SPONSORSHIP

There are many sponsorship opportunities available to solution providers looking to connect with retail CMOs, strategists, technology visionaries, brand evangelists in the digital and brick and mortar disciplines.

For more information about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lisa Marzetti by email or by phone at 202-626-8136.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Sponsor	$25,000 +
Gold Sponsor	$17,500 - $25,000
Silver Sponsor	$10,000 - $17,500
Bronze Sponsor	under $10,000

Content Sponsorship Packages:

Content sponsor addresses the entire conference during a 30 minute general session that is held with no competing events. Partner will work with NRF staff in the development of the content which must include a retailer as a presenter.

SOLD! Main Stage Session Sponsor (4 available)

Benefits include:

Recognized as sponsor of the entire event and receives access to entire event
Receive logo recognition on the conference website and as a direct link to sponsor’s website on marketing pieces, on-site sponsor signage and on welcome screens in the main session room.
Logo and write up in On-site Program Guide
Sponsor may send up to 3 senior level executives to the conference, including the Racie Awards Dinner.
Sponsor receives one reserved table to the Racie Awards Dinner
Content partner will have access to the Post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

SOLD! Overall Conference Partnership Package
(quantities limited)

Benefits include:

Recognized as sponsor of the entire event and receives access to entire event
Host a non-competing roundtable; topic determined with NRF
Receive logo recognition on the conference website and as a direct link to sponsor’s website on marketing pieces, on-site sponsor signage.
Logo and write up in On-site Program Guide
Sponsor may send up to 1 senior level executives to the conference, including the Racie awards dinner.
Overall conference partner will have access to the Post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
Ad in the Program Guide
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

SOLD! Opening Reception Sponsor (Tuesday evening)

Benefits include:

Signage and verbal recognition at the event
Napkins with company logo at food stations and bars
Ability to distribute “party favors” during the reception
Recognized as a sponsor of the entire event
Logo and write up in On-site Program Guide
2 Senior Executives receive access to the entire event, including the Racie Awards Dinner.
Logo recognition on the conference website, marketing brochure and on-site signage.
Access to the Post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

SOLD! Racie Pre-Party

Sponsor the celebration/reception that takes place right before the Racie Awards Dinner. Attendees will come for an early to network, relax and have a drink before the awards dinner begins.

Benefits include:

Signage and verbal recognition at the event
Napkins with company logo at food stations and bars
Company logo GOBO in reception area
Specialty drink developed named after the sponsor, if desired
Ability to distribute “party favors” during the reception
Recognized as a sponsor of the entire event
Logo and write up in On-site Program Guide
2 Senior Executives receive access to the entire conference, including the Racie Awards Dinner.
Logo recognition on the conference website, marketing brochure and on-site signage.
Access to the Post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

SOLD! Racie Dinner

Sponsor the overall dinner where attendees are treated to a formal dinner and fun ceremony including award winning clips and videos of our favorite marketing campaigns.

Benefits include:

Signage and verbal recognition at the event
Napkins with company logo at food stations and bars
Special welcome screen as attendees enter recognizing the sponsor with audio announcement during the dinner
Printed menus to include company logo as dinner sponsor
Ability to distribute "party favors" handed out as people come into the room or leave to dinner (can be placed at each setting if desired).
Recognized as a sponsor of the entire event
Logo and write up in On-site Program Guide
3 Senior Executives receive access to the entire event to include the Racie Awards dinner.
Sponsor receives one reserved table to the Racie Awards Dinner
Logo recognition on the conference website, marketing brochure and on-site signage.
Access to the Post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

SOLD! Interactive Voting at Racie Awards Dinner

Sponsor the voting devices which are used throughout the dinner for audience involvement and fun.

Benefits include:

Logo on voting unit
Logo recognition on screen each time summary of votes is displayed
Recognition as sponsor in event signage
Logo recognition in Program Guide
Mention by dinner host during voting segments
Sponsors may send 2 senior executive to the event
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

SOLD! MingleStick360 Sponsorship

New networking technology for attendees and exhibitors is coming to our upcoming event - its called the MingleStick! The MingleStick represents real life social networking with an electronic business card. With the click of a button, connect with hundreds of people then upload your mingle connections online whereby you can view contact information AND profile pictures. This facial recognition helps recall your conversations at the tradeshow! The MingleStick is simple to use (its a one-button device) yet an extremely powerful networking tool. Get ready to mingle!!

SOLD! Innovation Zone Demo

The innovation station is an area of the event where sponsors can showcase solutions to specific retailer challenges showcasing integrated solutions and retail case studies. This captivating must-see demo area will be situated where all food functions and networking receptions will occur. Each application is exclusive and must be approved by NRF. Sponsors may send 1 senior executive to the event. As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration.

For companies participating in the Innovation Station at Retail’s BIG Show	$5,000
For companies not participating in the Innovation Station at Retail’s BIG Show	$10,000

SOLD! Computer Pod Exhibit

Sponsor will be one of ten computer pod exhibits which are located in the dining area and session room.

Benefits include:

Computer Pod
Computer Monitor
Signage for Computer Pod
Electric for Computer Pod
Logo and sponsorship recognition in the pre-show marketing materials, within the on-site program guide and on-site signage, and on event web site
50-word company description in the on-site program guide
Registration for 1 senior-level executive for event to include the Racie Awards Dinner
Access to post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
As an NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration.

Other Branding Sponsorships available include:

SOLD! Meal Function Sponsorship Package
SOLD! Innovation Zone Sponsorship Package
SOLD! Hotel Key Cards (call for details)
SOLD! WiFi sponsor (call for details)

Other Sponsorships available include:
Room Drop (Wednesday only)	$12,500 each
SOLD! Lanyards	$12,500 each
Conference Badge
SOLD! Notepad and pen
Program Guide (ad on back cover)	$12,500 each
Registration Gift bag	$12,500 each
Water Bottle sponsors	$12,500 each

These Branding Sponsorships include:

Recognized as a sponsor of the entire event and receives access to entire event
Logo on appropriate signage at sponsored event or on sponsored materials (depending on sponsorship).
Receive logo recognition on the conference website and as a direct link to sponsor’s website, on marketing pieces, on-site sponsor signage.
Logo and write up in On-site Program Guide
Sponsor may send 1 senior level executive to the conference, including the Racie Awards Dinner.
Branding Sponsor will have access to the Post-show attendee list for follow-up purposes. List will only consist of those who opted-in to receive information from suppliers.
As a NRF/Shop.org member benefit you receive one additional complimentary registration

For more information, contact Lisa Marzetti by email or by phone at 202-626-8136.