Opening Keynote, "Talk Nerdy to Me"
Melissa Marshall, TED speaker and communications expert, helps technical and business professionals talk about their complex ideas in ways that inspire stakeholders to take action. Sharing the proven strategies that she's used to help the world's top technical professionals and thinkers convey their work, Melissa will challenge what you've always known about giving presentations--and share exciting new ways to transform your next technical presentation.
She is on a mission: to transform how scientists, engineers, and technical professionals present their work. That’s because she believes that even the best science is destined to remain undiscovered unless it’s presented in a clear and compelling way that sparks innovation and drives adoption. For a decade, Melissa has traveled around the world to work with Fortune 100 corporations, institutions and universities, teaching the proven strategies she’s mastered through her consulting work and during her decade as a faculty member at Penn State University. In 2019 through 2023, Microsoft has named her a Most Valuable Professional (MVP) for her work in transforming the way the scientific community uses PowerPoint to convey their research.
For a sneak peek, check out her TED Talk, “Talk Nerdy to Me.” It’s been watched by over 3 million people (and counting).
Sponsorship Opportunity
Increase your visibility and show your support by becoming a sponsor! We have many sponsorship opportunities to choose from. For information about sponsorship opportunities, or to provide your firm’s information for sponsor benefits, please contact Michael Galante at michael.galante@jsg1.com. Where a company logo is required, please provide a high-resolution (300 dpi) in both .jpeg and .png formats for print and digital media use. A brief, 75-word firm overview, social media links, and website url are also required.
Platinum Sponsor
$1,500
Includes everything from the Gold & Silver Sponsor levels plus:
• Verbal recognition prior to keynote addresses
• Signage at event acknowledging sponsorship
• 1 Additional conference registration (2 total)
• Exhibit booth (prime location)
• 1 additional reserved seat (2 total) with speakers and honorees at keynote session
• Opportunity to have giveaways on tables in ballroom during session
Silver Sponsor
$750
• Recognition on opening presentation loop
• Firm logo on printed program and registration table signage
• Logo on conference website - MEGAMaryland.org
• Social media shout-outs on LinkedIn page
• Reserved seating near the podium in the main ballroom (opening remarks + ceremony, keynotes, Federal and State client panels)
• Opportunity to provide a raffle item to be given away during the day
Gold Sponsor
$1,000
Includes everything from the Silver Sponsorship plus:
• Verbal recognition at opening remarks
• 1 conference registration and 1 reserved seat with speakers and honorees at keynote session (A registration code will be sent once your registration in EventBrite is complete; please allow 48 hours for response)
• Exhibit booth
Small Business Sponsor
$350
• Recognition on opening presentation loop
• Logo on registration website, in printed program, and shared sponsorship “thank you” slide
• Reserved seating in second row, near the podium in the main ballroom (opening remarks + ceremony, keynotes, Federal and State client panels)
• Opportunity to leave single-page, 8 ½’ x 11” capability statements on each table in the main ballroom (8-10 people per table)
• Opportunity to provide a raffle item to be given away during the day
Exhibitor Opportunity
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to showcase your services and products to conference attendees from across the Maryland/DC metropolitan area. This is always a sold-out event attracting more than 300 A/E/C leaders in engineering, architecture, environmental sustainability, and construction.
Exhibit space includes:
• One full conference registration
• 6-ft draped table, two chairs
• Listing in the conference program
Questions? Contact Sally Philbin at 410-316-2266 | sphilbin@jmt.com
