Museums in the Currents

Navigating a River of Change

Texas Association of Museums

2012 Annual Meeting

San Antonio, Texas

March 27-30, 2012

Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities

Conference sponsorship is a great way to increase your exposure and prominence at the 2012 TAM Annual Meeting. All sponsors will be listed in the printed program and will receive recognition on event signage. At certain sponsorship levels, sponsors will also receive a free advertisement in the printed program. Show your commitment to the Texas museum community by investing in the TAM Annual Meeting.

Advertising in the printed program is another effective way to create a presence at the 2012 TAM Annual Meeting. An essential tool for every conference participant, the printed program will not only be used during the TAM Annual Meeting but will also be kept for future reference. Don’t miss your opportunity to extend your exposure to the TAM audience! Register for a sponsorship or advertisement today!

Keynote Speaker Luncheon Sponsorships – $2,500

1 Available

  • Recognition by name at keynote luncheon
  • Sign at main stage indicates name of sponsor
  • Full page ad in program
  • Listed in program as a sponsor
  • Logo on banner

Directors & Trustees Reception Sponsorship – $1,500

1 Available

  • Recognition by name at the Directors & Trustees Reception
  • Sign indicates name of sponsor
  • Full page ad in program
  • Listed in program as a sponsor
  • Logo on banner

Attendee Give-Away Sponsorships – Per Request

No Limit

  • Sign indicates name of sponsor
  • Ad in program — Size depends on sponsorship level
  • Listed in program as a sponsor
  • Logo on banner
  • Various items available — conference tote bag; portfolio; pen, stress ball, etc.

Internet Café Sponsorship – $1,000

3 Available

  • Service provided in Exhibit Hall
  • Three stations offered
  • Sign indicates name of sponsor
  • 1/2 page ad in program
  • Listed in program as a sponsor
  • Logo on banner

Breakfast Sponsorship – $650

2 Available

  • Sign indicates name of sponsor
  • Business card ad in program
  • Listed in program as a sponsor
  • Logo on banner

Session Sponsorships – $500

7 Available

  • Introduction of speaker at session
  • Sign indicates name of sponsor
  • Business card ad in program
  • Listed in program as a sponsor
  • Logo on Banner

Refreshment Breaks

$350 AM – 1 Available

$500 PM – 2 Available

  • Sign indicates name of sponsor
  • Listed in program as a sponsor

Download the TAM Sponsorship Agreement.

Advertising Prices

Advertising is available in the TAM Annual Meeting Program. Program size may vary from 5.5"x8.5" to 11"x8.5". This program is distributed to all attendees of the Annual Meeting including speakers. The program includes the conference timeline, room assignments, exhibitor listing, floor plan, and keynote speaker bios.

  • Back Cover (Full Page) — Color $600 (SOLD)
  • Inside Front Cover (Full Page) — Color $450 (SOLD)
  • Inside Back Cover (Full Page) — Color $450 (SOLD)
  • Full Page within Program — Black & White $300
  • Half Page within Program — Black & White $150
  • Business Card Size — Black & White $75

Popular ad placements sell fast. Act now to take advantage of these promotional opportunities!

Call Program Associate, Sandy Sage at 512-650-7817 or email sandy@texasmuseums.org

Payment Schedule and Cancellation Policy

Payment Information

Credit card payments may be faxed to TAM at 817-332-1179.

Checks should be mailed to:
Texas Association of Museums
101 Summit avenue, Suite 802
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Sponsorship & Advertisement Payment Policy

Full payment of sponsorship is due with signed contract.

Cancellation Policy

All cancellations and requests for sponsorship refund must be submitted in writing to the address above. Cancellations received before February 20, 2012 will result in Texas Association of Museums (TAM) retaining 25 percent of payment. Cancellations received between February 20 and March 5 will result in TAM retaining 50 percent of the payment. No requests for refunds will be granted after March 5, 2012.

All cancellations and requests for advertisement refund must be submitted in writing to the address above. Cancellations received before February 20, 2012 will result in Texas Association of Museums (TAM) retaining 25 percent of the initial deposit. Cancellations received between February 20 and March 5 will result in TAM retaining 50 percent of the initial deposit. No requests for refunds will be granted after March 5, 2012.

Download the TAM Sponsorship Agreement.

Contact Information

To inquire about availability, please contact our Conference Coordinator, Donna Hoye at donna@texasmuseums.org or 972-953-8822 or