Transform Your Business at Social Media Marketing World
Where 3,000+ Decision-Makers Come Ready to Invest in Their Future, April 28-30, 2026 | Anaheim, CA
After 13 years of bringing together the industry's most engaged marketers, we've discovered something powerful: The sponsors who thrive at Social Media Marketing World aren't just displaying products—they're becoming integral parts of the marketing transformation story.
This isn't just another industry event. It's where real business happens.
Hit the play button on this video and see for yourself:
Imagine walking into a room where every single person is actively searching for solutions like yours. No cold calls. No unqualified leads. Just 3,000+ motivated marketers who traveled specifically to find tools that will make them heroes in their organizations.
Click here to contact our sponsor team for 2026
Here's What Makes Social Media Marketing World Different:
✅ Your Buyers Are Already Convinced: These aren't casual browsers. They're experienced marketers who've allocated budget, cleared their calendars, and traveled to Anaheim with one mission: Find the tools that will transform their marketing in the AI age.
✅ Quality That Commands Premium Pricing: Our attendees invest $2,000-$3,000 just to be here. They're serious about their craft and have the budget authority to match. When they find solutions that work, they buy—often on the spot.
✅ The Audience That Influences Industries: Connect with marketers who influence millions more through Social Media Examiner's massive reach. Your success here becomes industry news.
Four Reasons You Should Choose Social Media Marketing World
1. Close Deals On-Site (Yes, Really)
Unlike typical conferences where follow-up takes months, our attendees come with buying authority and urgency. They need solutions NOW for:
- AI-powered marketing workflows
- Instagram organic growth strategies
- Facebook ad optimization
- Marketing automation and productivity
“We closed business on-site at Social Media Marketing World, which never happens. Overall, we were very happy and will be back next year!” — Laura Lilley, Hootsuite
2. Become THE Name in AI Marketing
With dedicated AI training tracks and an entire floor of AI-focused sessions, you'll position your brand at the epicenter of marketing's biggest transformation. Our attendees specifically seek:
- AI content creation tools
- Workflow automation platforms
- Predictive analytics solutions
- Machine learning for marketing optimization
3. Forge Game-Changing Partnerships
Connect face-to-face with:
- Industry influencers who can amplify your reach
- Agency owners looking for tools to scale
- Enterprise marketers ready for pilot programs
- Strategic partners for integration opportunities
“What we like most about the conference is the ability to talk to our target audience, clients, and industry leaders, plus the overall experience of built-in networking.” — Kate Skavish, Wave.video
4. Transform Customers into Evangelists
There's no substitute for meeting your best customers in person. This high-touch experience creates the emotional connections that turn users into passionate advocates who'll champion your solution long after the conference ends.
Who's In The Room? Your Ideal Customer Profile
Demographics:
69% are decision-makers or influencers in their organizations; CEO, C-level, director, and manager- 74% are 30-59 years old and 57% have 10 or more years of marketing experience
- 85% work for small-to-medium businesses (your sweet spot for rapid adoption)
They're Actively Shopping For:
- AI and automation tools to stay competitive
- Social media management platforms
- Analytics and monitoring solutions
- Content creation and design tools
- Training and certification programs
“Deep appreciation to the incredible staff, generous sponsors, dedicated volunteers, and all the attendees who make this event so special. The connections made here truly turn into lifelong friendships.” — Lisa Kennedy, 5-time attendee
“But Is This the Right Event For Us?”
Here's a simple test: Do your customers say any of these things?
- “I need to manage 15 social accounts without losing my mind”
- “How do I prove social media ROI to my boss?”
- “AI is changing everything and I'm falling behind”
- “I spend 80% of my time on repetitive tasks”
- “Our content isn't getting engagement anymore”
- “I need to do more with less budget”
If yes, then your solution belongs at Social Media Marketing World.
Successful sponsors include:
✅ Marketing Tools & Platforms: Social media management, analytics, automation, email marketing, influencer tools, content creation apps
✅ Business Solutions: Agencies, WordPress/hosting, productivity software, payment processors, design services
The bottom line: If you help marketers succeed in any way—through tools, services, or training—this is where your customers come to find you.
Companies like Cloud Campaign, emplifi, HighLevel, Hootsuite, Justworks, Metricool, and Zoho return year after year for one reason: It works.
Sponsorship Options That Deliver ROI
Exhibition Experiences
- 10×10 Booths: Keynote Level experience hall placement
- 10×20 Booths: Premium visibility locations
- AI Level Placement: Direct access to AI-focused attendees with 10×10 and 10×20 booths, along with 36″ round table tops.
High-Visibility Opportunities
- Lanyard Sponsorship: Your brand on 3,000 necks for three days
- Badge Sponsorship: First touchpoint for every attendee
- VIP Party Sponsorship: Associate your brand with the premium experience
Strategic Add-Ons
- Speaking opportunities (limited availability)
- Exclusive networking event sponsorships
Results That Matter
Past Sponsors:
- Return year-over-year
- Collect hundreds of qualified leads
- Disclose high satisfaction in line with sponsorship value
- Report closing deals as a result of activating in-person
2025 Partners Include: Adaptify, Bluehost, Cloud Campaign, Commune, Emplifi, GetResponse, HighLevel, Hootsuite, InvideoAI, Justworks, Metricool, OpusClip, SocialPilot, Vidfluence, Vistasocial, and Zoho.
