HELLO!
We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to be an esteemed sponsor and partner at the SXSW Continuing Legal Education track, scheduled for March 12-14 at the Hilton Downtown Austin.
It is with great intention that we seek to invest in and build a lasting relationship with you, with a mutual commitment to innovation, responsible leadership, and convergence, we can make this an ideal partnership.
This esteemed event, a global hub for legal professionals, draws over 500 attendees including General Counsels from top-tier firms, leading attorneys for major VCs and financial institutions, C-suite executives, and influential political figures.
Our position as a beacon for creativity, discovery, and education uniquely positions us to create opportunities. We eagerly await the possibility of collaborating with you at this prestigious gathering and look forward to the potential impact of our combined efforts in shaping the future of the legal industry.
ATTENDEES
"Our event is a beacon for high-caliber professionals, including trailblazers in technology, legal ethics, and corporate innovation, as well as prominent figures from the financial and entertainment industries. Our speakers' roster reads like a who's who of the Fortune 500 realm, making it a magnet for high-income attendees who are shaping the future of law and technology."
Alex Shahrestani
Managing Partner, Promise Legal
CLE Director, SXSW 2024
SXSW
“The growth and history of the festival is intertwined with the fortunes and counterculture identity of this city of outsiders, nonconformists, dreamers, oddballs and smart-as-a-whip folk with audaciously progressive ideas and even bolder ambitions.”
-Washington Post-
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“...one of the foremost gatherings of tech-oriented, young and influential leaders…”
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“It was, like much of SXSW, a tacit acknowledgment that while there can be plenty of advantages to online connections, ultimately there’s more power in actual conversations.”
-Los Angeles Times-
“... the conference provides an exclusive forum for everything from learning how to become a better marketer to getting funding for your tech startup to networking with potential business partners or colleagues.”
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CLE
Elevate your brand by sponsoring an innovative CLE experience at SXSW, where the vibrancy of a global festival meets the rigor of legal education. Our program reshapes the typical CLE narrative, offering sponsors a chance to engage with a diverse group of high-caliber legal professionals committed to fulfilling their continuing education in an environment that pulses with energy and excitement.
Unlike the standard fare of dry and obligatory CLE sessions, SXSW CLE infuses the necessary with the extraordinary. Our sessions cover essential legal topics with a dynamic twist, such as our widely acclaimed space law program that turned heads by merging multiple legal disciplines into one fascinating dialogue. It's this kind of innovative programming that draws a wide range of attorneys—beyond niche specialists—who are eager for a CLE that promises intellectual stimulation without the tedium.
Sponsors at SXSW CLE don't just reach attorneys who are there to get their credits; they connect with passionate professionals looking for an enriching experience that harmonizes professional development with the thrill of SXSW's legendary festival atmosphere. This is a unique opportunity to showcase your brand as a forward-thinking leader, aligned with a program that's redefining how legal education can be both valuable and vibrant. By supporting SXSW CLE, you're investing in an experience that resonates with a community of attorneys who value substance as much as style, in a setting where every moment is an opportunity to make a lasting impression on the leaders in law.
PANEL SPEAKERS
The upcoming CLE program at SXSW is an unparalleled gathering of influential thinkers and leaders from across the globe, offering sponsors a prestigious platform to showcase their brands. The event is a beacon for high-caliber professionals, including trailblazers in technology, legal ethics, and corporate innovation, as well as prominent figures from the financial and entertainment industries. Our speakers' roster reads like a who's who of the Fortune 500 realm, making it a magnet for high-income attendees who are shaping the future of law and technology.
With its cutting-edge topics and heavyweight participants, the program promises to be a fertile ground for networking and influence-building, set against the backdrop of one of the most vibrant and dynamic festivals in the world. Sponsoring the CLE program at SXSW is not just about attaching your name to an event; it's about connecting with an elite community and being part of a conversation that's driving real change. Here, the exchange of ideas is as lucrative as it is intellectually stimulating, offering sponsors a unique opportunity to engage with an audience that's both influential and affluent. This is where strong brand recognition is forged, and lasting impressions are made—an event that is as intellectually rich as it is commercially potent.
Sampling of past panel speakers:
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Mike Heckman, Twitter
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Tonya Rutherford, Verizon Fios TV
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Benjamin Stone, Federal Bureau of Investigation
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Lyzette Bullock, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massechutes
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Caryn Schenewerk, SpaceX
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J Christopher Hamilton, The Black Group
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Doug Collins, US House of Representatives
SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
It’s official – SXSW’s Continuing Legal Education track is back in 2024!
The CLE track will take place over 3 days and feature speakers on topics ranging from metaverse contract formation to the law of pharmaceutical psychedelics. The theme will be primarily tech-related, future-focused topics with touch points across industries.
The heart of the event lies in its rich array of sessions led by distinguished speakers – thought leaders, innovators, and legal experts who are at the forefront of their respective fields. They will navigate through complex legal terrains, dissect emerging trends, and offer foresight into the future of law in the digital age.
As a sponsor, you will be instrumental in shaping an environment that fosters learning, encourages meaningful connections, and ignites discussions that resonate well beyond the event. We are keen to collaborate with partners who are eager to embrace the spirit of innovation and thought leadership that SXSW CLE embodies.
We have a number of sponsorship opportunities outlined below, but please feel free to reach out to discuss customized packaging.
You may of course mix and match multiple options.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Premier sponsorship, only one available. See details in our Sponsorship Package downloadable below.
CLE EVENT PRESENTING SPONSOR
Premier sponsorship, only one available. See details in our Sponsorship Package downloadable below.
ADDITIONAL
OPPORTUNITIES
Coffee Stations (12) |
Happy Hour (3) |
Track Happy Hour |
Materials Sponsor |
Legal Tech Demo Zone (12) |
Legal Resource Center |
Sponsored Social Media Contests |
$3,000.
$4,000.
$45,000.
$15,000.
$4,000.
$15,000.
$12,000.
A LA CARTE
Virtual Gift Bag |
Branded Notebooks |
Digital Program |
$1,500.
$10,000.
$15,000.
CONTACT
ADDRESS
500 E. Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX
78701
CONTACT
Alex Shahrestani
Managing Partner, Promise Legal
CLE Director, SXSW 2024
512-387-0919
EVENT DATES
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
Thursday, March 14, 2024