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Presented by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and AJC Ads, powered by premiere and supporting sponsors, in partnership with Atlanta’s top marketing organizations.

Presenting Sponsor

About AJC Ads

AJC Ads helps brands connect with Atlanta, Georgia, and the South through the trusted influence of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and our portfolio of niche and cultural platforms.

Premiere Sponsors

About SupplyHouse

SupplyHouse is a leading online distributor of heating, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical supplies. Headquartered in Melville, NY, we operate distribution centers nationwide to ensure fast, reliable delivery. With over 280,000 competitively priced products from 500+ top brands, we’re the trusted source for trade professionals seeking quality, value, and exceptional service on every order.

About Reply

Reply is a global network of specialized companies driving digital transformation through technology, creativity, and consulting. Within this network, Sagepath Reply leads enterprise digital solutions, agentic workflows, DXPs (Optimizely, Kentico, Sitecore, etc.) and integrated martech ecosystems; Comwrap Reply specializes in Adobe Experience Platform, digital commerce and content supply chain.

Supporting Sponsors

About Truelio

Truelio is an Atlanta-based brand experience agency that solves marketing challenges through connected experiences and its BX Services Suite. Part brand agency, part consultancy, and part digital technology firm—Truelio builds meaningful impact and measurable results.

About SWARM

SWARM is a curated network of forward-thinking Marketing and AdTech professionals driving innovation through culturally intelligent, data-driven events. From CES to bespoke gatherings, SWARM fosters collaboration, elevates brand visibility and forges meaningful connections between marketers, tech leaders and cultural influencers. With unmatched access to insights and industry pioneers, SWARM is where powerful conversations spark real impact. Discover what’s possible—together.

About Causal

Causal powers programmatic audience development and activation with a human-centered data approach that drives superior media performance.

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Why Sponsor AIMS 2025

Why Sponsor?

  • Showcase your brand to 400+ marketing professionals
  • Align with Atlanta’s top marketing organizations
  • Gain visibility across signage, digital, social, and programming

Audience Snapshot

  • 60% brand-side marketers / 40% agencies + partners
  • C-Suite, VPs, and Directors across marketing & communications
  • Decision-makers with active budgets and influence
 

Sponsorship Opportunities

Showcase your brand’s support for Atlanta’s largest collaborative marketing event and connect with 400+ marketing professionals.

  • Presenting Sponsor

    $10,000
    • Exclusive “Presented by” branding (web, ticketing, emails, signage, stage, social)
    • 8 tickets
    • Exclusive Happy Hour branding on Floor 2 bar area
    • Prominent logo on main stage + podium screens
    • On-stage recognition (2-min remarks + MC mentions)
    • Swag bags headline placement + apparel co-logo
    • Two social spotlights + One email mention
    Submit Interest

  • Premiere Sponsor

    $6,500
    • Logo on website, comms, on-site signage, main stage loop
    • 4 tickets
    • MC mention in the opening; reserved Happy Hour table
    • Choose one activation: Registration/Lanyards, Food Station, Speaker Green Room, or Photo Moment
    • Swag bag giveaway
    Submit Interest

  • Supporting Sponsor

    $2,500
    • Logo on website, shared slide on stage loop, select comms
    • 2 tickets
    • Thank you in the closing slides
    • High-top table cards
    • Swag bag giveaway
    Submit Interest

Agenda

A focused afternoon of insights, connection, and community. Doors open at 2:00 PM.

  1. 2:00–2:30 PM

    Check-in & Networking

    Registration, badge pickup and connect with fellow attendees before sessions kick off.

  2. 2:30–2:40 PM

    Opening Remarks

    Welcome from organizers and introductions to participating groups.

  3. 2:40–3:10 PM

    Featured Speaker

    Julie Bowerman, CMO, Kellanova

  4. 3:10–3:40 PM

    Featured Speaker

    Deisha Barnett, President, Global Communications (CCO), UPS

  5. 3:40–4:10 PM

    Break & Networking

    Recharge and connect with fellow attendees.

  6. 4:10–4:40 PM

    Featured Speaker

    Shivram Vaideeswaran, SVP, Brand Marketing, Papa Johns

  7. 4:40–5:10 PM

    Featured Speaker

    Thomas Winstanley, EVP & GM, Edible Brands

  8. 5:10–5:20 PM

    Closing Remarks

    Final announcements and thank-yous.

  9. 5:20–6:30 PM

    Happy Hour

    Wrap the day with drinks, light bites, and great conversation.

Schedule subject to change.

Featured Speakers at AIMS 2025

A growing lineup of leaders from Atlanta’s top brands. More speakers will be announced soon.

  • Deisha Barnett headshot

    Deisha Barnett

    President, Global Communications (CCO)

    Session: No Mailing It In: Leading with Authenticity in Every Message

    UPS logo

    Deisha is an accomplished leader and corporate board director who counsels CEOs, shapes strategies, advocates for inclusion and builds high-performing teams. She is a passionate driver of transformation and results.

    Deisha serves as president of Global Communications at UPS. She previously led the Metro Atlanta Chamber’s brand communications team and Walmart communications teams, and started her career at Ketchum.

