Create and sell sponsor visibility opportunities through marketplace slots - from logo placements to physical booth spaces.
Creating Marketplace Slots
- Navigate to your event and click "Manage"
- Go to the "Marketplace" tab
- Click "Add New Slot"
- Select the slot type (logo, banner, booth, or custom)
- Configure slot details and pricing
- Save to make the slot available
Slot Types
- Logo Placement: Sponsor logo on event materials or digital displays
- Banner Ad: Promotional banner in specific locations
- Booth Space: Physical space at the event for sponsor activation
- Custom: Any other sponsorship opportunity you create
Slot Configuration
For each slot, configure:
- Name: Clear description of what the sponsor gets
- Type: Choose from logo, banner, booth, or custom
- Price: Set your asking price for the slot
- Description: Detailed benefits and placement information
- Position: Where the placement appears (if applicable)
- Dimensions: Size specifications for logos/banners
- Quantity Available: How many of this slot you're selling
- Status: Available, Booked, or Hidden
Managing Bookings
When sponsors book slots:
- Slots automatically update to "Booked" status
- You receive notification of new bookings
- Sponsor details are captured for fulfillment
- Payment is processed through your connected account
- You can view all bookings in the Marketplace tab
Visibility Control
- Available: Visible to all potential sponsors
- Booked: Marked as sold, no longer purchasable
- Hidden: Not shown publicly, used for private negotiations
Best Practices
- Create tiered sponsorship packages (Bronze, Silver, Gold)
- Be specific about what sponsors receive
- Include examples or mockups in descriptions
- Price competitively based on event size and reach
- Offer early-bird discounts for early commitments
- Bundle slots together for premium packages
- Update slot descriptions with attendance projections
Pricing Strategy
Consider these factors when pricing slots:
- Expected event attendance
- Sponsor visibility duration and placement
- Digital vs physical presence value
- Your event's demographic appeal
- Competitor sponsorship rates
- Bundle discounts for multiple slots