Sponsorship Tiers and Benefits
| Tier | Contribution | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Platinum | AUD $25,000+ | Keynote or session speaking slot, premium booth, logo on all materials, homepage placement, 6 full registrations, branded student award sponsorship |
| Gold | AUD $15,000-24,999 | Panel participation, exhibit booth, logo on digital materials and lanyards, 4 full registrations |
| Silver | AUD $7,500-14,999 | Logo on website and program, booth space, 2 full registrations |
| Bronze | AUD $3,000-7,499 | Website and program logo, 1 registration discount |
| Startup / Academic Lab Partner | AUD $1,000+ | Poster or table display, networking session access, visibility in student activities |
Sponsorships
The organizing team will seek sponsorship from government and civic bodies and academic partners.
Experience Gold Coast is a prospective partner for in-kind support such as destination marketing, welcome kits, city tour logistics, and potential co-hosting of the welcome reception.
Griffith University is the proposed official host institution, supporting venue engagement, student volunteers, administrative support, and regional promotion.
All sponsors will be acknowledged in
All sponsors will be acknowledged in opening and closing ceremonies, conference emails and the mobile app, event signage, and proceedings.
Use of Sponsorship Funds
- Student travel grants and reduced registration fees
- Early-career researcher support through discounted tutorials and workshops
- Best student paper and poster prizes
- Hybrid participation subsidies to support inclusivity
Expected Sponsors and Outreach Plan
The conference anticipates securing 4-6 sponsors across different tiers, including at least one Silver Sponsor and one Academic or Startup Partner already under discussion.
The outreach plan targets government, research, and industry organizations including Experience Gold Coast, Tourism and Events Queensland, CSIRO, Google, Amazon Web Services, Westpac, and leading Australian technology companies.
The organizing team will also collaborate with the IEEE CIS Industry and Government Subcommittees to identify additional partners and broaden engagement.