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Thought Leadership
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This sales strategy often results in significant unsold inventory, servicing challenges, and low average annual rights fees. If your"},{"id":"1589","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/emerging-categories-spring-2025\/","name":"emerging-categories-spring-2025","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Spring 2025 Emerging Categories","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 15:41:36","modifiedDate":"2026-02-02 11:35:48","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-02-02 16:35:48","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/emerging-brand-categories\/' rel='post_tag'>Emerging Brand Categories<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":37},"status":"publish","content":"EMERGING SPONSORSHIP CATEGORIESmerging \u2014 THE LATEST TRENDS IN SPRING 2025 8 Emerging Brand Categories Over the past few years, brand categories such as Affordable Sunglasses, Prebiotic Sodas, and Hot Chicken Restaurants have significantly increased their presence in traditional sports and entertainment sponsorship. Interested in learning more about key players in each category and their major sponsorship"},{"id":"2009","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2024\/08\/14\/demystifying-sponsorship\/","name":"demystifying-sponsorship","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Demystifying Sponsorship","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Aug 14, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-08-14 18:56:00","modifiedDate":"2026-01-23 13:59:19","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-23 18:59:19","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/sponsorship\/' rel='post_tag'>Sponsorship<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":1,"sec":1},"status":"publish","content":"DEMYSTIFYING SPONSORSHIP Sponsorship is a strategic alliance between a brand and a property, such as a team, event, or cause. This partnership offers mutual benefits. For brands, sponsorship provides a platform to reach a targeted audience, enhance brand image, and increase brand awareness. Properties benefit from additional revenue streams, increased visibility, and opportunities to share their"},{"id":"1996","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2024\/08\/14\/sponsorship-basics\/","name":"sponsorship-basics","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Sponsorship Basics","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Aug 14, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-08-14 18:33:00","modifiedDate":"2026-01-22 13:34:45","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-22 18:34:45","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/sponsorship\/' rel='post_tag'>Sponsorship<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":1,"sec":42},"status":"publish","content":"SPONSORSHIP BASICS What is Sponsorship? At its core, sponsorship is a mutually beneficial alliance between two parties: the sponsor (a brand or company) and the sponsoree (an event, team, or individual). The sponsor provides financial or in-kind support in exchange for specific rights and benefits. Why Partner Up? Sponsorship offers a unique opportunity for both brands"},{"id":"2007","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2024\/08\/08\/the-sponsorship-lifecycle\/","name":"the-sponsorship-lifecycle","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"The Sponsorship Lifecycle","author":{"name":"Lisandro Neris","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/lisandroengineshopagency-com\/"},"date":"Aug 8, 2024","dateGMT":"2024-08-08 18:55:00","modifiedDate":"2026-01-23 14:56:46","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-23 19:56:46","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/thought-leadership\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Thought Leadership<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/sponsorship\/' rel='post_tag'>Sponsorship<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":1,"sec":19},"status":"publish","content":"THE SPONSORSHIP LIFECYCLE Sponsorship is a dynamic process that unfolds in stages, from initial conception to potential renewal. Understanding this lifecycle is crucial for maximizing the benefits of a partnership. The journey begins with identifying clear objectives for the brand and the property. Once goals are defined, the search for a compatible partner commences. A thorough"}]
End of Season Reports
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The NFL remains on top, surpassing $2.0B in sponsorship revenue for the"},{"id":"1541","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/nhl-2024-25-season-sponsorship-snapshot\/","name":"nhl-2024-25-season-sponsorship-snapshot","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2024-25 NHL Season","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 14:33:49","modifiedDate":"2026-01-23 15:15:43","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-23 20:15:43","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nhl\/' rel='post_tag'>NHL<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nhl-season\/' rel='post_tag'>NHL Season<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":37},"status":"publish","content":"NHL 2024-25 SEASON SPONSORSHIP SNAPSHOT NHL 2024-25 Season - Sponsorship Snapshot Brands spent more than $1.64B sponsoring the NHL and its 32 teams during the 2024-25 season. The introduction of jersey patch placements in the 2022-23 season has significantly boosted the league's sponsorship revenue. Notably, the 2024-25 season marks the first time that revenue from jersey"},{"id":"1522","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/17\/2025-mlb-season\/","name":"2025-mlb-season","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2025 MLB Season","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 17, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-17 15:57:32","modifiedDate":"2026-01-23 15:06:15","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-23 20:06:15","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/mlb\/' rel='post_tag'>MLB<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/mlb-season\/' rel='post_tag'>MLB SEASON<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":39},"status":"publish","content":"2025 MLB SPONSORSHIP SNAPSHOT 2025 MLB Season Sponsorship Snapshot Brands spent more than $1.78B sponsoring the MLB and its 30 teams during the 2025 season. The introduction of jersey patch placements in 2023 has significantly increased team revenue, with only two teams lacking a jersey patch partner at the end of the 2025 season. The