Sponsorships

Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 | Venetian Hotel

Be part of one of the most prestigious events at AAPEX. The Import Vehicle Community’s Luncheon and Awards Program brings together top industry executives for a program that includes a timely industry update and recognition of individuals who have made significant contributions to the import automotive aftermarket. Sponsorship highlights:

Luncheon Event Experience and Visibility at AAPEX
- Opportunity to show a 1-minute promotional video (provided by sponsor) or deliver a 10-minute presentation on a topic relevant to the import aftermarket*
- One sponsor-produced collateral piece placed at each attendee’s seat*
- Logo and “Sponsored by [Company Name]” printed in the luncheon program placed at each seat
- Logo displayed on event podium
- Logo placement on stage signage at the Luncheon and Awards Program
- Logo featured on luncheon invitations and tickets
- Logo included in sponsor recognition slideshow presented during the luncheon
- Logo, sponsor name, 50-word description (in 3–4 bullet points), and contact information included in the printed luncheon program placed at each attendee’s seat
- Prominent logo placement on event signage located outside the luncheon venue in high-traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the Luncheon and Awards Program

Networking Reception Experience and Visibility at AAPEX
- Logo featured on Fabulous Networking Reception invitations and tickets
- Logo included in slideshow looped during the reception recognizing all sponsors
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located inside and outside the reception venue in high-traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Sponsor logo, link, and 50-word description featured on the Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage
- Inclusion in pre-event email promotions with logo and 50-word sponsor description
- Sponsor recognition ribbons for AAPEX attendee badges
- Year-round logo visibility on Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage (July–June)
- Recognition during Import Vehicle Community-hosted programming and Community Forum discussions at Auto Care Association Leadership Days

*All presentation topics and collateral are subject to approval by the Import Vehicle Community Leadership Council.

Tuesday, Nov. 4 - Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025 | AAPEX, Venetian Ballroom, Auto Care Association Resource Booth #A41001

The Import Product and Marketing Awards recognize innovative products and marketing programs developed to serve the import aftermarket. As a sponsor, your company will receive three full days of high-impact brand exposure on the AAPEX show floor—reaching more than 163,000 automotive aftermarket professionals. Sponsorship highlights:

Awards Showcase Visibility at AAPEX
- Logo and “Sponsored by [Company Name]” displayed on multiple product and marketing award showcases located at the Auto Care Association Resource Booth
- Verbal recognition by the emcee during the award winners’ presentation and press conference on Tuesday, November 4 at the Auto Care Association Resource Booth
- Logo featured in a video highlighting the award winners, shown during the Luncheon and Awards Program

Luncheon Experience and Visibility
- Logo placement on stage signage at the Luncheon and Awards Program
- Logo featured on luncheon invitations and tickets
- Logo included in sponsor recognition slideshow presented during the luncheon
- Full-page sponsor recognition in printed luncheon program placed at each attendee’s seat
- Prominent logo placement on event signage located outside the luncheon venue in high-traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the Luncheon and Awards Program

Networking Reception Experience and Visibility
- Logo featured on reception invitations and tickets
- Logo included in slideshow looped during the reception recognizing all sponsors
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located inside and outside the reception venue in high-traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Promotional video (provided by sponsor), logo, link, and 50-word sponsor description featured on the Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage
- Logo and sponsor description included in pre-event email promotions
- Sponsor recognition ribbons for AAPEX attendee badges
- Year-round logo visibility on the Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage (July–June)
- Recognition during Import Vehicle Community-hosted programming and Community Forum discussions at Auto Care Association Leadership Days

The Import Vehicle Community offers Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsorship opportunities to help member companies enhance their visibility and strengthen their brand presence among key professionals in the import automotive aftermarket. Sponsorship highlights:

Luncheon Experience and Visibility
- Logo placement on stage signage at the Luncheon and Awards Program
- Logo featured on luncheon invitations and tickets
- Logo included in sponsor recognition slideshow presented during the luncheon
- Logo, sponsor name, 50-word description (in 3–4 bullet points), and contact information included in the printed luncheon program placed at each attendee’s seat
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located outside the luncheon venue in high-traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the Luncheon and Awards Program

