HECA 2027
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Higher Education Consultants Association (HECA) Conference is the premier event for professional independent educational consultants (IECs) who are dedicated to guiding students through the college admissions process. With 250+ expected attendees annually, this conference offers direct access to a highly engaged audience of professionals who are eager to share valuable resources with more than 10,000 students worldwide.
Benefits of your sponsorship:
- Direct Engagement – Connect with hundreds of independent educational consultants who actively influence students’ college choices.
- Brand Visibility – Gain exposure through conference materials, website promotions, and event signage.
- Targeted Marketing – Showcase your products and services to a niche audience seeking valuable tools for their students.
- Networking Opportunities – Build meaningful relationships with thought leaders and influencers in higher education.
- Amplified Reach – Attendees work closely with students and families, expanding your brand’s impact beyond the conference.
- Priority Access – Early sponsors receive the first choice of sponsorship opportunities and exclusive renewal rights for the next conference.
With customized sponsorship packages designed to maximize your exposure, this opportunity positions your organization as a trusted partner in higher education consulting. Join us in shaping the future of college advising—secure your sponsorship today!
sponsorship opportunities
in detail
Closing Reception
Opening Reception
Take the lead in kicking off the 2027 conference!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
One full conference registration
3-5 Minute welcome address + Opportunity to greet and welcome attendees
Branded signage for sponsored event/item + Branded napkins (provided by sponsor)
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, banner on app
Profile with ad on app
Shared banner on app
Logo exposure in HECA Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Attendee contact list
Investment: 3 Opportunities @ $10,000
Appreciation Reception
HECA volunteers & college representatives
wrap up the first day on a sweet note!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
3-5 Minute welcome address + Opportunity to greet and welcome attendees
Branded signage for sponsored event/item + Branded napkins (provided by sponsor)
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Attendee contact list
Investment: $4,000
"HECA Rocks" Karaoke
A HECA event on Tuesday night that brings attendees
together for a night of entertainment!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
3-5 Minute welcome address + Opportunity to greet and welcome attendees
Branded signage for sponsored event/item + Branded napkins (provided by sponsor)
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in HECA Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Attendee contact list
Investment: 2 Opportunities @ $4,000
Meals
Happy, not hangry!
Meal sponsors get recognition by all conference attendees.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
3-5 Minute welcome address
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Attendee contact list
Investment: 4 Opportunities @ $5,000
Water Stations
Get noticed by a constant stream of attendees.
Branded signage for sponsored event/item
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Attendee contact list
Investment: $1,000
Refreshment Stations
Help keep attendees energized!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Branded signage for sponsored event/item
Branded napkins (provided by sponsor)
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Profile with ad on app
Attendee contact list
Investment: 2 Opportunities @ $2,500
Creation Station Lounge
Provide attendees with activities throughout the conference that will give their brain a break or spark creativity! Sponsor is responsible for activity ideas and materials needed.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Opportunity to greet and welcome attendees
Branded signage for sponsored event/item
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Attendee contact list
Investment: $4,000
College Fair
Get noticed by attendees and colleges from across the globe!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Branded signage for sponsored event/item
Branded napkins (provided by sponsor)
Recognition at start of college fair and college fair game winner announcements
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
300-word profile on app + Profile with ad on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Conference app push notification with event and sponsor name
Attendee contact list
Investment: 2 Opportunities @ $5,000
Conference Wi-Fi
You choose the password that attendees type anytime they connect to the Wi-Fi.
Sponsor can provide a "splash page" that will appear once attendees connect.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
300-word profile on app + Attendee contact list
Investment: $4,500
App Splash Page
Your brand will be recognized each time an attendee opens the app.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Attendee contact list
Investment: $5,500
Room Key Cards
You hold the key! Arrival-to-departure, each room door opens with your logo!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
300-word profile on app + Attendee contact list
Investment: $5,500
Water Bottles
Beat the heat! Help attendees stay hydrated and cool
with a souvenir bottle featuring your logo.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
300-word profile on app + Attendee contact list
Investment: $5,500
Conference Totes
Get noticed on our keepsake tote!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
300-word profile on app + Attendee contact list
Investment: $5,500
Lanyards & Name Badges
Put your brand on the accessory everyone wears!
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Colleges: College Fair Registration and shared banner on app
Businesses: 300-word profile, ad, and banner on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
300-word profile on app + Attendee contact list
Investment: $5,500
Bag Swag
Make a lasting first impression and feature your brand on swag
that attendees receive in their conference tote bag.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Shared banner on app
Attendee contact list
Investment: $2,000
HECA College Tours Bus
Hit the road! Get recognized by tour attendees by sponsoring a HECA college tour bus.
In return for your generous sponsorship, you'll receive:
Branded signage for sponsored event/item
Representatives may greet attendees as they board sponsored bus
300-word profile on app
Logo exposure in Bulletin, conference landing page, projection at conference meetings
Attendee contact list
