Sponsorship Opportunities

Put Your Brand On the Edge of What’s Next

Connect your brand with the professionals driving the transformation of the electric grid. IEEE PES Grid Edge brings together more than 2,000 utility leaders, technology providers, innovators, and energy professionals from over 35 countries to explore the technologies, strategies, and solutions shaping what comes next.

Sponsorship gives your company a powerful platform to build visibility, connect with decision-makers, generate leads, and showcase your solutions to a focused industry audience.

From high-impact branding and onsite visibility to opportunities tied to technical programming and attendee engagement, Grid Edge sponsorships are designed to help you stand out and make meaningful connections.

Advertising & Sponsorship Opportunities Below

Explore all available advertising & sponsorship packages, pricing, and custom branding options below.

Advertising Opportunities

Please note: Advertising opportunities do not include the additional sponsor benefits.

Pre-Show Planner Ad (Digital)

$2,500 | 4 Available

Reach attendees before they arrive by placing your message in the official IEEE PES Grid Edge Pre-Show Digital Planner. Available in full-page ads, this advertising opportunity helps build awareness for your brand, products, services, booth activities, and special events as attendees plan their conference experience.

Opportunities Include:

  • Full-page or half-page advertisement in the official Pre-Show Planner.
  • Exposure to registered attendees prior to the event.
  • Opportunity to promote products, demonstrations, booth presentations, and networking events.
  • Increased visibility during attendees’ planning process.

Position your company top-of-mind before the show begins and drive more traffic to your booth during the event.

Show Floor Pocket Map

$1,500 | 3 Available

The printed floor map is one of the most utilized navigation tools for attendees. Place your advertisement in this highly visible resource to help attendees find your exhibit and drive traffic directly to your booth!

Sponsorship Includes:

  • 1 ad (size: 4″x3″) placed on the border of the printed map and handed out onsite.

Sponsor Benefits

In addition to the specific benefits included with each package below, all 2027 IEEE PES Grid Edge sponsors receive:

SPONSOR PACKAGES

Digital Communications

Mobile App Title Sponsor

$15,000 | Exclusive

As the exclusive mobile app sponsor, your brand integrates directly into the primary tool attendees use to navigate schedules, view session details, and map out the expo floor.

This premium digital real estate puts your message on attendee screens every time they check their devices, delivers constant engagement throughout the event, and locks out industry competitors.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Logo prominently displayed on mobile app splash screen.
  • Logo/name on app navigation header/footer.
  • (1) on-site push notification.
  • (1) rotating in-app banner ad.

Recognition In:

  • On-site and digital show signage.
  • Pre-show emails promoting the app.

Mobile App Push Alerts

$1,500 | 6 Available

Cut through the digital noise and reach your target market instantly by delivering your message directly to attendee devices at key moments during show hours.

This direct-to-device feature allows you to capture immediate focus, promote an upcoming session, and drive real-time traffic to your booth

Sponsorship Includes:

  • (1) Sponsored push notification sent to all users via the mobile app.

Mobile App Banner Ads

$1,500 | 8 Available

Secure a premier banner position built directly into the mobile app dashboard.

This consistent placement loops your message continuously on user screens, captures high-intent clicks, and drives organic mobile traffic straight to your booth or corporate website as decision-makers navigate the event footprint.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • (1) Rotating in-app banner ad, clickable to sponsor URL or content displayed in high-traffic sections of the mobile app.

Social Media Posts

$2,000 | 10 Available

Amplify your brand through IEEE PES Grid Edge’s official social media channels. This sponsorship includes one branded post on Facebook, LinkedIn, and X, featuring your custom messaging and/or creative to promote your company, booth, product, or event.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • One branded social media post across IEEE PES Grid Edge social channels.
  • Sponsor-provided copy and/or creative.
  • Post timing coordinated with Show Management.

A simple and effective way to expand your reach and connect with the IEEE PES Grid Edge audience.

SPONSOR PACKAGES

Education & Thought Leadership

Exhibit Hall Stage Sponsor

$25,000 | 5 Available (Exclusive by Stage)

Position your brand at the center of industry conversations by sponsoring one of the IEEE PES Grid Edge Stages. This premier sponsorship opportunity provides prominent visibility on a dedicated stage where attendees gather to learn about emerging technologies, innovative solutions, industry trends, and best practices shaping the future of power and energy.

