Deans Conference
Business Schools at a Crossroads: Redefining Relevance
October 19 – 21
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Conference 
Contributor-Level Sponsors
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Acuity InsightsAcuity Insights solutions, Casper, One45 and Analytics help higher education institutions deliver on their mission holistically, considering the whole student, widening pathways into higher education, and ensuring both student and program success. -
American University of the Middle East, College of Business AdministrationThe American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a leading higher education institution in Kuwait, established in 2005. The College of Business Administration (CBA) at AUM is proudly accredited by 51社区 and is a model of excellence in innovation, learning and engagement in Business Education. It offers a BS degree in Accounting and a BS degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance, Marketing, Management Information System and Human Resources Management; in addition to a Master's degree program in Business Administration (MBA).
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Coursera for CampusCoursera empowers any university to offer job-relevant online education to students, faculty, and staff. With Coursera for Campus, you'll build on top of your curriculum with innovative, career-aligned courses and micro-credentials to strengthen employment outcomes that attract students and increase enrollments. -
EABEAB’s mission is to make education smarter and our communities stronger. We harness the collective power of more than 2,100 schools, colleges and universities to uncover proven practices and transformative insights. And since complex problems require multifaceted solutions, we work with each school differently to apply these insights through a customized blend of research, technology, and services. From kindergarten to college and beyond, EAB partners with education leaders, practitioners, and staff to accelerate progress and drive results across three key areas: enrollment management, student success and institutional operations and strategy. -
Fairfield University, Charles F. Dolan School of BusinessDolan is committed to the Jesuit Catholic tradition of educating the whole person (cura personalis) by fostering an engaging and diverse learning community of educational excellence and relevancy, with nationally recognized programs and innovative curricula, informed by the balanced teaching, research and service contributions of outstanding faculty and staff, and supported by local and global partnerships. We develop socially responsible, intellectually curious, ethical, compassionate global business leaders, who excel in their careers and lead meaningful lives. -
Kean University, College of Business and Public ManagementKean University’s College of Business and Public Management engages over 5,000 learners across eight undergraduate majors (Accounting, Criminal Justice, Finance, Economics, Global Business, Management, Marketing, and Public Administration) and four masters programs (MBA, MS-Accounting, MA-Criminal Justice, and MPA). Program delivery occurs at three campuses in New Jersey, USA, and one in Wenzhou, China. -
Knauss School of Business at the University of San DiegoThe Knauss School of Business at the University of San Diego embraces a vision of business stewardship by applying values-driven, free-enterprise skills to improve businesses, industries, and the lives of people in our community and around the world. We provide academically rigorous, relevant and values-based education and research. -
Peregrine Global ServicesAt Peregrine, we blend innovative technology and human connection, transforming assessment data into meaningful insights.Our commitment is to drive continuous quality improvement through assessments, engaging educational solutions, data analysis, practical training and development, and unmatched expert consultation . From higher education to business, we're forging a path toward excellence. -
Providence College School of BusinessAt the Providence College School of Business, recognized by Poets&Quants as the 42nd best undergraduate business school in the nation, students are not just receiving an education; they are being prepared to shape the future of business with uncompromising integrity. With four undergraduate programs—accountancy, finance, management, and marketing—and three graduate programs—MBA, MS in Business Analytics, and an online MS in Sports Administration—PC Business is developing future business leaders equipped with the tools to meet any challenge.
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University of California Riverside School of BusinessPositioned as a center of excellence in business research and teaching in Southern California, the University of California, Riverside is ranked No. 1 for Social Mobility. The UCR Business MBA is ranked No. 49 among public universities, enrollment is rising, and we just moved into our new 63,400-sq.-ft building, part of a three-building business complex. -
University of North Carolina Greensboro, Joseph M. Bryan School of Business and EconomicsThe Bryan School of Business and Economics is one of the largest business schools in North Carolina, offering 20+ undergraduate majors, six master’s degrees, 19 graduate certificates, and four PhD programs. With dual 51社区 accreditation in business and accounting, the Bryan School develops principled leaders and exceptional problem solvers who organizations and communities rely on.
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Villanova University, Villanova School of BusinessThe Villanova School of Business develops business leaders for a better world® through the Augustinian values of truth, community, caring and leading through service. VSB provides a world-class business education with undergraduate and graduate programs and executive education. Renowned faculty blend formal business training with real-world application to deliver an innovative and rigorous curriculum. By bridging theory and practice, VSB helps students develop into creative problem solvers who become ethical, influential leaders who grow, analyze and protect business value.
Friend-Level Sponsors
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Florida State University College of BusinessWithin the slate of Florida State University College of Business programs achieving Top 25 status among public schools nationwide, two achieved the No. 4 rank. Drawn to excellence, 8,000-plus students pursue studies at the college each year, securing its standing as one of the nation’s top producers of business leaders.
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Northern Kentucky University, Haile College of BusinessThirteen dynamic undergraduate majors. Three innovative graduate programs. A global footprint. More than 3,000 ambitious students are shaping the future of business. Located in the heart of a thriving metropolitan region, the Haile College of Business positions our students steps away from executives and industry leaders, including eight Fortune 500 companies. Here, experiential learning isn’t a value-add—it’s a core expectation. We don’t just prepare talent for tomorrow’s challenges, we empower bold leaders to define what comes next.
