Information for Sponsors

Everything We Need to Showcase Your Brand Like a Pro

Thank you so much for your generous support of Summit 2025—we’re thrilled to have you on board! Your sponsorship helps make this event possible and we’re committed to making sure you get the visibility and value you deserve. To do that, we’ll need a few things from you. This page outlines all the assets and information we’ll need to showcase your brand effectively and ensure a smooth and successful experience leading up to and during the event. Can’t wait to see you in Austin!

Hotel Reservations

We encourage you to reserve your hotel rooms as soon as possible using the FBR code to ensure you make it into our room block.

Hilton Austin Downtown – 500 East 4th Street, Austin, TX 78701

Discounted Room Block – $299/night (plus taxes)

Book online or call 888-4HONORS (888-446-6677) and mention group code FBR

Arriving

  • Exhibiting Sponsors: Please plan to join us for the Welcome Reception and Volunteer Activity starting at 5:00 p.m. Sponsor Table set-up can be completed anytime before 4pm on Wednesday, October 22.
  • General Admission (no pre-conference workshop): Plan to arrive by 5:00 p.m on Wednesday, October 22 for the Welcome Reception & Volunteer Activity.
  • C-Level Pre-Conference Workshop Attendees: Sessions begin at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 22.
  • VP/Director or HR Pre-Conference Workshop Attendees: Sessions begin at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 22.

Departing: On Friday, October 24, book your return flight anytime after 2:00 pm (we wrap up at noon with an interactive session led by Stay in Your Lane – trust us, it’s worth sticking around for!).

What We Need From You

To help us give your brand the spotlight it deserves, we’ll need a few materials from you—think logos, links, and maybe a headshot or two (no glam squad required). Below, you’ll find a checklist of what we need, organized by sponsorship level, so you know exactly what to send. The sooner we have your info, the sooner we can start showing you off!

DUE ASAP

  • RGB and CMYK versions of your brand logo in vector format (EPS or AI) or as a high-res (300 dpi) PNG on a transparent background
  • The URL you would like us to link to from the Summit website
  • Up to three (3) 10-15 second video clips promoting your brand
    • The video clips will be posted on the FBR LinkedIn feed and should be a quick tip/comment promoting your brand and your attendance at Summit. If you provide a helpful tip, and then say “catch me at Summit”, it helps with promotion for all of us!
    • Email video clips to [email protected]

DUE JULY 1

  • A 50-word description of your brand to be used in the Summit app
  • A 500- 700 word blog post to be posted on the Franchise Business Review website (optional)
    • We have an optional blog post available for additional free exposure. If you have an article or post related to the Summit, we can post it on our blog (pending editorial approval) and promote it on social media and in our newsletter.

DUE JULY 15

  • Digital One-Sheet for App
    • One-pager that will be shared digitally with attendees. This should be fully designed and limited to one-page. We encourage it to be tips, checklists, etc. that will provide value to attendees.
    • Example of previous one-sheet

DUE AUGUST 1

  • A two-minute video submission (note: your brand has the option for 5 minutes on stage at Summit in lieu of providing a video submission)
    • Please clip your video to the desired 2 minute or less length and provide it as an MP4 file
    • Here is an example of a previous submission

DUE SEPTEMBER 5

  • Franchise Operations Rockstar nomination 
  • If one of your brand representatives is planning on moderating a roundtable, please provide their contact information
  • Recommended $200 Volunteer Event Donation (donation payment details to be provided in the months approaching event)

BRING TO SUMMIT

  • An optional contribution to the giveaway swag bag
  • A stamp or sticker to be used on the Supplier/Sponsor passport
    • Maximum dimensions should be 1.5″ x 1.5″
    • Attendees who collect all stamps/stickers will be eligible to win a giveaway or swag bag. FBR will have extras on hand in case they’re needed.

DUE ASAP

  • RGB and CMYK versions of your brand logo in vector format (EPS or AI) or as a high-res (300 dpi) PNG on a transparent background
  • The URL you would like us to link to from the Summit website
  • Up to three (3) 10-15 second video clips promoting your brand
    • The video clips will be posted on the FBR LinkedIn feed and should be a quick tip/comment promoting your brand and your attendance at Summit. If you provide a helpful tip, and then say “catch me at Summit”, it helps with promotion for all of us!
    • Email video clips to [email protected]

DUE JULY 1

  • A 50-word description of your brand to be used in the Summit app
  • A 500- 700 word blog post to be posted on the Franchise Business Review website (optional)
    • We have an optional blog post available for additional free exposure. If you have an article or post related to the Summit, we can post it on our blog (pending editorial approval) and promote it on social media and in our newsletter.

DUE JULY 15

  • Digital One-Sheet for App
    • One-pager that will be shared digitally with attendees. This should be fully designed and limited to one page. We encourage it to be tips, checklists, etc. that will provide value to attendees.
    • Example of previous one-sheet

DUE AUGUST 1

  • A two-minute video submission (note: your brand has the option for 5 minutes on stage at Summit in lieu of providing a video submission)
    • Please clip your video to the desired 2 minute or less length and provide it as an MP4 file
    • Here is an example of a previous submission

DUE SEPTEMBER 5

  • Franchise Operations Rockstar nomination 
  • If one of your brand representatives is planning on moderating a roundtable, please provide their contact information
  • Recommended $200 Volunteer Event Donation (donation payment details to be provided in the months approaching event)

BRING TO SUMMIT

  • An optional contribution to the giveaway swag bag
  • A stamp or sticker to be used on the Supplier/Sponsor passport
    • Maximum dimensions should be 1.5″ x 1.5″
    • Attendees who collect all stamps/stickers will be eligible to win a giveaway or swag bag. FBR will have extras on hand in case they’re needed.

