Message From The Regional Finance Chair
Dear Prospective Partner:
On behalf of Region IV of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), I cordially introduce you to our organization and extend an invitation to partner with us in the 2022–23 fiscal year. NSBE provides numerous opportunities for academic, personal and professional development of our members. We work tirelessly to fill the engineering pipeline to ensure that current and future employers have the highly skilled workforce required to succeed. Our yearlong programs, such as Academic Excellence, the NSBE Retention Program, the NSBE Pre-College Initiative (PCI) Program and the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK), enable us to work toward that goal. Above all, our Regional Leadership Conference (RLC) and our Fall Regional Conference (FRC) provide our members with workshops and leadership training, while giving them access to leading talent-seekers during our FRC Career Fair.
NSBE seeks to develop meaningful and mutually beneficial strategic partnerships with our sponsors. As one of the largest student-governed organizations based in the United States, we provide access to future engineers who possess leadership, professional and technical experience. NSBE is a premiere source of top-tier minority engineering talent. Our sponsorship packages are flexible enough to suit the recruiting and branding needs of your organization. NSBE will work to ensure that your organization, as a strategic partner, will have its vision, mission and goals reflected in our advertising and event planning efforts.
NSBE commits to operating all events and programs in an efficient manner, resulting in a low-cost solution for your recruiting needs. However, we will strive to provide a professionally rendered and upscale experience, always.
Region IV is the “Mother Region” of NSBE, and we are dedicated to driving forward the mission on which NSBE was founded. Region IV comprises chapters and members located in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, Wisconsin, central Africa, eastern Africa and central Canada.
We would love to partner with you during our 2022 Fall Regional Conference to help make NSBE’s dream a reality. This packet serves as an informational guide to the programs, events and sponsorship opportunities available at our FRC this year, but we have other opportunities available. Feel free to contact me to discuss how NSBE can support your organization’s objectives and goals while advancing our mission as well.
With appreciation,
Robert Silinghia
2022 - 2023 Region IV Finance
National Society of Black Engineers
r4Treasurer@nsbe.org | (651) 231-4172
About NSBE
The National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), with more than 24,000 members, is one of the largest student-governed organizations based in the United States. NSBE comprises more than 600 chapters for its collegiate, technical professional and pre-collegiate members in the United States, Africa, Canada and the Caribbean.
NSBE had its genesis in April 1975 on the campus of Purdue University. Its founders were six highly motivated African-American engineering students (Edward A. Coleman, Anthony Harris, Brian Harris, Stanley L. Kirtley, John W. Logan Jr. and George A. Smith) and their faculty advisor, Arthur J. Bond, Ph.D. In 1976, NSBE was incorporated under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code as a nonprofit organization in the State of Texas. NSBE is the world’s premier organization supporting Black Engineers. It is led by a National Executive Board consisting of students pursuing degrees in the STEM fields at the undergraduate and graduate levels. It is also supported by a full-time professional staff at our World Headquarters facility in Alexandria, Virginia.
NSBE’s mission is “to increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.”
Fall Regional Conference Recruitment Sponsorship Opportunities
Diamond Partner \\ $21,000
This partnership level includes:
- Two (2) exhibitor tables at the Career Fair
- Preferred placement on the Career Fair floor
- Three (3) on-site interview booths
- Two (2) workshops subject to content approval
- Twenty (20) complimentary full-access registrations
- Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database
- Ten (10) reserved seats for the Closing Reception
- Logo prominently featured in the NSBE Guide App and at the Opening Session and Closing Reception
- Opportunity to provide the keynote speaker for your choice of the Opening Session or the Closing Reception
- Option to provide a video, up to two (2) minutes in length, to be featured at the Closing Reception
Platinum Partner \\ $15,000
This partnership level includes:
- Two (2) exhibitor tables at the Career Fair
- Two (2) on-site interview booths
- One (1) workshop subject to content approval
- Fifteen (15) complimentary full-access registrations
- Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database
- Logo prominently featured in the NSBE Guide App and at the Opening Session and Closing Reception
Gold Partner \\ $10,000
This partnership level includes:
- One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair
- One (1) on-site interview booth
- Ten (10) complimentary full-access registrations
- Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database
- Logo prominently featured in the NSBE Guide App and at the Opening Session and Closing Reception
Silver Partner \\ $5,000
This partnership level includes:
- One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair
- Five (5) complimentary full-access registrations
- Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database
- Logo featured in the NSBE Guide App
Bronze Partner \\ $4,000
NSBE Board of Corporate Affiliate (BCA) partners receive a complimentary Bronze Partner package!
