Convention 2023
Convention 2023
Convention 2023

Partner with Sigma

Your company or institution can partner with Sigma as an exhibitor, sponsor, or advertiser to reach more than 2,000 nurse leaders at Convention 2023!

The application closed 31 August 2023. Please contact Chris Beaman, with any questions.

 

100 Years of Excellence

Linda A. Streit, PhD, RN

“Sigma members will soon celebrate our organization’s 100th Anniversary. I am incredibly proud of this achievement from an organization that has fostered my career in so many ways. The biennial convention allows the opportunity for leaders of Sigma to gather, reflect on our accomplishments, embrace our challenges, and celebrate the joy of our proud tradition and promising futures. Mark your calendar to attend this historic centennial event where Sigma leaders remain 100% connected and 100% empowered to transform global healthcare.”

— Linda A. Streit, PhD, RN, Dean and Professor, Georgia Baptist College of Nursing, Mercer University, Biennial Convention Platinum Sponsor

As the only global honor society for nurses, Sigma connects your organization to top-tier nursing professionals and nurse leaders at all levels in the healthcare industry at our Biennial Convention!

Sigma is the international nursing honor society, developing leaders in the nursing profession by providing recognition, education, and global opportunities to the world’s top nurses. Support received for Sigma programs directly contributes to our mission and greatly enhances our ability to positively impact patient outcomes.

  • Membership is by invitation only to baccalaureate and graduate nursing students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship and to nurse leaders exhibiting exceptional achievements in nursing.
  • Members reside in more than 100 countries and are connected through a global network of more than 560 chapters located at more than 800 institutions of higher education and more than 20 practice settings in 38 countries and territories.
  • Sigma communicates regularly with more than 100 nurse leaders who have expressed interest in establishing chapters globally, including those in Australia, Chile, Costa Rica, Finland, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Ireland, New Zealand, Nigeria, Oman, Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Spain, and United Arab Emirates

We are clinicians, researchers, faculty member, and more.

 

135K
 
74% Clinical
 
23% Academic
 
3% Other

We are experienced.

 

We are well-educated.

 

100% hold a bachelor's degree

 

54% hold a master's degree

 

19% hold a doctoral degree

 

45% hold a specialty certification


  • 20% of biennial convention attendees work in a hospital or multi-hospital system
  • 75% of biennial convention attendees work in a school of nursing
  • More than 300 nursing students attend convention

For more information, please contact chris@sigmanursing.org or call 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll-free) or +1.317.634.8171.

Who will be attending?

More than 2,000 nurses from around the world, including students, health system administrators, nurse practitioners, faculty, deans, and researchers, will attend in-person and virtually.


Who should exhibit?

  • Academic Programs
  • Associations/Nonprofit Organizations
  • Background/Drug Testing/Compliance
  • Book and Journal Publishers
  • Career Counseling Services
  • Consulting Services
  • Continuing Education Providers
  • Education Technology Producers
  • Government or State Health Agencies
  • Healthcare Providers
  • Health and Wellness Product Providers
  • Hospital and School Equipment Suppliers
  • Insurance Providers
  • Medical/Health Product Companies
  • Medical Records Providers
  • Pharmaceutical Companies
  • Professional Development Providers
  • Recruitment/Staffing/Travel Nursing
  • Scrubs and Accessories
  • Simulation, Technology, and Skills Lab Providers
  • Test Prep Providers/Assessment

What do you get?

  • Exhibit Hall Traffic Builders
    • Grand Opening and Welcome Reception
    • Exhibit Hall Bingo and Prize Drawing
    • Daily Door Prize Drawings
    • Sunday and Monday Lunch
    • Refreshment Breaks
  • NEW! Access to Exhibitor Lounge, with refreshments and increased networking opportunities among exhibitors
  • Opportunity to present special session at Tech Bar (e.g., 10-minute pitch regarding your innovative idea, program, product, or service)
  • Citations in Sigma electronic and print publications disseminated to more than 135,000 global nurse leaders
  • Recognition on convention website and virtual platform
  • Citations in the convention program and related materials
  • Recognition on event mobile app, event viewing screen during opening and closing plenaries also broadcast live to virtual attendees
  • Opportunity to purchase a pre-convention postal address list of attendees for one-time use in promoting your presence at the 2023 Biennial Convention
2021 Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
2021 Exhibitors
Scarf King at Convention 2021
Chamberlain University

Please review the following document(s):

Exhibitor Information/Contract Provisions

Exhibit Booth Package

  • 10-foot by 10-foot booth
  • One 6-foot skirted table
  • Two chairs
  • Wastebasket
  • Booth identification sign
  • Aisle carpeting and daily maintenance
  • Up to four (4) exhibit hall-only booth staff badges that include food and beverage served in the hall

More Information

Information and forms for ordering additional items such as electricity, plants, tables, chairs, computer equipment, etc., will be included in the exhibitor kit disseminated approximately three (3) months before the show.

