Sponsorship Tiers¶
Sponsor recognition is structured as qualified sponsorship payments under IRC §513(i): names, logos, slogans only — no quantitative claims, comparisons, pricing, or product endorsements.
Note: Final tier amounts will be set by the founding board's audit/finance committee. The relative tier structure is what's proposed here; absolute amounts are illustrative placeholders that have been removed pending board adoption.
| Tier | Annual Investment | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Founding Partner | TBD by founding board | Year-round recognition, 6 conference passes, keynote sponsor, curriculum naming opportunity |
| Title | TBD by founding board | Conference title presence, 4 passes, booth |
| Education | TBD by founding board | Track sponsor, 3 passes, booth |
| Networking | TBD by founding board | Networking event, 2 passes, booth |
| Supporter | TBD by founding board | Recognition, 2 passes |
| Local Meetup | TBD by founding board | Local venue night recognition |
Editorial firewall — what sponsorship does NOT buy¶
Sponsors do not influence:
- Curriculum content
- Certification standards or exam content
- Code of Ethics or its enforcement
- Endorsement of products or brands
- Member or board governance
This firewall is contractual in the Sponsorship Agreement.
Multi-year discounts¶
| Term | Discount |
|---|---|
| 2 years | 5% |
| 3 years | 10% |
Renewal cycle¶
Sponsor renewal conversations begin 60 days before contract end.