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MTS 2022 Sponsorship Guide
April www.mtntrvl.com
3 - 8, 2022 | Vail, CO
EVENT OVERVIEW
Mountain Travel Symposium:
• Is the largest and longest-running annual gathering of
mountain travel professionals
• Boasts more than 900 representatives from 35+ countries
• Features two exchanges with more than 14,000 one-on-one
meetings
• Includes world-class educational opportunities
• Is known for non-stop networking and a variety of evening
social activities
MTS has been the event where the industry tackles issues, builds
relationships, looks toward the future, and comes together as one. Now,
more than ever as our industry looks toward recovery, it’s important to
position your brand and set your business up for future success.
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COMPONENTS OF MTS
• Trade Exchange
• Group Exchange
• The Forum
• Young Leaders Summit
• Networking Ski Days
• Social Events
*All photos were taken pre-pandemic.
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ATTENDEE PROFILE
Attendees by Title
7% 12% C-Level, General Manager, President, or
5% Owner
Manager or Senior Manager
Director or Senior Director
27%
Vice President, Senior Vice President, or
Executive Vice President
49% Other
*Based on 2019 numbers
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ATTENDEE PROFILE
MTS attendees represent more than 35 countries worldwide:
Andorra El Salvador Paraguay
Argentina France Romania
Australia Germany Russia
Austria Israel Scotland
Brazil Italy Serbia
Canada Japan Slovakia
Chile Lithuania South Korea
China Peru Spain
Columbia Mexico Switzerland
Costa Rica Netherlands United Kingdom
Croatia New Zealand United States
Ecuador Nicaragua Venezuela
Panama
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ATTENDEE PROFILE
Network with attendees from all market segments:
• 43% Mount Resorts & DMOs
• 33% Lodging & Accommodations
• 9% Transportation, Skier Services & Activity Providers
• 7% Marketing / Consulting
• 5% Technology Providers
• 3% Media / Publishing
36% of delegates represent buyers of
vacation ski travel:
• 23% Tour Wholesaler/Operators
• 13% Ski Clubs/Council Leaders
*All photos were taken pre-pandemic.
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SAMPLING OF PAST SPONSORS
TM
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FUTURE LOCATIONS
2022: Vail
PAST LOCATIONS
2019: Whistler
2023: Banff / Lake Louise
2018: Heavenly – South Lake Tahoe
2017: Banff / Lake Louise
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THE FORUM
• One and-a-half days of relevant
thought leadership content
• Keynote speakers
• Panel discussions
• Peer-to-peer roundtables
• Destinations@MTS
Destinations@MTS takes an in-depth look at the opportunities and
challenges of destination and resort marketing and is a must attend
for senior executives of destinations, organizations, CVBs and lift
companies.
www.mtntrvl.comNOTABLE SPEAKERS
Jonny Moseley Kirsten Lynch Kelly Pawlak Tyronne Stoudemire
Olympic Gold Medalist, CEO President/CEO Global Vice
Consultant, Vail Resorts National Ski President of Diversity
Entrepreneur Areas Association Equity & Inclusion
(NSAA) Hyatt Hotels Corporation
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THE EXCHANGES
Trade Exchange Group Exchange
• Two-day session between • One-day session of pre-scheduled
buyers and sellers appointments between suppliers and
buyers
• More than 600 buyers and
sellers and 9,000 pre- • Up to 140 buyers that are decision-
scheduled face to face makers from top ski clubs and councils
appointments in North America
• “Speed-dating” for business • Applicants are screened to ensure
they meet criteria of a decision-maker
Buyers and suppliers are eager to return to MTS each year to make connections and to
jumpstart the next ski season.
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The Mountain Marketplace is an intimate exhibit area strategically
located adjacent to the Exchanges. The Mountain Marketplace gives
you an opportunity to showcase products and services to both buyers
and sellers throughout the entirety of MTS.
*All photos were taken pre-pandemic.
