5TH
FEB 8-12, 2026
WELCOME
On behalf of our entire membership, it is with great enthusiasm that I extend an invitation to your esteemed company to join us as a partner for the 2026 term of The BOW Collective!
At The BOW Collective, we embody the true spirit of perseverance, fellowship, and resilience. Our relationships, collaborations, and services are all designed with one goal in mind: to better support and empower Black Women Business Owners.
Our partners are industry leaders who play an essential role within our community. They help us navigate the complex landscape of capital acquisition, secure critical contracts, forge strategic partnerships, and obtain the necessary funding to drive our initiatives forward. These partners actively reach back into the community, ensuring that we can achieve our mission and opening doors that might otherwise remain closed.
We greatly honor and value your continued commitment to strengthening our nation through your unwavering support of local and community-based businesses. Furthermore, your vigilant support of women and minority entrepreneurs, demonstrated through your outreach and investment initiatives, is deeply appreciated.
It is with great pleasure that I extend this personal invitation to you, with the hope that you will see the compelling reasons to join The BOW Collective as a partner. By bringing your organization’s knowledge, expertise, and relationships to our collective, you will not only help our members reach new heights but also contribute to the broader growth and success of Black women-owned businesses everywhere. Together, we can build generational wealth in our communities.
Nic Cober, Esquire Founder/CEO, The BOW Collective
CONFERENCE 2026
5TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
“Phenomenally BOW” -Growing Forward Together. February 8-12, 2026
A DESTINATION OF LUXURY
Bringing an upscale hospitality experience to Arlington’s Entertainment District, our stylish resort destination offers unparalleled, easy access to Texas Rangers’ Globe Life Field, the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium, the Esports Stadium Arlington & Expo Center, and more. With 35,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor space, our Live! by Loews - Arlington hotel is ideal for meetings and conventions, but also perfect for families, sports fans, and anyone looking for the true meaning of Texan hospitality.
The first of its kind sports resort
BOW AS THE NATION’S BEST SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS.
Since 2022, The BOW Collective has assembled more than 300 the top 5% of all small business owners in the Nation. As leaders in the small business ecosystem, these business owners have gone through a rigorous membership screening process to join BOW organization. The BOW leadership has scouted the elite business owners who demonstrate best-inclass expertise and the “we are stronger together” mentality of business growth. Finally, these owners express an intentional desire to scale their businesses via innovative growth strategies, and they attend our annual conference to gain exclusive insight.
BOW AS THE PREMIERE CONSUMER AND BUSINESS ECONOMIC INFLUENCERS.
These “Best-In-Class” industry leaders are integral to the economy and are driving fundamental decisions—not only in their businesses, but also in their communities and in their homes. Moreover, women already have a significant influence on consumer decision-making and spending. In recent years, women have accounted for more than 85% of purchases across various categories in the U.S. Looking ahead, women are projected to control 75% of discretionary spending by 2028.
MEET THE LEADERS IN SMALL BUSINESS.
BOW attendees get things done. They are engaged and motivated—and they seek tangible solutions to take back to their businesses for immediate implementation. With a greater than 90% attendance rate for our fifth consecutive year, attendees show up ready to learn, connect and influence change.
WHAT MOTIVATES OUR ATTENDEES?
BUSINESS GROWTH STRATEGIES
• Exploring cutting-edge solutions influenced 95% of attendees in their decision to attend
MAKING CONNECTIONS
• Networking identified as very important to 70% of attendees
• 200+ were at the Emerald Gala
• 82% of attendees indicated that meeting like-minded colleagues reenergized their commitment to the BOW Collective
GAINING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
• 80% of attendees strongly agreed that they gained insights and expert advice
• Attendees stated they were looking for strategies to implement immediately
SPONSORS & PARTNERS
SPONSORS
1. INTIMATE INDUSTRY CONVERSATIONS
$15,000 / 15 Industry Opportunities
HOST ONE Intimate Industry Dine Around. Host between 10-30 BOW members at an upscale venue, managed by our BOW Events team on Monday evening. You will be able to select your preferred industry, including:
• Business Consulting (Operations); Business Consulting (People); Healthcare Consulting; Human Capital; IT Solutions; Marketing/Sales; Real Estate; Accounting; and/or Consumer Goods and Retail
BRAND ONE Industry conference table during vertical meetup (Monday afternoon), our attendees will be seated within their industry verticals, and your logo will be prominently displayed.
SPEAK AT ONE BOW Industry Vertical Virtual Meeting
• Receipt of attendee list post-dine around.
• Option to share a digital “leave behind” with dinner attendees.
• 2 complimentary conference passes
• Designated social media post recognizing partnership.
intimate groups
• Gain insights from conference attendees by co-hosting a focused gathering with BOW.
• BOW will partner with you to identify topics and recruit key participants to facilitate a meaningful conversation.
• Sponsors will receive participant list and valuable artifacts from the discussion.
• Opportunities are limited.
LEARN MORE
We’ll work with you to customize an experience that is just right for your company.
CONTACT US AT partners@thebowcollective.org 214.807.0413
SPONSORS
2. GROWTH TRACK SUPPORTERS
Sponsorships are designed for organizations demonstrating deep engagement in promoting the BOW key themes. These opportunities will highlight your expertise and help position you as a leader among our audience of quality champions and changemakers. Sponsorships will align with key themes of the conference.
