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NSBE 2025 Professional Development Conference

Terms and Conditions

Thank you for your interest in partnering with us for the 2025 NSBE Professional Development Conference (PDC)! To ensure a seamless experience and maximize

Key Deadlines:

Logo Submission Deadline:

All partner logos must be submitted in high-resolution format (PNG or EPS preferred) by July 31, 2025, to be included in print and digital materials.

F&B (Food and Beverage) Selection Deadline:

All food and beverage preferences for sponsored events (receptions, meals, or hospitality suites) must be finalized by August 1, 2025. If no selection is submitted by this date, standard menu selections will be chosen on your behalf.

Sponsorship Commitment Deadline:

Last day to secure partnerships is July 31, 2025. This ensures inclusion in printed materials, signage, and proper event coordination.

Workshop Facilitation

Workshops hosted by companies require an additional fee unless otherwise covered by your partnership level. The number of workshops available to your organization is dependent on your sponsorship tier. Additional workshops may be discussed at an added cost. Sponsored workshops will be given precedence over individual-Submitted workshops in the selection process. If your organization would like to designate a submitted workshop as a sponsored session, please indicate it on the call for workshops form HERE.

Cancellations & Refunds:

To request a refund or cancel your sponsorship:

Full Refund: Cancellations received by June 15, 2025
75% Refund: Cancellations received by July 15, 2025
50% Refund: Cancellations received by July 31, 2025

This includes paid and unpaid invoices.

No refunds will be issued after August 1, 2025. Unused funds may be applied as an account credit for one year from the cancellation date and can be used for other NSBE opportunities. After one year, any remaining funds will be converted into an unrestricted donation.

All cancellation requests must be made in writing to the NSBE national partnerships team.

Partnership Support & Customization:

If you would like to move forward with a standard sponsorship package, please reach out directly to your NSBE Partnerships account manager.
For questions about partnership benefits, customizing your package, or modifying a specific item or event, please contact us at pdc@nsbe.org.

Questions about how to partner with NSBE? Please reach out to national_partnerships@nsbe.org.
NSBE Online Commitment Form

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Bulk Professional MembershipOne full year of professional membership is $50.00.

$50.00 Quantity

Social Media and Marketing

Dedicated Email to MembershipYou have the opportunity to include your ad in an email specifically targeted to your demographic, through our national, conference, regional or NSBE Jr. editions of NSBE eNews. Customize the entire eNews to your color scheme, and have both top and bottom banner slots represent your corporation! In addition, you have the ability to place your corporation’s ad at the bottom of the eNews.

$3,500.00

Social Media PostProvide NSBE with your graphic, content, and hashtags and NSBE will share your post through our Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn accounts.

$2,000.00

NSBE News: Graphic Ad • 1 ad per month/newsletter, accepted on a first-come, first served basis. • NSBE News: Black Excellence Engineered is the National Society of Black Engineers' premier monthly e-newsletter, distributed on the last Thursday of each month to our robust database of more than 80,000 contacts. • With a 33% open rate and a 2.7% click-through rate, you can expect high exposure and engagement from our network. • Deliverable (submitted by purchaser): o Graphic Ad: 1200 x 675px banner ad graphic, in .png format o Accompanying copy for both Graphic ads and Video ads is included, and should not exceed 50 words

$3,500.00 Quantity

NSBE News: Video Ad• 1 ad per month/newsletter, accepted on a first come, first served basis. • NSBE News: Black Excellence Engineered is the National Society of Black Engineers' premier monthly e-newsletter, distributed on the last Thursday of each month to our robust database of more than 80,000 contacts. • With a 33% open rate and a 2.7% click-through rate, you can expect high exposure and engagement from our network. • Deliverable (submitted by purchaser):

$3,500.00 Quantity

NSBE National Partnerships: New and Renewal

Corporate Sustainability Partner 25-26 FY Corporate Sustainability Partners are industry leaders and/or corporate and government strategic partners who work with NSBE’s leadership to have a true impact in advancing NSBE’s mission to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers and STEM-related professionals who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. This will be achieved through advocacy, collaboration, recruitment, brand awareness and outreach. Each CSP Partner commits (but not limited) to a minimum financial contribution of $60,000 to support our programs, scholarships, and chapters. Multi-year commitments, up to three (3) years are available at this rate. *Note - NSBE will provide virtual alternatives equivalent to in-person packages.

