Event Sponsorships
President’s Opening Plenary Session $25,000
As our New Orleans keynote speaker sets the stage for another amazing year, we will uncover new ways in which we can embrace the interdisciplinary nature of our work to view our goals somewhat differently.

President’s Welcome Reception & Exhibit Hall Opening $25,000
All attendees are invited for music and light refreshments in the Exhibit Hall. Guests can visit the nearly 100 exhibits displaying new products, technologies, publications, and information about programs and centers, as well socialize and network with their colleagues.

President’s Closing Plenary Session $15,000
All attendees are welcome to partake in this thought-provoking session that will wrap up our Annual Scientific Meeting and successful visit to NOLA. This highly-visible event will allow sponsor’s logo and signage to be seen throughout the event.

Fellows & International Reception $15,000
This special reception welcomes our fellows and international members who come from more than 40 countries. The reception features opportunities to discuss issues of concern to the field.

Fun Walk/Run Exclusive support for $10,000; 3 supporters at $4,000 each
This fun walk/run offers lots of exposure—before, during, and after the event! Recognition includes company name and logo printed on all signage, forms, and t-shirts.

Publications Reception $10,000
Contribute to one of our meeting’s biggest and most predominant receptions; network with editors, reviewers, contributors, and editorial board members of GSA’s peer-reviewed multidisciplinary journals and affiliate publications.

65th Anniversary “Taste of New Orleans” Dessert Break $6,000
Contribute to the complimentary dessert break, spotlighted in the Exhibit Hall and kicked off with live music. Recognition signage will be placed strategically throughout the Exhibit Hall and will include the GSA 65th logo alongside yours—a great way to show your support of the association and at the same time, drawing lots of attention to you too!

Exhibit Hall Spotlight Break $4,000 per break (2 sponsorships available)
These 90 minute breaks are held in the Exhibit Hall and are a great opportunity to spotlight your organization and services. Signage with your company’s name and logo will be posted in the break areas along with two brief announcements on the hall’s P.A. system.

Poster Session $2,000/day for Exhibitors; $3,600/day for Non-Exhibitors
New this year! Our Exhibit Hall and Poster Sessions will be in separate parts of the hotel—but this sponsor will be able to be in both locations at once! By participating in this sponsorship, your company will be the only exhibiting company inside the poster hall and you will be supplied with equipment to set up your table-top display. Please note this is a per/day sponsorship.

Pre-Conference Workshops Price Varies.
Please contact GSA for further details.

Aging Means Business Forum Various Sponsorship
Please contact GSA for further details. Levels Available.
This one-day business and aging conference connects academic experts on economics, gerontology, technology, and consumer behavior with business leaders interested in understanding, attracting, and serving the growing senior market. Become a part of it!

New Member Meet & Greet $3,000
All new and potential members are invited to learn more about the benefits and opportunities of GSA membership.

Satellite Symposium $15,000
Host one of the limited independent educational sessions at GSA’s Annual Scientific Meeting. Take advantage of this opportunity to gain additional exposure to this influential group. For more information and an application, go to
www.geron.org/exhibit.

Press Room $5,000
The Press Room serves as a base of operations for reporters covering the Annual Scientific Meeting. Here media representatives network, conduct interviews, and consult with GSA’s communications staff. There is an adjacent room for press briefings, which are often recorded by television and radio crews. Sponsors will have visible signage and can distribute materials in both locations. The Press Room is also the site of a journalists’ reception during the Annual Meeting.



Student Activities
ESPO Breakfast & Community Meeting $8,000
This popular meeting invites student members to discuss opportunities within GSA, while networking with peers and colleagues.

ESPO Wine & Cheese $7,500
This unique event provides students with a forum to discuss their research with GSA Fellows and other students in a casual, relaxed atmosphere. Your company’s name will be posted at the reception.

ESPO Lounge $5,000
Emerging scholars and junior researchers represent 25% of GSA’s membership and are the continuing force of aging research. The lounge offers our ESPO members computer and Internet access, a place to network, and a break area between sessions.


Promotional Opportunities
Annual Meeting Bags $15,000
Provide the bag each attendee will carry during the Annual Scientific Meeting and back to the office. Your company name and/or logo will appear prominently on the bag.

Hotel Key Cards $12,500
Have your company’s logo and message appear on one of the most important items attendees will be carrying—their hotel room key cards. What a great way to be at everyone’s fingertips!

