About the Utah Language Access Conference (June 28-29, 2024)
The Utah Language Access Conference is a joint effort from key stakeholders in language access and interpretation in the state of Utah, coming from varied organizations and industry backgrounds, including interpreters, trainers, Language Services managers, and translators. The Utah Translators and Interpreters Association (UTIA) is a non-profit organization composed of, and formed by, language professionals in the state of Utah. UTIA’s goal is to advance and elevate the quality and availability of language services in Utah and work for the development of our profession.
Our conference provides an educational and networking opportunity for interpreters and translators working in the medical, legal, and educational fields. Interpreters, translators, trainers, hospital administrators, compliance officers, language program coordinators, industry leaders, and healthcare/services providers from Utah and other states around the country are invited to gather for two days to share their knowledge and experience, enhance skills, learn about policy trends, and other emerging topics affecting language services in the healthcare, legal, and education fields. Our conference attracts both spoken language and ASL interpreters.
We emphasize the importance of trained and qualified translators and interpreters in all industries, including education, court and legal systems, community and healthcare. The Utah Language Access Conference supports the professional goals of interpreters and translators and embraces the opportunity to offer Continued Education Units (CEU) and Continued Education Hours (CEH).
Why Participate as a Sponsor/Exhibitor?
The most recent Utah Language Access Conference in 2019 was a great success, with attendees from 8 different states (see comments from attendees at utianet.org). This year we hope to host a larger group of interpreters and translators. As one of the very few states in the nation with a State Certification program for both ASL and spoken language medical interpreters, industry leaders from around the country look to Utah for direction and inspiration, and you can share that spotlight by being part of this event. Linguists are eager to expand their careers and are looking for agencies, educators, and industry leaders who support their goals.
The Utah Language Access Conference serves as a rich and engaging gathering place for interpreters, interpreting students, translators, patient advocates, and medical staff to support each other in their shared goal of improving communication skills, access to services, quality, and excellence in the industry.
Your sponsorship will allow you to reach the Utah interpreting and translating community, and help keep our conference affordable and accessible!
What do we offer?
Full-day exhibit hours with dedicated time in the program for attendees to focus solely on learning about your product/services.
Specific networking activities to drive traffic to your table.
Increasing your online presence by listing your company on the UTIA website and the Conference’s social media.
Access to advocates, decision-makers, or influencers for services and programs.
Among attendees will be managers and those in charge of departmental budgets or vendor contracts for their organizations, such as hospitals.
Many attendees will come from the state's largest healthcare systems and Integrated Delivery Networks.
Sponsors and Exhibitors are welcome to all member networking events to build relationships with all prospects and customers.
We do not want you to miss out on this event to include your organization’s products, programs, and services to buyers and influencers, or talent recruitment for your organization! Our Conference Committee is organizing several activities designed to ensure traffic throughout the exhibit area to ensure networking and introduction opportunities. To reserve your spot and level of sponsorship, complete the enclosed registration form. Contact the sponsorship committee at sponsors@utianet.org
If you have questions about crafting a unique, customized sponsorship package for your organization, reach out to the sponsorship committee at sponsors@utianet.org.
2024 PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Gold Sponsor (3 available) $2,000
The Gold Sponsor has optimal presence and visibility at the Utah Language Access Conference. This sponsorship offers unique pre- and post-conference visibility. Your Sponsorship includes the following:
3 conference registrations (a $255 value!).
One exhibit space with a table (a $500 value!) with prominent placement.
A one-year corporate membership to UTIA (a $250 value)
A one-time e-blast promotional message to registered attendees.
Distribution of two promotional items in the attendee welcome package.
Sponsor listed on all conference publicity.
The organization is mentioned at all Conference communications and prominent logo placements with acknowledgment in all promotional materials.
UTIA will acknowledge your organization on social media and post a promotional video you make (up to 5 minutes).
Silver Sponsor $1,500
Silver Sponsors are those high-level sponsors who desire to have high visibility and a strong presence at the Conference. Your Sponsorship includes the following:
2 conference registrations (a $170 value!).
One exhibit space with a table (a $500 value!) with prominent placement.
A one-year corporate membership to UTIA (a $250 value)
Distribution of one promotional item in the attendee welcome package.
Sponsor listed on all conference publicity.
The organization is mentioned at all Conference communications and prominent logo placements with acknowledgment in publications.
Social media acknowledgment.
Bronze Sponsor $1,000
Bronze Sponsors are those sponsors who desire to have a participating presence and visibility at the Utah Language Access Conference. Your Sponsorship includes the following:
One full conference registration (an $85 value!).
One exhibit space with a table (a $500 value!).
Prominent signage with logo during coffee breaks, breakfast, and lunch.
Sponsor listed on all conference publicity.
The organization will be mentioned in all Conference communications and prominent logo placements in all publications.
Social media acknowledgment.
Conference Bag Sponsor $1,000
Logo on bag
Exhibitor $500
Exhibitors will each receive name recognition in the conference's online program and will be listed on the conference's social media webpage. Exhibitors receive one conference registration (an $85 value!). Each exhibit comes with a 6-foot table and one chair. Internet Wi-Fi is available in the exhibit hall at no additional charge. High attendee traffic to your table is guaranteed by our raffle entry form which must be signed by each exhibitor to be eligible to win prizes!
Promo Table $150
Promo tables allow your organization to participate in our conference without the cost of sending a representative. Send us your print handouts and promotional items, we’ll place them on a table for you and refresh them throughout the event. Promo tables will be located in the exhibit hall, where attendees will have access to your information during the entire conference. NOTE: Representatives from your organization may not actively network at Promo Tables.
In-Kind Monetary Donation
Organizations that are unable to attend the conference are welcome to support this event through in-kind, tax-deductible donations. A portion of in-kind donations go towards our scholarship program, to provide free or discounted registrations for students, and/or scholarships towards interpreter training programs. The organization's name will be included in the conference's online program.
Raffle Prize Donation
UTIA will hold a raffle during the closing ceremony of the conference. Your donated gift adds value to promoting your company. Raffle items are an incentive to attend the conference, increasing the potential number of contacts for you. The organization name and raffle prize will be included in the conference online program and publicized via email and social media.
Sponsor/Exhibitor Selection and Contact Information
Please complete this application and return it electronically to sponsors@utianet.org
Questions? Contact sponsors@utianet.org. The deadline to appear in online and print publicity is Wednesday, May 14, 2024