total"},{"id":"1277","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/07\/01\/2024-2025-nba-season\/","name":"2024-2025-nba-season","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2024 - 2025 NBA Season","author":{"name":"Treeva Royes","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/treevaengineshopagency-com\/"},"date":"Jul 1, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-07-01 19:54:20","modifiedDate":"2026-01-23 15:14:16","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-23 20:14:16","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nba\/' rel='post_tag'>NBA<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nba-season\/' rel='post_tag'>NBA Season<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":18},"status":"publish","content":"2024-2025 NBA SPONSORSHIP SNAPSHOT NBA Season 2024-25: 2024 Sponsorship Snapshot IEG\u2019s sponsorship report on the 2024-25 NBA Season highlighting the most active brands and market trends. To view the full Infographic, click the image below. WHY IEG? We will make a difference in your business. Our sponsorship strategy begins with a consultation to tailor a solution"},{"id":"1239","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/06\/30\/2023-2024-nba-season\/","name":"2023-2024-nba-season","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2023 - 2024 NBA Season","author":{"name":"Treeva Royes","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/treevaengineshopagency-com\/"},"date":"Jun 30, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-06-30 20:48:00","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 11:07:11","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 16:07:11","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nba\/' rel='post_tag'>NBA<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nba-season\/' rel='post_tag'>NBA Season<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":19},"status":"publish","content":"2023- 2024 NBA SPONSORSHIP SNAPSHOT NBA Season 2023-24: 2024 Sponsorship Snapshot IEG\u2019s sponsorship report on the 2023-24 NBA Season highlighting the most active brands and market trends. To view the full Infographic, click the image below. WHY IEG? We will make a difference in your business. Our sponsorship strategy begins with a consultation to tailor a"},{"id":"818","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/04\/16\/2024-2025-nfl-season\/","name":"2024-2025-nfl-season","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2024 - 2025 NFL Season","author":{"name":"Treeva Royes","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/treevaengineshopagency-com\/"},"date":"Apr 16, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-04-16 17:46:03","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 11:06:18","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 16:06:18","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nfl\/' rel='post_tag'>NFL<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/nfl-season\/' rel='post_tag'>NFL Season<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":18},"status":"publish","content":"NFL SEASON 2024 - 2025 NFL Season: Sponsorship Snapshot IEG\u2019s sponsorship report on the 2024-205 NFL Season highlighting the most active brands and market trends. To view the full Infographic, click the image below. WHY IEG? We will make a difference in your business. Our sponsorship strategy begins with a consultation to tailor a solution to"},{"id":"803","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/04\/16\/2024-mls-season\/","name":"2024-mls-season","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2024 MLS Season","author":{"name":"Treeva Royes","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/treevaengineshopagency-com\/"},"date":"Apr 16, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-04-16 17:27:06","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 11:08:08","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 16:08:08","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/mls\/' rel='post_tag'>MLS<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/mls-season\/' rel='post_tag'>MLS Season<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":18},"status":"publish","content":"MLS SEASON 2024 MLS Season: Sponsorship Snapshot IEG\u2019s sponsorship report on the 2024 MLS Season highlighting the most active brands and market trends. To view the full Infographic, click the image below. WHY IEG? We will make a difference in your business. Our sponsorship strategy begins with a consultation to tailor a solution to your goals."},{"id":"788","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/04\/16\/mlb-season\/","name":"mlb-season","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2024 MLB Season","author":{"name":"Treeva Royes","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/treevaengineshopagency-com\/"},"date":"Apr 16, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-04-16 17:02:31","modifiedDate":"2026-01-23 15:09:01","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-23 20:09:01","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/end-of-season-reports\/\" rel=\"category tag\">End of Season Reports<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/uncategorized\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Uncategorized<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/mlb\/' rel='post_tag'>MLB<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/mlb-season\/' rel='post_tag'>MLB SEASON<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":18},"status":"publish","content":"MLB SEASON 2024 MLB Season: Sponsorship Snapshot IEG\u2019s sponsorship report on the 2024 MLB Season highlighting the most active brands and market trends. To view the full Infographic, click the image below. WHY IEG? We will make a difference in your business. Our sponsorship strategy begins with a consultation to tailor a solution to your goals."}]
Category & Property Trends
