Dec 2-4, 2026  •  Morial Convention Center  •  New Orleans, LA

Conference Track Sponsorships

At a Glance: Tier Comparison

Track sponsorships are designed for companies that want to be recognized as thought leaders. Sponsors gain access to the program in a meaningful way, with the level of involvement scaled to their investment. In all cases, Diversified retains editorial control over topics, speakers, and session structure.

Silver

$2,500
Track branding (signage & agenda)
Logo on digital promotions
Speaking role
Marketing materials in track classrooms
Input on track programming
Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Gold

$3,000
Track branding (signage & agenda)
Logo on digital promotions
Speaking role
Marketing materials in track classrooms
Input on track programming
Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Custom Pricing

Platinum

$5,000
Track branding (signage & agenda)
Logo on digital promotions
Speaking role
Marketing materials in track classrooms
Input on track programming
Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Custom Pricing

SILVER  |  $2,500
Brand visibility within a defined content track.
(3) opportunities available.

Positioning

Track supporter — brand recognition within a defined content area

Speaking

None

Deliverables

• Company logo on all track signage at the event
• Company logo listed alongside the track title in the digital agenda
• Brand recognition in digital promotions featuring the track
• Acknowledgment in event materials as a Track Supporter

Program Input

None

Restrictions

Sponsor may not direct, request, or influence program content or speakers. Sponsor does not receive a panelist spot on any session.

GOLD  |  $3,000
A speaking role within a track session.
(3) opportunities available.

Positioning

Track contributor — recognized as an active participant in program content

Speaking Opportunity

• Panelist in (1) track session within the classroom

Deliverables

• All Silver branding benefits
• One (1) panelist role within a classroom track session (see Speaking Role Notes)
• Speaker listed in agenda, signage and pre-event promotions

Speaker Role Notes & Restrictions

Sponsor can give preference on the classroom session that their panelist would like to speak on, but program team reserves the right to adjust based on session needs. 

Sponsor may not select, approve, or block other speakers — including in other sessions within the same track. Sponsor does not have input into the session content.

 

PLATINUM  |  $5,000
A speaking role and strategic input on track development.
Exclusive Opportunity.

Positioning

Presenting Sponsor of selected track — the highest recognition available for a single track and the exclusive sponsor of a single track

Speaking Opportunity

• Panelist or Moderator in a track session in the classroom

Deliverables

• All Silver branding benefits, with ‘Presented by [Company]’ designation in the agenda and on signage
• One (1) speaking role within the sponsored track
• Ability to place company marketing materials in the session room
• Speaker listed in agenda, event app, and pre-event promotional content

Speaker Role Notes & Restrictions

Sponsor can give preference on the classroom session that their panelist or moderator would like to speak on, but program team reserves the right to adjust based on session needs. 

Sponsor may not select, approve, or block other speakers — including in other sessions within the same track.

 

ADD-ON OPTION  |  Publication Coverage

Available at Gold and Platinum levels, this optional add-on extends the sponsor’s reach beyond the show floor and into the pages of WorkBoat. Custom pricing available upon request.

CLASSROOM TRACKS

Shipbuilding & Repair | Passenger Vessels/Ferries | Government/Military |  Tugs/Towboats/Barges