Why Sponsor?
The Chicago Fashion Summit is the Midwest’s only large-scale fashion business conference, bringing together designers, retailers, media, influencers, and tech innovators. Sponsorship puts your brand in front of a highly engaged, fashion-forward audience, while showing your commitment to Chicago’s growing creative economy.
Access
Access to 175+ in-person attendees during Chicago Fashion Week
Reach
Digital reach of 80,000+ through AIBI, FGI Chicago, and media partners
Recognition
Recognition in marketing, press, and event promotions
Opportunities
Opportunities for direct engagement through speaking, activation areas, and vendor market
Our Audience
Chicago’s Fashion Core—designers, photographers, stylists, buyers, boutique owners, and PR professionals—numbers nearly 50,000–60,000 strong. This summit is dedicated to advancing Chicago’s fashion industry by bringing us together for education, networking, and a shared moment of inspiration.
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Fashion Professionals
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Independent designers
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Fashion entrepreneurs
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Stylists & boutique owners
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Retailers & buyers
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Creatives & Influencers
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Content creators
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Fashion photographers
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Models & stylists
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Students & Style Enthusiasts
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Aspiring models & designers
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Fashion students & alumni
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Fashion-forward consumers
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Business & Tech Professionals
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Fashion tech developers
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Circular economy leaders
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PR, legal, & brand consultants
Sponsorship Levels Overview
Summit Supporter
2 VIP tickets + name recognition
Community Sponsor
Logo placement + vendor table + 2 VIP tickets
Session Sponsor
Naming rights for a session + speaking/moderation opportunity + 4 VIP tickets
Title Sponsor
“Presented by” branding + keynote stage time + premium placement + 8 VIP tickets
For a full list of benefits, including in-kind and activation opportunities, please download the Sponsorship Packet.
Additional Opportunities
Breakfast, Lunch, and Mixer Sponsors
Photo/Video Sponsor
Talent Sponsor
All-Day Beverage Sponsor
Printing & Signage Sponsor
These unique activations are customizable to fit your brand goals.
How to Get Involved
Spots are limited and filling quickly.
Download the packet or contact us to discuss customizing a sponsorship that's right for you.
Contact info:
Nicole Ruiz - Executive Director, AIBI - executivedirector@aibi.com
Jess Crane - Regional Director, FGI Chicago - fgichicago@gmail.com