$60,000.00 Quantity

Multi-Year (2) Corporate Sustainability Partner 25-26 & 26-27FY Corporate Sustainability Partners are industry leaders and/or corporate and government strategic partners who work with NSBE’s leadership to have a true impact in advancing NSBE’s mission to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers and STEM-related professionals who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. This will be achieved through advocacy, collaboration, recruitment, brand awareness and outreach. Each CSP Partner commits (but not limited) to a minimum financial contribution of $60,000 to support our programs, scholarships, and chapters. Multi-year commitments, up to three (3) years are available at this rate. *Note - NSBE will provide virtual alternatives equivalent to in-person packages.

$120,000.00 Quantity

Multi-Year (3) Corporate Sustainability Partner 25-26, 26-27, 27-28FYCorporate Sustainability Partners are industry leaders and/or corporate and government strategic partners who work with NSBE’s leadership to have a true impact in advancing NSBE’s mission to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers and STEM-related professionals who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. This will be achieved through advocacy, collaboration, recruitment, brand awareness and outreach. Each CSP Partner commits (but not limited) to a minimum financial contribution of $60,000 to support our programs, scholarships, and chapters. Multi-year commitments, up to three (3) years are available at this rate. *Note - NSBE will provide virtual alternatives equivalent to in-person packages.

$180,000.00 Quantity

Corporate Growth Partner 25-26FYCorporate Growth Partners are the esteemed network of companies who work to help advance the mission of National Society of Black Engineers to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers and STEM-related professionals who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. Each CGP Partner commits (but not limited) to a minimum financial contribution of $40,000, making significant impact in NSBE’s Fellows Program, student scholarships, and Annual Convention. Multi-year commitments, up to three (3) years are available at this rate. *Note - NSBE will provide virtual alternatives equivalent to in-person packages.

$40,000.00 Quantity

Multi-Year (2) Corporate Growth Partner 25-26FY & 26-27FYCorporate Growth Partners are the esteemed network of companies who work to help advance the mission of National Society of Black Engineers to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers and STEM-related professionals who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. Each CGP Partner commits (but not limited) to a minimum financial contribution of $40,000, making significant impact in NSBE’s Fellows Program, student scholarships, and Annual Convention. Multi-year commitments, up to three (3) years are available at this rate. *Note - NSBE will provide virtual alternatives equivalent to in-person packages.

$80,000.00 Quantity

Multi-Year (3) Corporate Growth Partner 25-26FY, 26-27FY, & 27-28Corporate Growth Partners are the esteemed network of companies who work to help advance the mission of National Society of Black Engineers to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers and STEM-related professionals who excel academically, succeed professionally, and positively impact the community. Each CGP Partner commits (but not limited) to a minimum financial contribution of $40,000, making significant impact in NSBE’s Fellows Program, student scholarships, and Annual Convention. Multi-year commitments, up to three (3) years are available at this rate. *Note - NSBE will provide virtual alternatives equivalent to in-person packages.

$120,000.00 Quantity

2025 Professional Development Conference - Partnership Opportunities

PDC Platinum LevelBenefits: *Inclusion in all event advertising, branding and promotion *10 Complimentary registrations *10 Tickets to Evening of Excellence Gala *Branded hotel key cards for conference attendees Career Expo: *1 table space in career exposition. *Brand, Print and Digital Amplification *In conference mobile app *Prominent in-venue logo placement, including welcome signage *2 Dedicated post on NSBE Professionals social media platforms *Full column wrap or wall cling Programming: *Executive Luncheon or Breakfast *Recognition during the Opening Session *1 Workshop of choice *Option to provide a virtual workshop. Engagement: *Inclusion in post-event survey; up to 3 brand-specific questions

$60,000.00

PDC Gold LevelBenefits: *Inclusion in all event advertising, branding and promotion *8 Complimentary registrations *8 Tickets to the Evening of Excellence Gala *Sponsored Snack Refuel station for Thursday. * Sponsor career fair lounge room for Thursday Career Expo: *1 table space in career exposition. Print and Digital Amplification: *In conference mobile app *Prominent in-venue logo placement, including welcome signage Programming: *1 Professional Networking Mixer *1 Workshop of choice. Engagement: *Inclusion in post-event survey; up to 2 brand-specific questions.

