{"id":4525,"date":"2017-02-23T20:08:10","date_gmt":"2017-02-23T20:08:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/meetings2-2\/?page_id=4525"},"modified":"2026-03-13T17:02:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-13T17:02:36","slug":"sponsors","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/sponsors\/","title":{"rendered":"Sponsorship Opportunities"},"content":{"rendered":"<!--themify_builder_content-->\n<div id=\"themify_builder_content-4525\" data-postid=\"4525\" class=\"themify_builder_content themify_builder_content-4525 themify_builder tf_clear\">\n                    <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_6b8f7d4 tb_first tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_4076f7c first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_51892cf   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>SPONSOR THE WINTER SIMULATION CONFERENCE<\/h2>\n<p>WSC is the premier modeling and simulation conference with an extensive history of providing a high-quality outlet for simulation research and companies wanting to leverage simulation for increasing performance. Whether your goal is branding, awareness, sales, networking, or recruiting, WSC sponsorship has an opportunity to fit your needs.<\/p>\n<h2>Why sponsor?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Increase brand recognition<\/li>\n<li>Generate leads<\/li>\n<li>Show commitment to your community<\/li>\n<li>Nurture relationships<\/li>\n<li>Recruit highly qualified candidates<\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_2b18da7 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_435d5a7 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_c28dd7a   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>Sponsorship Benefits<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to benefits listed individually with each sponsorship, all WSC Sponsors will receive:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Logo with link on the WSC website<\/li>\n<li>Logo and link in WSC mobile app<\/li>\n<li>Logo on conference signage<\/li>\n<li>Recognition at the Opening Session<\/li>\n<\/ul>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_6512a1d tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_c44146c first\">\n                    <!-- module accordion -->\n<div  class=\"module module-accordion tb_133fab6 \" data-behavior=\"toggle\" data-lazy=\"1\">\n    \n    <ul class=\"ui module-accordion   yellow\">\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-133fab6-0\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-133fab6-0-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-plus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    <i class=\"accordion-active-icon tf_hide\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-minus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    Platinum Level                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-133fab6-0-content\" data-id=\"acc-133fab6-0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_l1vc249\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_t547249 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_jgx0249   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>Sponsorship Levels &amp; Opportunities<\/h2>\n<p>Sponsors will be listed in the program and website by sponsorship level, in alphabetical order.<\/p>\n<h3>Platinum Level<\/h3>\n<h3>$7,500 USD<\/h3>\n<p><em>Platinum Options Include:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One Full Conference Registration<\/li>\n<li>Vendor track presentation slot\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Options include:<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><b>Opening Session\u00a0<br \/><\/b>The opening session takes place on Monday morning, offering exclusive exposure to the largest session of the conference. In addition to the sponsor\u2019s logo appearing on the program and during the various presentations, they will also be given an opportunity to present a 1-minute video to conference attendees.<\/p>\n<p><b>Mobile App\u00a0<br \/><\/b>You will get special listing on the WSC mobile app including logo, company description, point of contact information and a direct link to your website. The app sponsor&#8217;s logo also appears on emails to attendees when they need log in information.<br \/><br \/><strong>Titan Talks<br \/><\/strong>The Titan talks take place on Monday and Tuesday midday, offering exclusive exposure to the many attendees as no other session will run at this time. In addition to the sponsor\u2019s logo appearing on the program and during the various presentations, they will also be given an opportunity to present a 1-minute video to conference attendees.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-133fab6-1\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-133fab6-1-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-plus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    <i class=\"accordion-active-icon tf_hide\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-minus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    Gold Level                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-133fab6-1-content\" data-id=\"acc-133fab6-1\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_8gf5249\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_2omd249 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_axie249   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>$5,000 USD<\/h2>\n<p><em>All Gold Sponsorship options includes the benefits for all sponsors plus:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Vendor track presentation slot\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Options Include:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>General Reception<br \/><\/strong>This is the largest networking event of WinterSim, attended by the vast majority of conference attendees. Signage with your logo to be provided at the reception.