Foundational Benefits for All Sponsors
Every sponsor at every level receives year-round recognition and resources, including:
- Recognition as a sponsor on the Association’s Annual Meeting page with a link to your organization’s website,
- Complimentary copy of the Municipal Officials and Legislative Directory (one copy),
- Complimentary subscription to the Municipal Association’s Uptown publication (one subscription), and
- Attendee list provided three weeks prior to conference and an updated copy at the conference. (List provides; contact name, title, organization, mailing address and phone number. The Municipal Association of SC does not provide email addresses.)
Key benefits
- Four complimentary Annual Meeting registrations
- Prominent logo on signage, program and mobile app
- Premier location and expanded exhibit booth (4 – 10x10 booth spaces on the end cap) at Exhibitor Showcase
- Opportunity for brief remarks during the Opening Session at the Annual Meeting
- Up to two hotel rooms in the host hotel during the Annual Meeting (The Association makes reservations, and company pays rates/fees.)
- One add-on opportunity (based on availability)
- Full-page ad in Annual Meeting program
- Box lunch on Friday of the Annual Meeting for 4 people (must order in advance)
Key benefits
- Three complimentary Annual Meeting registrations
- Logo on signage, program and mobile app
- Exhibit Booth at the Exhibitor Showcase
- Opportunity to purchase additional booth space
- Half-page ad in Annual Meeting program
- Box lunch on Friday of the Annual Meeting for 3 people (must order in advance)
Key benefits
- Two complimentary Annual Meeting registrations
- Company name on signage, program and mobile app
- Exhibit Booth at the Exhibitor Showcase
- Opportunity to purchase additional booth space
- one fourth-page ad in Annual Meeting program
- Box lunch on Friday of the Annual Meeting for 2 people (must order in advance)
Key benefits
- One complimentary Annual Meeting registration
- Company name on signage, program and mobile app
- Exhibit Booth at the Exhibitor Showcase (Not eligible to purchase additional booth space)
- Box lunch on Friday of the Annual Meeting for 1 person (must order in advance)
Key benefits
- 2 complimentary Annual Meeting Registrations
- Company name on signage, program and mobile app
- 30 x 30 space for a truck, heavy equipment vehicle or emergency vehicle (space located inside the Exhibit Showcase)
- Box lunch on Friday of the Annual Meeting for 2 people (must order in advance)
Add-on opportunities to increase your visibility:
(Must have purchased a sponsorship level. Logo items must be confirmed by July 1)
| Opportunity | Investment | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome Reception (1 available) | $2,500 | Signage with logo at reception, logo on cocktail napkins. (Must be secured by July 1) |
| Awards Luncheon (1 available) | $2,500 | Signage with logo, opportunity for brief remarks at podium, reserved table of 8 (tickets purchased separately). |
| Saturday Evening Event (1 available) | $2,500 | Signage with logo at event, reserved table of 8 (tickets purchased separately), logo on t-shirt. (Must be secured by July 1) |
| Refreshment Break (3 available) | $1,500 | Signage with logo during break, logo on napkins. (Must be secured by July 1) |
| Hydration Station (2 available) | $1,500 | Signage with logo at break station with logo on cups. (Must be secured by July 1) |
Additional 10x10 booth - $1000 (only eligible for Gold and Silver Sponsors)
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High-Visibility Opportunities at Annual Meeting (Sponsorship Level Not Required)
2027 Annual Meeting Sponsorship
Sponsorship for keycard and conference bag opportunities must be secured by July 1 for printing and shipping requirements.
| Exclusive Opportunity | Investment | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Keycard (1 available) | $5,000 | Your logo on hotel room keys at the host hotel given to each attendee. |
| Conference Bag (1 available) | $5,000 | Your logo on the conference bag for each attendee. |
| Lounge Sponsor (1 available) | $5,000 | Sponsor our soft seating area giving attendees a place to relax, recharge and connect. Logo recognition within the lounge area. |
Please note:
- The Municipal Association of South Carolina must receive full payment no later than July 1, 2027 or your company will not be listed in the conference materials, signage, etc.
- Once you have selected your booth location (first come, first serve), payment is required within five days.
- Additional services, e.g., electricity, extension cord, power strip, etc. can be purchased directly through the Myrtle Beach Convention Center (link will be provided at a later date).
- Tables, chairs, linens, carpet, bar stools, etc. can be purchased through Crisp Event Rentals (additional information will be provided at a later date).
To become a sponsor and to purchase your add-on sponsorship, complete the sponsor interest form. Once the form has been reviewed and approved by the Association, an invoice will be emailed to you for online payment by Visa or Mastercard. Sponsorships must be purchased and paid online using a Visa or MasterCard. When requesting an exhibit booth, payment must be made within five days or the booth may be sold to another sponsor.
Participation as a Municipal Association of South Carolina sponsor shall not imply, nor be considered or presented as, an endorsement by the Association of any service or product provided by the company.
The Municipal Association of South Carolina executive director reserves the right, for cause shown, to disapprove an application, or terminate an existing participation. Partisan political organizations will not be permitted to become a sponsor. Submission of a commitment form does not guarantee confirmation of selection. A staff member from the Municipal Association will be in contact regarding specifics and invoicing.
Use of the Municipal Association of South Carolina logos, the acronym “MASC” and the organization name “Municipal Association of South Carolina” without the prior authorization and express written permission of the Association is prohibited by Association sponsors and exhibitors.
Sponsorship of, or Membership to the Municipal Association of South Carolina and/or any of its affiliate groups is not tax deductible as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes. Exhibit booth payment is nonrefundable.