FUELING THE FUTURE
Elevate Your Presence With Our 2024 Recognition, Education & Career Sponsorships
Elevate Your Brand Across Career Forums, Student Sponsorships, Pitchfests, Awards, Competitions and Ceremonies!
As a sponsor, your brand becomes an integral part of the excitement, supporting the aspirations of emerging talent and gaining prominent visibility throughout the entire event.
Our sponsorship initiatives empower the next generation by providing them with unique opportunities to learn, grow and connect with industry leaders. The career forums serve as dynamic hubs where knowledge converges, fostering invaluable networking and mentorship. The Pitchfest and DMC competitions showcase cutting-edge ideas and talent, offering sponsors a front-row seat to the latest innovations in the field. Additionally, our prestigious award ceremony recognizes and celebrates excellence, providing sponsors with a unique opportunity to align their brand with outstanding achievements in manufacturing.
Join us in celebrating achievement, fostering growth, and making a lasting impact on the professional landscape. Elevate your brand’s presence and leave a legacy by becoming a partner in shaping the future of the manufacturing industry.
$2,000 - $5,000
The 2024 Digital Manufacturing Challenge aims to inspire the next generation of engineers to tackle social sustainability issues. Awards are given at the high school, undergraduate and graduate levels.
Sponsorship benefits:
• Attract skilled AM engineering professionals
• Showcase your logo as a sponsor on the event website
• Feature your logo in emails, signage and social media posts, including the mobile app
• Receive prominent visibility during the Award Ceremony through a dedicated slide and verbal acknowledgment
• Gain exposure in video testimonials, where your logo is prominently displayed
• Participate as a judge on the evaluation team
• Contribute in-kind prizes such as materials, software, and/or 3D printers for student programs
• Provide branded company swag, including t-shirts, hats and bags, to students
$1,500 per student (travel and registration)
Support students specializing in additive manufacturing to participate in RAPID + TCT and immerse themselves in the incredible opportunities this community provides. It’s a charitable gesture that contributes to the growth of knowledge and innovation!
Sponsorship benefits:
• Contributing to the SME AM Technical Community and nurturing the next generation
• Attracting AM engineering talent
• Engaging in STEM, community outreach, and diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives
• Showcasing your logo as a sponsor on the event website
• Featuring your logo in emails, signage, social media posts and the mobile app
• Recognition during the Award Ceremony with a dedicated slide and verbal acknowledgment
• Providing in-kind company swag, including t-shirts, hats and bags, to students
$2,000 - $5,000
We present four distinct awards at RAPID + TCT! By sponsoring the award printing, you have an opportunity to get your company noticed. This is an exhilarating and fulfilling moment for students and professionals who have committed their time and expertise to advance the industry. Sponsoring these awards is a tangible way to demonstrate your backing for the additive manufacturing sector.
Sponsorship benefits:
• Contributing to the SME AM Technical Community
• Showcasing your logo as a sponsor on the event website
• Featuring your logo in emails, signage, social media posts and the mobile app
• Recognition during the Award Ceremony with a dedicated slide and verbal acknowledgment
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$2,000 -$5,000
The Career Forum Panel and Meet-Up offers emerging professionals and students a valuable opportunity to learn from and network with industry professionals about their career choices, the fulfillment they find in their work, and future insights. Supporting this panel and meet-up is an excellent way to contribute to paving the path for our future leaders.
Sponsorship benefits:
• Contributing to the SME AM Technical Community
• Showcasing your logo as a sponsor on the event website
• Featuring your logo in emails, signage, social media posts and the mobile app
• Recognition during the Award Ceremony with a dedicated slide and verbal acknowledgment
$2,000 - $5,000
Building connections is crucial for the success of our emerging professionals and students. Your sponsorship of this informal gathering will highlight your industry leadership and commitment to the future of additive manufacturing.
Sponsorship benefits:
• Contributing to the SME AM Technical Community, nurturing and inspiring the next generation
• Showcasing your logo as a sponsor on the website
• Featuring your logo in emails, signage, social media posts and the mobile app
• Networking opportunities to meet potential candidates
• Offering in-kind company swag, including t-shirts, hats and bags, to students