Contribute to NASCA's growing library of thought leadership resources and support innovation in state government operations through any of these sponsorship and engagement opportunities. These options are available on a first come, first served basis exclusively to NASCA members.

NASCA may be able to customize an engagement package that mutually benefits your company and our NASCA members. Contact the staff to learn more.

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State Collaborative Research Partnership - $20,000
Limit 4 annually; check with NASCA staff for details and availability

Partner with NASCA and our state members to produce a research product focused on an issue of critical importance to state CAOs. The topics will align with one or more of the Top Ten Core Strategies or Emerging Issues and will be approved in advance by NASCA.

  • NASCA will help secure the participation of CAOs or their representatives interested in serving on a state collaborative on the chosen topic.
  • Corporate partner representatives will engage in facilitated discussions with state members.
  • Research product will be written and designed by NASCA in collaboration with the corporate partner. Recommendations will be vetted by NASCA through the Research Committee.
  • NASCA will provide one promotional social media post and two e-blasts.
  • The final product will be distributed to NASCA membership, posted to the NASCA Knowledge Center, and could become the foundation for future NASCA research and conference sessions.


Thought Leadership Webinars - $5,000 ($8,000 for two-part series)
Limit 4 annually; check with NASCA staff for details and availability

Partner with NASCA to produce a compelling virtual experience focused on an issue relevant to state CAOs.

  • Webinar is exclusive to the sponsor.
  • Corporate sponsor will provide speaker(s) and may recommend state members to serve as panelists.
  • Topics will align with the Top Ten Core Strategies or Emerging Issues and will be approved in advance by NASCA.
  • Up to 60 minutes will be allotted, including introductions and questions.
  • Format will be interview-style with NASCA facilitation and engagement with state members.
  • NASCA will provide one promotional social media post and two e-blasts.
  • Recorded session will be posted to the NASCA Knowledge Center for lasting on-demand access.

NASCA and Partner Co-branded Resources - $3,000
Limit 4 annually; contact the NASCA staff for details and availability

Create a lasting impression by partnering with NASCA to develop a two-page resource for state members.

  • Topics should align with one or more of Top Ten Core Strategies or Emerging Issues and will be approved in advance by NASCA.
  • Corporate partner will collaborate with NASCA staff to develop and design a two-page e-resource for state members.
  • Resource will be co-branded with NASCA and corporate partner logo.
  • NASCA will provide one social media promotional post and one e-blast.
  • Resource will be sent to state Chief Administrators via e-blast and posted to the Knowledge Center for on-demand access and self-print.

In-Kind Opportunities

Knowledge Expedition
Limit 2 annually; contact the NASCA staff for details and availability

Partner with NASCA to create a memorable invitation-only learning and sharing experience for NASCA leaders.

  • Opportunity is to host the NASCA Executive Committee at the corporate partner’s local office in the city where an in-person NASCA event is being held.
  • NASCA and corporate partner representatives will co-develop the agenda for a 30-minute discussion on state initiatives.
  • Corporate partner may host an onsite reception for attendees, allowing for additional networking.
  • There is no sponsorship cost for this opportunity; however, availability is limited and the corporate partner is responsible for all related expenses.

Signature Research Project
Limit 2 annually; selection made through an RFP process

Develop national research to identify and prioritize key issues, determine trends, and understand the perspectives of state leaders.

  • Not a true sponsorship, but a valuable option none the less! NASCA will issue a request for proposals. Up to two proposals may be accepted and a mutually agreeable memorandum of understanding is required.
  • Topics will align with the Top Ten Core Strategies or Emerging Issues.
  • Research product will be led, written, and designed by the corporate partner, in collaboration with NASCA.
  • Research product and recommendations will be vetted by NASCA through the Research Committee.
  • Final product will be distributed to NASCA membership and posted to the NASCA Knowledge Center.
  • NASCA will provide one promotional social media post and two e-blasts.
  • There is no sponsorship cost for this opportunity; however, availability is limited and the corporate partner is responsible for all related expenses.

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