Dates
Application Acceptance: Jan. 16 to Feb. 20, 2026
Announcement of Elite Sponsor: Feb. 25, 2026

Why Elite?
The Elite Sponsorship tier for ROOTCON 20 is a highly exclusive category, limited to one (1) organization only.

Selection for this tier is conducted through a screened application and evaluation process and is not first-come, first-served. Applications are reviewed with a strong emphasis on meaningful community engagement and participation, in alignment with ROOTCON’s values and culture.

Organizations that apply but are not selected for the Elite Sponsorship will be automatically considered for the Platinum Sponsorship tier, subject to availability and confirmation.

Selection Criteria
• Demonstrated commitment to engaging with the cybersecurity community
• Willingness to actively participate in conversations, activities, and shared community spaces
• Meaningful contribution to education, learning, and skills development
• Strong alignment with the interests and values of the ROOTCON community
• Proven ethical and responsible security practices
• Clear intent to build long-term relationships beyond the event itself

Inclusions
Exposure
Speedtalk presentation during the event - 25 mins
AVP (Audio-Visual Presentation) feature
Company logo on RC20 website
Company logo on all event collaterals Social media mentions across ROOTCON platforms

Presence
Booth space at the event (6x4m size)
Access to attendee opt-in list
Digital Passport integration (for booth check-ins)
Post-conference report with engagement metrics
3 VIP passes for key representatives
3 Vendor pass for operational staff
Additional passes: 20% off regular rate

Exclusive Add-on
Company logo placement on RC20 Official Shirt (200 pcs)
Photowall (15 ft W × 8 ft H)
Exclusive 2 – 3 hour training session on Day 1 (non-product/service-focused)