The USSA Class Panel has been developed to provide a forum to create an opportunity to build strong relationships with the superyacht world’s Class Societies and industry leaders. This unprecedented gathering of the world’s leading Class Societies’ representatives including ABS, Lloyds of London, RINA, Bureau Veritas and Det Norske Veritas (DNV) will provide participants with the opportunity to hear straight from the top regarding the latest industry updates, as well as any issues and challenges that might be coming down the road. In addition, the panel discussion will also provide the chance to share best practices, individual successes, and the challenges we all face to ensure our industry’s safety. This event will sell-out quickly, so make sure to secure your position as a sponsor or participant today!
All packages include participation in the Class Society event, as well as prime exposure with the USSA in the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show.
Class Panel Breakfast: Thursday, October 31, 2024, from 8:00 to 9:45 am at Bahia Mar. Target market attendees include engineers, surveyors, shipyards, service providers and other key industry players that will provide sales and marketing potential for all in attendance.
Program: The Program will be distributed throughout the Show highlighting our partners and Class Society participants and showcase the value of partnerships and how we can all work together to create the best experience for owners, captains and those who are utilizing the services of our membership.
Exposure within the Show: The USSA is once-again hosting a high-profile Pavilion within the Yachting Tent that provides quality exposure to attendees, exhibitors and Partners. Targeted activations are being curated to attract qualified traffic to the Pavilion. All Partners will also have a presence in the USSA stand with logo exposure and promotion throughout the Show.
USSA Sky Lounge Event Sponsor: The member’s-only/VIP Lounge, located steps outside the hustle and bustle of the Show at Bahia Mar, provides the perfect location for casual meetings in a comfortable and private setting. This exclusive destination, open during the key days of the Show (Wednesday-Saturday), will once again feature daily continental breakfast, access to premium bar and beverage service as well as nibbles and gourmet food offerings. In addition, innovative activations and events provide sponsors with access to key target markets and new business opportunities.
This Class Society sponsorship package offers your team a focused and targeted approach to maximizing your investment to reach a variety of clients, vendors and industry.
Masters of Class|Presenting Sponsor
$5,000
Presenting Sponsorship provides the greatest level of exposure at the USSA Masters of Class Forum and throughout the Show. There will be additional targeted activations in the USSA Pavilion in the Show, as well as in the Sky Lounge and through social media leading up to, during and post show.
• Premiere logo exposure featured as “Presented by” in all promotions tied to the event
• Opportunity for a 2-3 minute Presentation during the Breakfast meeting
• Company logo prominently featured on signage, promotional e-blasts and on the screens within the Sky Lounge
• Logo recognition on signage within the USSA exhibit space in the Yachting Tent
• 10 (one-day) guest passes to Sky Lounge
• 25 drink tickets for use in the Sky Lounge (wine and beer are complimentary)
• Four (4) guest tickets to the Show (excluding Wednesday)
• ½-page Ad in a special USSA Masters of Class program to be distributed throughout the Show in the USSA Pavilion and Sky Lounge.
• Opportunity to have a 30-second pre-produced video ad included in the video loops running on the screens in the Sky Lounge and USSA Pavilion (video to be provided by sponsor)
• Promotional materials placed in designated area within the Sky Lounge and USSA Pavilion
• Your company logo (with hyperlink where possible) will be posted on the USSA website and in all social media promotion prior to, during and after the event
• Exposure to USSA’s tens of thousands of social followers across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter before, during and after the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, with paid online ads to boost exposure
• Four (4) tickets to USSA Masters of Class Breakfast
• Two (2) tickets to USSA Annual Meeting
Masters of Class| Silver Sponsor
$2,500
Supporting Sponsorship gives your company increased exposure within the Class Society Forum and throughout the Show. There will be additional targeted activations in the USSA Pavilion in the Yachting Tent, in the Sky Lounge and through social media.
• Logo exposure featured in all promotions tied to the event
• Company logo featured on signage, promotional e-blasts and on the screens within the Sky Lounge
• Logo recognition on signage within the USSA exhibit space in the Yachting Tent
• 4 (one-day) guest passes to Sky Lounge
• 10 drink tickets for use in the Sky Lounge (wine and beer are complimentary)
• Two (2) guest tickets to the Show (excluding Wednesday)
• ¼-page Ad in a special USSA Masters of Class program to be distributed throughout the Show in the USSA Pavilion, USSA Sky Lounge and during the event.
• Opportunity to have a 30-second pre-produced video ad included in the video loops running on the screens in the Sky Lounge and USSA Pavilion (video to be provided by sponsor)
• Your company logo (with hyperlink where possible) will be posted on the USSA website and in all social media promotion prior to, during and after the event
• Exposure to USSA’s tens of thousands of social followers across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter before, during and after the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, with paid online ads to boost exposure for our partners
• Two (2) tickets to USSA Masters of Class Breakfast
Masters of Class | Bronze Sponsor
$1,000
Sponsorship gives your business exposure within the Masters of Class Breakfast and program.
• Business Card Size Ad in a special USSA Masters of Class program that will to be distributed throughout the show in the USSA Pavilion, USSA Sky Lounge and during the event.
• Your company logo (with hyperlink where possible) will be posted on the USSA website and in all social media promotion prior to, during and after the event
• Exposure to USSA’s tens of thousands of social followers across LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter before, during and after the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, with paid online ads to boost exposure for our partners
• Two (2) tickets to USSA Masters of Class Breakfast
Masters of Class: Sponsorship Agreement
All sponsorships are on a first-come, first-served basis. Once your information has been received, we will contact you regarding the final billing and the complete details of your sponsorship, as well as provide you with your sponsorship confirmation packet detailing the next steps to ensure your sponsor experience exceeds your expectations.
SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
PRESENTING SPONSOR
$5,000
SILVER SPONSOR $2,500
BRONZE SPONSOR $1,000
Sponsorship Deadline: October 1, 2024
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On behalf of our company, please reserve the above-checked Sponsorship Level in the USSA Skylounge. We agree to pay the amount herewith listed in full no later than October 1, 2024. I understand that it is my responsibility to have ALL required advertising materials, logos, etc. delivered to the US Superyacht Association by all given deadlines. Failure to make full payment by the deadline could result in non-inclusion in official event materials. (Credit card payments add 5%)
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