Sponsor AIA27

Main stage keynote $50,000 (2 available)
Put your brand in the spotlight at AIA27’s best-attended sessions. Main stage keynotes feature high-profile speakers and bring together architects, design professionals, and AEC industry leaders, giving your brand premier visibility and a powerful opportunity to connect with an influential audience.

Architalk $50,000 (Exclusive!)
New for AIA27! Be the exclusive sponsor one of conference’s most anticipated experiences—a dynamic conversation featuring leading architects. Gain high-profile exposure as industry leaders share ideas, insights, and perspectives shaping the future of the profession.

Braindate $35,000 each (up to 2 sponsors)
The Braindate Lounge is AIA27’s destination for one-on-one networking on the expo floor. Showcase your brand with prominent logo placement throughout the in-app platform, in emails, and on on-site signage. Sponsors also receive attendee leads, curated topic highlights, and post-event analytics for maximum engagement and visibility.

The Party! $100,000 (Exclusive!)
The Party! returns bigger than ever at Philadelphia’s iconic Reading Terminal Market. Invite clients and prospects, connect with architects at scale, and put your brand at the center of AIA27’s biggest networking party. As the exclusive sponsor, your company brings this unforgettable, can’t-miss experience to life.

AIA27 wellness: Yoga session $10,000
New for AIA27! Help attendees start their day feeling refreshed and recharged with a rejuvenating morning yoga session. Align your brand with health and well-being while creating a memorable experience.

Women’s Leadership Luncheon $15,000 (up to 4 sponsors)
Align your brand with an inspiring celebration of women in architecture. Support meaningful connections and conversations while demonstrating your commitment to advancing diversity, leadership, and excellence in the profession. Gain visibility among an influential community as AIA celebrates the achievements and impact of women shaping the future of architecture.

AIA27 preview webinars & First-Timers Orientation $15,000 (Exclusive!)
Welcome first-time attendees to AIA27 by sponsoring the First-Timer Orientation and serve as the exclusive sponsor of AIA27 preview webinars throughout the year, building visibility and engagement leading up to conference. This is a unique opportunity to engage with emerging professionals, new AIA members, and future leaders as they begin their AIA27 experience.

AIA27 entertainment $15,000 (Exclusive!)
New for AIA27! Bring energy to the AIA27 by sponsoring music between sessions and throughout the event. As the exclusive sponsor, your brand will help create an engaging atmosphere that keeps attendees energized and connected.

International Reception $10,000 (Exclusive!)
Connect your brand with AIA’s global architecture community at this highly anticipated networking event. Engage with 175 attendees from around the world for an evening of meaningful connections, engaging conversation, and celebration in a vibrant social setting.

Custom architecture tour $20,000
Create a customized architecture tour showcasing Philadelphia’s distinctive architecture, iconic buildings, and notable destinations. In partnership with AIA, curate a memorable experience that takes attendees to explore city’s rich architectural character. Connect with architects and industry leaders while aligning your brand with a unique opportunity for learning, networking, and engagement. AIA retains final approval over tour content, logistics, venues, accessibility, safety, and operations. Sponsor-requested enhancements may incur additional costs.

Architecture tour $7,500
Connect with architects and industry leaders as they explore Philadelphia’s distinctive architecture, iconic buildings, and notable destinations. With more than 100 tours available, sponsor a tour that takes attendees beyond the conference venue for a memorable experience. Each sponsorship supports one individual tour.

Business appointment suites $15,000 (both days) / $10,000 (per day)
Create a private, professional space to connect with clients, prospects, and industry leaders at AIA27. Located within the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Business Appointment Suites provide an ideal setting for meetings, networking, and hospitality. Reserve by the day or for the duration of conference.

K–12 impact sponsor $5,000 (per opportunity)
Inspire the next generation of architects by supporting immersive K–12 experiences. Sponsor firm tours, lunches, and interactive activations throughout Philadelphia, giving students hands-on exposure to architecture and design.

Lanyards $60,000 – SOLD
Make your company’s branding a prominent part of the event, leaving a lasting impression on attendees. The exclusivity of your logo on the lanyard is an effective way for your business to gain exposure and visibility at the conference.

Escalator graphics customization $60,000 (Exclusive!)
New for AIA27! Make a bold impression at AIA27 with prominent escalator branding. Showcase your company’s artwork, messaging, and logo in a high-traffic location (from the main stage to the expo), delivering continuous brand visibility throughout conference.

Accessibility & sensory room $30,000 (Exclusive!)
Showcase your commitment to an inclusive and accessible conference experience. Your brand will receive prominent recognition on accessibility signage, in event presentations, in main stage captioning, and across AIA27 digital platforms, demonstrating your company’s support for a welcoming, accessible experience for all.

AIA Design Shop $25,000 (Exclusive!)
Put your brand at the center of one of AIA27’s most popular and high-traffic destinations. As attendees visit throughout conference to explore unique architecture and design-inspired merchandise, this opportunity provides ongoing brand visibility and a lasting connection to the AIA27 experience.

