Become a Sponsor or Exhibitor at ECX and place your brand at the center of music, technology, education, and innovation.
ECX connects creators, students, educators, entrepreneurs, technology companies, media professionals, and future-focused organizations through interactive exhibits, hands-on demonstrations, sponsorship activations, and high-impact experience zones. Join us September 25–26, 2026, at the Virginia Beach Convention Center and help shape the future of creative technology.
ECX Strategic Partner Levels
Presenting Partner (1 Available) — $150,000
The Presenting Partner receives the highest level of visibility and strategic alignment with ECX. See what is included.
Presenting Partner — $150,000
Included benefits:
- First right of discussion for future-year partnership opportunities
- “Presented by” naming recognition across ECX marketing where appropriate
- Premier logo placement on ECX website homepage, sponsor page, printed materials, signage, and digital displays
- Recognition as the top strategic sponsor of ECX
- Main stage recognition throughout the convention
- Opportunity for a main-stage keynote, executive welcome, or featured presentation
- Premium innovation showcase footprint or high-visibility exhibit space
- Priority booth placement on the expo floor
- Brand integration into Student & Innovator’s Day programming
- Opportunity to sponsor student access or workforce-development initiatives
- VIP/executive roundtable participation
- Inclusion in press releases and major media announcements where appropriate
- Featured sponsor spotlight article or interview on ECX digital platforms
- Dedicated social media announcement and recurring sponsor recognition posts
- Logo placement in email campaigns and attendee communications
- On-site signage at high-traffic areas
- Opportunity to provide branded attendee materials or giveaways
- Access to VIP networking opportunities
- Recognition during opening remarks and closing remarks
- Option to host a branded activation, demonstration, or product experience
- Category exclusivity consideration, where applicable and negotiated
Platinum Partner — $100,000
The Platinum Partner receives major event visibility and premium positioning across ECX. Learn More.
Recommended benefits:
- Early renewal discussion for future ECX events
- Major logo placement on ECX website, sponsor page, printed materials, signage, and digital displays
- High-level recognition as a premier ECX partner
- Opportunity for a featured presentation, panel participation, or executive remarks
- Premium exhibit or showcase space
- Priority booth placement
- Strong visibility within one or more ECX Experience Zones
- Sponsor recognition in selected email and social media campaigns
- Sponsor spotlight feature on ECX website or digital channels
- Inclusion in select press and promotional materials where appropriate
- Recognition during key event programming
- VIP networking access
- Opportunity to support Student & Innovator’s Day
- Branded activation or demo opportunity
- Placement on selected event signage
- Opportunity to distribute approved materials or branded giveaways
- Access to sponsor hospitality or VIP engagement opportunities, if available
Gold Partner — $75,000
The Gold Partner level is designed for organizations seeking strong brand visibility and meaningful audience engagement. See More
Recommended benefits:
- Post-event thank-you recognition on ECX digital channels
- Prominent logo placement on ECX website and sponsor page
- Recognition in printed and digital sponsor materials
- Exhibit or showcase space with preferred placement where available
- Opportunity to participate in an industry panel, demo, or featured session where appropriate
- Brand visibility within a relevant ECX Experience Zone
- Sponsor recognition in selected social media posts
- Inclusion in sponsor email announcements where appropriate
- On-site signage recognition
- Opportunity to provide approved promotional materials or giveaways
- Recognition during selected event programming
- Access to networking opportunities
- Opportunity to support student access or educational programming
- Option to host a product demonstration or mini-activation
ECX Sponsor Levels
Diamond Sponsor — $25,000
Learn about becoming a Diamond Sponsor of ECXThe Diamond Sponsor level is ideal for companies seeking elevated visibility without entering the major partner tier.
Sponsorship Benefits:
Post-event sponsor thank-you recognition
Logo placement on ECX sponsor page
Recognition on selected digital and printed sponsor materials
On-site sponsor signage recognition
Opportunity for exhibit booth or display space, depending on package structure
Social media sponsor announcement
Recognition in selected attendee communications
Ability to provide approved promotional materials
Opportunity to connect with attendees through booth presence or sponsor activation
Recognition as a supporter of ECX innovation, education, and creative technology
Opportunity to support Student & Innovator’s Day
Ruby Sponsor — $20,000
Learn about becoming a Ruby Level Sponsor of ECXThe Ruby Sponsor level provides strong brand recognition and practical event visibility.
