2023 WIT Awards Sponsor Guide - Women in Technology

October 13, 2023 – Mercedes Benz Stadium

Sponsor Guide

We are delighted that you are joining us as a sponsor for WIT Awards this year! The following information provides valuable information to you as our sponsor and gives tips on how to be prepared.

Please read carefully, as it includes important deadlines for materials that will help us promote your involvement in this event. The ad specs for our program are of an unusual size so please plan early to resize any stock ads you may want to use. In this guide, you will find the following:

· Important Dates and Sponsorship Checklist

· Sponsor Material Guidelines

· Promotions, Media and Advertising Plan

· Event Information

We are excited about your participation in WIT Awards and thank you for being a Sponsor. Please let us know if we can be of further assistance. Thank you again for your support.

Sincerely,

Your WIT Team

WIT Contact Information

Sponsorship deliverable questions? – Contact Sandy Ali at events@mywit.org

Escalations and questions about the program? – Contact Tiffany Stewart at witevents@mywit.org

2023 Sponsor Benefits

Title

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Halo Board, Mega Column, Feather Board, Ribbon Banners and on stage screens during the program
Exclusive access to the new Garden Terraces that overlook the field with direct view access to the Halo Board during the VIP Reception. You will be able to invite registered guests to join you for networking during the VIP Reception.
- Branding opportunities on the TV monitors and in the Garden Terraces area
- The finalists will be invited to join you in your Garden Terrace for exclusive networking
- Have access to your very own bartender
- Only invited guests are able to enter into the Garden Terrace
Exclusive branding with WIT on the scarf that is displayed on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium Falcon
Be interviewed by WIT’s President & CEO with video being shared on our social media news channel
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Company advertisement in The Atlanta Journal Constitution that highlights our winners the day after the event
Ability to place up to 6 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Logo inclusion on the special WIT Award’s gift that is sent to each award finalist
Logo inclusion on TV monitors throughout the stadium
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 1,000+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
Inclusion in WIT’s press release along with company boilerplate and executive quote
Ability for your company executive to go on stage and announce the winner of WIT’s prestigious Woman of the Year in Technology Award
20 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line. This also provides incredible views of the Halo Board.
20 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Work with WIT on ensuring company sponsorship is maximized
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Presenting

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Feather Board, Mega Column, Ribbon Banners and on stage screens during the program
Exclusive access to the new Garden Terraces that overlook the field with direct view access to the Halo Board, Mega Column, Feather Board and Ribbon Banners during the VIP Reception. You will be able to invite registered guests to join you for networking during the VIP Reception.
- Branding opportunities on the TV monitors and in the Garden Terraces area
- Have access to your very own bartender
- Only invited guests are able to enter into the Garden Terrace
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Ability to place up to 4 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Logo inclusion on the special WIT Award’s gift that is sent to each award finalist
Logo inclusion on TV monitors in selected areas around the stadium
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 1,000+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
Inclusion in WIT’s press release along with company boilerplate and executive quote
Ability for your company executive to go on stage and announce the winner of WIT’s prestigious Woman To Watch Award
10 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line. This also provides incredible views of the Halo Board.
20 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Work with WIT on ensuring company sponsorship is maximized
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like

VIP

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Ability to place up to 4 company banners in the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line during VIP Reception
Ability to place up to 2 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Ability to show during the VIP Reception your company promotional videos (without sound) as well as company ads in the built-in LED screens and TV’s throughout the Delta Sky360 Club
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners and the Mega Column
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
Inclusion in WIT’s press release along with company boilerplate and executive quote
10 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Work with WIT on ensuring company sponsorship is maximized during the VIP Reception
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like

After Party

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Ability to place up to 4 company banners in the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line during After Party
Ability to place up to 2 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Ability to show during the After Party your company promotional videos (without sound) as well as company ads in the built-in LED screens and TVs throughout the Delta Sky360 Club
Logo displayed on DJ booth that will be in the Delta Sky360 Club during the After Party
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners and the Mega Column
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
Inclusion in WIT’s press release along with company boilerplate and executive quote
10 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Work with WIT on ensuring company sponsorship is maximized during the After Party
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Registration

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Ability to place up to 6 company banners in the Registration area
Ability to place up to 2 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners and the Mega Column
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Single Mothers’ Table