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• An exclusive event during MTS open to young professionals under the age of 35
• Participants have a passion for the mountain travel industry and to growing
their professional community and knowledge-base.
The MTS Young Leaders Summit exposes
those who are new to the industry and
early in their careers to the knowledge
and insights offered by MTS attendees
with great experience and tenure.
*All photos were taken pre-pandemic.
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NETWORKING EVENTS
• Networking Ski Days
• International Delegate Reception
• Trade Exchange Reception
• Welcome Reception
• Group Exchange Mixer
• Après Ski Reception
• Farewell Reception
• …And we’re just getting started!
*All photos were taken pre-pandemic.
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DATABASE/REACH www.mtntrvl.com
DATABASE/REACH
Avg. Click-
through Rate*
5%
5K Email Avg. Open
5K+ Social
Rate*
Contacts Media
17%
Followers
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SPONSORSHIP
Platinum Level Sponsorship
Minimum combined sponsorship spend: $20,000*
Platinum sponsorship includes:
• Branding featured:
o On website footer, including homepage
o On Platinum sponsor page of website
o On footer of attendee alert e-mails
o On mobile app
o On Platinum sponsor page of attendee guide
o During Platinum sponsor loop on screen during the Forum
o On sponsor signage in high-traffic areas of conference
center
• List of attendees 30 days prior to event
• Full-page ad in attendee guide
* PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorship spend does not include direct event expenses such as food and beverage, A/V, room rental,
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and any/all items not specifically mentioned within the sponsorship agreement as being included.SPONSORSHIP
Gold Level Sponsorship
Minimum combined sponsorship spend: $8,000*
Gold sponsorship includes:
• Branding featured:
o On Gold sponsor page of the attendee guide
o During Gold sponsor loop on screen during the Forum
o Sponsor signage in high-traffic areas of the conference center
• List of attendees 30 days prior to event
• One (1) sponsored social media post to our 4,000+ followers on Facebook, Twitter,
and LinkedIn on dates of your choice, limited to 60 days pre- or post-conference.
Dates are determined on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Logo and company description featured on the Gold sponsor page of the website
* PLEASE NOTE: Sponsorship spend does not include direct event expenses such as food and beverage, A/V, room rental,
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and any/all items not specifically mentioned within the sponsorship agreement as being included.FORUM SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Forum General Session Sponsorship
One year sponsorship: $15,000
Multi-year sponsorship: $12,500 per year
Sponsorship includes:
• All Gold sponsorship benefits, PLUS...
• Introduction of General Session speaker and/or topic
• Logo displayed on-screen at various times throughout the general session
• Promotional video (30 seconds) featured prior to the start of each general session;
sponsor is responsible for video creation
• Four Forum tickets
60-Minute Sponsored Webinar
Single webinar: $3,500
Pre- or post-conference webinar promoted to MTS database or a target audience of your choosing. Sponsor
to customize webinar topic with MTS Content Director. The live 60-minute session will have real time
polling and Q&A options included. Session will be recorded and made available for on-demand future
viewing.
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Forum Content-Driven Breakout Sponsorship
$4,500
Breakout topic proposed by sponsor and approved by MTS with collaboration on
speaker(s) selection and final topic by both parties. Limited opportunities available.
Forum Breakout Sponsorship
$3,500
Breakout topics and presenters are selected by MTS. Sponsors interested and qualified may be
considered for speaker opportunities. Speaker selection is at the sole discretion of MTS.
Breakout Sponsorships include:
• Introduction of the breakout topic and speaker, moderator and/or panelists
• Logo on the breakout page of the MTS website and on-site guide (mobile and print)
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Product-Driven 30-Minute Sponsored Workshop: $4,000
Showcase and demonstrate your brand’s products and offerings. These
workshops are a platform to reach your ideal audience in a more intimate
environment to provide updates and best practices. Topic at the discretion of
sponsor and approved by MTS. Limited opportunities available.
