Region VI Partnership Guide

Message From The Fall Regional Conference Chair

Dear Prospective Partner:

My name is Chidera Okonkwo, and on behalf of Region VI of the National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), I am thrilled to introduce you to our organization and extend an invitation to partner with us in the 2023–24 fiscal year. NSBE provides unparalleled opportunities for academic, personal and professional development of our members, and we are committed to fostering a highly skilled workforce that drives success in the field of engineering. By joining forces with NSBE, you have the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the engineering career pipeline and tap into a remarkable talent pool. Furthermore, with our 50th Annual Convention (#NSBE50) approaching, Region VI is offering unique partnership opportunities that will let you engrave your name in NSBE’s history. 

Throughout the year, NSBE’s comprehensive programs, such as Academic Excellence, the NSBE Retention Program, the NSBE Pre-College Initiative (PCI) Program and the Summer Engineering Experience for Kids (SEEK) are instrumental in propelling our mission forward. By supporting NSBE, you become an active participant in these initiatives, contributing to the cultivation of diverse and skilled engineering professionals. Our Regional Leadership Conference (RLC) and Fall Regional Conference (FRC) serve as flagship events, offering unparalleled workshops and leadership training to our members. Notably, the FRC Career Fair provides sponsors with exclusive access to exceptional talent, making it an invaluable platform for talent-seekers to engage with top-tier minority engineering prospects. By partnering with us, your organization will have a unique opportunity to connect with these promising individuals and cultivate a pipeline of diverse talent aligned with your vision and goals. 

NSBE is committed to building meaningful and mutually beneficial strategic partnerships with our sponsors. As one of the largest student-governed organizations in the United States, we offer access to emerging STEM professionals who possess outstanding leadership, professional and technical skills. Our sponsorship packages are highly flexible, allowing for tailored solutions to meet your recruiting and branding needs. NSBE will ensure that your organization’s vision, mission and goals are well reflected in our advertising and event planning efforts, maximizing your impact and visibility. 

We understand the importance of operating events and programs in an efficient and cost-effective manner, without compromising the quality and professionalism of the experience. At NSBE, we strive to deliver a seamless and upscale experience for all our stakeholders, providing a remarkable return on investment for our sponsors. 

Region VI includes chapters and members spanning Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and western Canada. By establishing a partnership with Region VI, you gain access to the boundless talent and energy of this dynamic community, while simultaneously supporting the broader mission and vision upon which NSBE was established. 

Our region is the nation’s hub for innovation and brilliance. Becoming a Region VI partner provides a unique opportunity for you to engage with a pool of highly skilled and motivated individuals. It’s more than just a partnership; it’s a shared commitment to the pursuit of engineering excellence, diversity and empowerment. 

Thank you very much for your time and consideration.  

Sincerely,  

Chidera Okonkwo 

Region VI Fall Regional Conference Chair

National Society of Black Engineers

r6frc@nsbe.org | (516) 655-0859 

About Region VI

Membership Breakdown

• Collegiate: 1,074
• NSBE Jr.: 387 (pre-collegiate)
• Professional: 322
• Lifetime: 47
• Total: 1,830

According to U.S. News & World Report’s 2023 listing, seven of the top 25 engineering programs in the nation are located within Region VI. Our members work in a diverse set of STEM disciplines, as reflected in the wide range of the academic degrees of our members: electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, civil engineering, chemical engineering, industrial engineering, biomedical engineering and sustainability engineering.

About the Fall Regional Conferences

NSBE Fall Regional Conferences (FRCs) provide your organization with the opportunity to source candidates on a local level and help achieve your fall recruitment needs. Combining education, networking and job opportunities, FRCs provide your organization with the chance to recruit Black Engineers from your regional communities.

