Quest Conference 2027

Platinum Sponsor | $50,000

Select one opportunity

• Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award Ceremony Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports the national ceremony and reception honoring the 2026 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award recipients and associates the sponsor with the celebration of America’s role-model organizations.
• Lead Conference Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports the overall delivery of Quest and provides broad, high-level visibility throughout the conference experience.

Deliverables

• Five complimentary full conference registrations 
• Premier logo placement on the conference website, registration platform, mobile app, general session screens, sponsor signage, and digital program 
• Featured sponsor profile with organizational information, links, and approved digital resources 
• Main stage recognition during the opening and closing sessions 
• Opportunity for a senior executive to provide up to three minutes of approved remarks that will also act as a speaker introduction opportunity.
• Sponsor video (non-sales) of up to 90 seconds shown during breakfast or lunch sessions. 
• Full-page advertisement in the conference program (digital or print depending on what is offered) 
• Full-page advertisement in the Foundation Leadership Awards ceremony program (digital or print depending on what is offered) 
• Two dedicated sponsor emails (1 pre-event and 1 post event)
• Four dedicated social media features (1 quarterly throughout the year)
• Priority mobile app banner placement 
• Post conference engagement report 
• Recognition in general conference marketing 
• Access to a discounted attendee rate 
• First right to renew the selected sponsorship 
• 1-Year Access to the Institute for Performance Excellence
• 1-Year Access to the National Assessment Center
• Gift of two 1-year memberships to the Institute for Performance Excellence & National Assessment Center to an organization of your choosing
• Invitation to attend the Institute for Performance Excellence Trustee Annual Reception at Quest
• Exhibitor Space (if desired)

Gold Sponsor | $30,000

Select one opportunity

• Keynote Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the featured keynote presentation that opens the conference with a timely leadership perspective designed to inform and inspire participants.
• Opening Plenary Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the opening plenary program featuring leaders and insights that establish the conference’s primary learning themes.
• Closing Plenary Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the closing plenary program that brings together key lessons and helps participants translate conference insights into action.
• Foundation Leadership Awards Ceremony Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the ceremony recognizing individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, and impact advance performance excellence.

Deliverables

• Three complimentary full conference registrations 
• Prominent logo placement on the conference website, registration platform, mobile app, session screens, sponsor signage, and digital program 
• Featured sponsor profile with organizational information, links, and approved digital resources 
• Verbal recognition during the sponsored program 
• Sponsor video of up to 60 seconds shown 5 minutes prior to the sponsored program 
• Full-page advertisement in the digital conference program (digital or print depending on what is offered)
• Full-page advertisement in the Foundation Leadership Awards ceremony program (digital or print depending on what is offered) 
• One dedicated sponsor email feature 
• Three dedicated social media features 
• One approved Cvent mobile app notification 
• Mobile app banner placement 
• Post conference engagement report 
• Recognition in general conference marketing 
• Access to a discounted attendee rate 
• Renewal priority following Platinum sponsors 
• 1-Year Access to the Institute for Performance Excellence
• 1-Year Access to the National Assessment Center
• Gift of 1-year membership to the Institute for Performance Excellence & National Assessment Center to an organization of your choosing
• Exhibitor Space (if desired)

Silver Sponsor | $20,000

Select one opportunity

• Institute for Performance Excellence Trustee Annual Meeting Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the annual gathering of Institute Trustees as they review progress, strengthen relationships, and help shape priorities for advancing performance excellence.
• Health Care Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports conference programming and engagement focused on improving leadership, quality, patient and workforce outcomes, and organizational performance in health care.
• Education Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports conference programming and engagement focused on strengthening leadership, student success, workforce capability, and performance across education.
• Manufacturing Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports conference programming and engagement focused on operational excellence, quality, innovation, workforce capability, resilience, and competitiveness in manufacturing.
• Government Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports conference programming and engagement focused on effective leadership, operational performance, public value, accountability, and service delivery in government.
• Nonprofit Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports conference programming and engagement focused on mission achievement, stakeholder value, organizational sustainability, and community impact in the nonprofit sector.
• Cybersecurity Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports conference programming and engagement focused on cyber resilience, risk management, organizational readiness, and the protection of critical information and operations.

Deliverables

• Two complimentary full conference registrations 
• Recognition as the sponsor of the selected meeting or conference session
• Logo placement on the Cvent conference website, mobile app, sponsor signage, digital program, and relevant meeting or track materials 
• Enhanced Cvent sponsor profile with organizational information, links, and one approved digital resource 
• Verbal recognition during the sponsored meeting or track sessions 
• Logo recognition on relevant session screens and signage 
• Half-page advertisement in the digital conference program (digital or print, depending on what is offered)
• Half-page advertisement in the Foundation Leadership Awards ceremony program (digital or print depending on what is offered) 
• Two dedicated social media features throughout the year
• Mobile app recognition
• Post conference engagement report 
• Recognition in general conference marketing 
• Access to a discounted attendee rate 
• Renewal priority following Gold sponsors 
• 1-Year Access to the Institute for Performance Excellence
• 1-Year Access to the National Assessment Center
• Exhibitor Space (if desired)

Trustee Annual Meeting Sponsor benefits

The Institute for Performance Excellence Trustee Annual Meeting Sponsor also receives:

• Exclusive recognition as the annual meeting sponsor 
• Logo placement on the meeting agenda and relevant conference pages 
• Recognition on meeting signage and presentation screens 
• Opportunity to provide brief approved welcome remarks 
• Opportunity to provide an approved resource to meeting participants 
• Recognition in appropriate pre-meeting and follow-up communications 
• Access for up to two sponsor representatives, subject to meeting attendance requirements 

