The HR &
Benefits Summit
Building Better Workplaces Through Benefits
Partner with us at the region's premier gathering of HR leaders, benefits professionals, and workforce innovators. The HR & Benefits Summit brings together up to 100 attendees for a dynamic day of learning, connection, and discovery — and we invite forward-thinking organizations to join us as sponsors and exhibitors.
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The HR & Benefits Summit
The HR & Benefits Summit brings together HR professionals, benefits administrators, talent leaders, and organizational decision-makers under one roof. As a sponsor or exhibitor, you gain direct access to a curated audience actively seeking solutions, vendors, and partnerships. With a maximum capacity of 100 attendees, every interaction is meaningful and high-value.
Converge Workforce Partners unifies the critical components of the modern workforce ecosystem - HR, employee benefits, compliance, and advisory services - into a single, strategic platform that supports organizations at every stage of growth. We aim to design and deliver high-impact workforce-related programs and events, including an annual conference with a broader vision to serve as a centralized hub where businesses can access integrated solutions such as employee benefits guidance, online learning, HR templates and document libraries, employment law resources, and employee assistance services. By converging these services into a single, accessible platform, we aim to simplify how organizations manage and invest in their people while enhancing operational efficiency, compliance, and employee experience. Through this approach, Converge Workforce Partners positions itself not just as a service provider, but as a trusted partner helping organizations build stronger, more resilient, and future-ready workforces.
Max Attendees
Intimate, high-quality audience of HR and benefits professionals
Sponsorship Tiers
Premier, Gold, and Silver levels to fit your goals
Event Sponsorships
Premier, Gold, and Silver levels to fit your goals
Exhibitor Options
Premier and Standard exhibitor placements available
Why Sponsor the
HR & Benefits Summit?
This event is your direct pipeline to HR decision-makers, benefits administrators, and talent leaders actively seeking solutions. Whether your goal is brand awareness, lead generation, or thought leadership, our tiered sponsorship and exhibitor packages are designed to deliver measurable value.
The HR & Benefits Summit
Converge Workforce Partners unifies the critical components of the modern workforce ecosystem - HR, employee benefits, compliance, and advisory services - into a single, strategic platform that supports organizations at every stage of growth. We aim to design and deliver high-impact workforce-related programs and events, including an annual conference with a broader vision to serve as a centralized hub where businesses can access integrated solutions such as employee benefits guidance, online learning, HR templates and document libraries, employment law resources, and employee assistance services. By converging these services into a single, accessible platform, we aim to simplify how organizations manage and invest in their people while enhancing operational efficiency, compliance, and employee experience. Through this approach, Converge Workforce Partners positions itself not just as a service provider, but as a trusted partner helping organizations build stronger, more resilient, and future-ready workforces.
Max Attendees
Intimate, high-quality audience of HR and benefits professionals
Sponsorship Tiers
Premier, Gold, and Silver levels to fit your goals
Event Sponsorships
Premier, Gold, and Silver levels to fit your goals
Exhibitor Options
Premier and Standard exhibitor placements available
Why Sponsor the
HR & Benefits Summit?
This event is your direct pipeline to HR decision-makers, benefits administrators, and talent leaders actively seeking solutions. Whether your goal is brand awareness, lead generation, or thought leadership, our tiered sponsorship and exhibitor packages are designed to deliver measurable value.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Meet the Organizers
The HR & Benefits Summit is co-produced by two seasoned professionals whose combined expertise in HR consulting and employee benefits creates a uniquely integrated conference experience.
Originally from Cameroon and raised in New York City, Edgar Ndjatou is a DC-based workers' rights advocate passionate about creating efficient workplaces that value fair treatment, trust, and open communication. He specializes in assisting organizations in making competent HR decisions, strategizing innovative policies and procedures, and navigating difficult situations through alternative dispute resolution.