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IEG\u2019s 2025 Music Festivals Sector Report highlights the brands and categories that invest the most and sponsor the greatest number of festivals, and examines how sponsorship trends differ across various festival genres. Take a"},{"id":"1632","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/2024-museums\/","name":"2024-museums","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2024 Museums","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 20:55:38","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 12:33:01","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 17:33:01","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/museums\/' rel='post_tag'>Museums<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/trends\/' rel='post_tag'>Trends<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":27},"status":"publish","content":"2024 MUSEUMS CORPORATE PARTNERSHIPS SNAPSHOT 2024 Museum Sector Report Bank of America topped the charts as the most active sponsor of U.S. museums last year. But they\u2019re not alone\u2014our latest report highlights the brands and categories partnering with art, science, history, and children\u2019s museums. We also dig into how these institutions can grow their partner networks"},{"id":"1599","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/tennis-2025\/","name":"tennis-2025","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2025 Tennis","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 20:31:00","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 12:33:11","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 17:33:11","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/tennis\/' rel='post_tag'>tennis<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/trends\/' rel='post_tag'>Trends<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":30},"status":"publish","content":"TENNIS: 2025 SECTOR REPORT Tennis Category Report - 2025 As the US Open heats up, so does the business behind the game. Since July 2024, U.S. tournaments have driven $205M+ in sponsorship spend, while the Grand Slams have topped $315M\u2014with Emirates leading the way as the top sponsor. IEG\u2019s latest report unpacks the brands and trends"},{"id":"1594","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/2025-casinos-category-report\/","name":"2025-casinos-category-report","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2025 Casinos","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 16:00:32","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 12:33:19","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 17:33:19","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/casinos\/' rel='post_tag'>Casinos<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/trends\/' rel='post_tag'>Trends<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":35},"status":"publish","content":"2025 CASINOS CATEGORY REPORT Casinos Category Report - 2025 Casinos are going all in on sports \u2014 and Caesars is leading the way. Investing more than $270M annually in sponsorship rights fees, the industry is placing major bets on official league-wide deals, venue naming rights, and team uniform placements to achieve key marketing and business goals."},{"id":"1561","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/2025-insurance\/","name":"2025-insurance","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"2025 Insurance","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 15:20:40","modifiedDate":"2026-01-26 12:33:32","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-01-26 17:33:32","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/category-property-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Category & Property Trends<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/insurance-report\/' rel='post_tag'>Insurance Report<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/sponsorship\/' rel='post_tag'>Sponsorship<\/a><a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/trends\/' rel='post_tag'>Trends<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":0,"sec":26},"status":"publish","content":"2025 INSURANCE CATEGORY REPORT 2025 Insurance: Sponsorship Snapshot Insurance brands in the United States are spending over $675M annually on sponsorships. IEG's latest report on this category highlights the most active brands, outlines which companies are investing the most money, and details the types of properties they are sponsoring, among other insights. 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Sponsorship Deals to Know
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9 Steps to Successfully Execute a Sponsorship
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It is where you have the greatest ability to align and aim your resources to hit your objectives. Sponsors that devote the proper thought and"},{"id":"1652","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/step-3-negotiation-prep-to-maximize-roi\/","name":"step-3-negotiation-prep-to-maximize-roi","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Step 3: Negotiation Prep To Maximize ROI","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 21:17:22","modifiedDate":"2026-02-02 11:49:55","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-02-02 16:49:55","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/9-steps-to-successfully-execute-a-sponsorship\/\" rel=\"category tag\">9 Steps to Successfully Execute a Sponsorship<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/9-steps-to-successfully-execute-a-sponsorship\/\" rel=\"category tag\">9 Steps to Successfully Execute a Sponsorship<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/sponsorship-execution\/' rel='post_tag'>Sponsorship Execution<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":6,"sec":3},"status":"publish","content":"Step 3: Sponsorship Negotiation Preparation to Maximize ROI Once you receive a proposal from a property that is a good fit you must keep in mind you are not at the finish line. The brunt of the evaluation and necessary due diligence is ahead. There can"},{"id":"1654","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/2025\/10\/21\/step-4-sponsors-must-do-their-share-to-maximize-performance\/","name":"step-4-sponsors-must-do-their-share-to-maximize-performance","thumbnail":{"url":false,"alt":false},"title":"Step 4: Sponsors Must Do Their Share to Maximize Performance","author":{"name":"Megan McGinnis","link":"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/author\/mmcginnisiegworld-com\/"},"date":"Oct 21, 2025","dateGMT":"2025-10-21 21:20:07","modifiedDate":"2026-02-02 11:51:16","modifiedDateGMT":"2026-02-02 16:51:16","commentCount":"0","commentStatus":"closed","categories":{"coma":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/9-steps-to-successfully-execute-a-sponsorship\/\" rel=\"category tag\">9 Steps to Successfully Execute a Sponsorship<\/a>","space":"<a href=\"https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/category\/9-steps-to-successfully-execute-a-sponsorship\/\" rel=\"category tag\">9 Steps to Successfully Execute a Sponsorship<\/a>"},"taxonomies":{"post_tag":"<a href='https:\/\/sponsorship.com\/tag\/sponsorship-execution\/' rel='post_tag'>Sponsorship Execution<\/a>"},"readTime":{"min":2,"sec":33},"status":"publish","content":"Step 4: Sponsorship Activation Strategies to Maximize Performance In-Deal Best Practices to Maximize Impact Once a sponsorship agreement is signed, certain benefits are locked in with limited creative flexibility (e.g. entitlements, signage, ad units, etc.). 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