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Destinations@MTS Sponsorship: $5,000
Sponsorship includes:
• Logo/name featured on website, printed program, signage
• Hosted table throughout the day: Content will include interactive roundtable
discussions with rotating attendees. Sponsor has the opportunity to moderate and
present table’s discussion after each session.
• Option to display one free-standing pull-up banner
• One complimentary ticket to The Forum
Destinations@MTS Upgrades
Product Update (Limited to three sponsors): $2,500
Two-minute speaking time to inform audience about a product launch, feature
or update.
Networking Function (Exclusive): $2,500+
Includes ability to address audience and network with attendees; supplemental
branding at the reception; and acknowledgement in attendee guide. *F&B at
the expense of sponsor.
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Exhibitor Package Includes:
• Exhibit space, counter, two chairs and Internet access
• Registration for applicable events for (1) person; additional registrations available at a
discounted rate of $845 for access to that Exchange & the Forum
• Attendee list 30 days prior to the show
• Logo in MTS attendee guide and on Mountain Marketplace signage
• Access to the applicable exchange directory and ability to schedule appointments with
buyers and suppliers
• Logo and company description featured on the Mountain Marketplace page of the
website
Trade Exchange only: $5,000
Group Exchange: Call for pricing
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Product-Driven 30-Minute Sponsored Workshop: $3,000*
Showcase and demonstrate your brand’s products and offerings. These
workshops are a platform to reach your ideal audience in a more intimate
environment to provide updates and best practices. Topic at the discretion of
sponsor and approved by MTS. Limited opportunities available.
*Workshop can be sold
separately for $4,000.
www.mtntrvl.comYOUNG LEADERS SUMMIT SPONSORSHIP
Reach this group of talented young leaders and position yourself as a
strong supporter of the growth and development of the next generation.
Sponsorship opportunities vary and can be
customized to meet company goals.
$2,000-$5,000
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Host a breakfast or lunch
Sponsor a meal function (breakfast or lunch) for a target audience of your
choosing. Sponsor will have the opportunity to welcome the audience and
give a featured presentation, determine set up and flow of event. Hosting
meal functions enables you to get up close and personal with the people you
most want to meet.
Exclusive: $5,000*
Non-exclusive: $3,500*
Host a party
Sponsor a reception or party for a target audience of your choosing. Sponsor
will have the opportunity to welcome the audience and give a featured
presentation, determine set up and flow of event. Hosting meal functions
enables you to get up close and personal with the people you most want to
meet.
Exclusive: $5,500*
Non-exclusive: $4,000*
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* Plus F&B/AV and other direct expenses per event. Pricing may vary based on day, time and target audience/anticipated attendance.MOBILE APP SPONSORSHIPS
Increase your impact at Mountain Travel Symposium. All attendees
rely on the mobile app to manage their schedule, navigate the event
and network with other attendees. Get your message out there!
Banners - $1,000 per banner
Display your logo in a banner. Attract more leads. Attendees can
tap on your advertisement to see other resources in the app
or on the web. An effective banner can drive traffic to your
booth or website, increase industry visibility, and boost sales.
Splash Screen - $3,000 for splash screen & banner
Put your brand front and center. Make a stronger first
impression. Get your name and brand in front of all
attendees when you take over the app’s splash screen.
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Push Messages - $300 per message
Push messages make an instant connection with MTS mobile app
users.
• Short message of up to 140 characters.
• Can be scheduled for specific times.
• Pair it with a sponsored event for maximum impact!
PLEASE NOTE:
- Push messages are limited to one every half hour.
- Dates and times are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Message display may vary on Android devices.
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Attendee Hotel Room Gift Drop
Surprise buyers with something special. Your choice of items can be delivered right to their room.
$750 plus cost of items & hotel delivery charge
Ad in Attendee Guide
Display your customized company message in the attendee print guide.
