Sponsorship Prospectus
Discover the Power of Partnership with the NZES–SCBO 2026 Conference.
Join us in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland, Aotearoa New Zealand, for the joint conference of the Te Aka Toro | New Zealand Ecological Society (NZES) and the Society for Conservation Biology Oceania (SCBO).
Conference Theme: Changing the Conversation – Ecology in a Shifting Political Landscape
This event brings together researchers, practitioners, Indigenous leaders, and decision-makers to explore how ecological science and environmental knowledge can inform and respond to the changing political and social context.
Held at Auckland University of Technology (AUT), the NZES–SCBO 2026 Conference offers opportunities for:
• Networking: Connecting with 400+ professionals across ecology, environmental science, policy, and community sectors
• Knowledge exchange: Sharing research, ideas, and approaches across disciplines
• Collaboration: Building partnerships for projects, research, and community initiatives
• Policy engagement: Contributing to discussions that influence environmental decision-making
• Professional growth: Supporting early-career development and cross-sector learning
• Visibility: Showcasing your organisation's work to a diverse and engaged audience
Whether you're looking to support the event, exhibit your work, or connect with leaders in the field, this is a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-looking conversation.
Tiered support options: scroll down for full package details & benefits.
| Partner $8,500 (+GST) | Major $5,500 (+GST) | Supporting $3,500 (+GST) | Exhibitor $1,799 (+GST) | |
| PROFILE Your company logo will appear on: | | |||
- Conference website home page | | |||
| - Conference website sponsors page | | | ||
| - Timetable used throughout the conference | | | | |
| - Holding slide displayed at the conference | | | | |
| - Delegates' conference name tag | | |||
| - On the event app | | | | |
| PUBLICITY Your organisation/company will receive: | ||||
| - Recognition in the event newsletter | | | | |
| - Special highlight on NZES/SCBO social media channels | | |||
| - Verbal recognition by the Conference MC at the opening and closing | | | | |
| NETWORKING BENEFITS | ||||
| - Full conference registrations (can be broken into day passes) | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| - Dinner tickets | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| - Exhibitor pass (dinner at additional cost) | 1 | |||
| SPECIAL OPTIONS | ||||
| - From list below, specific to sponsor tier | 2 | 1 |
All monetary values above are in NZD.
Scroll down for full package details plus more sponsorable options...
| INDIVIDUAL SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS | COST |
| Coffee Cart Sponsor - Exclusive | $6,000 (+GST) |
| Dinner Sponsor - Exclusive | $6,000 (+GST) |
| Poster Reception Sponsor - Exclusive | $4,000 (+GST) |
| Symposium Sponsor | $2,500 (+GST) |
| Student Day Sponsor | $2,500 (+GST) |
| Plenary Sponsor | $2,500 (+GST) |
| Field Trip Sponsor | $2,000 (+GST) |
| Lunch Break Sponsor | $2,000 (+GST) |
| Tea Break Sponsor | $1,000 (+GST) |
| Website advertising - footer banner ad on all website pages 600px x 200px | $500 (+GST) |
All monetary values above are in NZD.