  • Julie Bowerman headshot

    Julie Bowerman

    Chief Marketing Officer

    Session: Differentiated Brands: Winning in a Hyperconnected World

    Kellanova logo

    Julie has 25+ years of CPG experience in marketing, commercial and digital roles at Kellanova (Kellogg’s), Hain Celestial and Coca-Cola, leading global ecommerce and digital customer/consumer experience.

  • Thomas Winstanley headshot

    Thomas Winstanley

    EVP, General Manager

    Session: Controlled Chaos: The Strategy Behind Disruption

    Edible Brands logo

    Thomas leads strategy and launch for Edibles.com at Edible Brands and previously built marketing teams across regulated industries, including cannabis, alcohol and pharma.

  • Shivram Vaideeswaran headshot

    Shivram Vaideeswaran

    SVP, Brand Marketing

    Session: TBA

    Papa Johns logo

    Shivram is a seasoned integrated marketing leader and joined Papa Johns in May 2025. His expertise is in brand building, modernization and innovation due to his extensive experience leading successful turnarounds at iconic brands including Taco Bell, Uber, Yahoo, and Jamba. He currently leads the Papa Johns brand marketing team, which includes brand and innovation strategy, integrated marketing communications, and social and digital marketing.

Deadlines & Deliverables

A clear timeline so you know exactly what’s due and when.

Oct 1

Logo & Brand Assets
High-res logo (PNG/SVG), brand guidelines, and social handles.

Nov 1

Ticket Info
Submit attendee names, titles, and emails for badge prep.

Nov 10

Swag / Giveaways
~400 items delivered to Setup/venue for bags or table placement.

Nov 12

Final Approvals
Review and approve digital signage, slides, and sponsor spotlight materials.

Dates reflect the current production schedule and may adjust slightly as we finalize partners.

Checklist by Tier

Presenting Sponsor — $10,000

Immediately After Signing

  • Submit high-res logo files (PNG/SVG, color + white)
  • Provide 50–75-word company description
  • Share brand guidelines (fonts, colors, usage rules)
  • Provide social media handles for spotlight posts
  • Confirm primary point of contact

Pre-Event (Sept–Early Nov)

  • Confirm ticket allocation (8 total; names/emails due by Nov 1)
  • Deliver ~400 swag/giveaway items (shirts + bags) by Nov 10
  • Approve proofs of signage, slides, and digital assets by Nov 12

Event Week (Nov 11–18)

  • Review and approve final signage/slides (due Nov 12)
  • Confirm Happy Hour branding/activation details
  • Submit speaking points for 2-minute on-stage remarks

Event Day (Nov 19)

  • Arrive early for check-in and setup review
  • Deliver 2-minute on-stage recognition remarks
  • Ensure Happy Hour lounge/table is staffed and branded
Premiere Sponsor — $6,500

Immediately After Signing

  • Submit high-res logo files (PNG/SVG, color + white)
  • Provide 50–75-word company description
  • Share brand guidelines (fonts, colors, usage rules)
  • Provide social media handles for spotlight posts
  • Confirm primary point of contact

Pre-Event (Sept–Early Nov)

  • Confirm ticket allocation (4 total; names/emails due by Nov 1)
  • Deliver ~400 giveaway items for attendee bags by Nov 10
  • Approve signage, slides, and digital assets by Nov 12

Event Week (Nov 11–18)

  • Review and approve final signage/slides (due Nov 12)
  • Confirm branding for reserved Happy Hour table

Event Day (Nov 19)

  • Reserved table presence at Happy Hour
  • Sponsor recognition in opening remarks
Supporting Sponsor — $2,500

Immediately After Signing

  • Submit high-res logo files (PNG/SVG, color + white)
  • Provide 50–75-word company description
  • Share brand guidelines (fonts, colors, usage rules)
  • Provide social media handles for spotlight posts
  • Confirm primary point of contact

Pre-Event (Sept–Early Nov)

  • Confirm ticket allocation (2 total; names/emails due by Nov 1)
  • Deliver ~400 giveaway items by Nov 10
  • Approve shared slides/digital assets by Nov 12

Event Week (Nov 11–18)

  • Review and approve shared sponsor slide (due Nov 12)

Event Day (Nov 19)

  • Mention during closing slides/thank-yous
  • Swag/giveaways included in bags or on Happy Hour tables

Our team will keep you on track with reminders at each phase — you won’t miss a deadline.

 

Toolkit & Assets

Everything you need to activate your sponsorship: logo lockups, social graphics, brand guidelines, and presentation templates.

  • Logo Lockups

    Ready-to-use AIMS × Sponsor logos to highlight your partnership.

    Access Logos

  • Social & Email Copy + Graphics

    Ready-to-use copy and graphics to promote your sponsorship across social and email.

    View Assets

  • AIMS Brand Guidelines

    Event logos, approved colors, fonts, and usage rules for consistent branding.

    Download Guide

  • Presentation Templates

    Branded slide deck designed to showcase your sponsorship.

    Download Template
 

Ready to Sponsor AIMS 2025?

Join Atlanta’s premier marketing summit and get your brand in front of 400+ senior marketers. Submit interest and we’ll confirm availability and next steps within one business day.

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Prefer email? Reach out to joe@setup.us (sponsorship) or amanda@setup.us (contracts & operations).