Networking Reception Experience and Visibility
- Logo featured on reception invitations and tickets
- Logo included in slideshow looped during the reception recognizing all sponsors
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located inside and outside the reception venue in high-traffic areas
- 15 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Logo featured in pre-event email promotions
- Sponsor recognition ribbons for AAPEX attendee badges
- Discounted entry fee for the Import Product and Marketing Awards Program (for AAPEX exhibitors)
- Year-round logo visibility on the Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage (July–June)
- Recognition during Import Vehicle Community-hosted programming and Community Forum discussions at Auto Care Association Leadership Days

The Import Vehicle Community offers Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsorship opportunities to help member companies increase visibility and build brand recognition among key professionals in the import automotive aftermarket. Sponsorship highlights:

Luncheon Experience and Visibility
- Logo placement on stage signage at the Luncheon and Awards Program
- Sponsor name listed on luncheon invitations and tickets
- Logo included in sponsor recognition slideshow presented during the luncheon
- Sponsor name, 30-word description (in 2 bullet points), and contact information included in the printed luncheon program placed at each attendee’s seat
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located outside the luncheon venue in high-traffic areas
- 5 tickets to the Luncheon and Awards Program

Networking Reception Experience and Visibility
- Sponsor name listed on reception invitations and tickets
- Logo included in slideshow looped during the reception recognizing all sponsors
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located inside and outside the reception venue in high-traffic areas
- 10 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Logo featured in pre-event email promotions
- Sponsor recognition ribbons for AAPEX attendee badges
- Discounted entry fee for the Import Product and Marketing Awards Program (for AAPEX exhibitors)
- Year-round logo visibility on the Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage (July–June)
- Recognition during Import Vehicle Community-hosted programming and Community Forum discussions at Auto Care Association Leadership Days

The Import Vehicle Community offers Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsorship opportunities to help member companies elevate brand visibility and connect with key professionals in the import automotive aftermarket. Sponsorship highlights:

Luncheon Experience and Visibility
- Logo placement on stage signage at the Luncheon and Awards Program
- Sponsor name listed on luncheon invitations and tickets
- Logo included in sponsor recognition slideshow presented during the luncheon
- Sponsor name, 15-word description (1 bullet point), and contact information included in the printed luncheon program placed at each attendee’s seat
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located outside the luncheon venue in high-traffic areas
- 2 tickets to the Luncheon and Awards Program

Networking Reception Experience and Visibility
- Sponsor name listed on reception invitations and tickets
- Logo included in slideshow looped during the reception recognizing all sponsors
- Tiered logo placement on event signage located inside and outside the reception venue in high-traffic areas
- 5 tickets to the Fabulous Networking Reception

Additional Sponsor Benefits and Year-Round Visibility
- Logo featured in pre-event email promotions
- Sponsor recognition ribbons for AAPEX attendee badges
- Discounted entry fee for the Import Product and Marketing Awards Program (for AAPEX exhibitors)
- Year-round logo visibility on the Import Vehicle Community sponsor webpage (July–June)
- Recognition during Import Vehicle Community-hosted programming and Community Forum discussions at Auto Care Association Leadership Days

Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025 | Venetian Hotel

The Fabulous Networking Reception is the premier networking event at AAPEX for the import automotive community, bringing together executives from across the global aftermarket. Enhance your company’s brand presence by sponsoring one of our exclusive bar stations. Sponsorship highlights:

- Branded half-meter board sign prominently displayed at your sponsored bar station
- Custom high-quality cocktail napkins featuring your logo or message
- Branded cocktail stirrers with your company logo at your sponsored bar
- Additional 8.5” x 11” sign at the bar for enhanced sponsor visibility

Availability:
Limited to 6 bar sponsorships, available first-come, first-served as an add-on to Premier, Gold, Silver, or Bronze packages. Any remaining slots will be open to non-sponsors starting September 1 at $2,500.