Questions about Midway Packages? See our Sponsor FAQ.

Now in its fifth year, the Midway has become the heart of innovation at ONA’s annual conference. Tech organizations, nonprofits, media groups and start-ups gather to show off the latest tools and technology and highlight what everyone else will be taking about in the year to come. All Midway participants get a chance to show off what they are working on in the Bullring, and many host demos, workshops and hands-on trainings in their exhibit and lounge spaces.

Midway Co-Patrons — SPONSORED BY FRESCO NEWS & BRIGHTSPOT

Welcome all ONA16 attendees from your 20×20’ front-room space, as the host of the Midway experience. Package also includes:

  • Primary representation & branding on the active screen in the Midway
  • One-hour sponsored workshop/session as part of core ONA16 programming
  • Up to 5 presentations or demo opportunities as part of official Midway programming
  • Logo on all Midway digital properties
  • Two full conference passes, each including a one-year ONA membership
  • Two additional one-year ONA memberships, to allow for other attendees to register for the conference at the member rate
  • Up to 10 Midway-only passes
  • Special designation in on-site map signage and in printed ONA16 program
  • Full-page color ad in Midway section of conference program guide
  • Logo/name listed as Platinum Sponsor on on-site signage
  • Logo (linked) placed in conference e-mail newsletters (audience 8,000+)
  • Logo (linked) and 60-word description on digital Sponsors page on ONA16 website and in printed program guide
  • One insert or promotional item in the attendee gift bag (provided by the sponsor)

Midway Lounge — $8,500

This is a dedicated lounge space where the Sponsor can showcase its branding, highlight tools, host meetings/demos/education sessions and have lots of room to network with ONA16 attendees. Host is responsible for any furniture in the 15×15 space, beyond basic table and chairs, as well as A/V and power (optional).  ONA will provide support with logistics and scheduling programming. Package also includes:

  • Prominent logo representation on station
  • Up to four presentation or demo opportunities as part of official Midway programming
  • Two full conference passes, each including a one-year ONA membership
  • Up to 5 Midway-only passes
  • Special designation in on-site map signage and in printed ONA16 program
  • Half-page color ad in Midway section of conference program guide
  • Logo/name listed as Silver Sponsor on on-site signage
  • Logo (linked) placed in conference e-mail newsletters (audience 8,000+)
  • Logo (linked) and 60-word description on digital Sponsors page on ONA16 website and in printed program guide
  • One insert or promotional item in the attendee gift bag (provided by the sponsor)

Recharge Station — SPONSORED BY INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR  JOURNALISTS

Logo, signage and video displayed on each recharge station set up for attendees to power laptops, tablets and phones – as part of your 15×15’ prime lounge space. While recharging, attendees will be exposed to your brand and messaging at each station. Custom video sponsorship and branding as part of recharge station, and designation on official ONA16 map, on-site and in printed program.

  • Prominent logo representation on station
  • Up to four presentation or demo opportunities as part of official Midway programming
  • Two full conference passes, each including a one-year ONA membership
  • Up to 5 Midway-only passes
  • Special designation in on-site map signage and in printed ONA16 program
  • Half-page color ad in Midway section of conference program guide
  • Logo/name listed as Silver Sponsor on on-site signage
  • Logo (linked) placed in conference e-mail newsletters (audience 8,000+)
  • Logo (linked) and 60-word description on digital Sponsors page on ONA16 website and in printed program guide
  • One insert or promotional item in the attendee gift bag (provided by the sponsor)

Sandbox Salon — $4,500 — SOLD OUT

A 10×10′ space for a creative demonstration and face-to-face engagement; perfect for interactive or studio set-ups. These spaces are located in the center room in the main Midway space in the Capitol Ballroom. Package includes:

  • Up to two presentation or demo opportunities as part of official Midway programming
  • One full conference pass, including a one-year ONA membership
  • 2 Midway-only passes*
  • Quarter-page color ad in Midway section of conference program guide
  • Logo (linked) and 60-word description on digital Sponsors page on ONA16

The Sandbox — $2,500 (2 spaces available)

Test out, introduce, and build examples of your product or idea and engage face to face with innovative media leaders as part of the main Midway space in the Capitol Ballroom. This package does not include a full conference pass. Package includes:

  • Standard Midway space of one 6X2 table & two chairs. Note: No stand-alone backdrops or banners exceeding 5 feet in width.
  • One presentation or demo opportunity as part of official Midway programming
  • ONA membership — to be used to attend the conference at the current member rate
  • 2 Midway-only passes*
  • Quarter-page color ad in Midway section of conference program guide
  • Logo (linked) and 60-word description on digital Sponsors page on ONA16 website, in printed program guide and post-ONA16 e-mail to attendees.

Start-up Alley Participant — SOLD OUT

Test out, introduce, and build examples of your product or idea and engage face to face with innovative media leaders. This package does not include a full conference pass. Start-up spaces are designed to introduce new or emerging companies and tools to the ONA audience. Package includes:

  • Table-top space (one 6×2 table & two chairs) in Midway’s Start-up Alley. Note: No stand-alone backdrops or banners exceeding 5 feet in width.
  • One presentation or demo opportunity as part of official Midway programming
  • 2 Midway-only passes*
  • Included in official promotion of Start-up Alley
  • Logo (linked) and 60-word description on digital Sponsors page on ONA16 website, in printed program guide and post-ONA16 e-mail to attendees.

NOTE: This rate is limited to two years (sequential) by qualified or invited start-ups.

* Midway-only passes grant attendees access to the Midway, Lounge and Exhibit areas, but not to sessions, evening events or meals. Additional Midway-only passes can be purchased for $100 each. 

Note: Wireless is included for all ONA16 sponsors, exhibitors and Midway participants, but hard-line Internet and power require additional fees.