Sponsorship Opportunities
Partner with ARDA
Build connections. Increase visibility. Support the railway development community.
Support. Connect. Engage.
Supporting the Future of Railway Development
ARDA’s success over the years is a reflection of the steadfast support from our sponsors. By partnering with us, you’re not just contributing to the future of railway development—you’re becoming part of a long-standing legacy of leadership, collaboration, and progress.

When you sponsor ARDA, you position your company alongside an association with deep roots in the railway industry while supporting the future of railway development. Whether through a year-round corporate partnership, a targeted event sponsorship, or a direct contribution to the ARDA scholarship program, your support creates opportunities to increase your organization’s visibility, connect with the ARDA community, and engage in premier events like the Executive Forum and Annual Meeting.
Year-Round Partnership
Corporate Sponsorship
Gain year-round recognition and select event registration benefits through ARDA's Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze sponsorship levels.
Targeted Event Visibility
Event Sponsorship
Sponsor a reception, meal, networking experience, golf outing, hospitality opportunity, or other activity at an ARDA signature event.
Invest in the Future
Scholarship Support
Make a direct contribution to ARDA's scholarship program and help support students and emerging professionals connected to railway development.
Ready to Partner with ARDA?
Select your corporate sponsorship level and support ARDA's programs, events, and railway development community throughout the year.
Submit Your Sponsorship Pledge
Corporate Sponsorship
Sponsorship Levels
All corporate sponsors receive year-round recognition, with visibility increasing by sponsorship level. Event registration benefits vary by sponsor type and are outlined below.
Platinum Sponsorship
Platinum
$7,500
Year-Round Recognition
  • Premier visibility with company logo and description prominently featured on the ARDA website homepage with a link to your website.
  • Company logo displayed on the sponsor banner at ARDA events.
  • Event Registration Benefits: Receive event registration benefits based on sponsorship level and sponsor type. See options below.
Gold Sponsorship
Gold
$5,000
Year-Round Recognition
  • High-visibility company logo and description featured on the ARDA website homepage with a link to your website.
  • Company logo displayed on the sponsor banner at ARDA events.
  • Event Registration Benefits: Receive event registration benefits based on sponsorship level and sponsor type. See options below.
Silver Sponsorship
Silver
$3,000
Year-Round Recognition
  • Company logo featured on the ARDA sponsorship page with a link to your website.
  • Company logo displayed on the sponsor banner at ARDA events.
  • Event Registration Benefits: Receive event registration benefits based on sponsorship level and sponsor type. See options below.
Bronze Sponsorship
Bronze
$1,000
Year-Round Recognition
  • Company name listed on the ARDA sponsorship page with a link to your website.
  • Company logo displayed on the sponsor banner at ARDA events.
  • Event Registration Benefits: Receive event registration benefits based on sponsorship level and sponsor type. See options below.
Event Registration Benefits
Choose the Benefits That Apply to Your Organization
Event registration benefits vary by sponsorship level and sponsor type. Review the options below to see the benefits available to your organization. Your event benefit selection will be made when completing the Corporate Sponsorship Pledge Form.
Supplier / Consultant Sponsors
The following event benefit options are available to Supplier and Consultant Sponsors.
Platinum
2 Annual Meeting registrations

OR

4 Executive Forum registrations

OR

1 Annual Meeting registration + 2 Executive Forum registrations
Gold
1 Annual Meeting registration

OR

2 Executive Forum registrations
Silver
1 Executive Forum registration + $50 Annual Meeting registration credit

OR

$450 Annual Meeting registration credit
Bronze
$150 credit toward one Executive Forum registration

OR

$150 credit toward one Annual Meeting registration
Railroad Sponsors
Railroad sponsors receive enhanced event registration benefits based on ARDA's Railroader Member registration rates. Select one option for your sponsorship level when completing your pledge form.
Platinum
2 Annual Meeting registrations + $200 credit toward an additional registration

OR

1 Annual Meeting registration + 3 Executive Forum registrations
Gold
1 Annual Meeting registration + $100 credit toward an additional registration

OR

2 Executive Forum registrations + $150 credit toward an additional registration
Silver
1 Executive Forum registration + $125 Annual Meeting registration credit

OR

$450 Annual Meeting registration credit
Bronze
$150 credit toward either the Executive Forum or Annual Meeting
Event Registration Benefits
How Your Benefits Work
1
Choose Your Benefit
Select the event benefit that best fits your organization when you commit to sponsorship.
2
Receive Your Code
ARDA will provide the unique registration code or codes associated with your selected benefit.
3
Redeem Online
Enter the applicable code during online registration for the Annual Meeting or Executive Forum.
4
Register Your Employees
Each code may be used once by an employee of the sponsoring organization.
Event Benefit Terms: Benefits are non-transferable and available only to employees of the sponsoring company. No retroactive credits or refunds will be issued. Sponsors committing after the Executive Forum may select Annual Meeting options only.
Targeted Event Visibility
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Event Sponsorships give organizations targeted visibility during ARDA's Executive Forum and Annual Meeting. Opportunities range from title sponsorship to meals, receptions, networking experiences, golf, hospitality, and more.
Executive Forum
Executive Forum Sponsorships
Connect your organization with Executive Forum attendees by sponsoring a key experience during the event.
Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting Sponsorships
Increase your organization's visibility throughout ARDA's largest annual gathering by sponsoring an attendee experience or networking opportunity.
Sponsorship opportunities and availability vary by event. View the current event sponsorship form for available options and pricing.
View Current Event Sponsorship Opportunities
Scholarship Support
Invest in the Next Generation
ARDA also welcomes direct contributions to our scholarship program. Scholarship support helps ARDA invest in students and emerging professionals while strengthening the future of the railway development community.
Support ARDA Scholarships