Recommended benefits:
Post-event recognition
Logo placement on ECX sponsor page
Recognition in selected sponsor materials
On-site signage recognition
Social media recognition
Opportunity for booth or table presence, depending on availability
Ability to provide approved promotional materials or QR-code handouts
Recognition in selected event communications
Opportunity to align with a program area, student initiative, or experience zone where available
Networking access
Emerald Sponsor — $10,000
Learn about becoming an Emerald Level Sponsor of ECXThe Emerald Sponsor level is a strong mid-level opportunity for companies, community partners, institutions, and regional businesses.
Recommended benefits:
Post-event sponsor recognition
Logo placement on ECX sponsor page
Recognition as an official ECX sponsor
Social media thank-you recognition
Listing in selected digital sponsor materials
On-site recognition in sponsor signage or sponsor roll where available
Opportunity to provide approved promotional materials
Option to support student access or educational programming
Opportunity to inquire about exhibitor add-ons or booth participation
Sapphire Sponsor — $5,000
Learn about becoming a Sapphire Level Sponsor of ECXThe Sapphire Sponsor level is an accessible entry-level sponsorship for local businesses, nonprofits, professional services, community partners, and smaller organizations.
Recommended benefits:
Post-event thank-you recognition
Name or logo listing on ECX sponsor page
Recognition as an official ECX sponsor
Social media thank-you mention
Inclusion in sponsor roll where available
Opportunity to provide approved digital promotional material or QR code
Community-support recognition
Option to support Student & Innovator’s Day
Academic Innovation Partner — Custom / Tiered Participation
$40,000 and up
UNIVERSITY & COLLEGIATE PARTICIPATION
Included benefits:
- Recognition as an ECX Academic Innovation Partner
- University logo placement on ECX website
- Opportunity for a university exhibit booth or program showcase
- Recruitment visibility with students, families, educators, and emerging creators
- Opportunity to showcase academic programs in music, media, computer science, engineering, AI, robotics, cybersecurity, immersive media, business, or entrepreneurship
- Student project showcase opportunities where appropriate
- Faculty or department presentation opportunities where available
- Participation in Student & Innovator’s Day
- Opportunity to connect with school districts and prospective students
- Workforce-development visibility
- Social media recognition
- Inclusion in selected ECX education-related communications
- Opportunity to build relationships with corporate sponsors and technology exhibitors
School / Student Access Sponsorship Levels
Partnering School District — $30,000
This level is designed for school systems seeking the highest level of student access, visibility, and educational alignment.
Included benefits
Sponsorship package Includes:
- Recognition as a Partnering School District
- Featured school district logo placement on ECX Student & Innovator’s Day page
- Student group participation access, based on final allocation
- Priority coordination for Student & Innovator’s Day scheduling
- Recognition in student programming materials
- Opportunity to highlight district STEM, STEAM, CTE, music, media, or technology programs
- Opportunity for district leadership recognition
- On-site recognition during Student & Innovator’s Day
- Option to submit student projects or program highlights for showcase consideration
- Social media recognition
- Post-event impact summary or recognition statement
Innovation School District Sponsor — $25,000
Sponsorship package includes
Included benefits:
- Recognition as an Innovation School District Sponsor
- Logo placement on ECX Student & Innovator’s Day page
- Student participation access, based on final allocation
- Recognition in selected student programming materials
- Opportunity to showcase district technology, STEM, media, or innovation initiatives
- On-site recognition during student programming
- Social media recognition
- Option to coordinate with ECX on student engagement activities
- Post-event sponsor recognition
Academia School District Sponsor — $20,000
See what’s included
- Recognition as an Academia School District Sponsor
- Listing on ECX Student & Innovator’s Day page
- Student participation access, based on final allocation
- Recognition in selected educational materials
- Opportunity to connect students with ECX Experience Zones
- Social media thank-you recognition
- On-site recognition where available
- Post-event acknowledgment
Scholarly School District Sponsor — $15,000
Learn More
Recommended benefits:
- Recognition as a Scholarly School District Sponsor
- Listing on ECX Student & Innovator’s Day page
- Student participation access, based on final allocation
- Recognition as a supporter of student exposure to music, technology, STEM, and workforce development
- Social media thank-you mention
- Post-event acknowledgment
Exhibitor Booths
The ECX exhibitor booth space includes:
Premium Booths — 20′ × 10′
$4000
Standard Booths — 10′ × 10′
$2000
Small-Profile Booths — 10′ × 5′
$1000
Let’s Do It
ECX sponsorships give companies, institutions, and organizations the opportunity to build visibility, demonstrate innovation, generate leads, connect with future talent, support student access, and align with a growing East Coast platform focused on music, media, technology, education, and the future of creative industries. From presenting-level partnerships to accessible community sponsorships, ECX offers meaningful ways for brands to be seen, experienced, and remembered.