Sponsorship Opportunities

World Employment Conference 2026

A high profile event bringing value to everyone with a stake in the staffing and recruiting industry. World Employment Conference 2026 will feature two days of conference sessions, and networking opportunities throughout each day and at evening events.

Extended Industry-Wide Promotion For Your Brand

The World Employment Conference attracts over 300 ACSESS members with a total of 500 attendees from around the world. The brand exposure for sponsors is unparalleled, with multi-touch promotions in the months and weeks leading up to the event:
• 3,000 recruiting, employment, and staffing service professionals on ACSESS own lists
• 4,000+ professionals who follow ACSESS LinkedIn company page

If professionals and firms in the staffing industry are your prospective clients, participating in World Employment Conference 2026 as a business partner is a great opportunity and will also align your brand with another strong, trusted brand: ACSESS, Canada’s only staffing and recruiting association.

High-Impact Opportunities

World Employment Conference 2026 hosted by ACSESS offers one time opportunities to match your marketing and sales plan, as well as established business and networking tactics that have been successful at ACSESS events for many years. Take advantage of this opportunity to connect directly with your target market by participating as a sponsor or exhibitor at World Employment Conference 2026. Many packages are reserved well in advance, so book as soon as possible to get your first choice. Contact Jennifer Traer at jtraer@acsess.org to learn more and book now.

ACSESS Partner $25,000  

This prestigious, high-profile package puts your business front-and-center in the minds of senior professionals and decision-makers. Including significant pre-event promotion, podium time and a diverse suite of in-event advertising options, the ACSESS Partner is a package sure to align your brand with excellence in recruiting, employment, and staffing services– leaving a lasting impression with every person in attendance.

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Your recognition as the exclusive ACSESS Partner sponsor includes: Thought Leadership Opportunity:

Showcase your organization:

  • Introduce Tuesday’s keynote speaker – an exclusive opportunity to showcase your organization in front of all attendees.

High reach and frequency multi-media marketing exposure before the conference:

  • Multi-wave email campaign to ACSESS’s private lists and a broad audience of interested professionals & our formal industry ally associations
  • SEO-friendly online presence on ACSESS’s and the World Employment Conference 2026 high traffic website
  • Logo & link to your company website from all conference webpages
  • Logo prominently featured in all marketing materials
  • Social Media exposure on ACSESS’s 4,000+ follower LinkedIn page

Repeated, prominent appreciation of your exclusive status as ACSESS Partner sponsor throughout the event:

  • Prime facetime as ACSESS Partner sponsor at Opening Keynote Session
  • Recognition in the opening remarks both days, heard by all 400+ attendees
  • Logo embedded in World Employment Conference 2026 official banner, and displayed on screens throughout the daytime and evening programs

Significant live event sponsor profile:

  • Up to two minutes of branded video footage shown in the plenary room – your choice of two short segments running before the morning break, lunch break or afternoon break, OR a single, longer segment during your preferred choice of those two times
  • FIVE complimentary attendee passes to the full conference
  • TWO additional tickets to the opening reception pass
  • FREE exhibitor booth in prime location (valued at $3,000; includes Full Conference registration for TWO booth reps on Thursday and Friday)
  • Access to opt-in attendee directory

1:1 Meetings (valued at $2,000)

  • Contractual guarantee of three private 30 minutes business consultations with country lead
  • Private meeting area including all corporate signage and collateral
  • Two profiling questions to be including in the prequalifying process for delegate acquisition
Title Sponsor $15,000

One of the highlights of the conference, the Awards Gala is a celebration of professional excellence. This dinner traditionally draws the largest audience of the program and is the premier social event for World Employment Conference 2026 featuring both Global and Canadian Ceremonies. Leave a lasting impression as the annual Title sponsor.

