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Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor

June 26 – 27, 2024

Navy Pier, Chicago, IL

The Morningstar Investment Conference is one of the most effective ways to directly reach key stakeholders and decision makers. Maximize your firm’s visibility to a captive audience of experienced financial professionals with a conference sponsorship. Join us and experience it for yourself.

Here’s why

By the numbers

11.34M

Impressions and 2,000+ engagements via social media

800

Participants in the Meet the Manager sessions

1,500+

Participants in our U.S. conference

580

Live questions during session Q&A

1,900+

Mobile app downloads, a sponsor benefit

65+

Media registrations

More sponsorship opportunities

Our sponsorship package is the ultimate opportunity to elevate your brand’s presence and impact at our upcoming event. You will enjoy exclusive benefits and premium recognition that will set you apart as a key partner and leader in your industry.

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Coffee Lounge

$70,000

Caffeinate and connect with visitors throughout the conference in an exhibit hall lounge, including board games for maximum interaction. Promotion includes eight registrations, a 10' x 20' booth ​with lead scanning, signage, and one push notification on ​our mobile app. Sponsors may provide two branded pull-up signs, branded napkins, and branded coffee sleeves for additional branding.

Sold

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Opening Night Reception

$65,000

Sponsor the big night out during the conference at Navy Pier on Wednesday, June 26 with evening fireworks. The ​outdoor event (weather permitting) along the lake will feature live music, great food and beverages, and the chance to connect with conference attendees. Transportation to and from the event will be provided. Sponsorship includes one push notification and signage.

# Availability: 1

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Recharge / Snack Lounge

$50,000

Become the outlet for connection with a space where attendees can charge their devices, grab snacks, and enjoy fruit-infused water throughout the conference.​ Promotion includes four registrations, a 10' x 20' booth ​with lead scanning, signage, and one push notification on our mobile app. ​ Sponsors may provide two branded pull-up signs and branded napkins for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Braindate Lounge and App Sponsor

$50,000

Spark the conversation with the Braindate Lounge and App, the premier destination for attendees to meet one-on-one or in small groups.​ Promotion includes your logo featured in the App, ​four registrations, a 10' x 20' booth with lead scanning, one push notification on our mobile app, and signage.

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Arcade Golf

$12,000

Show off your swing by sponsoring the virtual golf game, featuring contests for closest to the pin and hole-in-one. Sponsorship includes one push notification and signage.

# Availability: 1

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Transportation Sponsor

$40,000

Sponsor the transportation shuttles, stopping at Navy Pier and each hotel. Sponsorship includes shuttle branding.

# Availability: 1

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Lunch Day 1

$30,000

The first day’s lunch, sponsored by you. Sponsorship includes two reserved tables, signage, and a push notification on our mobile app. Sponsors may provide branded napkins for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Lunch Day 2

$30,000

The second day’s lunch, sponsored by you. Sponsorship includes two reserved tables, signage, and a push notification on our mobile app. Sponsors may provide branded napkins for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Branding Opportunities

$30,000

Branding opportunities at host hotels, including key cards. Ask your sales representative for details.

# Availabiity: 1

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Day 1 Breakfast at Navy Pier

$25,000

The first day’s breakfast, sponsored by you. Sponsorship includes two reserved tables, signage, and a push notification on our mobile app. Sponsors may provide branded napkins for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Day 2 Breakfast at Navy Pier

$25,000

The second day’s breakfast, sponsored by you. Sponsorship includes two reserved tables, signage, and a push notification on our mobile app. Sponsors may provide branded napkins for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Day 1 Morning and Afternoon Snack in Aon Ballroom

$20,000

Refresh attendees by sponsoring day one’s grab-and-go coffee plus a morning and afternoon snack in the Aon ballroom, where the conference begins and ends daily. Sponsorship also includes tabletop signage at the stations. Sponsors may provide branded napkins and cups for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Day 2 Morning and Afternoon Snack in Aon Ballroom

$20,000

Refresh attendees by sponsoring day two’s grab-and-go coffee plus a morning and afternoon snack in the Aon ballroom, where the conference begins and ends daily. Sponsorship also includes tabletop signage at the stations. Sponsors may provide branded napkins and cups for additional branding.

# Availability: 1

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Podcast Presentation

$20,000

Back by popular demand! Be heard with an exclusive spot on our podcasting stage. Sponsors will get 30 minutes to record in front of a live audience with all equipment provided.

# Availability: 2

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Outdoor Lounge Along the Lake

$20,000

Make space for relaxation by sponsoring the outdoor lounge, adjacent to the general session. Available to all attendees throughout the conference, but reserved exclusively for you and your clients during the evening reception. Sponsorship includes signage and a cocktail server during the reception. Additional branding opportunities available.

# Availability: 4

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Hydration Station

$20,000

Supply water to conference attendees by sponsoring water stations in the exhibit hall and Aon ballroom. Promotion includes stations branded with your logo and prefilled reusable bottles with your logo.

# Availability: 1

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Shoeshine Booth

$10,000

Keep up appearances by sponsoring a shoeshine booth in the exhibition hall. Can be a separate station or next to your booth.

# Availability: 1

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