As the Stage Sponsor, your company will receive exclusive branding across the stage environment, reinforcing your leadership and commitment to advancing the transmission and distribution industry. Your brand will be prominently featured before, during, and after presentations, ensuring repeated exposure to a highly engaged audience of utilities, engineers, decision-makers, and industry influencers.

Sponsorship includes exclusive branding as “[Stage Name] Sponsored by [Company]” in:

  • On-site signage at the stage.
  • Mobile app, digital & printed schedule, pre-show planner & program guide.
  • Stage session listings & descriptions on website.
  • Logo on session holding slide (pending AV allowances).

Sponsorship also includes:

  • Opportunity to present one 45-minute session (1 per day x 2 days = 2 sessions).
  • Opportunity to introduce featured speaker (1 per day x 2 days = 2 intros).
  • Recognition in social media post mentioning stages.
  • Opportunity to provide a branded handout or digital resource via app or QR code at the stage.

The IEEE PES Grid Edge Stage Sponsorship offers a unique platform to elevate brand awareness, demonstrate industry leadership, and connect with professionals driving the future of the electric power and energy sector.

Innovation Challenge Premium Table Supporter

$7,500 | Limit 3

Take a leading role in the IEEE PES Grid Edge Innovation Challenge by supporting two featured tables and positioning your organization at the center of forward-looking industry conversations. This premium opportunity combines prominent brand visibility with direct access to industry leaders and a platform to share your perspective with participants.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Two featured Innovation Challenge tables.
  • 8-minute speaking opportunity.
  • Prominent sponsor branding throughout the Innovation Challenge.
  • Recognition in applicable event materials and Innovation Challenge communications.

Innovation Challenge Table Supporter

$2,500 | 7 Available

Put your organization directly into the conversation as an Innovation Challenge Table Supporter. Each supporter receives a featured table designed to bring together industry leaders for focused discussion, idea sharing, and collaboration around key issues facing the power and energy sector.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • One featured table for up to 10 industry leaders.
  • One designated discussion leader seat.
  • Sponsor branding at the supported table.
  • Recognition in applicable Innovation Challenge materials.
SPONSOR PACKAGES

Networking & Community

Power Hour Sponsor

$3,000 | 4 Available

Become the centerpiece of one of the event’s most popular networking experiences with the Power Hour Bar Sponsorship. This opportunity puts your brand in front of attendees as they gather to connect, unwind, and build valuable industry relationships during the Power Hour reception.

As the sponsor, your branding will be prominently displayed at the bar, creating a welcoming and memorable environment while maximizing visibility among a highly engaged audience.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • (1) Branded bar in or near the sponsor’s exhibit booth, driving direct foot traffic to your booth.
  • “Power Hour Networking Reception Sponsored by [Company]” recognition in/on: Event website, Schedule, Email messaging promoting power hour, Mobile app.
  • Inclusion in onsite power hour signage throughout the exhibit hall.
  • Signage/recognition on the sponsor’s bar cart.
  • (1) Push notification day-of: “It’s time for Power Hour! Join us on the show floor!” with link to a longer message listing all sponsors with booth numbers.
  • Inclusion in social media post(s) promoting the Power Hour.

Exhibitor Innovation Showcase

A dedicated opportunity for exhibitors to promote booth presentations, product demonstrations, and educational sessions to attendees through official IEEE PES Grid Edge event channels.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Inclusion of exhibitor-hosted sessions in the official Exhibitor Innovation Showcase schedule.
  • Session listings on the event website and mobile app.
  • Enhanced visibility for booth presentations and demonstrations.
  • Opportunity to drive attendance and engagement at your booth.

This sponsorship helps attendees discover valuable exhibitor-led content while increasing awareness, traffic, and participation in your booth programming.

SPONSOR PACKAGES

On-Site Activations & Immersive Experiences

Puppy Lounge Sponsor

$25,000 | NEW Exclusive

Bring smiles to the show floor by sponsoring the Puppy Lounge, a popular attendee destination designed to help guests relax, recharge, and enjoy some stress-relieving puppy time during the event.