Be the exclusive sponsor for WIT’s Fall and Spring graduating classes to attend the 2023 WIT Awards Gala
Sponsor the Single Mother of the Year Finalists to attend WIT Awards with their special family guests
6 invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception for the Single Mother of the Year Finalists and their guests that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
Tickets for each graduate to attend WIT Awards Program
Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletter promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Ability to place up to 2 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5 x 78.5 in size)
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is place throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Post your open jobs on WIT’s job board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

10 tickets to attend the 2023 WIT Awards Gala as well as WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line

Awards Presenting

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Ability to place up to 2 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Ability for your company executive to go on stage and announce the winner of one of WIT’s prestigious Woman of the Year in STEAM categories
- Education, Arts, Math, Science, Engineering, Woman to Watch
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Finalist Gift

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Ability to place up to 1 company banners on the Mercedes-Benz Stadium field for further company promotion (31.5×78.5 in size)
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Full-Page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Logo inclusion on the special WIT Award’s gift that is sent to each award finalist
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

VIP Correspondent

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company listed in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to place up to 1 company banner at the VIP Red Carpet
Company logo will be displayed on recorded VIP video interviews that will be shared on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line. This also provides incredible views of the Halo Board.
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Gold

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 210k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Logo inclusion on WIT’s special 30-year anniversary T-Shirt that will be given out at the event
Full page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Spirits

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
10 Invitations to exclusive VIP networking reception and WIT Awards Event
Half Page Company advertisement in event program book
Company advertisement throughout the event, social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Ability to provide banners for promotion (provided by company)
Logo on Branded Lamps at Bar
Logo on signage
Company marketing on all digital displays available to WIT at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Photo Booth

Logo listed on signage as “Photo Booth Sponsor”
Logo appears on pictures that attendees take
Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Logo listed in Program Book
Sponsor video to appear on LinkedIn (Video must focus on “Why” WIT Awards is important to your company and can highlight how your organization empowers women) (1minute or less)
5 Invitations to exclusive VIP networking reception
10 WIT Awards General Admission Tickets
Post your open jobs to WIT’s Jobs Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Tunnel

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Logo displayed throughout the Tunnel that is the general admission main entrance onto the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Half page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Live Event Social Media

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company logo displayed on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium where live social media posts will be displayed
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Half page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Logo on Major WOTY Social Media Postings
2 posting pre-event 3 during and 1 post event
Company listed in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
5 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Partner

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company advertisement on the state-of-the-art technology at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium to include your company logo displayed on the Ribbon Banners
Company advertisement on social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Logo on other signage that is placed throughout the 70,000 square foot Mercedes-Benz Stadium field
Half page company advertisement in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Ability to give out company marketing collateral/gift distribution to all attendees at the event
4 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Hydration

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Logo on branded koozies that will be placed on water bottles. The water bottles will be offered to all guests that are leaving the event or attending the After Party.
Company advertisement on email, website, etc. (email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Company listed in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
2 Invitations to WIT’s exclusive VIP networking reception that will be held at the premier Delta Sky360 Club on the 50-yard line
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Table

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Company listed in event program book that is given to 900+ technology guests
Company advertisement on email, website, etc. (email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
10 Tickets to the WIT Awards Program Main Event Only (please ask to learn more about VIP Access)
Post your open jobs on WIT’s Job Board
- Ability to post as many jobs as you would like for 12 months

Girl of the Year

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Full Page Company advertisement in event program book
Company advertisement through banners, throughout the event, social media, email, website, etc.
Company description boilerplate in press releases
Ability for your company executive to go on stage and announce the winner of the Girl of the Year Award.

Campus Club of the Year

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Full Page Company advertisement in event program book
Company advertisement through banners, throughout the event, social media, email, website, etc.
Company description boilerplate in press releases
Ability for your company executive to go on stage and announce the winner of the Campus Club of the Year Award.

Single Mother of the Year Award

Inclusion in all WIT eNewsletters promoting event
Logo & link to company website from WIT website
Full Page Company advertisement in event program book
- SMOTY
Company advertisement throughout the event, social media, email, website, etc. (Social media outreach just on LinkedIn alone is 240k+, email blasts to our 50k members, website, etc.)
Ability for your company executive to go on stage and announce the winner of the Single Mother of the Year Award.