2023 Exhibit Deadlines and Fees

Deadlines

Before 30 June (Discount)
US $2,400 (Nonprofit)
US $2,700 (For-Profit)
After 30 June
US $2,500 (Nonprofit)
US $2,800 (For-Profit)



Applications received before 31 August 2023 must include a 50 percent deposit.
Applications received on or after 31 August 2023 must include the total amount.
All outstanding balances are due 31 August 2023.

Additional Opportunities

[SOLD OUT] Corner Booth Location – US $200

Quantity: 15 | Sold: 15
Exhibitors may secure a corner location for an additional fee. (Note: Package sponsorships include a prime corner location at no additional cost!)

Enhanced Exhibitor Program Listing – US $350

Quantity: 25  | Sold: 19
Add your logo to your print program listing and your logo/link to the virtual platform and event mobile app featuring exhibitors, program details, speaker bios, live updates, and much, much more. Also includes a convention push notification (140-character limit) during exhibit viewing times.
Logo and copy due on or before 15 September 2023.

[SOLD OUT] Innovation Stage Presentation – US $1,500

Quantity: 10 | Sold: 10
Captivate our audience with a 10-minute presentation on your innovative idea, product, program, or service at the NEW Innovation Stage! Presentations will be highlighted in the Convention program, on the mobile application, and promoted to attendees via push notification.

Daily Prize Giveaway – US $250

Quantity: 17  | Sold: 5
Make an attendee’s day by offering an exciting giveaway, and hear your organization’s name called over the Exhibit Hall loud speaker when your prize drawing for one of our attendees is announced.


Exhibit Hall Schedule

Saturday, 11 November 2023
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. (1000-1600)
Exhibitor Move-In

4:15-6:00 p.m. (1615-1800)
Exhibit Hall Grand Opening & Welcome Reception

Sunday, 12 November 2023
9:15-10:45 a.m. (0915-1045)
Exhibit Hall Open (with coffee)

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (1145-1245)
Exhibit Hall Open (with light lunch)

Monday, 13 November 2023
8:00-9:00 a.m. (0800-0900)
Exhibit Hall Open (with coffee)

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. (1130-1300)
Exhibit Hall Open (with lunch)

1:00-4:00 p.m. (1300-1600)
Exhibitor Move-Out

Want to exhibit at convention?

Submit an Application »

For more information, please contact chris@sigmanursing.org or call 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll-free) or +1.317.634.8171.

Sponsorship Packages

Sponsorship packages offer the most value through increased exposure and added benefits!

  • Recognition from the podium at selected sponsored event(s)
  • Complimentary exhibit booth package (includes 6-foot draped table, two chairs) and a prime corner location
  • Complimentary convention program or online banner ad
  • Sponsor ribbons for all representatives attending Convention
  • Citation in the convention program and on the virtual platform
  • Sign/banner at entrance to event/activity
  • Logo recognition on event mobile app and event viewing screens
  • Citation in Sigma publications disseminated to more than 135,000 nurse leaders
  • Recognition on sigmanursing.org

To customize your package to meet your specific needs, desires, and budget, email Chris Beaman, Corporate Relations Advisor.

All events, activities, and programs may be co-sponsored with one or more organizations, with fees split accordingly. Sponsorships are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

 

DIAMOND CONVENTION SPONSOR — US $25,000

  • Recognition as a Diamond sponsor
  • Your choice of sponsored events or activities, including onsite signage opportunities, up to US $20,000
  • Full-page four-color program ad (US $2,950 value)
  • Complimentary exhibit booth package plus prime corner location (US $2,600+ value)
  • Complimentary Tech Bar opportunity (US $1,500 value)
  • Complimentary Enhanced Exhibitor Listing (US $350 value)
  • Attendee postal address list (US $550 value)
  • Logo recognition on event virtual platform, mobile app, from the podium, and on event viewing screens at the opening and closing plenary sessions also broadcast live to virtual attendees

Package Value: US $27,950

 

