Sponsorship Opportunities

100% of your $100 donation helps cover registration fees to send teachers to the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo.  The SHAPE America National Convention & Expo is the nation's leading convention for health and physical education professionals!  There is no better opportunity to exchange ideas, forge new relationships, and learn from the best of the best in our profession.

SHAPE America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Federal EIN 52-0886491) and as such gifts to SHAPE America do qualify as charitable contributions and are deductible for federal income tax purposes to the maximum extent provided by federal law.

100% of your $250 donation helps cover registration fees to send teachers to the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo.  The SHAPE America National Convention & Expo is the nation's leading convention for health and physical education professionals!  There is no better opportunity to exchange ideas, forge new relationships, and learn from the best of the best in our profession.

SHAPE America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Federal EIN 52-0886491) and as such gifts to SHAPE America do qualify as charitable contributions and are deductible for federal income tax purposes to the maximum extent provided by federal law.

100% of your $500 donation helps cover registration fees to send teachers to the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo.  The SHAPE America National Convention & Expo is the nation's leading convention for health and physical education professionals!  There is no better opportunity to exchange ideas, forge new relationships, and learn from the best of the best in our profession.

SHAPE America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Federal EIN 52-0886491) and as such gifts to SHAPE America do qualify as charitable contributions and are deductible for federal income tax purposes to the maximum extent provided by federal law.

100% of your $1,000 donation helps cover registration fees to send teachers to the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo.  The SHAPE America National Convention & Expo is the nation's leading convention for health and physical education professionals!  There is no better opportunity to exchange ideas, forge new relationships, and learn from the best of the best in our profession.

SHAPE America is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Federal EIN 52-0886491) and as such gifts to SHAPE America do qualify as charitable contributions and are deductible for federal income tax purposes to the maximum extent provided by federal law.

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Grab attention and entertain attendees with this series of sponsored trivia questions.  Up to six trivia questions will rotate on big screens in the General Session room during the 30 minutes prior to the start of the session.  Your logo will appear on each trivia slide and sponsor may provide 2 of the trivia questions.  Attendees will answer the trivia questions via the mobile app.  One lucky winner will be randomly drawn from those that participate and will be announced during the Opening General Session.

Sponsor to provide one (1) donated prize item.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Logo on up to six (6) trivia slides shown during the 30 minutes prior to the start of the Opening General Session (as attendees arrive and are seated)
• Verbal recognition during the prize announcement from the stage during the Opening General Session
• Two (2) of the six (6) trivia slides are sponsor-contributed

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Be the EXCLUSIVE Opening General Session Sponsor! Reserve the Opening General Session Pre-Session Trivia, Physical Activity Break and Session Sponsor together and save $1,500. The discount will be automatically applied to your reservation.

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Give attendees a mental and physical “reboot” by leading an activity break (max. 5 minutes) from the stage during the Opening General Session. These brief refreshers present an exclusive and fun opportunity to showcase how your program supports physical activity in front of a large gathering of health and physical educators. SHAPE America will provide appropriate A/V equipment to support both audio and/or video during the session.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Lead a 5-minute physical activity break during the Opening General Session
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Reserved seating for up to two (2) sponsor representatives at the Opening General Session
• Logo identification on the Opening General Session page of the #SHAPECleveland convention website and the Opening General Session description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Recognition in at least one (1) e-Blast promoting the Opening General Session

Bundle & Save!

Be the EXCLUSIVE Opening General Session Sponsor! Reserve the Opening General Session Pre-Session Trivia, Physical Activity Break and Session Sponsor together and save $1,500. The discount will be automatically applied to your reservation.

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Feature your brand during the Opening General Session, held on Tuesday, March 12 at 4:00 p.m. The session includes remarks from SHAPE America leadership, both the President and CEO, as well as a keynote presentation. 

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Opening General Session
• 5-minute (max) welcome remarks from the sponsor
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Reserved seating for up to four (4) sponsor representatives at the Opening General Session
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the Opening General Session
• Logo identification on the Opening General Session page of the #SHAPECleveland convention website and the Opening General Session description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement
• Recognition in up to two (2) e-Blasts promoting the Opening General Session

Bundle & Save!

