The ABCA was founded in 1981 by Dr. Bobby Westbrooks, a practicing Chiropractor in St. Louis, Missouri, who had a vision to empower African American doctors and students in chiropractic. Dr. Westbrooks realized there was an immediate and ongoing need for minority supportive services in the chiropractic profession. He founded the American Black Chiropractic Association (ABCA) with just a handful of doctors of African American descent. He hoped to achieve some of his goals through the ABCA, and to share these goals with some of his colleagues and friends. Over the years the ABCA has inspired, educated, and connected countless doctors with a sense of family and mentored hundreds of chiropractic students. Most chiropractic college and university campuses have an active student chapter of the ABCA (SABCA). Each year scholarships are awarded through the Harvey Lillard Scholarship Program and the ABCA also contributes to regular chiropractic career fairs to encourage African American students to consider chiropractic as a career choice.
The ABCA’s first convention was held in St. Louis, MO in 1981 with just 17 people in attendance. Since that time, the ABCA has held an annual national convention every year, bringing together doctors, students and supporters of chiropractic from around the nation and several other countries in a personal and professional environment.
We are offering in-person options for the 2025 ABCA National Convention. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with our sponsors and exhibitors in real time throughout all days of the convention. In addition to at-leisure exploration, we will offer dedicated time in the convention agenda for meeting all sponsors and exhibitors.
By displaying your products, it allows our doctors and future doctors to become familiar with your products. As they graduate from school and/or continue to advance, they carry the knowledge of using your product, which means a career long relationship between your company, our doctors, and the ABCA. This allows for a nation-wide network for your company to connect.
EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Harvey Lillard Banquet ($15,000):
Exclusive sponsorship opportunity for the final event of the convention. A night filled with dinner, dancing, and celebration. During this event all student and doctor awards are presented. *15 minutes
Dr. Bobby Westbrook Luncheon ($10,000):
In 1981, the ABCA was founded by Dr. Bobby Westbrooks. This exclusive sponsorship allows you to show your support of the ABCA and all that has been accomplished since its inception. *15 Minutes
Welcome Reception ($7,000):
First impressions last! Exclusively sponsor the first networking event of the convention and help set the tone for the rest of the convention. *10 Minutes
President’s Roundtable ($6,000):
As our Roundtable sponsor, take part in our New Graduate Celebration and help lead conversations discussing diversity in chiropractic. *10 Minutes
Friday Night Social ($6,000):
Make an impression as our exclusive Friday Night Sponsor. At this heavily attended event you will be placed in front of the majority of convention attendees. *10 Minutes
Mobile App ($5,000)
Exclusive sponsor of the official ABCA GlueUp App with logo placement within the app used by all registered convention attendees.
Shuttle Sponsor ($5,000)
Exclusive sponsor of the convention shuttle with logo placement the shuttle used by all attendees to travel between the hotel and convention hall.
Attendee Registration ($4,000)
This is a high-impact & exclusive branding opportunity to display your logo around the neck of all attendees as well as the entrance of the convention.
Education Sessions ($3,500)
Be an exclusive sponsor for select sessions throughout the convention including Continuing Education, student breakout, business, and diversity.
Refreshment Station ($3,500)
Food, beverage, and coffee stations are located in high traffic areas on the convention floor, your brand is sure to get great exposure.
EVENT SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS
Speaking time during convention
ABCA Partnership Program access
Free exhibitor booth
Pre and post-convention ABCA newsletter spotlight
Pre and post-convention social media spotlight
Opportunity to place marketing material in registration bag
Recognition during convention
“Why We Give” video
Access to convention app (GlueUp)
5 full convention passes
EXHIBITOR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
Platinum Sponsor $4,500
Sponsor will receive the following:
- Speaking time during convention 5 Minutes
- ABCA Partnership Program access
- Free exhibitor booth
- Pre and post-convention ABCA newsletter spotlight
- Pre and post-convention social media spotlight
- Opportunity to place marketing material in the registration bag
- Recognition during convention
- “Why We Give” video
- Access to convention app (GlueUp)
- 5 full convention passes
Gold Sponsor $4,000
Sponsor will receive the following:
- ABCA Partnership Program access
- Free exhibitor booth
- Pre and post-convention ABCA newsletter spotlight
- Pre and post-convention social media spotlight
- Opportunity to place marketing material in registration bag
- Recognition during convention
- “Why We Give” video
- Access to convention app (GlueUp)
- 4 full convention passes
Silver Sponsor $3,000
Sponsor will receive the following:
- Pre and post-convention ABCA newsletter spotlight
- Pre and post-convention social media spotlight
- Opportunity to place marketing material in registration bag
- Recognition during convention
- “Why We Give” video
- Access to convention app (GlueUp)
- 2 full convention passes
Bronze Sponsor $2,000
Sponsor will receive the following:
- Opportunity to place marketing material in registration bag
- Recognition during convention
- “Why We Give” video
- Access to convention app (GlueUp)
- 2 full convention passes
Exhibitor Booth $1000
Exhibitors will receive the following:
- 6ft draped table with 2 chairs
- Opportunity to provide “Why We Give” video
- Access to convention app (GlueUp)
- 2 full convention passes
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Annual Organization Affiliate Membership $1000
- ABCA membership mailing list twice a year ( every 6 months)
- Listing in regional and national conference seminar programs
- Listing on signage at ABCA conferences/seminars
- Listing on affiliate member webpage w/logo and link to website
- Early access to conference and seminar sponsorship and vendor opportunities with 10% discount
Along with your sponsorship of $4,000 or more, you will be given a free exhibitor booth in the designated area.
Thank you for supporting the American Black Chiropractic Association!
For additional sponsorship and exhibitor inquiries please email ABCAConvention@gmail.com
The ABCA is a registered non-profit organization. Our tax i.d. is 43-1250320.
