Deans Conference
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EduvantisEduvantis is a strategy consulting and marketing services firm helping higher education institutions increase enrollments, improve marketing effectiveness, and gain market share in a highly competitive environment. We also have deep experience in management education, having served more than 80 business schools, from most of the global top ten institutions to large state institutions and outstanding private schools, large and small.Visit Website -
Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra UniversityThe Frank G. Zarb School of Business at Hofstra University is a dual-AACSB–accredited institution recognized nationally for innovation and academic excellence. Emphasizing industry-informed, experiential learning, Zarb offers comprehensive programming and high-tech facilities that equip students to become agile business leaders who drive transformation in the global marketplace.Visit Website -
Kean University, College of Business and Public ManagementKean University's College of Business and Public Management gives students the education and experience they need to claim their place as socially responsible innovators in the global economy. CBPM offers in-demand undergraduate and graduate programs in marketing, management, accounting and other disciplines.Visit Website -
Kent State University, Ambassador Crawford College of Business and EntrepreneurshipThe Kent State University Ambassador Crawford College of Business and Entrepreneurship recently opened Crawford Hall, a state-of-the-art structure named for Ambassador Edward F. Crawford. The new building supports innovative instruction, leading research and student support services for thousands of business majors, minors and others taking business courses across the Kent State system.Visit Website -
Villanova University, Villanova School of BusinessThe Villanova School of Business develops business leaders for a better world® through the Augustinian values of truth, community, caring and leading through service. VSB provides a world-class business education with undergraduate and graduate programs and executive education. Renowned faculty blend formal business training with real-world application to deliver an innovative and rigorous curriculum. By bridging theory and practice, VSB helps students develop into creative problem solvers who become ethical, influential leaders who grow, analyze and protect business value.Visit Website
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Spears School of BusinessAt Spears Business, we empower students in an environment where personal connections are paramount and academic excellence is strengthened by interpersonal prowess. According to U.S. News & World Report, Spears Business boasts the nation's No. 8 Online Bachelor's in Business Program and the No. 10 Online MBA Program.Visit Website
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The University of Rhode Island, College of BusinessThe University of Rhode Island College of Business is an AACSB-accredited business school in Kingston, RI, committed to experiential learning, innovation, and student success. Serving nearly 3,500 students across undergraduate, master’s, MBA, DBA, and Ph.D. programs, the College prepares diverse business leaders and scholars to become lifelong learners who make a global impact.Visit Website
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Tulane University - Freeman School of BusinessVisit Website
Tulane's Freeman School of Business offers innovative, globally focused business education. With a commitment to academic excellence, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, Freeman equips students to lead in dynamic environments. The Freeman School of Business fosters a collaborative community, blending cutting-edge research with real-world experiences to prepare leaders for tomorrow's challenges.
Contributor-Level Sponsorships
12 Opportunities
Networking Reception
Sponsoring the Networking Reception on February 4th guarantees your brand a high level of visibility and the chance to engage directly with leading business school deans.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage throughout the reception space.
- Logo recognition on cocktail napkins distributed during the reception.
- Dedicated table provided during the reception for the distribution of pre-approved materials.
- Opportunity to place materials on tables throughout the reception space.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor tables.
Keynote I
Align your brand with cutting-edge thought leadership by sponsoring Ethan Mollick's keynote session, a can't-miss event that promises significant exposure and engagement.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage during the keynote.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the keynote for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved materials at attendee seats.
- 30-second video to play prior to the keynote presentation.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Keynote II
Build on the energy of the conference by aligning your brand with a high-impact keynote that keeps attendees engaged and
conversations moving forward.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage during the keynote.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the keynote for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved
materials at attendee seats. - 60-second video to play prior to the keynote presentation.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
General Session Sponsorship
Make a lasting impression with sponsorship of a general session that takes place on the Deans Conference main
stage
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage during the session.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the session for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved
materials at attendee seats. - 60-second video to play prior to the session.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Monday Networking Luncheon
Kick off the conference with a warm welcome and real connections—sponsor the Monday Networking Luncheon and put
your brand in front of deans as conversations begin.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Logo recognition on signage during the luncheon.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the luncheon for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved materials at attendee seats.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Hotel Room Keys
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom design featured on the front of all attendee hotel room keys.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Welcome Gift
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor may provide a pre-approved welcome gift given at conference check-in.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
First Time Attendee Gift
Welcome first-time attendees with a memorable introduction to the conference by sponsoring both the First-Time Attendee Session and an exclusive gift: includes branded signage at check-in, the First-Time Attendee Session, and dedicated traffic as attendees collect their gifts from your table in the Sponsor Showcase.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's logo featured on signage at check-in and the New Deans and First-Time Attendee session.
- Sponsor may provide a pre-approved gift to first-time attendees.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of the gift and other materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Care Station
Be the reason attendees feel taken care of. From dry lips to sniffles, the Care Station meets small needs in big ways.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's logo featured on signage near the Care Station space.
- Sponsor may place a pull-up banner and materials within the space.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Networking Community Meetings
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor’s logo on signage during all networking community meetings taking place during the conference.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Refreshment Break (Two Available)
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor’s logo on signage during the sponsored refreshment break.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
General Conference Support
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the AACSB event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Friend-Level Sponsorships
1 Opportunities
Digital Advertisement
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the AACSB event app.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.








