import vehicle community
2024 sponsorship opportunities


We extend our sincere gratitude to our 2024 sponsors for their generous support and dedication to the industry. Your contributions are essential in making our events and programs a success.

Sponsorship opportunities for 2024 are now closed. Please visit us again in the spring of 2025 for details on our next sponsorship opportunities. For any inquiries, feel free to contact Angela Chiang at angela.chiang@autocare.org.


 

Sponsorship Opportunities  Amount  Status  
Premier Sponsorship – Luncheon and Awards Program  

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2024 | Venetian Hotel

Our prestigious Luncheon and Awards Program, attended by leading industry executives, features an industry update and awards presentation honoring men and women who have made significant contributions to the import automotive aftermarket. Package highlights:

Luncheon Event Experience and Visibility at AAPEX
- One-minute promotional video (provided by sponsor) or a ten-minute presentation during the luncheon on a topic affecting the import aftermarket industry*
- 10 tickets to attend the luncheon with premier seating
- One piece of sponsor-produced collateral at each place setting*
- Logo and “Sponsored by Company Name” in luncheon on-site program at each place setting
- Logo featured on Import Vehicle Community sponsor signage inside and outside Reception and Awards Luncheon at high traffic areas
- Logo featured on event podium
- Logo inclusion in slideshow recognizing all sponsors
- Logo and “Sponsored by Company Name” featured on invitation/ticket

Additional Benefits at AAPEX 2024
- 10 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024

Featured Partnership Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Promotional video (provided by sponsor) and/or logo, link and sponsor description (50 words) on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website
- Logo and sponsor description (50 words) included in pre-event email promotion
- Recognition sponsor ribbons for AAPEX badges
- Logo featured on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website (year-round July to June)
- Recognition on Import Vehicle Community hosted programming and “Community Forum” discussions during Auto Care Association Leadership Days

*Topic and sponsor collateral must be approved by the Import Vehicle Community Executive Leadership Council.

 USD $20,000   Sold  
Premier Sponsorship – Import Product and Marketing Awards Showcases  

Tuesday, Nov. 5 - Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024 | AAPEX, Sands Expo

The Import Product and Marketing Awards recognize innovative products and marketing concepts designed to serve the import aftermarket. Our product showcases offer three-day long visibility on the AAPEX show floor with more than 163,000 automotive aftermarket professionals. Package highlights:

Awards Showcase Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Logo and “Sponsored by [Company Name]” featured on multiple display showcases located at the Auto Care Association booth on the show floor
- Recognition by emcee during award winners' presentation and press conference on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at the Auto Care Association booth
- Logo inclusion in video featuring award winners shown during Luncheon and Awards program

Additional Benefits at AAPEX 2024
- 10 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024
- 10 tickets to the Luncheon and Awards Program on Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024

Featured Partnership Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Promotional video (provided by sponsor) and/or logo, link and sponsor description (50 words) on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website
- Logo and sponsor description (50 words) included in pre-event email promotion
- Recognition sponsor ribbons for AAPEX badges
- Logo featured on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website (year-round July to June)
- Recognition on Import Vehicle Community hosted programming and “Community Forum” discussions during Auto Care Association Leadership Days

 USD $10,000   Sold 
Gold Sponsorship

The Import Vehicle Community offers gold, silver and bronze sponsorship opportunities for member companies to increase exposure and visibility for your brand in front of key industry professionals in the import community. Package highlights:

Luncheon Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Logo placement on signage located on luncheon stage
- Logo featured on luncheon invitations/tickets
- Logo featured in slideshow at luncheon recognizing all sponsors
- Logo, sponsor name, description (3-4 bullet points, 50 words) and contact information in luncheon on-site program at each place setting
- Logo on event signage (tiered) outside the luncheon at high traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the luncheon

Networking Reception Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Logo featured on reception invitations/tickets
- Logo inclusion in slideshow looped during reception recognizing all sponsors
- Logo on event signage (tiered) inside the reception and outside the reception at high traffic areas
- 15 tickets to the reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Logo featured in pre-event email promotion
- Recognition sponsor ribbons for AAPEX badges
- Discount on Import Product and Marketing Awards Program entries (for AAPEX exhibitors)
- Logo featured on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website (year-round July to June)
- Recognition on Import Vehicle Community hosted programming and “Community Forum” discussions during Auto Care Association Leadership Days

