MA South 2026 - Partnership Guide

2026 PARTNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Updated August 2025 v1

WE ARE EXCITED TO SHARE OUR PARTNERSHIP PACKAGES WITH YOU FOR THE M&A SOUTH 2026

The 24th annual edition of M&A South, the preeminent sourcing, networking, and educational event for dealmakers in the Southern United States is set for February 2-4, 2026, at The Hotel at Avalon. We are planning another high-quality and high-impact event that will allow for great networking and learning opportunities while offering the premier experiecne our audience Expects from ACG Atlanta.

Our event in February will have ample space throughout the venue forconnecting, meeting, and dealmaking.

Thanks to our partner’s wonderful, consistent support, M&A South has become the #1 dealmaking event in the South. As the first major M&A conference of the calendar year, this event provides a prime opportunity for participants to fill their deal pipelines and gain valuable insights from industry thought leaders. Partners like yourselves capitalize on this unique environment with opportunities to market their brands and M&A-related capabilities to an attractive audience of senior dealmakers and capital providers.

The event will be supplemented with pre-event marketing via social media that highlights our partner firms’ participation and support while empowering additional engagement with attendees and others in the ACG ecosystem. Partnership also affords the opportunity for additional meeting tables and content curation, allowing your brand to be presented in more ways than ever.

We appreciate your support and consideration and look forward to having you as an M&A South partner in 2026!

Best regards, John McCarty Managing Director, Star Mountain Capital Chair, M&A South 2026 ACG Atlanta M&A South 2026 | 1

NEW IN 2026!

Expanded networking and meetings with attendees Unique opportunities for sponsors to provide thought leadership and rich panel content online Additional branding opportunities via introductions, ads, and social media Content focus for C-Suite executives and what attendees can share with your clients Flexible sponsorship packages - Customize your benefits (including attendance) based on what is best for YOUR firm and ROI. Additional opportunities for Emerging Leaders and Women to network and meet in a smaller setting

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Please contact ACG Atlanta Staff 404-846-4455 | acgatlanta@acg.org

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PLATINUM - $27,500 - SOLD OUT Stage Time during conference on-site and streamed (can pre-record if preferred) Branded Email (1) – Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta Private Meeting Room located off of the main conference floor Highest Level Logo Presence Exclusive Signage in a private room and welcome banner Priority for a Content Speaking Opportunity Headshot appearance in Email, Digital Signage, and Conference Program 2 DAY PREMIUM Sponsor Parcel (several layouts to choose from) Full-page Ad in the Conference Program First Priority to add a booth experience or giveaway item at a discount 10 Conference Attendees 2 Evening Reception Attendees (Not valid for conference admission) Admission for 2 to speaker Meet & Greets (must be registered conference attendees) (if applicable) Admission for 1 to the Corporate Development session (must be registered conference attendee) Level 1 access to event attendee list

OPENING RECEPTION - $20,500 - SOLD OUT Welcome Remarks at reception Branded Email (1) – Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta Significant Logo Presence Exclusive Signage at Reception Headshot appearance in Email and Conference Program 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table Table at Reception ½ Page Ad in the Conference Program Priority to add a booth experience or giveaway item at a discount 8 Conference Attendees

SMART BADGE - $20,000 - SOLD OUT Branded Email (1) – Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta Highest Level Logo Presence Exclusive Signage with Badge Instructions Priority for a Content Speaking Opportunity Logo included on badge Logo cobranded with ACG for contact saving 2 DAY PREMIUM Sponsor Parcel (several layouts to choose from) ½ page Ad in the Conference Program Priority to add a booth experience or giveaway item at a discount 7 Conference Attendees

KEYNOTE - $17,500 Stage time to introduce Speaker on-site & streamed (can pre-record if preferred) Branded Email (1) – Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta Highest Level Logo Presence Exclusive Signage in on stage during session Headshot appearance in Email, Digital Signage, and Conference Program Headshot appearance announcing speaker(s) 2 DAY PREMIUM Sponsor Parcel (several layouts to choose from) ½ page Ad in the Conference Program Priority to add a booth experience or giveaway item at a discount 7 Conference Attendees Level 1 access to event attendee list **Customize your benefits (including attendance) based on what is the best for YOUR firm.

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GOLD - $16,500 Highest Level Logo Presence Priority for a Content Speaking Opportunity Category Exclusive Ability to submit a Thought Leadership piece Headshot appearance on Digital Signage and in Conference Program 2 DAY PREMIUM Sponsor Parcel (several layouts to choose from) ½ page Ad in the Conference Program 7 Conference attendees 2 Evening Reception Attendees (Not valid for conference admission) Admission for 1 to speaker Meet & Greet (must be registered conference attendees) (if applicable) Admission for 1 to the Corporate Development session (must be registered conference attendee) Level 1 access to event attendee list

CLOSING RECEPTION - $16,500 - SOLD OUT Highest Level Logo Presence Priority for a Content Speaking Opportunity Category Exclusive Headshot appearance on Digital Signage and in Conference Program 2 DAY PREMIUM Sponsor Parcel (several layouts to choose from) ½ page Ad in the Conference Program 7 Conference attendees 2 Closing Reception Attendees (Not valid for conference admission) Admission for 1 to speaker Meet & Greet (must be registered conference attendees) (if applicable) Admission for 1 to the Corporate Development session (must be registered conference attendee) Level 1 access to event attendee list