Be the EXCLUSIVE Opening General Session Sponsor! Reserve the Opening General Session Pre-Session Trivia, Physical Activity Break and Session Sponsor together and save $1,500. The discount will be automatically applied to your reservation.

GENERAL SESSIONS/KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS Sold

• Brand Apostles

Date: Friday, March 16, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Grab attention and entertain attendees with this series of sponsored trivia questions.  Up to six trivia questions will rotate on big screens in the General Session room during the 30 minutes prior to the start of the session.  Your logo will appear on each trivia slide and sponsor may provide 2 of the trivia questions.  Attendees will answer the trivia questions via the mobile app.  One lucky winner will be randomly drawn from those that participate and will be announced during the Closing General Session.

Sponsor to provide one (1) donated prize item.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Logo on up to six (6) trivia slides shown during the 30 minutes prior to the start of the Closing General Session (as attendees arrive and are seated)
• Verbal recognition during the prize announcement from the stage during the Closing General Session
• Two (2) of the six (6) trivia slides are sponsor-contributed

Date: Friday, March 16, 2024
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM
Location: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Give attendees a mental and physical “reboot” by leading an activity break (max. 5 minutes) from the stage during the Closing General Session. These brief refreshers present an exclusive and fun opportunity to showcase how your program supports physical activity in front of a large gathering of health and physical educators. SHAPE America will provide appropriate A/V equipment to support both audio and/or video during the session.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Opportunity to lead a physical activity break during the Closing General Session (max. 5 minutes)
• Opportunity to provide one (1) piece of collateral for a seat drop during the Closing General Session (recommended quantity of 1,000)
• Reserved seating for up to two (2) sponsor representatives during the Closing General Session
• Logo ID on the Closing General Session page of the convention website
• Logo ID on signage displayed before and during the Closing General Session
• Logo ID in the Closing General Session description in the web- and mobile app-based Session Directory
• Recognition in at least one (1) e-blast promoting the Closing General Session

Date: Friday, March 16, 2024
Time: 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Location: The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland

Held Friday, March 16 at 4:00 p.m., your organization can showcase your brand during the Closing General Session, featuring a keynote presentation and the official announcements of the 2024 SHAPE America National Teacher of the Year awardees. Additionally, as attendees are arriving to be seated for the session, engage with sponsored trivia questions and answers shown on the stage’s large screens. Or sponsor a mental and physical activity break during the session right from the stage, offering attendees a brief refresher utilizing your programs that support physical activity.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Closing General Session
• 5-minute (max) welcome remarks from the sponsor
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Reserved seating for up to four (4) sponsor representatives at the Closing General Session
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the Closing General Session
• Logo identification on the Closing General Session page of the #SHAPECleveland convention website and the Closing General Session description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement
• Recognition in up to two (2) e-Blasts promoting the Closing General Session

GENERAL SESSIONS/KEYNOTE PRESENTATIONS Sold

• Gopher Sport
• Wellness Training Specialists

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2023
Time: 1:15 – 3:30 PM
Location: 
Join approximately 100 district leaders consisting of physical education coordinators, teachers and state agency partners as they explore hot topic issues, best practices and solutions to problems encountered. If you offer free health and/or physical education resources, and have an interest in reaching state and district HPE administrators from around the country, this exclusive sponsorship is an ideal choice. New for 2024, sponsorship will include a boxed lunch and/or a snack break, as a networking incentive for invited participants.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Mini-Conference
• 10-minute (max) presentation from the sponsor
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Up to two (2) sponsor representatives to attend the Mini-Conference
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the Mini-Conference
• Logo identification on the Mini-Conference description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the agenda of the Mini-Conference to participants.

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2023
Time: 1:15 – 3:30 PM
Location: 

Join approximately 100 district leaders consisting of physical education coordinators, teachers and state agency partners as they explore hot topic issues, best practices and solutions to problems encountered. If you offer free health and/or physical education resources, and have an interest in reaching state and district HPE administrators from around the country, this exclusive sponsorship is an ideal choice. New for 2024, sponsorship will include a boxed lunch and/or a snack break, as a networking incentive for invited participants.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Mini-Conference
• 20-minute (max) presentation from the sponsor
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Up to two (2) sponsor representatives to attend the Mini-Conference
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the Mini-Conference
• Logo identification on the Mini-Conference description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the agenda of the Mini-Conference to participants.

