Become A NEARMUG 2008 Sponsor!
Be Part of A Great Team!

For details on becoming a NEARMUG 2008 Sponsor, please contact our Co-Chairman, Seann Jackson, at sjackson@nearmug2008.org or by phone at 401-868-2000 x2456.  

Our sponsors are a terrific group of companies who believe in NEARMUG and who value the opportunities the show provides. Your sponsorship helps provide the meals, events, and collaborative atmosphere that make our conference an excellent opportunity to network with end users and exhibitors alike. Your sponsorship helps makes this show a success for everyone.

For less than the cost of an exhibit booth, you can become a Conference Sponsor and give your company Increased Recognition!  Get the maximum exposure for your organization and become a conference sponsor. 

To download a Sponsorship Application form, click here.

NEARMUG has Four basic levels of sponsorship each with its own benefits and advantages.

Platinum Sponsor - Our premier level of sponsorship. Costs vary depending on the type of sponsorship (i.e. Evening Dinner Event, A/V, etc).  The most pretigious sponsorships are the Evening Event Sponsors.  Other Platinum Sponsorships are available.  Please inquire if you're interested in becoming one of our premier sponsors.  We can work with you to customize a Platinum Sponsorship.

All Platinum Sponsorships Includes:

  • 6 Full Conference Registrations 
  • Sponsorship level on booth signage and Platinum balloons at booth 
  • Two full color pages, company Bio, or Ad in participant handout information 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website 
  • Recognition as Platinum event sponsor at the conference
  • Listing as Platinum Conference Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts. 
  • Opportunity to address conference attendees at sponsored event (Evening Event sponsors only) 
  • Signage recognition at each workshop (AV sponsor only)

Gold Sponsor - Gold Sponsorships are available for $5,000.  All Gold Sponsorships include:

  • 3 Full Conference Registrations 
  • Sponsorship level on booth signage and gold balloons at booth 
  • One full color page or company Bio or Ad in participant handout information
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website
  • Listing as Gold Conference Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts. 
  • Recognition as Gold Event Sponsor at the conference


Silver Sponsor - Silver Sponsorships are available for $3,000.  All Silver Sponsors receive:

  • 2 Full Conference Registrations 
  • Sponsorship level on booth signage and silver balloons at booth 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website
  • Listing as Silver Conference Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts. 
  • Recognition as Silver Sponsor at the Conference 

Bronze Sponsor - Bronze Sponsorships are only $1,000.  Bronze sponsors receive:

  • 1 Full Conference Registration
  • Sponsorship level on booth signage and bronze balloons at booth 
  • Listing as Bronze Conference Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts. 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website 
  • Recognition as Bronze AM and PM coffee break sponsor

In addition to our core Sponsorship levels, we are always looking at creative ways to promote the conference and our sponsors.  Here are some of the Sponsorship Opportunities we have for NEARMUG 2008.

Audio/Visual Sponsorship

Sponsor our Audio/Visual and make sure you are recognized at EVERY workshop. Our Audio/Visual sponsor receives recognition on every sign at every workshop. Whether it is a workshop about Nortel’s latest offering or a session on maximizing a relationship with your telecom vendors, you receive Platinum level sponsorship recognition at each workshop!

The A/V Sponsorship includes:

  • 6 Full Conference Registrations
  • Platinum Sponsorship level on booth signage and Platinum balloons at booth 
  • Two full color pages, company Bio, or Ad in participant handout information 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website 
  • Recognition as Platinum Audio/Visual sponsor 
  • Signage recognition at every workshop 
  • Listing as Audio/Visual Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts. 

Sunday Evening Reception Sponsor

Kick off the conference by sponsoring our Sunday Evening Social Networking Event.  A cocktail reception running from 6:00-9:00 includes light fare and occurs immediately after our First Timer's Orientation.  You'll have the opportunity to welcome our attendees to the conference and start NEARMUG 2008 in-style.

Includes:

  • 3 Full Conference Registrations
  • Sponsorship recognition on booth signage and balloons at booth 
  • One full color page, company Bio, or Ad in attendee handout information 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website  
  • Listing as Sunday Evening Reception Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts.

Trade Show Reception Sponsor

Be one of the sponsors of our Trade Show Receptions.  You can select either Monday's "On-The-Floor" Reception or Tuesday's "Giveaway Reception" and sponsor our exciting Trade Show networking opportunities.  You'll be recognized on the Trade Show Floor as the Reception Sponsor.  Show your support of the Trade Show Receptions and become one of the Reception sponsors!

Includes:

  • 3 Full Conference Registrations
  • Recognition of sponsorship on the Trade Show floor
  • Signage recognition as you enter the Trade Show
  • Sponsorship recognition on booth signage and balloons at booth 
  • One full color page, company Bio, or Ad in attendee handout information 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website  
  • Listing as a Trade Show Reception Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts.

Internet Café Sponsorship

The Internet Café will have a bank of at least four computers.  Attendees will be able to utilize the Café to access the Internet, send and check email, and connect with their organizations as well as do some quick research at the conference.  The Internet Café tends to attract lots of traffic, and will be located in a central area that is easily accessible to all conference attendees.

Includes:

  • 3 Full Conference Registrations
  • Your company’s home page as the Internet Café default home page
  • Sponsorship recognition on Internet Café Signage
  • Sponsorship recognition on booth signage and balloons at booth 
  • One full color page, company Bio, or Ad in attendee handout information 
  • Conference logo and link to company home page from NEARMUG website  
  • Listing as Internet Café Sponsor along with Company logo in color in attendee handouts. 

Other Sponsorship Opportunities include:

-Platinum Evening Event Sponsor
-Conference Badges and/or lanyards
-Attendee Welcome Gifts
-Notepads and pens
-Lunches, Breakfasts
and if that doesn't work, maybe we can customize something for you!

For more information or to discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Seann Jackson, NEARMUG 2008 Co-Chair at sjackson@nearmug2008.org or by phone at 401-868-2000 x2456.