$25,000
5 opportunities available
• Two minute introduction of the BOW themed session.
• One post conference podcast interview.
• One post conference Power Hour Session of your choice.
• Brand recognition on all marketing promoting the selected topic.
• Designated social media post recognizing Champion sponsorship.
• Two Complimentary passes.
• 10% off discount code for additional passes.
2. GROWTH TRACK SUPPORTERS
MARKETING & SALES
5 opportunities available
• Two minute introduction of the BOW themed session.
• One post conference podcast interview.
• One post conference Power Hour Session of your choice.
• Brand recognition on all marketing promoting the selected topic.
OPERATIONS / IT / HUMAN CAPITAL
• Designated social media post recognizing Champion sponsorship.
• Two Complimentary passes.
• 10% off discount code for additional passes.
5 opportunities available $25,000 $25,000
• Two minute introduction of the BOW themed session.
• One post conference podcast interview.
• One post conference Power Hour Session of your choice.
• Brand recognition on all marketing promoting the selected topic.
• Designated social media post recognizing Champion sponsorship.
• Two Complimentary passes.
• 10% off discount code for additional passes.
Our sponsors will have post-conference appearance opportunities with our members.
VIP SEATING
Reserved seating for up to four guests located near the keynote stage. Your VIPs will feel at home in comfortable, soft seating designed to provide the best view in the house.
ATTENDEE LIST
Sponsors will receive a pre- and post-event attendee list. Emails and mailing addresses are provided for attendees who opt in, during registration, to receiving sponsor communications.
DESIGNATED SOCIAL MEDIA POST
Designs and sends a designated post recognizing your organization’s sponsorship via X and/ or LinkedIn.
BOW PARTNERS
BOW EMERALD GALA: $100,000
(1 Title Sponsor)
Sponsoring the Annual Awards Gala and it brings your company highest visibility and exposure to all attendees for the annual’s signature event! Your brand will be featured prominently in all marketing materials used to promote the event as well as on site, including: Welcoming remarks at the Gala, signage logo, signature drink, VIP lounge pre reception access and have a custom activation during the gala.
Plus,
Speak At
• One post conference “BOW Power Hour Thursday”
• One post conference BIG BOW Mondays with ALL BOW members virtually postconference on specialized topic of choice
• One post conference BOW Podcast
• 5 Conference Passes
• VIP seating at gala
BOW HEALTHCARE EVENT: $60,000
(1 Available)
Sponsoring the healthcare activation brings your company highest visibility and exposure to all attendees for the annual’s signature event! Your brand will be featured prominently in all marketing material promotion the event as well as on site. A brief welcome and custom activation at the wellness event.
Plus,
Speak At
• One post conference “BOW Power Hour Thursday”
• One post conference BIG BOW Mondays with ALL BOW members virtually postconference on specialized topic of choice
• One post conference BOW Podcast
• 4 Conference Passes
BOW WELCOME: $50,000
(1 Available)
Sponsoring the conference registration welcome brings your company highest visibility and exposure to all attendees! Your brand will be featured prominently in all marketing material promotion the event as well as on site and the opportunity to place branded gift for all attendees.
BOW PARTNERS
Plus, Speak At
• One post conference “BOW Power Hour Thursday”
• One post conference BIG BOW Mondays with ALL BOW members virtually post-conference on specialized topic of choice
• One post conference BOW Podcast
• 3 Conference Passes
SUPERBOWL EVENT: $50,000
(1 Available)
Sponsoring the opening Superbowl event brings your company highest visibility and exposure to all attendees for the annual’s signature event! Both the members and their significant others look forward to this amazing and enjoyment event! Your brand will be featured prominently in all marketing material promotion the event as well as on site, including: a custom activation during the Superbowl.
Plus, Speak At
• One post conference “BOW Power Hour Thursday”
• One post conference BIG BOW Mondays with ALL BOW members virtually post-conference on specialized topic of choice
• One post conference BOW Podcast
• 3 Conference Passes
BOW MAKEUP & MIMOSA: $25,000 (2 Available)
Sponsoring the Makeup and Mimosa activation for our newest members brings your company exclusive visibility and exposure to attendees for the annual’s signature event! Your brand will be featured prominently in all marketing material promotion the event as well as on site.
Plus, Speak At
• One post conference “BOW Power Hour Thursday”
• One post conference BIG BOW Mondays with ALL BOW members virtually post-conference on specialized topic of choice
• One post conference BOW Podcast
• 2 Conference Passes
MEDIA ROOM
become a sponsor or partner
Our team takes a consultative approach to understand your goals to deliver a customized experience that aligns with your business needs. With BOW, you’ll receive 1:1 customer service from an actual person, not a generic email address. WE CAN’T WAIT TO PARTNER WITH YOU CONTACT US TODAY!
Help BOW Grow the Next Business Owners!
BOW Entrepreneurial Education Leaders
In 2026, BOW endeavors to be the leader in creating pathways to economic empowerment through entrepreneurial education. Our programs, like The BOW Institute and BOWrettes aim to bring opportunities to underserved women and girls around the Nation. Building that key economic block of business awareness and education can assist in reducing both the gender and racial wealth gaps that exist in the U.S.
