2. WHO WE ARE:
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated had its humble beginnings as the vision of nine
college students on the campus of Howard University in 1908. Since then, the sorority has
flourished into a globally-impactful organization of over 265,000 college-trained members,
bound by the bonds of sisterhood and empowered by a commitment to servant- leadership
that is both domestic and international in its scope.
As Alpha Kappa Alpha has grown, it has maintained its focus in two key areas: the life-
long personal and professional development of each of its members and galvanizing its
membership into an organization of respected power and influence, consistently at the
forefront of effective advocacy and social change that result in equality and equity for all
citizens of the world.
The South Central Region, established in 1924, is comprised of more than 8,000 active
members with more than 100 undergraduate and graduate chapters located in the four-state
region of Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico and Texas.
WHEN/WHERE IS THE CONFERENCE:
The 85th South Central Regional Conference will take place on March 16-19, 2017 in
Shreveport, Louisiana. The primary conference venue is the Shreveport Convention
Center located in the heart of downtown and is the second largest convention center in
Louisiana and the largest in the tri-state area known as the Ark-La-Tex.
WHY PARTNER:
The South Central Regional Conference is the prime opportunity to maximize your
company’s visibility, create avenues for new customers and recruit college
trained/graduates for careers with your organization. The more than 4,000 conferees are
all either undergraduate students (23%) or college graduates (76%) and most hold
multiple degrees. Guest registration (Spouses, Children, etc.) account for 1% of
conference registrants. Educators, Entrepreneurs, Executives, Medical Professionals,
Non-Profit Leaders, Stay-at-Home Moms & Retirees, the career composition of our
attendees is diverse. Internal survey responses indicate well-above average annual
household incomes with significant discretionary income.
According to Nielsen:
 The economic buying power of Women of Color is $1 trillion.
 African-American Women make up $524 Billion of that $1 trillion.
 Today 56% of all Women of Color are single and the primary decision maker in their
households. The purchasing power of women isundeniable.
 Women: Purchase 94% of all home furnishing products. Are responsible for 92% of all
vacation decision. Account for 51% of consumer electronic sales and 89% influence the
decision to open a new bank account.

3. 2017 REGIONAL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
ALL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Listing in Conference Souvenir Journal* • Recognition at Public Luncheon • Logo on
conference sponsorship signage • Logo on Video Loop in General Session • Logo displayed
on website header image • Logo/listing on social media sites • Logo/listing on pre & post
conference emails to registrants • 1 promotional insert in conference bag
PRESENTING SPONSOR - $25,000
 Premier size/location of exhibit space in the VendorMarketplace
 4 preferred guestrooms at conference hotel will be reserved for your use during the
official conference dates (sponsor pays for rooms).
 Use of meeting room, if requested, for interviews, meet & greet or other small event
needs (sponsor responsible for any food, beverage and A/Vcharges)
 Assigned conference concierge to assist with special needs
 Conference will send email, if requested, to target demographic with introductionto
company, product, service or information on careeropportunities
 Up to 5 minutes of podium time at a meal function including video
 Verbal recognition at all conference functions
 6 reserved premiere seating tickets to the Public Luncheon
 Award Presentation to Honoree of choice at the Public Luncheon
 Sponsorship Award Presentation at the Public Luncheon
 6 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Welcome Reception
 6 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Closing Gala
 4 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Regional Director’s VIP Dinner
 Passes for 2 players to participate in conference golf tournament
 Full Page Ad in the Conference Souvenir Journal
 Priority placement recognizing sponsorship level on website, conference app,social
media sites, conference publications and all other conference materials
 Opportunity to provide branding items for event attendees

4. 2016 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
ALL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Listing in Conference Souvenir Journal* • Recognition at Public Luncheon • Logo on
conference sponsorship signage • Logo on Video Loop in General Session • Logo displayed
on website header image • Logo/listing on social media sites • Logo/listing on pre & post
conference emails to registrants • 1 promotional insert in conference bag
DIAMOND SPONSOR - $15,000
 Premier size/location of exhibit space in the Vendor Marketplace
 3 preferred guestrooms at conference hotel will be reserved for your use during the
official conference dates (sponsor pays for rooms).
 Use of meeting room, if requested, for interviews, meet & greet or other small event
needs (sponsor responsible for any food, beverage and A/V charges)
 Assigned conference concierge to assist with special needs
 Conference will send email, if requested, to target demographic with introductionto
company, product, service or information on career opportunities
 Verbal recognition at all conference functions
 3 reserved premiere seating tickets to the Public Luncheon
 Award Presentation to Honoree of choice at the PublicLuncheon
 Sponsorship Award Presentation at the Public Luncheon
 4 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Welcome Reception
 2 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Closing Gala
 2 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Regional Director’s VIP Dinner
 Full Page Ad in the Conference Souvenir Journal
 Priority placement recognizing sponsorship level on website, conference app,social
media sites, conference publications and all other conference materials
 Opportunity to provide branding items for event attendees

