Become a Sponsor
Make a huge difference in your budget and save money when you target the right audience.
Adding event sponsorship is the ultimate profile booster for a go-getter company, because it’s the fastest way to take your solution to potential customers instead of waiting for them to find you.
It’s no secret that people partner with and buy from companies they know, but in a competitive market, is “knowing you” enough?
No, There’s more to it. To bring them to your display instead of your competitor’s you need to not only build brand awareness, but brand preference as well.
Sponsorship Levels
Once you choose your sponsorship items, the total amount you spend will be added up to determine your sponsorship level.
Why is the level important? Not only does the level affect the size and placement of your logo, but higher levels receive more exposure and benefits.
| Lead | $17,501+ | ||||
| Premier | $12,001 | - | $17,000 | ||
| Major | $8,501 | - | $12,000 | ||
| General | $5,001 | - | $8,500 |
Sponsorship Items
PRICE: $12,000
EXCLUSIVITY: No
HIGHLIGHTS: Everyone will be looking forward to this epic party. As the sponsor, you’ll have the exclusive opportunity to make a short announcement at the party. This open-bar event will attract all attendees and give you that chance to “wine and dine” them in a great San Diego location.
The Night on the Town is the best and most famous networking event at GFX. Go down in history as the sponsor of the party to be remembered.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured on the schedule page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Show Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where this event and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where this event session and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on LED screens (as available).
- Logo napkins to be placed at each bar.
Added Benefits
- (2) Additional Exhibitor or Supplier passes.
- Attendee bag insert.
- Full page ad in the official event guide.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Bring marketing material or gifts to be placed around the party.
- Bring additional signs to be placed at the location.
- Provide Logo Shirts for the wait staff.
PRICE: $12,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes (Two Available) 1 AVAILABLE
HIGHLIGHTS: Really. Big. Targeted. Audience.
The keynote presentations have the largest captive audience of any event in the industry. With podium time and the opportunity to show a video this
sponsorship has a huge reach.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured on the schedule page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where the keynote presentation and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where the keynote presentation and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the presentation screens at the keynote.
- Logo podium sign.
- (5) Minutes of Speaking Time
Added Benefits
- (2) Additional Exhibitor or Supplier passes.
- Attendee bag insert.
- Full page ad in the official event guide.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Bring marketing material or gifts to be placed around the presentation.
- The opportunity to show a short product video.
PRICE: $12,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: Super-sized brand impressions with minimal legwork for the sponsor. Also, since registration is open each day, your logo will appear multiple times in printed pieces, the website and onsite signs where the show schedule appears. The item is supersized with pre-show AND onsite exposure.
Every single person that attends GFX has to visit the registration area to pick up their name badge and the website to register to attend. They will also walk by every day as they enter and exit the exhibit hall. Your brand will be featured on the registration counter graphics, forms, and can even be worn by registration personnel. In addition, your logo will appear on all pre-show registration items including the website.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured (multiple times!) on the schedule page and Registration page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where registration hours are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where registration hours are listed.
- Logo on the registration programming website.
- Logo on registration forms.
- Logo featured on the registration counter graphics.
Added Benefits
- (2) Additional Exhibitor or Supplier passes.
- Attendee bag insert.
- Full page ad in the official event guide.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Bring marketing material or gifts to be placed on the registration counter.
- Provide logo pens for the registration counters.
- Provide logo shirts for the registration staff.
- Bring staff to act as hosts in the registration area.
PRICE: $10,000
EXCLUSIVITY: No
HIGHLIGHTS: This item is worn by every attendee and is seen in photos in print and online.
Wearables are all the rage and badge lanyards are an excellent way to “wrap” your brand around your target market. Given to very attendee to wear around their neck, the continued eye-level exposure won’t be missed. Lanyards also end up in almost very picture, talk about value!
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where all sponsors are listed.
PRICE: $7,500
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes (Two Available)
HIGHLIGHTS: Everybody’s gotta eat! This opportunity comes with pre-show and onsite exposure and has exclusive real estate for your brand.
The exhibit hall lunch provides a great opportunity to promote your company while you solve a big problem - an empty stomach!
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured on the schedule page and Exhibit hall page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where the lunch and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where the lunch and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo table signs.
