Sponsors are responsible for taking on the cost to ensure the attendees will receive credit for the course. They will be given about 5-10 minutes prior to the course to introduce themselves to the group, talk about their services, company, etc. They are also able to provide marketing materials, literature, brochures, business cards, etc. (Some locations are a bit more strict on what "goodies" can be brought in).
Are sponsors in charge of bringing food?
Some locations do request and/or allow sponsors to bring in food, but this cost is not affiliated with our CE cost (this is an optional cost if you choose to do so). Once confirmed we will provide you with the contact information of the person onsite at the customer so you can ask any specifics regarding what is allowed, food/restaurants in the area, final headcount, etc.
Am I allowed to get a copy of the sign-in sheet after the course?
We are able to provide sign-in sheets to the sponsor after a course unless specifically directed not to by the customer.
If I am not an "approved vendor" of a specific organization. how can I become one?
We do not have much say in this process, as this would be up to you contacting the company's vendor management department directly. We can, however, ask about your organization and let them know you have expressed interest in sponsoring.
How much is sponsorship?
Cost is dependent on how many states are being requested for a particular program and what credit type (See our fee schedule for more information)
Can we get co-sponsors to split the cost?
We are always open to inviting co-sponsors (that are not a conflict of interest) to split the CE cost with you and share sponsorship. Keep in mind co-sponsors are never a guarantee so please confirm whether you are ok with being a sole sponsor for any particular course (if a co-sponsor does not confirm).
Will I still incur a fee if I have to cancel my sponsorship?
Generally, no. If the cancellation request is made far enough in advance, the possibility of obtaining a replacement sponsor is more likely. There are however, circumstances that may preclude this such as; program applications that were paid to the state boards, the ability for CEU Institute to obtain another sponsor in the allotted time, or the co-sponsor did not budget for the entire program cost. Cancellations will be handled on a case by case basis.
