The Vermont Development Conference is the must-attend event for professionals shaping the future of Vermont’s development landscape! Hosted by White + Burke Real Estate Advisors, this premier gathering brings together 300 industry leaders for a full day of dynamic sessions, thought leadership, and unmatched networking.

In its 12th year, the conference dives into the hottest topics that impact Vermont's real estate and land use sectors – from zoning and regulatory hurdles to cutting-edge sustainability initiatives and economic growth strategies. Expect a full day of expert-led discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and the chance to connect with the brightest minds driving Vermont's development and land use. Don’t miss your opportunity to stay ahead of market trends, make meaningful connections, and play a role in shaping the future of Vermont.

Municipal Sponsorship is a limited opportunity to expand access and representation at the Vermont Development Conference by subsidizing attendance for up to 35 municipal representatives from across the state and strengthening dialogue between Vermont’s public and private sectors. This sponsorship positions your organization as a visible, forward-thinking partner in public-private collaboration while offering premium recognition, engagement, and networking opportunities throughout the conference.  

• Subsidized registration for up to 35 municipal representatives from across Vermont
• Company logo featured prominently on badges for municipally sponsored attendees
• Full-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• Acknowledgement from the stage during both the opening and closing general sessions
• Opportunity to place company materials at sessions within a related track
• Logo signage on municipal-focused lunchtime table topics
• Exclusive invitation to the VIP Dinner the night before the event
• Company name displayed in the event app
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• Company logo featured in pre-event and post-event email communications
• One tagged social media post
• Two complimentary conference passes
• 50% discount on up to eight additional regularly priced conference passes
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Event App Sponsorship puts your brand in front of every attendee, all day long, through the primary tool they rely on to navigate the conference, access schedules, and receive updates. With exclusive logo placement inside the event app and on all app-generated communications, this sponsorship delivers constant, unavoidable visibility at the exact moments attendees are paying attention.

• Exclusive company logo placement within the event app
• Exclusive company logo featured on all communications sent from the event app before and during the conference
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• One complimentary conference pass
• 25% discount on up to four additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Alternative Energy Sponsorship places your brand at the center of one of the most consistently visited areas of the conference. By sponsoring the coffee stations, your organization gains repeated visibility during natural gathering moments throughout the day.

• Exclusive sign placement on all coffee stations
• Opportunity to display promotional materials or items on all coffee stations
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• Company logo prominently displayed in the event app
• Social media promotion
• One complimentary conference pass
• 25% discount on up to four additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

• Inclusion of company logo on selected print material and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website for increased visibility
• Company logo on email correspondence, both pre-event and post-event
• One tagged social media post
• One complimentary conference pass included 
• A 25% discount on a total of four additional regularly priced passes

Platinum Sponsorship offers the highest level of visibility and influence at the Vermont Development Conference, positioning your organization as a leading voice in Vermont’s development community. This premier sponsorship level provides unmatched access, recognition, and industry exclusivity, along with opportunities to showcase your expertise directly to a highly engaged audience of industry leaders.

• Speaking opportunity at one general session
• Industry exclusivity at this sponsorship level
• Acknowledgement from the stage during both the opening and closing general sessions
• Access to the attendee list, including contact information
• Exclusive invitation to the VIP Dinner the night before the event
• Opportunity to place company materials at one session
• Full-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• VIP seating provided at all general sessions
• Company name displayed in the event app
• Inclusion of company logo on the cover of the attendee packet
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage, including badges
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website and conference registration page
• Company logo featured in pre-event and post-event email communications
• One tagged social media post
• Two complimentary conference passes
• 50% discount on up to eight additional regularly priced conference passes
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Keynote Sponsorship aligns your organization directly with the conference’s featured keynote speaker and keynote address, placing your brand alongside the event’s most high-profile presentation. This sponsorship provides conference-wide visibility during the session that draws the full audience together.

• Speaking opportunity at the keynote session to introduce the keynote speaker
• Acknowledgement from the stage during both the opening and closing general sessions
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• Company logo prominently displayed in the event app
• Prominent placement of company logo on pre-event and post-event email communications
• Exclusive invitation to the VIP Dinner the night before the event
• Two complimentary conference passes
• 50% discount on up to eight additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• VIP Seating at the keynote session
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Cocktail Reception Sponsorship places your organization at the center of one of the conference’s most highly attended and social networking moments. This sponsorship delivers standout brand visibility during a relaxed, high-energy setting where meaningful connections are made among industry leaders and attendees.

• Name and recognition included in all mentions of the cocktail reception
• Banner or signage prominently placed on two bar setups
• 150 drink tickets to distribute with your company logo
• Company logo featured on drink tickets distributed to each attendee at registration
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• Company logo prominently displayed in the event app
• One complimentary conference pass 
• 25% discount on up to four additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Technology Sponsorship positions your organization at the center of the conference experience by supporting the essential tools attendees rely on throughout the day. This sponsorship delivers high-visibility brand recognition through technology touchpoints that are used frequently and noticed by every participant.

• Exclusive company logo placement on the charging and email station accessible to all attendees
• Company name exclusively provided as the wireless internet access code
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• Company logo prominently displayed in the event app
• One complimentary conference pass
• 25% discount on up to four additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Lanyard Sponsorship provides consistent, all-day brand visibility by placing your logo directly on the lanyards worn by every attendee. With exclusive placement on a conference essential used from check-in through the final session, your brand remains highly visible throughout the event.

• Exclusive placement of company logo on lanyards distributed to and worn by all attendees throughout the full-day conference
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• Company logo prominently displayed in the event app
• Social media promotion
• One complimentary conference pass
• 25% discount on up to four additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

Wayfinding Sponsorship provides highly visible brand exposure at the moments attendees are arriving, navigating, and moving throughout the conference space. By aligning your brand with clear direction and ease of movement, this sponsorship ensures consistent visibility from first impression through the full day.

• Company logo prominently featured on all parking-related information
• Company logo showcased on directional floor graphics exclusively designed for VDC
• Half-page ad in the printed booklet distributed onsite to all attendees
• One complimentary conference pass 
• 25% discount on up to four additional regularly priced conference passes
• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Prominent display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Inclusion of company logo on select print materials and event signage
• Linked company logo placement on the conference website
• One tagged social media post
• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for exhibit table placement based on sponsorship level and availability

• Inclusion of company logo in the attendee packet
• Display of company logo on sponsor presentation slides during general sessions
• Exclusive exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting in a prime location
• Priority selection for table placement, based on a first-come, first-served basis within the corresponding sponsorship level
• Does not include attendee tickets

NOTE: pending space availability

• Exhibit table featuring a 6’ table with skirting
• Company name displayed in the event app
• Does not include attendee tickets

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