 USD $5,500   Available  Purchase
Silver Sponsorship

The Import Vehicle Community offers gold, silver and bronze sponsorship opportunities for member companies to increase exposure and visibility for your brand in front of key industry professionals in the import community. Package highlights:

Luncheon Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Logo placement on signage located on luncheon stage
- Sponsor name listed on luncheon invitations/tickets
- Logo inclusion in slideshow at luncheon recognizing all sponsors
- Sponsor name, description (2 bullet points, 30 words) and contact information in luncheon on-site program at each place setting
- Logo on event signage (tiered) outside the luncheon at high traffic areas
- 5 tickets to the luncheon

Networking Reception Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Sponsor name listed on reception invitations/tickets
- Logo inclusion in slideshow looped during reception recognizing all sponsors
- Logo on event signage (tiered) inside the reception and outside the reception at high traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Logo featured in pre-event email promotion
- Recognition sponsor ribbons for AAPEX badges
- Discount on Import Product and Marketing Awards Program entries (for AAPEX exhibitors)
- Logo featured on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website (year-round July to June)
- Recognition on Import Vehicle Community hosted programming and “Community Forum” discussions during Auto Care Association Leadership Days

 USD $3,750   Available  Purchase
Bronze Sponsorship

The Import Vehicle Community offers gold, silver and bronze sponsorship opportunities for member companies to increase exposure and visibility for your brand in front of key industry professionals in the import community. Package highlights:

Luncheon Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Logo placement on signage located on luncheon stage
- Sponsor name listed on luncheon invitations/tickets
- Logo inclusion in slideshow at luncheon recognizing all sponsors
- Sponsor name, description (1 bullet point, 15 words) and contact information in luncheon on-site program at each place setting
- Logo on event signage (tiered) outside the luncheon at high traffic areas
- 2 tickets to the luncheon

Networking Reception Experience and On-Site Visibility
- Sponsor name listed on reception invitations/tickets
- Logo inclusion in slideshow looped during reception recognizing all sponsors
- Logo on event signage (tiered) inside the reception and outside the reception at high traffic areas
- 5 tickets to the reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Logo featured in pre-event email promotion
- Recognition sponsor ribbons for AAPEX badges
- Discount on Import Product and Marketing Awards Program entries (for AAPEX exhibitors)
- Logo featured on Import Vehicle Community’s sponsor website (year-round July to June)
- Recognition on Import Vehicle Community hosted programming and “Community Forum” discussions during Auto Care Association Leadership Days

 USD $2,000   Available  Purchase
*NEW* Sponsorship Add-On
Fabulous Networking Reception (FNR) Bar Sponsor
  

Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2024 | Venetian Hotel

The Fabulous Networking Reception is the premier networking event during AAPEX for the import community with executives representing the global aftermarket industry. Elevate your brand exposure by sponsoring one of our exclusive bar stations. Package highlights:

- Half-metered board sign at the bar featuring sponsor’s logo, placing your brand in the spotlight
- Sponsor logo or message displayed on high-quality napkins at your sponsored bar
- Sponsor logo branded cocktail stirrers, presented at your sponsored bar
- An 8.5” x 11” sign at the bar featuring sponsor’s logo for additional visibility

*Bar sponsorship is only available as an add-on to our premier, gold, silver and bronze sponsorships. They cannot be purchased as a standalone sponsorship. There are 6 bar sponsorships available, offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

 USD $1,500
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thank you to 2024 luncheon premier sponsor: worldpac


"Worldpac is a leading distributor of OE and premium automotive parts, primarily focused on import vehicles. Our industry leading OEM assortment and online catalog, SpeedDial, and a multi-echelon distribution network delivers “The Right Part at the Right Time”. We offer industry-leading training events with advanced technical and business training through the Worldpac Training Institute. Our strategy is driven by what matters most to our customers. Their success is our success."

Bob Cushing, Worldpac | President and CEO
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hear what others have to say

Nick-Bauer-FCP-Euro

FCP Euro’s sponsorship of the Import Vehicle Community reflects our commitment to our industry and community. Beyond the invaluable networking opportunities it offers, the visibility and brand awareness gained through logo placement and participation in key events have translated into tangible business growth and heightened market recognition.

Our sponsorship is an investment to fostering connections and driving growth. We’re proud to support such a dynamic event and look forward to continuing this partnership for years to come.”

Nick Bauer, President and Founder, FCP Euro

For Questions

Angela
Angela Chiang
Director, International Affairs

angela.chiang@autocare.org

 

(240) 333-1057