Sponsor & Exhibit Options

Looking to expand your business and improve your position in the credit union community?

Reserve your spot at Carolinas’ most exciting credit union show!

 

Carolinas’ LAUNCH is back, live, and in-person on February 12th & 13th, 2025.

Join us at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Concord Golf Resort & Spa.

This two-day event will have educational breakout sessions, sprint sessions, a trade show floor, and additional league gatherings, all open for sponsorship or exhibiting. You can be a thought leader through a 45-minute breakout session presentation, or choose your level of engagement. During breaks on the trade show floor, there will be 20-minute sprint sessions, with one session per break and only three sessions available overall.

Want to see who has attended in the past, all of the credit unions in the two states listed by asset size or past exhibitors? Click HERE.

See what sponsors and exhibitors from past events have to say.

“Attendance at the session was great, the show was really nice and well-attended by the right folks!”

“The team on the ground said the conference was great and well put together! Definitely put us on the list for next year!”

“I thought that the Conference ran very well, I go to a lot of conferences and this was one of the best!!”

“I made contact with a number of credit unions I had called previously and now hope to provide a proposal.”

We are capping the number of exhibitors at 80 this year (last year we had 91). We normally sell out with the higher number of booths, so don’t delay in signing up.

We no longer have the option for a smaller booth size, all booths will be 8′ x 10′.

We are proud to say that we have not raised our rates on sponsor and exhibitor options in six years.

Based on feedback from last year’s show, we will be having a reception for the attendees in the exhibit hall on the first evening of the event.

Takeoff – $4,795  (SOLD)

Present an educational breakout session as part of our agenda.

Takeoff Sponsorship Package Includes:

  • Complete exhibitor package with 8’ x 10’ booth
  • Email addresses included with attendee list
  • Sponsor profile in program guide
  • Logo on event website, marketing and additional signage
  • Recognition during multiple show announcements
  • A unique promo code to invite credit union professionals to attend for just $50
  • Up to 6 complimentary booth staff registrations
REGISTER
Click here to see the exhibit hall floor plan.

*We reserve the right to make booth placement adjustments as needed.*

Sprint Sessions – $3,795 – (SOLD)

Present a 20 minute sprint session in a sectioned off area of the trade show floor in-between breakout sessions.

Sprint Package Includes:

  • Complete exhibitor package with 8’ x 10’ booth
  • Email addresses included with attendee list
  • Sponsor profile in program guide
  • Logo on event website, marketing and additional signage
  • Recognition during multiple show announcements
  • A unique promo code to invite credit union professionals to attend for just $50
  • Up to 6 complimentary booth staff registrations
REGISTER
Click here to see the exhibit hall floor plan.

*We reserve the right to make booth placement adjustments as needed.*

Ignition – $3,795

Your logo on a 3″ button worn by all event attendees as part of the famous button match game with $10 cash prizes.

A 3′ x 4′ signs with your logo and sponsorship credit will be placed on easels around the breakfast buffet and seating.

3′ x 4′ signs with your logo and sponsorship credit will be placed on easels around the reception, and special recognition will be made during an announcement at the reception. You many also supply branded napkins at your expense to be used at the reception.

Your logo on the grand prize raffle ticket used by all attendees to mark off the required booths and enter to win $400 cash. All tickets are dropped at your booth.

You supply the Lanyards (at your cost), with the style and design of your choice, that will be offered to all attendees as they enter the show.

Your logo on signage in prime location in the lounge, place some of your materials in the lounge, plus all other Ignition sponsor benefits.

A 3′ x 4′ sign with your logo and sponsorship credit will be placed on easels around the lunch buffet and seating.

Your logo on signage in prime location next to the booth, plus all other Ignition sponsor benefits.

Your logo on the front of the printed program guide and a full page ad on the back of the guide. Includes logo and recognition on the digital guide as well.

Your logo will be placed on the large banners running across the top and bottom of the registration desk where all attendees check in and come for questions.

You supply the bags (at your cost), with the style and design of your choice, that will be offered to all attendees as they enter the show.

Sponsor attendee WIFI for the show. Your logo on signage in a prime location, and on table tents in the dining room. 

