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MD&M South
 
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April 22-23, 2026

Charlotte Convention Center
Charlotte, NC

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Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities

#MDMSouth

Sponsors Generate More Leads,
Exposure, & Recognition

A sponsorship with us is more than a logo placement—it’s a powerful way to boost your presence and stand out in a crowded market. Sponsors enjoy increased visibility, stronger brand awareness, and richer engagement with attendees.

To learn more about these opportunities, contact us at [email protected] or call 877-683-5251.

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Marketing and Sponsorship Opportunities

Browse our list of marketing and sponsorship opportunities from pre-show promotion and lead generation to onsite advertising and signage.


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Customer Invites Program

We’re thrilled to introduce the Customer Invitation Program—a free, customizable pre-show marketing service for MD&M South 2026 exhibitors. This program makes it easy to promote your presence at the show and invite your network to register as your guests. All materials are tailored to feature your company logo, booth number, and promo code, ensuring seamless and professional outreach. The link to your customized dashboard has been emailed to your primary exhibit contact and is available in your Exhibitor Portal. You may also go here to access your link at any time.

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Onsite Opportunities

Booth Crawl — Transform your booth into the must‑visit stop of the show—complete with an in‑booth bartender, a lively atmosphere for conversation, and prominent visibility across onsite signage, the event website, and the mobile app.

Package includes:

  • A bartender pours 85 cold bottles of the domestic beer of your choice on Day 1 at 3 p.m.
  • Your participation is featured on onsite signage, the event website, and the mobile app for added visibility.
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Additional Onsite Opportunities

  • Onsite Lead Retrieval
  • Show Badge Sponsorship
  • Show Lanyard Sponsorship
  • Show Bag & Bag Insert Sponsorship
  • Keynote Video Introduction
  • Scavenger Hunt
  • AI Sketchbot Lounge Sponsorship
  • Sustainable Water Bottle Sponsorship
  • Private Meeting Rooms

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Signage

Mega & Tri-Mega Sign — Strategically placed in high traffic areas, mega signs are above eye level and afford maximum exposure for your brand.

Choose from these locations (based on availability):

  • Registration Area
  • Lobby
  • Expo Hall

Specs: 8’ H x 3’ W Double Sided | Four-Color


Additional Signage Opportunities

  • Grand Staircase Clings
  • Ad Posters
  • Floor Decals
  • Footprints
  • Booth Extender
  • Window Cling
  • Aisle Sign

Digital Promotion

Online Registration Sponsor - As the Online Registration Sponsor, your brand becomes the first touchpoint for every attendee—owning the spotlight and shaping the entire event experience before it even begins.

Sponsorship includes: 

  • Prominent logo placement on the registration landing page and in every registration confirmation email.
  • Clickable website link driving qualified traffic directly to your website.

Additional Digital Promotion Opportunities

  • Product Category Sponsorship 
  • Digital Floorplan Sponsorship
  •  Online Directory Sponsorship 
  • Send an Email Campaign
  • Digital Daily Newsletter Ad
  • Sponsored Social Media Posts
  • Digital Exhibitor Profile
  • Mobile App
  • Splash Page Ad *Exclusive – Prime Visibility
  • Homepage Banner
  • Sponsored Push Notification
  • Digital Branding Bundle: 

    • Mobile App Homepage Banner
    • Mobile App Push Notification
    • Product Category Sponsorship in the Online Exhibitor Directory

Networking

Welcome Reception Bar Sponsorship – Put your brand at the center of the evening’s most vibrant social hub. As a Bar Sponsor of the Welcome Reception, your company gets prime visibility in one of the event’s highest traffic networking zones.

Package includes:

  • Marketing visibility includes prominent logo placement at your sponsored bar (3 bars available), custom branded napkins, and your logo across onsite signage, the event website, and mobile app.
  • Attendee lead capture with full post-event contact details of all reception attendees.
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Exclusive Targeted Attendee Program Sponsor

As the exclusive sponsor of the invitation‑only Targeted Attendee Program, your brand connects directly with 20–30 vetted, high‑intent MedTech buyers for high‑impact, relationship‑driven engagement.

Package includes: 

  • Branded Buyer Lounge: Prominent sponsor branding on welcome signage and table tents in the dedicated lounge.
  • Optional Welcome Kits: Opportunity to provide a branded notebook and pen for every hosted buyer.
  • Hosted Lunch: Exclusive sponsor-hosted lunch with all targeted buyers for deeper, relationship-driven conversations.
  • Hosted Buyer List: Full list of participating buyers for strategic post-show follow-up.

Thought Leadership

Tech Theater – Elevate your brand’s industry influence by securing a Tech Theater thought‑leadership speaking slot—the premier platform to showcase visionary ideas, captivate decision‑makers, and spark new business opportunities.

Package includes:

  • 45-minute presentation & 10 minutes of audience Q&A.
  • Promotion across onsite signage, event website, and mobile app.
  • Attendee Lead Capture: full contact details shared post-event.
  • Collateral/giveaway distribution to attendees.
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Coffee Talks

Spark meaningful conversations and elevate your brand’s visibility by hosting a dynamic Coffee Talk that blends casual networking, thought‑provoking discussion, and direct engagement with attendees in a relaxed, coffee‑fueled setting.

Package includes:

  • 30–45-minute demo/presentation
  • Promotion across onsite signage, event website, and mobile app
  • Attendee Lead Capture: full contact details shared post-event
  • Collateral/giveaway distribution to attendees
  • Refreshments provided for up to 85 participants

Partner With Us

With a range of sponsorship packages, opportunities, and custom options, this show is the perfect place to connect your business with a highly motivated audience.

To learn more about becoming a sponsor and all of your sponsorship opportunities,
please email [email protected] or call 877-683-5251.

We’re excited to discuss your options and assist in helping you reach your show objectives.


Media, Conference, and Association Partners

 

Official Media

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  • Plastics Today
  • Powder & Bulk Solids
  • Qmed / MD+DI

2026 Media Partners

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Design and Development Today
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2026 Association Partners

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