Sponsorship prospectus

Sponsor Scenic City Summit 2027

Put your brand in front of 400+ developers, leaders, educators, and innovators — July 22–23, 2027 at the UTC University Center.

2027 prospectus

Get the full sponsorship deck

Audience data, every tier and benefit, branded activations, add-ons, and in-kind options — all in one PDF.

Why sponsor

Real Tech. Real Talk. Real Connections.

Since 2016, SCS has been a launchpad for IT, data, security, leadership, education, and public-service professionals. In 2027 we're going bigger — more tracks, deeper partnerships, and new ways to connect.

Reach the region's builders

Access the Southeast's top talent and tech professionals — the people you want to hire, sell to, and learn from.

A tech hub on the rise

Home to the first citywide gig-speed internet in the U.S., Chattanooga is a fast-growing hub with a booming startup scene.

Lead the conversation

Grow brand visibility with a highly engaged audience and connect with decision-makers and community builders.

Invest in the community

Your sponsorship supports workforce development, innovation, and an accessible conference for our region.

Who attends

The right room to be in

Top talent, rising stars, and innovative leaders from startups, scaleups, enterprise, government, education, and nonprofits.

35%
Developers & engineers
25%
Data & AI pros
20%
Security & IT leaders
10%
Product & project managers
10%
Emerging talent
94%
Would recommend SCS
92%
Gained real value for their role
90%
Made meaningful connections
85%
Met partners, vendors, or employers

From 2026 attendee feedback.

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Our Sponsors

Scenic City Summit exists because local and national partners invest in Chattanooga's tech community.

Sponsor lineup for 2027 is coming together. Want your logo here? See sponsorship options →
Levels

Find your fit

Five levels so organizations of every size can take part. Want something unique? Let's build it together.

3 available

Gold

$7,500
  • Own Thursday, Friday, or a happy hour
  • 6 conference passes
  • Premium exhibit booth
  • Speaking opportunity
  • Bag insert, newsletter feature, social spotlight
Inquire
7 available

Silver

$5,000
  • Lunch, breakfast, refuel, photo, or breakout room
  • 4 conference passes
  • Standard exhibit booth
  • Table topic lunch table
  • Social spotlight
Inquire
10 available

Bronze

$2,500
  • VIP lounge, talent lounge, charging, video, or photo booth
  • 2 conference passes
  • Standard exhibit booth
  • Table topic lunch table
Inquire
Unlimited

Supporting

$1,500
  • 2 conference passes
  • Logo on website, marketing & signage
  • 20% off extra tickets
  • Post-event sponsor report
Inquire
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Benefits at a glance

BenefitPresenting$12,500Gold$7,500Silver$5,000Bronze$2,500Supporting$1,500
Available13710Unlimited
Access
Conference passes86422
20% discount on extra tickets✓✓✓✓✓
Engagement
Exhibit boothPremierPremiumStandardStandard—
Table topic lunch table✓✓✓✓—
Speaking opportunity✓✓———
Visibility
Naming rights✓✓✓✓—
Logo on website, marketing & signage✓✓✓✓✓
Attendee bag insert (sponsor provided)21———
Promotion
Newsletter feature (job openings welcome)11———
Custom social media spotlight211——
Post-event sponsor report✓✓✓✓✓
Sponsor exclusives

Branded activations

Each is listed as “[Activation] powered by [Your Company].” First come, first served.

Presenting

  • Presenting Sponsor 1 spot

    Own the spotlight from start to finish — “SCS 2027 presented by you” plus keynote welcome and intro.

Gold

  • Thursday Conference Sponsor 1 spot

    Kick off the conference — your brand fronts Thursday.

  • Friday Conference Sponsor 1 spot

    Your brand, center stage — power Friday and lead the momentum.

  • Happy Hour Sponsor 2 spots

    Be the life of the party — Thursday or Friday happy hour powered by you.

Silver

  • Lunch Sponsor 2 spots

    Put your brand in front of a hungry, high-energy crowd.

  • Refuel Sponsor 1 spot

    Brand the snack and drink station for nonstop hallway energy.

  • Breakfast Sponsor 1 spot

    Start the day strong — your brand wakes up the attendees.

  • Photo Sponsor 1 spot

    Be the brand behind all event photo albums.

  • Breakout Room Sponsor 5 spots

    Own one of five Friday session rooms, where ideas happen.

Bronze

  • VIP Lounge Sponsor 1 spot

    Host the behind-the-scenes spot for speakers and sponsors.

  • Talent Lounge Sponsor 1 spot

    Connect job seekers and employers in the Talent Lounge.

  • Charging Station Sponsor 1 spot

    Keep everyone powered up at the most-visited station.

  • Video Sponsor 1 spot

    Your name leads the conference's video hub.

  • Photo Booth Sponsor 1 spot

    Branded credit on photo booth prints and onsite signage.

Boosts

Add-on options

  • Scholarship Sponsor — $250+
    Supports student and professional access
  • Pen Sponsor — $500
    Branded pens (sponsor provided)
  • Notebook Sponsor — $500
    Branded notebooks (sponsor provided)
  • Lanyard Sponsor — $500
    Branded lanyards (sponsor provided)
  • Bag Insert Sponsor — $500
    Flyer or promo item (sponsor provided)
In-kind

In-kind sponsorships

Donate goods or services in place of a monetary contribution. Benefits align with the monetary tiers.

  • Food & beverage
    Coffee, lunch, or snacks
  • Media & marketing
    Ads, podcasts, radio spots, or media coverage