The I.C.E. Exchange is your opportunity to showcase and promote your products and services, retain and develop relationships with current clients and new customers, and increase your visibility. Take advantage of this unique opportunity to sponsor key events and attendee experiences at our event today!
How to build a sponsorship package:
2026 Sponsorship Levels
Please note exhibit booth cost is not included in total sponsorship spend.
Welcome Reception - $35,000
This reception welcomes the Board of Directors, the Program Committee, industry leaders, and I.C.E. attendees who have committed time and energy in the interest of advocacy, education and awareness of our members’ efforts to support the delivery of high-quality, cost effective certification programs and kicks off the entire conference! Additional benefits include enhanced visibility through logo recognition on napkins during the event and entryway signage.
Innovation Happy Hour - $34,000
This sponsorship includes branded napkins on all bars, entryway signage with your company name and logo, and one drink ticket with your company name.
Mobile App Sponsorship - $17,500
As the official sponsor of the conference mobile app, your company will be featured on a rotating banner that is displayed at the top of the app Dashboard page. Content can be customized to educate attendees about your products/services, invite them to your booth, and/or take them to your website. We will also send out one push notification based on language that the sponsor provides. *Feature set may change based on the mobile app provider. Exact details will be confirmed a minimum of three months prior to the conference.
Welcome Gift - $15,000 (Exclusive)
Our attendees will be pleasantly surprised by receiving your welcome gift. Welcome Gifts will be distributed at the beginning of the conference registration. This unique opportunity will provide visibility and branding for this exclusive sponsor. Please contact I.C.E. for gift details.
Wi-Fi Internet Access - $15,000
Sponsor the Wi-Fi Internet access for I.C.E. Exchange attendees! Sponsorship will include your company’s logo on the network’s splash page* as well as recognition everywhere the Wi-Fi access information is listed or announced (website, signage at the event, etc.). *Pending confirmation from the Wi-Fi provider
Hotel Key Cards - $12,000
Be the standout message every time an attendee reaches for their key to access their room. This sponsorship includes your logo on all attendee room keys. Your message is read with each swipe of the card.
Education Track (3 available)- $5,000
Is there an aspect of I.C.E. education that has always resonated with your organization? Now, you can have your brand associated with one education track at the Exchange. Prominently position yourself as a thought leader in the profession! This opportunity includes recognition in the agenda, signage outside of the session room, and a small sign to display at your booth. *This opportunity does not allow for input on/selection of session content and has no bearing on educational submissions by your organization.
Available tracks: Business of Credentialing and Program Operations, Credentialing Innovations, Test Development and Psychometrics
First Time Attendee Reception - $15,000
Approximately 30% of I.C.E. Exchange Attendees are first-timers. Help us welcome these attendees during this exclusive reception. This sponsorship includes branded napkins on all bars, entryway signage with your company name and logo, and one drink ticket per guest with your company name. Sponsor will also receive 5 tickets for individuals in your company to attend and mingle with these first-time attendees.
Attendee Breakfast (3 available) - $15,000
Have your company name visible as people enjoy coffee and breakfast before a day of educational sessions and networking events. Sponsorship includes signage and napkins with your company logo.
Photo Booth - $7,500
Help attendees make fun memories they can bring home. This will be an unattended selfie station with a customizable digital frame. Images will be shared electronically only, no printed photos. *Final branding and options subject to change and dependent on vendor
Charging Station - $5,000
Help attendees stay charged throughout the I.C.E. Exchange with a charging station for attendees to use. Station will be prominently featured with your branding in the conference space.
Relaxation Station - $8,500
Have attendees come to you in the Innovation Hall to enjoy comfortable seating, relaxing music, guided meditation, stretching, and more! This opportunity includes an adjacent 10x10 to yours, lounge furniture, and one audio speaker.
Solutions Showcase (6 available) - $3,000
Provide a special presentation to conference attendees outside of the Innovation Hall! Sponsoring a Solutions Showcase will provide you with an opportunity to hold a session dedicated to highlighting your new products and services as well as network with current clients and other attendees. I.C.E. staff will make every attempt to monitor entrance to the showcases, but cannot guarantee other vendors will not be in attendance. Showcases cannot be held during regular conference sessions. Sponsors may provide food and beverage during their Solution Showcase; must be sourced through the hotel and must follow safety protocols as recommended by I.C.E. staff.
CEO Special Interest Group (SIG) Discussion - $3,000
Present your company as a thought leader by sponsoring the CEO SIG Discussion. CEOs and Executive Directors of credentialing organizations are invited to attend this event to discuss the trends affecting certification. The sponsorship includes signage with your company name and logo, and the sponsor has the opportunity to invite one member of their company to sit in on the discussion.
Tattoo Parlor - $5,000
Become a sponsor of the I.C.E. Exchange Tattoo Parlor and give attendees a chance to “wear” your logo. This unique sponsorship opportunity includes prominent sponsor signage, co-branded I.C.E. temporary tattoos, and branded napkins to apply tattoos onto the skin.
ICE-CCP Toast – Contact Sales for Pricing
Become the official sponsor of the ICE CCP Toast and gain prominent recognition through event signage, branded napkins, and the exclusive opportunity for representatives from your organization to speak and network with attendees.
Passport to Prizes - $750
Drive booth traffic. Spark meaningful conversations. Boost brand visibility.
The Passport to Prizes program is one of our most popular attendee engagement experiences—designed to increase booth visits, create memorable interactions, and showcase participating sponsors as key destinations on the show floor.
Career Pathway Wall - $8,000
Position your brand at the center of professional growth. The Career Pathways Wall is a visually engaging installation that highlights key roles, competencies, and advancement opportunities within the credentialing profession. As the exclusive sponsor, your company receives prominent branding on this inspirational feature—ensuring attendees associate your organization with leadership development, career empowerment, and industry advancement. A perfect fit for organizations committed to workforce solutions, education, and professional support.
Headshot Booth - $15,000
Become the most sought‑after stop in the hall by sponsoring the Headshot Booth. Attendees line up to receive a professional, polished headshot for their resumes, LinkedIn profiles, and certification portfolios. Your brand is featured prominently on onsite signage and digital photo delivery, extending visibility long after the event as attendees share and download their images.
Glow Towers - $4,000
Illuminate your message with backlit, strategically placed lightboxes that command attention. This premium advertising opportunity enhances visibility in high‑traffic areas and creates a sleek, modern touchpoint that elevates your brand. Ideal for companies wanting a bold, polished presence that sets them apart from standard signage.
Puppy Lounge - $15,000
Draw nonstop traffic and create joyful, unforgettable experiences by sponsoring the Puppy Lounge—one of the most loved attractions at the conference. Attendees can relax, decompress, and enjoy stress‑relieving time with adoptable puppies in a warmly branded environment. Your sponsorship brings smiles, social shares, and significant engagement.
Attendee Giveaways
- Lanyards - $8,500
- Conference Bags - $8.500
- Water Bottles - $5,000
- Hand Sanitizer - $5,000
- Ballpoint Pens (Exclusive) - $5,000
- Luggage Tags - $5,000
Attendee Mailing List
Pre or post-conference mailing list with emails - $800 each / $1,000 for both
*Each Attendee lists may only be used once. Pre-Attendee List will be sent October 2. Misuse of these lists will result in the loss of your appointment to select sponsorship items and booth placement for the 2026 I.C.E. Exchange. Must be an exhibitor or sponsor to purchase. This is already included in some sponsorship packages.