DUE ASAP

  • RGB and CMYK versions of your brand logo in vector format (EPS or AI) or as a high-res (300 dpi) PNG on a transparent background
  • The URL you would like us to link to from the Summit website
  • Up to three (3) 10-15 second video clips promoting your brand
    • The video clips will be posted on the FBR LinkedIn feed and should be a quick tip/comment promoting your brand and your attendance at Summit. If you provide a helpful tip, and then say “catch me at Summit”, it helps with promotion for all of us!
    • Email video clips to [email protected]

DUE JULY 1

  • A 50-word description of your brand to be used in the Summit app
  • A 500- 700 word blog post to be posted on the Franchise Business Review website (optional)
    • We have an optional blog post available for additional free exposure. If you have an article or post related to the Summit, we can post it on our blog (pending editorial approval) and promote it on social media and in our newsletter.

DUE JULY 15

  • Digital One-Sheet for App
    • One-pager that will be shared digitally with attendees. This should be fully designed and limited to one-page. We encourage it to be tips, checklists, etc. that will provide value to attendees.
    • Example of previous one-sheet

DUE SEPTEMBER 5

  • Franchise Operations Rockstar nomination 
  • If one of your brand representatives is planning on moderating a roundtable, please provide their contact information
  • Recommended $200 Volunteer Event Donation (donation payment details to be provided in the months approaching event)

BRING TO SUMMIT

  • An optional contribution to the giveaway swag bag
  • A stamp or sticker to be used on the Supplier/Sponsor passport
    • Maximum dimensions should be 1.5″ x 1.5″
    • Attendees who collect all stamps/stickers will be eligible to win a giveaway or swag bag. FBR will have extras on hand in case they’re needed.

DUE ASAP

  • RGB and CMYK versions of your brand logo in vector format (EPS or AI) or as a high-res (300 dpi) PNG on a transparent background
  • The URL you would like us to link to from the Summit website
  • Up to three (3) 10-15 second video clips promoting your brand
    • The video clips will be posted on the FBR LinkedIn feed and should be a quick tip/comment promoting your brand and your attendance at Summit. If you provide a helpful tip, and then say “catch me at Summit”, it helps with promotion for all of us!
    • Email video clips to [email protected]

DUE JULY 1

  • A 50-word description of your brand to be used in the Summit app
  • A 500- 700 word blog post to be posted on the Franchise Business Review website (optional)
    • We have an optional blog post available for additional free exposure. If you have an article or post related to the Summit, we can post it on our blog (pending editorial approval) and promote it on social media and in our newsletter.

DUE JULY 15

  • Digital One-Sheet for App
    • One-pager that will be shared digitally with attendees. This should be fully designed and limited to one-page. We encourage it to be tips, checklists, etc. that will provide value to attendees.
    • Example of previous one-sheet

DUE SEPTEMBER 5

BRING TO SUMMIT

  • An optional contribution to the giveaway swag bag

All submissions can be emailed to [email protected].

What You’ll Get From Us

We’ve got you covered. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of exactly what to expect from FBR, organized by your sponsorship level. From shoutouts to signage, we’re lining up all the ways we’ll highlight your brand before, during, and after the event—because if you’re showing up for us, you better believe we’re showing up for you.

Promo Graphics

  • Branded promotional graphics for social media will be emailed directly to sponsors. General promo graphics for social media and email use will be available for download here in the months leading up to Summit. Stay tuned!

Volunteer Event Info

  • Will be available here prior to the event. Stay tuned!

Sponsor Table Exhibit Details & Shipping Instructions

  • Sponsor table information, including dimensions, arrival time, and shipping instructions, will be available here in the months leading up to Summit. Stay tuned!

Roundtable Moderator Info (if participating)

  • Roundtable moderator information will be available here in the months leading up to Summit. Stay tuned!

Speaker Materials (if applicable)

  • Information for speakers will be available here soon. Stay tuned!

Attendee List

  • The initial attendee list will be available to sponsors four weeks before the event. The final attendee list will be available one week before the event. Lists will be provided directly to sponsors when available.

Upgrade to become Silver Sponsor to receive exhibit space and have a representative from your brand act as a roundtable moderator!

Promo Graphics

  • Branded promotional graphics for social media will be emailed directly to sponsors. General promo graphics for social media and email use will be available for download here in the months leading up to Summit. Stay tuned!

Volunteer Event Info

  • Will be available here prior to the event. Stay tuned!

Attendee List

  • The initial attendee list will be available to sponsors four weeks before the event. The final attendee list will be available one week before the event. Lists will be provided directly to sponsors when available.

Got questions, ideas, or just want to say hi? Our events team is here for all of it. Shoot us an email anytime —we’re happy to help!

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