Sponsorships

Partner with the convening that shapes the future of classical music.

SphinxConnect is the largest and longest-standing global gathering of The Sphinx Organization — three days of learning, connection, and bold ideas that advance excellence and inclusion in the classical music industry.

CONVENING
January 2027

LOCATION
Detroit, MI

FORMAT
In-Person + Virtual

30+

Sessions designed to inspire, ignite action, and spark collaboration

90+

Speakers, including industry luminaries and trailblazers

10K

Leaders in our community database

3

Days of immersive convening in the heart of Detroit

WHY PARTNER WITH SPHINXCONNECT

A platform with reach, resonance, and real impact.

SphinxConnect offers corporate partners a singular opportunity to engage a passionate, influential community while contributing to the long-term revitalization of Detroit.

i. Build Visibility

Connect with artists, arts leaders, educators, administrators, and the future decision-makers who will define the next era of classical music.

ii. Drive Economic Growth

Help fuel meaningful economic growth in Detroit, strengthening local businesses and contributing to the long-term revitalization of our community.

iii. Demonstrate Leadership

Showcase your commitment to leadership, opportunity, and innovation in the arts alongside one of the industry's most respected institutions.

PREMIUM VISIBILITY SPONSORSHIP TIERS

Choose the level of partnership that's right for you.

Our packaged opportunities are designed to deliver maximum brand impact and meaningful engagement with our distinctive audience of arts leaders and changemakers.

Premier Sponsor
$200,000

The most prominent and exclusive partnership — your brand at the heart of every attendee’s experience.

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EXCLUSIVE BRANDING

  • Exclusive branding on attendee badges and lanyards

DIGITAL & ON-SITE ADVERTISING

  • Premier logo placement across digital and on-site assets

  • Premium placement in pre-event and event email campaigns

  • Prominent visibility on dynamic on-site lobby displays

ENGAGEMENT

  • Dedicated branded email feature to the Sphinx community

  • Recognition from the main stage

  • Curated sponsor engagement opportunity with attendees or invited leaders

Signature Partner
$150,000

EXCLUSIVE BRANDING

  • Exclusive branding rights for a major event element

DIGITAL & ON-SITE ADVERTISING

  • Premium email banner placement

  • Dynamic scrolling lobby display placement

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Dedicated recognition in the conference app

  • One branded community email feature

  • Recognition in sponsor slides and verbal acknowledgment during the event

BECOME A SIGNATURE PARTNER

Leadership Partner
$100,000

EXCLUSIVE BRANDING

  • Branding on a high-traffic attendee experience

DIGITAL & ON-SITE ADVERTISING

  • Digital banner placement in the official conference app

  • Recognition on event signage and websit

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Sponsor recognition in selected app messaging or notifications

  • Inclusion in sponsor recognition slides

  • Association with a speaker- or leadership-facing hospitality event

BECOME A LEADERSHIP PARTNER

Session Sponsor
$50,000

EXCLUSIVE BRANDING

  • Sponsorship of a breakout session track or featured session series

DIGITAL & ON-SITE ADVERTISING

  • Premium email banner placement

  • Logo on session signage and slides

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Recognition in the conference app

  • Acknowledgment by a session moderator

  • Inclusion on sponsor recognition materials

BECOME A SESSION SPONSOR

Community Partner
$25,000

EXCLUSIVE BRANDING

  • On-site recognition connected to a selected event feature

DIGITAL & ON-SITE ADVERTISING

  • Logo placement on sponsor materials and event website

  • Digital banner in the conference app

  • Recognition on shared sponsor signage

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

  • Acknowledgment in one event email

BECOME A COMMUNITY PARTNER

A LA CARTE OPPORTUNITIES

Targeted advertising to leaders in the arts.

Leverage Sphinx's digital reach to connect directly with the people defining the future of classical music.

Premium Email Banners

Reach our database of over 10,000 leaders across the classical music industry.

Dedicated Community Email Blasts

Direct, branded communication to the full Sphinx community database.

Digital Banners — Conference App

Place your message within the official SphinxConnect conference app.

Dynamic Scrolling Lobby Displays

Make a powerful on-site visual impression in our high-traffic event lobby.

Customized Sponsorship Packages

We're pleased to tailor a specific package that aligns with your organization's goals and budget. Customized plans may bundle categories from our standard offerings or secure exclusive access opportunities.

30

YEARS OF SPHINX LEGACY

10K+

INDUSTRY LEADERS REACHED

90+

FEATURED SPEAKERS

1

DETROIT | JANUARY 2027

BECOME A SPONSOR

Let's shape the future, together.

Whether you'd like to explore our packaged tiers or build a custom partnership, our team is ready to help you find the right opportunity.