As the exclusive sponsor, your brand will be prominently featured throughout the lounge, creating a memorable and positive association with one of the conference’s most talked-about experiences.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Exclusive branding throughout the Puppy Lounge.
  • Logo placement on lounge signage and entrance graphics.
  • Recognition in the mobile app and event materials.
  • Opportunity to provide branded giveaways.

This feel-good sponsorship delivers high attendee engagement, strong foot traffic, and a lasting connection between your brand and one of the event’s most memorable attractions.

SPONSOR PACKAGES

Attendee Amenities & Hospitality

Exhibit Hall Lunches

Call for Pricing | 2 Available (Exclusive By Day)
As the exclusive sponsor of one of three exhibit hall lunches, you’ll receive:
  • Sponsor logo on tent cards placed on catering/lunch tables.
  • Sponsor inclusion on signage (22″x28″) placed near lunch areas.
  • Opportunity to place a pre-approved branded item at each table (1 per table). Sponsor to provide.
  • Sponsor recognized as the official Grid Edge lunch sponsor on the Grid Edge website and online floor plan.
  • Sponsor logo included in all pre-marketing email mentions of Grid Edge lunch.

Coffee Break Sponsor

Call for Pricing | 2 Available

Fuel the event’s attendees. This premier hospitality partnership aligns your brand with the morning rush, keeping your company top of mind as attendees charge up for the day. Sponsors are highly encouraged to staff the break area, providing a direct opportunity to meet and network with attendees as they gather.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Recognition as the coffee sponsor in that day’s show daily email to all attendees.
  • Sponsor logo on schedule where coffee break is mentioned.
  • Sponsor logo on napkins and coffee sleeves.
  • Thank you to sponsor “tabletop” signage at coffee break stations with QR code to sponsor website/content.

Power Lounge

$15,000 | NEW
Position your brand as the place to recharge at IEEE PES Grid Edge. The Power Lounge provides attendees with a dedicated space to relax, recharge devices, and connect with peers between sessions and meetings.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Exclusive branding throughout the Power Lounge.
  • Logo placement on charging stations, lounge signage, and seating areas.
  • Recognition in the mobile app and event materials.
  • Opportunity to provide branded giveaways or lounge enhancements.

This high-traffic sponsorship keeps your brand visible while attendees power up, network, and take a break throughout the event.

Recharge Station

$25,000 | 2 Available

Give attendees a reason to stop, recharge, and connect with your brand. The Recharge Station Sponsorship provides refreshments and a welcoming break area on the show floor, creating a natural gathering place for networking and relaxation between meetings, sessions, and exhibit visits.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Exclusive branding at the Recharge Station.
  • Logo placement on signage and refreshment areas.
  • Recognition in the mobile app and event materials.
  • Opportunity to provide branded napkins, cups, or giveaways.

This high-traffic sponsorship puts your brand in front of attendees while enhancing their event experience with a much-needed break on the show floor.

SPONSOR PACKAGES

Branding & Signage

3’x3′ Floor Stickers

$3,500 | 20 Available
Guide decision-makers’ footsteps right to your booth. Place your custom branding directly on the primary path to the Expo hall. These placements ensure continuous exposure, keeping your company’s core capabilities top of mind at the exact moment attendees are looking for active partnerships.

Specs: Two (2), 3’x3′ floor stickers. High-resolution file required. Placement to be determined by sponsor and approved by show management.

Meter Panels (Double-Sided)

$3,500 per panel | 15 Available

This classic, vertical signage asset acts as a structural beacon on the busy show floor, giving you two distinct canvas areas to display your corporate message. Placed in high-density corridors where attendees naturally walk, wait, or network, it ensures your company identity is captured from both vantage points without taking up a massive footprint.

Dual-Sided Real Estate: Maximizes exposure by printing your custom creative assets on both sides of the sign.

Proportional Footprint: Delivers an elegant, vertical half-meter by 87-inch freestanding structure.

Turnkey Delivery: Show Management fully coordinates the production, strategic placement, and on-site installation within prime venue concourses.

