Sponsors

A big idea can change everything, but the journey from concept to marketplace can be challenging. Without the necessary resources to gain traction, even the most promising idea can wither on the vine. The Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station (TEES) and The Texas A&M University System, along with a growing number of sponsors, are working to ensure today’s innovative ideas become a reality through the Texas A&M New Ventures Competition (TNVC).

About the Texas A&M New Ventures Competition

TNVC supports small business development and the acceleration of emerging technology commercialization
$400,000 in non-dilutive prize money has been awarded since TNVC’s inception in 2015
Participation is open to all Texas-based independent companies in the pre-seed/seed, startup or early growth stages
In 2016, there were nearly 100 applications and more than 200 attendees
Winners receive state and national recognition
Judges and audience members include state and national venture capitalists, angel investors, investment bankers, other public and private investors, as well as seasoned entrepreneurs
TNVC is underwritten and organized by TEES, with assistance from the Mays Business School’s Center for New Ventures & Entrepreneurship

General Sponsor Benefits

We have several sponsorship options to serve as a starting point for your organization’s customized sponsorship package. New for 2017, and as space permits, sponsors have the opportunity to have a named prize, up to 90 percent of their cash sponsorship amount, giving them extra exposure through on-stage check presentations and photo opportunities. Contact us at 979.458.9898 or info@texasnvc.org to discuss customizable sponsorship packages.

Download Sponsor Brochure PDF

Sponsorship Opportunities

The following are examples of our current sponsorship opportunities. We can customize a sponsorship package tailored to meet the needs and goals of your organization.

Silver

$5,000 – $9,999

Featured as a Silver Sponsor in all competition collateral material, including company provided event banner in primary location, on-site signage, marketing, promotions and public relations.

Named prize up to 90 percent of cash sponsorship value, subject to availability
Sponsor logo and description included in the event program
Sponsor listing on event website
Invitation to be on the panel of judges (as space permits)
Complimentary passes and parking to the event
Featured within internal and external marketing communications materials

Gold

$10,000 – $24,999

Includes all silver-level benefits, plus:

One guaranteed invitation to be on the panel of judges
Optional opportunity to display company signage and/or host booth to distribute company materials and engage attendees one-on-one (as space permits)
Recognition during event and opening remarks and at all competition event segments (elevator pitch, finals round and awards reception)
Opportunity to address event attendees (pending TNVC staff approval of content)
Inclusion of promotional items in participant and judge registration bags

Platinum

$25,000+

Includes all silver- and gold-level benefits, plus:

Two guaranteed invitations to be on the panel of judges
Identification as a key sponsor on all marketing materials leading up to and following the competition*
Guaranteed premium space to display company signage and/or to host booth to distribute company materials and engage attendees one-on-one (as space permits)
Photo opportunity with top prize winners for inclusion in post-event marketing materials