Ignition Sponsorship Package Includes:

  • Complete exhibitor package with 8’ x 10’ booth
  • Email addresses included with the attendee list
  • Logo on event website, marketing and additional signage
  • Recognition during multiple show announcements
  • A unique promo code to invite credit union professionals to attend for just $50
  • Up to 4 complimentary booth staff registrations
REGISTER
Click here to see the exhibit hall floor plan.

*We reserve the right to make booth placement adjustments as needed.*

Specialty Sponsorships – $2,995

Welcome the attendees and introduce the speaker for the credit union round table session.

Welcome the attendees and introduce the speaker for the Emerging Leaders Workshop.

Attend the CUxEL Protégé Competition Finals Luncheon. Thank attendees and introduce the emcee who will announce the winner at the end of the conference.

Specialty Sponsorship Package Includes:

  • Complete exhibitor package with 8’ x 10’ booth
  • Speaker introduction and welcome message at the meeting
  • Print and digital signage at the meeting
  • Logo on event website, marketing and on-site signage at the meeting
REGISTER
Click here to see the exhibit hall floor plan.

*We reserve the right to make booth placement adjustments as needed.*

Foundation Awards Gala Sponsorships

You will enjoy premier sponsorship recognition at the AWARDS GALA dinner. Your logo and sponsorship level will be listed in the program guide, on the website and on other signage. Includes 4 tickets to the dinner with table tent recognition.

Join more than 200 credit union professionals on February 12, 2025 for Foundation’s Awards Gala reception and dinner honoring credit unions and heroes for their commitment to our industry. The reception features an open bar just outside the exhibit hall starting at 5:30 PM with seating at 6:30 PM for a plated dinner and awards program. $6,500 

You will enjoy special sponsorship recognition at the AWARDS GALA dinner. Your logo and sponsorship level will be listed in the program guide, on the website and on other signage. Includes 2 tickets to the dinner with table tent recognition.

Join more than 200 credit union professionals on February 12, 2025 for Foundation’s Awards Gala reception and dinner honoring credit unions and heroes for their commitment to our industry. The reception features an open bar just outside the exhibit hall starting at 5:30 PM with seating at 6:30 PM for a plated dinner and awards program. $4,500

You will enjoy special sponsorship recognition at the cocktail reception. Your logo and sponsorship level will be listed in the program guide, on the website and on other signage. Includes 2 tickets to the dinner with table tent recognition.

Join more than 200 credit union professionals for a cocktail hour reception prior to the Foundation’s Awards Gala dinner with seating starting at 6:30 PM. The reception features an open bar just outside the exhibit hall starting at 5:30 PM on February 12, 2025. $3,500

Join more than 150 credit union professionals on February 12, 2025 for Foundation’s Awards Gala reception and dinner honoring credit unions and heroes for their commitment to our industry. The reception features an open bar just outside the exhibit hall starting at 6:00 PM with seating at 6:45 PM for a plated dinner and awards program.

Join more than 200 credit union professionals for a cocktail hour reception prior to the Foundation’s Awards Gala dinner with seating starting at 6:30 PM. The reception features an open bar just outside the exhibit hall starting at 5:30 PM on February 12, 2025.

Foundation Awards Sponsorship Package Includes:

  • A unique printed sign at the event and your logo on a combined sponsor sign
  • Scrolling logo on the screen during the reception and dinner
  • Logo and sponsorship level listed in the program guide
  • Mention in media coverage that follows the event
  • 50% off any sized booth at the LAUNCH trade show
REGISTER

Exhibit Booth – $2,645

  • One 8′ x 10′ Booth (with ID sign, 8’ high back wall, 3’ high sidewall drapes, draped table, 2 chairs, wastebasket)
  • Two Booth Staff Registrations
  • Pre and Post Show Attendee Mailing List
  • Unique promo code to invite credit union professionals to attend for just $50
REGISTER
Click here to see the exhibit hall floor plan.

*We reserve the right to make booth placement adjustments as needed.*

Arm Rocket – $1,295

Two tickets to attend the conference with access to breakout sessions, the trade show floor, breakfast and lunch.

Multiple 3′ x 4′ signs with your logo and sponsorship recognition on easels placed around the coffee and desert displays.

REGISTER