Lightboxes

$5,000 | 5 Available

Make your brand impossible to miss with a high-impact illuminated display. Standing 6 feet tall, these LED lightboxes command attention in high-traffic areas and give your message a bright, prominent presence throughout the event.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Strategic placement in a high-traffic event area, such as the main atrium, lobby, or Expo floor.
  • One (1) single-sided, 36″ x 96″ illuminated LED lightbox.
  • High-visibility branding designed to capture attendee attention.

Column Wrap

$5,000 | 3 Available

Turn structural elements throughout the venue into high-impact brand displays with Column Wraps. Strategically positioned in high-traffic areas, these large-format graphics create a bold visual presence that attendees will encounter repeatedly as they move throughout the event.

With prominent, eye-level placement and substantial creative space, Column Wraps provide an effective way to showcase your brand, promote your booth, or highlight a key message while creating a strong presence beyond the exhibit floor.

Lanyards

$12,000 | Exclusive

Put your brand around the neck of every attendee with the highly visible Lanyard Sponsorship. Distributed at registration and worn throughout the event, lanyards provide continuous exposure and make your company one of the most recognized brands at the conference.

As the exclusive sponsor, your logo will be prominently featured on the official event lanyards, creating thousands of impressions as attendees navigate sessions, the exhibit hall, networking events, and meetings.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Exclusive branding on official event lanyards.
  • High-visibility exposure throughout the conference.
  • Distribution to attendees at registration.
  • Recognition as the official Lanyard Sponsor in applicable event materials.

This premium sponsorship delivers consistent brand visibility and associates your company with an essential part of the attendee experience.

Conference Bags

$12,000 | Exclusive

Become the most visible brand across the entire event footprint. As attendees pick up their essential materials at registration, your company’s logo accompanies them throughout every session, exhibit floor meeting, and after-hours networking event.

Production features co-branded placement of your corporate logo alongside the official Grid Edge branding. Show Management handles all logistics, including sourcing, manufacturing, shipping, and distributing the bags directly to attendees at registration.

SPONSOR PACKAGES

Convention Center Branding

Banners

$10,000 – $25,000 | Multiple Available

Establish an undeniable presence with large-format onsite banners that anchor your company at the center of Grid Edge.

These premier structural placements provide maximum visibility, command the attention of passing buyers, and secure top-of-mind authority among key industry decision-makers looking to connect with market leaders.

Aisle Signs

$20,000 | Exclusive

Put your brand directly in front of attendees at one of the most visible touchpoints throughout the event. The Aisle Sign Sponsorship provides exclusive branding on aisle markers strategically placed throughout the exhibit hall, helping guests navigate the space while reinforcing your company’s presence.

As a sponsor, your logo and/or custom message will be prominently displayed on aisle signs, ensuring repeated exposure as attendees move between booths, sessions, and networking areas. This high-visibility opportunity increases brand recognition, drives traffic to your exhibit, and positions your organization as a key supporter of the event experience.

Railing Decals

$1,500 | 8 Available

Capture attendee attention along heavily traveled walkways with custom Railing Decals. These highly visible graphics transform functional venue railings into branded touchpoints, extending your company’s presence into key circulation areas throughout the event.

Ideal for reinforcing brand awareness or directing attendees to your exhibit, Railing Decals provide repeated exposure as attendees move between sessions, networking areas, and the show floor.

Escalator Runners

$10,000 | Exclusive

Make an impression while attendees are on the move with Escalator Runner branding. Positioned along one of the venue’s most frequently traveled pathways, this large-format opportunity provides sustained visibility as attendees travel between event areas.

The extended placement creates a distinctive canvas for your brand and delivers repeated impressions throughout the event, helping your company stand out before attendees even reach the show floor.

Elevator Branding

$50,000 | Exclusive

Own a high-traffic attendee touchpoint with custom Elevator Branding. Positioned where attendees naturally gather and wait, this sponsorship provides valuable dwell time for your message and repeated exposure throughout the event.

Custom graphics transform the elevator area into a prominent brand experience, extending your visibility beyond the exhibit hall and keeping your company top of mind as attendees move throughout the venue.

Secure A Sponsorship or Build a Custom Package

Ready to secure your sponsor package? Looking for something not listed above? We’ll work with you to create a custom package tailored to your goals and budget.

Contact our Sponsorship Team today at [email protected].