Why Sponsor
Be a leader in strengthening America’s backbone at CIM2026. Held in Cleveland’s hardworking heart, this conference brings together 300 top executives, investors, and policymakers to rebuild our energy, supply chains, and defenses. Sponsoring puts your company front and center as a key player in keeping America strong and secure. Huge thanks to our amazing sponsors who make this critical event happen!
Increased brand exposure
Showcase expertise through speaking
Deeper networking opportunities
Shape industry trends
Sponsorship Levels
We have a sponsorship to fit your goals and set your company apart. Sponsorship benefits vary but generally include visibility in our conference guide, event marketing and on-site signage. Review the sponsorship packages below for each level of benefit.
Conference Sponsor
There are programs that fit all budgets. So you have a unique sponsorship idea? We’re all ears. Reach out to Chad Treboniak at info@criticalops.com with questions or suggestions.
Title | $20,000
- Keynote Presentation (60-minutes)
- Fireside Chat at lunch on day 1 (15-minutes)
- Event title marketing listed as “Sponsored by”
- Dedicated 1-on-1 meeting room
- Promotion on all marketing and on-site signage
- Full-page advertisement in the printed program
- Exhibit space in prime location
- Complimentary Conference tickets for six (6) attendees
Presenting | $15,000
- Event title marketing listed as “In association with [lead sponsor]”
- Promotion on all marketing and on-site signage
- Demonstration during a networking break (15-minutes)
- Panelist selection, two (2)
- Dedicated 1-on-1 meeting room
- Half-page advertisement in the printed program
- Exhibit space in prime location
- Meeting room branding
- Complimentary Conference tickets for six (6) attendees
Panel (5 available) | $7,500
- Event title marketing listed as “[Panel] sponsored by”
- Promotion on all on-site marketing, website and two (2) social media posts
- Panelist selection, one (1)
- Shared 1-on-1 meeting room
- Demonstration after panel (10-minutes)
- Quarter-page advertisement in the printed program
- Exhibit space
- Complimentary Conference tickets for two (2) attendees
Parking (1 available) | $2,500
- Logo in printed program and on-site signage
- Mention in the opening remarks
- Option to provide branded swag (1 x small item or 2 x pieces of literature) for attendee bags
- Complimentary Conference tickets for two (2) attendees
*Small item subject to approval. Must be hand-held like a pen or a small notebook.
Attendee Bag (1 available) | $1,500
- Logo on the attendee bag
- Mention in the opening remarks
- Option to provide branded swag (1 x small item or 2 x pieces of literature) for attendee bags
- Complimentary Conference tickets for two (2) attendees
*Small item subject to approval. Must be hand-held like a pen or a small notebook.
Growth (8 available) | $500
- Logo on the event website
- Mention in the opening remarks
- Option to provide branded swag (1 x small item* or 2 x pieces of literature) for attendee bags
- Complimentary Conference ticket for one (1) attendee
*Small item subject to approval. Must be hand-held like a pen or a small notebook.
Group Sales
This unique sponsorship combines high-impact visibility with premium networking opportunities, ideal for showcasing your company. Invite clients or prospects to drive new business, or use it as a professional development experience for your team.
Friend | $1,750
- Logo on one (1) conference table
- Logo inside of the printed program
- Exhibit space with all included standard benefits
- Complimentary Conference tickets for five (5) attendees
Supporter | $2,500
- Logo on two (2) conference tables
- Logo inside of the printed program
- Exhibit space with all included standard benefits
- Complimentary Conference tickets for 10 attendees
Advocate | $3,500
- Logo on three (3) conference tables
- Logo inside of the printed program
- Exhibit space with all included standard benefits
- Complimentary Conference tickets for 15 attendees
Champion | $5,000
- Logo on four (4) conference tables
- Logo inside of the printed program
- Exhibit space with all included standard benefits
- Complimentary Conference tickets for 25 attendees
Category Sponsor Add-On | $1,000
Elevate your brand as an industry leader with this exclusive add-on. Select an available business category that aligns with your brand (e.g., Solar, Automotive), and we’ll feature you as the official Category Sponsor in the printed event program and across promotional materials.
Example: Solar Panel Manufacturer – Your Company
Reach out today to kick off your CIM 2026 sponsorship!