AIA staff & volunteer t-shirts $30,000 (Exclusive!)
New for AIA27! Showcase your brand on every AIA staff and volunteer t-shirt. Your logo will be featured alongside the AIA27 conference branding on shirts worn throughout all four days of the conference, creating continuous brand visibility across the event.

Attendee badges $20,000 (Exclusive!)
Keep your brand visible throughout the entire AIA27 experience. Featured on the reverse side of every attendee badge, your logo will travel with attendees throughout conference, delivering consistent exposure from start to finish.

Registration experience & conference bags $50,000
Connect your brand with attendees from the moment they register. Your brand will receive prominent visibility throughout the registration and housing experience and will be featured on exclusive conference bags, extending your exposure throughout AIA27 and beyond.

Expo map $20,000 (Exclusive!)
Help attendees navigate the AIA27 Expo while keeping your brand front and center. As the expo map sponsor, your company will receive visibility on an essential resource that attendees use to discover exhibitors, products, and services throughout the expo.

Mobile conference app $15,000 (up to 4 sponsors)
Put your brand at attendees’ fingertips and gain prominent visibility on the AIA27 app, used to access schedules, exhibitors, floor plans, event information, and more throughout AIA27. With more than 95% of attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and guests downloading the app, your banner ad and message will reach thousands.

Wi-Fi $30,000 (Exclusive!)
Connect your brand with attendees throughout AIA27 as the exclusive Wi-Fi sponsor. Gain continuous visibility through a customized Wi-Fi sign-in experience and prominent recognition across conference.

Floor entrance graphic $15,000 (3 available)
Make your mark at AIA27 with a custom 8’ x 8’ floor graphic strategically placed in a high-traffic area. This eye-catching branding opportunity increases visibility while helping guide attendees throughout conference.

Digital daily signage $10,000 (up to 15 sponsors)
Elevate your brand presence throughout AIA27. Your logo or message will appear on digital screens strategically placed throughout the convention center (Wednesday–Friday), providing consistent visibility as attendees move through conference.

Rotating kiosk $15,000
Capture attention in high-traffic areas throughout AIA27 with lighted digital kiosks. Featuring four-sided advertising, this opportunity delivers prominent brand visibility as attendees move throughout conference.

Free standing signage $5,000
Promote your brand, product, or activation with a 3’ x 8’ double-sided, free-standing meter board sign placed in public space. Available to sponsors with an AIA27 sponsorship greater than $10,000.

Main aisle floor stickers $5,000 (4 available)
Get your brand noticed with one 4’ x 4’ custom floor graphic. Available to sponsors with an AIA27 sponsorship greater than $10,000.

Puppy Park $40,000 – SOLD
Bring joy to the AIA27 Expo while supporting a great cause! In partnership with a local animal shelter, the Puppy Park will offer attendees a fun and relaxing opportunity to connect with adoptable pups. Sponsors will receive prominent brand visibility within this memorable and highly engaging experience.

NextGen Lounge $40,000 (Exclusive!)
Make a lasting impact on the next generation of architecture professionals. Through career workshops, portfolio reviews, and mentorship opportunities, your brand will help emerging talent build the skills and connections needed to succeed while demonstrating your commitment to advancing the profession.

Exhibitor Lounge $20,000 (Exclusive!)
Put your brand at the center of exhibitor networking. This high-visibility opportunity provides a dedicated space for exhibitors to recharge, network, and connect with industry leaders while keeping your brand front and center throughout the expo.

NextGen Mixer $15,000 (Exclusive!)
Connect your brand with architecture’s rising stars. In partnership with the Architects Foundation, this dynamic networking experience brings together emerging professionals and future leaders while showcasing your commitment to developing the next generation of the profession.

Grand prize drawing $10,000 (Exclusive!)
Put your brand in the spotlight by announcing the eight winners of the AIA27 Expo booth-to-booth traffic driver game, awarding $1,000 and $500 prizes. This high-energy experience drives attendee engagement while delivering valuable brand exposure.

Custom email blast $7,500
Reach AIA27 attendees directly with a dedicated email blast either pre- or post-show. This targeted opportunity puts your brand and message in front of a highly engaged audience, driving visibility and meaningful connections. Sent by an AIA third-party email house.

“Today at AIA27” email $4,000 Wednesday / $5,000 Thursday / & $3,000 Friday
New for AIA27! Put your brand in front of conference attendees with a sponsored daily email from AIA. Delivered each morning, “Today at AIA27” keeps attendees informed and engaged with highlights and key moments. Gain valuable brand exposure through a timely, high-visibility communication sent directly to all attendees.

Programmatic/retargeting ads $4,500
Increase brand visibility and drive engagement with banner ads targeting registered AIA27 attendees. Advertising opportunities are available before and after conference to build awareness, drive clicks, and generate leads.

Booth-to-booth traffic driver $3,500 (20 max)
Drive new opportunities to your booth by participating in this traffic driver. Attendees are rewarded with prize giveaways for engaging with participating exhibitors.

App push notification $4,000 (12 available)
Put your message directly in front of AIA27 attendees with targeted push notifications delivered at key moments throughout the day. With more than 95% of attendees, exhibitors, sponsors, and guests downloading the conference app, your message receives broad exposure and visibility.