Each FRC includes a Career Fair, which allows organizations to recruit the best and brightest STEM and engineering talent. These unique, region-targeted events are the perfect place to match qualified candidates to your open positions and internships on a national level, as well as at your regional and district offices. They allow students to find local job opportunities and are ideal for local employers looking to recruit top tale

Fall Regional Conference Recruitment Sponsorship Opportunities

Platinum Partner | $20,000

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 
• Ten (10) complimentary full-access registrations  
• Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database  
• Logo prominently featured in the NSBE conference app  
• Recognized during Opening Session and Closing Banquet

 Gold Partner | $15,000

This partnership level includes:

• Two (2) exhibitor tables at the Career Fair  
• One (1) on-site interview booth  
• Seven (7) complimentary full-access registrations  
• Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database  
• Logo prominently featured in the NSBE conference app, and at the Opening Session and Closing Banquet 

Silver Partner | $10,000

This partnership level includes:

• One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair  
• One (1) interview booth 
• Five (5) complimentary full-access registrations  
• Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database  
• Logo featured in the NSBE conference app 

Bronze Partner | $5,000

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  
• Two (2) complimentary full-access registrations  
• Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database  
• Logo featured in the NSBE conference app 

 Small Business/Local Government Partner | $1,000*  

*Rate applies only to small businesses and/or state, city and other municipal government agencies. A small business is defined as a company operating with fewer than 200 employees whose gross annual revenue is less than $1 million. 

This partnership level includes:

• One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair  
• Two (2) complimentary full-access registrations  
• Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database  
• Logo featured in the NSBE conference app 

College/University/Nonprofit Partner | $1,000*  

*Rate applies only to colleges, universities and 501(c)3 organizations that are recruiting for undergraduate and graduate students. 

This partnership level includes:

• One (1) exhibitor table at the Career Fair  
• Two (2) complimentary full-access registrations  
• Three (3) months of access to the NSBE Career Center Resume Database  
• Logo featured in the NSBE conference app 

 Career Fair Additions

• Additional Exhibit Table| $1,000 
• Interview Booth | $500 
• Exhibitor Career Fair Registration | $300

Fall Regional Conference Sponsorship Opportunities 

Fall Regional Conference – Business Sessions  

General Session | $7,500 

The General Session is the official business meeting for Region VI and occurs the morning of College & Career Fair Day. This is the most-attended speaking event and is the lead-in to the Career Fair, which is the most popular activity of the Fall Regional Conference.  

Benefits:   

• Broadened reach to Fall Regional Conference attendees 
• Recognition in the Fall Regional Conference Program Booklet 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 VI website  
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)  
• Four (4) complimentary conference registrations and commemorative gift

Opening Session | $5,000 

The 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 agenda.  

Benefits:  

• Recognition in the Fall Regional Conference Program Booklet as the official sponsor of this event  
• Naming privileges for the session (“Opening Session, sponsored by…”) 
• Opportunity to provide a speaker at the event  
• Recognition on NSBE Region VI website  
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 
• Four (4) complimentary conference registrations and commemorative gift  

Closing Session | $5,000 

The Closing Session 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:

• Recognition in the Fall Regional Conference Program Booklet as the official sponsor of this event  
• Naming privileges for the session (i.e., “Closing Session, sponsored by…”) 
• Opportunity to provide a speaker at the event  
• Recognition on NSBE Region VI website  
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 
• Four (4) complimentary conference registrations and commemorative gift 

Fall Regional Conference – Region VI Programming  

APEx Reception | $2,000 + Cost of Food & Beverage 

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.

Benefits:

• Naming privileges for APEx Reception (“APEx Reception, sponsored by…”) 
• Opportunity to provide keynote speaker for the reception  
• Opportunity to collect the resumes of APEx students  
• Branding on NSBE Region VI website  
• Access to Region VI Executive Board Resume Book 
• Recognition in the Fall Regional Conference Program Booklet as the official sponsor of this event  

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:

• Naming privileges for the bootcamp (i.e., “Resume Bootcamp, sponsored by…”) 
• Exclusive ability to create database of preferred resumes  
• Recognition on NSBE Region VI website  
• Engagement session or panel with the Region VI Executive Board and NSBE general members  

Company Tour | $1,500 + Cost of Transportation 

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 professional world.  