Bronze Sponsor | $15,000

Select one opportunity

• Monday Breakfast Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports Monday’s breakfast experience and provides visible brand alignment as attendees begin the first full day of conference learning.
• Tuesday Breakfast Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports Tuesday’s breakfast experience and provides visible brand alignment as attendees gather for the day’s sessions.
• Monday Lunch Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports Monday’s luncheon program, bringing participants together for learning, recognition, and professional connection.
• Tuesday Lunch Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports Tuesday’s luncheon program, bringing participants together for learning, recognition, and professional connection.
• Wednesday Breakfast Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports Wednesday’s breakfast experience as attendees gather for the conference’s final morning of learning and engagement.
• Conference Mobile App Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the primary digital tool attendees use to navigate the agenda, access conference information, receive updates, and engage throughout Quest.
• Conference Wi-Fi Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports attendee internet connectivity throughout the conference and receives recognition associated with this essential service.
• Q&A Talk Show Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports an interactive question-and-answer program that gives attendees direct access to the experiences and perspectives of featured leaders.
• Networking Break Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports a scheduled networking break where attendees can build relationships, exchange ideas, and connect with speakers, peers, and sponsors.
• Baldrige Executive Fellows Networking Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports a dedicated networking experience for Baldrige Executive Fellows and alumni to reconnect, share insights, and strengthen their leadership community.

Deliverables

• One complimentary full conference registration 
• Recognition as the sponsor of the selected conference experience 
• Logo placement on the conference website, mobile app, sponsor signage, digital program, and relevant event signage 
• Standard sponsor profile with organizational information and links 
• Verbal recognition during the sponsored meal or experience when applicable 
• Half-page advertisement in the digital conference program 
• One dedicated social media feature throughout the year
• Recognition in general conference marketing 
• Renewal priority following Silver sponsors 
• Access to a discounted attendee rate 
• 1-Year Access to the Institute for Performance Excellence
• 1-Year Access to the National Assessment Center
• Display Table (if desired)

Supporting Sponsor | $10,000

Select one opportunity

• Concurrent Session Sponsor (Multiple available)
  • Supports sponsorship visibility with logo placement at all concurrent sessions at the conference, where practitioners and organizational leaders share proven practices, tools, and performance insights.
• Pre-Conference Workshop Sponsor (all workshops offered)
  • Supports the full series of preconference workshops that provide participants with focused, practical learning before the main conference begins.
• Emerging Leader Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports the engagement and development of emerging professionals who are preparing to assume greater leadership and performance improvement responsibilities.
• Examiner and Volunteer Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports recognition of the examiners and volunteers whose expertise and service help advance the Baldrige community and its mission.
• Charging Station Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports a convenient onsite location where attendees can recharge their mobile devices while remaining connected to the conference.
• Professional Headshot Station Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports an attendee experience offering professional headshots for use in organizational profiles, professional networks, and leadership communications.
• Accessibility Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports conference accommodations and resources designed to help participants engage fully in the Quest experience.

Deliverables

• One complimentary full conference registration 
• Recognition as the sponsor of the selected opportunity 
• Logo placement on the conference website, mobile app, shared sponsor signage, digital program, and relevant sponsored area 
• Standard sponsor profile with organizational information and links 
• Quarter page advertisement in the digital conference program 
• One dedicated social media feature annually
• Recognition in general conference marketing 
• Access to a discounted attendee rate 
• Renewal priority following Bronze sponsors 

Item Sponsor | $5,000

Select one opportunity

• Conference Lanyard Sponsor (1 available)
  • Sponsors the lanyards worn with attendee credentials, providing consistent brand visibility throughout the conference.
• Coffee Break Sponsor (1 available)
  • Supports coffee and refreshments during a scheduled conference break and receives recognition at the refreshment area.
• Tote Bag Sponsor  (1 available)
  • Sponsors the conference bags distributed to attendees for carrying materials and resources throughout and after the event.
• Notebook and Pen Sponsor (1 available)
  • Sponsors the notebooks and pens provided to attendees for capturing insights, ideas, and action items during conference sessions.
• Water Bottle Sponsor (1 available)
  • Sponsors reusable water bottles provided to attendees, extending the sponsor’s visibility throughout the conference and beyond.
• Speaker Gift Sponsor (4 available)
  • Supports the gifts presented in appreciation to Quest speakers for sharing their expertise, experience, and proven practices.

Deliverables

• Recognition as the sponsor of the selected item 
• Sponsor logo displayed on or packaged with the selected item 
• Linked logo on the conference website 
• Basic sponsor listing in the mobile app and digital conference program 
• Recognition on shared sponsor signage 
• Inclusion in one collective social media sponsor feature 
• Renewal opportunity following higher sponsorship levels 
• Opportunity to reserve an exhibitor space for an additional $3,000, subject to availability 

Complimentary conference registrations are not included at the Item Sponsor level. 

A discounted registration rate of $1,350 is provided for sponsors.

Unless otherwise stated, the sponsorship fee does not include the cost of sponsored items. Sponsors are responsible for all associated costs, including purchase, design, production, shipping, handling, and delivery. All sponsored items and designs must receive prior approval from the Baldrige Foundation. Please contact the Foundation for item specifications and approval requirements before proceeding.

Exhibitor | $3,000

Limited to 10 organizations.

Deliverables

• One exhibitor space in the designated conference networking area 
• 6-foot table and two chairs 
• Basic organization listing on the conference website and mobile app 
• Organization listing in the digital conference program 
• Lead capture capabilities 
• Recognition on shared display table signage 

Conference registrations are not included with the exhibitor space. Each exhibitor space representative must register separately. A discounted registration rate of $1,350 is provided for all exhibitor staff.

Exhibitor space assignments will be made according to sponsorship priority, followed by the date on which the completed agreement and payment are received.