Connect with 500+ electric superintendents, lineworkers, and safety personnel
Sponsor and exhibit at the 2022 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo
March 25-26
Austin, Texas
Why sponsor the Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo?
Hosted by Austin Energy, the 2022 Public Power Lineworkers Rodeo is the place for journeyman and apprentice lineworkers to compete for professional recognition and to learn about the latest safety products and services.
As a sponsor and vendor, you’ll:
- Interact with 500+ electric superintendents, lineworkers, and safety personnel.
- Create brand awareness with more public power utilities throughout the United States.
- Meet with decision-makers and influencers.
- Network with customers and prospects who need your products and services.
- Get a leg up on your competition.
How do we participate in the expos?
The only way to secure a spot in the Indoor and Outdoor Sponsor Showcases is through sponsorship.
Indoor Sponsor Showcase (Table-top only show)
March 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Austin Hilton, Austin, Texas
Outdoor Sponsor Showcase (Tent and trailer space show)
March 26 from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Capitol City BMX, Pflugerville, Texas
Quick Links
- Download the Rodeo sponsor/vendor prospectus
- Become an Elite Corporate Associate or Corporate Associate Member to save money on this event
Get Additional exposure at the Engineering & Operations Conference
Extend your stay in Austin! Sponsor and exhibit at APPA’s Engineering & Operations Conference, where you’ll meet decision-makers who design, develop, and maintain the nation’s electric system. Learn more at here.
Competition Sponsor
One sponsor. Must commit by January 21 to guarantee all benefits.
Elite Corporate Associate Member: $20,000
Corporate Associate Member: $22,000
Nonmember: $35,000
Benefits
- Two social posts on APPA’s Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn feeds. One per platform one week before the Rodeo and one per platform post-Rodeo. Graphics, text, and click-through links provided by you (APPA will provide specs). You can include a one- to two-minute video or a static image.
- Opportunity to do a live, one-minute welcome during the Rodeo Competition Opening Ceremony
- One mobile app push notification to conference attendees acknowledging your sponsorship
- Logo featured on competitor bags and t-shirts, and judge shirts and:
- on Rodeo website
- in marketing emails (starting two weeks after your commitment)
- in participant logistics emails
- in Rodeo mobile app
- in printed onsite program
- on signage on Rodeo grounds stage
- on a thank you slide at the Rodeo banquet
- VIP table with eight tickets for the Rodeo Awards Banquet (subject to COVID protocols)
- Verbal recognition during the Rodeo Awards Banquet
- Table-top exhibit space at the Indoor Sponsor Showcase
- Tent or trailer exhibit space at the Outdoor Sponsor Showcase
- Rodeo participant lists in Excel (name, title, organization, U.S. postal address). APPA policy prevents the sharing of emails and phone numbers without consent.
Celebration Sponsor
One sponsor. Must commit by January 21 to guarantee all benefits.
Elite Corporate Associate Member: $20,000
Corporate Associate Member: $22,000
Nonmember: $35,000
Benefits
- Two social posts on APPA’s Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn feeds. One per platform one week before the Rodeo and one per platform post-Rodeo. Graphics, text, and click-through links provided by you (APPA will provide specs). You can include a one- to two-minute video or a static image.
- Opportunity to do a live or video, one-minute welcome during the Rodeo Awards Banquet
- One mobile app push notification to conference attendees acknowledging your sponsorship
- Logo featured prominently throughout the hall and on cocktail napkins at the Rodeo Awards Banquet and:
- on Rodeo website
- in marketing emails (starting two weeks after your commitment)
- in participant logistics email
- in Rodeo mobile app
- in printed onsite program
- VIP table with eight tickets for the Rodeo Awards Banquet (subject to COVID protocols)
- Verbal recognition during the Rodeo Awards Banquet
- Table-top exhibit space at the Indoor Sponsor Showcase
- Tent or trailer exhibit space at the Outdoor Sponsor Showcase
- Rodeo participant lists in Excel (name, title, organization, U.S. postal address). APPA policy prevents the sharing of emails and phone numbers without consent.
Event Sponsor
One sponsor/event listed below. Must commit by January 21 to guarantee all benefits.