The annual C.H. McCloy Research Lecture provides a forum for a distinguished leader in the SHAPE America disciplines to present cutting-edge research findings of interest to researchers and practitioners alike. The lecture serves as a continuing memorial to Charles H. McCloy, one of the great pioneer scientists and leaders of the profession.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Lecture
• 5-minute (max) welcome remarks from the sponsor to participants
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the Lecture
• Logo identification on the lecture description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the agenda of the Lecture to participants.

The Measurement & Evaluation: JoAnne Safrit Lecture series is offered by the Measurement & Evaluation Special Interest Group (SIG) to honor the late Dr. JoAnne Safrit's significant contributions to measurement in kinesiology. Dr. Safrit authored and published several books on measurement and numerous research articles in the field of quantitative measurement.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Lecture
• 5-minute (max) welcome remarks from the sponsor to participants
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the lecture
• Logo identification on the lecture description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement

This program honors the best of the best in adapted physical education and physical activity. The 2024 program will feature a lecture presented by a recognized speaker from the adapted physical education field, and following the lecture, three awards will be presented — Outstanding Adapted Physical Education Graduate Student; Adapted Physical Education Program of the Year; and the Julian Stein Lifetime Achievement Award.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition during the Lecture and Awards program
• 5-minute (max) welcome remarks from the sponsor to participants
• One (1) piece of marketing collateral for a seat drop
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the program
• Logo identification on the Lecture and Awards description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Branded single-sided meter sign advertisement

The Health Education Track will feature approximately 70 sessions that will be scheduled Tuesday-Saturday during the convention week. The Track features sessions that fall into one of the following sub-categories: Advocacy; Curriculum; Health Promotion; Administration/Supervision/Leadership; Instruction & Assessment; Equity; Diversity & Inclusion; Social & Emotional Learning; and Technology & Virtual/Hybrid Learning.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Two (2) marketing collateral pieces as downloads for each education session within the Health Education track of offerings
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session within the Health Education track
• Logo identification on all Health Education track session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• One (1) branded window cling on the concourse level of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the Health Education track sessions
• Minimum of one (1) sponsor acknowledgement and announcement in SHAPE America's social media channels (Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn)
• One (1) 6-foot skirted display table in a high attendee traffic area (set-up/tear-down of materials to be displayed are the responsibility of the sponsor

EDUCATION CATEGORIES Sold

• Goodheart-Willcox Publisher

The Physical Activity Track will feature approximately 30 sessions that will be scheduled Tuesday-Saturday during the convention week. The Track features sessions that fall into one of the following sub-categories: Adapted Physical Activity; Curriculum; Comprehensive School Physical Activity Programs; Coaching Education and Coaching; Dance (outside of PE programs); and Early Childhood Physical Activity.
 

Sponsor Benefits:

• Two (2) marketing collateral pieces as downloads for each education session within the Physical Activity track of offerings
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session within the Physical Activity track
• Logo identification on all Physical Activity track session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• One (1) branded window cling on the concourse level of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the Physical Activity track sessions
• Minimum of one (1) sponsor acknowledgement and announcement in SHAPE America's social media channels (Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn)
• One (1) 6-foot skirted display table in a high attendee traffic area (set-up/tear-down of materials to be displayed are the responsibility of the sponsor

• Two (2) marketing collateral pieces as downloads for each education session within the Physical Education track of offerings
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session within the Physical Education track
• Logo identification on all Physical Education track session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• One (1) branded window cling on the concourse level of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the Physical Education track sessions
• Minimum of one (1) sponsor acknowledgement and announcement in SHAPE America's social media channels (Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn)
• One (1) 6-foot skirted display table in a high attendee traffic area (set-up/tear-down of materials to be displayed are the responsibility of the sponsor

