Save the date to join AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA in Columbia Nov. 13 for our one-day statewide conference about current advertising, communication and marketing trends. This conference will educate new and seasoned professionals on industry-leading topics.
CONNECT 2025 is open to all members of each organization, non-members and college students interested in attending.
When: Nov. 13 | 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where:
S.C Department of Archives and History
8301 Parklane Rd.
Columbia, S.C. 29223
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Recognize your business with the CONNECT sponsorship opportunities. Many include a conference registration based on the sponsorship level chosen. The following is a brief description of each sponsorship:
$2,000 PRESENTING SPONSOR (1 available)
- Eight attendee registrations for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Invitation to welcome guests from stage (two minutes maximum)
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites with link to company website
- Premiere recognition on event signage and materials
- One dedicated AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA social media post recognizing your CONNECT sponsorship (post will include your company logo, social media account tag and description of your services)
- AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA newsletter recognition
- Distribution of sponsor provided swag to attendees at the registration table
- Sponsor table to network with attendees OR a sponsor email sent to attendees on your behalf (Content must be approved by CONNECT team. You will not receive any contact information for attendees.)
$1,500 PLATINUM SPONSOR (2 available)
- Six attendee registrations for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites with link to company website
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- One dedicated AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA social media post recognizing your CONNECT sponsorship (post will include your company logo, social media account tag and description of your services)
- AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA newsletter recognition
- Distribution of sponsor provided swag to attendees at the registration table
- Sponsor table to network with attendees OR a sponsor email sent to attendees on your behalf (Content must be approved by CONNECT team. You will not receive any contact information for attendees.)
$750 GOLD SPONSOR (2 available)
- Four attendee registrations for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites with link to company website
- One dedicated AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA social media post recognizing your CONNECT sponsorship (post will include your company logo, social media account tag and description of your services)
- AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA newsletter recognition
- Recognition on event signage and materials
$500 SILVER SPONSOR (4 available — coffee bar, morning break, lunch or afternoon break)
- Two attendee registrations for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites with link to company website
- One dedicated AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA social media post recognizing your CONNECT sponsorship (post will include your company logo, social media account tag and description of your services)
- AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA newsletter recognition
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo displayed at coffee bar, morning break, lunch or afternoon break based on availability
$500 HAPPY HOUR SPONSOR (2 available – Appetizers and drink tab starter)
- Two attendee registrations for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites
- One dedicated AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA social media post recognizing your CONNECT sponsorship (post will include your company logo, social media account tag and description of your services)
- AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA newsletter recognition
- Recognition on event signage and materials
- Logo displayed on appetizer buffet OR logo displayed on drink ticket good for one drink based on availability
$500 LANYARD SPONSOR (1 available)
- Two attendee registrations for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Co-branded lanyard with conference logo and your company logo provided to all attendees
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites
- Recognition on event signage and materials
$250 CONTENT SPONSOR (6 available)
- One attendee registration for meals and all sessions (registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator)
- Logo displayed on AAF Midlands, IABC/SC and SCPRSA websites
- Recognition on event signage and materials
$100 EXHIBITOR SPONSOR (8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.) (4 available)
- One 3 x 6 foot table will be provided. You will be responsible for a tablecloth and your display materials.
- One ticket to the CONNECT Conference luncheon.
The registration code will be sent to the sponsor coordinator to register the additional attendees from their business.