Edgar Ndjatou
Owner, Officium | HR Consultant
Chris Farmer is the founder of Integral Benefits Group, a health and life insurance agency dedicated to delivering high-impact employee benefits solutions with a service-first approach. With extensive experience in health insurance, Medicare, and group benefits, Chris has built his organization around a simple but often overlooked principle: exceptional service drives better outcomes for both employers and employees.
Chris Farmer
Founder, Integral Benefits Group
Agenda & Speakers
| 7:30 AM | Exhibitor Set-Up | |
| 8:30 AM | Registration Opens, Breakfast & Networking | |
| 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM | Opening Session | |
| 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM | Panel One: Edgar Ndjatou & Christopher Farmer | The Total Employee Experience: Where HR Strategy and Benefits Strategy Meet Exploring how HR practices and benefits design work together to improve retention, compliance, employee engagement, and workforce stability. |
| 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM | Break | |
| 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM | Panel Two: Speakers to be Confirmed | Doing More With Less: Delivering Competitive Benefits on a Tight Budget Focusing on practical strategies employers can use to deliver meaningful benefits, manage costs, improve communication, and strengthen workforce outcomes in challenging economic environments. |
| 12:15 PM - 1:30 PM | Lunch & Networking | |
| 01:30 PM - 02:30 PM | Panel Three: Sara Evans, Kelly Lynn Burchell & Ruvi Makuni | One Strategy, Not Two: Integrating Benefits Design with HR Practices Across Life Stages and Generations Examining life-stage workforce planning, women's health and menopause, mental health, pay transparency, career mobility, and retention through a combined HR and benefits lens. |
| 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM | Break | |
| 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM | Panel Four: Wendy Jeffries and Melissa Gutierrez | Doing Good Business: Building a Corporate Responsibility Program That Fits Your Budget Exploring how organizations of all sizes can create meaningful community impact, strengthen employee engagement, support workforce development, and build stronger employer brands through practical and affordable corporate responsibility initiatives. |
| 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM | Networking Reception |
Why Participate
This event is more than just visibility; it is a strategic opportunity to:
- Connect with organizational decision-makers
- Amplify your brand across event signage, digital materials, and marketing channels
- Generate high-quality leads through direct engagement and post-event follow-up opportunities
- Position your organization as a thought leader, including speaking opportunities for select partners
We would welcome the opportunity to discuss sponsorship opportunities, exhibitor participation, and potential panel involvement.
Sponsorship & Exhibitor Opportunities
Available opportunities include:
- Presenting Partner ($2,500)
- Gold Sponsor ($2,000)
- Silver Sponsor ($1,500)
- Exclusive Event Sponsorships (Breakfast, Lunch, Reception)
- Exhibitor Opportunities ($1,250–$1,500)
- Brand Visibility Opportunities ($200–$1,000)
Sponsors receive varying levels of visibility, networking access, exhibit opportunities, and recognition throughout the event and associated marketing efforts.
Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities are limited and expected to fill quickly, particularly for presenting, exclusive, and premier visibility opportunities.
Premier
Sponsorship Level
Top Tier
Limited to 6
Presenting Partner
$2,500
The only sponsorship tier eligible for speaking participation. Serve as a Moderator or Panelist for one breakout session and position your brand at the center of the conversation. This is the highest-visibility partnership available at the summit.
Exclusive
Speaking Access
Speaking participation is exclusively reserved for Presenting Partners. Secure one of only 6 available slots before they're gone.
Core Sponsorship Levels
Our Gold and Silver sponsorships offer exceptional brand visibility and attendee engagement opportunities at accessible price points. Both tiers include exhibit table access and strong logo placement across all major event touchpoints.
Gold Sponsor
$2,000
Strong presence and brand recognition throughout the event experience.
Silver Sponsor
$1,500
A cost-effective entry into sponsorship with solid visibility and on-site presence.