$45,000.00

PDC Silver LevelBenefits: *Inclusion in all event advertising, branding and promotion *6 Complimentary registrations *6 Tickets to the Evening of Excellence Gala *Sponsored Snack Refuel station for Friday *Sponsor mobile charging station on Thursday and Friday Career Expo: 1 table space in career exposition. Print and Digital Amplification: *In conference mobile app *Prominent in-venue logo placement, including welcome signage Programming: *1 Workshop of choice. Engagement: *Inclusion in post-event survey; up to 2 brand-specific questions

$30,000.00

2025 PDC Programming Opportunities

Workshops-Workshops may include: -Innovation -Artificial Intelligence (AI) -Employer Engagement -Leadership Development -Panels -Fireside Chats----Benefits Include: Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event. Recognition on the NSBE PDC website and in the conference mobile app. 1 complimentary registration (All registrations are full access.). Inclusion in post-event survey with 1 brand-specific question

$10,000.00

Technical Certifications & Cost of Training & A/V. Note of Importance, please contact Jabreel Walker at pdcchair@nsbe.org for pricing information and to secure the opportunity. Benefits include: • Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event • Recognition on the NSBE PDC website and in the conference mobile app • Up to 3 complimentary registrations for instructors • Inclusion in post-event survey with one (1) brand-specific question

$10,000.00

Meals -BreakfastBenefits Include: -Opportunity to provide remarks -Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event -Organization’s logo displayed prominently during the event -Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms and conference mobile app -Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website -2 full-access complimentary registrations (for non-platinum Partners)

$15,000.00

Meals - LuncheonBenefits Include: -Opportunity to provide remarks -Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event -Organization’s logo displayed prominently during the event -Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms and conference mobile app -Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website -2 full-access complimentary registrations (for non-platinum Partners)

$20,000.00

Leadership Roundtable (Breakfast or Luncheon) NOTE OF IMPORTANCE: PLEASE CONTACT JABREEL WALKER AT PDCCHAIR@NSBE.ORG FOR PRICING AND OTHER DETAILS-----Benefits include: • Opportunity to provide opening remarks (3-5 minutes) • Opportunity to provide marketing materials, goodie bags and/or giveaways at event • One (1) post on NSBE PDC social media platforms

$10,000.00

2025 PDC Featured Event Opportunities

Inside the Executive SuiteBenefits include: • Opportunity to have an executive speak be interviewed by choice of moderator • Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event • The organization’s logo displayed prominently during event • 1 full-access complimentary registration

$20,000.00

The New Orleans ReceptionBenefits Include: -Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event -Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event -Recognition on the NSBE PDC website and in the conference mobile app -5 Individual registrations (All registrations are full conference access.)

$40,000.00

Professional MixersBENEFITS INCLUDE • Opportunity to provide welcome remarks and guest speaker during the event • Opportunity to provide signage, marketing material, goodie bags and/or giveaways at the event • Banners and signage opportunities on the tables • Acknowledgment in the PDC agenda and on the PDC website • Inclusion in post-event survey on 1 brand-specific question

$12,500.00

Industry, University & Government Tours | $5,000 + Food & TransportationThese technical tours will provide attendees with a real-world look at your organization and the work being done in your industry. Hosting a facility tour is an invaluable way to connect with experienced professionals, to provide unique insight into your organization’s accomplishments, and help achieve your diversity and inclusion goals. Benefits include: • Opportunity to provide opening remarks (3-5 minutes) • Opportunity to provide marketing materials, goodie bags and/or giveaways at event • 1 post on NSBE PDC social media platforms