PLATINUM CONVENTION SPONSOR — US $20,000

  • Recognition as a Platinum sponsor
  • Your choice of sponsored events or activities, including onsite signage opportunities, up to US $15,000
  • Full-page four-color program ad (US $2,950 value)
  • Complimentary exhibit booth package plus prime corner location ($2,600+ value)
  • Complimentary Tech Bar opportunity (US $1,500 value)
  • Complimentary Enhanced Exhibitor Listing (US $350 value)
  • Attendee postal address list (US $550 value)
  • Logo recognition on event virtual platform, mobile app, from the podium, and on event viewing screens at the opening and closing plenary sessions also broadcast live to virtual attendees

Package Value: US $22,950

 

GOLD CONVENTION SPONSOR — US $15,000

  • Recognition as a Gold sponsor
  • Your choice of a sponsored event(s) or activity, including onsite signage opportunities, up to US $10,000
  • Full-page four-color program ad (US $2,950 value)
  • Complimentary exhibit booth package plus prime corner location (US $2,600+ value)
  • Complimentary Tech Bar opportunity (US $1,500 value)
  • Complimentary Enhanced Exhibitor Listing (US $350 value)
  • Attendee postal address list (US $550 value)
  • Logo recognition on event virtual platform, mobile app, from the podium, and on event viewing screens at the opening and closing plenary sessions also broadcast live to virtual attendees

Package Value: US $17,950

 

SILVER CONVENTION SPONSOR — US $10,000

  • Special recognition as a Silver sponsor
  • Your choice of a sponsored event(s) or activity, including onsite signage opportunities, up to US $6,000
  • Half-page four-color program ad (US $1,500 value)
  • Complimentary exhibit booth package plus prime corner location (US $2,600+ value)
  • Discounted Tech Bar opportunity (50% off, US $750 value)
  • Complimentary Enhanced Exhibitor Listing (US $350 value)
  • Attendee postal address list (US $550 value)
  • Logo recognition on event virtual platform, mobile app, from the podium, and on event viewing screens at the opening and closing plenary sessions also broadcast live to virtual attendees

Package Value: US $11,750

 

BRONZE CONVENTION SPONSOR — US $8,000

  • Special recognition as Bronze sponsor
  • Your choice of a sponsored event(s) or activity, including onsite signage opportunities, up to US $5,000
  • Quarter-page four-color program ad (US $995 value)
  • Complimentary exhibit booth package plus prime corner location (US $2,600+ value)
  • Discounted Tech Bar opportunity (50% off, US $750 value)
  • Complimentary Enhanced Exhibitor Listing (US $350 value)
  • Logo recognition on event virtual platform, mobile app, from the podium, and on event viewing screens at the opening and closing plenary sessions also broadcast live to virtual attendees

Package Value: US $9,695

Sponsorships - Events & Activities

Events and activities may be co-sponsored with one or more organizations, and fees split accordingly. Sponsorships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, with right of first refusal extended to 2021 sponsors.

 

Recognition

  • Acknowledgment from the podium at sponsored event(s)
  • Citation in convention program, on the virtual platform, and in related materials
  • Recognition on sign/banner at entrance to event/activity
  • Logo recognition on the virtual platform, event mobile app and event viewing screens, including logo (US $5,000 level and above)
  • Citation in Sigma publications disseminated to more than 135,000 nurse leaders
  • Recognition on sigmanursing.org

 

US $20,000

  • Opening Plenary Session - featuring opportunity to give brief remarks
  • Closing Plenary Session - featuring opportunity to give brief remarks
  • [SOLD] Exhibit Hall Grand Opening & Welcome Reception - featuring opportunity to give brief remarks
  • Exhibit Hall Lunch Functions
  • [SOLD] Headshot Lounge
  • Event Partner Lounge
  • [NOT AVAILABLE] Innovation Stage and Tech Bar
  • [SOLD] Water Bottles

 

US $15,000 (choose one, each exclusive)

  • [SOLD] Attendee Deluxe Tote Bags
  • [NOT AVAILABLE] Convention Website
  • Wi-Fi
  • [NOT AVAILABLE] Therapet
  • Downtown San Antonio Street Banners
  • Chapter Key Award Reception - featuring opportunity to give brief remarks
  • Tribute Award Luncheon - featuring opportunity to give brief remarks

 

US $10,000 (choose one, each exclusive)

