April 27–29, 2027 / Chicago, Illinois
For the providers and advisors who turn connections into clients.
OWS27 is where outsourcing and GBS professionals connect, learn, and lead. Intimate gathering. No traditional exhibit hall. Every conversation matters.
About IAOP & OWS
Connection.
Community.
The OWS27 logo tells the story: every letter connected, every stroke continuous. It is not a design choice, it is the philosophy. OWS27 is built for the professionals who understand that the best partnerships are not transactional.
IAOP
IAOP is the leading professional association for organizations and individuals involved in transforming business through outsourcing, sourcing and business services. With members in 50+ countries on 6 continents, IAOP is a global community with collaboration at its core.
Every IAOP event is first and foremost about learning and networking, with programs designed by the leaders in the field: IAOP's global community.
OWS
First produced in 1998, the OWS Conference Series has been held more than 40 times on five continents. In 2023, OWS was redesigned to be a more intimate gathering, with seating limited to 200 delegates and a higher percentage of buyers and decision-makers.
OWS is where outsourcing customers, providers, advisors, and academics come together. Game-changing ideas are shared, trends are identified, and hundreds of millions of dollars in business deals are initiated.
Who attends
Quality over quantity, by design
In 2023, OWS was redesigned to include a higher percentage of buyers and to be a more intimate gathering.
Delegates by organization type
Source: OWS26 delegate registration data
68%
Director level or above
Nearly 7 in 10 delegates hold Director-level titles or above: VPs, Partners, Founders, and C-Suite executives with budget authority and decision-making power.
Companies like these attend OWS
A sample of the buyer organizations at OWS26
HCSCNorthwestern MutualMetaGoogleHumana WalgreensBlue Cross Blue ShieldZurichTransamericaUlta Beauty
Plus delegates from healthcare, financial services, technology, legal, and professional services organizations across 40+ countries.
Six reasons to sponsor
Why OWS27 works
for sponsors
01
Real community access
OWS is not a tradeshow. With no traditional exhibit hall and limited delegates, every conversation matters. Your brand becomes part of a community, not a backdrop.
02
Decision-makers in the room
68% of delegates are Director-level or above. Nearly every buy-side attendee is a decision-maker or key influencer, the people who sign the deals.
03
Thought leadership
Sponsor-driven sessions, AHEAD Talks, and Leadership Sessions put your senior executives on stage alongside the industry's best. No sales pitches, just real insight.
04
Brand alignment
Aligning with IAOP and OWS signals your commitment to the global sourcing and GBS community, a message your clients, prospects, and competitors will notice.
05
Lasting relationships
The connections made at OWS do not end when the conference does. IAOP's year-round community extends your sponsorship impact well beyond three days in Chicago.
06
Tailored to your goals
From intimate hosted breakfasts to Innovation Stations to program sponsorships, every package is designed to serve specific business development objectives.
Sponsorship packages
Pick the room you want to own
Every package is built to serve a specific business development objective. Availability is limited and confirmed by IAOP before processing.
| Package |
Investment |
Availability |
| Official Networking Partner |
$18,500+ |
One available |
| AHEAD Talk |
$13,500 |
1 available |
| Client Leadership Session |
$13,500 |
2 available |
| Spotlight Bundle |
$13,500 |
New for OWS27 |
| Cocktail Reception |
$12,500 |
1 left |
| Private Breakfast |
$12,500 |
1 available |
| Partner Delegation Sponsor |
$11,500 |
Limited |
| Innovation Station |
$8,500 |
Limited availability |
| Chicago Social Events |
From $8,000 |
Custom |
| Panel Sponsorship |
$7,500 |
New for OWS27 |
| Delegate Kit |
$7,500 |
1 available |
| Ask the IAOP Experts |
$7,500 |
1 available |
| Mobile App |
$6,500 |
1 available |
| Lanyards |
$4,500 |
1 available |
| Coffee Bar & Breaks |
$4,500 |
1 available |
Flagship
One available
Official Networking Partner
Own the connections that define OWS27
Designed for the organization that wants to be synonymous with how OWS27 connects people. Not a co-brand on the summit itself, but the name behind the first handshake at badge pickup, the reception, and the moments delegates actually network. The Official Networking Partner owns the relationship-building touchpoints of the event, from a main-stage speaking slot to the physical details delegates interact with all three days. Package is fully custom-built in partnership with IAOP.
- Speaking slot on the main program
- Badge Pickup & Welcome Reception sponsorship
- Social event sponsorship
- Branded water bottles for all delegates
- Logo prominently featured in all event marketing and materials
- Multi-channel social promotion
- Featured profile in PULSE Magazine
- 3 full-access delegate passes
$18,500+Custom-built
Request this package
Signature sessions
1 available
AHEAD Talk
Be the voice of what's next, on the main stage
Inspired by TED Talks, AHEAD Talks are bold 30-minute keynote sessions on the main stage, delivered to the full audience of decision-makers. Your senior executive leads the conversation on emerging tech, workforce transformation, or the future of business services. Must be a forward-thinking, next practices topic.
- Keynote slot, 30 minutes, main stage
- 1 full-access Summit pass
- Logo on all related promotions
- Session recording plus post-event social sharing
- Speaker spotlight in PULSE Magazine
- Discounted delegate registration link
$13,500Corp member discount 20%
Request this package
2 available
Client Leadership Session
Showcase real impact: case study session
A 45-minute case study co-presented by senior executives from your organization and your client. Walk attendees through the challenge, the solution, and the measurable outcomes. No fluff, no pitches, just real results. Consistently one of OWS's most well-attended session formats.