$5,000.00

Headshot Happy Hour | $15,000 + Food and BeverageAs a partner, you get the opportunity to personalize this event by creating an informal atmosphere to meet and recruit promising talent. Take advantage of this chance to share information about your organization and its career opportunities. BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Opportunity to provide remarks • Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event • Organization’s logo displayed prominently during the event • Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website • Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms and conference mobile app • 2 full-access complimentary registrations (for non-platinum Partners) • Can be hosted at an off-site location

$15,000.00

2025 PDC Special Event Opportunities

The Professionals BrunchOn Saturday of the conference, you can host attendees for brunch in The Big Easy. Celebrate the strength of collective excellence at the NSBE Professionals Brunch, where this year’s theme, The Power of Us, highlights the extraordinary impact of unity, collaboration, and shared purpose. This premier event at the 2025 Professional Development Conference brings together Black engineering professionals and allies for a morning of inspiration, connection, and empowerment. BENEFITS INCLUDE • Opportunity to provide opening remarks • Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event • Organization’s logo displayed prominently during event • Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website • Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms • Recognition in the conference mobile app • 10 Tickets for the Brunch • Two (2) full-access complimentary registrations

$30,000.00

2025 PDC Community Service Opportunities

Community EngagementOpportunity to provide welcome remarks and guest speaker during the event • Opportunity to provide signage, marketing material, goodie bags and/or giveaways at the event • Banners and signage opportunities on the tables • Acknowledgment in the PDC agenda and on the PDC website • Inclusion in post-event survey on 1 brand-specific question

$15,000.00

2025 PDC Evening of Excellence

Presenting PartnerPRESENTING BENEFITS INCLUDE: ● Keynote speaking opportunity ● 3 Reserved tables for your organization ● Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event ● Organization’s logo displayed prominently during the event ● Professionals Career Expo – Booth ● Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website ● Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms ● Recognition in the conference mobile app ● 6 Full-access complimentary registrations

$75,000.00 Quantity

Patron PartnerBENEFITS INCLUDE: 1 Reserved table for your organization ● Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event ● Organization’s logo displayed on signage during the event ● Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website ● Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms ● Recognition in the conference mobile app ● 3 Full-access complimentary registrations

$10,000.00 Quantity

Individual TablesBENEFITS INCLUDE: 1 Reserved table for your organization ● Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event ● Organization’s logo displayed on signage during the event ● Organization’s logo with hyperlink on the NSBE PDC website ● Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms ● Recognition in the conference mobile app ● 3 Full-access complimentary registrations

$4,000.00 Quantity

2025 PDC Branding Opportunities

Conference Mobile AppBENEFITS INCLUDE: • Opportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event • Recognition on the NSBE PDC website • Prime banner spot in the app and gamification opportunities • 5 Complimentary registrations (All registrations are full access.) • Inclusion in post-event survey with one 1 brand-specific question

$10,000.00

Conference Wi-FiOpportunity to provide marketing materials and giveaways at the event • Recognition on the NSBE PDC website • Banner spot in the app and gamification opportunities • 5 Complimentary registrations (All registrations are full access.) • Inclusion in post-event survey with one 1 brand-specific question

$60,000.00 Quantity

Registration Badge LanyardsBENEFITS INCLUDE: Logo prominently displayed on the lanyards along with the NSBE Professionals logo • Acknowledgment in the PDC registration area

$6,000.00 Quantity

Livestream PartnerBENEFITS INCLUDE: •Custom lead-generating digital registration page • Pre and post-event audience targeting • Digital and social ads •Opportunity for multi-event partnership to develop a long-term lead-generation campaign • 1 Live event; 15 sec interstitial ad •In-venue digital display branding • Live audience gifting option

$30,000.00 Quantity

Conference BagsBENEFITS INCLUDE: • Name and Logo on the bag • Opportunity for giveaways and materials to be placed in the bag • Recognition at our Opening and General Sessions • Logo in the conference app and website

$10,000.00 Quantity

Snack Refuel StationsThis is an opportunity for your organization to provide snacks and beverages to conference attendees between sessions and throughout the day to replenish their energy. Signage will be provided by each station to acknowledge your organization along with space on the tables for your marketing materials.

