Conference Sponsorship Smashing Conferences — Advertising & Sponsorship

Interested in Sponsoring?

We want to make our events worthwhile for everyone, including our partners. Therefore we like to think beyond good ol’ bag inserts and conference stands, and fully integrate your brand in the conference experience.

Together with you, we’ll come up with a package that suits your goals and budget, so we can keep working together, longer and better.

Smashing Conferences

In-person and online events for designers and developers, featuring workshops, talks, and networking opportunities.

Upcoming Events: - SmashingConf Amsterdam — April 2026 - SmashingConf Freiburg — September 2026

Our conferences bring together the brightest minds in web design and development for inspiring talks, hands-on workshops, and meaningful connections. Attendees are decision-makers, practitioners, and passionate professionals looking for the latest insights and tools.

Sponsorship Tiers

Bronze Sponsorship — €2,500

Benefits: - Logo placement on conference website - Logo in email communications - Social media mentions - 2 conference passes - Exhibitor table

Silver Sponsorship — €5,000

Benefits: - All Bronze benefits - Logo on stage backdrop - Logo on attendee badges - Featured mention in opening remarks - 4 conference passes - Premium exhibitor booth

Gold Sponsorship — €10,000

Benefits: - All Silver benefits - Dedicated slide during breaks - Logo on conference swag - Speaking slot (5 minutes) - 6 conference passes - Large exhibitor booth - Pre-event attendee list (opt-in)

Platinum Sponsorship — €15,000

Benefits: - All Gold benefits - Title sponsorship of event track or day - Branded event space (lounge/area) - Post-event attendee list (opt-in) - 10 conference passes - Premium booth location - Dedicated social media campaign - Custom integration opportunities

Online Opportunities

Workshops — €10,000

Interactive, expert-led sessions with recordings

Sponsor a Smashing Workshop and get your brand in front of engaged learners. Our workshops are hands-on, practical sessions led by industry experts. Recordings are made available to all attendees.

Benefits: - Logo placement on workshop page - Mention in workshop promotions - Logo in workshop recordings - Social media promotion - Email announcements to full subscriber base

Smashing Meets — €10,000

Free online meet-ups with branding opportunities

Smashing Meets are casual, free online gatherings where the community comes together to learn and connect. Perfect for brand awareness and community engagement.

Benefits: - Title sponsorship of event - Logo on event page and promotional materials - Speaking opportunity (5-10 minutes) - Access to attendee data (opt-in) - Social media promotion - Email announcements

Conference Audience

Our conference attendees are: - Front-end developers and engineers - UX/UI designers and researchers - Product managers and decision-makers - Creative directors and team leads - Independent consultants and freelancers

Audience Reach: - Conference attendees: 300-500 per event - Online workshop participants: 100-300 per session - Smashing Meets attendees: 500-1,000 per event - Combined social reach: 1,000,000+ followers - Newsletter reach: 185,000 subscribers

Why Sponsor Smashing Conferences?

• Engaged Audience: Our attendees are passionate, skilled professionals actively seeking solutions
• Brand Integration: We go beyond logos to create meaningful brand experiences
• Long-term Relationships: Many sponsors return year after year
• Quality Over Quantity: Smaller, focused events mean deeper connections
• Global Reach: Online events extend your reach worldwide
• Authentic Community: 19+ years of trust and independence

Let’s Talk!

Please get in touch with Mariona N. Jones via advertising@smashingmagazine.com and let’s explore!

Or book a meeting directly: https://calendly.com/mariona_jones/

We look forward to partnering with you to create an amazing conference experience!