Exhibit & Sponsor
Stand Out in the Crowd
AGU is the world’s largest association for Earth and space scientists. Our audience is made up of a global community of more than half a million people who gather and share research, build policy coalitions, advocate for diversity and inclusion in the sciences, and catalyze discoveries for climate solutions.
Each year, AGU’s annual meeting convenes more than 25,000 attendees from 100+ countries to share research and provide career support and guidance for the next generation of scientists and policymakers. Scientists, educators, policymakers, journalists and communicators will attend AGU23 to better understand our planet and environment, opening pathways to discovery, opening greater awareness to address climate change, opening greater collaborations to lead to solutions and opening the fields and professions of science to a whole new age of justice equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging. We hope you’ll join us in this incredible gathering of collaboration and action.
Sponsorship packages at AGU23 are an opportunity for your organization to connect in new ways and enhance your interactions with attendees. Promote your brand and increase visibility to leaders from academia, government, and the private sector. Find the opportunity that best fits your company’s needs and get noticed at AGU23!
Base recognition packages include:
- Logo recognition on AGU23 website with link to company website.
- Logo recognition on signage during the meeting.
- Logo recognition with company description in the conference mobile app.
- Partnership recognition in the 2023 online AGU Annual Report.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Braindate Peer-to-Peer Networking
$30,000
The Braindate networking platform gives AGU23 attendees a safe space where they can discuss their unique experiences and connect with other attendees who share their interests. Using the Braindate platform, individuals and small groups can connect with and learn from each other’s experiences. Position your organization as a champion of this engaging peer-to-peer networking and learning opportunity.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for three (3) representatives.
- Your logo displayed prominently on the Braindate platform, Braindate confirmation emails, and onsite at the Braindate Networking Lounge.
- Tag your representatives hosting topics as Thought-Leader Ambassadors.
- Support in curating discussion topics to showcase expertise in Topic Market.
- Digital advertising on AGU23 website in random rotation with other sponsors.
- Invitation to AGU CEO’s Reception for one company representative.
- (Optional) An advertorial or sponsorship in Eos, AGU’s award-winning science news magazine, or Eos Buzz, its weekly newsletter with 65,000 subscribers and a 45% open rate.
Student and Early Career Scientists Conference
$25,000
Sunday, 10 December
Non-exclusive opportunity
The AGU Student and Early Career Scientist Conference will provide attendees with valuable learning and discussions focused on professional development and networking. Attendees will meet in-person Sunday evening in San Francisco to connect as AGU23 kicks off.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for three (3) representatives.
- Opportunity to host a 45-minute Career Pathways Conversation on an approved career-related topic in the exhibit hall theater during AGU23.
- Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the Sunday evening reception
- Logo recognition in pre-Conference attendee communications.
- Logo recognition during the Conference.
- One interview room for the week.
- Digital advertising on AGU23 website in random rotation with other sponsors.
- One (1) digital ad in the AGU Career Center e-newsletter.
- Highlighted as a recruiter in the AGU23 mobile app.
- Invitation to AGU CEO’s Reception for one company representative.
Online Poster Gallery (SOLD)
$25,000
Using this engaging online poster creation and presentation system at AGU23, more than 5,000 digital posters will be displayed on large touchscreen monitors at dedicated stations that allow presenters to share dynamic scientific research with embedded videos, animation, and other features to make their research and data more interactive. Virtual attendees will use this same online gallery to browse posters and connect with authors.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for three (3) representatives.
- Your logo and brief company information will be displayed on the supporter splash screen of the AGU23 poster presentations gallery.
- Logo recognition in the online presentation gallery available before, during, and after the meeting, which means your organization will have extended recognition with this opportunity to support scientific discovery.
- Option to create one poster in the online gallery to showcase your company’s thought-leadership (Note: does not include a presentation onsite during the meeting).
- Digital advertising on AGU23 website in random rotation with other sponsors.
- Invitation to AGU President’s Reception for one company representative.
- (Optional) An advertorial or sponsorship in Eos, AGU’s award-winning science news magazine, or Eos Buzz, its weekly newsletter with 65,000 subscribers and a 45% open rate.