DEAL MAKERS LOUNGE - $14,500 - SOLD OUT Branded Email (1) - Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta through InFormz Significant Logo Presence Exclusive signage and logo exposure in Deal Makers Lounge 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 5 conference attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

SPECIALTY EVENT - $12,000 Selection of specialty event (Women’s Champagne Toast, Emerging Leaders Breakfast, Corporate Roundtable, Nightcap) Branded Email (1) – Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta through InFormz Highest Level Logo Presence Exclusive Signage at event Opportunity to Welcome Attendees at event Option to create gift bag for specialty event (at your cost) 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ½ page Ad in the Conference Program 4 Conference attendees Level 1 access to event attendee list **Customize your benefits (including attendance) based on what is the best for YOUR firm.

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SILVER - $11,500 Significant Logo Presence Category Exclusive Ability to submit Thought Leadership piece Headshot appearance on Digital Signage 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ½ page Ad in the Conference Program 4 Conference attendees 2 Evening Reception Attendees (Not valid for conference admission) Admission for 1 to speaker Meet & Greet (must be conference attendees) (if applicable) Level 1 access to event attendee list

LANYARD - $11,500 - SOLD OUT Meaningful Logo Presence Exclusive logo and signage on lanyard at Registration 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 4 Conference Attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

CONTENT - $9,500 Branded Email (1) - Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta through InFormz Significant Logo Presence Exclusive signage for session Moderator spot for content session (if applicable) Ability to submit thought leadership for publication after the conference 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 4 Conference attendees Admission for 1 to Corporate Development Session (must be registered conference attendee) Level 2 access to event attendee list

RIDE & RELAX - $9,500 - SOLD OUT Selection of travel specialty item (Uber Code, Hotel Key, Key Card holder) Meaningful Logo Presence Branded Reminder email to participants (Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta through InFormz Exclusive logo and signage during your break 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference Attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

NETWORKING BREAK - $9,500 Meaningful Logo Presence Branded Reminder email to participants (Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta through InFormz Exclusive logo and signage during your break 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference Attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

**Customize your benefits (including attendance) based on what is the best for YOUR firm.

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BOOTH EXPERIENCE - $9,500 Meaningful Logo Presence Experience at your booth or near location TBD with ACG Staff (ie: Mixologist, Shoeshine, Made to Measure clothing, Coffee Cart 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

GIVEAWAY- $8,000 Meaningful Logo Presence Exclusive logo on Giveaway and Swag option 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

ON-SITE WIRELESS - $7,500 - SOLD OUT Branded Email (1) - Content created and sent by ACG Atlanta through InFormz Meaningful Logo Presence Exclusive Logo and Signage with WiFi login information and splashpage 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

ON-SITE CHARGING - $7,500 - SOLD OUT Meaningful Logo Presence Exclusive Logo and Signage on charging station(s) 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

BRONZE - $6,500 Meaningful Logo Presence 2 DAY Strategic sponsor exhibit with dedicated meeting table ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 2 Conference attendees 2 Evening Reception Attendees (Not valid for conference admission) Level 2 access to event attendee list Firm Profile included in conference guide for Investment Banks, Mezzanine Funds, Private Equity Firms (if confirmed by deadlines)

SUPPORTING - $4,000 **Customize your benefits (including attendance) based on what is the best for YOUR firm.

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SUPPORTING - $4,000 Meaningful Logo Presence ¼ page Ad in the Conference Program 3 Conference attendees Level 2 access to event attendee list

**Customize your benefits (including attendance) based on what is the best for YOUR firm.

Important Notifications and Policies ACG Atlanta reserves the right to modify, substitute, or eliminate attendee, exhibitor and partner benefits if needed, if the benefit is unavailable, and/or to preserve the integrity of the conference attendees ‘ experience.

In order to be fair to all attendees and protect the investment of all conference partners, exhibitors and attendees, you agree not to create or promote outside activities or events that conflict with specific elements of the official posted conference agenda of the M&A South 2026 Conference from the stated time of registration opening and including the evening Event Reception on February 2nd through the stated end time of the conference on February 4th.

The intent of the provision of attendee lists is to facilitate targeted networking and meaningful business connections prior to, at, and directly following the event. Acceptance of the attendee list implies agreement to the specific terms and conditions stated on the attendee list. Additionally, the attendee list cannot be distributed to outside parties not directly associated with the event or conference, nor can it be used for mass solicitation purposes of any kind. Partners, exhibitors and registered attendees found to be in violation of ACG Atlanta policies and agreements voluntarily forfeit all of the remainder of the partnership or attendee benefits that were to be provided to them. Partners, exhibitors and registered attendees are encouraged to receive confirmation from the ACG Board Chair or staff, in advance to ensure that any planned outside event, activity or attendee list usage does not conflict with these terms and conditions.

Under Georgia law, there is no liability for an injury or death of an individual entering the premises and event if such injury or death results from the inherent risks of contracting COVID-19. You are assuming this risk by entering these premises and attending the event.

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