The Professional Preparation Track will feature approximately 40 sessions that will be scheduled Tuesday-Saturday during the convention week. The Track features sessions that fall into one of the following sub-categories: Advocacy; Curriculum; Instruction & Assessment; Administration/Supervision/Leadership; Diversity & Inclusion; Program Recruitment & Retention; Equity; Social & Emotional Learning; and Technology & Virtual/Hybrid Learning with a focus on physical education teacher education and health education teacher education.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Two (2) marketing collateral pieces as downloads for each education session within the Professional Preparation track of offerings
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session within the Professional Preparation track
• Logo identification on all Professional Preparation track session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• One (1) branded window cling on the concourse level of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the Professional Preparation track sessions
• Minimum of one (1) sponsor acknowledgement and announcement in SHAPE America's social media channels (Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn)
• One (1) 6-foot skirted display table in a high attendee traffic area (set-up/tear-down of materials to be displayed are the responsibility of the sponsor

Help attendees keep up their exercise regimen or kick-start their day by leading a 1-hour session featuring your organization's physical education curriculum and/or physical activity programming. Morning Wellness Sessions are held at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, generally attracting nearly 100 dedicated attendees. As the sponsor, your organization is responsible for instructing and leading the session, per day(s) selected. Two Wellness Sessions will be offered each day, Wednesday through Friday.

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Purchase a Morning Wellness Session on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday and save $1,000.  In addition to the benefits listed below, you'll also receive one (1) double-sided branded meter sign for display in a high-traffic area of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. The discount will automatically be applied to your reservation.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Lead and facilitate one of two Morning Wellness sessions on Wednesday
• Distribution of promotional materials or resources to participating attendees
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session
• Logo identification on Morning Wellness session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Recognition in up to one (1) e-Blast promoting the Morning Wellness sessions

SPONSORED SESSIONS Sold

• Brand Apostles
• United States Tennis Association

Sponsor Theater Presentation sessions are held in a dedicated 1,200 sq. ft. area directly on the exhibit floor, set theater-style for lecture or PowerPoint presentations. These 1-hour sessions offer organizations the opportunity to showcase their products and services in a learning environment. Sponsors can highlight best practices for the classroom setting, feature successful customer case studies, share proprietary research, as well as many other topics that are of interest to health and physical educators. 

Sponsor Benefits:

• Lead and facilitate a Sponsor Theater Presentation session on Wednesday, Thursday and/or Friday
• Distribution of promotional materials or resources to participating attendees
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session
• Logo identification on Sponsor Theater Presentation session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Logo identification on the exterior wall of the theater

Available Session Slots

Date	Time
Wednesday, March 13, 2023	10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Wednesday, March 13, 2023	2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13, 2023	3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Thursday, March 14, 2023	10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Thursday, March 14, 2023	2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 14, 2023	3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Friday, March 15, 2023	10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

SPONSORED SESSIONS Sold

• Goodheart-Willcox Publisher

Sponsor Theater Activity sessions are held directly on the exhibit floor in a dedicated 3,500 sq. ft. area, configured with limited seating to encourage active and hands-on participation by attendees. These 1-hour sessions offer organizations the opportunity to showcase their products and services that support quality health and physical education, specifically with new products or classroom activities. Sponsors will energize and interact exclusively with participating attendees for the duration of the session.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Lead and facilitate a Sponsor Theater Activity session on Wednesday, Thursday and/or Friday
• Distribution of promotional materials or resources to participating attendees
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during each session
• Logo identification on Sponsor Theater Activity session descriptions shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Logo identification on the exterior wall of the theater

Available Session Slots

Date	Time
Wednesday, March 13, 2023	10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Wednesday, March 13, 2023	2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13, 2023	3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Thursday, March 14, 2023	10:45 - 11:45 a.m.
Thursday, March 14, 2023	2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 14, 2023	3:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Friday, March 15, 2023	10:45 - 11:45 a.m.

SPONSORED SESSIONS Sold

• 9 Square in the Air
• Gopher Sport
• SPARK

Coffee Talks are designed to be unscripted and informal networking conversations, bringing together small groups of educators to discuss a specific topic.  These 1-hour sessions will be hosted in roundtable areas throughout the exhibit hall between 9:30—10:30 a.m. Wednesday—Friday. 

Categories

• Health Education
• Higher Education
• Physical Activity
• Physical Education

Add-On Opportunity
You also have the option to add a bundle of Coffee Coupons to distribute to attendees, if desired.  Refer to Coffee Talks - Coffee Coupon Add-On for complete details.