This partnership level includes:
- One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair
- Four (4) complimentary full-access registrations
- Logo featured in the NSBE Guide App
Nonprofit/Small Business Partner \\ $1,000
This partnership level is exclusive to small business and nonprofit organizations.
This partnership level includes:
- One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair
- Four (4) complimentary full-access registrations
- Logo featured in the NSBE Guide App
College/University Partner \\ $500
This partnership level is exclusive to colleges/universities.
This partnership level includes:
- One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair
- Four (4) complimentary full-access registrations
- Logo featured in the NSBE Guide App
NSBE Region IV Partnership Opportunities
Opening Session \\ $3,500
Opening Session is the official welcome event of the conference. Members attend to receive a welcome from the sponsor and NSBE’s Regional Executive Board as well as an introduction to the conference NSBE Guide App.
Benefits include:
- Naming privileges for the session (i.e., “Opening Session, Sponsored by…”)
- Opportunity to provide a speaker at the event
- Recognition on NSBE Region IV website for the duration of 2022–2023 fiscal year
- Recognition via Region IV social media outlets (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- Six (6) complimentary conference registrations and commemorative gift
Closing Session \\ $3,500
The Closing Banquet is the culminating event of the FRC and occurs on the final night of the conference. The program includes guest speakers, a conference recap and presentations of competition winners and awards.
Benefits include:
- Naming privileges for the session (i.e., “Closing Session, Sponsored by…”)
- Opportunity to provide a speaker at the event
- Recognition on NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition via Region IV social media outlets (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- Six (6) complimentary conference registrations and commemorative gift
General Session \\ $2,500
General Session is the official business meeting for Region IV and occurs the morning of College & Career Fair day.
Benefits include:
- Recognition in the NSBE Guide App as the official sponsor of this event
- Naming privileges for the session (i.e., “General Session, Sponsored by…”)
- Opportunity to provide a speaker at the event
- Recognition on NSBE Region IV website for additional five (5) months after FRC
- Recognition via Region IV social media outlets (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
- Six (6) complimentary conference registrations and commemorative gift
Name Badges \\ $500
Name badges are crucial to conferences, and each conference attendee will be given a name badge upon arrival at FRC. Name badges are required to attend anything conference-related. The sponsor will have a branding opportunity by having their logo included on the badges. Approximately 175 badges will be required.
Benefits include:
- Branding of the organization logo on the badges
- Recognition as sponsors of name badges, with organization logo
- Access to an electronic Resume Book of the Region IV Executive Board
- Recognition via Region IV social media outlets (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Fall Regional Conference (FRC) - Region IV Programming
APEx Reception \\ $2,000
The Academic Pyramid of Excellence (APEx) Reception brings together some of NSBE’s top academic talent for networking and professional development. Students in attendance will have GPAs of 3.0 or higher. Sponsors will receive recognition in the NSBE Guide App as the official sponsor of this event.
Benefits include:
- Naming privileges for APEx Reception (i.e., “APEx Reception, Sponsored by…”)
- Opportunity to provide keynote speaker for the reception
- Opportunity to collect the resumes of APEx students
- Branding on NSBE Region IV website
- Access to Region IV Executive Board Resume Book
Resume Bootcamp \\ $1,000
The FRC attracts many NSBE collegiate members seeking to boost the skills and knowledge necessary to realize NSBE’s mission. This session will ensure they have the skills to develop and assess a great resume in preparation for future careers and internships.
Benefits include:
- Naming privileges for the bootcamp (i.e., Resume Bootcamp, Sponsored by…”)
- Exclusive ability to create database of preferred resumes
- Recognition on NSBE Region IV website
- Engagement session or panel with the Region IV Executive Board and NSBE general members
Company Tours \\ $500
Provide an experience of your facilities and your business, and show how engineering plays an active role in your day-to-day operations. Help us display the real-world applications of engineering and the transition from school to the business world. This will show our NSBE Jr. members how academic success can translate into professional and economic success.
