This two-day conference brings together leaders from defense, advanced manufacturing, mobility, autonomous systems, emerging technology and Michigan’s supply chain for two days of industry insight, business development and meaningful connections.
By bringing together the Northern Michigan Defense Conference and ReShore, the conference creates a unique environment for defense leaders, manufacturers, innovators, government partners, entrepreneurs and industry stakeholders to explore the technologies, partnerships and supply-chain opportunities shaping Michigan’s future. .
- Exclusive recognition as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Conference recognized as the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference presented by [Company Name]
- Two reserved tables of eight with premier placement throughout the conference
- Speaking opportunity of up to five minutes during opening remarks
- Opportunity to introduce one keynote speaker
- Premier logo placement on the main-stage backdrop throughout both days
- Premier logo placement on welcome slides displayed as attendees enter the conference
- Prominent verbal recognition throughout both days of programming
- Opportunity to provide up to two pre-recorded promotional messages for potential use across Traverse Connect social media channels leading up to the conference
- Opportunity to have one approved promotional video of up to 90 seconds played during a scheduled conference break
- Opportunity to provide approved company marketing materials or promotional items to attendees
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as a Supporting Sponsor of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- One reserved table of eight with prominent placement
- Speaking opportunity of up to three minutes during opening remarks
- Prominent logo placement on the main-stage backdrop throughout both days
- Opportunity to have one approved promotional video of up to 90 seconds played during a scheduled break
- Prominent verbal recognition throughout the conference
- Prominent logo placement throughout both days of programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Exclusive recognition as the Official Mentimeter Interactive Experience Sponsor
- Brand exposure during interactive audience polling and engagement throughout both days of conference programming
- Sponsor logo incorporated into designated Mentimeter slides and/or audience participation screens
- Sponsor recognition as attendees are invited to participate in live polling
- Four conference tickets
- Verbal recognition during conference programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
Sponsor is responsible for providing approved lanyards and clear badge holders for conference attendees. Traverse Connect will produce attendee badge inserts.
- Exclusive recognition as the Official Lanyard Sponsor of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Sponsor-branded lanyards worn by attendees throughout both days of the conference
- Four conference tickets
- Verbal recognition during opening remarks
- Prominent sponsor recognition associated with conference registration and attendee credentials
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as the Official Lunch Sponsor for one day of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Four conference tickets
- Single-color sponsor logo printed on luncheon napkins
- Prominent sponsor branding at designated lunch stations
- Sponsor recognition during the sponsored day’s lunch
- Verbal recognition during conference programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as an Official Networking Reception Sponsor
- Four tickets to the conference
- Opportunity to provide brief sponsor remarks during the Networking Reception
- Single-color sponsor logo printed on cocktail napkins or coasters
- Prominent sponsor branding throughout the reception and designated bar areas
- Opportunity to provide an approved branded item or interactive element during the reception
- Verbal recognition during the conference and Networking Reception
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as the Official Lunch Sponsor for one day of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Four conference tickets
- Single-color sponsor logo printed on luncheon napkins
- Prominent sponsor branding at designated lunch stations
- Sponsor recognition during the sponsored day’s lunch
- Verbal recognition during conference programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
Sponsor is responsible for providing approved branded notepads and pens. Traverse Connect will distribute materials to attendees.
- Exclusive recognition as the Official Notepad & Pen Sponsor
- Branded notepads and pens provided to attendees for use throughout both days
- Four conference tickets
- Verbal recognition during opening remarks
- Sponsor recognition associated with conference attendee materials
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as an Official Beverage Sponsor of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Four conference tickets
- Single-color sponsor logo printed on beverage coasters
- Prominent sponsor branding at designated beverage stations throughout the conference
- Verbal recognition during conference programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as the Official Breakfast Sponsor for one day of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Four conference tickets
- Single-color sponsor logo printed on breakfast napkins
- Prominent sponsor branding at designated breakfast stations
- Sponsor recognition during the sponsored day’s breakfast
- Verbal recognition during conference programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable
- Recognition as an Official Coffee Sponsor of the 2027 Defense + ReShore Conference
- Two conference tickets
- Single-color sponsor logo printed on coffee napkins
- Prominent sponsor branding at coffee stations throughout the conference
- Verbal recognition during conference programming
- Sponsor logo recognition on the conference event webpage
- Marketing Recognition: Sponsor recognition may also be included in select event-related digital and print communications, including The Connection weekly newsletter (9,000+ subscribers), event emails, social media and other promotional materials, as applicable