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Coffee Talk Category Sponsor:  You'll be the exclusive category sponsor when you purchase the Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Coffee Talk in a single category.  Plus, you'll save $900!  As the Category Sponsor, you will have the opportunity to lead one (1) Coffee Talk discussion each day within your sponsored category (total of 3).  Additionally, you'll recieve one (1) double-sided branded meter sign for display in a high-traffic area of the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland. The discount will automatically be applied to your reservation.

Sponsor Benefits: 

• Opportunity to host/moderate one (1) Coffee Talk in your sponsored category on your selected day(s)
• Logo identification on signage displayed throughout the convention area promoting Coffee Talk topics and schedule
• Logo identification on table tents referencing the name of the individual Coffee Talk dedicated to sponsor's selected date and category
• Logo identification on Coffee Talk description for selected sponsor day, shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Sponsor responsible for selecting the topic/subtopics to be discussed, developing framing/topic tee-up for discussion and seed questions/prompts to keep conversation going
• These should not be formal presentations and no A/V equipment will be provided
• SHAPE America recommends a maximum of two (2) moderators per Coffee Talk

Add a bundle of Coffee Coupons to distribute to attendees and encourage them to participate in your sponsored Coffee Talk discussion.  You choose the quantity of coupons you wish to add.  Each coupon will include your logo and booth number (if applicable), along with messaging to enjoy a cup of coffee compliments of you!  SHAPE America will provide the coupons to you for distribution on site at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.

The above image is intended for illustrative purposes. The final Coffee Coupon design may differ.

Convention attendees will love their memory keepsakes when your organization sponsors the Photo Booth at the Opening Celebration, Tuesday, March 12. The booth is branded with your logo and company colors, and utilizes optimized lighting and an assortment of fun props. Attendees will come together for fun and visually-stunning photographs, perfect to share with their personal social media platforms.

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: Hilton Hotel Cleveland

Sponsor Benefits:

• Logo identification on signage displayed adjacent to the photo booth
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration signage displayed at entrance of the event
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Opportunity to provide additional branded props for attendees to use in their photos

At the Opening Celebration, the evening of Tuesday, March 12, you will undoubtedly hear SHAPE America convention attendees singing their praises for karaoke entertainment (or belting out their favorite rock song in honor of Cleveland’s musical heritage). As the Opening Celebration Karaoke sponsor, your brand will be center stage and the life of the party.

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: Hilton Hotel Cleveland

Sponsor Benefits:

• Verbal recognition by the DJ at minimum one (1) time during the Opening Celebration
• Logo identification on signage displayed flanking the stage
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration signage displayed at entrance of the event
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Opportunity to provide raffle prize(s) for best solo, best duet and best group performances

Be part of the SHAPE America National Convention & Expo’s premier event when you join as a Supporting Sponsor of the Opening Celebration. Mixing games, entertainment and dancing, this event on Tuesday, March 12, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., is the official kick-off networking event for the convention. If your goal is to expand your brand image, connect with purchasing influencers or have an effective product or service launch, be sure to become a Supporting Sponsor of the Opening Celebration.

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2024
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Location: Hilton Hotel Cleveland

Package Includes:

• One (1) double-sided branded meter sign displayed in the Opening Celebration ballroom (can option to utilize at your booth post-event)
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration signage displayed at entrance of the event
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Logo identification in one (1) e-Blast promoting the Opening Celebration
• Logo identification and acknowledgement as an Opening Celebration Supporting Sponsor on SHAPE America's social media platforms
• SHAPE America to provide one (1) prize to raffle per Supporting Sponsor; prize examples may include one (1) complimentary registration to the 2025 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo, Apple iPad, Android watch, or an Amazon Echo bundle. Sponsor may opt to provide own raffle prize(s) of $500 or higher value; raffle winners will be announced at the end of the event by the karaoke DJ

Enjoy sponsoring a VIP Suite, Tuesday, March 12, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (during the Opening Celebration), and host your newest or best customers for a private festive gathering with your team. Located at the Hilton Cleveland hotel across from the Opening Celebration ballroom, your sponsored suite includes customized invitations to distribute from your booth, and will have stunning views of the Cleveland Browns' stadium and the Cuyahoga River. Please note: each suite accommodates 100 max invited guests.

