Groundbreakers Stage Sponsorship | International WorkBoat Show

Put Your Brand at the Center of the Conversation

The Groundbreakers Stage sponsorship opportunity is 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.

Tier Comparison

Stage branding (signage & agenda)

Logo on digital promotions

Speaking role

Marketing materials at stage

Input into programming

Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Silver

$2,500

Stage branding (signage & agenda)

Logo on digital promotions

Speaking role

Marketing materials at stage

Input into programming

Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Gold

$3,000

Stage branding (signage & agenda)

Logo on digital promotions

Speaking role

Marketing materials at stage

Input into programming

Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Custom Pricing

Platinum

$5,000

Stage branding (signage & agenda)

Logo on digital promotions

Speaking role

Marketing materials at stage

Input into programming

Optional: Publication coverage add-on

Custom Pricing

SILVER \| $2,500 Brand visibility at the stage (3) opportunities available.
Positioning	Stage supporter — brand recognition within a defined content area
Speaking	None
Deliverables	• Company logo on all signage at the event • Company logo listed alongside the stage in the digital agenda • Brand recognition in digital promotions featuring the stage • Acknowledgment in event materials as a stage 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 stage session. (3) opportunities available.
Positioning	Content contributor — recognized as an active participant in program content
Speaking Opportunity	• Panelist in (1) session on the stage
Deliverables	• All Silver branding benefits • One (1) panelist role within a stage session (see Speaking Role Notes) • Speaker listed in agenda, signage and pre-event promotions
Speaker Role Notes & Restrictions	Sponsor can give preference on the stage 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 from presenting on the same. Sponsor does not have input into the session content.

PLATINUM \| $5,000 A speaking role and strategic input on program development. Exclusive Opportunity.
Positioning	Presenting Sponsor of the stage — the highest recognition available for the stage and the exclusive sponsor.
Speaking Opportunity	• Panelist or Moderator in a session at the stage
Deliverables	• All Silver branding benefits, with ‘Presented by [Company]’ designation in the agenda and on signage • One (1) speaking role within a session • Ability to place company marketing materials at the stage • Speaker listed in agenda, event app, and pre-event promotional content
Speaker Role Notes & Restrictions	Sponsor can give preference on the stage 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 from presenting on the stage

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.