Enhanced Sponsorship Opportunities Announced for 2024 Auto Care Connect

March 7, 2024
By Zoi' Holloway


BETHESDA, Md. – March 7, 2024 – The Auto Care Association today announced the Connect 2024 introduction of a range of new sponsorship opportunities for its upcoming 2024 Auto Care Connect conference event, the premier event in the automotive industry. Auto Care Connect (“Connect”), taking place May 5-8 in downtown Chicago, annually brings together professionals from across the auto care sector. Connect offers a unique platform for companies to showcase their brand, products, and services to a targeted audience of key industry leaders and enthusiasts.  

Benefits of a 2024 Auto Care Connect sponsorship package include: 

Unparalleled Exposure: As a sponsor of Auto Care Connect, brands will gain unparalleled exposure to a concentrated market of automotive professionals, including manufacturers, suppliers, retailers and service providers. The Auto Care Association’s comprehensive marketing and promotional efforts ensure your brand is front and center in the lead-up to, during, and after the event. 

Exclusive Networking Opportunities: Sponsorship at Auto Care Connect opens the door to invaluable networking opportunities. Companies can connect with potential clients, forge new partnerships, and strengthen existing relationships as they interact with the industry's best and brightest.  

Educational Impact: By sponsoring Auto Care Connect, brands collectively contribute to the professional development of the industry. The conference features workshops, seminars, and keynote speeches from renowned corporate influencers, covering the latest trends, technologies, and strategies. Connect 2024 will feature an unprecedented lineup of three professional keynote speakers, marking a significant milestone in the event's evolution. As a sponsor, brands can position their companies as a thought leader, committed to advancing the industry. 

Enhanced Brand Recognition: Sponsorship elevates companies, setting them apart as a leader in the automotive sector. Companies will be prominently featured in event signage, the official event program, the Auto Care website, and across social media channels, ensuring high visibility among a relevant audience. 

Supporting the Industry: Sponsorship dollars don’t just go towards the event – they are used to support the critical programs and projects of the association, including the fight for Right to Repair, addressing the technician shortage and evolving exclusive data tools such as TrendLens™ and Demand Index. 

Exclusive Benefits: Sponsors enjoy exclusive benefits, including the opportunity to speak at the event, complimentary tickets, and much more. These perks not only enhance brand experience at the event but also provide additional channels to highlight brands. 

Customizable Results: Understanding that each company has unique marketing goals and budgets, the Auto Care Association offers a variety of sponsorship packages for Connect. From presenting sponsorships to exhibit space, and from branded sessions to digital advertising, the association works with companies to customize a package that meets their objectives and maximizes ROI. 

Auto Care Connect is more than an event; it's an opportunity to elevate brands, connect with industry leaders and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of auto care.  

For more information about 2024 Auto Care Connect sponsorship opportunities, visit autocare.org/sponsor-connect or contact the sponsorship team at meetingsevents@autocare.org