FF25 Sponsor Prospectus

SPONSOR PROSPECTUS PHILADELPHIA MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN AUGUST 27–29, 2025

ABOUT THE NCEO FORUM

The NCEO Forum is a place for the employee ownership community to discuss the latest updates and best practices in employee ownership.

Position your company as a thought leader and expert on the latest in employee ownership, including updates on legislation, research, and communication and culture.

Attendee Statistics

Audience by State Pennsylvania 7.3% Wisconsin 7.3%

550–630 Attendees

55+ Sessions

Indiana 40%

California 7.3%

Ohio 14.5% Illinois 16.4%

Audience by Job Function Employee-Owner C-Suite Executive Vice President President Managing Director 0%

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Presenting Sponsor 2 Keynote Sponsor 3 Registration & Lanyard Sponsor 4 Continuous Coffee Sponsor 5 Mobile App Sponsor 6 Opening Luncheon Sponsor

7 Closing Sendoff Snack Sponsor 8 Opening Cocktail Reception Sponsor 9 Closing Cocktail Reception Sponsor 10 Liberty Lanes Sponsor 11 Charging Station Sponsor 12 Event Photography Sponsor 12 Hydration Station Sponsor 13 Exhibit Booth Sponsor 13 Forum Supporter 13 Pre-Forum Session 14

EXHIBITOR

SCHEDULE All times listed in Eastern Time

Wednesday, August 27 7:00 AM–8:00 AM: Mandatory Sponsor Setup 8:00 AM–7:00 PM: Exhibit Hall Open Thursday, August 28 7:30 AM–7:00 PM: Exhibit Hall Open Friday, August 29 8:00 AM–2:00 PM: Exhibit Hall Open 2:00 PM–5:00 PM: Sponsor Tear Down

SPONSORSHIP

PACKAGES Exclusive Presenting Sponsor - $18,000 Premier branding in the hotel lobby and general session ballroom Premier branding on Franklin Hall Foyer columns (2 columns) Exclusive branding on all podium signage in breakout rooms Solo rotating break slides in general session ballroom 3–5 minute welcome speech by company representative during opening (5) complimentary registrations Premier linked branding in the Forum mobile app Full-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in all Forum marketing emails Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space with highest foot traffic in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (3) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on the Forum website (2) social media posts featuring your brand as a presenting sponsor

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Keynote Sponsor - $17,500 Exclusive opportunity to be a sponsor for our highly anticipated keynote event featuring an internationally renowned speaker. The speaker’s reputation ensures a massive turnout, offering unparalleled exposure for the Keynote Sponsor.

(4) complimentary registrations 1/2 page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in keynote-dedicated Forum marketing email Solo rotating break slides in general session ballroom Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on Forum website 3-minute introduction (given by sponsor representative) prior to the keynote that aligns with keynote theme and your brand (2) social media posts featuring your brand as the keynote sponsor Dedicated digital poster with logo with keynote session recognition Co-branding on physical venue branding items (posters, wraps/clings, etc)

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Registration & Lanyard Sponsor $13,500 Organization name and logo on all lanyards Co-branding on registration desk clings (2 panels) (3) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on the Forum website (2) social media posts featuring your brand as a sponsor

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Continuous Coffee Sponsor $13,000 (3) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Branded coffee cups and napkins during coffee service Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) Linked logo on Forum website Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Once before Once after Company branding on dedicated signage throughout the event space (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on the Forum website (2) social media posts featuring your brand as a sponsor

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Exclusive Mobile App Sponsor $11,000 Prominent customized branding throughout the app and platform Branded splash screen ad on mobile app Banner ad on the Forum platform landing page Pre-Function welcome beam branding (4) complimentary registrations Premier linked branding in the Forum mobile app 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in multiple Forum marketing emails (2) social media posts featuring your brand as a sponsor Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on the Forum website

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Opening Luncheon Sponsor $10,500 Let your brand stand out and be seen during the Opening Luncheon—gain the highest visibility among the entire attendee delegation!

(2) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in keynote-dedicated Forum marketing email Forum attendee mailing list (2x) Once before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (1) push notification via the mobile app Linked logo on Forum website 3-minute opening by a company representative at the beginning of the lunch Company branding on dedicated signage in the event space

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Closing Sendoff Snack Sponsor $8,500 (2) complimentary registrations Branding on grab and go snack items for attendees as they travel to the airport 1/4-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in dedicated Forum marketing email Forum attendee mailing list (2x) Once before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (1) push notification via the mobile app Linked logo on Forum website Company branding on dedicated signage in the event space

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Opening Cocktail Reception Sponsor - $8,500 (3) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in multiple Forum marketing emails Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary table-top exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on Forum website (2) social media posts featuring your brand as a sponsor Branding on all cocktail tables and satellite bars Branded cocktail napkins Branded signage throughout the cocktail reception space

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Closing Cocktail Reception Sponsor - $8,500 (3) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in multiple Forum marketing emails Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on Forum website (2) social media posts featuring your brand as a sponsor Branding on all cocktail tables and satellite bars Branded cocktail napkins Branded signage throughout the cocktail reception space

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Liberty Lanes Sponsor - $8,000 Liberty Lanes is located on Marriott Philadelphia property.

Why spend endless hours planning an offsite event when this turn-key client appreciation or VIP space is ready for the perfect evening?

August 26 or 27 private hosted reception for up to 50 guests with 2 hours of bowling Your branding throughout Liberty Lanes (banners, signage, scoreboards) (3) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in multiple Forum marketing emails Segmented attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on Forum website

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Charging Station Sponsor - $7,500 (2) complimentary registrations 1/4-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in one Forum marketing email Forum attendee mailing list (3x) Twice before Once after Complimentary table-top exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) (2) push notifications via mobile app Linked logo on Forum website Branded charging station positioned next to company sponsor booth Company branding on event signage

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Event Photography Sponsor $7,000 Dedicated 30 minutes with onsite photographer Sponsor-branded post-event email with digital photo album Customized branded watermark on Forum photos (2) complimentary registrations 1/2-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Complimentary table-top exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) Linked logo on Forum website Forum attendee mailing list (2x) Once before Once after

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Hydration Station Sponsor - $5,500 (2) complimentary registrations Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) Linked logo on Forum website Forum attendee mailing list (2x) Once before Once after Company branding on all hydration stations throughout the multi-level event space

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Exhibit Booth Sponsor (3) - $5,000 (1) complimentary registration Complimentary tabletop exhibit space in Philadelphia (6-foot table with skirt, chair, and electrical) Linked logo on Forum website Company branding on signage in the event space Forum attendee mailing list (2x) Once before Once after

Forum Supporter (5) - $3,750 (1) complimentary registration Linked logo on Forum website Forum attendee mailing list (1x) Once after

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Pre-Forum Workshop Sponsor (4) - $7,000 (2) complimentary registrations 1/4-page ad in the digital curriculum guide Linked sponsor logo in multiple Forum marketing emails Forum attendee mailing list (2x) Once before Once after (2) push notifications via mobile app Digital signage logo for breakout space for your session Linked logo on the Forum website and on the dedicated Pre-Forum workshop page

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