Restrictions

All Opening Celebration VIP Suite reservations must additionally reserve an Opening Celebration Catering Package.  Options include:

• Cash Bar and Package of 100 Drink Tickets | $2,000
• Cash Bar and Package of 200 Drink Tickets | $4,000
• Cash Bar, Food Station and 100 Drink Tickets | $8,000
• Cash Bar, Food Station and 200 Drink Tickets | $10,000

Sponsor Benefits:

• Access to one (1) private hospitality suite from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Wednesday, March 13
• One hundred (100) branded postcard invitations to distribute from your booth to potential guests
• One (1) single-sided branded meter sign
• Logo identification on hospitality suite signage displayed at entrance of the event
• Logo identification on Opening Celebration description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Logo identification in one (1) e-Blast promoting the Opening Celebration

Date: Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Time:
Location: 

On Tuesday, March 12, join executive directors and executive committee members from state health and physical education associations, as well as national volunteer leaders from SHAPE America's program councils and committees. This annual gathering provides an opportunity for attendees to share reflections and ideas for how we can continue to build new relationships and support each other moving forward. A networking boxed lunch is included for all participating attendees.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Greet attendees at door as they arrive for the Leadership Conversations Continued Meeting
• Verbal recognition from the podium during the meeting
• 15-minute (max) presentation from the sponsor (Boxed Lunch option)
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the meeting
• Logo representation on sponsor acknowledgement slide during the presentation
• Logo identification on Leadership Conversations Continued meeting description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)

Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023
Time: 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Location: The Summit Building

46% of total conference attendees are comprised of students and first-time attendees, and their orientation session on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, is your best opportunity to meet and greet with the convention’s freshest faces. This session is designed specifically to help attendees navigate their first SHAPE America National Convention & Expo by facilitating community among newcomers and providing need-to-know facts for a successful conference experience.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Greet attendees at door as they arrive for the Orientation session
• Verbal recognition from the podium during the session
• 5-minute (max) welcome remarks from the sponsor to participants or facilitate a 5-minute (max) ice-breaker activity during the session
• Logo identification on signage displayed prior and during the session
• Logo representation on sponsor acknowledgement slide during the presentation
• Logo identification on Student & First-Time Attendee Orientation session description shown in the Session Directories (online and the mobile app)
• Banner ad and logo identification in one (1) e-Blast highlighting the session, targeted prior to convention to all identified students and first-time attendees

Date: Friday, March 31, 2023
Time: 5:45 – 7:00 PM
Location: Hyatt Regency Seattle

Following the Closing General Session, join at the Hyatt Regency Seattle for a reception celebrating the 2023 SHAPE America National Teachers of the Year.

Package inclusions:

• Logo ID included on a Teacher of the Year step-and-repeat banner displayed in the Reception meeting room for group photos and selfies
• Logo ID on signage displayed before and during the Reception
• Opportunity to display up to two (2) branded pop-up banners inside the Reception meeting room during the event
• Logo ID in the Reception session description in the web- and mobile app-based Session Directory

NETWORKING Sold

• Gopher Sport

Reach attendees through this post-convention attendee satisfaction survey, designed to help SHAPE America gauge participation in the convention activities and identify areas for improvement or enhancement for future conferences. Sponsorship of the Attendee Satisfaction Survey includes an opportunity to provide up to three (3) company-focused survey questions, to include aggregate data on the answers provided within 2 weeks of the survey closing.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Banner ad included in the e-Blast announcing the survey
• Tower Ad included in the convention mobile app
• Custom section with up to three (3) questions written by the sponsor (subject to SHAPE America prior approval)
• Aggregate data on answers provided to sponsor provided questions
• One (1) registration bag postcard insert
• Sponsor acknowledgement in two (2) social media promotions of the survey
• Name and contact informatiton provided for winner(s) of rafflled prizes

Your brand will be the talk of the town as the sponsor of our popular "Win a FREE Night" sweepstakes! Attendees that book their hotel reservation through SHAPE America's official hotel block will be automatically entered into a drawing to win a free night at their confirmed hotel. Your brand will be highlighted in all promotions for the sweepstakes, plus, as the sponsor, you have the option of providing an additional prize of your choice!