Journeyman 4kV Crossarm Change Out Apprentice 90-degree Crossarm Relocation
Journeyman Hurtman Rescue Apprentice Double Dead-End Bell Change Out
Journeyman Obstacle Course Apprentice Hurtman Rescue
Journeyman Suspension Insulator Change Out Apprentice Pole Top Pin Change Out
Journeyman Transformer Banking Apprentice Written Test
Elite Corporate Associate Member: $5,000
Corporate Associate Member: $6,000
Nonmember: $12,000
Benefits
- Logo featured at your sponsored event and:
- on Rodeo website
- in participant logistics email
- in Rodeo mobile app
- in printed onsite program
- Verbal recognition at your sponsored event (incorporated into the script that’s read to all teams and apprentices)
- Two VIP tickets for the Rodeo Awards Banquet (subject to COVID protocols)
- Table-top exhibit space at the Indoor Sponsor Showcase
- Tent or trailer exhibit space at the Outdoor Sponsor Showcase
- Rodeo participant lists in Excel (name, title, organization, U.S. postal address). APPA policy prevents the sharing of emails and phone numbers without consent.
Hotel Keycard Sponsor
One sponsor. Must commit by February 7 to guarantee all benefits.
Elite Corporate Associate Member: $4,000
Corporate Associate Member: $5,000
Nonmember: $10,000
Benefits
- Logo featured on hotel keycards distributed to Rodeo participants and:
- on Rodeo website
- in Rodeo mobile app
- in printed onsite program
- Two VIP tickets for the Rodeo Awards Banquet (subject to COVID protocols)
- Table-top exhibit space at the Indoor Sponsor Showcase
- Tent or trailer exhibit space at the Outdoor Sponsor Showcase
- Rodeo participant lists in Excel (name, title, organization, U.S. postal address). APPA policy prevents the sharing of emails and phone numbers without consent.
NON-EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES
Awards Banquet Drink Sponsor
Two sponsors. Must commit by February 7 to guarantee all benefits.
Elite Corporate Associate Member: $3,500
Corporate Associate Member: $4,500
Nonmember: $9,000
Benefits
- Logo featured on signage at bars and drink tickets at the Rodeo Awards Banquet and:
- on Rodeo website
- in Rodeo mobile app
- in printed onsite program
- One VIP ticket for the Rodeo Awards Banquet (subject to COVID protocols)
- Table-top exhibit space at the Indoor Sponsor Showcase
- Tent or trailer exhibit space at the Outdoor Sponsor Showcase
- Rodeo participant lists in Excel (name, title, organization, U.S. postal address). APPA policy prevents the sharing of emails and phone numbers without consent.
Golf Cart Sponsor
Four sponsors. Must commit by February 7 to guarantee all benefits.
Elite Corporate Associate Member: $2,000
Corporate Associate Member: $3,000
Nonmember: $6,000
Benefits
- Logo featured on golf carts used during the Rodeo Competition and:
- on Rodeo website
- in Rodeo mobile app
- in printed onsite program
- One VIP ticket* for the Rodeo Awards Banquet (subject to COVID protocols)
- Table-top exhibit space at the Indoor Sponsor Showcase
- Tent or trailer exhibit space at the Outdoor Sponsor Showcase
- Rodeo participant lists in Excel (name, title, organization, U.S. postal address). APPA policy prevents the sharing of emails and phone numbers without consent.
ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Participant Bag Insert
Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,000
Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,100
Sponsor & Nonmember: $2,200
Non-Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,500
Non-Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,600
Non-Sponsor & Nonmember: $3,200
Banner for Rodeo Grounds*
Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,000
Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,100
Sponsor & Nonmember: $2,200
Non-Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,500
Non-Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,600
Non-Sponsor & Nonmember: $3,200
*Your banner will be displayed on the metal fencing surrounding the Rodeo grounds. Banners can be up to 3 feet high x 8 feet wide and should include grommets in four corners. You are responsible for supplying grounds and shipping the banner to the Rodeo grounds. (instructions will be provided after payment is received). Banners will not be returned.
Program Ads
Outside Back Cover
Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,000
Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,100
Sponsor & Nonmember: $2,200
Non-Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,200
Non-Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,300
Non-Sponsor & Nonmember: $2,600
Front Inside Cover
Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $800
Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $900
Sponsor & Nonmember: $1,800
Non-Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,200
Non-Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,300
Non-Sponsor & Nonmember: $2,600
Back Inside Cover
Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $800
Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $900
Sponsor & Nonmember: $1,800
Non-Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $1,200
Non-Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $1,300
Non-Sponsor & Nonmember: $2,600
Full-Page Interior
Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $500
Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $600
Sponsor & Nonmember: $1,200
Non-Sponsor & Elite Corporate Associate Member: $800
Non-Sponsor & Corporate Associate Member: $900
Non-Sponsor & Nonmember: $1,800