Speaking Opportunities
Position your company as a trusted industry resource by engaging directly with facility management professionals through educational content and thought leadership opportunities.
Whether you're interested in sponsoring a premier conference education experience or presenting on the Expo floor, World Workplace offers multiple ways to share your expertise, increase your visibility, and connect with attendees.
Conference Education Program Premier Sponsor US$30,000
The Conference Education Program is one of the signature experiences at World Workplace, bringing together industry experts and facility management professionals to share knowledge, explore emerging trends, and advance the profession.
As the Conference Education Program Sponsor, your company will receive premier visibility while supporting one of the conference's most valuable attendee experiences.
Sponsorship Includes
- One (1) 60-minute educational session on the official conference program (subject to IFMA approval)
- Logo featured on the official conference presentation template
- Verbal recognition during education session announcements
- Logo placement on:
- Conference website
- Mobile app
- Education signage
- Education session schedule
- One (1) Full Event registration
As a Premier Sponsor, you'll also receive:
- Recognition on the sponsor footer of the conference website
- Logo featured on Premier Sponsor onsite signage
- Pre-registered attendee mailing list
EXPO FLOOR SPEAKING OPPORTUNITIES
Bring your expertise directly to attendees through educational experiences located on the Expo floor. These opportunities allow you to engage with participants where they are discovering new products, networking with peers, exploring innovative solutions, and connecting with exhibitors.
Innovation Arena Sponsor – 60-Minute Theater US$7,500
Become the exclusive sponsor of the 60-Minute Innovation Arena, featuring educational presentations focused on thought leadership, customer success stories, industry trends, and innovative solutions on the Expo floor.
Sponsorship Includes
- Exclusive sponsorship of the 60-Minute Innovation Arena
- Logo displayed on the hanging banner above the theater
- Branding on Innovation Arena promotional materials
- One (1) 30-minute Innovation Arena session
- Recognition on the conference website and mobile app
Innovation Arena Sponsor – 30-Minute Theater US$7,500
Become the exclusive sponsor of the 30-Minute Innovation Arena, showcasing fast-paced educational presentations highlighting innovative ideas, practical solutions, and emerging industry trends on the Expo floor.
Sponsorship Includes
- Exclusive sponsorship of the 30-Minute Innovation Arena
- Logo displayed on the hanging banner above the theater
- Branding on Innovation Arena promotional materials
- One (1) 30-minute Innovation Arena session
- Recognition on the conference website and mobile app
Innovation Arena 60-Minute Session US$4,500
Present a 60-minute educational session on the Expo floor in the Innovation Arena. This extended format provides the opportunity to explore industry trends, share best practices, present customer success stories, and lead meaningful discussions on topics impacting the facility management profession.
Sponsorship Includes
- One (1) 60-minute Innovation Arena presentation
- Session promoted on:
- Conference website
- Mobile app
- Onsite signage
Innovation Arena 30-Minute Session US$3,000
Deliver a 30-minute educational presentation on the Expo floor in the Innovation Arena. This focused format is ideal for sharing thought leadership, emerging trends, practical solutions, and lessons learned with an engaged audience.
Sponsorship Includes
- One (1) 30-minute Innovation Arena presentation
- Session promoted on:
- Conference website
- Mobile app
- Onsite signage
Innovation Arena Presentation Guidelines
Innovation Arena presentations are designed to educate and engage attendees through thought leadership and meaningful discussions relevant to the facility management profession.
Presenters are encouraged to share industry trends, best practices, case studies, innovative approaches, and customer success stories while naturally incorporating their company's expertise where appropriate. Presentations should emphasize educational content and meaningful discussions rather than promotional or sales-focused messaging
Podcast Corner Sponsor US$7,500
Located on the Expo floor, Podcast Corner offers exhibitors the opportunity to engage attendees through professionally recorded live podcast conversations while extending their reach beyond the conference through IFMA's ongoing podcast distribution.
As the exclusive sponsor, your brand will be featured throughout this interactive attendee experience.
Sponsorship Includes
- Exclusive Podcast Corner sponsorship
- One (1) live 20-minute Podcast Corner session
- Logo displayed on Podcast Corner signage
- One (1) 30–45 second mid-roll advertisement included in your recorded podcast episode
- Sponsor provides the script
- IFMA provides voiceover production
- Podcast episode promoted and distributed following the conference
- Recognition on the conference website and mobile app
Podcast Corner 20-Minute Session US$3,000
Participate in a professionally recorded 20-minute live podcast session from the Connected FM Podcast Corner on the Expo floor. Share your expertise through a live conversation that engages attendees onsite while continuing to reach the facility management community through IFMA's ongoing podcast distribution after the conference.
Sponsorship Includes
- One (1) professionally recorded 20-minute live podcast session
- Session promoted on:
- Conference website
- Mobile app
- Onsite signage
- Podcast episode promoted and distributed following the conference
Podcast Corner Session Guidelines
Podcast Corner sessions are designed to provide educational, thought leadership-focused conversations that deliver value to attendees and podcast listeners.
Presenters are encouraged to share industry trends, best practices, customer success stories, innovative ideas, and practical insights while naturally incorporating their company's expertise where appropriate. Sessions should emphasize educational content and meaningful conversations rather than promotional or sales-focused messaging.
Important Notes
- The Podcast Corner Sponsor includes one (1) complimentary 20-minute Podcast Corner session.
- The Podcast Corner 20-Minute Session Sponsor includes participation in one (1) live podcast recording and does not include exclusive sponsorship or branding of Podcast Corner.
- Podcast Corner sponsorship, signage, and area branding are reserved exclusively for the Podcast Corner Sponsor.
- Podcast sessions are 20 minutes in length and must conclude on time to allow for the scheduled 10-minute transition between recordings.
- Session topics, speakers, and podcast content are subject to IFMA approval.
- Final session format, scheduling, recording details, and moderation will be coordinated with the IFMA team.
- Participation is subject to IFMA's Submission & Event Recording Guidelines.
Call for Presentations
Interested in presenting as part of the official World Workplace Conference Education Program?
The Call for Presentations is managed separately by IFMA's Conference Education team and is independent of the sponsorship opportunities outlined on this page.
To stay informed about submission dates, guidelines, and eligibility, bookmark:
The Call for Presentations typically opens between December 2026 and January 2027. Additional details and submission information will be posted on the website once available.
Questions? Contact the IFMA Expos & Media Team Email: expoadv@ifma.org | Phone: +1-713-623-4362
About International Facility Management Association (IFMA) IFMA supports over 26,000 members in 140 countries. Since 1980, IFMA has worked to advance the FM profession through education, events, credentialing, research, networking and knowledge-sharing.