GSA WiFi Lounge $12,500
Get everyone connected as the official WiFi Lounge sponsor in the Exhibit Hall. Located centrally in the GSA Booth this is a central gathering place of our event and your logo and message will be predominantly displayed in this space. Your company banner will also be displayed in the hall letting all know of your contribution and this opportunity.

Annual Meeting Website $10,000
As the exclusive sponsor of our meeting’s web page your URL is just a click away from the thousands of GSA members and attendees who go to our association’s website for information about our gathering in New Orleans. Located on virtually every web page and link regarding our event this is sure to attract lots of attention (and “clicks”) to your own website and product.

Cyber Café $10,000
The Cyber Café is the strongest and most cost effective marketing presence at the meeting. Attracting a steady stream of customers, the Cyber Café is often the first destination during breaks. It is a popular resource and a vital facility for those attending. As a sponsor, your company’s website is utilized as the default homepage and screensaver on each computer along with signage to include your logo directing attendees to the computers.

Relaxation Station $8,000
Attendees will love taking advantage of a seated-massage. Attendees must first visit your booth to collect a voucher to be redeemed at the massage station. It’s the perfect environment to increase sales! You have the option of providing signature clothing such as your company golf shirt/logo to the massage practitioners to wear while they relax hundreds of attendees.

At-A-Glance Schedule Boards $7,500
Attendees will see your company’s name and logo every time they consult the on-site schedule boards for information, displayed throughout the Annual Meeting.

GSA 65th Anniversary Collector’s Pin $7,000
This tremendous traffic builder is sure to be the talk of the Annual Meeting! As we celebrate 65 years, you get to be the sole distributor of the association’s commemorative pin; attendees can only claim this item by coming to your booth and each pin will be attached to a small card that you can craft your own message upon for all to have.

Lanyards $6,500
Lanyards display your company’s name and/or logo around the necks of thousands of attendees. As a sponsor of the lanyards, your company receives distribution of lanyards to all meeting attendees.

Abstract CD $6,450
All registered attendees at the Annual Meeting receive the meeting’s abstracts on CD. Your logo will be screen printed on each CD, as well as your message will be included on an insert with the CD. It will be in the hands of thousands of attendees, colleges and universities!

Pocket Size Program $6,250
Each time an attendee reaches into their pocket to view the meeting schedule, your company’s name and logo will appear alongside.

Program Book Belly Band $5,000
Huge visibility! Each Annual Meeting Program will be wrapped in a four color belly band that your organization can advertise and promote yourself to all who use this “must read” material. It’s guaranteed to be seen by thousands! (Please note that final approval of content must be given by GSA no later than 45 days before event.)

Convention Pens $4,225
Put your company’s name in the hands of everyone! Each convention tote bag will have a writing instrument with your company name/logo sharing the GSA logo to be handed out to thousands of attendees.

Caricaturist $4,000
These witty and whimsical caricatures are always popular! Every person who visits the GSA booth will enjoy taking home a special souvenir! The sponsor’s logo will be sketched onto each drawing.

Column Wrap Inside Exhibit Hall $3,500 (2 sponsorships available)
Huge visibility at the meeting with great locations next to the GSA booth and/or by the entrance to the exhibit hall. Your multi-color message will be seen by all and is sure to “wrap” everyone’s attention! All text must be approved by GSA prior to display.

Inserts for Annual Meeting Bags $3,000
Promote your company name to all attendees by placing a small promotional item (e.g., flyer, brochure, notepad, keychain) in the Annual Scientific Meeting bags. If you do not have promotional items already, GSA will work with you to order the supplies (for an additional cost).

Airline Voucher Giveaway $2,500 (3 sponsorships available)
Attendees will soar as the lucky winner is awarded $1,000 in airline vouchers to take them anywhere they wish to fly! (Maybe to your booth in Boston next year!) This sponsorship includes signage with logo, ticket for drawing and announcements inside the exhibit hall.

Annual Meeting eNewsletter Exclusive sponsor $7,500 / $2,000 per issue
New! Become the sponsor of our meeting’s eNewsletter which is sent 5 times leading up to the Annual Meeting. This highly read informational newsletter is sent to all 5,000+ GSA members, meeting pre-registrants and past attendees with your logo and message predominately displayed to all.

Room Drops Price Varies.
Please contact GSA for further details.
Have your company’s brochure, flyer, gift, or promotional item delivered right to attendee’s hotel rooms. (Please note all Room Drops must be approved by GSA).