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lanyards\u00a0<br \/><\/strong>Your logo co-branded with the WSC logo on the conference lanyard worn by all attendees.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Giveaways <\/strong><br \/>Your logo co-branded with the WSC logo on one giveaway distributed at registration to all attendees. The specific giveaways are still being decided \u2013please contact us if your organization is interested.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-133fab6-2\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-133fab6-2-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-plus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    <i class=\"accordion-active-icon tf_hide\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-minus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    Silver Level                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-133fab6-2-content\" data-id=\"acc-133fab6-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_654k249\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_xed3249 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_y4q0249   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>$3,500<\/h2>\n<p><em>Option include:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>Daily Digest\u00a0\u00a0<br \/><\/b><b><\/b>Each day of the conference, in person and virtual, a summary email will be sent to attendees.\u00a0 The sponsor will be recognized in these emails with logo or brief company description and a link to their website.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Coffee &amp; Refreshment Breaks (2 available)\u00a0\u00a0<br \/><\/strong>Signage with your company logo and tagline during the refreshment breaks on Monday or Tuesday.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-133fab6-3\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-133fab6-3-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-plus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    <i class=\"accordion-active-icon tf_hide\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-minus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    Bronze Level                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-133fab6-3-content\" data-id=\"acc-133fab6-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_67nn249\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_uobw249 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_hsuk249   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>$2,000 USD<\/h2>\n<p><em>Options include:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><b>PhD Colloquium &amp; Poster Session\u00a0<\/b><b><br \/><\/b>Your logo will appear on signage outside of the PhD Colloquium <strong>and<\/strong> Poster Session. These sessions are two of the most attended sessions, after the keynotes.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Simulation Around the World (SATW) Track <\/strong><br \/>This track gives the opportunity for people from developing countries to virtually present their work at WSC.\u00a0 Your logo will appear on the website and your sponsorship will be used to support partial travel grants for SATW presenters wanting to attend the conference.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n            <li>\n            <div class=\"accordion-title tf_rel\">\n                <a href=\"#acc-133fab6-4\" class=\"tb_title_accordion\" aria-controls=\"acc-133fab6-4-content\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n                    <i class=\"accordion-icon\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-plus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    <i class=\"accordion-active-icon tf_hide\"><svg  class=\"tf_fa tf-fas-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use href=\"#tf-fas-minus\"><\/use><\/svg><\/i>                    Additional Opportunities                <\/a>\n            <\/div><!-- .accordion-title -->\n            <div id=\"acc-133fab6-4-content\" data-id=\"acc-133fab6-4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"accordion-content tf_hide tf_clearfix\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_subrow themify_builder_sub_row tf_w col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tb_gwvd249\">\n                <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column sub_column tb_jsnm249 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_r0fb249   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <h2>$250<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Branded Giveaways<\/strong><br \/>WSC will hand out your specialty item (pens, notepads, luggage tags, etc. with your logo) that you provide at the registration counter as attendees arrive.\u00a0 Please note that all shipping and receiving costs will be incurred by the sponsoring organization.<\/p>\n<p>Companies participating in these giveaways will not include logo on website or signage, as those are reserved for platinum, gold, silver and bronze sponsors.<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div><!-- .accordion-content -->\n        <\/li>\n        <\/ul>\n\n<\/div><!-- \/module accordion -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_row themify_builder_row tb_m1ax960 tf_w\">\n                        <div class=\"row_inner col_align_top tb_col_count_1 tf_box tf_rel\">\n                        <div  data-lazy=\"1\" class=\"module_column tb-column col-full tb_d9mt960 first\">\n                    <!-- module text -->\n<div  class=\"module module-text tb_eeok971   \" data-lazy=\"1\">\n        <div  class=\"tb_text_wrap\">\n        <p><!--HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2>Questions?<\/h2>\n<p>Please contact our WSC Exhibit &amp; Sponsorship Chairs: <strong><a href=\"mailto:simon.taylor@brunel.ac.uk\">Simon Taylor<\/a><\/strong>and<strong><a href=\"mailto:rthiesing@promitaconsulting.com\">Renee Thiesing<\/a><\/strong><br \/><!-- end HubSpot Call-to-Action Code --><\/p>\n<h2>Ready to Sponsor?<\/h2>\n<p>To officially sign-up, you&#8217;ll need to complete the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/files\/2026\/03\/2026_WSC_Sponsorship__Exhibit_Contract.pdf\">2026 WSC Sponsorship &amp; Exhibit Contract<\/a><\/strong> and send it to <a href=\"mailto:lcoleman@informs.org\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Loraine Coleman<\/a>, INFORMS Exhibits &amp; Meetings Manager.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- \/module text -->        <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n<!--\/themify_builder_content-->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SPONSOR THE WINTER SIMULATION CONFERENCE WSC is the premier modeling and simulation conference with an extensive history of providing a high-quality outlet for simulation research and companies wanting to leverage simulation for increasing performance. 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Whether your goal is branding, awareness, sales, networking, or recruiting, WSC sponsorship has an opportunity to fit your needs.<\/p> <h2>Why sponsor?<\/h2> <ul> <li>Increase brand recognition<\/li> <li>Generate leads<\/li> <li>Show commitment to your community<\/li> <li>Nurture relationships<\/li> <li>Recruit highly qualified candidates<\/li> <\/ul>\n<h2>Sponsorship Benefits<\/h2> <p>In addition to benefits listed individually with each sponsorship, all WSC Sponsors will receive:<\/p> <ul> <li>Logo with link on the WSC website<\/li> <li>Logo and link in WSC mobile app<\/li> <li>Logo on conference signage<\/li> <li>Recognition at the Opening Session<\/li> <\/ul>\n<ul><li><h4>Platinum Level<\/h4><h2>Sponsorship Levels &amp; Opportunities<\/h2> <p>Sponsors will be listed in the program and website by sponsorship level, in alphabetical order.<\/p> <h3>Platinum Level<\/h3> <h3>$7,500 USD<\/h3> <p><em>Platinum Options Include:<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>One Full Conference Registration<\/li> <li>Vendor track presentation slot\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul> <p><i>Options include:<\/i><\/p> <p><b>Opening Session\u00a0<br \/><\/b>The opening session takes place on Monday morning, offering exclusive exposure to the largest session of the conference. In addition to the sponsor\u2019s logo appearing on the program and during the various presentations, they will also be given an opportunity to present a 1-minute video to conference attendees.<\/p> <p><b>Mobile App\u00a0<br \/><\/b>You will get special listing on the WSC mobile app including logo, company description, point of contact information and a direct link to your website. The app sponsor's logo also appears on emails to attendees when they need log in information.<br \/><br \/><strong>Titan Talks<br \/><\/strong>The Titan talks take place on Monday and Tuesday midday, offering exclusive exposure to the many attendees as no other session will run at this time. In addition to the sponsor\u2019s logo appearing on the program and during the various presentations, they will also be given an opportunity to present a 1-minute video to conference attendees.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Gold Level<\/h4><h2>$5,000 USD<\/h2> <p><em>All Gold Sponsorship options includes the benefits for all sponsors plus:<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>Vendor track presentation slot\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul> <p><em>Options Include:<\/em><\/p> <p><strong>General Reception<br \/><\/strong>This is the largest networking event of WinterSim, attended by the vast majority of conference attendees. Signage with your logo to be provided at the reception.<\/p> <p><strong>Lanyards\u00a0<br \/><\/strong>Your logo co-branded with the WSC logo on the conference lanyard worn by all attendees.<\/p> <p><strong>Giveaways <\/strong><br \/>Your logo co-branded with the WSC logo on one giveaway distributed at registration to all attendees. The specific giveaways are still being decided \u2013please contact us if your organization is interested.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Silver Level<\/h4><h2>$3,500<\/h2> <p><em>Option include:<\/em><\/p> <p><b>Daily Digest\u00a0\u00a0<br \/><\/b><b><\/b>Each day of the conference, in person and virtual, a summary email will be sent to attendees.\u00a0 The sponsor will be recognized in these emails with logo or brief company description and a link to their website.<\/p> <p><strong>Coffee &amp; Refreshment Breaks (2 available)\u00a0\u00a0<br \/><\/strong>Signage with your company logo and tagline during the refreshment breaks on Monday or Tuesday.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Bronze Level<\/h4><h2>$2,000 USD<\/h2> <p><em>Options include:<\/em><\/p> <p><b>PhD Colloquium &amp; Poster Session\u00a0<\/b><b><br \/><\/b>Your logo will appear on signage outside of the PhD Colloquium <strong>and<\/strong> Poster Session. These sessions are two of the most attended sessions, after the keynotes.\u00a0<\/p> <p><strong>Simulation Around the World (SATW) Track <\/strong><br \/>This track gives the opportunity for people from developing countries to virtually present their work at WSC.\u00a0 Your logo will appear on the website and your sponsorship will be used to support partial travel grants for SATW presenters wanting to attend the conference.