- (4) 22” x 28” Sponsor acknowledgement signs.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Bring marketing material or gifts to be placed on each table or chair.
- Provide logo shirts for bartending and wait staff.
- Bring staff to act as hosts.
- Bring additional signs to be placed in lunch area.
PRICE: $7,500
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes (Two Available)
HIGHLIGHTS: This item is also worn by every attendee and is seen in photos in print and online.
Attendees will carry your bag as walking advertisements for your company. Even better, the bags show up in the pictures for exposure even after the event ends!
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where all sponsors are listed.
- Bag Insert
PRICE: $6,500
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: Massive impressions for a steal.
Your logo will literally be on every single badge. Each attendee name badge will have a portion a that peeks over the top of the badge with your logo and any other messaging you want to add. It also ends up in all of the pictures. Add this to the lanyard sponsorship for a monopoly.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on EVERY attendee badge.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes (Five) 2 AVAILABLE
HIGHLIGHTS: Analysis shows that sponsoring a set of training sessions provides huge brand recognition for a great value.
All eyes forward at the sessions. You get your company logo wherever the Set is listed, a logo podium sign and the opportunity to place literature or giveaway at every seat.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured on the schedule page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where the Set and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where the Set and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the presentation screens.
- Logo podium sign.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Bring marketing material or gifts to be placed the presentation.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: This exclusive sponsorship includes custom graphics and can be a great meet-and-greet opportunity.
Solve their greatest need (caffeine) and get exposure to attendees at this
energy break.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured (multiple times) on the schedule page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where the break and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where the break and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo beverage napkins.
- Logo table signs.
- Logo signs for beverage service.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Logo Coffee Stirrers
- Logo Mugs
- Logo Paper Cups
- Bring staff to act as hosts.
- Bring additional signs to be placed in the break area.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: Hydrate to live, especially sunny San Diego! This multi-day opportunity features your brand in must-visit areas.
Water is the essence of all life! Sponsor the water bubblers in the session room and exhibit hall to keep people energized and engaged.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on the cups placed at each station.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs at the water stations and where all sponsors are listed.
- 22” x 28” Sponsor acknowledgement signs.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Fillable logo water bottles.
- Bring additional signs to be placed at the water stations.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: A big audience and podium time for a small price.
The way to an attendee’s heart is through their stomach! Get logo recognition wherever the Breakfast is listed in our printed marketing materials and event website and a company logo sign on every table. You also get the exclusive opportunity to place literature or giveaway at every seat.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo featured on the schedule page on the website.
- Logo on the Sponsor page, Schedule, and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Show Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where this event and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where this event and all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the presentation screen(s) during breakfast.
- Logo podium sign.
- The opportunity to say a few short remarks.
Sponsor-Provided Options:
- Bring marketing material or gifts to be placed around the breakfast.
- Provide logo shirts for the wait staff.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: No
HIGHLIGHTS: The one time when letting people walk all over you is a good thing!
Sponsor three 6’ x 6’ floor stickers with your custom art and we’ll place them in high traffic areas. There will be no getting around your brand! (You provide the art.)
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where all sponsors are listed.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: This is something attendees will carry with them and then take it home for a long-lasting impression.
Attendees will need something to write with while they take notes at our high-impact sessions. These pens will be in every room.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where all sponsors are listed.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: Big exposure, tiny price, minimal effort needed by the sponsor.
They will also need something to write on! These notepads will be in every room. Couple this with the conference pens!
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where all sponsors are listed.
PRICE: $5,000
EXCLUSIVITY: Yes
HIGHLIGHTS: Your logo will be the first one they see and it will get you on the sponsor playing board.
Sponsor the directional signage and your show people the way!
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite directional signs.
PRICE: $2,500 *Must be packaged with booth space. Space not included in price.
EXCLUSIVITY: No
HIGHLIGHTS: The most cost-effective sponsorship with a whole lotta exposure.
Sponsorship on a budget. This combo of a-la-carte items will get your logo in the sponsor block and give you the opportunity to provide a take home item.
Fulfillment Benefits:
- Logo on every page of the event website.
- Logo in the sponsor section of email promotions.
- Logo on the Sponsor page and Exhibitor Listing in the Official Event Guide.
