ONE OCEAN, ONE FUTURE
Drive Impact Through Sponsorship
World’s Premier Marine Mammal Science Conference
The first time in the Society’s history the event that will take place in Latin America.
SMM2026 SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITION PROSPECTUS
The Society for Marine Mammalogy holds its biennial conference every two years and is actively fundraising to ensure the 26th meeting, taking place 19 to 23 October 2026 at the Centro de Convenciones Pedro Rosselló González in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is an outstanding international success.
Our prospectus presents sponsorship and exhibition opportunities designed to maximize your organization’s visibility and engagement with our worldwide community of scientists, NGOs, government, and industry leaders. Sponsorship places your brand at the forefront of the world’s largest gathering dedicated to marine mammal science and conservation, positioning your organization as a trusted leader in advancing ocean sustainability.
The Society for Marine Mammalogy (SMM) holds its biennial conference every two years and is actively fundraising to ensure the 26th meeting, taking place 19 to 23 October 2026 at the Centro de Convenciones Pedro Rosselló González in San Juan, Puerto Rico, is an outstanding international success.
SMM2026 SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITION PROSPECTUS
Our prospectus presents sponsorship and exhibition opportunities designed to maximize your organization’s visibility and engagement with our worldwide community of scientists, NGOs, government, and industry leaders. Sponsorship places your brand at the forefront of the world’s largest gathering dedicated to marine mammal science and conservation, positioning your organization as a trusted leader in advancing ocean sustainability.
Your support also advances social responsibility goals, including United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water.
To view the official conference prospectus, click the image:
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sponsoring the conference and partnering with the SMM through conference sponsorship aligns your organization with global ocean conservation efforts and connects you to a worldwide audience of scientists, NGOs, government leaders, and industry representatives. This partnership offers high visibility across conference programs, exhibits, audiovisual materials, and events, while strengthening your reputation as a committed leader in marine conservation and expanding your network of strategic partners.
PLATINUM
$100,000+ USD
GOLD
Up to $50,000 USD
SILVER
Up to $25,000 USD
BRONZE
Up to $10,000 USD
PLATINUM
$100,000+ USD
GOLD
Up to $50,000 USD
SILVER
Up to $25,000 USD
BRONZE
Up to $10,000 USD
Benefits included with ALL sponsorship options:
• Two complimentary registrations, which include all sessions, refreshment breaks and welcome reception
• Complimentary exhibition booth
• Logo on all promotional material, including the conference app and website, as well as social media
• Signage prominently displayed at the conference
• Powerpoint holding slides displayed during plenary and scientific sessions
Benefits included with ALL sponsorship options:
• Two complimentary registrations, which include all sessions, refreshment breaks and welcome reception
• Complimentary exhibition booth
• Logo on all promotional material, including the conference app and website, as well as social media
• Signage prominently displayed at the conference
• Powerpoint holding slides displayed during plenary and scientific sessions
PLATINUM
$100,000+ USD
Additional benefits include:
• Logo featured on billboards outside the convention center
• Customized benefits aligned with your organization’s objectives
• Extensive media exposure
• Three additional complimentary registrations (for a total of five)
PLATINUM
$100,000+ USD
Additional benefits include:
• Logo featured on billboards outside the convention center
• Customized benefits aligned with your organization’s objectives
• Extensive media exposure
• Three additional complimentary registrations (for a total of five)
GOLD
UP TO $50,000+ USD
Additional benefits include:
• Highly visible branding in key conference areas
• Tailored benefits aligned with your organization’s objectives
• Extensive media exposure
• Two additional complimentary registrations (for a total of four)
GOLD
UP TO $50,000+ USD
Additional benefits include:
• Highly visible branding in key conference areas
• Tailored benefits aligned with your organization’s objectives
• Extensive media exposure
• Two additional complimentary registrations (for a total of four)
SILVER
UP TO $25,000+ USD
Additional benefits include:
• Tailored benefits aligned with your organization’s objectives
• Media exposure
• One additional complimentary registrations (for a total of three)
SILVER
UP TO $25,000+ USD
Additional benefits include:
• Tailored benefits aligned with your organization’s objectives
• Media exposure
• One additional complimentary registrations (for a total of three)
OTHER SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsoring the conference and partnering with the SMM through conference sponsorship aligns your organization with global ocean conservation efforts and connects you to a worldwide audience of scientists, NGOs, government leaders, and industry representatives. This partnership offers high visibility across conference programs, exhibits, audiovisual materials, and events, while strengthening your reputation as a committed leader in marine conservation and expanding your network of strategic partners.
SPECIAL EVENTS*
Make an impact by sponsoring these events:
• Opening Ceremony or Closing Party – $50,000 USD each
• Poster Session and Reception – $35,000 USD
• Conference events – $10,000 USD each (e.g. LGBTQIA+, Movie Night, Student Night)
SPECIAL EVENTS*
Make an impact by sponsoring these events:
• Opening Ceremony or Closing Party – $50,000 USD each
• Poster Session and Reception – $35,000 USD
• Conference events – $10,000 USD each (e.g. LGBTQIA+, Movie Night, Student Night)
SUPPORT*
Amplify Your Impact with These Sponsorships:
• Child Care – $35,000 USD
• Tea and Coffee Breaks – $25,000 USD
• Audio Visual Support – $25,000 USD
SUPPORT*
Amplify Your Impact with These Sponsorships:
• Child Care – $35,000 USD
• Tea and Coffee Breaks – $25,000 USD
• Audio Visual Support – $25,000 USD
* All special event and support sponsorship opportunities include benefits aligned with the corresponding sponsorship level indicated above, ensuring recognition and value consistent with your level of support.
* All special event and support sponsorship opportunities include benefits aligned with the corresponding sponsorship level indicated above, ensuring recognition and value consistent with your level of support.
CONTACT US
Your support helps drive the success of our global Society. We’ll work with you to identify the sponsorship opportunities that deliver the greatest impact and visibility for your organization.
CONTACT THE TEAM
Nataly Castelblanco-Martínez
Scientific Program Co-Chair
El Colegio de la Frontera Sur
Castelblanco@marinemammalscience.org
