Annual NFA Conference SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2019
ABOUT US NATIONAL FLOOD ASSOCIATION WHO WE ARE The National Flood Association is a non-profit organization that promotes sound policymaking to support the long-term viability of the National Flood Insurance Program and the private flood market. The NFA s membership is comprised of flood determination companies, flood vendors, claims adjusters, lenders, insurers, agents and other flood industry stakeholders. OUR MISSION To promote flood industry guidelines of standards and ethics To increase awareness and understanding of the role of the many flood industry stakeholders To actively engage in the exchange of information and communication among stakeholders To deliver a collective member voice for legislative and regulatory issues
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE NFA s Annual Conference brings together stakeholders from all reaches of the flood industry into a single forum for the purpose of discussing current flood-related issues. CTPs NFIP Claims Realtors Educate Inform Collaborate Lenders WYOs The conference program features top experts from FEMA, the ASFPM, NFIP Mapping Contractors, WYO Companies, Insurance Carriers and Agents, Claims Management Firms, Lending Institutions, Industry Trade Organiza- tions and many others, making it an excellent educational opportunity for anyone with an interest in the NFIP and flood-related topics. Local Officials Flood Vendors Agents The conference is structured to also promote networking throughout the event, from the Sunday Meet & Greet reception to the All-Conference Dinner on Monday night, and during the many breaks in between!
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING: The joint sessions were great! Loved the size of attendee group, the presence of FEMA and their presentations. It s a great chance to collaborate with peers. Staff is friendly and the length of the conference is perfect. The panel discussions really help shed some light not on just one perspective, but all areas that are affected. The expertise and conversation go a long way at helping all involved understand the overall process and bring awareness. Excellent variety of professionals in the flood space. The venue is also fantastic. -- Loved the variety of relevant content, high quality speakers, diversity of stakeholder groups and I love the raffle it is fun! Topics were spot-on. Panel members were exceptional. Loved the availability of speakers and that everybody is in one room. -- The event is well organized and informative. Friendly staff. Big enough yet still intimate. Great venue! Facilities are great, the food is fantastic, and the content is relevant. -- Time management & accommodations are done very well. -- Intimate setting with varied industry leaders. Variety of topics & presenters. Loved that attendance was up this year & the increased networking. -- FEMA speakers were great and provided relevant info.
WHY SPONSOR? NFA ANNUAL CONFERENCE Sponsorship opportunities for the 2019 National Flood Association Conference offer: Networking with a highly-targeted audience This is the best chance of the year to network with such a highly targeted audience. You will be able to connect with industry stakeholders from flood determination companies, flood vendors, lenders, FEMA partners and Write-Your-Own insurance companies for two full days in one captive location. Unparalleled educational opportunities You will have the opportunity to gain exclusive information from FEMA representatives and learn about the latest trends in the flood industry. NFA serves as a trusted resource for other industry stakeholders by providing a forum to discuss solutions to challenges with mapping, flood determination discrepancies, legal issues related to flood risk information and matters impacting the NFIP such as the implementation of BW12. Tremendous exposure At a minimum, your company will be fully recognized via signs, announcements, onsite printed programs, etc. for its sponsorship during the event. You can distribute literature and have access to the attendee list of registrants. You will have exposure on the NFA website and in our post-conference newsletter.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS MONDAY NIGHT DINNER Monday night is a group dinner for all conference attendees a great stage to network and get to know industry colleagues. Company visibility is exceptional for this well-attended dinner. SOLD Additional Benefits: - Company representative introduced as dinner sponsor $4,500 - Logo on signage at entrance to dinner and on tables - One free registration MONDAY LUNCH Attendees will be enthusiastic about this first meeting day, and eager to learn about the attending organizations. Company visibility is broad for this networking lunch. Additional Benefits: - Company representative introduced as lunch sponsor - Logo on signage at entrance to lunch TUESDAY BREAKFAST Breakfast is the best way to jump start your day. Take advantage of this opportunity to resonate with conference attendees as they prepare for a day of informative sessions. Additional Benefits: - Company representative introduced as dinner sponsor - Logo on signage at entrance to breakfast SUNDAY SOCIAL Help kick-off this year s conference by sponsoring light refreshments for the opening networking reception. Additional Benefit: - Logo on signage at entrance to event $3,500 $3,300 $3,000 *If you are interested in co-sponsoring, please email us! conferenceregistration@nfdaflood.com
ALL LEVELS INCLUDE: Company name and logo on signage Opportunity to display company materials on an exhibitor table Company logo shown with all attendee promotions, on our website for conference updates and with company write-up in the post-conference newsletter (See Page 10 for Guidelines and details) TUESDAY LUNCH Sponsor the casual lunch before the new afternoon breakout sessions. MONDAY BREAKS Everyone appreciates a break! Sponsor the coffee and snack set-ups on the first day of the conference. $1,750 each TUESDAY REFRESHMENTS Sponsor the coffee and snack set-up on the second day of the conference. $1,600 each or *special offer* $2,700 for both from a single sponsor ONE LEFT! $2,900 $1,750 $2,700 CONFERENCE ROOM WIFI Help the conference attendees stay connected during the conference by sponsoring WiFi in the meeting rooms that everyone can utilize during the sessions. Sponsor one day for 1,500 or both days for $2,500 from a single sponsor $1,500 per day *If you are interested in co-sponsoring, please email us! conferenceregistration@nfdaflood.com
GET RECOGNIZED! BE A RAFFLE SPONSOR! About the Raffle Our raffle is a hit! Increase your visibility by sponsoring raffle items to give away during the conference! Two ways to sponsor Select items from our list or pick your own! Benefits of Raffle Item Sponsorship Your company s name and logo in conference materials and raffle information, a photo of a representative from your company with the winner of your sponsored item on our website How to become a raffle sponsor If you would like to sponsor one or more raffle items, please contact the conference coordinator
EXHIBITOR INCREASE YOUR VISIBILITY EXHIBITOR BOOTH : PROMOTE YOUR ORGANIZATION! $500 DETAILS: Exhibitors will be provided with a 6-ft. skirted table to showcase company materials for brand promotion Acceptable booths include table top, banner stands or similar displays, and company collateral We can accommodate space for six exhibitors, who will be invited to set up inside the meeting room Exhibit space is limited and will be offered on a first come, first served basis. Internet and electric connections are not included in the exhibitor fee and are the responsibility of the exhibitor * Note that a company does not have to be a sponsor to purchase exhibitor space
National Flood Association, 2019 SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS & GUIDELINES NFA Sponsorships All sponsorship opportunities are first come, first served with no priority given to particular organizations All sponsors will receive equitable exposure to meeting registrants via our website, newsletter, conference program materals, signage at the sponsored event, etc. Each sponsorship in excess of $4,000 (single or cumulative) will qualify the sponsor organization for one registration at no cost * Raffle Contributors and Exhibitors do not qualify for this offer All sponsors will be invoiced prior to the conference and payment must be received by March 10th All sponsors can display organization information on designated tables inside the conference room If you are interested in sponsoring, please email the Conference Coordinator at conferenceregistration@nfdaflood.com THANK YOU FOR PARTNERING WITH US!