Benefits include:

• Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region VI 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 | $1,000 + Cost of Food & Beverage 

Hospitality Suite | $750 + Cost of Food & Beverage 

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 meet with potential applicants  
• Opportunity to brand the room 
• Access to Region VI Executive Board Resume Book  

Hospitality Suite: International Students | $750 + Cost of Food & Beverage 

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  
• Opportunity to brand the room 
• Access to Region VI Executive Board Resume Book 

NSBE Debaters | $1,000 

Teams will compete against each other, and their performances will be judged by content, style and strategy. The winning team will receive an award. The purpose of the event is to train and educate participants about matters of concern to society while advocating an effective method of resolving them. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to provide two (2) facilitators for this competition 
• Opportunity to provide prizes to winner 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Engineering Pathways Workshop | $1,000 

This lead panel, workshop or training will introduce members to different engineering discipline and majors, and the career pathways after degree. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Opportunity to provide panel speakers for the event 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Mentoring 101: For Graduating Seniors and Technical Professionals | $1,000 

Looking for a soft landing in your first or next position? Looking to make connections in that new metro area? This program will familiarize graduating seniors and young technical professionals with mentorship resources available to them both nationally and in the local areas where they plan to work.

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Opportunity to provide panel speakers for the event 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

NSBE Retention Program Forum | $1,000 

The NSBE Retention Program Forum is an event that allows for the flow of knowledge from chapter to chapter on the topic of retaining members in their academic degree programs. Also, we will discuss how to better shape the Retention Program and any feedback to be given. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with members
• Opportunity to provide volunteers and speakers for the event
• Recognition in NSBE Region VI social media outlets (Instagram and Twitter)

A Walk for Education \\ $1,000

A Walk for Education is an event that aims to increase awareness of the opportunities available through education particularly in the STEM fields and to shatter myths about African Americans in math, science, engineering, and other technologies. AWFE has historically been a chapter-based event in which NSBE members go door to door in underserved Black communities to hand out information on college, scholarship information, SAT/ACT preparation tools, and share information on the benefits of majoring in STEM field. Various chapter event AWFEs have included a STEM fair, Engineering in Society workshops, and similar programs.

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

NSBE Creates the Future | $1,000 

Given NSBE’s collective skillsets, we have a unique opportunity to empower individuals, communities and cultures worldwide. This event exposes members to the intersection of engineering, innovation and social justice.  

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with members
• Recognition in NSBE Region VI social media outlets (Instagram and Twitter)

Leading in Your Career \\ $1,000

This virtual webinar will take place before the first FRC and is required for "fastlane access" to the career fair floor at all FRCs. Come learn from recruiting professionals do's and don't of the career fair floor.

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Opportunity to provide volunteers and speakers for the event 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Leading in Your Career | $1,000 

This virtual webinar will take place before the first FRC and is required for “fastlane access” to the Career Fair at all FRCs. Come learn from recruiting professionals about do’s and don’ts for the Career Fair floor. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Opportunity to provide volunteers and speakers for the event 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Regional Shadow Initiative | $1,000 

An initiative for NSBE Region VI leaders to get chapter members interested in serving on the Regional Executive Board. The current Region VI board would solicit chapter members for interest and allow those interested members to shadow board members for a period of time at FRC. The shadows should also be invited to one regional board meeting.  

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Recognition in NSBE Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Shadow Initiative Workshop | $1,000 

Participants will discuss and develop one or two essential leadership skills. At the end of the session, participants will discuss expectations for the program throughout the year. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Recognition in NSBE Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)

Scholarship Workshop | $1,000 

The Scholarship Workshop explains NSBE’s GPA verification process and how to apply for NSBE scholarships and provides tips on submitting the best possible applications for scholarships within NSBE and elsewhere. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to network with NSBE members 
• Recognition in NSBE Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)

Customizable Workshop | $1,000 

This opportunity is for an audience of the sponsor’s choosing.  