  • [SOLD] Attendee Lanyards
  • [SOLD] Convention Mobile App
  • [NOT AVAILABLE] Selfie Scavenger Hunt
  • [SOLD] Sigma Trivia Night
  • Rapid Presentation Rounds

 

US $6,000 (choose one, each exclusive)

  • Exhibit Hall Bingo & Grand Prize Drawing
  • [SOLD] Poster Presentations
  • [SOLD] Selfie Wall
  • [SOLD] Sigma Career Advising
  • Portable Charging Stations (x2)
  • Student Engagement
  • [SOLD] Sigma 100-Year Puzzle Challenge

 

US $5,000 (choose one)

  • [SOLD] Attendee Notebooks
  • [NOT AVAILABLE] Personalized Hand Sanitizer
  • [SOLD] Poster Sessions - Rising Stars
  • [SOLD] Speaker Ready Room
  • Volunteer Gifts
  • [SOLD] Nursing Mothers' Lounges
Sponsorships - Awards Presentations

Recognize nursing excellence by becoming a 2023 international awards presentation sponsor. Awards may be co-sponsored with one or more organizations, and fees split accordingly. Sponsorships are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, with right of first refusal extended to 2021 sponsors.

 

Recognition

  • Acknowledgment from the podium as sponsor of the awards presentation
  • Citation in the convention program
  • Recognition on event virtual platform, mobile app and on event viewing screens
  • Recognition on the convention website
  • Citation in Sigma publications disseminated to more than 135,000 nurse leaders

 

US $3,000 (choose one)

Presented during the Opening Plenary (I) on Saturday, 11 November, attended by more than 2,000 members and guests, and broadcast live to virtual attendees.

  • The Founders Awards are the highest honors bestowed by Sigma:
    • [SOLD] Dorothy Garrigus Adams Award for Excellence in Service
    • Edith Moore Copeland Award for Excellence in Innovation and Creativity
    • Ethel Palmer Clarke Award for Chapter Excellence
    • [SOLD] Elizabeth McWilliams Miller Award for Excellence in Research
    • Elizabeth Russell Belford Award for Excellence in Education
    • Marie Hippensteel Lingeman Award for Excellence in Nursing Practice
    • Mary Tolle Wright Award for Excellence in Leadership
  • [SOLD] Audrey Hepburn Award for Contributions to the Health and Welfare of Children — Presented to a nurse who has made significant contributions to the health and well-being of children.
  • Dorothy Ford Buschmann Outstanding New Member Award — Recognizes a newly inducted Sigma member for service, professionalism, and leadership.

 

US $2,500 (choose one)

Presented during the Closing Plenary (III) on Monday, 13 November, attended by more than 2,000 members and guests, and broadcast to virtual attendees.

  • Archon Awards — Recognize individuals or groups, regardless of their profession, who have made health a major aspect of their lives, and their efforts have created significant change that is national or transnational in scope. In all of their endeavors, they embody the Sigma values of love, honor, and courage.
  • Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award — Recognizes individuals whose good works have enhanced the human condition globally.
  • [SOLD] Nell J. Watts Lifetime Achievement in Nursing Award — Recognizes a Sigma member who has demonstrated achievement in nursing spanning a lifetime career.

 

US $1,500 (choose one)

Recognized during the House of Delegates on Tuesday and Wednesday, 14 & 15 November, attended by more than 500 members and guests.

  • [SOLD] Melanie C. Dreher Award for Outstanding Chapter Support — Recognizes a nursing program or practice setting that strengthens and supports the development of their chapter.

 

US $1,200 (choose one)

Presented during the Tribute Awards Luncheon on Sunday, 12 November, attended by more than 100 members and guests.

  • Capstone International Nursing Book Award — Recognizes the excellence of one outstanding nursing book from any publisher.
  • [SOLD] Lucie S. Kelly Mentor Award — Recognizes the influence counselors or guides in the nursing profession have on the lives and careers of others.
  • Media and Communications Award — Recognizes excellence in promoting and enhancing the nursing profession through various modes of communication such as videos, podcasts, photography, articles, etc.
  • [SOLD] Research Dissertation Award — Recognizes a nurse whose dissertation is exceptionally meritorious and exemplifies high standards of scholarship and knowledge development.
Sponsorships - Onsite Signage

Capture the attention of convention attendees with your message and logo on one or more highly visible, convention-branded opportunities located in high-traffic areas throughout the convention facilities.