Event-Specific Sponsorships
Exclusive Visibility Opportunities
No Speaking Privileges
Own a defining moment of the summit. Each event-specific sponsorship is 100% exclusive — only one organization per event element. These high-impact opportunities deliver maximum brand exposure at the moments attendees are most engaged and receptive.
Exclusive
Lunch Sponsor
$2,500
Exclusive
Reception Sponsor
$3,500
Exclusive
Breakfast Sponsor
$2,000
Exhibitor Opportunities
Secure your place on the exhibit floor and put your products, services, and team directly in front of HR and benefits decision-makers. Exhibitor spots are limited — don't wait to reserve your table.
Premier Exhibitor
$1,500
Limited to 4
Standard Exhibitor
$1,250
Limited to 6
Brand Visibility Sponsorships
No Exhibit Table
No Speaking
Pure Brand Presence
Not ready for a full exhibit commitment? Our Brand Visibility options are perfect for organizations that want to establish presence, build awareness, and get in front of the right audience — at a fraction of the cost. Ideal for vendors exploring the market or building long-term brand recognition.
Visibility Sponsor
$1,000
Logo on website sponsor page, in digital program, on sponsor slide, and recognition in one marketing email to all registered attendees.
Brand Listing
$500
Entry-level visibility. Logo placement on website sponsor page, included in digital program, and name listed on the sponsor slide. No registrations included.
Quarter Page Ad
$200
Entry-level digital presence. Quarter-page advertisement placed in the official digital program distributed to all attendees. No registrations included.
Sponsorship Comparison at a Glance
Use this overview to quickly identify the package that best aligns with your goals, budget, and desired level of engagement at the HR & Benefits Summit
| PACKAGE | PRICE | REGISTRATIONS | EXHIBIT TABLE | SPEAKING | PROGRAM AD | SOCIAL POSTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Presenting Partner | $2,500 | 3 | Premium | YES | Half Page | 4 |
| Gold Sponsor | $2,000 | 2 | Standard | NO | Quarter Page | 3 |
| Silver Sponsor | $1,500 | 2 | Standard | NO | Quarter Page | 2 |
| Lunch Sponsor | $2,500 | 3 | Premium | NO | Half Page | 3 |
| Reception Sponsor | $3,500 | 3 | Premium | NO | Half Page | 3 |
| Breakfast Sponsor | $2,000 | 2 | Standard | NO | Quarter Page | 2 |
| Premier Exhibitor | $1,500 | 2 | Premium | NO | Listing Only | 1 |
| Standard Exhibitor | $1,250 | 3 | Standard | NO | Listing Only | 1 |
| Visibility Sponsor | $1,000 | 3 | No | NO | Logo Only | - |
| Brand Listing Sponsor | $500 | 3 | No | NO | Logo Only | - |
| Quarter Page Ad | $200 | 3 | No | NO | Quarter Page | - |
General Admission Pricing
Maximum Occupancy: 100 Attendees
Attendance is capped at 100 professionals, ensuring an intimate, high-quality experience. Encourage your clients, partners, and team members to register early — the first ticket tier sells out fast.
$150
Early Bird
First 40 tickets only. Best value — register now before this tier closes.
$185
Regular Rate
Standard registration once early bird tickets are sold
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$200
Final Tier
Late registration rate as the event approaches
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$160
Group Rate
Per person for groups of 3 or more. Great for teams attending together.
Secure Your Sponsorship Today
Spots at the HR & Benefits Summit are strictly limited — especially at the premier and exclusive event tiers. We'd love to partner with your organization and help you make the most of this unique opportunity to engage with the HR and benefits community.
Reserve Early
Speaking slots, event-exclusive sponsorships, and premier exhibitor tables are first-come, first-served. Don't miss your preferred tier.
Get in Touch
Contact our sponsorship team to discuss which package best meets your goals, or to ask about custom visibility options.
Confirm & Commit
A signed agreement and deposit locks in your sponsorship tier and secures all benefits listed in your selected package.
