2027 Sponsorship Packages

Name: Associated Equipment Distributors
Address: 650 E Algonquin Rd., STE 305, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, US
Telephone: 630-574-0650

To purchase any of the sponsorships below or to inquire about their availability, please contact us at aedsummit@aednet.org with the item / event your are interested in sponsoring.

NOTE: Clicking on any of the items below will open an email to further inquire about availability.

SPONSORSHIP NOTES:

All sponsorships include first right of refusal for the 2028 AED Summit available until 90 days after the conclusion of the 2027 AED Summit unless otherwise noted
All sponsors will be listed on the Summit sponsor board with company logos
All sponsors will be featured in rotating General Sessions slides
All sponsors will be listed on the Summit website prior to the event
All sponsors will be provided with the attendee registration list in electronic format
All sponsorship rates below are AED members rates. Non-member rates are priced at 2x the member rates
Discounted Summit registration rate of $540 per person is provided for sponsorships totaling $3000 or more

Keynote Dinner Host - with General Mark A. Milley $50,000

SUMMIT EVENTS – EXCLUSIVE – BRAND AWARNESS – VIP

Take center stage at the most prestigious evening of the AED Summit by becoming the Keynote Dinner Host Sponsor. This premier sponsorship opportunity puts your brand in the spotlight, ensuring maximum visibility and engagement with top industry executives, decision-makers, and influencers.

As the official dinner host, your company will be recognized as a key supporter of the industry, with exclusive branding and high-level networking opportunities. From a prominent logo display to a powerful on-stage presence, this sponsorship delivers unmatched exposure and prestige.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
✅ Premier Branding – Your company name featured on all event materials as the official dinner host.
✅ VIP Seating & Networking – Two (2) seats at the exclusive head table and three reserved tables (30 seats total) for your team and guests.
✅ Command the Stage – Deliver the welcome speech and introduce the keynote speaker to an audience of industry leaders.
✅ Elite Photo Opportunities – 12 professional photos with the keynote speaker to enhance your brand’s prestige.
✅VIP Access – VIP reception passes for all company staff to connect with top executives before the dinner.
✅VIP Roundtable – Two (2) seats for the roundtable meeting with the keynote speaker before dinner.

This is your moment to shine—host the most anticipated event of the AED Summit and leave a lasting impression on the industry’s top decision-makers!

NOTE: Sponsor is responsible for filling the seats at the reserved tables. AED reserves the right to fill available seats at the start of the dinner.

Keynote Dinner Premium Wine SOLD

SUMMIT EVENTS – EXCLUSIVE – BRAND AWARNESS – VIP

Elevate your brand and captivate industry leaders by becoming the Premium Wine Sponsor for the Keynote Dinner at the AED Summit. This exclusive sponsorship positions your company at the forefront of an elite gathering, where top executives, decision-makers, and influencers in the equipment industry come together for an evening of networking, fine dining, and inspiration.

As the Premium Wine Sponsor, your brand will be prominently showcased at the dinner. Guests will raise their glasses to your company’s commitment to excellence, associating your name with a sophisticated, high-caliber experience.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
✅ Brand Visibility – Logo placement on event signage, menus, and digital promotions.
✅ Exclusive Recognition – The sponsor has the option to address the dinner attendees and introduce themselves and the wine selections to the attendees at the start of the keynote dinner.
✅ Elite Networking – Reserved seating for 20 at the dinner. 8 photos with keynote speaker and VIP reception passes for Meet & Greet event for all company staff

NOTE: Sponsor is responsible for filling the seats at the reserved tables. AED reserves the right to fill available seats at the start of the dinner.

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Keynote Dinner Gold Package $15,000

SUMMIT EVENTS – BRAND AWARNESS – VIP

Elevate your brand and gain premium access to the AED Summit’s Keynote Dinner with the Gold Sponsorship. This elite opportunity ensures your company is recognized among top industry executives while providing exclusive networking and branding benefits.