VIEW A PAST FALL MEETING POSTER GALLERY
Fill It Forward Water Refill Program (SOLD)
$25,000
When you sponsor this program at AGU23, your organization is helping to keep single-use items out of landfills and gives back to charity projects. With the Fill it Forward technology, we will track the collective environmental impact of AGU23 attendees and be able to report back on the waste diverted.
SEE HOW IT WORKS!
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for three (3) representatives.
- Custom design on distribution cards.
- Logo recognition in AGU23 private group on Fill It Forward tracking app.
- Option to distribute the bottle tags from your booth as a traffic driver.
- Digital advertising on AGU23 website in random rotation with other sponsors.
- Invitation to AGU President’s Reception for one company representative.
- (Optional) An advertorial or sponsorship in Eos, AGU’s award-winning science news magazine, or Eos Buzz, its weekly newsletter with 65,000 subscribers and a 45% open rate.
Macelwane Early Career & Student Breakfast
$20,000
Held on Tuesday morning of AGU23, this breakfast event is your opportunity to interact with student, AGU Fellows, Macelwane Medalists, and AGU Leadership.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for three (3) representatives.
- Opportunity to host a 45-minute Career Pathways Conversation on an approved career-related topic in the exhibit hall theater during AGU23.
- Reserved seating for up to 3 representatives at the breakfast.
- Logo recognition during the breakfast.
- One interview room for one day of AGU23.
- Digital advertising on AGU23 website in random rotation with other sponsors.
- One (1) digital ad in the AGU Career Center e-newsletter.
- Highlighted as a recruiter in the AGU23 mobile app (Optional as applicable).
- Invitation to AGU CEO’s Reception for one company representative.
Meeting Lanyards (SOLD)
$15,000
This high impact opportunity provides brand exposure throughout the week of AGU23 as more than 20,000 attendees wear your logo with their badge. Provided at registration, the lanyard will have the logo of the sponsor alongside the meeting logo.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for two (2) representatives.
- AGU manages logistics of ordering lanyards with sponsor approval of proof prior to print.
- Digital advertising on AGU23 website in random rotation with other sponsors.
- Invitation to AGU President’s Reception for one company representative.
Puppy Play Zone
$15,000
This fun opportunity provides brand exposure in the exhibit hall throughout the week of AGU23. Put a smile on attendees’ faces with this memorable, soothing exhibit hall experience. It’s a great way to relax with attendees and create an engaging environment to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the conference…and help the dogs find their fur-ever home!
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for one (1) representative.
- Sponsor signage at the petting station.
- Invitation to AGU CEO’s Reception for one company representative.
Headshot Lounge (SOLD)
$10,000
The Headshot Lounge in the exhibit hall offers attendees the opportunity to get a professional headshot by an experienced photographer. Participants will get the complete portrait-taking experience with the opportunity to sit for a professional makeup touch-up session and then get photographed.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for one (1) representatives.
- Logo on signage at the Headshot Lounge in the exhibit hall.
- Logo on website banner where attendees access their digital headshot photos.
- Sponsor recognition in messaging promoting the Headshot Lounge.
- Invitation to AGU CEO’s Reception for one company representative.
Relax & Recharge Zone
$10,000
The Relax & Recharge Lounge offers attendees a place to unwind, recharge, and network in the exhibit hall. Professional massage therapists will provide complimentary chair massages to help attendees feel rejuvenated, and other activities will provide a break from the hectic days at the conference.
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for one (1) representative.
- Logo recognition on signage at the Relax & Recharge Lounge.
- Custom options, such as providing branded shirts to be worn by massage therapists.
- Invitation to AGU CEO’s Reception for one company representative.
Puppy Yoga
$5,000 for two 1-hour sessions
Join AGU23 attendees as they take a break in their day to stretch…with puppies! During each session, puppies will be leading up to 30 participants in an intermediate yoga class that includes light stretching and breathwork. While in downward dog or child’s pose, puppies will wander throughout the room greeting attendees with snuggles and motivation!
Your benefits include the base recognition package, plus:
- Complimentary AGU23 registration for one (1) representatives.
- Opportunity to include an approved message in pre-event email communication to participants.
- Greet attendees as they check-in for the class and give official welcome.