5. 2016 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
ALL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Listing in Conference Souvenir Journal* • Recognition at Public Luncheon • Logo on
conference sponsorship signage • Logo on Video Loop in General Session • Logo
displayed on website header image • Logo/listing on social media sites • Logo/listing on
pre & post conference emails to registrants • 1 promotional insert in conference bag
GOLD SPONSOR - $10,000
 Premier size/location of exhibit space in the VendorMarketplace
 2 preferred guestrooms at conference hotel will be reserved for your use during the
official conference dates (sponsor pays for rooms).
 Use of meeting room, if requested, for interviews, meet & greet or other small event
needs (sponsor responsible for any food, beverage and A/V charges)
 Assigned conference concierge to assist with special needs
 Conference will send email, if requested, to target demographic with introductionto
company, product, service or information on careeropportunities
 Verbal recognition at all conference mal functions
 2 reserved premiere seating tickets to the Public Luncheon
 Sponsorship Award Presentation at the Public Luncheon
 2 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Welcome Reception
 2 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Regional Director’s VIP Dinner
 Full Page Ad in the Conference Souvenir Journal
 Priority placement recognizing sponsorship level on website, conference app,social
media sites, conference publications and all other conference materials
 Opportunity to provide branding items for event attendees

6. 2016 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
ALL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Listing in Conference Souvenir Journal* • Recognition at Public Luncheon • Logo on
conference sponsorship signage • Logo on Video Loop in General Session • Logo
displayed on website header image • Logo/listing on social media sites • Logo/listing on
pre & post conference emails to registrants • 1 promotional insert in conference bag
SILVER SPONSOR - $5,000
 Premier size/location of exhibit space (standard 10x10 size) in the
Vendor Marketplace
 2 preferred guestrooms at conference hotel will be reserved for your use during
the official conference dates (sponsor pays for rooms).
 Assigned conference concierge to assist with special needs
 Verbal recognition at all conference mal functions
 2 reserved premiere seating tickets to the Public Luncheon
 Sponsorship Award Presentation at the Public Luncheon
 2 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Welcome Reception
 1 Reserved premiere seating tickets to the Regional Director’s VIP Dinner
 Full Page Ad in the Conference Souvenir Journal
 Priority placement recognizing sponsorship level on website, conference app,
social media sites, conference publications and all other conferencematerials
 Opportunity to provide branding items for event attendees

7. PLEASE SEE A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF A FEW CONFERENCE
EXPERIENCES THAT PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR BRAND
EXPOSURE:
Diamond/Golden/Silver Cocktail Reception
WHAT: Recognition and celebration of members reaching milestones of 25, 50 and 75
years of membership
WHEN: Thursday, March 16, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 700. Ticketed Event
Public Luncheon
WHAT: Honors local citizens who have achieved success and demonstrated a
commitment to bettering the community through service.
WHEN: Friday, March 17, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 1000. Open to registrants and community representatives
Welcome Reception
WHAT: Welcome gala hosted by the local chapters. Features food/entertainment with a
local flair.
WHEN: Thursday, March 16, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 3,000; Open to All Registrants.
Legacy Breakfast
WHAT: Celebration of our intergenerational members with a focus on connection
through familial or college ties. Highlights include the legacy fashion parade.
WHEN: Friday, March 17, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 500. Ticketed Event
Regional Director’s VIP Dinner
WHAT: Exclusive and intimate dinner in honor of the Regional Director. Guests
include International and Regional Leadership, Community Representatives, Sponsors
and other Special Guests.
WHEN: Friday, March 17, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 200. Invitation Only Event

8. AKApollo Talent/Step Show
WHAT: One of the most highly anticipated conference events is the annual talent and
step-show. Collegiate and alumnae members showcase their diverse array of talents in
an Apollo Theater Style Competition. Proceeds benefit the Educational Advancement
Foundation and are used to provide both merit and need-based scholarships for college
students.
WHEN: Friday, March 17, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 2,500. Ticketed Event
Undergraduate Scholarship Luncheon
WHAT: Undergraduate Members and the contributions they have made to improve
their campuses are the focus of this event. Scholars with 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0 GPAs are also
recognized.
WHEN: Saturday, March 18, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 900. Ticketed Event
Closing Gala
WHAT: This formal dinner with live music and other entertainment is the conference
grand farewell event.
WHEN: Saturday, March 18, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 3,500+. Open to all Attendees and Registered Guests.
Ecumenical Service
WHAT: Non-denominational worship service.
WHEN: Sunday, March 19, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 900. Open to All Registrants.
Sensational Send-Off Gospel Brunch
WHAT: Attendees will be able to enjoy a fabulous gospel brunch before departing back
to their respective homes.
WHEN: Sunday, March 19, 2017
WHO: Attendance: 500. Ticketed Event

9. CONFERENCE SWAG BAGS
 Items are available for inclusion in the conference bag received by each attendee.
A minimum of 4,000 items is requested.
 Opportunities for premium gift item donations for very special conference guests
are available in requested quantities of 50, 100 or 250 items.
More Sponsorship Opportunities
We’re truly open to all suggestions and would be delighted to work with you to
tailor something truly sensational and specific just for you.
We’ve prepared a list of additional a la carte sponsorships you may also be interested
in:
•Conference Refreshment Breaks •Conference Bag Inserts
•Souvenir Journal Advertising •Workshop Refreshments
•Conference Souvenirs •Awards
•Meal Function Favors •Music
•Tours/Excursions •Hospitality Suites
•Men’s/Guest Activities •Technology / Conf. App
•Featured Speaker •Special Entertainment
•Cyber Café •Lanyards
•Very Special Guest Gifts •Charging Stations
•Children’s Hospitality / Activities •Charging Stations
•Undergraduate Attendee Registration
IN-KIND SPONSORSHIPS ARE ALSO AVAILABLE