Important Dates & Sponsorship Checklist

There are several key dates that sponsors should be aware of to get the most out of their sponsorship package. It may be helpful to download this checklist using the link below of the Sponsorship Communication Guide as a reminder of approaching dates and deadlines.

Date	Action Items / Deliverables	Completed?
August 17th	Logo in EPS file format Logo in Hi-Res format Link to company website	Y / N
August 31st	Ad submissions due Please see individual ad specs below per level	Y / N
September 22nd	Guest list due for sponsorship table(s) Deadline for VIP Guests due	Y / N
October 13th	WIT Awards @ Mercedes Benz Stadium		Download Checklist

Registering Your Guests

As a Sponsor you will receive an allotted amount of tickets for the main event as well as the VIP reception. Each sponsor lead will receive an email from GiveSmart to assign your attendees. Each lead will enter their information and then create a log in for GiveSmart. We will send reminders to add registrants as the event gets closer and this will allow you to update your table attendees as needed up until September 22nd.

You will not be able to make changes after September 22nd online. After September 22nd, a registered guest that is no longer able to make the event may replace himself/herself. The new registrant that is replacing a previously registered guest will have to know who he/she is replacing then email events@mywit.org so we can ensure they get the information for the event.

If you have any questions or issues completing registration, please contact Sandy Ali at events@mywit.org.

2023 WIT AWARDS REGISTRATION

Sponsor Material Guidelines and Ad Specifications

LOGO: IF NOT PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED, DUE IMMEDIATELY

Please provide a high-resolution copy of your company logo in both of the following formats:

.EPS (Vector) — Color
.AI — Hi-Res Color

Note: Logos cannot be pulled from websites or embedded in word documents or emails. If you have additional questions about the logo formats, please do not hesitate to contact us at events@mywit.org. Logos that are of poor resolution that do not conform to these guidelines may appear pixelated, grainy or blurry in printed materials.

LINK TO COMPANY WEBSITE: IF NOT PREVIOUSLY SUBMITTED, DUE IMMEDIATELY

A link to your company’s website will be included in various communications on WIT’s website and can also be included in our mobile bidding technology. If you have a women’s affinity group, consider providing a link to that rather than your homepage, as that will be of interest to our audience.

ADVERTISING MATERIALS FOR EVENT PROGRAM: Monday, August 31, 2023

Sponsors receive advertisement space in the event program as part of the sponsorship package. The specifications for the ads are STANDARD-SIZED ads and are as follows:

Trim and bleed sizing for your advertisement can be found below.
Advertisements must be submitted electronically in the following acceptable format:

High-Resolution PDF (CMYK)
- Half Page Ad
  
  Trim: 7.5 x 3.625
- Full Page Ad Trim: 7.5 x 7.5
- Full Page w/ Bleed
  
  Trim: 8.5 x 8.5
  
  Bleed: 9 x 9
Please do not place a black rule around your advertisement. Anything outside the trim size is considered bleed and will be cut off.
Please leave a live area margin of .25” from all edges. Information in that area may run the risk of getting cut off.

All materials must be submitted no later than COB Monday, August 31st to Sandy Ali: e-mail: events@mywit.org.

Promotions, Media, & Advertising Plan

UPCOMING PROMOTIONS, MEDIA AND ADVERTISING SCHEDULE

WIT, through its media and trade partnerships, has a comprehensive advertising and media plan designed to meet the following objectives:

· Promote WIT Awards

· Promote Sponsors

· Secure quality attendance at the event through ticket and table sales

EMAIL CAMPAIGNS

WIT has built a solid opt-in email list of interested individuals and members who wish to receive regular communications. In addition to regular features in WIT’s monthly newsletter, several email campaigns will be issued during the promotional period in conjunction with key press releases. Confirmed event sponsors (with agreement and monies paid) will be recognized in all of these communications.

WIT WEBSITE AND SOCIAL MEDIA OUTLETS

WIT will actively promote WIT Awards and highlight sponsors on its website as well as its social media outlets, including Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn (join our group: ‘Women in Technology’). If your organization has social media accounts, please provide that information to events@mywit.org. All organizations that provide this information will benefit from recognition on WIT’s Twitter account leading up to the event.

SPONSOR PROMOTIONS OF WIT AWARDS

As an event sponsor, we have included the event logo and URL (https://witawards2023.givesmart.com) you can use to promote the event. We encourage you to promote the event and your involvement to increase visibility and encourage increased attendance.

Download Event Logo

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