Benefits include:

• Two (2) complimentary full-access conference registrations 
• Logo displayed during the event. Additional branding and promotional opportunities are a separate cost. 

Fall Regional Conference – Competitions

hackNSBE | $4,000 + Cost of Event Prizes   

Region VI’s signature event, hackNSBE, is geared toward innovative high school and college students. The competition will allow students 24 hours to design solutions to given problems chosen by the sponsor. The program will allow students to interact with sponsor representatives during presentations in which teams will discuss their product and showcase any prototypes. The competition will be divided into high school and college groups, and prizes will be given to the top teams of each group. This is an opportunity for your organization to recruit stellar talent and brand itself with students who have excellent coding skills. The winning team in the college category will be awarded $1,000 and an interview with the sponsoring organization, and the winning team in the high school category will be awarded $500. All participants will be provided a gift of the sponsor’s merchandise. 

Benefits include:

• Increased exposure through naming privileges for the hackathon (i.e., “hackNSBE, sponsored by…”) 
• Opportunity to place representatives on the judging panel 
• Opportunity to pitch a problem for which teams can develop solutions 
• Opportunity to give welcome remarks at the competition (5 to 10-minute speech) 
• Opportunity to provide prizes to winners 
• Opportunity to interview winners 
• Logo and web link on the NSBE Region VI website 

Entrepreneurship/Innovation Pitch Competition | $3,000 + Cost of Prizes 

With this competition, organizations that prioritize innovation will allow collegiate members to showcase their business skills by pitching their ideas related to the sponsor’s efforts and initiatives in 1–2 minutes. (Time is customizable.) The winning pitch will be awarded $500. 

Benefits include:

• Increased exposure through naming privileges for the competition (“Innovation Pitch, sponsored by...”)  
• Promotion of the sponsorship before the conference start date 
• Opportunity to interview winners for employment 
• Opportunity to present awards during Closing Session  

Technical Research Exhibition (Oral) | $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 during their personal time. Members who have performed research in academia or industry are encouraged to participate. 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 VI website 
• Recognition at the FRC Closing Session 
• Opportunity to provide two (2) judges for the competition

Academic Technical Bowl | $1,000 

The objective of the Academic Technical Bowl is to encourage and showcase academic excellence and understanding of the fundamental principles of engineering covered in senior engineering standardized tests such as the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) or Fundamentals of Surveying Exam (FS). 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 members and one alternate, who represent their NSBE chapter.  

Benefits include:

• Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region VI website  
• Recognition at the FRC Closing Session  
• Opportunity to provide two (2) facilitators for the competition  

Fall Regional Conference – Awards/Scholarships 

Regional Awards | $1,000 + Cost of Event Prizes 

Regional awards are presented to honor NSBE Collegiate chapters and members for academic excellence, high achievement in regional competitions, fulfillment of NSBE’s mission and meeting the objectives of Region VI.  

Benefits include:

• Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region VI website and listed in NSBE’s e-newsletter 
• Recognition at the FRC Closing Session  
• Naming privileges for the award 

NSBE Travel Scholarship | $3,000 

The travel scholarship will give members an opportunity to attend conferences held by NSBE. The conferences available for these scholarships include the Region VI FRC and the Annual Convention. The sponsor and the Region VI Finance Zone will decide the criteria for the scholarship applications.  

Benefits include:

• Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region VI website  
• Recognition at the FRC Closing Session  
• Opportunity to provide two (2) judges on the selection committee  

NSBE Jr. Scholarship | $2,000 

One of the primary objectives of NSBE’s Pre-College 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 VI website  
• Recognition of the sponsor in the scholarship award letter and on the NSBE Region VI website as the official sponsor of this scholarship

Fall Regional Conference – NSBE Jr. Programming 

MATHCOUNTS | $1,000 

The MATHCOUNTS competition is a fun and challenging mathematics program designed for teams of four U.S. middle school students to increase their academic and professional opportunities. During the program year, MATHCOUNTS coaches provide thought-provoking, non-routine, fun problems to engage and challenge each participant and make them better problem solvers. 