<\/p><\/li><li><h4>Additional Opportunities<\/h4><h2>$250<\/h2> <p><strong>Branded Giveaways<\/strong><br \/>WSC will hand out your specialty item (pens, notepads, luggage tags, etc. with your logo) that you provide at the registration counter as attendees arrive.\u00a0 Please note that all shipping and receiving costs will be incurred by the sponsoring organization.<\/p> <p>Companies participating in these giveaways will not include logo on website or signage, as those are reserved for platinum, gold, silver and bronze sponsors.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\n<h2>Sponsorship Levels &amp; Opportunities<\/h2> <p>Sponsors will be listed in the program and website by sponsorship level, in alphabetical order.<\/p> <h3>Platinum Level<\/h3> <h3>$7,500 USD<\/h3> <p><em>Platinum Options Include:<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>One Full Conference Registration<\/li> <li>Vendor track presentation slot\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul> <p><i>Options include:<\/i><\/p> <p><b>Opening Session\u00a0<br \/><\/b>The opening session takes place on Monday morning, offering exclusive exposure to the largest session of the conference. In addition to the sponsor\u2019s logo appearing on the program and during the various presentations, they will also be given an opportunity to present a 1-minute video to conference attendees.<\/p> <p><b>Mobile App\u00a0<br \/><\/b>You will get special listing on the WSC mobile app including logo, company description, point of contact information and a direct link to your website. The app sponsor's logo also appears on emails to attendees when they need log in information.<br \/><br \/><strong>Titan Talks<br \/><\/strong>The Titan talks take place on Monday and Tuesday midday, offering exclusive exposure to the many attendees as no other session will run at this time. In addition to the sponsor\u2019s logo appearing on the program and during the various presentations, they will also be given an opportunity to present a 1-minute video to conference attendees.<\/p>\n<h2>$5,000 USD<\/h2> <p><em>All Gold Sponsorship options includes the benefits for all sponsors plus:<\/em><\/p> <ul> <li>Vendor track presentation slot\u00a0<\/li> <\/ul> <p><em>Options Include:<\/em><\/p> <p><strong>General Reception<br \/><\/strong>This is the largest networking event of WinterSim, attended by the vast majority of conference attendees. Signage with your logo to be provided at the reception.<\/p> <p><strong>Lanyards\u00a0<br \/><\/strong>Your logo co-branded with the WSC logo on the conference lanyard worn by all attendees.<\/p> <p><strong>Giveaways <\/strong><br \/>Your logo co-branded with the WSC logo on one giveaway distributed at registration to all attendees. The specific giveaways are still being decided \u2013please contact us if your organization is interested.<\/p>\n<h2>$3,500<\/h2> <p><em>Option include:<\/em><\/p> <p><b>Daily Digest\u00a0\u00a0<br \/><\/b><b><\/b>Each day of the conference, in person and virtual, a summary email will be sent to attendees.\u00a0 The sponsor will be recognized in these emails with logo or brief company description and a link to their website.<\/p> <p><strong>Coffee &amp; Refreshment Breaks (2 available)\u00a0\u00a0<br \/><\/strong>Signage with your company logo and tagline during the refreshment breaks on Monday or Tuesday.<\/p>\n<h2>$2,000 USD<\/h2> <p><em>Options include:<\/em><\/p> <p><b>PhD Colloquium &amp; Poster Session\u00a0<\/b><b><br \/><\/b>Your logo will appear on signage outside of the PhD Colloquium <strong>and<\/strong> Poster Session. These sessions are two of the most attended sessions, after the keynotes.\u00a0<\/p> <p><strong>Simulation Around the World (SATW) Track <\/strong><br \/>This track gives the opportunity for people from developing countries to virtually present their work at WSC.\u00a0 Your logo will appear on the website and your sponsorship will be used to support partial travel grants for SATW presenters wanting to attend the conference.<\/p>\n<h2>$250<\/h2> <p><strong>Branded Giveaways<\/strong><br \/>WSC will hand out your specialty item (pens, notepads, luggage tags, etc. with your logo) that you provide at the registration counter as attendees arrive.\u00a0 Please note that all shipping and receiving costs will be incurred by the sponsoring organization.<\/p> <p>Companies participating in these giveaways will not include logo on website or signage, as those are reserved for platinum, gold, silver and bronze sponsors.<\/p>\n<p><\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p> <h2>Questions?<\/h2> <p>Please contact our WSC Exhibit &amp; Sponsorship Chairs: <strong><a href=\"mailto:simon.taylor@brunel.ac.uk\">Simon Taylor<\/a><\/strong>and<strong><a href=\"mailto:rthiesing@promitaconsulting.com\">Renee Thiesing<\/a><\/strong><br \/><\/p> <h2>Ready to Sponsor?<\/h2> <p>To officially sign-up, you'll need to complete the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/files\/2026\/03\/2026_WSC_Sponsorship__Exhibit_Contract.pdf\">2026 WSC Sponsorship &amp; Exhibit Contract<\/a><\/strong> and send it to <a href=\"mailto:lcoleman@informs.org\" data-feathr-click-track=\"true\" data-feathr-link-aids=\"622fa93bb0ebf976bd76e19a\">Loraine Coleman<\/a>, INFORMS Exhibits &amp; Meetings Manager.<\/p> <p>\u00a0<\/p>","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4525","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1001077"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4525"}],"version-history":[{"count":321,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4525\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12323,"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/4525\/revisions\/12323"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/meetings.informs.org\/wordpress\/wsc2026\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4525"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}