Partner with Us at the NCMPR District 1 Conference!
Get your brand in front of the brightest minds in marketing and public relations at community and technical colleges across the Northeast. The NCMPR District 1 Conference in Pittsburgh is your chance to connect, engage, and make a lasting impact with industry leaders and decision-makers who are shaping the future of higher ed communications.
The Steel City isn’t just our host, it’s our energy. We’re gathering in the heart of Pittsburgh, where innovation meets grit and every bridge leads to new opportunities. With a variety of sponsorship levels, you can choose the one that aligns with your goals and puts your brand in front of the people who matter most.
From pierogis to public relations, this is where ideas spark, connections grow, and stories get shared. Join us for an unforgettable conference surrounded by skyline views, world-class culture, and that unmistakable black-and-gold pride. This fall, your brand belongs in the ‘Burgh.
Why Partner With Us?
- Engage with Decision-Makers: This conference attracts key influencers from nearly 100 colleges across the U.S. and Canada.
- Boost Your Brand Visibility: Get noticed with prominent signage, ads in the conference program, and shoutouts throughout the event.
- Direct Access to Attendees: Connect with attendees through exhibitor spaces, networking events, and direct email outreach before and after the conference.
- Tailored Partnership Opportunities: Choose from a variety of partnership levels to fit your needs and budget.
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Partnership Levels
Explore our partnership opportunities designed to maximize your brand’s exposure. Click on each level to learn more:
Steel City Champion - $4,000
- Opportunity to present a breakout session or workshop at the conference. (topic to be approved by the conference planning committee)
- Introduce your company to attendees at the opening and closing sessions
- Air a 15-30 second promotional video at the opening and closing sessions
- Special company acknowledgement from the D1 Director at the conference
- Public recognition at the opening and closing sessions and throughout the conference
- Premier Exhibitor Location
- Contact list of conference attendees provided post-event
- E-blast sent to all members before the conference with website link
- NCMPR District 1 social media post on Facebook and Instagram
- Opportunity to place a company banner or other prominent signage at conference registration
- Logo and social media tag featured on the post of the day on NCMPR District 1 Instagram page
- District 1 conference registration for TWO company representatives, including Awards dinner. Please note: this sponsorship does not include Opening Night reception or New Members Mixer
- The opportunity to give 2 webinars throughout the year for D1 members
Pimanti's Plate (Awards Dinner) - $3,000 * Plus drink tickets
- Collaborate with the venue to create (and pay for) a signature drink for the Awards reception and provide drink ticket(s) for attendees
- Provide a takeaway or treat at each table during the Awards dinner
- Admission to the Medallions/Awards of Excellence dinner for two representatives
- Place a company banner at the Awards reception or dinner – Public recognition at the Awards dinner with an opportunity to give a toast – Premier exhibitor location
- Post-event contact list of attendees
- Pre-event e-blast with your website link
- Includes full conference exhibitor booth
- Logo and social media tag featured on the story of the day on Instagram
- District 1 conference registration for Two company representatives, not including New Members Mixer or Opening Night Reception.
Pierogi & Pints (Opening Night Reception) - $2,000 * Plus drink tickets
- Opportunity to provide a takeaway, treat or promo items to Opening Night reception attendees
- Work with the location to create (and pay for) a signature drink for the Opening Night reception and provide drink ticket(s) for attendees
- Admission to the Opening Night Reception for two company representatives (not open to any other vendors)
- Public recognition at the Opening Night Reception with an opportunity to provide a toast or greeting
- Public recognition at the opening and closing sessions
- Exhibitor space including special sponsor designation
- Contact list of conference attendees provided post-event
- E-blast to all members before the conference with website link
- District 1 conference registration for Two company representatives, not including Awards Dinner or New Members Mixer.
Yinz Welcome (New Members Mixer) - $1,000 * Plus drink tickets
- Opportunity to provide a takeaway, treat or promo items to New Members (members who’ve joined in the past 3 years) Mixer reception attendees
- Work with the location to create (and pay for) a signature drink for the new Member Mixer and provide drink ticket(s) for attendees
- Admission to the New Member Mixer for two company representatives (not open to any other vendors)
- Public recognition at the New Member Mixer with an opportunity to provide a toast or greeting
- Public recognition at the opening and closing sessions
- Exhibitor space including special sponsor designation
- Contact list of conference attendees provided post-event
- E-blast to all members before the conference with website link
- District 1 conference registration for Two company representatives, not including Awards Dinner, or Opening Night Reception.
Point Power (Tech/AV) - $2,500
- Opportunity to place a company-branded screensaver, displayed in all presentation rooms
- Opportunity to place a company-branded screensaver displayed in all meal locations
- Public recognition at the opening and closing sessions
- Exhibitor space including special sponsor designation
- Contact list of conference attendees provided post-event
- E-blast to all members before the conference with website link
- District 1 conference registration for ONE company representative, not including Awards dinner, New Members Mixer, or Opening Night Reception.
Breakroom at the Burgh Snack Break - $1,000
- Opportunity to place a company banner at the break location
- Opportunity to display literature, or provide giveaways to attendees
- Contact list of conference attendees provided post-event
- E-blast to all members before the conference with website link
Welcome to the 'Burgh Registration Table - $1,000
- Opportunity to place a company banner at Registration
- Opportunity to display literature, or provide giveaways to attendees
- Contact list of conference attendees provided post-event
- E-blast to all members before the conference with website link
Exhibitor - $800
- One table-top display (6-foot skirted table). Displays must fit on or behind table.
- NCMPR-sponsored email to conference attendees before the conference with a list of exhibitors and a link to their company websites.
- Digital list of conference attendees provided post-event.
- Conference registration for one company representative with access to conference sessions and the Thursday, October 24th breakfast and snack break and October 25th Breakfast. Note: The New Members Mixer, Opening Night Reception, Awards Dinner, and Friday lunch meals are not included.