Show Sponsorship Opportunities

At various times during a trade show, attendees will be hungry, they will face a low cellphone battery, or they’ll just need to get off their feet for a bit. Provide resources for them by sponsoring one of the Show’s destinations.

RECHARGING LOUNGE

Attendees use this area as a meeting place to do business and recharge their devices. Increase brand awareness and promote your booth by sponsoring this Show floor relaxation spot for attendees. The sponsorship package includes your brand’s marketing message and booth number on Recharge Lounge signage, and the ability to set up a product demo area. You will be named as sponsor in the event of any corresponding mobile push notification during the Show.

• • • Quantity Available: Two (2) exhibitors
    • Cost: $10,000 per lounge

BUYER / NEWS MEDIA LUNCH CAFÉS

FREE BUYERS LUNCHES make for a busy Café! Be the title sponsor of one of the Show’s official Cafés, where buyers and news media gather. Promote your company name and booth location. Sponsorship package includes signage at the Café entrance and the ability to set up a product demo area. Your brand’s logo will be seen in pre-Show marketing through attendee emails, on signage around the Café entrance and on the Show’s website before and after the event. You will be named as sponsor in a corresponding mobile push notification during the Show.

• • • Quantity Available: Three (3) exhibitors (one per café)
    • Cost: $10,000 per Café (for Dine + Decor, Clean + Contain and Wired + Well cafés)

INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS CENTER

Welcome international visitors to Chicago as the title sponsor of the International Business Center. This private lounge area offers international buyer attendees complimentary snacks throughout Show days, charging stations and meeting rooms. Located on the Show floor of the South Building, sponsor this area and capture the attention of thousands of international buyers. The title sponsorship package includes signage at the entrance and refreshment areas and on meeting tables throughout the center. Your brand’s logo will be seen in pre-Show marketing of the IBC through attendee emails and on the Show’s website before and after the event. You will be named as sponsor in a corresponding mobile push notification during the Show.

• • • Quantity Available: One (1) exhibitor
    • Cost: $10,000

BUYERS CLUBS / NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASE

Provide a place of relaxation for buyers and news media at the Show as the title sponsor of one of the official Buyers-Clubs (one per Hall). The sponsorship package includes signage at entrance and ability to set-up a product demo area. The sponsorship package includes signage at entrance and table tents with logo and QR code. Sponsor logo to be included in promotion of the Buyers Clubs within mobile app and attendee emails.

• • • Quantity Available: Two (2) exhibitors (one per Buyers Club)
    • Cost: $10,000 per Buyers’ Club (one each in North and South buildings)

Consumer trends, business strategies, tips, tricks and techniques for success in home + housewares are covered at the Show via keynotes and educational sessions. Position your brand as a thought leader by sponsoring and/or participating in industry education.

KEYNOTES

Position your brand as a thought-leader by sponsoring one of the Show’s four Keynote sessions. Your brand’s logo will be seen in pre-Show marketing of the Keynotes lineup through attendee emails, on session signage and on the Show’s website before and after the event. You will be named as sponsor in a corresponding mobile push notification during the Show.

• • • Quantity Available: Four (4) exhibitors
    • Cost: $7,500 per Keynote

INSPIRATION THEATER

Associate your brand with all the leading-edge content delivered as a presenting sponsor of the Inspiration Theater. Your brand’s logo will be seen in pre-Show marketing of the Inspiration Theater lineup through attendee emails, on Theater signage and on the Show’s website before and after the event. You will be named as sponsor in a corresponding mobile push notification during the Show.

• • • Quantity Available: One (1) exhibitor
    • Cost: $10,000

Bring the industry together under your brand by sponsoring one of the networking events at the Show.

A CELEBRATION OF INDEPENDENTS RECEPTION

This invite-only Saturday night event puts your brand front and center with independent retailers and gives you an opportunity to network with this important group. The event will feature heavy appetizers and drinks. Sponsorship package includes promotion in pre-Show marketing, on signage at the event’s entrance, in attendee emails promoting the event and a corresponding mobile push notification during the Show. Also, includes participation for two (2) team members to attend from the sponsor company.

• • • Quantity Available: Two (2) exhibitors
    • Cost: $2,500 each

NETWORKING AFTER DARK

Become one of two title sponsors of this two-hour event open and complimentary to the entire Show community! This fun-filled reception for everyone at the Show takes place Monday evening after the Show closes for the day and includes cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, games and music by Chicago’s premier cover band, 7th heaven. Sponsorship package includes promotion in pre-Show marketing, on signage at the event’s entrance, on attendee emails promoting the event and a corresponding mobile push notification during the Show. Or take advantage of the exclusive “Presenting” Sponsor opportunity for maximum visibility!

• • • Quantity Available: Two (2) exhibitors
    • Cost: $7,500 each
    • Exclusive “Presenting” Sponsor Opportunity Available: $15,000

CHICAGO RETAIL TOUR

The Tour takes place on Wednesday, the day after the Show, and provides international buyers with the opportunity to learn about the U.S. retail landscape through a formal presentation followed by a full-day tour of retail establishments in Chicago’s suburbs. The sponsorship package includes promotion in pre-Show marketing, branding at the pre-Tour breakfast and in the slide presentation, inclusion in shuttle bus slide show, acknowledgement by the speaker and on signage during the event (itineraries, etc.). Includes participation for two (2) team members to attend from the sponsor company.

• • • Quantity Available: One (1) exhibitor
    • Cost: $2,500

GIA GLOBAL INNOVATION AWARDS

This year celebrating its 25th Anniversary, the Global Innovation Awards (gia) honor the industry’s finest retailers from over 30 countries, the best products from 14 categories and the best new innovations from six student designers. The gia program presents the title sponsor with multiple promotional opportunities including pre-event marketing, signage at the three displays at the Show, signage at the gala awards dinner, a shout-out by the MC during the Sunday evening gala and recognition on the website after the event is complete.

• • • Quantity Available: One (1) exhibitor
    • Cost: $10,000

Get in front of the people who can amplify your brand and products to thousands of consumers. The Show attracts hundreds of media and social influencers who are looking for new and exciting things to report to their audiences. Get in front of them with targeted opportunities.

NEWS CENTER

The News Center is the home for trade, consumer and social editorial media while at the Show—be the title sponsor to increase your brand awareness and to promote your booth. The sponsorship package includes promotion in pre-Show marketing and on signage in the lounge and lunch areas. Your product will also be highlighted in a special display within the Product Popup Room window, visible by all media visiting the News Center. Sponsorship includes one demonstration opportunity during the Show.

200+ Consumer & Trade Media Attend. A small sampling includes ABC 7/WLS-TV, HGTV Magazine, Shark Tank and Forbes.com.

• • • Quantity Available: One (1) exhibitor
    • Cost: $10,000