Benefits include:
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at all FRC events, including General Session
- Opportunity to expose students to a possible career path
- Access to all students and volunteers for prospective hires
Graduating Seniors’ Reception \\ $2,000
The Graduating Seniors’ Reception is designed to honor NSBE students who are completing their undergraduate degree programs. The purpose of this event is to celebrate the academic achievements of the students as they prepare for their entry into the workplace or graduate education. This program offers students an opportunity to interact with technical professionals in a social environment that will foster networking, relationship building and mentoring opportunities.
Benefits include:
- Naming privileges for the Graduating Seniors’ Reception (i.e., “Graduating Seniors’ Reception, Sponsored by…”)
- Opportunity to provide keynote speaker for the reception
- Representatives at the event (maximum of six [6] representatives)
- Branding on NSBE Region IV website and social media (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Access to Region IV Executive Board Resume Book
Hospitality Suite \\ $500
A Hospitality Suite is a social/networking event that gives conference attendees the opportunity to learn about your organization and discuss internships, co-ops and/or other career opportunities that may be available.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to promote your organization and interact with potential applicants
Hospitality Suite: International Students \\ $500
A Hospitality Suite is a social/networking event that gives conference attendees the opportunity to learn about your organization and discuss internships, co-ops and/or other career opportunities that may be available for international students.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to promote your organization and interact with potential international applicants
Corporate/College/Museum Tours \\ $3,000
Region IV hosts Corporate/College/Museum Tours for our collegiate and/or PCI students attending the Fall Regional Conference. Tours of a corporate facility, a local university, or a science museum in the vicinity of the Fall Regional Conference provides educational information, inspiration, and encouragement for our membership.
Benefits include:
- Corporate Sponsor will be afforded a great opportunity to showcase your company, university, or city attraction to future engineers.
*Cost of transportation to/from tour location is NOT included in sponsorship cost.
Fall Regional Conference (FRC) - Competitions
Technology Research Exhibition \\ $1,000
The Technical Research Exhibition (TRE) is a competition designed to showcase NSBE members’ skills in technical writing, theoretical research and oral presentation. TRE provides an opportunity for NSBE members to present on a variety of topics, including projects done at school, at work or on their personal time. TRE is held during the FRC and the Annual Convention and is judged by technical professionals.
Benefits include:
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at the FRC Closing Banquet
- Opportunity to provide two judges for the competition
Academic Technical Bowl Competition \\ $1,500
The objective of the Academic Technical Bowl is to encourage and showcase academic excellence and understanding of the fundamental principles of engineering covered in the usual senior engineering standardized tests, for example, the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam or Fundamentals of Surveying Exam. Program participation occurs through healthy competition in a “Jeopardy!”-style game show format with multiple-choice questions. Questions cover a wide variety of topics, from NSBE and African American scientists and inventors history to general engineering and science curricula from the FE/FS. Each team consists of four (4) members and one alternate, who represent their NSBE chapter.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to provide two (2) facilitators for the competition
- Opportunities to network with participants
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at the FRC Closing Banquet
Elevator Pitch Competition \\ $3,000
This competition allows collegiate members to develop their business skills by pitching their businesses or themselves in 30 seconds.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to provide two (2) facilitators for the competition
- Opportunities to network with participants
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at the FRC Closing Banquet
Fall Regional Conference (FRC) - Awards/Scholarships
Regional Awards \\ $2,000
Regional awards are presented to honor collegiate chapters and members for academic excellence, high achievement in regional competitions, fulfillment of NSBE’s mission and meeting the objectives of Region IV.
Benefits include:
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at the FRC Closing Banquet
- Naming privileges for the award
NSBE Travel Scholarship \\ $2,500
The travel scholarship will give members an opportunity to attend conferences held by NSBE. The conferences available for these scholarships include the Region IV FRC and the Annual Convention. The sponsor and the Regional Finance Zone will decide the criteria for the scholarship applications.
Benefits include:
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at the FRC Closing Banquet
- Opportunity to provide two (2) judges on the selection committee
NSBE Jr. Scholarship \\ $1,000
One of the primary objectives of NSBE’s Pre-Collegiate Initiative (PCI) Program is to encourage students in grades 3–12 to pursue degrees in engineering and other technical fields. This scholarship is awarded to NSBE Jr. members in middle school or high school who have excelled academically and expressed an interest in pursuing a career in engineering or related fields. As part of our membership drive, the scholarship also enables us to retain former NSBE Jr. members when they go to college, while providing a much-needed service to students in need of financial aid.