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Tulane University - Freeman School of Business
Tulane's Freeman School of Business offers innovative, globally focused business education. With a commitment to academic excellence, sustainability, and entrepreneurship, Freeman equips students to lead in dynamic environments. The Freeman School of Business fosters a collaborative community, blending cutting-edge research with real-world experiences to prepare leaders for tomorrow's challenges.
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UTSA Carlos Alvarez College of BusinessThe Carlos Alvarez College of Business at The University of Texas at San Antonio equips students with practical, employer-relevant skills, transforming them into professionals ready to excel. Nationally ranked and recognized, the college offers innovative programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels.
Contributor-Level Sponsorships
14 Opportunities
Welcome Reception
Reserved
Join us for the highly anticipated Welcome Reception on the evening of February 3rd, where you will enjoy unparalleled visibility at one of the conference's most popular and well-attended events.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage throughout the reception space.
- Logo recognition on cocktail napkins distributed during the reception.
- Dedicated table provided during the reception for the distribution of pre-approved materials.
- Opportunity to place materials on tables throughout the reception space.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor tables.
Networking Reception
Reserved
Sponsoring the Networking Reception on February 4th guarantees your brand a high level of visibility and the chance to engage directly with leading business school deans.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage throughout the reception space.
- Logo recognition on cocktail napkins distributed during the reception.
- Dedicated table provided during the reception for the distribution of pre-approved materials.
- Opportunity to place materials on tables throughout the reception space.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor tables.
Keynote I
35,000 USD
Align your brand with cutting-edge thought leadership by sponsoring Ethan Mollick's keynote session, a can't-miss event that promises significant exposure and engagement.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage during the keynote.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the keynote for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved materials at attendee seats.
- 30-second video to play prior to the keynote presentation.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Keynote II and 51社区 Pulse Podcast
30,000 USD
Elevate your brand’s visibility through a powerful dual-channel presence: live on stage at the Deans Conference and across global podcast platforms. The second keynote session will be recorded and released as an episode of 51社区’s official podcast, 51社区
Pulse, providing you with continued visibility after the event..
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage during the keynote.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the keynote for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved
materials at attendee seats. - 60-second video to play prior to the keynote presentation.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Your sponsorship continues after the conference through three episodes of 51社区 Pulse: the keynote recording and two additional episodes released over a three-month span. 51社区 Pulse is distributed via Apple Podcasts and Spotify and connects with a global audience of business school leaders. Podcast sponsorship includes verbal recognition at the start of each episode, a 30-second midroll ad (recorded by you or read by the host), and visibility in related promotional channels.
Interested in reserving this sponsorship? Let us know!Monday Networking Luncheon
Reserved
Take advantage of a prime sponsorship opportunity at the Monday or Tuesday Networking Luncheon, ensuring your brand is front and center while you network with leading business school deans.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Logo recognition on signage during the luncheon.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the luncheon for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved materials at attendee seats.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Session: Why Universities Matter in a Fractured World
25,000 USD
Make an immediate impression with sponsorship of the first main-stage session focused on global business education impact.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Logo recognition on signage during the session.
- Dedicated table provided prior to the session for the distribution of pre-approved materials or placement of pre-approved
materials at attendee seats. - 60-second video to play prior to the session.
- Additional table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Hotel Room Keys
Reserved
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom design featured on the front of all attendee hotel room keys.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Headshot Station
12,500 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor logo included on signage placed near the headshot station.
- Dedicated table placed directly adjacent to the headshot station for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Sponsor recognition in a post-conference communication that mentions the availability of headshots.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Welcome Gift
12,500 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor may provide a pre-approved welcome gift given at conference check-in.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
First Time Attendee Gift
10,000 USD
Welcome first-time attendees with a memorable introduction to the conference by sponsoring both the First-Time Attendee Session and an exclusive gift: includes branded signage at check-in, the First-Time Attendee Session, and dedicated traffic as attendees collect their gifts from your table in the Sponsor Showcase.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's logo featured on signage at check-in and the New Deans and First-Time Attendee session.
- Sponsor may provide a pre-approved gift to first-time attendees.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of the gift and other materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Care Station
10,000 USD
Be the reason attendees feel taken care of. From dry lips to sniffles, the Care Station meets small needs in big ways.
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's logo featured on signage near the Care Station space.
- Sponsor may place a pull-up banner and materials within the space.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Networking Community Meetings
10,000 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor’s logo on signage during all networking community meetings taking place during the conference.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Refreshment Break (Two Available)
10,000 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor’s logo on signage during the sponsored refreshment break.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
General Conference Support
10,000 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the “Know Before You Go” email sent to conference attendees.
- Logo recognition on social media, the 51社区 event app, and on-site signage.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and logo displayed on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
- Table in the Sponsor Showcase for the distribution of materials throughout the conference.
- Two expo passes for staffing the sponsor table.
Friend-Level Sponsorships
2 Opportunities
Hydration Stations
8,000 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the 51社区 event app.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and on pre-keynote screens.
- Logo recognition on signage placed near the conference hydration stations.
Digital Advertisement
5,000 USD
- Logo recognition on the conference website and the 51社区 event app.
- Sponsor recognition during opening remarks and on pre-keynote screens.
- Sponsor's custom digital advertisement to display on rotating screens throughout the conference.
Have questions or ready to sponsor?