- 45-minute dedicated case study session
- 2 full-access Summit passes
- Featured branding on all event marketing
- Session recording plus post-event social sharing
- Discounted delegate registration link
- Content and speakers approved by IAOP, client must be a speaker
$13,500Corp member discount 20%
Request this package
All session speakers and topics are subject to IAOP approval to ensure non-commercial, thought-leading content.
New for OWS27
New
Panel Sponsorship
A seat at the table, on stage
Get your senior executive on a curated OWS27 panel without the commitment of a solo session. IAOP sets the topic and moderates, you contribute your perspective alongside peers. Authentic, credible, and genuinely valuable to the audience.
- Panel seat for 1 senior executive
- 1 full-access Summit pass
- Logo on session materials and agenda
- Social post from IAOP featuring your executive
- Post-event video clip of your segment
$7,500Corp member discount 20%
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Bundle deal
Spotlight Bundle
Innovation Station + program presence
The best of both worlds: a branded Innovation Station in the networking zone and a panel spot in the Know Before You Go session. Your brand appears in two places, at the station and on the program, for less than buying each separately.
- Branded Innovation Station
- Named segment in Know Before You Go, region or country focused
- Custom sign, table runner, monitor and Wi-Fi
- Logo on website, agenda and social channels
- IAOP social post during the event
- Discounted delegate registration link
$13,500Corp member discount 20%
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Social & networking
2 available · 1 left
Cocktail Reception
Opening night and closing night
As the exclusive sponsor of an OWS27 reception, your brand takes center stage at the Summit's premier social event. Welcome guests, host a raffle, and be recognized as the connector who understands that relationships are where business begins.
- Welcome remarks from your team
- Custom cocktail napkins and tabletop signage
- Option to host a raffle or giveaway
- Brand exposure across all event marketing
- Discounted registration link for clients
$12,500Corporate members only
Request this package
1 available
Private Breakfast
Lead the morning conversation
Start the day with purpose, and the right 10 people. This invitation-only opportunity offers a rare chance to engage in meaningful dialogue with a hand-selected audience. Personalized invitations sent directly by IAOP's CEO.
- Private 1-hour breakfast for up to 10
- Invitations from IAOP's CEO
- 1 full-access pass for your speaker
- High-profile logo placement
$12,500Corp member discount 20%
Request this package
Custom
Chicago Social Events
Custom off-site experiences
Wrigley rooftop, architecture river cruise, and other Chicago-rooted experiences built around your guest list. Ask for details and we will scope it with you.
From $8,000Ask for details
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Featured sponsorships
Limited availability
Innovation Station
Put your innovation front and center
OWS27 has no physical exhibit hall, and that is by design. Innovation Stations are the only dedicated branded presence in the networking zone, giving you a powerful platform to demo your solutions to senior executives in genuine conversation mode. Not drive-by swag collection.
- Branded 6ft display table, 2 full days
- Monitor, power and Wi-Fi for live demos
- Custom table runner with your logo
- A vertical sign, sponsor provides artwork
- Logo on the OWS27 website and IAOP social channels
- 1 pass included, plus a discounted delegate registration link
$8,500Corp member discount 20%
Request this package
Limited
Partner Delegation Sponsor
Bring your network, elevate your brand
Designed for organizations that want meaningful connections and maximum visibility at OWS27 without a traditional exhibit presence. Host a small delegation, your internal leaders alongside valued clients or prospects, in a way that strengthens partnerships and sparks new conversations.
- 2 full-access passes for your team
- 2 passes for buy-side clients or prospects
- Logo on the OWS27 website and select materials
- Virtual booth for online attendee access
- Ideal for deepening existing client relationships
$11,500
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Branding opportunities
Delegate Kit
Your brand in every delegate's hand from the moment they arrive. Includes a branded tote bag, logo-imprinted notepads and pens, a full-page ad inside the notepad cover, and a sponsor-authored insert. Your content, your message, in a bag they will carry all three days and beyond.
$7,500
Ask the IAOP Experts
Attendees submit questions to IAOP's leadership team by QR code or printed cards. During the interactive session, IAOP leaders tackle the most relevant questions with practical, real-world guidance.
- Facilitator for the session
- Exclusive branding on question cards and QR signage
- Logo recognition on session slides
- Verbal acknowledgment by the moderator
- Option to provide a branded giveaway
$7,500
Mobile App
Every schedule check. Every attendee lookup. Every session reminder. The OWS27 app is how delegates navigate the Summit, and as the exclusive sponsor, your brand is there for all of it.
$6,500
Lanyards
Your logo on the name badge lanyard worn by every delegate for all three days. Maximum visibility from registration through closing night.
$4,500
Coffee Bar & Breaks
Breaks at OWS are not just breaks, they are where the real conversations happen. Branded cups, napkins, and on-site signage put your logo in hand throughout the day, with your materials on every table.
$4,500
Don't just take our word for it
What delegates say
What I love about OWS is the immediate ROI. The sessions are deeply insightful and provide real-world applications for my daily work.
Gabriela Diaz, HCSC
OWS is a great summit with ample opportunities to learn from the leaders and grow as a professional. It should be a must visit for all in the procurement and outsourcing space.
Akash Mittal, PwC
I always learn so much from the quality and credibility of the presenters and the friendly networking with other people.
Daniel Schuffert, COP, HCSC
If you aren't on one of these, you are missing the crucial piece of your business needs.
Mohini Donepudi, Vee Healthtek