conference is a tremendous way to put your brand in front of library professionals.
The Event Marketing Institute has reported that customers form positive opinions when a business is tied to a high profile event, such as the PaLA Annual Conference. Customers will assume your business is reliable and reputable if you can sponsor other organizations, especially those with whom they have close ties. What's more, linking your business to a worthy cause, like libraries, can draw lasting support and media attention!
Diamond Sponsors
Sponsorship of a Keynote Event (Estimated attendance: 300+)
SOLD
Opening Keynote Session
$5,000
- This event officially opens the conference Sponsor may briefly address the audience and may also introduce the speaker (To be determined.)
- Ability to distribute company materials at sponsored event (sponsor supplied materials)
- Two tickets for company representatives to attend the sponsored event
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Full-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Sponsored email blast to full PaLA membership (only available at this sponsorship level)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (4-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app with one push notification to attendees
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event
SOLD
Welcome Mixer & Attendee Badge Lanyards
$5,000
- The Welcome Mixer will allow attendees to expand their professional network and learn more about PaLA at this reception-style event. Worn by every conference attendee, lanyard sponsorship provides a highly visible way to highlight your brand throughout the 4-day conference!
- Ability to distribute company materials at sponsored event (sponsor supplied materials)
- Two tickets for company representatives to attend the sponsored event
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Full-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Sponsored email blast to full PaLA membership (only available at this sponsorship level)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (4-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app with one push notification to attendees
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event
1 Available
Closing Breakfast
$5,000
- This event takes place on the final day of the conference and is meant to send attendees off with an inspiring forward-looking message. the Sponsor may briefly address the audience and may also introduce the speaker.
- Ability to distribute company materials at sponsored event (sponsor supplied materials)
- Two tickets for company representatives to attend the sponsored event
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Full-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Sponsored email blast to full PaLA membership (only available at this sponsorship level)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (4-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app with one push notification to attendees
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event
Gold Sponsors
Sponsorship of a PaLA Division Luncheon, Exhibit Hall Event OR High Visibility Item
SOLD
Carolyn W. Field Award Luncheon
$3,000
- An important event that attracts youth services librarians will feature an award presentation to a Pennsylvania author or illustrator for outstanding work in youth literature. Sponsor will receive two tickets to the luncheon and may provide company promotional materials for distribution at the event. (Estimated Attendance 200+)
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (3-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event (if applicable)
1 Available
College & Research Division Luncheon
$3,000
- This main event for college & university librarians will feature a presentation by a leader in the academic library community. Sponsor will receive two tickets to the luncheon and may provide company promotional materials for distribution at the event. (Estimated Attendance: 100+)
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (3-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event (if applicable)
SOLD
Public Library Division Luncheon
$3,000
- This premier event for public librarians will feature a presentation by a thought leader. Sponsor will receive two tickets to the luncheon and may provide company promotional materials for distribution at the event. (Estimated Attendance: 250+)
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (3-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event (if applicable)
1 Sold, 1 Available
Exhibit Hall Lunches
$3,000
- Features portable food options for attendees to enjoy while visiting the exhibits to learn about the latest innovations in library products & services.. Sponsor is acknowledged at the event and will receive premier booth placement. (Estimated attendance: 300+)
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (3-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event (if applicable)
SOLD
Conference Give-Away Item
$3,000
- Sponsor logo to be imprinted on this popular item (tote bag, portfolio, etc.) to be distributed to each attendee for use not only during the conference, but likely long after!
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (3-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event (if applicable)
SOLD
Hotel Key Card Sponsor
$3,000
- Held in the hand of every attendee staying at the conference hotel, the sponsor's logo/ad is displayed on the hotel key card to promote your company or organization.
- Showcase presentation to highlight your products or services (showcases will take place during no-conflict exhibit time, A/V equipment provided)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad* (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership of 1200+)
- Exclusive banner ad on the PaLA homepage w/live link to your website (3-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
- Sponsor recognition via signage at the sponsored event (if applicable)
Silver Sponsors
Sponsorship of a Break or Educational Session*
4 Available
Coffee & Conversation Sessions
$1,500
- Taking place on Monday & Tuesday morning before sessions begin, these "unconference" sessions will provide opportunities for attendees to informally discuss sessions from the previous day over coffee and a light breakfast fare. Sponsors may provide promotional materials for distribution at the event. Two $1500 sponsors will co-sponsor a single breakfast. (Option for exclusive sponsorship of the event at $3000 Gold Level.)
- Half-page Bulletin Ad** (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership)
- Company listing on the homepage banner of PaLA website 2-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
4 Available
Coffee/Refreshment Break Sponsor
$1,500
- These hour-long breaks provide the opportunity for attendees to enjoy a hot or cold beverage while visiting the exhibits during no-conflict time. Break sponsor is acknowledged via signage on the break table and in conference materials. Sponsor has the option to provide company materials on the break table.
- Half-page Bulletin Ad** (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership)
- Company listing on the homepage banner of PaLA website 2-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
1 Available
Educational Breakout Session Sponsor
$1,500
- Be recognized as a sponsor of one of our educational sessions to connect your company/organization's name with a related topic. Session sponsor will be announced during the session and in conference materials. Sponsor has the option to provide company materials on the handout table.
- Half-page Bulletin Ad** (full color ad in quarterly digital news publication distributed to full membership)
- Company listing on the homepage banner of PaLA website 2-week duration)
- Logo display on mobile app
*Evening event sponsorships may also be available as activities are identified.
**Self-designed by sponsor or basic (logo, phone, website) designed by PaLA. Ad specifications and deadlines to be provided at a later date.
Questions about vendor opportunities? Contact Kim Snyder Wise to discuss options at kim@palibraries.org or 717-766-7663.