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to provide (2) facilitators for this competition 
• Opportunity to provide prizes to winner 
• Opportunity for outreach with pre-collegiate students 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Try-Math-A-Lon    | $1,000

Try-Math-A-Lon (TMAL) is a yearlong tutoring program meant to foster good study habits for minority students, groom them for success in STEM courses, help prepare them for standardized exams such as the ACT and SAT, and promote healthy competition and good sportsmanship. The TMAL competition is held between teams of four NSBE Jr. members and one alternate. Each team is composed of high school students in grades 9–10 or 11–12. Participants are provided access to an online mathematics resource to support their yearlong learning. This tool enables students to earn points during the program year, as they engage in various activities.

Benefits include:

• Opportunity to provide (2) judges for the event 
• Opportunity to provide prizes to winner 
• Opportunity for outreach with pre-collegiate students 
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.)  

University Tour | $1,000 

Display the vast academic opportunities of your college or university located in Region VI, and give your admissions department access to potential STEM students.  

Benefits include:

• Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region VI 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 – Branding Opportunities  

Conference Bags and Lanyards | $1,000 + Cost of Items 

Conference attendees are provided with a laptop bag/book bag as a memorabilia item for attending the conference. The bag will be printed with the NSBE logo, conference date, location and partner’s name and logo. The lanyards are used to identify conference attendees and monitor participation in 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 VI website, with organization name and logo  

Customizable Workshop | $1,000 

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 logo on shirt sleeves 
• Recognition as an official sponsor of the Conference Planning Committee uniform on the Region VI website, with organization name and logo’

Regional VI Yearlong Collegiate Engagement

NSBE50 ‘A Walk for Education’ | $5,000 + Cost of Items 

A Walk for Education is an event that aims to increase awareness of the opportunities available through education, particularly in STEM, and seeks to shatter myths about African Americans in math, science, engineering and other STEM fields. AWFE has historically been a chapter-based event in which NSBE members go door to door in underserved Black communities to hand out information about college, scholarships and SAT/ACT preparation tools, and to share information about the benefits of majoring in a STEM field. Past chapter AWFEs have included a STEM fair, Engineering in Society workshops, and similar programs.

Benefits include:

• Recognition as sponsors on merchandise, e.g., T-shirts, water bottles, caps 
• Recognition on NSBE Region VI website  
• Recognition via Region VI social media outlets (LinkedIn, Instagram, etc.) 

Zone Summit | $8,000 + Cost of Food & Beverage 

The Zone Summit will be held in three states across Region VI: California, Colorado and Washington. Sponsors have the opportunity to present an info session about their organization as well as display a project they are working on. Also, a NSBE representative will give a speech about their NSBE experience and how NSBE has evolved over the years. 

Benefits include:

• Long-term exposure to NSBE chapters in various parts of Region VI 
• Access to NSBE members from across the state (anticipated attendance is 100-plus) 
• Access to the resume book of outstanding collegiate members in the state 

College/Graduate School Tour| $2,000  

Display the vast academic opportunities of your college or university located in Region VI and give your admissions department access to potential STEM students.  

Benefits include:

• Link to sponsor’s website posted on the NSBE Region VI 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 

How to Partner With NSBE Region VI

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, 2023. Invoices that remain unpaid after Oct. 19, 2023 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, 2023 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. 27, 2023.
• A 25% cancellation fee will be applied for any sponsorship cancellations after November 3, 2023. This includes paid and unpaid invoices.
• There will be NO refunds after November 3, 2023.

Questions about payments should be submitted to accounting@nsbe.org.