- Logo featured on all print promotions where all sponsors are listed.
- Logo featured on the exhibit hall entrance unit.
- Logo featured on all onsite signs where all sponsors are listed.
- Attendee bag insert.
- 1/2 page ad in official event guide
Add one of these on to any existing sponsorship to pack an even bigger punch and
maybe even level up!
- Ride & Drive $2,500 for Two Vehicles, $1,500 Each Additional - Brand new to GFX, this offsite Ride & Drive Event will be a mix of great product testing and fun. With a street fair atmosphere and prizes for test drivers this Ride & Drive will have many spins around the block. Secure your participation and get ready to roll. (Must be in conjunction with exhibit space inside the hall.)
- Custom Email Promotion $2,000 - Get YOUR message out with a custom email promotion sent on your behalf to all registered attendees. This opportunity may be used pre-show or post-show where available. Only three pre-show and two post-show available.
- Full Page Advertisement in the Official Event Guide $2,000 - One full-page four-color ad in the official event guide. Sponsor provided art.
- ½ Page Advertisement in the Official Event Guide $1,500 - One full-page four-color ad in the official event guide. Sponsor provided art.
- Attendee Bag Insert $1,500 - Promote your company by placing an item in every attendee bag. Whether it’s a discount promotion just for attendees, a market-specific message or a fun take home item for their desks, a bag stuffer is a cost-efficient way to reach every attendee (Item provided by sponsor; Only 10 available).
- Meter Panel $1,500 - Put your message on display on a 39” x 96” four-color sign in the main conference foyer. That’s eight feet high! (Sponsor provided art.)
- In-Booth Training Session $1,500 - Get on the agenda by sponsoring a 15-minute training session at your booth. We’ll promote it in the show schedule and over the exhibit hall loud-speaker. Limited availability.
- Website Banner Advertisement $1,500 - Opportunity to place a 300x250 custom banner advertisement on all of the inside pages of www.GovFleetExpo.com for six months.
- Passport Booth Traffic Enhancement Program. $895 - Increase traffic to your booth by adding it as a stop on the daily passport. Attendees will attempt to complete their passports for a chance to win prizes!
Mobile App Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsor the GFX Mobile App! Your brand will be live for 9 months after the show.
A watermark of your logo will appear on all "My Schedule" calendar pages of the Mobile App.
Make the first impression on GFX attendees. This page will appear after opening screen and will showcase your custom graphics on the Mobile App. Landing page is 320Wx418H pixels.
Banner ad will rotate more frequently at the top of the app dashboard page. Sponsor can link the banner to a customized landing page or multimedia message. Banner is 320Wx55H pixels.
Example:
3 AVAILABLE
Banner ad will rotate at the top of the mobile app dashboard page and click through to a multimedia video message provided by the sponsor. Banner is 320Wx55H pixels. Preferred video format is HD h264 with ACC audio.
Example:
3 Available
Banner ad will rotate at the top of the mobile app dashboard page and click through to a custom landing page designed by the sponsor. Banner is 320Wx55H pixels. Landing page is 320Wx418H pixels.
Up to 3 Per Conference Day
Drive Traffic to your booth! Send a mobile alert to all attendees who have downloaded the app. Limited.
News and Updates
Announcing the GFX Block Party
Showcase your vehicles or technology at the all-new GFX Block Party & Experience!
GFX Receives Industry Honor
Once again GFX is named one of the Fastest 50 growing shows in 2017 attendance!
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Testimonials
“Bobit continues to demonstrate that they know how to inform, educate and recognize government workers in the "public" sector fleet industry."
-Kelly Reagan, Fleet Administrator, City of Columbus Ohio, Columbus, OH
"GFX provides the single best opportunity for a fleet manager to become immersed in an event agenda focused on public/municipal fleet educational opportunities. This is also the single best event for networking with experienced fleet professionals."
-Richard Battersby, Manager, Equipment Services, City of Oakland, Oakland, CA
“There is no better conference that speaks directly to the government fleet industry. The networking opportunities will serve you long term more than any other resource in our industry.”
-David Worthington, Fleet Manager, County of Sonoma Fleet Operations, Santa Rosa, CA
2018 Sponsors
