Scholarship Program

$14,250 | Exclusive

Help foster future industry leaders as the exclusive sponsor of the SHSMD Scholarship Program! This opportunity supports up to 10 sponsorships for hospital and health system marketing and strategy professionals. It also allows those young professionals to attend both the in-person and virtual SHSMD Connections conferences free of charge.

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Get extra brand exposure with your logo placed on signage
• Have your logo included in pre-conference emails promoting the scholarship program
• Receive one (1) complimentary SHSMD Connections registration
• Receive the post-show attendee list

President Reception Sponsorship

$7,500 | Exclusive

Be the exclusive sponsor of the President Reception, happening Sunday, October 12, from 7:15-8:30 PM after the Welcome Reception. Make meaningful connections in an intimate setting, cocktails and scaled up hors d'oeuvres will be provided. Location to be determined.

Who’s Invited: 

• Around 200 “VIPs” comprised of current committee members, current and past board members, past and present award winners, keynote/VIP speakers, year-round course faculty, all staff and top conference sponsors or partners are invited, typically see 100+ in attendance 

Exclusive Sponsor Benefits: 

• Logo recognition on signage
• Logo on napkins 
• Logo recognition and thank you message included on invite sent out to VIPs 
• Logo recognition in mobile app (if listed) and agenda (if listed) 
• Table Tents placed on every table with sponsor logo and QR code to website, option to provide handouts as well 
• Opportunity to bring up to 3 individuals from your company to attend 

Marketers Meet-Up

$5,000 | Exclusive

Sponsor this member meet up of marketers looking to  engage in peer-driven discussions on key priorities, learn practical strategies and share insights on evolving challenges. 

As a sponsor, you'll: 

• Help kick off the session by introducing the facilitators and/or special guests or activities
• Be welcome to distribute promotional materials, scan attendee badges for lead-generation opportunities
• Enjoy onsite promotion with your logo on signage and a listing in the mobile app

Small or Rural Organization Meet-Up

SOLD OUT | Exclusive

Sponsor this member meet up of small and rural organizations focused on shared experiences, challenges, and solutions with peers who understand the unique demands of juggling multiple roles across various strategic areas. 

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Help kick off the session by introducing the facilitators and/or special guests or activities
• Be welcome to distribute promotional materials, scan attendee badges for lead-generation opportunities
• Enjoy onsite promotion with your logo on signage and a listing in the mobile app

Communicators and Public Relations Meet-Up

$3,500 | Exclusive

Sponsor this member meet up of communications and public relations professionals from health care organizations where they will share strategies, discuss key priorities, and brainstorm innovative ideas.

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Help kick off the session by introducing the facilitators and/or special guests or activities
• Be welcome to distribute promotional materials, scan attendee badges for lead-generation opportunities
• Enjoy onsite promotion with your logo on signage and a listing in the mobile app

Strategic Planners and Business Developers Meet-Up

SOLD OUT | Exclusive

Sponsor this member meet up of health care business developers and strategic planners looking to discuss pressing industry challenges, share best practices and explore collaborative solutions in a focused, peer-driven environment.

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Help kick off the session by introducing the facilitators and/or special guests or activities
• Be welcome to distribute promotional materials, scan attendee badges for lead-generation opportunities
• Enjoy onsite promotion with your logo on signage and a listing in the mobile app

New Member/First Time Attendee Kick-Off

$3,500 | Exclusive

Sponsor the New Member/First Time Attendee Kick-Off to welcome professionals new to the SHSMD community. 

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Have the opportunity for a representative to address attendees with a scripted introduction
• Receive logo recognition and a unique QR code on signage and table cards
• Receive logo recognition on napkins used at the New Member/First-time Attendee Kick-Off
• Be able to scan attendee badges for lead acquisition
• Have the opportunity to provide an approved collateral seat drop

Presidents Club Meet-Up

SOLD OUT | Exclusive

Sponsor this member meet up for senior C-Suite executives, past SHSMD Board Members, and former SHSMD Board Presidents looking to connect with peers, share insights on pressing challenges like workforce dynamics, leadership evolution, and the impact of AI, and explore emerging opportunities.

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Help kick off the session by introducing the facilitators and/or special guests or activities
• Be welcome to distribute promotional materials, scan attendee badges for lead-generation opportunities
• Enjoy onsite promotion with your logo on signage and a listing in the mobile app

Young Professionals Member Meet-Up

$2,000 | Exclusive

Sponsor an educational and networking meet up for young professionals, focusing on key career and personal development topics.

As a sponsor, you'll:

• Help kick off the session and introduce facilitators and/or special guests or activities
• Be welcome to distribute promotional materials, scan attendee badges for lead-generation opportunities
• Enjoy onsite promotion with your logo on signage and a listing in the mobile app