Benefits include:
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition of the sponsor in the scholarship letter and on the NSBE Region IV website as the official sponsor of this scholarship
Fall Regional Conference (FRC) - NSBE Jr. Programming
Try-Math-A-Lon (NSBE JR. Competition) \\ $1,000
The Try-Math-A-Lon (TMAL) competition is held between teams composed of high school students in grades 9–12 in every NSBE region throughout the year. The purpose of the competition is to help groom participants for success in STEM courses and prepare them for SAT/ACT testing. TMAL also measures the teams’ ability to solve a real-world engineering problem. The winners on the regional level move on to compete against other regions for the national title.
Benefits include:
- Link to the sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Recognition at the FRC Closing Banquet
- Opportunity to provide two judges for the competition
College Tour \\ $500
Display the vast academic opportunities of your college or university located in Region IV, and give your admissions department access to potential STEM students.
Benefits include:
- Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region IV website
- Opportunity to become a school of choice for high school students
- Opportunity to build brand awareness of your institution
- Opportunity to provide insight into your institution in an intimate setting
Fall Regional Conference (FRC) - Branding Opportunities
Conference Bags and Lanyards \\ $5,000
Conference attendees are provided with a laptop/book bag as a memorabilia item for attending the conference. The bag will include the NSBE logo, conference date, location and partner’s name and logo. The lanyards are used to identify conference attendees and monitor participation at various events.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity for branding by placement of sponsor’s logo on the bags and lanyards
- Recognition of the sponsor on the Region IV website, with organization name and logo
Conference Planning Committee Polo Shirts \\ $300
It is important that those organizing and facilitating the Fall Regional Conference be easily identifiable to the attendees for a variety of informational and safety reasons. Polo shirts will serve as a uniform for the Conference Planning Committee during the conference to facilitate easy identification of committee members.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity for branding by placement of sponsor’s name and logo on the polo shirt sleeves
- Recognition as an official sponsor of the Conference Planning Committee uniform on the Region IV website, with organization name and logo
Region IV Yearlong Engagement
Region IV Town Hall \\ $1,000
The Region IV Town Hall meeting gives the Regional Executive Board a chance to interact with NSBE general members, provide regional and national updates, convey information on a professional development topic and create a fun and safe space for attendees to be themselves.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to engage in candid discussions with students
- Opportunity to direct students to potential job opportunities
- Naming privileges for the Town Hall (i.e., “Region IV Town Hall, Sponsored by…”)
- Recognition via Region IV social media outlets (Twitter, Instagram, etc.)
Undergraduate School Workshop \\ $1,000
This event provides an opportunity to promote your organization and interact with potential applicants.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to recruit potential undergraduate students
- Branding on Region IV social media outlets (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)
Graduate School Workshop \\ $1,000
This session provides an opportunity to promote your institution and interact with potential applicants.
Benefits include:
- Opportunity to recruit potential graduate students
- Branding on Region IV social media outlets (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.)
How to Partner With NSBE Region IV
Submit Your Commitment Today!
Partnerships/sponsorships will not be recognized or invoiced until the NSBE Commitment Form has been completed. Should your organization have a contract to be reviewed, please submit this to the NSBE Commitment Form as well. If you have any trouble completing the form, please email national_partnerships@nsbe.org or reach out to your NSBE planning contact.
Please fill out the commitment form here!
Payment, Cancellation and Refund Policies
ALL payments must be received no later than Oct. 19, 2022. Invoices that remain unpaid after Oct. 19, 2022 will be subject to having their associated sponsorship forfeited. ANY outstanding invoice(s) after this date will prohibit entrance to the career fair and/or college fair/graduate school fair floor(s). Additional items purchased after Oct. 19, 2022 are due upon receipt and will require a credit card payment only. NOTE: No other form of payment will be honored after this date (with the exception of forms mailed in along with a check with prior approval).
- A 10% late fee will be assessed on all payments made after Oct. 19, 2022.
- A 25% cancellation fee will be applied for any sponsorship cancellations after Oct. 27, 2022. This includes paid and unpaid invoices.
- There will be NO refunds after Oct. 27, 2022.
Questions about payments should be submitted to accounting@nsbe.org.