As a Gold Sponsor, your company will enjoy prominent name recognition, prime reserved seating, and VIP access to the industry’s most influential gathering. This is your chance to align your brand with the leaders shaping the future of the equipment industry.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
✅ Brand Recognition – Your company name featured on all event materials.
✅ Prime Seating – Reserved seating for 20 guests at the keynote dinner.
✅ Elite Photo Opportunity – 8 professional photos with the keynote speaker.
✅ VIP Access – VIP reception passes for all company staff, offering exclusive networking with industry leaders.

NOTE: Sponsor is responsible for filling the seats at the reserved tables. AED reserves the right to fill available seats at the start of the dinner.

Keynote Dinner Silver Package $10,000

SUMMIT EVENTS – BRAND AWARNESS – VIP

Elevate your brand and gain premium access to the AED Summit’s Keynote Dinner with the Silver Sponsorship. This elite opportunity ensures your company is recognized among top industry executives while providing exclusive networking and branding benefits.

As a Silver Sponsor, your company will enjoy prominent name recognition, prime reserved seating, and VIP access to the industry’s most influential gathering. This is your chance to align your brand with the leaders shaping the future of the equipment industry.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
✅ Brand Recognition – Your company name featured on all event materials.
✅ Prime Seating – Reserved seating for 10 guests at the keynote dinner.
✅ Elite Photo Opportunity – 4 professional photos with the keynote speaker.
✅ VIP Access – VIP reception passes for all company staff, offering exclusive networking with industry leaders.

NOTE: Sponsor is responsible for filling the seats at the reserved table. AED reserves the right to fill available seats at the start of the dinner.

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Keynote Dinner Bronze Package $5,000

SUMMIT EVENTS – BRAND AWARNESS – VIP

Elevate your brand and gain premium access to the AED Summit’s Keynote Dinner with the Bronze Sponsorship. This elite opportunity ensures your company is recognized among top industry executives while providing exclusive networking and branding benefits.

As a Bronze Sponsor, your company will enjoy prominent name recognition, prime reserved seating, and VIP access to the industry’s most influential gathering. This is your chance to align your brand with the leaders shaping the future of the equipment industry.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
✅ Brand Recognition – Your company name featured on all event materials.
✅ Prime Seating – Reserved seating for 5 guests at the keynote dinner. (shared table)
✅ Elite Photo Opportunity – 2 professional photos with the keynote speaker.
✅ VIP Access – Meet & Greet reception passes for all company staff, offering exclusive networking with industry leaders.

NOTE: Sponsor is responsible for filling the allotted seats at the reserved table. AED reserves the right to fill available seats at the start of the dinner.

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Keynote Dinner Reserved Table $3,000

SUMMIT EVENTS – BRAND AWARNESS

Guarantee your spot at the most anticipated event of the AED Summit with a Reserved Table Sponsorship at the Keynote Dinner! This exclusive opportunity ensures you and your guests have a dedicated table for 10 in the general seating area—no need to worry about the rush for first-come, first-served seating.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
✅ Guaranteed Seating – One reserved table for 10 at the keynote dinner.
✅ Convenience & Comfort – Enjoy a stress-free evening with your team and guests.
✅ Prime Networking – Be part of an elite gathering with top industry professionals.

Limited availability —secure your reserved table now and enjoy a premier experience at the AED Summit’s Keynote Dinner!

NOTE: Sponsor is responsible for filling the seats at the reserved tables. AED reserves the right to fill available seats at the start of the dinner. NOTE: Sponsorship does not include VIP reception access or photos

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General Session $20,000 (1 available)

SUMMIT EVENTS – EXCLUSIVE – BRAND AWARNESS

Command the stage and gain premium exposure by sponsoring a General Session at the AED Summit—the largest and most influential gatherings of the entire conference. This exclusive sponsorship opportunity places your company in front of hundreds of industry leaders, executives, and decision-makers during a high-profile session.

Sponsorship Benefits Include:
Take the Stage – A company representative will have up to 2 to 3 minutes to introduce your company and share insights on your business and the industry.
Unmatched Exclusively for Visibility – Speak in front of the largest audiences at the AED Summit.
High-Level Brand Exposure – Your sponsorship ensures maximum recognition as a key industry supporter.

