SHSMD Connections 2025 Sponsorships

Thought Leadership

Share your product or solution with our engaged audience of decision makers.

Sunrise Sessions (Monday & Tuesday)

$11,500 | 9 Available (4 Monday, 5 Tuesday)

Showcase your thought leadership and expertise within the health care strategy and development industry by presenting a Sunrise Session! 


These highly sought-after 45-minute breakfast sessions are strategically scheduled to coincide with peak attendee activity times. With a ready-to-go turnkey room and continental breakfast options available, these sessions consistently attract large crowds and ensure a smooth and efficient experience for all participants.


As a sponsor, you'll:

  • Work with SHSMD to prevent overlapping topics to ensure maximum benefit for sponsors and attendees
  • Have a mobile app push notification sent out the morning of the session
  • Have your logo placed on onsite signage
  • Be able to scan attendee badges for lead acquisition
  • Have the opportunity to provide a continental breakfast
  • Have the opportunity to provide an approved collateral seat drop
  • Have the opportunity to write a summary blog to be posted by SHSMD after the event on SHSMD.org
  • The ability to send out a post-session survey

Opening Ceremony & Keynote Session

$10,500 | Exclusive

Over 75% of SHSMD Connections attendees attend this kick-off event each year! Sponsoring the Opening Ceremony & Keynote Session, which also includes the prestigious Rising Star Award Ceremony, is a can't-miss opportunity to boost your brand visibility.


As a sponsor, you'll: 

  • Have your company logo prominently placed on signage and the projection screen.
  • Have a company representative be able to address the attendees with a scripted introduction.
  • Be able to provide an approved collateral seat drop.
  • Have the opening keynote speaker attend the Opening Reception in your booth following the Keynote session. 


A recording of the Opening Ceremony and Keynote may also be included in the Virtual Event for even more recognition!

Keynote Session - Monday

$10,500 | Exclusive

The highest-attended event at SHSMD Connections! The Monday Keynote is your chance to promote your brand directly to the highest number of attendees possible, all in one place.  


As a sponsor, you'll:

  • Have your company logo prominently placed on signage and the projection screen
  • Have a company representative be able to address the attendees with a scripted introduction
  • Have the opportunity to provide an approved collateral seat drop
  • A recording of the Keynote Session may also be included in the Virtual Event for a limited time and even more recognition 

Closing Keynote Session - Tuesday

$10,500 | Exclusive

Help close out SHSMD Connections! The Tuesday Closing Keynote is your chance to leave a lasting impression and keep your brand top of mind with attendees. In addition, attendees will be offered a boxed lunch to enjoy during the keynote.

 

As a sponsor, you’ll 

  • Have your company logo prominently placed on signage and the projection screen
  • Have a company representative be able to address the attendees with a scripted introduction
  • Have the opportunity to provide an approved collateral seat drop
  • A recording of the Keynote Session may also be included in the Virtual Event for a limited time and even more recognition 

Session Tracks

Starting at $4,500

Ensure SHSMD Connection attendees notice you! As one of the most attended and highly rated parts of SHSMD Connections every year, you can help kick off each session while taking advantage of face time directly with attendees. As a sponsor, you'll help welcome attendees, introduce the speakers and address the audience with a scripted message (pending SHSMD approval). You'll also get even more brand exposure with your company logo and a unique QR code on signage throughout the event. 
 

  • Track A: Marketing & Digital Engagement ($6,000) 
  • Track B: Strategic Planning & Business Development ($6,000) 
  • Track C: Innovation & Cross Disciplinary ($5,000) 
  • Track D: Communications & Public Relations ($5,000) 
  • Track E: Career & Leadership ($4,500)

Presentation Theater in Solution Center

$4,000 | 9 Available

Capture the attention of industry leaders by presenting an educational topic to key decision-makers in a 20-minute sponsored session on the Solution Center floor.


As a sponsor, you'll: 

  • Have the opportunity to present a recorded session for the virtual conference (sponsor responsible for recording) 
  • Have the opportunity to provide an approved collateral seat drop (upon request)
  • Receive logo recognition on onsite signage
  • Receive a mobile app push notification
  • Have the opportunity to scan attendee badges for lead generation

Onsite Podcasts

$1,000 | 5 Available

Current exhibitors and sponsors may purchase an onsite 15-20 minute podcast as part of the Doctorpocasting series that reaches health care strategists including marketers, planners, business developers and communicators.


Doctorpodcasting will coordinate the onsite schedule and will release the recording to all podcast channels following the live conference.

Sponsor organization is welcome to share the recording via its own channels.


More Doctorpodcasting information can be found here.

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