- Company logo on event signage and pre-event communication.
- Option to provide company giveaway/swag to participants.
Recruitment Opportunities
Requires an exhibitor booth. Benefits vary by tier. Sponsor benefits not included.
Tier 1
$500
- Highlighted as a recruiter in the mobile app and virtual platform.
- Access to the AGU Career Center to create one complimentary (1) Simple to Recruit job posting .
Tier 2
$3,000
Limited Availability
- Highlighted as a recruiter in the mobile app and virtual platform.
- Access to the AGU Career Center to create one complimentary (1) Simple to Recruit job posting .
- One (1) digital ad in the AGU Career Center e-newsletter.
Tier 3
$6,000
Limited Availability
- Highlighted as a recruiter in the mobile app and virtual platform.
- Access to the AGU Career Center to create one complimentary (1) Simple to Recruit job posting .
- One (1) digital ad in the AGU Career Center e-newsletter.
- Complimentary AGU23 registrations for one (1) representative.
- Opportunity to host a 45-minute Career Pathways Conversation on an approved career-related topic in the exhibit hall theater during AGU23.
- Complimentary interview room for one (1) day.
Interview Rooms
Meet with qualified Earth and space science candidates onsite during AGU23 with a private interview space, located in the Career Center in the exhibit hall (open during expo hours). Each room includes Table and Chairs.
- Single Half Day – $750 per day, available Monday afternoon and Thursday morning
- Single Full Day – $1,500 per day, available Tuesday and Wednesday.
- Full Week – $4,000
Promotional & Branding Opportunities
Sponsor benefits not included. In-person booth or digital package required.
Science Solutions Presentations
$5,000
Be a Thought Leader!
Host a 45-minute presentation that is dedicated to showcasing your organization’s thought-leadership, customer case studies, or new technology and science solutions. Presentations will be held in exhibit hall theater during peak times of the day throughout AGU23 and are listed in the official program.
Note: Topic of choice must be approved by AGU.
Nook Meeting Pod
$10,000
Conferences can be overwhelming for attendees due to large crowds, noise, and constant activity. Nook Meeting Pods offer attendees a comfortable, semi-private place to take a break or collaborate with colleagues. Pods will be located in high-traffic, central areas in the convention center and are a perfect way to promote your organization!
Event pods include custom branding and a power strip for charging devices. Additional branding in the pod is available at additional charge.
Signage
Interested in increasing your company’s visibility at the convention center in San Francisco during AGU23? Contact us to learn more about creating custom signage placed in high-traffic areas in the convention center.
Registration Confirmation Email Banner
$5,000
Exclusive opportunity for your organization to place your branding in the email message that is sent to all attendees when they register for AGU23.
AGU23 Daily Digest Email Advertisement
$4,000/each ad
Include your branding and website link in the emails that are sent to AGU23 attendees to keep them up-to-date on important conference information each day.
Know Before You Go Email Advertisement
$4,000 each
Two Opportunities Available
Exclusive opportunity for your organization to place your branding in the email message that is sent to all registered attendees the week prior to AGU23 with all the key information they need to get ready for the conference.
One message will be sent to attendees going to San Francisco, and one message will be sent to virtual-only attendees.
Mobile App & Virtual Platform Banner Advertisement
$5,000/each ad
(Up to 5 ads will be shown in rotation)
With more than 20,000 unique downloads during the 2022 conference, the AGU23 mobile app and virtual platform gives you unmatched visibility. Attendees use this tool to navigate all AGU23 happenings – the complete scientific program, exhibitor listings, networking events, on-demand content and more. Put your company prominently in front of this audience on the home screen!
NEW! Custom Email Marketing
$7,000/per email
Limited number available
Send your personalized company message to the AGU23 pre-show attendee list. Direct email marketing to the list of attendees is the most powerful and cost-effective advertising medium you can use to promote your business, generate leads and enhance your company’s exhibit experience. Only four (4) opportunities are available.
Note: Ads must be approved by AGU
Sponsorship Contacts
Matt Mclaughlin
Sponsorship Sales
312-265-9655
[email protected]
Mary Michalik
Sponsorship Director
312-265-9657
[email protected]