Promote Your Brand Globally. Support Communities Locally.

Being a sponsor at the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Annual Conference positions your company as a leading supplier for local governments, a supporter of the community and a partner for the future. It’s an invaluable opportunity for spotlighting your brand and getting in front of local government decision-makers.

If you have questions about 2025 sponsorship opportunities,
please don’t hesitate to reach out to Megan Sherman at msherman@icma.org.

Top 3 Reasons to Become a Sponsor

Attendees arrive in search of new strategies, resources and solutions to manage their work and make their visions for their communities a reality.

Meet with thousands of local government buyers to expand your customer base

Develop valuable relationships with local government professionals

Receive firsthand feedback on your products and services

Attendee Snapshot

More than 4,500 local government professionals from around the world converge at the ICMA Annual Conference to find new ideas, strategies, resources and solutions for managing their work and making their vision for their community a reality.

Community Sizes

4,500+ Attendees

$300B Marketplace

50% Chief Administrative Officers

Job Titles of Attendees

Career Stage

It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3

Step 1

Select a package

Step 2

Select a promotional component

Step 3

Contact Megan Sherman
msherman@icma.org
202-962-3697

Packages

Our sponsorships are customizable to best suit your needs. Pick the package that’s right for your company, then choose from a selection of available promotional opportunities to build brand recognition among our marketplace of buyers.

Sponsor Package

Starting at $22,000

10-15 available

Gain maximum exposure for your company as an Annual Conference Sponsor with a package that includes prime positioning throughout the event.

Package includes:
  • Exhibit booth
  • Promotional component and recognition in the program guide
  • Your logo will be featured online and in social media
  • You will receive conference registration
  • Access to the conference list

Exhibit Booth

  • One (1) 10×10 booth that includes signage designating company as an Annual Conference Sponsor

Sponsored Component

Opportunity for Annual Conference Sponsor to sponsor one (1) Annual Conference component from the following areas:

  • Networking and Event Sponsorships
  • Branding Sponsorships
  • Promotional Opportunities

Access & Networking

  • Four (4) full registrations to the ICMA Annual Conference which includes access to Exhibit Hall luncheons, coffee breaks and other networking sessions throughout the conference (Value: $1,440/each).

Sponsor Recognition: Publications & Communications

Logo placement in ICMA Annual Conference items, including:

  • One (1) time in PM Magazine (appropriate to level)
  • Recognition in the on-site Annual Conference Program Guide and the Conference App (appropriate to level)
  • Recognition in Annual Conference email marketing communications (appropriate to level)
  • Logo recognition on ICMA.org Annual Conference web page (appropriate to level)

Sampling/Inserts/Mailing

  • One (1) time access to Annual Conference list (includes email) (pre and post)

Partner Services

  • Designated ICMA account executive to facilitate relationship
  • One meeting to review sponsor Conference marketing objectives
  • Post-event partnership fulfillment report from ICMA detailing delivered benefits, program/partnership results, etc.

Supporter Package

Starting at $12,000

10-15 available

Showcase your company as an Annual Conference Supporter with a package that highlights your brand throughout the event and in show promotional pieces.

Package includes:
  • Promotional component
  • You will receive conference registration
  • Access to the conference list

Exhibit Booth

  • $1,000 booth credit, exhibit booth signage designating company as an Annual Conference Supporter

Sponsored Component

Opportunity for Annual Conference Supporter to sponsor one (1) Annual Conference component from the following areas:

  • Branding Sponsorships
  • Promotional Opportunities

Access & Networking

  • Two (2) full registrations to the ICMA Annual Conference which includes access to Exhibit Hall luncheons, coffee breaks and other networking sessions throughout the conference (Value: $1,440/each).

Sponsor Recognition: Publications & Communications

Logo placement in ICMA Annual Conference items, including:

  • One (1) time in PM Magazine (appropriate to level)
  • Recognition in the on-site Annual Conference Program Guide and the Conference App (appropriate to level)
  • Recognition in Annual Conference email marketing communications (appropriate to level)
  • Logo recognition on ICMA.org Annual Conference web page (appropriate to level)

Sampling/Inserts/Mailing

  • One (1) time access to Annual Conference list (includes email) (pre and post)

Partner Services

  • Designated ICMA account executive to facilitate relationship
  • One meeting to review sponsor Conference marketing objectives
  • Post-event partnership fulfillment report from ICMA detailing delivered benefits, program/partnership results, etc.

Promotional Components

Sponsor networking and events or education — or find other promotional opportunities to reinforce your brand’s connection to this important event.

Networking & Event Sponsorships

  • Attendee Breakfasts
  • Attendee Coffee/Refreshment Breaks
  • Exhibit Hall Grand Opening Reception
  • Expo Eats Lunch on Tradeshow Floor
  • Headshot Lounge
  • ICMA Opening Party at PNC Park
  • Networking/Reception Opportunities
  • Photo activation area in Exhibit Hall
  • Puppy Playpen
  • Relaxation Zone on Tradeshow Floor
  • Surprise Live Activation (i.e., photo booth, ice cream social, adult milkshakes) (Sponsor responsible for all costs)
  • Tuesday Evening Networking Event at the Heinz History Center
  • Create Your Own

Education Sponsorships

  • General Session Speaker Sponsors – Exclusive per day!
  • Product Theater Demonstrations
  • Game Changer Speaker Series – Exclusive per speaker!

Branding Sponsorships

  • Onsite Signage, Banners, Wraps etc. (additional sponsorship costs apply)
  • Shuttle Buses
  • Water Bottles
  • Exhibit Hall Aisle Signs
  • Registration Bag – Exclusive!
  • Registration Bag Inserts

Promotional Opportunities

  • Push Notifications on Conference App
  • Onsite Conference Program Guide Ad Space
  • Conference Website Ad Space