Advertising & Sponsorships
2026 NYSCDM Annual Conference

Your support will help promote your brand to the mediation community and bring mediation to more people through educational scholarships, training, outreach and more!

April 30-May 2, 2026
Gideon Putnam Hotel, Saratoga Springs, NY

Platinum Sponsor - Maximum Visibility. Premier Access. Standout Impact.

Two Exclusive Sponsorship Opportunities — $4,000 each

As a Platinum Sponsor, your brand takes center stage before, during, and after the conference. This premier opportunity delivers unmatched exposure, direct engagement with attendees, and high-profile recognition across all conference platforms. Platinum Sponsor Benefits Include:

- Exclusive recognition and top-tier branding as a Platinum Sponsor throughout the conference and materials
- On-stage recognition during daily conference announcements
- Full-page, full-color advertisement with a Platinum Sponsor Banner in both digital and printed conference booklets
- Prominent linked logo placement on the conference landing page
- Complimentary full-conference registration for two attendees
- Featured inclusion in conference social media promotions
- Brand visibility in pre- and post-conference email communications
- Optional exhibitor table in the Biz Expo for direct attendee engagement

Only two Platinum Sponsors available—secure your spot at the top.

Gold Sponsor - High Visibility. Meaningful Engagement. Strong Presence.

Two Featured Sponsorships — $3,000 each ONE SOLD

Gold Sponsors enjoy prominent exposure and multiple touchpoints with conference attendees—ideal for organizations seeking strong brand recognition and engagement throughout the event. Gold Sponsor Benefits Include:

- Exclusive recognition and preferred branding as a Gold Sponsor throughout the conference and materials
- On-stage recognition during daily conference announcements
- Full-page, full-color advertisement with a Gold Sponsor Banner in both digital and printed conference booklets
- Prominent linked logo placement on the conference landing page
- Complimentary full-conference registration for one attendee
- Featured inclusion in conference social media promotions
- Brand visibility in pre- and post-conference email communications
- Optional exhibitor table in the Biz Expo for direct attendee engagement

Elevate your visibility and connect with attendees throughout the conference.

Silver Sponsor - Targeted Exposure. Consistent Recognition. 

$1,500 each

Silver Sponsors receive reliable brand visibility across key conference materials—perfect for organizations looking to support the event while maintaining a strong, professional presence. Includes:

- Featured brand recognition throughout the conference
- Featured recognition during one coffee break
- Featured Logo in digital and printed conference booklets
- Linked logo placement on the conference landing page
- Inclusion in select social media acknowledgments
- Logo placement in select event email communications

Align your brand with a respected professional community.

Bronze Sponsor - Build Visibility. Show Your Commitment.

$1,000 each

Bronze Sponsorship offers a meaningful way to support the conference while gaining consistent brand recognition among attendees and the broader professional community. Includes:

- Brand recognition throughout the conference
- Shared recognition during one coffee break
- Featured Logo in digital and printed conference booklets
- Linked logo placement on the conference landing page
- Inclusion in select social media acknowledgments
- Name placement in select event email communications

Align your brand with a respected professional audience.

Cocktail Reception Sponsor - Host the Connection. Be the Moment.

Your Choice of Thursday Night or Friday Night — $2,500 each

As a Cocktail Reception Sponsor, your brand will be at the center of connection, conversation, and community during the conference’s most relaxed, social, and buzz-worthy event. Includes:

- Exclusive recognition as a Cocktail Reception Sponsor
- Prominent branding during the conference
- Verbal acknowledgment during the event
- Logo placement in digital and printed conference materials
- Linked logo on the conference landing page
- Featured inclusion in select social media promotions, event emails
- Complimentary conference registration for one attendee

Take center stage at the place to be merry.

Entertainment Sponsor - Host the Fun. Elevate the Joy.

Thursday (Comedy Show) or Friday (Live Band) — $2,500 each

As an Entertainment Sponsor, your organization will pump up the power, energy and excitement that attendees will be talking about long after the event. Includes:

- Exclusive recognition as an Entertainment Sponsor 
- Prominent branding during the conference
- Verbal acknowledgment during the event
- Logo placement in digital and printed conference materials
- Linked logo on the conference landing page
- Featured inclusion in select social media promotions, event emails
- Complimentary conference registration for one attendee

From applause to encores, your brand takes the spotlight.

Ad Booklet (Digital & Print)

Be Seen Everywhere by Everyone

Half Page Ad: $185.00*
Full Page Ad: $275.00**
Inside Front Cover: $400** SOLD
Inside Back Cover: $400** 
Outside Back Cover: $450** SOLD

*Half page advertisers will provide high-resolution artwork (PNG or JPEG) in black & white for the print version and color for the digital version.

**Full-page and cover ad advertisers will provide high-resolution artwork (PNG or JPEG) in color for the print version and color for the digital version.  

Biz Expo

Show Up. Stand Out. Make Connections.

Biz Expo Tables
1 Day $255*
2 Days $450*
3 Days $550*

*Includes meals for one person, 6-foot table, chair. Does not include conference sessions. If you are registered to attend the conference, Expo Tables will be at a lower rate: $75, $100 and $125.

For an electrical line, there might be a small fee to the hotel.

Includes listing in digital and printed conference booklets.

Other Opportunities 

Video Spotlight ($350)
Sponsor to provide video upto 3 minutes long. Video will be featured on the event landing page.

Lit Drop
$200 Annual Conference*
$350 Annual Conference* and The NYSCDM Mediation Symposium (Fall/online)**
* Sponsor to provide printed materials to be handed out by AC committee. Lit drop for members is $75.
** Sponsor to provide digital file to be distributed digitally with event materials.

For All Sponsorship Opportunities, Contact...

Donna LaScala dels1960@gmail.com 
Melissa Murphy Pavone melissa@mindfuldivorcepartners.com 
Patty Murray director@nysmediate.org  516-227-2595

ADVERTISING AND SPONSORSHIP POLICY - As a 501(c)(3) organization, the New York State Council on Divorce Mediation (NYSCDM) does not accept advertisements promoting political, religious, or ideological views. This policy ensures that all advertising content aligns with our mission to maintain an unbiased and professional environment for all members. NYSCDM reserves the right to accept or reject any advertisement submitted for publication for any reason. NYSCDM also reserves the right to remove any advertisement at any time if it does not meet with our standards, violates our policies, or is deemed inappropriate or inconsistent with our values. NYSCDM is not obligated to provide an explanation for the rejection or removal of any advertisement.