Thank you for your interest in becoming a sponsor at the Northwest Credit Union Association’s premier event, MAXX. This is your opportunity to get your brand in front of hundreds of credit union leaders from across our region – who gather to learn, network, and celebrate! If you’re struggling to pick just one opportunity, no worries. Let the Strategic Link team help you customize a package that’s a perfect fit.

SPECIAL EXCLUSIVE EVENT SPONSORSHIPS

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General Session
This sponsorship opportunity provides direct exposure during MAXX’s highest-attended events.

Keynote Speaker
This sponsorship opportunity provides direct exposure during MAXX’s highest-attended events.

Welcome Reception
Tues. Oct. 25: Welcome attendees to MAXX as the sponsor of the well-attended Welcome Reception.

Trade Show Reception
Wed. Oct. 26: Raise a glass with MAXX attendees as the sponsor of the popular Trade Show Reception.

Awards Dinner & Cocktail Reception
Thurs. Oct. 27: Celebrate on the red carpet with attendees as the sponsor of the NWCUA Awards Gala.

INTERACTIVE TECHNOLOGY SPONSORSHIPS

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Mobile App
Put your brand in the palm of the attendees’ hands as the 2022 MAXX App sponsor. You will receive premier recognition in the app during the three-day convention

Wi-Fi
Keep all attendees plugged in as the Exclusive Wi-Fi sponsor.

Charging Lounge
Share the table with our members in the charging Lounge. Your logo will be placed as a table topper. As the non-exclusive sponsor, MAXX attendees will get familiar with your brand as they charge their devices.

Event App Ads
Reach out to attendees throughout the event. MAXX App push notifications allow you to instantly send a message to attendees at a designated date and time. Use push notifications to promote a special event onsite. Send your message to everyone at MAXX or to a target group.

ATTENDEE EXPERIENCE SPONSORSHIPS

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Foundation Donor Appreciation Breakfast
Wed. Oct. 26: Each year, credit unions gather for the annual Northwest Credit Union Foundation’s Donor Appreciation Breakfast, where NWCUF celebrates credit unions’ important community- and member-focused work and thanks them for their support. Your sponsorship signage will be placed throughout the breakfast, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

CUNA Management School & CUDE Breakfast
Thurs. Oct. 27: Start attendees off on the right foot with a hearty breakfast before another full day of great content. Your company logo will be placed on signage in the room where breakfast is served, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

Breakfast in the Trade Show Hall
Thurs. Oct. 27: Start attendees off on the right foot with a hearty breakfast before another full day of great content. Your company logo will be placed on signage throughout the room where breakfast is served, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

Lunch in the Trade Show Hall (2 Available – Pick A Day)
Wed. Oct. 26 OR Thurs. Oct. 27: Keep the momentum of the day going as our members and exhibitors enjoy lunch in the Trade Show Hall. Your logo will appear on the boxed lunches, there will signage on the buffet table, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

Drink Ticket – DAY 1
Toast attendees as the sponsor of the drink tickets for the Welcome Reception. You will have signage at the bar, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

Drink Ticket – DAY 2
Toast attendees as the sponsor of the drink tickets for the Trade Show Reception. You will have signage at the bar, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

Drink Ticket – DAY 3
Toast attendees as the sponsor of the drink tickets for the Awards Reception. You will have signage at the bar, and you will be recognized in front of hundreds of attendees in the MAXX App.

Beverage Station
Be seen when attendees are getting refreshments. Your company logo will be placed on signage at the beverage stations for all three days of the Trade Show Reception.

Wall/Floor Cling
Be seen by MAXX attendees throughout the convention center. Your logo will be placed in a key space in the convention center for members to see.

Cocktail Table
Create brand awareness! Your logo will be seen by all attendees in the Trade Show. Placement of the tables will be at random.

Convention Tote Bag
Go everywhere MAXX attendees go during and after the convention with your logo appearing on MAXX Convention tote bags.

TRADE SHOW SPONSORSHIP RESTRICTIONS

Certain restrictions apply. If you are interested in purchasing a sponsorship without a traditional booth purchase, you must purchase a Full Convention Badge* ($450) and the total cost of your sponsorship must be equal to or more than the cost of a traditional booth ($3,595 including badge cost and sponsorship cost) to qualify for these sponsorship opportunities. If you have any questions regarding these restrictions, please contact the Strategic Link team.

*A convention badge includes access to the Trade Show, General Sessions, Educational Sessions, and Breakout Sessions, as well as the Welcome and Trade Show Receptions. If you would like to attend the Credit Unions for Kids Auction or Awards Gala, tickets are sold separately. 

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Sponsorships at MAXX

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Erin Bennett

Erin Bennett

Manager, Strategic Partnerships

NWCUA

Phone: 503.350.2211

Toll-free: 800.995.9064 x210

ebennett@nwcua.org

Erin Bennett is a Strategic Partnerships Manager for the Northwest Credit Union Association’s Strategic Link. In this role, Erin links arms with credit unions and Strategic Link’s best partners to ensure a win-win-win for all. Her top priority is providing the best service to drive credit union member satisfaction. She is in her element when she is connecting with […]

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Corina Ruiz

Corina Ruiz

Manager, Strategic Partnerships

Strategic Link

Phone: 206.340.4789

Toll-free: 800.995.9064 x148

cruiz@nwcua.org

Corina Ruiz is a Strategic Relationships Manager for the Northwest Credit Union Association’s Strategic Link. In her role, Corina connects credit unions with the best partner to ensure success all the way around. She is passionate about progress through innovation while remaining true to the credit union cause. For the past 10 years, Ruiz was […]

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Cameron Smith

Cameron Smith

VP, Strategic Partnerships & Resources

Strategic Link

Phone: 503.350.2234

Toll-free: 800.995.9064 x234

csmith@nwcua.org

Cameron Smith is Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Resources for the Northwest Credit Union Association. In this role, he leads Strategic Link, which connects credit unions to the most relevant business solutions and emerging technology. Smith previously served as Chief of Staff for the Oregon Secretary of State where he led and coordinated a […]

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