Sponsor Benefits:

• Square ad on the #SHAPECleveland website from October 2023 - February 2024
• Logo identification on the housing portal for hotel reservations
• Logo identification in promotional e-Blasts for Housing Sweepstakes
• Logo identification in Housing Sweepstakes advertisement in the Winter 2024 issue of

• Momentum Magazine

• One (1) half-page advertisement in the Winter 2024 issue of Momentum Magazine
• Sponsor acknowledgement in Housing Sweepstakes promotions in the Et Cetera e-Newsletter
• Sponsor acknowledgement on Housing Sweepstakes promotions on SHAPE America social media channels

Promotion Period: The promotion ends on February 23, 2024.  A random drawing will be conducted by SHAPE America from among all eligible entries and winners will be notified via email no later than March 8, 2024.  One entry per person.  No purchase necessary.  

The 2024 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo mobile app includes all of the necessary information an attendee needs on a daily basis, from a schedule of events and session descriptions to the exhibit floor plan and exhibitor listings. As the sponsor, your logo will be displayed front-and-center on the splash screen every time the event app is launched. It's your brand in the palms of attendee's hands.

Sponsor Benefits:

• One (1) mobile app top banner advertisement (exclusive to only the Mobile App sponsor)
• Three (3) mobile app push notifications
• Logo identification on the mobile app launch screen, displayed up to 5 seconds per launch
• Logo identification on promotional e-Blasts for downloading the mobile app
• Logo identification on the #SHAPECleveland website mobile app section
• Logo identification on all onsite signage promoting downloading of the mobile app

Nearly 300 teachers and students will act as volunteers at the convention, and when your sponsor the Volunteer T-shirts, your brand will be on constant display while volunteers assist attendees throughout the convention center. All volunteers will receive two (2) t-shirts, and your organization's logo will appear prominently on the back of each t-shirt. SHAPE America will consider an in-kind donation from a sponsor that produces and ships the t-shirts, in lieu of a monetary sponsorship fee.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the t-shirts
• Logo identification on the back of each volunteer t-shirt
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert

Stress can negatively impact both physical and mental health, and unfortunately, attendees experience stress from multiple sources: work, family, finances, health concerns, and competing demands on their time. Grow your brand awareness with a custom stress reliever, cleverly tied into physical education as either a dumbbell, basketball or baseball. Attendees will love this keepsake both during and after the conference, and your sponsor logo can be printed with either your booth number listing or your website.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the stress reliever
• Logo identification and contact information printed on each stress reliever
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert

This running shoe-shaped keychain is made of soft vinyl for a flexible feel and an easy grip, keeping keys together and your sponsored message in hand and in sight. Your brand will have its first impression as attendees go through their bag received at registration, and continue to have a lasting impression long after the conference when attendees return home.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the keychains
• Logo identification and contact information printed on each keychain running shoe tag
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert

Give 2024 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo attendees an unexpected treat while promoting your brand. This sponsored chocolate covered pretzels treat is packaged in a plastic bag with paper head card for your full-color marketing imprint. Attendees will appreciate this thoughtful solution to a mid-day craving.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the snack treats
• Logo identification and contact information printed on each treat bag
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert

• Digital advertisement on the landing pages of the registration and housing portals,
• Banner advertisement included in the footer section of the attendee confirmation email
• Logo identification on registration kick panels
• Banner ad on registration self-service kiosk screens at onsite registration
• One (1) double-sided meter sign branded with your messaging in the attendee registration area at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
• One (1) attendee welcome bag promotional flyer insert

Reusable water bottles are a sporty giveaway that conference attendees will all appreciate. Droplet graphics are included on the bottle's reverse side to show just how well attendees are hydrating. With over 78 colors to choose from, the Water Bottle sponsor can choose a lid color to best match the organization’s branding colors, as well as their logo identification with website on the front of the bottle.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the water bottles
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert
• Logo identification and contact information printed on each water bottle

Fast, free WiFi is a highly valued and prized service by attendees to keep connected when away from their workplace. When your organization sponsors WiFi in the common areas of the convention center, you will receive the ultimate branding to all attendees connecting to the network, and your organization will be viewed as forward-thinking, innovative, sensitive to your customer's needs, and high tech.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Customized WiFi password branded to your company
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert
• Sponsor acknowledgement in the News You Can Use e-Blast to all registered attendees (sent one week prior to the start of the convention)
• Logo identification on all onsite signage dedicated to WiFi login instructions
• Logo identification on the WiFi network login instructions page on the #SHAPECleveland website
• Logo identification on the WiFi network login instructions page with the mobile app

