Promote your organization's products & services to the highly qualified audience at Ports® '28!
To discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact Sean Scully at (703) 295-6154.
Sponsorship Levels
Five levels of sponsorship are available for Ports® '28 - platinum, gold, silver, bronze, and copper. All sponsors at each level will be recognized at all the events listed. For instance, all platinum level sponsors will be recognized at the Ports® '28 Ice Breaker Welcome Reception and the Ports® '28 Evening Gala.
Sponsors and exhibitors can add any of the Add-On Opportunities onto their package.
Premier – $25,000 and up
We will create a custom sponsorship package for you depending on what marketing exposure you are looking to receive. Work with one of our expert sales associates to put together the package that you desire. This sponsorship level includes a corner exhibit booth location and exposure at platinum-level events. Please contact Sean Scully to start building your package today!
Platinum – $12,000
- Ports® '28 Ice Breaker Welcome Reception
Make a big impression by sponsoring one of the premier social events of the conference. This networking event will take place the evening of Monday, May 22, 2028 and will provide a first class setting for attendees to become familiar with your products by visiting your exhibit. This networking event is also a great way to reconnect with colleagues, mingle and meet new associates. This great networking opportunity kicks-off the Ports® '28, so you won’t want to miss out. - Ports® '28 Evening Gala at the USS Alabama
This platinum level sponsorship prominently promotes your company as the sponsor of the Ports® '28 Evening Gala at the docking site of the USS Alabama on Wednesday, May 24, 2028. The Ports® '28 Evening Gala is an upscale, dressy event and provides a smart way to align your company with your clients. It is the highest profile event of the conference and is an excellent networking and exposure opportunity.
Gold – $9,000
- Exhibit Hall Luncheons
Exhibit Hall luncheons are high-traffic events and are ideal for companies who are also exhibitors. These gold sponsorships promote your company throughout the duration of the luncheon and add to your overall exposure.
Silver – $6,000
- Refreshment Breaks
Start the day off right by affixing your branded logo on the morning coffee or afternoon snack break supplied to all participants. All coffee breaks will be served in the exhibit hall to allow mingling time during the break period.
Bronze – $3,500
- Student Professional Development Activities
Support the future of the ports and harbors profession as a sponsor of these unique events which gives your company the opportunity to network with both educators and students.
Add-On Opportunities
The following opportunities are available to all sponsors and exhibitors on a first-come, first-served basis:
Conference Registration Bag (exclusive): $12,000
Place your branded logo in the hands of all the conference participants by sponsoring the conference registration bag. This sponsorship includes a full-page ad in the conference program.
Water Drinking Station Sponsor (exclusive): $10,500
As part of our sustainability effort, we will provide a mobile water drinking station for conference attendees to refill their conference water bottle that is branded with your custom branding. This sponsorship includes a full-page ad in the conference program.
Wireless Internet Access: $10,000
Wi-fi at events is no longer a ‘nice to have’ commodity. Reliable Wi-fi is a critical must-have productivity tool. Prominently locate your company’s name as the conference’s internet access provider. This opportunity ensures maximum daily exposure to all conference attendees. This sponsorship includes a half-page ad in the conference program.
Mobile Application (exclusive): $8,500
The mobile app is the most used source for attendees to find detailed conference agenda information. Your company can purchase the landing page to the app, which will be seen when the user logs in. This sponsorship includes a half-page ad in the conference program.
Water Bottle Sponsor (exclusive): $7,000
As part of our sustainability effort, we will provide an environmentally responsible water bottle for each attendee that is branded with your company logo. This sponsorship includes a half-page ad in the conference program.
Conference Lanyards (exclusive): $6,500
Lanyards are the must-have accessory at the conference. Lanyards offer a way to display your logo while holding their badge, business cards, etc., throughout the conference. This sponsorship includes a half-page ad in the conference program.
Professional Headshot Hub (exclusive): $6,000
A professional photographer will provide headshots for conference attendees at a select day/time at no cost to the attendee. This sponsorship includes a half-page ad in the conference program.
Conference Hotel Key Cards (exclusive): $6,000
Your logo on the hotel key card will be an amazing way to gain the first exposure to the conference attendees. Logo hotel key cards will be given to all guests in the rooming block at the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel. This sponsorship includes a half-page ad in the conference program.
Cell Phone Charging Station: $6,000
Sponsor the branded cell phone charging station conveniently located near the conference registration.
Speaker Presentation Check-in Sponsor: $5,000
Sponsoring this speaker check-in gives you direct exposure to the leader's in the industry as they prepare for their presentations. The sponsoring company is responsible for providing the item for the giveaway. Please see shipping information below.