US $1,500 per option

  • Directional Vertical Sign (39" x 84") — This double-sided sign will be co-branded with your logo and Sigma convention creative on the lower third of each side. The upper two-thirds of one side will feature your message and the upper two-thirds of the second side will provide attendees with important convention information.
  • Quantity: TBD | Sold: 1

  • Exhibit Hall Aisle Number Floor Decals (2, 5' x 5' squares) — Each exhibit aisle will be numbered via large 5' x 5' floor decals featuring the convention theme and aisle number on the upper half and your logo and message on the lower half. Note: You may choose which aisles based on your booth location.
  • Quantity: 10 | Sold: 0

 
US $5,000

  • [SOLD] Biennial Convention Ribbon Wall — A special wall adjacent to convention registration where Sigma members will go to choose a variety of badge ribbons representing their engagement as board and committee members, chapter delegates, and candidates and volunteers, to name a few. The Ribbon Wall will feature your logo along the top of the wall. In addition, the Ribbon Wall sponsor will be recognized in the printed program and via all on-site communications directing attendees to the wall to claim their ribbons.
  • [SOLD] Educational Session Room Signs (30) — A total of 30 signs, featuring your logo, will be posted outside each session room throughout the convention.
  • Charging Stations — Built-in charging stations around the Convention Center meeting space. Opportunity for decal to be designed and produced by sponsor and can include a QR code or URL. There are only two (2) stations available.

Want to be a sponsor at convention?

Submit an Application »

For more information, please contact chris@sigmanursing.org or call 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll-free) or +1.317.634.8171.

Print and Digital Advertising

Promote your products, programs, or services; pay tribute to a nursing colleague or leader; or advertise employment opportunities.

PRINT PROGRAM ADVERTISING

The official four-color program will be disseminated to more than 2,000 nurse leaders attending the 2023 Biennial Convention. Print advertising insertion orders are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis through 31 August 2023.
Press-ready art deadline: 31 August 2023.

Please submit in electronic format only (high resolution PDF 4-color [CMYK]) to chris@sigmanursing.org.

Note:

  • When recognizing recipients of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing awards in biennial convention advertising, please use the official shorter naming reference, “Sigma.”
  • We will not be accepting advertising that endorses candidates for any election—Sigma leadership or otherwise.

 

Ad Size (W x H)
Rate
Quarter page: 3.625" x 4.875"
US $995
Half page horizontal: 7.5" x 4.875"
US $1,625
Half page vertical: 3.625" x 10"
US $1,625
Full page, no bleed: 7.5" x 10" US $2,950
Full page with bleed*: 8.5" x 11" + bleed*  US $2,950

*Trim plus .125" bleed all sides
NOTE: Half-page and quarter-page ads not bordered by graphics will require a minimum 2 pt. border.

Program Ad Specifications

MOBILE APP BANNER AD: US $525

The 2023 Biennial Convention mobile app will feature complete program details, live updates, links to important presentation information, speaker bios, and more. Attendees may access the app via their smartphone or tablet. Your mobile app ad will rotate throughout the entire event for up to 10 seconds. 

Please submit your banner ad, along with detail (e.g., URL) on where you'd like the ad to link, to chris@sigmanursing.org on or before 29 September 2023 using these specifications:

  • 1024 x 235 px
  • Resolution 72 DPI
  • Type: .JPEG or .PNG
  • Size: 0.5 MB max

You may link the ad to an outside URL starting with http:// or https://.

WEBSITE ADVERTISING

As the most widely-utilized member benefit, reaching nearly 45,000 people monthly, Sigma’s award-winning website creates a community where our members from around the world come to connect, engage, and learn.

Advertising is available for the convention home page. Space is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis, and files must be received at least two weeks in advance of desired placement. Contact Chris Beaman for more information.

   Monthly Rates*

1x
3x
6x 12x
Convention home page 728 x 90 px/300 x 250 px (mobile) US $1,100
US $990 US $935 US $880
Convention abstracts page 728 x 90 px/300 x 250 px (mobile) US $850 US $765 US $723 NA

*All website ads are rotating, with a guaranteed minimum 25% placement.

POSTAL ADDRESS LIST

You may request a one-time-only postal address list of registered pre- or post-event attendees for US $550. The signed list rental agreement must be completed and returned before release of list. The pre-event list will be available approximately six weeks before convention, and the post-event list will be available approximately two weeks following convention.

Want to advertise at convention?

Submit an Application »

For more information, please contact chris@sigmanursing.org or call 888.634.7575 (US/Canada toll-free) or +1.317.634.8171.