Packaging Recycling Summit CONTACT SALES

Event Overview

The Packaging Recycling Summit 2026, presented by Packaging World, returns June 15–17 at the Loews Chicago O’Hare Hotel in Rosemont, IL. This premier event brings together leaders from across the packaging value chain—including brands, material suppliers, recyclers, MRFs, and policy experts—to explore the innovations, partnerships, and policies driving a more circular future for packaging.

Why PRS Stands Out

Unlike any other U.S. event, PRS bridges the gap between packaging developers, recyclers, and material innovators. It is the only conference where attendees engage in deep, cross-sector conversations to address design-for-recyclability challenges, align on evolving legislation, and forge business partnerships that lead to real-world impact.

Audience Profile

• Brand Owners (CPG, Food & Beverage, Personal Care, Household Products)
• Material Suppliers (plastics, paper, metal, glass, flexible packaging)
• Reprocessors and Recyclers
• Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs)
• Retailers and E-commerce Platforms
• NGOs, Policymakers, and Industry Associations


Awareness
Lead generation

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Diamond Sponsorship - $20,000 | Limit 3

PRE-EVENT

  • Logo, link, and company description on website and in mobile app
  • Logo on select marketing materials
  • One (1) LinkedIn post announcing sponsor’s participation
  • Access to attendee list and meeting scheduling tool (14-days out)
  • *10 VIP Meetings – exclusive email introduction to pre-selected attendees for possible matchmaking
  • Pre-event Webinar – participate in a promotional webinar 8-weeks prior to the event (450 additional leads generated in 2024!)
  • Pre-event email to registration list

ONSITE
Event Access

  • 5 Staff passes
  • 20 Client/prospect/end user passes (non-staff members)

Brand Awareness & Experience

  • 6’ tabletop; 2 chairs
  • Logo on event signage
  • Logo included in main stage housekeeping loop 
  • Push notification in mobile app
  • Recognition during welcome address
  • Logo on main stage
  • Sponsor networking activity – includes branding & opportunity to address participants
  • Hotel room upgrade for VIP guest

Thought Leadership

  • Executive interview on the main stage (15-min)
  • Case-study/thought leadership breakout session (30-min)
  • Video recording of presentation offered in post-event video library

POST-EVENT

  • **Complete registration list, including full contact information
  • Session attendance report
  • Scanned leads report
  • Sponsored content download report
  • Presentation hosted in post-event video library
  • Video Library registration list
  • Video Library video view report
  • (1) Sustainable Packaging Weekly newsletter sponsorship featuring your presentation video

**Reports include attendee name, job title, company, postal address, email address

Note: Some package deliverables are deadline-dependent and may not be available at the time contract is signed.

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Platinum Sponsorship - $15,000 | Limit 6

PRE-EVENT

  • Logo, link, and company description on website and in mobile app
  • Logo on select marketing materials
  • One (1) LinkedIn post announcing sponsor’s participation
  • Access to attendee list and meeting scheduling tool (14-days out)
  • *5 VIP Meetings – email Introduction to pre-selected attendees for possible matchmaking

ONSITE
Event Access

  • 4 Staff passes
  • 15 Client/prospect/end user passes (non-staff members)

Brand Awareness & Experience

  • 6’ tabletop; 2 chairs
  • Logo on event signage
  • Logo included in main stage housekeeping loop 
  • Push notification in mobile app
  • Recognition during welcome address
  • Sponsor breakfast, lunch, or refreshment break – includes branding & recognition

Thought Leadership

  • Case-study/thought leadership breakout session (30-min)
  • Video recording of presentation offered in post-event video library

POST-EVENT

  • **Complete registration list, including full contact information
  • Session attendance report
  • Scanned leads report
  • Sponsored content download report
  • Presentation hosted in post-event video library
  • Video Library registration list
  • Video Library video view report

**Reports include attendee name, job title, company, postal address, email address

Note: Some package deliverables are deadline-dependent and may not be available at the time contract is signed.

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Gold Sponsorship - $10,000 | Limit 10

PRE-EVENT

  • Logo, link, and company description on website and in mobile app
  • Logo on select marketing materials
  • One (1) LinkedIn post announcing sponsor’s participation
  • Access to attendee list and meeting scheduling tool (7-days out)

ONSITE
Event Access

  • 3 Staff passes
  • 10 Client/prospect/end user passes (non-staff members)

Brand Awareness & Experience

  • 6’ tabletop; 2 chairs
  • Logo on event signage
  • Logo included in main stage housekeeping loop
  • Push notification in mobile app

Thought Leadership

  • Host a roundtable discussion on Tuesday or Wednesday

POST-EVENT

  • Roundtable attendance report
  • Scanned leads report
  • Sponsored content download report

**Reports include attendee name, job title, company, postal address, email address

Note: Some package deliverables are deadline-dependent and may not be available at the time contract is signed.

