Leader Connect 2026 gives organizations a powerful opportunity to connect with hundreds of Chick-fil-A leaders across the D.C. and Baltimore markets, offering elevated visibility and meaningful brand engagement throughout this premier event.
Learn More Next StepsLimited to two organizations — the only teaching opportunities available. Breakout sponsors deliver value-added teaching sessions, not commercials. These sessions help attendees grow through practical leadership tools, frameworks, and skills. Sponsors may collect feedback forms as a follow-up connection point.
Each Breakout Sponsorship includes: One 30-minute teaching session, one exhibitor booth with premium placement, recognition in event signage and slides, and two invitations to the Networking Dinner on February 3rd.
Designed for organizations equipped to teach Operators directly. Content should focus on high-level leadership, culture, decision-making, or organizational impact. This will be held in the room adjacent to the main auditorium 45 minutes after the start of lunch. This allows for maximum capacity and encourages attendance.
Designed for organizations serving Directors, Coaches, and emerging leaders. Content may focus on communication, development, coaching, culture, or personal leadership. This will be held in the main auditorium 45 minutes after the start of lunch. This allows for maximum capacity and encourages attendance.
(Ideal for organizations who want to own a memorable part of the event.) Experience Sponsors take responsibility for one of the event’s premier hospitality moments — meaningful, high-traffic touchpoints that every attendee interacts with throughout the day.
Each Experience Sponsorship includes: One exhibitor booth, recognition in event signage and slides, and two invitations to the Networking Dinner.
Sponsors the first hospitality moment attendees experience as they enter. This is one of the most visible sponsorships of the entire day.
Deliverables: Branded station with morning coffee, tea, water, and refreshments, hospitality signage at entry, optional greeting moment from sponsor team, and expo booth and event recognition.
Sponsors a practical set of leadership tools that attendees use during and after the event. This is a high-value, take-home offering for every attendee. Resources may include a leadership development book, a branded bookmark, a journal, and a pen.
Deliverables: Branding on or within the resource kit and expo booth and event recognition.
Sponsors the hybrid photo experience designed to help attendees capture memorable moments individually and with their team. This sponsorship offers double visibility — fun photos and professional headshots.
Deliverables: Branded photo booth, professional headshots offered at scheduled times, branded “How to Access Your Photos” instruction card, and expo booth and event recognition.
Sponsors the meaningful final moment of the day as attendees depart. This is the last impression attendees experience — memorable and high-impact. Parting gifts may include a second leadership resource (book or tool), a specially-made sweet treat for the event, and a branded note from the sponsor.
Deliverables: Branded signage at exit, sponsor named on parting gift, and expo booth and event recognition.
Sponsors a reflective hospitality touchpoint where attendees write handwritten notes to meaningful people in their lives. This station aligns deeply with The Hospitality of Leadership and often becomes a highlight.
Deliverables: Custom branded stationery and pens, prompt cards, postage and mailing service included, and expo booth and event recognition.
For organizations seeking a presence without owning a breakout or experience.
Deliverables: Custom branded stationery and pens, prompt cards, postage and mailing service included, and expo booth and event recognition.
Includes: Exhibitor booth, event slide recognition, and two invitations to the Networking Dinner.
If you’re interested in sponsoring, click the Request to Sponsor button below. Selected sponsors will receive the registration link, agreement, and payment portal. We appreciate your interest and look forward to partnering with you to make Leader Connect 2026 a high-impact experience.
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