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Your recognition as sponsor of the Wednesday, May 13 Awards Gala includes:

High reach and frequency multi-media marketing exposure before the conference:

  • Multi-wave email campaign to ACSESS’s private lists and a broad audience of interested professionals & our formal industry ally associations
  • SEO-friendly online presence on ACSESS’s and the World Employment Conference 2026 high traffic website
  • Logo & link to your company website from all conference webpages
  • Logo prominently featured in all marketing materials
  • Social Media exposure on ACSESS’s 4,000+ follower LinkedIn page

Repeated, prominent appreciation of your status as elite sponsor throughout the event:

  • Frequent logo display on two screens throughout the Awards Gala
  • Monitor/sign featuring your logo at the entrance to the dining room
  • Recognition during the opening remarks before the awards presentation

Significant live event sponsor profile:

  • Opportunity to introduce a keynote speaker
  • Reserved table at the Awards Gala for up to 8 attendees. Indicated with a RESERVED sign featuring your company logo (valued at $2,000)
  • FREE exhibitor booth—your home base where your representatives can network with attendees and distribute your company message (valued at $2,700; includes Full Conference registration for TWO booth reps on Thursday and Friday)
  • Up to one minutes of branded video footage shown in the plenary room- your choice of one short segment running before the morning break, lunch break or afternoon break, OR a single segment during your preferred choice of those three times.
  • Access to opt-in attendee directory

1:1 Meetings (valued at $2,000)

  • Contractual guarantee of two private 30 minutes business consultations with country lead
  • Private meeting area including all corporate signage and collateral
  • Two profiling questions to be including in the prequalifying process for delegate acquisition

PLUS!
The Awards Pre-Dinner Cocktail Reception includes significant live event sponsor profile:

  • A sign featuring your logo as the reception sponsor, placed in a prominent location in the reception area
  • Recognition on tickets for hosted drinks
  • Opportunity to participate and welcome attendees during the opening remarks at the Awards Gala
  • Prominent placement of your logo on the printed Awards Gala programs
Opening Social Event Sponsor $15,000

The opening social is the top-ranked networking event of the World Employment Conference 2026 and is always raved about by conference attendees. This cruise of Lake Ontario with full buffet dinner will be a unique atmosphere and networking opportunity. 

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Your recognition as sponsor of the Opening Reception on Tuesday, May 12th includes:

High reach and frequency multi-media marketing exposure before the conference:

  • Multi-wave email campaign to ACSESS’s private lists and a broad audience of interested professionals & our formal industry ally associations
  • SEO-friendly online presence on ACSESS’s and the World Employment Conference 2026 high traffic website
  • Logo & link to your company website from all conference webpages
  • Logo prominently featured in all marketing materials
  • Social Media exposure on ACSESS’s 4,000+ follower LinkedIn page

Repeated and prominent appreciation of your status as opening reception sponsor:

  • Sign featuring your logo on transportation to the event
  • Signs featuring logo display throughout the event
  • Opportunity to participate in welcome remarks
  • FREE exhibitor booth – Populate the booth with information about your company, include videos and links to your website and social media pages. Includes an integrated chat component where a representative can have conversations with visitors. (valued at $2,700; includes Full Conference registration for TWO booth reps on Thursday and Friday)

Significant live event sponsor profile:

  • FOUR tickets to the opening event
  • FREE insert in the conference attendee welcome bags
  • Access to opt-in attendee directory

1:1 Meetings (valued at $2,000)

  • Contractual guarantee of two private 30 minutes business consultations with country lead
  • Private meeting area including all corporate signage and collateral
  • Two profiling questions to be including in the prequalifying process for delegate acquisition

PLUS!
Your organization will be recognized as the sponsor on drink tickets, making your brand front-of-mind as attendee’s raise a glass throughout the evening.

 

Additional Sponsorship Opportunities

Every sponsorship package is designed to maximize your brand’s visibility and impact — both before, during and post World Employment Conference. By partnering with ACSESS, your organization will benefit from a powerful, multi‑channel marketing campaign that ensures your message reaches the right audience at the right time.