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Exhibit Only

Tabletop Sponsorship - Materials Supplier - $3,995 | Limit 10

  • 2 Staff Passes; 5 Client Passes
  • 6’ tabletop, 2 chairs
  • Logo on website, marketing materials, mobile app, and event signage
  • Lead retrieval license - scanned leads
  • One (1) LinkedIn post announcing exhibitor’s participation
  • Access to meeting scheduling too

Additional Opportunities 

Networking Activity Sponsor - $10,000 | Limit 3

Benefits include:

  • 2 Staff Passes
  • 5 Client/prospect/end user passes (non-staff members)
  • Host an interactive networking activity during the afternoon on Monday or Tuesday
  • Work with conference organizers to choose a theme that mixes fun, local flavor and CPG industry tie-ins so attendees can network naturally while doing something memorable (ex: deep-dish pizza making, Chicago hot dog bar challenge, beer & brats brand pairing, etc)
  • Sponsor representative can make introductory remarks and welcome guests to the activity
  • Includes sponsor branding on session signage and related marketing materials
  • **Receive session attendance report

**Attendee Name, Title, Company, Country, Email Address
Note: Some package deliverables are deadline-dependent and may not be available at the time contract is signed.

Registration Sponsor - $10,000 | Limit 1

  • 2 Staff Passes
  • 5 Client/prospect/end user passes (non-staff members)
  • Welcome Signage – sponsor branding on conference registration counters
  • Lanyard – exclusive branding on conference badge lanyards
  • Registration Email – branding on attendee email confirmations
  • Complete registration/attendance report for in-person event

**Registration report includes Attendee Name, Title, Company, Country, Email Address

Live Stream Sponsor - $10,000 | Limit 1

  • 2 Staff Passes
  • 5 Client/prospect/end user passes (non-staff members)
  • Branding on all Live Stream promotions
  • Branding on the Live Stream landing page
  • Branding on event website
  • Video pre-roll ad
  • Complete registration/attendance report for live stream
  • Highly engaging as viewers are part of the process
  • Richer media to raise your brands visibility

**Registration report includes Attendee Name, Title, Company, Country, Email Address

Add-On Sponsorship Opportunities

*MUST be purchased with a traditional sponsorship

Water Stations - $3,500 | Limit 1

  • Branded water jug covers and reusable water bottles

Wi-Fi - $3,500 | Limit 1

  • Sponsor receives brand recognition on the attendee name badges, within the mobile app, and on the event website.

Mobile App - $3,500 | Limit 1

  • Sponsor receives brand recognition on the attendee name badges, within the mobile app, and on the event website.

Keynote Seat Drop $2,500 | Limit 4

  • Provide an item to be placed on each seat prior to a keynote

NOTE: Event sponsorship registrations constitute a binding agreement and are non-cancellable and non-transferrable by the purchaser.


Awareness
Lead generation

Awareness
Lead generation

Further Details

SPONSORSHIP CLOSE DATE: APRIL 17, 2026

Ready to book? Please share the corresponding link below:

Diamond Sponsorship 
https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2026/begin?reg_type_id=913225&ref=pmg-hub 

Platinum Sponsorship
https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2026/begin?reg_type_id=913227&ref=pmg-web 

Gold Sponsorship
https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2026/begin?reg_type_id=913228?ref=pmg-web 

Tabletop Sponsorship
https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2026/begin?reg_type_id=913238&ref=pmg-web 

NOTE: Event sponsorship registrations constitute a binding agreement and are non-cancellable and non-transferrable by the purchaser.

Sponsorship Inventory Report

PW: PmG$ales500

*Sponsorship items will only appear once one in the category has been sold. The report will show many many have sold against total inventory. You will need to manuall subtract to determine how many are left.

ATTENDEE LISTS - DO NOT SHARE LOG IN INFO WITH CUSTOMERS

2025 In-Person: https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/direct-report/registrant?id=iHcvbjAJB1n-N4AM9-ZB8A0FlSQQ6PRS_1750455509 

2025 Virtual: https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/direct-report/registrant?id=RRx_sN49zezI6HcaKLaqqx4sG8Tqo99g_1755543478 

PW: PmG$ales500

SPONSORSHIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • Unique Cross-Supply-Chain Participation: CPG brands, recyclers, reprocessors, MRFs, retailers, suppliers, NGOs, and policymakers under one roof.

  • Focused, Actionable Content: Tracks on design for recyclability, innovation in materials, infrastructure and technology, and policy & compliance.

  • Strategic Networking: Curated matchmaking, structured roundtables, and informal networking opportunities built into the schedule.

  • Market Intelligence: Exclusive research and case studies from brands leading the way.

  • Chicago Accessibility: Centrally located near O’Hare International Airport, minimizing travel friction for national and international attendees.

EVENT WEBSITE RESOURCES

Highlight Video: 

Who Attends: https://www.packagingrecyclingsummit.com/2026/who-attends 

2025 TESTIMONIALS

*coming soon!

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