Did you know that you can sponsor a future HSMAI Austin Chapter meeting for as little as $500?  Read on for more opportunities below & contact Natalie Kennedy for more information.

The following organizations have contributed to the growth and leadership of HSMAI Austin Chapter.

HSMAI Austin Sponsorship Opportunities

Non-members and members alike can be an HSMAI Austin sponsor to gain access to the Austin hospitality marketplace and get the word out about their business. Partnering with HSMAI Austin can increase your bottom-line by putting you directly in front of those who make buying decisions.

Depending on the investment level selected, sponsors are invited to attend Austin events; are recognized in print and verbal mention; and provided web links to their businesses on HSMAI Austin’s website.

Connecting with HSMAI professionals through online sponsorship builds brand awareness and sales by advertising in publications read by over 20,000 members of the hospitality community quarterly, giving you a huge advantage over competitors.

Studies have shown that 70% of members manage their businesses through online distribution channels. Members are looking to buy anything from advertising, cell phones, copiers , printers, and laptops to promotional items, revenue management systems and web design; and that’s just to name a few. If you are a part of any of these businesses, you could take advantage of a comprehensive list of hospitality providers in your area and around the world.

How to Become a Member or Sponsor

To learn more about becoming an HSMAI Austin member, go to www.hsmai.org/members or email the Austin Membership Director, Kristi Carter at kcarter@supershuttle.net.

For more information on becoming an HSMAI Austin sponsor, call the Austin Director of Sponsorship, Natalie Kennedy at 512-899-8991 or email Natalie@destinationsbykennedy.com.

HSMAI AUSTIN SPONSORSHIP LEVELS 2012

PLATINUM Sponsor [$2,000 and up]

• One complimentary membership for one year to HSMAI Austin
• Announcement to distribution list of over 400 members/hospitality industry contacts via email, chapter website and social media
• A premium position banner ad on chapter website for duration of partnership
• Company logo/link on sponsor page of chapter website
• Company name listed as HSMAI Austin Partner on all HSMAI Austin meeting/event email notifications
• Three minute podium time for two meetings/events
• Company recognized verbally and in print as the HSMAI Austin Partner at all meetings/events
• Opportunity to display your company literature on the registration table at all meetings/events
• Opportunity to include marketing materials at each place setting at meetings
• Opportunity to promote your company’s product/service to the entire HSMAI Austin Chapter twice per year
• Company logo on email confirmations for all meetings/events
• Two complimentary seats per educational meeting (up to six meetings per year)
• Six mentions via chapter social media

GOLD Sponsor [$1,000 and up]

• Ad on chapter website for six months
• Company logo/link on sponsor page of chapter website for six months
• Company name listed as Gold Sponsor on HSMAI Austin meeting/event email notifications for six months
• Company recognized verbally as Sponsor at meetings/events for one year
• Opportunity to display your company literature on the registration table at one meeting/event
• Opportunity to include marketing materials at each place setting at one meeting/event
• Opportunity to promote your company’s product/service to the entire HSMAI Austin Chapter twice per year
• One complimentary seat per educational meeting (up to six meetings per year)
• Four mentions via chapter social media

SILVER Sponsor [$500 and up]

• Company logo and link on HSMAI Austin website for one month
• Company logo on email confirmations for sponsored meeting
• Company recognized verbally as Meeting Sponsor at sponsored meeting
• Three minutes podium time at sponsored meeting
• Opportunity to display your company literature on the registration table at sponsored meeting
• Opportunity to include marketing materials at each place setting at sponsored meeting
• Two complimentary seats at sponsored meeting
• Two mentions via chapter social media

BRONZE Sponsor [$250 and up]

• Company recognized verbally as Table Sponsor at sponsored meeting
• Company name on table signage
• Table for ten at sponsored meeting

HSMAI Austin’s goal is to be the leading source for sales and marketing information, knowledge, business development, and networking for professionals in tourism, travel, and hospitality. Your commitment and support is much appreciated and we look forward to growing our industry together.