Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Keynote Speaker Sponsor
$32,000
Invite attendees to attend the most anticipated session of the event. Your brand is highlighted as a leader in workforce transformation, reaching every participant at this high-visibility moment.
What's Included in This Package:
- Logo displayed on screen during keynote sessions.
- Verbal sponsor recognition from the stage.
- Option for branded seat drops (provided by sponsor).
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Innovation Breakout Session Sponsor
$20,000
Position your company's innovative culture through an interactive workshop on how to build a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and innovation. Session will be in partnership with innovation expert Stephen Shapiro, allowing your brand to shine as a spotlight and be reinforced by innovation constructs highlighted in his books and teachings. This session leverages the wisdom of Linkage faculty members while spotlighting your brand, ultimately shaping meaningful conversations with attendees.
What's Included in This Package:
- Spotlight on your organization's culture of innovation.
- Opportunity to upload supporting PDF materials (from sponsor) on innovation for pre-event access by all Linkage Leadership Institute attendees.
- Sponsor's logo display on the session room screen throughout the presentation.
- Session listed in the Linkage Leadership Institute agenda and event app with logo.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 2 of 2 Available
Breakout Session Sponsor
$16,000
Position your experts at the center of a live breakout session tied to critical leadership behaviors that drive results. This session allows sponsors to step in alongside Linkage facilitators to serve as case studies, leading examples of these principles, and storytellers who help illustrate real-life application of leadership principles. This opportunity highlights not just one's organization, but also its culture and values through meaningful interaction with attendees.
What's Included in This Package:
- Stage time alongside Linkage facilitator to complement learning through illustration, storytelling, etc.
- Sponsor's logo displayed on the session room screen throughout the presentation.
- Session listed in the Linkage Leadership Institute agenda and event app with logo.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Leadership Panelist Breakout Sponsor
$12,000
Show your support for building top-performing talent by participating in an executive-level panel moderated by the CEO of SHRM Linkage, Tracey Walker. Connect your brand with voices who are defining the future of leadership development.
What's Included in This Package:
- One (1) participant from your organization will participate in a panel alongside no more than 2 other leaders, representing your brand and sharing insights from one's personal journey.
- Opportunity to create thought leadership piece (on developing talent or other leadership topic, highlighting brand sponsor) to be published through Linkage marketing channels.
- Opportunity for one of your talent or L&D leaders to serve as guest on a 30-minute moderated virtual conversation on leadership hosted by Linkage CEO, following the event, to be published across Linkage marketing channels.
- Sponsor's logo displayed on the session room screen throughout the presentation.
- Session listed in the Linkage Leadership Institute agenda and event app with logo.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Networking Reception Sponsor
$21,000
Launch the event on a high note by sponsoring the networking reception. Your brand is part of the celebration and lasting memories.
What's Included in This Package:
- Exclusive naming rights: "Linkage Leadership Institute Networking Reception, Presented by [Sponsor]".
- Branded items including cocktail napkins, with option to create a signature drink.
- Onsite signage recognizing your sponsorship with opportunities for sponsor-provided QR code for lead generation.
- Sponsor recognition in pre-event emails, the event app, and on-site signage.
- Dedicated table during the reception to showcase your offerings.
- Opportunity to provide three (3) minutes of opening remarks at the reception.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Reusable Water Bottles
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Show your commitment to sustainability by sponsoring reusable water bottles for all attendees. Your brand will be seen throughout the event as participants stay refreshed and reduce waste, making a positive impact on the HR community.
What's Included in This Package:
- Sponsor's logo branded (alongside SHRM Linkage) on refillable water bottle, distributed to all attendees.
- Sponsor recognition on on-site signage, pre-event emails, the attendee portal online, and in the event app.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Limited Availability
Morning Yoga Session
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Start the day by supporting wellness for all attendees. Sponsor the Morning Yoga Session and connect your brand with HR professionals as they enjoy a relaxing, inclusive activity that encourages healthy habits and positive energy.
What's Included in This Package:
- Sponsor recognition as the Morning Yoga Session sponsor on on-site signage, pre-event emails, the attendee portal online, and in the event app.
- Opportunity for sponsor to provide a brief welcome message before the session begins.
- Sponsor logo displayed on yoga mats or participant materials, if applicable.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 3 of 3 Available
Event Email Banner Ads
$5,500
Promote your brand to every registered Linkage Leadership Institute attendee with a banner ad in official event emails. Choose the timing that best fits your goals.
What's Included in This Package:
- Sponsor-provided banner ad placed within the body of SHRM event emails sent to all registered Linkage Leadership Institute attendees.
- Banner includes a clickable link directing recipients to a sponsor-designated URL.
- Available in pre-event email sends or post-event follow-up email sends.
- Sponsor provides finalized creative sized to SHRM specifications.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Limited Availability
Daily Social Media Prize Sponsor
$5,300
Boost your digital presence with daily prize giveaways promoted to all attendees. Your brand is highlighted across event social channels.
What's Included in This Package:
- Brand mention on official social media.
- Post-event analytics report.
- Opportunity to include a prize.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 6 of 6 Available
Push Notifications
$1,500
Reach attendees instantly with a push notification sent through the event app. Share important updates, promote your booth, or highlight a special offer — your message will be delivered directly to every app user at the time you choose.
What's Included in This Package:
- Sponsor will provide a message up to 120 characters, with the option to include a clickable link.
- Delivery timing will be coordinated with SHRM to ensure maximum visibility and relevance.
- Message will be sent to all Linkage Leadership Institute event app users.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Registration Sponsor
$22,000
Welcome attendees to Linkage Leadership Institute by putting your brand front and center at registration. Make a strong first impression as every participant sees your company's message the moment they arrive and check in for the event.
What's Included in This Package:
- Sponsor recognition as the exclusive Registration Sponsor on all registration area signage, including the main registration backwall.
- Sponsor logo and/or message displayed on digital and printed materials at the registration area.
- Opportunity to provide branded giveaways or materials at the registration desk (subject to SHRM approval).
- Sponsor recognition in pre-event emails, the attendee portal online, and in the event app.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Badge & Lanyard Sponsor
$15,000
Brand the one item every Linkage Leadership Institute attendee is required to wear for all three days — in every session, every conversation, and every networking moment across the entire event. Badges and lanyards are the highest-frequency brand impression in the building, and they require zero activation from your team.
What's Included in This Package:
- Exclusive sponsor logo printed on all Linkage Leadership Institute event badges.
- Exclusive sponsor logo on all event lanyards distributed to all attendees.
- Sponsor recognition in the badge confirmation email sent to all registered attendees.
- Branding, promotion and more.
Availability: 1 of 1 Available
Mobile App Sponsor
$11,000
Put your brand front and center for every attendee. As the exclusive app sponsor, your logo and message greet users each time they open the event app, making your company the first thing they see, every day.
What's Included in This Package:
- Exclusive sponsor logo on the app splash screen and welcome page.
- Sponsor logo displayed upon opening the app and banner featured throughout the schedule view.
- "Powered by [Sponsor]" recognition in the event app and attendee portal.
- Sponsor recognition in pre-event emails.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
Limited Availability
Attendee Giveaway Sponsor
$3,500
Place your brand directly in attendees' hands with a co-branded giveaway item. This is a lasting way to build awareness and engagement.
What's Included in This Package:
- Co-branded item distributed to attendees. Sponsor responsible for production, shipping, material handling, and distribution.
- Branding, promotion, and more.