Banner Hang: $5,000 each / or two for $9,000
We will hang your 10' x 10' banner prominently from the ceiling at the convention center. This unique promotion showcases your company’s brand to all attendees in high traffic areas.
Young Professional Happy Hour: $5,000
Sponsor the young professionals as they network with each other on Monday, May 22, 2028.
In-Room Nightly Amenity: $5,000 each (priced for one night)
Relay a personalized company message to conference attendees at the end of their busy day! ASCE will work with you to create just the right thought and presentation. Sponsoring company is responsible for the purchase of a small gift to accompany the nightly amenity. One exclusive sponsorship is available per night. This opportunity is for guests registered in the Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel's conference rooming block. Please see shipping information below.
(One opportunity is available for Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday night)
Window / Wall Cling: $4,000 (for two windows)
Let attendees look up at your company promotion with a wall or window cling installed in a prominent location which overlooks a high-traffic conference area. (Multiple locations are available)
Registration & Exhibit Hall Floor Cling: $4,000
Place your logo in the area attendees approach first — registration! This sponsorship allows for one company to place 10 floor clings throughout the registration and exhibit hall area. Cling placement will be determined onsite by show management.
Student & Young Professional T-Shirt Giveaway: $4,000
Place your logo in on a high-quality Ports t-shirt given away to the first 100 participants at the Student & Young Professionals Happy Hour on Monday, May 22, 2028.
Laser Pen: $3,000 (exclusive)
Provided to each of the conference speakers with the sponsor's name on the laser pen. The sponsoring company is responsible for providing the laser pen for the giveaway. Please see shipping information below.
Specialty Drink Menu at the Ice Breaker Welcome Reception: $3000 each
Create and name a customized specialty drink to be include on the ice breaker welcome reception drink menu.
Conference Survey: $2,000 (exclusive)
Your company logo and banner ad will be prominently displayed in the conference survey email sent to all attendees during and after the conference.
Pre-Conference Short Courses: $1,000
Sponsor one of the Ports® '28 Conference Short Courses to spotlight your company in a focused segment of the industry. Be recognized on the marketing materials and opening slide and put your promotional materials on the chairs.
Green Conference Initiative: $1,500
Show conference attendees that your company practices green initiative designs with climate positive solutions to address climate change, risks and market challenges using innovative engineering practices.
Prize Giveaways: $1,000
Sponsor a prize giveaway to generate special “buzz” for your company at an event or activity that your company is sponsoring! Randomly selected registrants will receive a prize during giveaways at predetermined events and activities. Sponsoring company is responsible for providing prize giveaway. Please see shipping information below.
Sponsorship Deadlines, Ad Sizes, Logo Requirements & Important Dates
Sponsors and exhibitors should note these important dates:
- Company logos should be received with signed contract.
- Tuesday, February 1, 2028: 50% due upon receipt of invoice, balance due by Thursday, March 3, 2028. After Thursday, March 3, 2028, full payment due upon receipt of invoice.
- Thursday, March 9, 2028: A (25) word description of your organization or products for inclusion in the printed final printed program.
- Thursday, March 9, 2028: Deadline for submitting an ad for the final printed program. (if applicable)
- Thursday, March 9, 2028: Deadline for submitting logos for printed items (conference program, posters, and other sponsored deliverables)
- Thursday, March 23, 2028: Full payment must be received to be included in the printed final program. (if applicable)
If you purchased the Laser Pen Sponsorship / In-Room Nightly Amenity Sponsorship / Speaker Presentation Check-in Sponsorship / or the Prize Giveaway Sponsorship, please ship your giveaway item to arrive between Thursday, May, 18, 2028 - Saturday, May 20, 2028. The mailing address is:
Arthur R. Outlaw Convention Center
c/o Mark Gable (conference registration materials)
1 South Water Street
Mobile, AL 36602.
All other shipments must be shipped through Fern Decorating to the advanced warehouse.
All sponsor logos must be hi-res PNG or EPS files. Low quality logos will not be accepted.
Download Ad Sizes and Instructions
Interested in becoming a Cooperating Organization?
Government agencies, universities, and non-profit organizations with an interest in Ports are invited to become Cooperating Organizations. There is no financial commitment or risk. The only requirement is to help publicize the conference to your constituents via your magazine, newsletter, and/or website. We also suggest that you provide the Planning Committee with your guidance and suggestions for potential short courses and session proposals. In return, the Conference will post your organization’s name and web link below and will list it in all subsequent printed promotional pieces.