Gather California offers a range of sponsorship opportunities designed to enhance your brand’s visibility and deliver meaningful benefits. We recognize that every business is unique, which is why our packages are fully customizable to align with your specific objectives. Sponsorship gives you direct access to key retailers and decision-makers, opening the door to valuable relationships and new opportunities. Whether your focus is on building brand recognition or establishing strategic partnerships, our team will work closely with you to create a sponsorship package that fits your goals and maximizes your experience at the conference.
Premium Suite Holder
Meet with your top customers in your own “office.” Premium Suite Holders receive private, reserved use of their own Business Conference Suite during the conference to host 40-minute retailer meetings. Suites offer the exclusive opportunity to customize the meeting environment to reflect your individual brand and style. Also included in this package is the opportunity to broadcast a commercial during Monday’s General Session, a company banner in the exhibit hall, logo recognition on the conference website, and two complimentary conference registrations.
Executive Level
Executive Level sponsorship benefits include priority position for up to five 40-minute Retailer Review meetings (additional meetings at 20-minutes), priority scheduling, recognition at the conference General Session and two complimentary conference registrations.
President Level
President Level sponsors receive preferred position for 20-minute Retailer Review meetings as well as recognition on the conference website and on-site guide, and two complimentary conference registrations.
Director Level
The Gather California floor is the location for individual business meetings and daily conference meal functions. In addition to a 8’ x 10’ display space, Director Level sponsors receive the ability to participate in 20-minute Retailer Review Sessions, on-site sampling rights, listings in the conference guide and website, and two complimentary conference registrations.
Sunday Opening Reception Co-Sponsor
The opening night reception is one of the signature social events at Gather California. Here attendees gather for a unique opportunity to get to know their industry peers in a fun, relaxed environment. Sponsorship is limited to three co-sponsors and provides plenty of recognition opportunities in conference materials and during the evening program.
Monday Morning General Session Sponsor
The Monday Morning General Session signifies the kick off of the educational program with an insightful educational speaker. Sponsorship of this event offers your company executive the opportunity to address attendees and welcome them to the 2025 conference.
Tuesday Morning General Session Sponsor
Tuesday’s General Session starts the day with an insightful educational speaker. Sponsorship of this event offers your company executive the opportunity to address attendees.
Tuesday Luncheon Sponsor
Tuesday’s luncheon program is highlighted by the Emerging Brands Pitch Contest. CGA offers the opportunity to be the presenting sponsor of this session and receive benefits that include addressing the audience and introducing this notable conference session.
Networking Lounge Sponsor
The place to relax, recharge your mobile phone, and check your email, this area provides an exclusive opportunity to present your brand while providing a valuable enhancement to the attendee experience.
Dine for a Cause Transportation Sponsor
Promote your products during the CGA conference Dine for a Cause evening event. Place information or products in the hands of each participating attendee as they board their busses and head out for a delicious night on the town.
Monday’s Dine for a Cause is more than just a dinner—it’s a dining experience at some of the deserts iconic restaurants, where conference attendees will indulge in signature dishes, network, and celebrate Palm Springs’ local flavors. Place your brand alongside this feel-good evening of networking and raising money for industry scholarships.
Conference Registration Sponsor — SOLD
CGA is pleased to offer this high-profile opportunity with unlimited brand exposure during Gather California. Provided to all conference attendees at registration, this exclusive feature puts your brand around the neck of every attendee at the event – even your competitors!
Conference Hotel Room Key Card Sponsor — SOLD
Be the company that is in everyone’s wallet with this exclusive sponsorship opportunity. Hotel room key cards are sleek and portable, making it easy for your marketing message to travel beyond the timeframe of the event.
Wifi Sponsor – SOLD
Fast, free WiFi is always a highly valued service for conference attendees. This sponsorship offers an exclusive opportunity to get your brand in front of all attendees through a custom splash page, viewable when connecting to the WiFi network.
Conference App Sponsor — SOLD
This sponsorship offers a unique opportunity to get your brand in front of all attendees at the event right in their own pocket. Attendees utilize the app to view the event schedule, learn about the speakers and educational sessions, help navigate with an interactive map, view the list of all attendees, and can refer back to the app after the event is over. Make your brand front and center of it all with this exclusive sponsorship.
Show Floor Photo Booth Sponsor
Make attendees smile and boost brand awareness with this exclusive photo studio sponsorship. Participants can get a new professional studio grade headshot or grab a group photo with their coworkers all with your company’s logo front and center. Set in a prime location on the show floor, your brand will not be missed with this new sponsorship opportunity.
Charging Station Sponsor
Sponsorship of the charging stations at this year’s conference offers elevated brand recognition through custom-branded charging stations located in several high-profile locations on the exhibit hall floor.
California Grocer Magazine Door Drop Sponsor
Gain a competitive advantage with a customized bag delivered directly to retail attendees at the Westin Rancho Mirage Resort & Spa. Retailers will enjoy a California Grocer magazine delivered to their door in a bag sponsored by your company which can be used during and long after the show.