$5,000.00 Quantity

Mobile Charging StationsThe organization will host mobile charging stations to give attendees the opportunity to enjoy the conference without worrying about losing power on their mobile devices. These stations provide branding opportunities and greatly improve attendees' overall experience. BENEFITS INCLUDE: • Organization’s logo displayed prominently during event • Organization’s logo on the NSBE PDC website and in the conference app • Recognition on NSBE PDC social media platforms

$8,500.00 Quantity

Branded Hotel Key CardsMake the first impression on attendees by sponsoring hotel key cards. Your logo, name, and graphics will be displayed on the hotel keycards at the Grand Hyatt Hotel.

$2,500.00 Quantity

Conference Signage SponsorshipPartners will have the opportunity to increase their brand awareness in the heart of the conference with column wraps and wall clings. Throughout the conference, all attendees will see your branding upon entering the main foyer.

$5,000.00 Quantity

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Scholarships, Programs, & Custom Agreements
Please select from the categories of partnership provided below.

Please note that invoices for these partnership opportunities will take 10 business days to provide since these are more detailed requests. Thank you for your patience.
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NSBE Scholarships Program
Named Scholarship
Your organization can sponsor a "Named Scholarship" which allows your organization to help manage the criteria for applicants and tie your organization to the gift. This type of gift will require a 10% admin fee. You will be able to review the Terms and Conditions below.

The minimum donation for a Named Scholarship is $10,000, with a minimum scholarship award of $5,000. A 10% administrative fee is added to the total amount of your awards to cover the cost of administering and awarding your scholarship. All scholarship donations under $10,000 fund the NSBE General Scholarship pool.

Please note: All funds must be dispersed within 2 years of the gift date. If funds are remaining after 2 years, the funds will be reallocated to the general scholarship fund.

Cycle 1: Fall
Applications open in early September and close in early January
Partners must sponsor a scholarship by Aug. 1
Scholarship review and selection begin in early January
NSBE notifies members of selection in mid-winter
Recipients receive scholarship funds in the spring
Recipients are recognized on stage at the next NSBE Annual Convention, in late March

Cycle 2: Spring
Applications open in early April and close June 30 (NSBE Jr. Summer Bridge Scholarship closes June 20)
Partners must sponsor a scholarship by March 1
Scholarship review and selection begin in early July
NSBE notifies members of selection in early July
Recipients receive scholarship funds in the late summer
Recipients are recognized on stage at the next NSBE Annual Convention, in late March

Contact scholarships@nsbe.org to learn more.
Scholarship Amount
Total - A 10% administrative fee is added to the amount of your awards to cover the cost of administering and awarding your scholarship. All scholarship donations under $10,000 fund the NSBE General Scholarship pool. See details above.
Select the scholarship cycle - Full details above.
Cycle 1: Fall - Applications open in early September and close early January. Partners must sponsor a scholarship by Aug. 1. Cycle 2: Spring - Applications open in early April and close June 30. Partners must sponsor a scholarship by March 1.
The following form is REQUIRED for named scholarships. Please complete this form.
Custom Partnerships/Grants/Programmatic Partnership
NSBE works with our partners to customize partnerships that achieve their own unique goals. We receive grants and custom-built programmatic partnerships. All information must be uploaded to our commitment form for processing.
Please indicate where the funds for this grant/partnership will be directed towards.
Please provide the total Partnership Amount
Please provide a copy of the contract or agreement.

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Please select the Region you would like to submit this donation to.

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Partnership Terms and Conditions

All payments are due 30 days from the invoice date.

Payments outstanding after December 31, 2025 will affect your participation at the convention. There will be a 25% fee for any sponsorship cancellations after January 3, 2026. This includes paid and unpaid invoices. There will be no refunds after January 31, 2026.
Partnership Information

The National Partnerships Team will use the following information to coordinate and plan your partnership benefits.
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The US Mail mailing address is listed below:

National Society of Black Engineers
P.O. Box 69715
Baltimore, Maryland 21264-9715

For incoming Overnight Express Mail items, the following address should be used:

National Society of Black Engineers
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Box # 69715
1800 Washington Blvd. 8th Floor
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
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