Sponsorship Marketing Association

The Sponsorship Excellence Awards honor the outstanding accomplishments of game-changers who are revolutionizing the world of sponsorship. More than ever before, we are witnessing the powerful impact of sponsorship. We are honoring those who have inspired us and recognize the accomplishments of sponsorship marketers who are leading the way. Nominations will be accepted until September 13, 2024. For a full list of awards, a look at our Selection Jury – rockstars comprised of a distinguished group of industry leaders with extensive experience in sponsorship, activation, and strategic partnerships – and to submit a nomination, click the link: https://lnkd.in/g4P3dwMf Then, if you haven't already, register to see the awards in person during the Sponsorship Mastery Summit, Oct. 2-4 in Chicago: https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA We'll see you there!

🎉 Get ready to have a blast! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Navigate will be sponsoring Happy Hour at the Sponsorship Mastery Summit, happening October 2-4 in Chicago! If you know the Navigate team, you know they bring the fun wherever they go. It’s not a party until Navigate arrives, so we couldn’t think of a better sponsor for our Wednesday night Happy Hour. 🥂 Join us for an evening of great conversations, connections, and, of course, lots of fun! Don’t miss out on the excitement—see you there! Registration ends Sept. 13, don't wait to reserve your spot: https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA #SponsorshipMasterySummit #Navigate #HappyHour #Networking #ChicagoEvents

Get Ready for a not-to-be-missed discussion at the Sponsorship Mastery Summit, Oct. 2-4 in Chicago! Hear the best practices, leadership philosophies and winning strategies from sponsorship trailblazers: Jeff Hansen, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Microsoft Tony Wells, former Verizon Chief Media Officer & 4X CMO Charece Williams Gee, VP at The Coca-Cola Company Michael McCann, former Amazon Head of Global Partnerships 🗓️ Sponsorship Mastery Summit 📍 Chicago 📅 October 2-4 ⏰ Register now — Registration closes September 13. Secure your spot today at the nation’s only industry-wide sponsorship marketing conference! https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA This is a unique opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from some of the top minds in the industry! #SMS24 #MarketingConference #BrandPanel #IndustryLeaders #ChicagoEvent #Sponsorship #SponsorshipMarketing #Partnerships

Don't forget to join us on Wednesday (Aug. 28) at 11 a.m. PST, because Amy C Potter of North American Sponsorships at BMO, is joining us for our August webinar: "A Sponsorship Brand Marketer's Advice." Drawing from her experience reviewing hundreds of proposals, Amy will share impactful observations on the dos and don’ts of successful partnerships – from beginning to end. Discover common pitfalls to avoid and learn strategies and tactics to stand out from the crowd. This event is FREE for members and $99 for non-members. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity! Register: https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA #SponsorshipMarketing #MarketingStrategy #BMO #IndustryInsights #Sponsorship

"Experiential moments certainly have their own media. There's a ton of PR and buzz around something at big as SXSW. There's social channels, video channels, and digital platforms that allow for reach and connection to customers." - Brian Szejka, Rolling Stone's Publisher & EVP Global Partnerships. When it comes to behind-the-scenes details of best-in-class partnerships, SXSW's work with Rolling Stone is a beacon of sponsorship excellence. We are thrilled that Brian and Peter Lewis, SXSW's Chief Partnerships Officer, are speaking at the Summit this year. In our latest 7in7, Peter and Brian provide a sneak peek into what they'll share during their Summit session. Watch the full episode: https://lnkd.in/g_3E4e46 Then register and join us in Chicago, Oct. 2-4. https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA

We cant wait to see Ashley (Pina) Geus at the Summit! Have you registered yet? https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA

We're thrilled to announce SaffireTix, powered by Saffire, LLC, is a sponsor of the Sponsorship Mastery Summit, happening October 2-4! Register today! https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA

Congrats to the Seattle Sports Commission, an SMA Member, on a great event. Kudos to Beth Knox and Pamela Quadros, MBA. We can't wait to see you in Chicago, Oct. 2-4! Make sure you register for this year's Summit and connect with Beth and Pamela! https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA

"As our organization’s new point of contact for SMA, I am excited to attend the Summit for the first time this October. I can’t wait to meet other members, learn best practices, create new relationships, and take back tons of new ideas that I can implement in my projects at Visit Milwaukee." - Bryan Kubel, Senior Partnerships Manager, Visit Milwaukee. Who is joining Bryan in Chicago, Oct. 2-4 for the Sponsorship Mastery Summit? Click the link to get to know more about Bryan, this week's featured SMA member: https://lnkd.in/gD5Rt5H2 Then register for the Summit: https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA

📅 Mark your calendars for August 28 at 11 a.m. PST, because Amy C Potter of North American Sponsorships at BMO, is joining us for our August webinar: "A Sponsorship Brand Marketer's Advice." Drawing from her experience reviewing hundreds of proposals, Amy will share impactful observations on the dos and don’ts of successful partnerships – from beginning to end. Discover common pitfalls to avoid and learn strategies and tactics to stand out from the crowd. This event is FREE for members and $99 for non-members. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity! Register: https://lnkd.in/g7gZu9VA #SponsorshipMarketing #MarketingStrategy #BMO #IndustryInsights #SponsorshipTips