$1,000 for half-page ad
$1,500 for full-page ad
Survival Kits
Sponsor a bag of goodies, branded as you like, to help attendees make the
most of their week. Items for consideration: note pad, pen, mints,
hand sanitizer, energy drink, aspirin...
$1,500 per event plus cost of items
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Seat Drop/Booth Drop
Place a gift or informative brochure on each seat or table of the event of
your choosing. Items will be delivered to each seat before attendees enter
the room.
$2,000 per drop plus cost of items
Notepads and Pens
Includes logo on pads and pens, distributed at MTS.
$2,000 plus the cost of items and pens
Floor Stickers & Window Clings
Extend your branding throughout the conference center.
Call for pricing
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Morning and/or Afternoon Break
Host a morning and/or afternoon coffee and beverage break. Includes cost of
coffee and beverages served.
$2,000 per break
Step & Repeat
Attendees pose for pictures in front of a dual-branded backdrop (your logo + MTS
logo) in a high-traffic area, creating fun photo ops idea for social media sharing.
$2,500, includes production
Specialty Break Station
Includes sweets/cookies, afternoon tea, specialty coffee station, ice cream,
popcorn and power bars.
$4,000-$7,000 each
Price varies based on specialty selected
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LED Signage Sponsorship
Have your company gain premier exposure and branding recognition with custom messaging
throughout MTS week on the two jumbo video displays located at the host hotel.
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LED Signage Sponsorship
Have your company gain premier exposure and branding recognition with custom messaging
throughout MTS week on the two jumbo video displays located at the host hotel.
Two sponsorship packages are available:
1. One customized ad that will be displayed in 15 seconds increments in rotation with
other ads throughout the day. Ad to be displayed from Sunday, April 3 to Thursday, April
7 on the jumbo LED monitors located just off the lobby and on the lower conference
level at the MTS host hotel.
$4500 USD
2. One customized 30 second video message that will be play in rotation with other ads
throughout the day. No sound. Video to be displayed from Sunday, April 3 to Thursday,
April 7 on the jumbo LED monitors located just off the lobby and on the lower
conference level at the MTS host hotel.
$7500 USD
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Promotional Video
Provide a custom promotional video, 30-45 seconds in length. Video will be shown
at the Forum, once per general session, either pre- or post-session.
$5,000
Hotel Room Keys
Include your company logo on custom room keys.
$5,000 plus design/card cost
Professional Headshots
Brand the photoshoot area during designated headshot time. Receive
additional branding on pre-event headshot promotions, download instruction
cards and email, and online download gallery.
$5,500
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Trade Exchange Happy Hour
Host a one hour happy hour for attendees.
$7,000 per event, includes wine and beer
Water Bottles
Includes logo on water bottles provided to all
attendees.
$7,000, includes cost of bottles
First time Lanyards
available
in 10+ Includes logo on MTS lanyards, distributed at *Photo taken pre-pandemic.
years! registration with MTS badges.
$8,000
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Name Badges
Includes logo on badges, distributed at registration and required for all events.
$8,000
General Session Seat Covers
Your logo on every seat during the Forum!
$8,000, includes the cost of covers
Registration Sponsorship
Operated throughout the week. Your brand will be
seen first by every attendee. Includes:
• (1) gobo light featuring your brand
• (2) video monitors at registration
• (2) kick panels on registration counters
• Logo on carpet in front of registration
• Refreshments at registration (subject to a cap of $5,000)
• Name and logo featured on website and in on-site promotional materials
$15,000
www.mtntrvl.comThank you for your time!
Contact our team for any sponsorship questions or custom opportunities.
We hope to see you next year in Vail, CO!
Lori L. Walton Michael J. Pierson Richard Savage
Program Director Strategic Advisor Director of Sales
785-749-7459 949-500-2090 416-452-0407
lwalton@mtntrvl.com mpierson@mtntrvl.com richard@snowsavvy.ca
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