Because all #SHAPECleveland attendees and exhibitors are required to wear a name badge for admittance to conference sessions and the expo hall, this lanyard sponsorship is the perfect tool to boost brand awareness and drive traffic to your booth, sponsored session or event. Your company logo will repeat multiple time on the lanyards that connect to 3,000 attendee name badges.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the lanyards
• Logo identification printed step-and-repeat style on each lanyard
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert
• Package must be reserved by January 2, 2024

All convention attendees staying at the host hotel, Hilton Cleveland Downtown, will receive two key cards for admittance to their room, providing a unique opportunity for a sponsor to place their messaging directly into their hands. During the lifespan of an event, an attendee will actively look at their key card 8-12 times per day, representing repeat impressions to your targeted audience, and key card branding has been proven to drive up to twice as much traffic to your exhibit booth.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the keycards
• Branding information from Keycard Sponsor on front side, which can include a QR code to direct attendees to a website or landing page of your choosing
• Convention branding information from SHAPE America on reverse side
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert

Add a lot of life to your marketing campaign with these stylish black padfolios featuring a brightly colored exterior crescent and matching interior for a look that stands out. Your Padfolio Sponsorship will keep your brand top-of-mind when attendees take notes while attending more than 150 different education sessions at the convention.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the padfolios
• Branding with logo on front of padfolio
• One (1) attendee welcome bag postcard insert

Don’t do average, when you can do awesome! Our sponsorship of athletic socks features your logo at the ankle, securing your branding as a key component of physical fitness and athletic support. Each conference attendee will receive a pair of sponsored socks in their welcome bag at registration, which will also include a promotional flyer/item from the sponsor to further their marketing message.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of pairs of sports socks
• Logo branding at ankle of each sock
• One (1) attendee welcome bag promotional item/flyer insert

The Cooling Towel sponsorship features a product designed to absorb up to 8 times its weight in water and sweat, keeping attendees cool during any demanding activity, whether it is working out, jogging along the lakefront in Cleveland, or attending a sponsored activity session in the expo hall. Made from microfiber polyester with a mesh-like construction, simply rinse in cool water and wring for a cooling effect. Your 2-color branding appears on the front bottom center of each towel.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the cooling towels
• Logo branding on front of each cooling towel
• One (1) attendee welcome bag promotional item/flyer insert

As more attendees arrive at events wearing FitBits, Jawbones, and smartwatches that can track their every move, it’s clear that conferences have a built-in focus on wellness. The 2024 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo FIT Challenge is an exciting sponsorship opportunity, promoting healthy activities and incentivizing participants to explore the convention center, the exhibit hall and local Cleveland attractions. Your organization can leverage the attendee’s desire for wellness when you become the supporter of the SHAPE America FIT Challenge in Cleveland.

Sponsor Benefits:

• Logo identification on FIT Challenge signage strategically placed throughout the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland
• Logo identification on a dedicated FIT Challenge description page (online and the mobile app)
• Logo identification in one (1) e-Blast promoting the FIT Challenge
• Logo identification and acknowledgement as the FIT Challenge sponsor on SHAPE America's social media platforms
• Two (2) double-sided meter signs branded with your messaging
• One (1) set of an escalator cling advertisement on the Grand Ballroom level
• One (1) attendee welcome bag promotional item/flyer insert

Gain valuable branding and visibility throughout the convention and when attendees return home when sponsoring the Attendee Welcome Bags, distributed to each of the 3,000 attendees during registration check-in. The bag allows for attendees to carry their conference essentials for the entirety of the event, and they continue to use the bag for storage and transport of everyday items upon returning home, providing lasting impressions for your brand. An Attendee Welcome Bag sponsorship features both branding on the outside of the bag, as well as an included insert inside.

Package inclusions:

• Sponsorship includes the cost of production and distribution of the Attendee Welcome Bags
• Logo branding on front of each bag below the 2024 SHAPE America National Convention & Expo logo
• One (1) attendee welcome bag promotional item/flyer insert