Sponsorship Packages

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July 13–16, 2027 · The Skirvin Hotel, Oklahoma City

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Sponsors and attendees networking at the Catholic Media Conference

Elevate your organization’s visibility and influence by sponsoring the Catholic Media Conference. Sponsorships provide a terrific opportunity to connect directly with your target audience, offering valuable insights into their interests and goals. These connections can inspire impactful marketing strategies, refine your products or services, and shape long-term planning — all while positioning your brand as a leader in the field.

Level Rate
Gold Sponsorship $17,325
Silver Sponsorship $11,550
Bronze Sponsorship $5,775
Friends of CMC Starting at $500

Gold Sponsorship

$17,325

Gold Sponsors serve as foundational partners of the Catholic Media Conference, anchoring a premier general event and receiving the highest level of physical, print and digital exposure throughout the week.

Catholic Press Awards at a past Catholic Media Conference

Benefits

  • Premium location along high-traffic corridor thoroughfares (first choice of location)
  • Four complimentary full conference registrations, including all workshop sessions, daily luncheons and the Friday evening Catholic Media Awards Banquet
  • Reserved table of 10 at your sponsored keynote or evening banquet
  • Exclusive featured sponsor banner and organization spotlight in all three editions of the daily attendee morning newsletter (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday)New for 2027
  • Top-level banner placement on the mobile conference schedule and premier profile in the website sponsor directoryNew for 2027
  • Full-page color advertisement in the printed conference program guide
  • Prominent logo placement on general session walk-in presentation slides and onsite signage
  • Full attendee roster provided pre-conference and post-conference
  • Single-page flyer or item inserted into attendee registration bags (est. 300 pieces)
  • Podium recognition and five to 10 minutes for remarks or a presentation during your hosted general event

Gold Sponsor Event Options

Make a great impression with attendees at the kick-off events for the Catholic Media Conference. Hosting an event will put your organization in front of CMA members, giving you exposure throughout the conference.

Wednesday: Opening Lunch and Keynote Event.  Only one available.

Thursday: Cardinal John P. Foley Award Luncheon.  Only one available.

Friday: St. Francis de Sales Award Luncheon.  Only one available.

Friday evening: Create a lasting impression of your support for Catholic media at the Catholic Media Awards event. This is the highlight of the conference, attended by members, bishops and dignitaries recognizing excellence in Catholic journalism and communications.  Only one available.

Silver Sponsorship

$11,550

Silver Sponsors host a featured daytime program or hospitality service during the conference, receiving prominent visibility in the corridors and direct integration into attendee schedules.

Cardinal John P. Foley Award presentation at a past Catholic Media Conference

Benefits

  • Prime location along primary conference corridors (based on availability)
  • Two complimentary full conference registrations, including all workshop sessions, daily luncheons and the Friday evening Catholic Media Awards Banquet
  • Five reserved seats at your sponsored meal event
  • Featured banner and organization profile in one designated daily attendee morning newsletter, plus logo placement in all newsletter footersNew for 2027
  • Prominent profile in the website sponsor directory and direct sponsor integration within your hosted event listing on the mobile scheduleNew for 2027
  • Half-page color advertisement in the printed conference program guide
  • Logo recognition on onsite signage, website and general walk-in presentation slides
  • Full attendee roster provided pre-conference and post-conference
  • Single-page flyer or item inserted into attendee registration bags (est. 300 pieces)
  • Podium recognition and brief comments read about your organization from the podium

Silver Sponsor Event Options

Co-sponsor a Lunch Program — Wednesday, Thursday or Friday

Promote your organization onstage during a lunchtime event. Deliver remarks, share a video presentation, host a raffle or make a special announcement. Limited availability.

Coffee and Hospitality Host (Wednesday, Thursday and Friday morning) — Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday

Serve as the exclusive host of all five official refreshment breaks in the exhibit hall. Includes dedicated signage at all beverage stations, high-top table displays, app break listings, an opening morning push notification and the option to provide branded cup sleeves or napkins. Only one available.New for 2027

Host a Breakfast Program — Wednesday, Thursday or Friday

Promote your organization onstage during a special breakfast event. Deliver remarks, share a video presentation, host a raffle or make a special announcement. Limited availability.New for 2027

Bronze Sponsorship

$5,775

Bronze Sponsors receive essential brand visibility, face-to-face engagement along session walkways and entry into conference programming.

Attendees networking at a past Catholic Media Conference

Benefits

  • Choice of location within the conference exhibit area (based on availability)
  • One complimentary full conference registration, including all workshop sessions, daily luncheons and the Friday evening Catholic Media Awards Banquet
  • Organization logo featured in the footer of all three daily attendee morning newslettersNew for 2027
  • Company listing with logo, link and corridor location in the website sponsor directoryNew for 2027
  • Quarter-page color advertisement in the printed conference program guide
  • Logo recognition on general conference signage and website
  • Full attendee roster provided post-conference
  • Single-page flyer inserted into attendee registration bags (est. 300 pieces)

Bronze Sponsor Event Options

Tuesday Pre-conference Welcome and Networking Event

Gain visibility while supporting an evening of networking, as attendees reconnect and build new relationships. Limited availability.

Wednesday or Thursday Networking and Informational Event

Be the exclusive host of an informational or networking event on Wednesday or Thursday evening.  Limited availability.

Friday Evening Pre-Awards Reception

Sponsor the annual reception that leads into the conference’s biggest night at the Catholic Media Awards and 61st Annual Gabriel Awards Celebration.  Limited availability.

Ready to go?

Visit our CMC sponsorship listings page to get started.

Rob DeFrancesco, Executive Director rdefrancesco@catholicmediaassociation.org · (312) 380-6789
Meg Plummer, Membership Coordinator mplummer@catholicmediaassociation.org · (312) 380-6789
Terry Wessels, CMC Meeting Planner twessels@catholicmediaassociation.org

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