All sponsorship packages include:

All sponsorship packages ensure maximum brand recognition, audience engagement, and lasting impressions across multiple touchpoints. Plus, each package includes special on‑site brand recognition detailed below.

Name Badges & Branded Lanyards $7,500 

Make your brand impossible to miss! As the exclusive sponsor of conference name badges and lanyards, your logo will be worn by every attendee, speaker, exhibitor, sponsor, and staff member.

Benefits:

  • Prominent branding: Your full‑color logo displayed on every badge, worn by all participants for the duration of the conference.
  • High‑traffic exposure: With badges and lanyards visible at all sessions, networking events, and receptions, your brand stays front and centre. 
  • Sponsor recognition: Significant live event profile as a featured sponsor.
  • Networking advantage: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory for direct engagement with prospects and partners.

This package guarantees constant brand presence and recognition in one of the most visible sponsorship opportunities available.

Plenary Speaker of Choice & Luncheon Sponsor $7,500

Position your brand at the heart of the conference experience! As the Luncheon Sponsor, your company will be front‑and‑centre during one of the most anticipated moments of the event — when attendees gather to recharge, network, and reflect on the morning’s sessions.

Benefits

  • Podium visibility: Opportunity to introduce and/or thank the speaker, aligning your brand with thought leadership.
  • Strategic branding: Prominent signage featuring your logo throughout the dining area, ensuring maximum exposure.
  • Entrance recognition: Your logo displayed on a signage in the dining area and welcoming attendees as they enter the Hall.
  • Session spotlight: Recognition in the learning session room immediately before attendees break for lunch, reinforcing your sponsorship.
  • Networking advantage: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory for direct engagement with prospects and partners.

This sponsorship guarantees premium visibility and meaningful association with both networking and knowledge‑sharing, making your brand an integral part of the attendee experience.

Attendee Welcome Bags $6,000    

Put your brand directly into the hands of every attendee! As the exclusive Welcome Bag sponsor, your logo will travel with participants throughout the conference — and long after the event ends.

Benefits

  • High‑impact visibility: Your logo imprinted on premium, multi‑use conference bags distributed to all attendees.
  • Extended brand exposure: Bags filled with conference materials and swag will be carried during the event and reused at home, ensuring ongoing impressions.
  • Sponsor recognition: Prominent live event profile as a featured sponsor.
  • Networking advantage: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory for direct connections with prospects and partners.

This sponsorship guarantees lasting brand presence and positions your company as a key supporter of the attendee experience.

 
Welcome Entrance & Registration Desk $5,000 

Be the very first brand attendees see each day! As the Registration Desk sponsor, your company will enjoy prime visibility and a powerful presence throughout the conference.

Benefits

  • Front‑and‑centre branding: Your logo prominently displayed throughout the registration area ensuring maximum exposure as attendees check in and head to sessions.
  • Repeated impressions: With attendees passing by the registration area multiple times over both days, your brand will stay top‑of‑mind.
  • Sponsor profile: Significant live event recognition as a featured sponsor.
  • Networking advantage: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory, giving you direct opportunities to connect with prospects and partners.

This sponsorship guarantees unmatched visibility and brand recognition at one of the most high‑traffic areas of the conference.

Photobooth $5,000 

Bring your brand to life in a fun, interactive way! As the exclusive Photo Booth sponsor, your organization will enjoy high‑visibility and lasting impressions of attendees on the show floor and at the Awards Gala. 

Benefits

  • Branded photo experience: All prints feature your logo alongside the official World Employment conference template (with date and logo).
  • Digital exposure: Attendee photos uploaded to a website gallery, extending your reach beyond the event.
  • Immersive branding: Your logo integrated into the green screen background for maximum impact.
  • On‑site visibility: Prominent signage or a company banner at the photo booth location.
  • Networking advantage: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory to connect with prospects and partners.

This sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to showcase your organization in a customized, memorable experience that attendees will take home — and share online.

Plenary Session Sponsor $3,000-$5,000
(subject to placement and availability)

Own the stage during the conference’s most influential sessions.

As a Plenary Session Sponsor, your brand will be front and centre during the highest‑profile presentations of the event. With your logo displayed prominently and the opportunity to introduce or thank the speaker, this sponsorship positions your company as a thought leader and trusted partner in the staffing and employment services industry.

Benefits

  • Spotlight Opportunity: Option to highlight your company’s services and introduce the plenary speaker.
  • Premium Branding: Your logo featured on the meeting room screen during the session.
  • High‑Visibility Recognition: Acknowledgement of your sponsorship at the entrance to the meeting room.
  • Direct Connections: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory for valuable networking and follow‑up.
  • Sponsor Profile: Significant live event sponsor recognition across conference communications.

This sponsorship isn’t just visibility — it’s association with the most impactful voices of the conference. By aligning your brand with plenary sessions, you gain credibility, authority, and lasting recognition among industry leaders.

 
Learning Sessions $4,500
(Limited number available)

Position your brand at the heart of the conference’s educational experience.

As a Learning Session Sponsor, your company will be directly associated with the knowledge‑sharing moments that attendees value most. With limited opportunities available, this sponsorship ensures your brand stands out as a trusted supporter of professional growth and industry advancement.

Benefits

  • Thought Leadership Alignment: Connect your brand with high‑impact learning sessions attended by industry professionals.
  • Premium Visibility: Your logo featured on signage, screens, and session materials.
  • Sponsor Recognition: Significant live event sponsor profile highlighting your role in advancing the industry.
  • Direct Connections: Access to the opt‑in attendee directory for networking and follow‑up.

This sponsorship isn’t just about visibility — it’s about owning the learning experience. By sponsoring a session, your organization is recognized as a champion of knowledge, innovation, and professional development.

Breakfast & Coffee Breaks $4,000
*please contact Jennifer at jtraer@acsess.org to discuss pricing options

Wake up the conference with your brand.

Sponsor breakfast and coffee breaks — the most social moments of the event — and put your logo front and centre as attendees fuel up, network, and prepare for the day.

Benefits

  • Logo on signage and screens at breakfast and coffee areas
  • Recognition in the learning session room before the first session
  • Access to the opt‑in attendee directory
  • Significant live event sponsor profile

This sponsorship delivers daily, high‑traffic exposure and ensures your brand is part of every conversation.

Attendee Directory $2,500  

Be part of every connection.

The attendee directory is the ultimate networking tool — used before, during, and after the conference. As the exclusive sponsor, your brand is integrated into this must‑have resource, ensuring your company is seen every time attendees plan, connect, and follow up.

Benefits

  • Front‑Page Presence: Your logo featured on the cover and every inside page of the directory.
  • Digital Visibility: Logo and website link included in the pre‑conference email distributing the directory.
  • Premium Recognition: Significant live event sponsor profile across conference communications.
  • Direct Access: Opt‑in attendee directory for valuable networking and follow‑up.

This sponsorship isn’t just about visibility — it’s about owning the networking experience. With your logo on every page and every attendee’s contact list, your brand becomes part of every relationship built at the event.

 
Corporate Sponsors - $2,500
(Available for ACSESS Corporate members only)

Demonstrate your commitment to the 2026 World Employment Conference 202 and gain months-long, multichannel brand exposure. As a Conference Supporter, your organization will be prominently showcased across event promotions, aligning your brand with innovation and thought leadership in staffing and logistics.

Benefits 

  • Logo placement on all official conference marketing materials and documents
  • Clickable logo on the conference platform, linking directly to your website (where applicable)
  • Visibility across promotional campaigns leading up to and during the event
  • Access to the opt-in attendee directory for valuable networking opportunities
 
For more information, contact Jennifer Traer at jtraer@acsess.org or call 416-526-2606