For more than 45 years, NAWB has convened the leading voices in workforce development at its annual event, The Forum, to foster discussion, learning, and relationship-building among the largest gathering of workforce professionals in the country. Workforce development leaders, policymakers, business leaders, educators, and economists come together to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their communities. At the center of it all is the workforce system and the millions of Americans who have found rewarding careers through your essential services. 

Are you ready to impact the national conversation about workforce development? What better place than The Forum: the nation’s largest annual workforce development conference? This year, we are excited to share new opportunities to engage with our 1,400+ attendees, including: 

• Premier gathering, learning, dining, and exploration space: NAWBTown 
• Connection with national industry association leadership in the Career Zone 
• Small group conversations on issues important to your organization 
• Reserved office space for private meetings with attendees 
• Networking receptions, meals, and breaks to engage with attendees and workforce leaders 
• Marketing materials and giveaways to grow your brand and expand your reach with the workforce system 

All sponsors will receive logo placement and recognition (based on sponsorship level) on all Forum materials, website, and signage; promotion before, during, and after The Forum; and pre- and post-Forum attendee lists.

The following sponsorship packages can be further customized to meet the needs of your organization. 

PRESENTING SPONSOR: $200,000 

• Cobranding on signage, webpage, social media, etc., and recognition as “NAWB: The Forum, Presented by [Your Organization]” 
• Keynote speaking opportunity (30 minutes) with introduction by NAWB leadership 
• Ten (10) complimentary registrations and premium seating in all general sessions 
• One breakout session on the day of your choice 
• Dedicated Sponsor Zone in NAWBTown 
• Recognition in general session welcome remarks 
• One reception for 15 VIPs of your choice in the Presidential Suite 
• Choice of one premium branded item to be included in Forum tote bag 
• Opportunity to show one 90-second video in general session 
• Exclusive media opportunities 
• Pre- and post-Forum attendee lists 

PREMIER SPONSOR: $100,000 

• Sponsorship of a General Session keynote speaker, including meet and greet 
• Eight (8) complimentary registrations and premium seating in all general sessions 
• Choice of one premium branded item to be included in Forum tote bag 
• Dedicated Sponsor Zone in NAWBTown 
• Reserved room to hold private meetings 
• One evening reception (including food and beverage for up to 100 attendees) 
• Opportunity to show one 90-second video in general session 
• Recognition in remarks from NAWB leadership 
• Pre- and post-Forum attendee lists 

PLATINUM SPONSOR: $50,000 

• One breakout session, marked as sponsored, for topic/content of sponsor’s choice 
• Six (6) complimentary registrations and premium reserved seating in all general sessions 
• Five (5) time slots to reserve office space for private meetings with attendees 
• Dedicated Sponsor Zone in NAWBTown 
• Opportunity to show one 90-second video in general session 
• Choice of one branded item to be included in Forum tote bag 
• Pre- and post-Forum attendee lists 

GOLD SPONSOR: $30,000 

• Four (4) complimentary registrations and reserved seats in all general sessions 
• Three (3) time slots to reserve office space private meetings with attendees 
• Dedicated Sponsor Zone in NAWBTown 
• Pre- and post-Forum attendee lists 

SILVER SPONSOR: $15,000 

• Two (2) complimentary registration and reserved seats at all general sessions 
• One time slot to reserve office space private meetings with attendees 
• Company branding in NAWBTown 
• Pre- and post-Forum attendee lists 

LOCAL BUSINESS SUNDAY SPONSOR: $35,000 

• Exclusive logo sponsorship on umbrella in tote bag 
• Logo placement on vouchers and all program signage at participating businesses 
• Announcement of sponsorship during general session 
• Recognition of sponsorship among Gold sponsors in Forum signage, materials, and web site 
• Pre- and post-Forum attendee lists 

A LA CARTE SPONSORSHIP OFFERINGS 

Items below are available as standalone sponsorship opportunities or can be included with a package above for a reduced rate. 

• Have your item included in the Forum tote bag: $2,000 
• Co-branded Forum lanyard (one available): $3,000 SOLD!
• Co-branded Forum tote bags (one available):  $5,000 
• Small Office [three (3) chairs and table] for one day, available Sunday, March 30 or Monday March 31: $7,500 
• Column-wrap with logo/messaging: starting at $10,000 (price based on location) 
• Branded charging stations: $10,000 each [ten (10) available] 
• Table Talk (on Forum schedule/advertised) meeting in dedicated room for 20-25 people (no AV): $10,000 
• Exclusive sponsorship of networking coffee/snack break [five (5) available]: $25,000 
• General Session sponsorship, including meet and greet with keynote speaker [three (3) available]: $40,000 
• Welcome Reception: $75,000 

Ready to become a Forum sponsor? Contact Director, Business Development, Jay Gentry, or Vice President, Communications and Events, Stacy Heit, or fill out the form below.