Click here to contact our sponsor team for 2026
Sponsorship Opportunities
Keynote Level
Your brand is part of the action happening on the upstairs level of the Convention Center as attendees travel to keynote sessions, track sessions, food and beverage, networking, and more!
NEW FOR 2026: Premium Lounge Experience
Go beyond the booth with your own 40×30 private brand experience. This isn't just premium placement—it's your chance to control the entire customer journey.
Create Your Own Universe:
- Host exclusive workshops for qualified prospects
- Run private demos away from competitor noise
- Conduct VIP dinners with your top accounts
- Design an immersive brand experience that converts
Limited to 2 sponsors. First-come, first-served.
Lounge Sponsor Keynote Level (2 available)
Take the traditional booth experience and amplify it! Create an exclusive lounge in the midst of keynote level sessions throughout all three days of the event.
- Your own 1,197 sq. ft. (40 x 30 feet) room to customize for an engagement experience. Make a lounge, a classroom, meeting space, cafe, or anything you can imagine.
- Furnishings: large meetup room – set-up to be determined by client
- Sponsor provides all furnishings (beyond seating/stage) to create experience
- Additional AV & lighting may be required for presentation speaking
- Internet: Sponsor-only Wi-Fi access provided. Hard line internet additional
- Power: Dedicated 10 AMP lines plus strips
- Tickets: Four (4) All-Access conference tickets.
- Lead retrieval: Technology for scanning badges to collect leads
- Event mobile app: Company listing as a sponsor with a link to your special offer
- Logo recognition: Your logo listed on the event page with a link to your offer
10×10 Booth Keynote Level (18/24 available)
Your business has a dedicated booth in the Networking Plaza upstairs adjacent to session rooms.
- Booth: 10’ x 10’ exhibit space (prime location) all three days of event
- Furnishings: Draped table (4’ x 2.5’), one stool, and black pipe-and-drape
- Internet: Sponsor-only Wi-Fi access provided
- Power: Dedicated 5 AMP power line and power strip
- Tickets: Two (2) All-Access conference tickets.
- Lead retrieval: Technology for scanning badges to collect leads
- Event mobile app: Company listing as a sponsor with a link to your special offer
- Logo recognition: Your logo listed on the event page with a link to your offer
OPTION: 10×20
- Tickets: Four (4) All-Access conference tickets.
Official Lanyard Sponsor (1 available – deadline Dec 2025)
Imagine your brand is in each selfie and every video all attendees take at Social Media Marketing World.
- Tickets: One (1) All-Access conference ticket.
- Logo recognition: Your logo listed on the event page with a link to your offer
Official Badge Sponsor (1 available – deadline Jan 2026)
Imagine your brand and special offer on the back of every attendee name badge, which is the official pass to all activities at Social Media Marketing World.
- Tickets: One (1) All-Access conference ticket.
- Logo recognition: Your logo listed on the event page with a link to your offer
Includes all printing. Sponsor must provide a design meeting the required specifications.
Contact our sponsorship team for pricing.
AI Sessions Level
Your brand is part of the action happening on the dedicated AI Sessions level of the Convention Center as attendees attend focused AI and Marketing sessions, network, and more!
10×10 Booth AI Level (10 available)
Your business has a dedicated booth in the AI Business World Plaza downstairs adjacent to session rooms.
- Booth: 10’ x 10’ exhibit space (prime location) all three days of the event.
- Furnishings: Draped table (4’ x 2.5’), one stool, and black pipe-and-drape.
- Internet: Sponsor-only Wi-Fi access provided. Hard-line Internet additional
- Power: Dedicated 5 AMP power line and power strip.
- Tickets: Two (2) All-Access conference tickets.
- Lead retrieval app: A mobile app for scanning of badges to collect leads.
- Event mobile app: Company listing as a sponsor with a link to your special offer.
- Logo recognition: Your logo listed on the event page with a link to your special offer
OPTION: 10×20:
- Tickets: Four (4) All-Access conference tickets.
10×10 TableTop AI Level (8 available)
Your business has a dedicated tabletop in the AI Business World Plaza downstairs adjacent to session rooms.
- TableTop: Draped table (30” round high-top) all three days of the event
- Sponsor signage must be a pull-up banner, no 10×10 or 8×10 booths
- Internet: Sponsor-only Wi-Fi access provided. Hard-line Internet additional
- Power: Dedicated 5 AMP power line and power strip.
- Tickets: One (1) All-Access conference tickets.
- Lead retrieval app: A mobile app for scanning of badges to collect leads.
- Event mobile app: Company listing as a sponsor with a link to your special offer.
- Logo recognition: Your logo listed on the event page with a link to your special offer.
Parties and Experiences
Sunset Cocktail Party Sponsor
Host the official opening night cocktail party at the Anaheim Convention Center post-workshops where you get to connect with attendees and kick-off the conference on Tuesday, April 28th, 2026.
Speaker Party Sponsor
Host the exclusive experience where Speakers get to relax with peers prior to the big karaoke party! Food and beverage provided. Enjoy connecting and share a brief intro about your solution.
VIP All-Access Party Sponsor
Be the life of the party and host live band karaoke on stage at a nightclub on Wednesday, April 29th, 2026. This is the must-go party for All-Access attendees. You won't believe our talent.
Contact our sponsorship team for pricing.
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