This is the sponsorship opportunity to showcase your brand, demonstrate thought leadership, and make a lasting impact on the industry’s top professionals.

Monday, January 25th - Sal Guinta, Medal of Honor Recipient
Uncommon Valor: The Importance of Teamwork, Sacrifice, and Leadership

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Tuesday, January 26th - Ashely Reichheld
Trust is the Ultimate Competitive Advantage

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Wednesday, January 27th - Taylor St. Germain
Prospering Though the Cycle
Available

Onsite Branding: Gatlin Foyer Stairs $8,500

BRAND AWARENESS - DRIVE BOOTH/SUITE TRAFFIC

Make a bold impression at one of the Summit’s key transition points. This high-impact branding opportunity transforms the 29 stair risers leading from the Conference Center Rotunda to the Gatlin Foyer into a prominent, full-staircase graphic featuring your company’s branding.

The Gatlin Foyer serves as the location for Summit Registration and access to CONDEX, giving your brand strong visibility as attendees move between these important Summit destinations.

Sponsorship includes:
✅ Custom branding across all 29 stair risers
✅ Printing and production of the complete staircase graphic
✅ Large-format visual presence along a prominent attendee pathway

This distinctive sponsorship provides an opportunity to showcase your brand on a highly visible architectural feature and create a memorable first impression for Summit attendees.

NOTE: Sponsorship can be combied with the Panzacola Foyer Stairs branding (if available) for $13,600

Onsite Branding: Panzaola Foyer Stairs $8,500

BRAND AWARENESS - DRIVE BOOTH/SUITE TRAFFIC

Make a bold impression as Summit attendees travel from the Conference Center Rotunda to the Panzacola Ballroom, home to the Summit General Sessions, Fundraising Gala and Keynote Dinner. This prominent branding opportunity transforms the staircase into a large-format graphic featuring your company’s branding.

With attendees using this route to reach some of the Summit’s signature events, the Panzacola stairs provide a distinctive opportunity to put your brand along an important attendee pathway.

Sponsorship includes:
✅ Custom branding across the stair risers
✅ Printing and production of the complete staircase graphic
✅ Large-format visual presence leading to the Panzacola Ballroom

Turn a highly visible architectural feature into a memorable brand statement and showcase your company as attendees make their way to some of the Summit’s most important programs and events.

NOTE: Sponsorship can be combied with the Gatlin Foyer Stairs branding (if available) for $13,600

Onsite Branding: Big Paper Illustrator Sponsorship SOLD

BRAND AWARENESS - DRIVE BOOTH/SUITE TRAFFIC

Turning Summit Insights into Lasting Visual Stories

Bring your brand to life by sponsoring one of the most engaging and memorable experiences at the AED Summit—the Big Paper Illustrator. Throughout the Summit, a professional graphic recorder will capture the most important ideas, discussions, and takeaways from General Sessions and Education Sessions in real time, transforming complex presentations into vibrant, large-format visual summaries. As attendees watch key messages come to life through live illustration, these oversized graphic recordings become a focal point for conversation, learning, and networking. The completed boards create an interactive Gallery Walk experience where attendees gather, review session highlights, photograph the artwork, and share images across social media—extending the reach of both the content and your brand.

Sponsorship Benefits:
✅ Integrated Branding: Your company logo will be prominently incorporated into every illustration board created during the Summit.
✅ Gallery Walk Recognition: Your brand will be featured on a dedicated appreciation board displayed alongside the completed artwork in the Gallery Walk area.
✅ Digital Visibility: Banner advertisements (600px x 90px) will appear on the mobile-friendly download pages linked through the Summit app, where attendees can instantly access and download digital copies of the illustrations.
✅ Extended Brand Life: The completed illustration boards will be displayed throughout AED headquarters for the following year, providing ongoing visibility to members, industry leaders, and guests visiting the offices.
✅ Social Media Exposure: Graphic recording boards are among the most photographed and shared assets at conferences, generating additional impressions and organic engagement long after the event concludes.
✅ Association with Innovation and Learning: Align your company with one of the Summit's most creative educational experiences, demonstrating your support for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and attendee engagement.

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