Partner
Investment: $8,500 NZD + GST
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website home page
- Conference website sponsors page, including a description of the organisation/company
- Delegates' conference name tag
- Conference App
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- On the timetable at the conference
- Special highlight in the event newsletter and on NZES/SCBO social media channels
- Verbal recognition by the Conference MC at the Opening and Closing Sessions
- THREE full conference registrations
- THREE dinner tickets
- Choose a special session to support, chair and promote in line with your organisation (to be discussed with organising committee)
- Sponsor a free Public Lecture
- Opening session 3-5min welcome
- Be the named supporter of a student award
Major
Investment: $5,500 NZD + GST
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
- On the timetable at the conference
- Welcome in the event newsletter
- Verbal recognition by the Conference MC at the Opening and Closing
- TWO full conference registrations
- TWO dinner tickets
- Choose a special session to support, chair and promote in line with your organisation (to be discussed with organising committee)
- Introduce a keynote speaker
- Be the named supporter of a student award
Supporting
Investment: $3,500 NZD + GST
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
- On the timetable at the conference
- Welcome in the event newsletter
- Verbal recognition by the Conference MC at the Opening and Closing
- ONE full conference registration
- ONE dinner ticket
Exhibitor
Investment: $1,799 NZD + GST
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
- Space: 3 x 1.2m footprint
- 1 freestanding poster board (width 2.4m)
- Power access & multiboard
- Trestle table, tablecloth & 2 chairs
- One exhibitor registration, which includes attendance at the welcome reception and daily conference catering (dinner and session attendance at additional cost)
- Build new and strengthen existing relationships
- Meet the decision makers and do business face-to-face
- Raise your company profile and position your company as a leader within the field
- Showcase your products and services to delegates in your target market
- Organisations will receive a high level of visibility through the official website and conference marketing materials
- All lunch, morning and afternoon refreshment breaks will be served in and around the exhibition area
Coffee Cart - Exclusive
Investment: $6,000 NZD + GST
- Promoted during Conference as the sponsor of complimentary barista coffee during morning tea and lunch breaks
- One (1) complimentary Conference Registration with invitations to all social activities including the Welcome Reception, Poster Receptions and Conference Dinner
- One (1) sponsor-provided banner displayed at the coffee cart
- Option to supply branded aprons
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Conference Dinner - Exclusive
Investment: $6,000 NZD + GST
- 5-minute presentation on stage at Conference Dinner (5 slides max.; Subject to Committee Approval)
- Naming rights to the Conference Dinner
- Two (2) complimentary Conference Registrations with invitations to all social activities including the Welcome Reception, Poster Reception and Conference Dinner
- Two (2) additional Conference Dinner tickets for guests
- One (1) sponsor-provided banner displayed at Conference Dinner
- Dinner menus branded with sponsor acknowledgement
- Custom slide included in graphics for screen at Conference Dinner
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Poster Reception - Exclusive
Investment: $4,000 NZD + GST
- 3-minute address at Poster Reception or immediately before (verbal only; Subject to Committee Approval)
- Naming rights of the Poster Reception
- One (1) complimentary Conference Registration with invitations to all social activities including the Welcome Reception, Poster Reception and Conference Dinner
- Three (3) additional Poster Reception tickets for guests
- One (1) sponsor-provided banner displayed at the Poster Reception
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Symposium
Investment: $2,500 NZD + GST
- One (1) Free-standing banner in prominent location for the duration of the session
- Recognition as supporter with logo with symposium description on website
- Recognition of session sponsor in programme
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Student Day
Investment: $2,500 NZD + GST
NZES & SCBO includes a Student Day at the start of the conference week to support early-career ecologists connect, prepare for presentations, and learn something helpful to aid their career journey. Join us in helping to support our next generation of ecologists!
- Naming rights of the Student Day
- One free-standing banner in a prominent location for the duration of Student Day
- Verbal acknowledgement of support at Student Day
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Plenary Speaker
Investment: $2,500 NZD+ GST
Your organisation has the opportunity to align itself with one of this year's plenary speakers. You will be offered the chance to introduce the speaker / give a short introduction about your organisation.
- Naming rights of the Plenary Speaker Session
- One free-standing banner in a prominent location for the duration of one plenary session
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Field Trip
Investment: $2,000 NZD + GST
The field trips are very popular with our delegates and are an integral part of the Conference. They take place at the end of the conference week and are a great way for delegates to connect and experience the places, work and expertise in the conference region.
- Naming rights of the Field Trip
- Logo displayed on bus signage
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Catering Break
Lunch Investment: $2,000 NZD + GST
Tea Investment: $1,000 NZD + GST
All breaks are held in the Poster and Exhibition area and provide an opportunity for delegates to network, eat and relax during breaks in the programme. The sponsor of each catered break will receive recognition in the conference session before the relevant breaks, as well as acknowledgement in the conference programme.
- Naming rights of the break
- One free-standing banner in a prominent location for the duration of the break
Your logo will appear on:
- Conference website sponsors page
- On the holding slide, displayed between presentations
- Conference App
Contact
Conferences & Events Ltd
PO Box 24078, Manners Street, Wellington, 6011
+64 4 384 1511
www.confer.co.nz
nzes@confer.co.nz