Why Sponsor

More than a logo placement.

A real seat at the table.

Sponsors make the World Design Experience powered by San Diego Design Week possible through cash contributions and in-kind support. All levels of sponsorship receive prominent recognition leading up to and throughout the event.

We invite you to join us to support this community event and elevate the design conversation in our region — and beyond.

“Sponsoring SDDW gave us direct access to the creative community we care most about — in the city we call home.”

— Past SDDW Sponsor

300+

Press Impressions

40K+

Social Reach

50+

Speakers

Platform

Speak directly to SD’s most creative professionals across panels, spotlights, and events.

Network

Exclusive networking access to designers, founders, educators, and civic leaders.

Community

Demonstrate your commitment to design culture in San Diego and position as an industry leader.

Visibility

Logo placement on event signage, digital assets, the SDDW website, and mobile app.

Thank you to this year’s sponsors!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Four tiers.
One mission.

Every tier includes prominent recognition before and during Design Week. Choose the level that fits your organization — or contact us to build a custom package.

Top Tier

$10,000

Design Champion

  • Underwrite a key event to showcase your support and brand
  • Inclusion in high-profile panels, design tours, or spotlight sessions
  • 10 tickets to VIP events
  • Dedicated press release spotlighting your sponsorship
  • Dedicated social media posts via official SDDW channels
  • Prominent feature on SDDW website and event app
  • Logo on all event signage and digital assets
  • Exclusive networking opportunities
  • Year-round participation in Design Forward Alliance events

$5,000

Design Advocate

  • Underwrite an event or activation to showcase your support and brand
  • 5 tickets to VIP events
  • Dedicated social media posts via official SDDW channels
  • Prominent feature on SDDW website and event app
  • Logo on all event signage and digital assets

$2,500

Design Supporter

  • 2 tickets to VIP events
  • Logo placement on SDDW website and event app
  • Logo on all event signage and digital assets

$1,000

Design Donor

  • 1 ticket to VIP events
  • Logo placement on SDDW website and event app

What You Get

Recognition that travels

Your brand appears before, during, and after Design Week — across digital, print, social, and in-person touchpoints.

01 / Digital

Web + App

Prominent logo placement on sddesignweek.org and the official event app, seen by thousands of visitors in the lead-up to and throughout the week.

02 / Social

Social Media

Dedicated sponsor spotlights and recurring mentions across Instagram, LinkedIn, and X via SDDW’s official channels, reaching 16,000+ design followers.

03 / Press

Media Coverage

Top-tier sponsors receive a dedicated press release distributed to regional and design industry media contacts.

04 / Signage

Event Presence

Logo on physical signage at high-traffic venue locations throughout Design Week — from Opening Night to closing sessions.

05 / Access

VIP Tickets

Reserved seating and reception tickets for your team at the SDDW Opening Reception

06 / Network

Community Ties

Top sponsors gain year-round access through Design Forward Alliance events and ongoing presence in San Diego’s design ecosystem.

Let’s build Something Together

All levels of sponsorship can be customized. Whether you’re a local studio or a global brand, there’s a meaningful way to be part of Design Week.

Get in Touch

Contact us to discuss how your organization can make an impact and receive prominent recognition throughout Design Week.

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