2026 Connections Summit Sponsorship Opportunities

ElectriCities of North Carolina’s 2026 Connections Summit is a premier opportunity to network with public power leaders. If your organization is a partner to public power and presents a business solution or resource to our membership, we invite you to join us as a sponsor. Connect face-to-face with hundreds of public power and utility leaders through this action-packed conference.

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Become a Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

$2,500

  • Two complimentary conference registrations and a rate of $500 for each additional attendee
  • 10′ x 8′ pipe and drape booth in the Sponsor Showcase (based on availability)
  • Company logo included in print and digital media and company description included in the conference program if submitted by Jan. 9, 2026
  • Digital conference attendee list with email addresses
Gold Sponsor

$4,500

  • Three complimentary conference registrations and a discounted rate of $400 for each additional registration
  • 10′ x 8′ pipe and drape booth in the Sponsor Showcase (based on availability)
  • 3-minute speaking opportunity during the Thursday networking lunch
  • Social media feature on-site during conference
  • Your choice of break sponsorship with signage
  • 5 drink tickets for use at the reception
  • Company logo included in print and digital media and company description included in the conference program if submitted by Jan. 9, 2026
  • Free insert in registration packet. Maximum size is 8.5″ x 11″, and sponsor is responsible for printing. ElectriCities must receive the insert by Jan. 30, 2026
  • Option to submit a 30-second audio or video ad to play on loop prior to the start of general sessions. Content and production are the responsibility of the sponsor and must be approved by ElectriCities. Deadline to submit video ad or presentation is Jan. 23, 2026
  • Digital conference attendee list with email addresses

If you’re considering sponsoring the Connections Summit but aren’t sure if it’s the right fit for your company, explore our First-Time Sponsor option.

  • $1000
  • Limited to companies who have not previously sponsored the ElectriCities Connections Summit or Annual Conference.
  • Two full complimentary conference registrations.
  • Company logo included in print and digital media and company description included in the conference program if submitted by Friday, Jan. 9, 2026.
  • Digital conference attendee list with email addresses.
  • If you are interested in this sponsorship, please reach out to Kristin Tart, Events Project Manager, ktart@electricites.org.
  • Please note this sponsorship does not include a booth.

 

Platinum Sponsor

$6,500

  • Four complimentary conference registrations and a discounted rate of $300 for each additional registration
  • 10′ x 8′ pipe and drape booth in the Sponsor Showcase and your choice of booth location
  • 5-minute speaking opportunity during the Thursdsay networking lunch
  • Social media feature on-site during conference
  • Your choice of breakfast or lunch sponsorship with signage
  • 10 drink tickets for use at the reception
  • General session sponsorship with on stage recognition
  • Feature ad in conference program and company logo in preconference emails. Logo and ad must be submitted by Jan. 9, 2026
  • Company logo included in print and digital media and company description included in the conference program if submitted by Jan. 9, 2026
  • Free insert in registration packet (size specifications will be provided and sponsor is responsible for printing). ElectriCities must receive the insert by Jan. 30, 2026
  • Option to submit a 30-second audio or video ad to play on loop prior to the start of general sessions. Content and production are the responsibility of the sponsor and must be approved by ElectriCities. Deadline to submit video ad or presentation is Jan. 23, 2026
  • Digital conference attendee list with email addresses
Exclusive Diamond Sponsor

$8,500

  • Exclusive opportunity – available to one vendor only
  • Four complimentary conference registrations and a discounted rate of $200 for each additional registration
  • 10′ x 8′ pipe and drape booth in Sponsor Showcase with your choice of booth location
  • 7-minute speaking opportunity during the Thursday networking lunch
  • Social media feature on-site during conference
  • Networking reception sponsorship with signage
  • 15 drink tickets for use at the reception
  • Registration sponsorship with signage
  • General session sponsorship with on-stage recognition
  • Optional three-minute video ad during general session. Deadline to submit video ad or presentation is Jan. 23, 2026
  • Feature ad in conference program and company logo in pre-conference emails. Logo and ad must be received by Jan. 9, 2026
  • Company logo included in print and digital media and company description included in the conference program if submitted by Jan. 9, 2026
  • Free insert in registration packet (size specifications will be provided and sponsor is responsible for printing). ElectriCities must receive the insert by Jan. 30, 2026
  • Option to submit a 30-second audio or video ad to play on loop prior to the start of general sessions. Content and production are the responsibility of the sponsor and must be approved by ElectriCities. Deadline to submit video ad or presentation is Jan. 23, 2026
  • Digital conference attendee list with email addresses

Sponsor Registration

Register to attend the ElectriCities Connections Summit in Raleigh, N.C. (limited to sponsors & members).

Accommodations

Be sure to book your room early at the Embassy Suites Raleigh-Durham/Research Triangle - the hotel room block will be honored until January 13, 2026. Reserve your room at the link below.

Sponsor Resources

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