SUPPORT ACSA
Cask Strength Sponsorship
The American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) offers many distinct benefits designed to maximize and showcase the suppliers who support our association at the $10,000 Cask Strength* level. We understand the connection between what you do and how that can help both ACSA, the only national non-profit organization in the United States representing the craft spirits industry and the over 2,100 craft distillers operating in each of the fifty states.
For that reason, we have hand-tailored the following package to elevate your brand and give you the greatest return on your investment. And, of course, there is the added benefit of bolstering your reputation as you demonstrate you care about the success of the craft spirits industry.
Cask Strength Sponsor Benefits
1. MEMBERSHIP
- 15 additional user accounts on ACSA’s members-only website
- 1 year ACSA Affiliate Level Membership
- Company listing in ACSA’s members-only online vendor directory (launching 2025)
- Complimentary access to ACSA monthly webinars and archive library
- Invitation to ACSA Advisory Council to convene with ACSA leadership, provide an independent sounding board and serve as an advocate for the craft beverage industry
- Yearbook Directory listing
2. ANNUAL CONVENTION & EXPO
- Attendee contact list provided 1x year
- Enhanced sponsor recognition signage throughout convention
- Preference for consideration of sponsor-submitted call for presentations for convention educational programming
- Premier double booth space with upgraded complimentary registration to four booth attendees
- Social media post on ACSA channels promoting your booth location during convention
- Sponsor recognition on show floor with signage at your exhibitor booth
3. LOGO RECOGNITION
- Logo recognition and link in ACSA’s e-newsletters: Monthly Mash and Craft Spirits Weekly
- Logo recognition in ACSA Annual Report and Yearbook
- Logo recognition on ACSA Website
- Social media post thanking annual sponsors
- Sponsor landing page on ACSA Website including your company description, logo, and link
4. MARKETING & ADVERTISING
- One dedicated sponsor spotlight, such as a Q&A feature in our digital communications
- One full page print ad ($2,800 value) for an issue of your choosing throughout the year
Sponsor-only discount on digital advertising (10%)
*Benefits current as of November 2024 and are subject to change with notice to sponsor. Note: All sponsorships are subject to ACSA Board of Directors approval.
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Apply for SponsorshipACSA MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES
Cask Strength Sponsors also enjoy all the benefits of Affiliate Membership, including:
ADVOCATE FOR THE CRAFT SPIRITS INDUSTRY
- Legislative Advocacy: ACSA champions the needs of craft spirits producers on Capitol Hill and beyond, improving the business climate for independent distillers on federal, state, and local levels. ACSA’s efforts have led to major wins—most notably the passage of long-term federal excise tax reform, saving craft distillers thousands each year.
- Quarterly Advocacy Report: Get exclusive, members-only access to updates on ACSA’s legislative and regulatory efforts, as well as ways you can make a difference.
- Committee Involvement: All members are eligible to serve on ACSA committees to help drive the initiatives that matter most to the craft spirits community.
LEARN & CONNECT
- Webinars: Stay informed with complimentary access to timely, expert-led webinars on critical topics for distillers and suppliers.
- Annual Convention: Attend ACSA’s flagship event at a heavily discounted rate—featuring robust education sessions, a dynamic vendor trade show, and networking with peers and industry leaders.
- CRAFT SPIRITS Magazine: Explore in-depth analysis, trend insights, and stories tailored for the craft spirits community in ACSA’s bi-monthly digital magazine.
- Craft Spirits Weekly: In our members-only newsletter, stay informed with exclusive updates on industry news, market trends, and recent releases.
- Additional User Accounts: Extend the benefits of membership to your team with 15 included user accounts, ensuring your colleagues can also access ACSA’s education and resources.
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
- ACSA Events: Affiliate members receive a heavy discount on the American Craft Spirits Convention & Expo.
- Paychex: ACSA has a national partnership with Paychex to help simplify the challenges of HR, payroll and benefits administration at a discount to our members. Learn more.
- Moonshine University: ACSA members enjoy an exclusive 10% discount on all Moonshine University courses. Use code ACSA10. Click here for a full list of programs.
Development Committee
Chair
Tom Mooney, House Spirits
Committee Members
Colton Weinstein, Corsair Distillery
Jake Howland, Aristotle Spirits
Joe O'Sullivan, Clear Creek Distillery
Kerianne Krause, Beyond Distilling Co.
Molly Troupe, Freeland Spirits
Sydney Jones, FEW Spirits
Margie A.S. Lehrman, Chief Executive Officer
