Sponsors

As noted above, sponsors provide support for the conference by donating refreshments, prizes for the programming contest, door prizes, and other materials such as pad of paper, pens, bags, etc. The Local Sponsors Chair is responsible for soliciting these donations. The Local Sponsor Chair should coordinate with the Programming Contest Director to ensure there are adequate prizes for the contest.

Most large organizations see this as advertising and good public relations so don’t be shy.

The conference Web site provides demographics about conference attendees. Show these to potential sponsors. Point out that about one hundred college students will be attending, too. Many companies want to market to adults in the southeast or to college students. Let them know that their contributions will be acknowledged in the program and on the Web site.
It is extremely important that sponsors feel appreciated. Be sure to list them on the website, list them in the program, and send them a personal note after the conference thanking them.

Deadline: 30 days before the conference.
Suggested starting date: 180 days before the conference.

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