Sponsorship Packages

We have a variety of sponsorship packages available for the IWMW 2018 event which are summarised below. Please note that we are happy to discuss refinements to the options provided under the various packages.

The sponsorship packages for the IWMW 2018 event are summarised below.

Platinum Package

Opportunity to be the main sponsor of the IWMW 2018 event!

There is an opportunity to be the main sponsor of the event. If you are interested in being the event’s Platinum sponsor, please get in touch to discuss details of the options available, which will include first choice for sponsorship of event meals and social events, together with a variety of speaking and exhibition opportunities.

The cost of the Platinum sponsorship is £2,500 which includes two free price tickets for the event together with a 5o% discount on any additional tickets.

In brief, the Platinum package provides:

  • Priority branding on IWMW 2018 event materials including the website, event programme, event welcome slides, event signage and marketing materials.
  • Main sponsor of the IWMW 2018 delegate dinner and reception on Wednesday 11 July with the opportunity to say a few words of welcome.
  • Opportunity to give opening plenary talk at one of the event sessions.
  • Exhibition stand space.
  • Opportunity to provide insert in all delegate handout.
  • Sponsor summary on the event web site.
  • Up to two blog posts included on the IWMW blog.
  • Two free delegate places (including accommodation).
  • Subsidised tickets for additional delegates (50% off).

Gold Package

Be a Gold sponsor of the IWMW 2018 event. This sponsorship package covers sponsorship of a number of the event elements, including conference badges and lanyards, the event amplification and drinks at the conference dinner/drinks reception. This package provides an opportunity for the sponsor to give a plenary talk at the event and/or, optionally run a workshop session or masterclass. Gold sponsors will also be able to send a message to all delegates either before the event or a follow-up message after the event. Gold sponsors will be able to have a exhibition stand at the event’s small exhibition area.

The cost of the Gold sponsorship is £1,750 which includes one free ticket for the event with a 30% discount on any additional tickets.

In brief, the gold package provides:

  • Sponsorship of either:
    1. IWMW 2018 barbecue;
    2. Drinks reception on Thursday 12 July (with the opportunity to say a few words of welcome) or
    3. Event amplification (video streaming of talks).
  • Opportunity to give a plenary talk, participate in a panel session or organise a parallel session.
  • A few words said about your company in our introduction to the IWMW 2018 event.
  • Branding on event materials including the website, conference programme, and event welcome slides.
  • Opportunity to provide an insert in all delegate handouts.
  • Sponsor summary on the event web site.
  • Blog posts included on the IWMW blog.
  • One free delegate place (including accommodation).
  • Subsidised tickets for additional delegates (30% off).

Silver Package

Be a Silver sponsor of the IWMW 2018 event. This sponsorship package covers sponsorship of places at the event, donation of access to online services, t-shirts, prizes and gifts. The package provides an opportunity for the sponsor to give a brief plenary talk at the event and, optionally, run a workshop session or masterclass. Silver sponsors will be able to have a exhibition stand at the event’s small exhibition area.

The cost of the Silver sponsorship is £1,250. In brief, the silver package provides:

  • Sponsorship of event quizzes: one for early arrivers on Tuesday 10 July and one held during the barbecue, or funding of sponsored places.
  • Opportunity to organise a parallel session.
  • Option to say a few words about your company during the drinks reception.
  • Branding on conference materials including the event website, and conference welcome slides.
  • Insert in delegate bags.
  • Sponsor page on the conference website.
  • A blog post included on the IWMW blog.
  • Subsidised tickets for additional delegates (25% off).

Bronze Package

Be a Bronze sponsor of the IWMW 2018 event. This sponsorship package covers items such as gifts and prizes. Bronze sponsors will be able to have a exhibition stand at the event’s small exhibition area.

The cost of the Bronze sponsorship is £750.

In brief, the bronze package provides:

  • Exhibition space in the main networking and refreshment area for the full event.
  • Opportunity to network with delegates over registration, coffee breaks and lunch.
  • Branding on IWMW 2018 materials including the web site, programme, and welcome slides.
  • Opportunity to provide insert in all delegate handout.
  • Sponsor page on the event website.
  • A blog post included on the IWMW blog.
  • Subsidised tickets for additional delegates (15% off).

Additional Opportunities

There may be additional opportunities for vendors to contribute towards other elements of the event. Get in touch to find out more.

Changes Since IWMW 2017

Those who were sponsors for recent IWMW events may be interested in the following summary of changes to sponsorship arrangements since last year:

  • This year we are including discounted entrance to the event in the sponsors fee.
  • Accommodation in a University of York hall of residence is included, which will ensure close proximity to other delegates.
  • The sponsorship rates have been adjusted to take account of the inclusion of event tickets and accommodation.

Additional Information

All sponsors will be listed on the event’s list of sponsors on the IWMW 2018 web site.

Due to data protection legislation, email addresses of IWMW 2018 attendees will not be disclosed to sponsors.

Contact Details

If you any interested in any of the sponsorship options please get in touch with Brian Kelly (email ukwebfocus@gmail.com) or Claire Gibbons (email planetclairegibbons@googlemail.com).