CMMC Grant Summit 2026 | Sponsorship Opportunity

Speak to the Right Buyers. Twice.

Two online events.
One focused audience of small DIB contractors actively researching how to fund and implement CMMC compliance.
One fee that covers both.

Event 1
August 19, 2026
The MEP CMMC Grant Landscape
+
Event 2
October 21, 2026
Examples & Testimonials
$40K–$150K iSource: DoD/industry cost estimates for CMMC Level 2 implementation at small DIB companies, including gap assessment, remediation, documentation, and third-party assessment fees.
Implementation Cost
What a CMMC Level 2 implementation typically costs a small contractor.
70%+ iSource: CMMC-AB / DoD 2025 readiness survey. Indicates the share of small DIB contractors who have not yet completed a formal CMMC assessment.
Pre-Assessment
Of small DIB contractors are still pre-CMMC-assessment and looking for help right now.
Q4 2026
DFARS Rule
When CMMC clause is required in DoD contracts. The urgency is real.

These contractors are actively searching for help. They need someone they trust to point the way.

ABOUT CYBER GRANTS ALLIANCE

We're a trusted navigator for small businesses seeking information and funding assistance for cybersecurity solutions.

What We Provide

  • Plain-language education on CMMC compliance grants, MEP programs, APEX Accelerator resources, and funding for which small defense manufacturers qualify
  • Curated directory of verified grant programs, compliance resources, and service providers serving the defense industrial base
  • Influential visibility of Defense & Government Contractor Security Manufacturers, C3PAOs, and consultants who deliver compliance to grant-funded contractors
  • Content distribution across LinkedIn, our newsletter, and our growing web audience

Who We Reach

Small DIB Contractors

Manufacturers, logistics providers, and engineering services firms serving the DIB; the buyers who need CMMC and don't yet know where to start.

Decision-Makers

Founders, CEOs, compliance leads, and IT directors of companies that have active DoD contracts or are in the bid pipeline.

ABOUT THE SUMMIT

Two online events designed for DIB manufacturers to take action - not just build awareness.

EVENT ONE
August 19, 2026
The MEP CMMC Grant Landscape

What's actually funded, who qualifies, how to apply. Built for contractors hearing about NCODE, NIST 800-171 Rev. 3, and CMMC for the first time.

EVENT TWO
October 21, 2026
Examples & Testimonials

From application to award to implementation. Case studies from past participants and grant recipients along with reviews, references and firsthand success stories featuring our speakers and multiple-event sponsors.

FORMAT: Live online· 2 hours each· Curated speaker lineup· Audience Q&A· Recorded for post-event distribution

WHY IT WORKS

Presenting sponsors don't just buy a logo; they become the authority.

Speak with credibility

A 15–20 minute slot puts you in front of buyers making CMMC decisions. Present live or pre-record on your schedule. Either way, you are the expert they trust.

Reach motivated contractors

Our audience isn't browsing. They're contractors with active DoD work who need a path forward. They show up to make decisions.

Long content tail

Your session is recorded, edited, and redistributed across our newsletter, LinkedIn, and on-demand library months of impressions after the live event.

Aligned brand association

Cyber Grants Alliance is a neutral navigator. Sponsoring us positions you as the partner of choice, not just another vendor in the noise.

Two Ways to Sponsor

Both tiers give you brand visibility with an engaged DIB audience. Presenting Sponsors go further - you speak at both events, get co-marketing rights, and your sessions live on for a full year.

Recommended | Limited to 4 Slots
Presenting Sponsor
Presenting Sponsor
$2,500
One-time fee | covers both 2026 events
Per-event cost: $1,250 (vs $1,800+ at comparable events)
  • 15-20 minute speaking slot at EACH of the two events
  • Logo and name in all pre-event emails, social posts, and landing page
  • Speaker bio featured on the event landing page
  • Recorded sessions edited and distributed post-event with your branding
  • Prominent logo placement on CyberGrantsAlliance.org/cmmcsummit
  • Co-marketing approval eligibility across CGA channels
  • Audience Q&A included after your speaking slot
  • Priority slot selection (first confirmed sponsor picks first)
Corporate Sponsor
Corporate Sponsor
$1,000
Per event | logo placement and brand visibility
Support the community without a large investment
  • Logo on the event landing page
  • Logo in all promotional emails sent to CGA's distribution list
  • Listed in the sponsor section during the event
  • Access to the recorded event for internal use
  • Social media mention in post-event recap

Side-by-Side Comparison

Benefit Presenting
$2,500
Corporate
$1,000
Events coveredBoth (Aug 19 + Oct 21)Per event
15-20 min speaking slot (at both events)-
Logo in all promo materials
Speaker bio on landing page-
Recorded session distribution (branded)Access only
Logo on CyberGrantsAlliance.org-
Co-marketing eligibility-
Audience Q&A after your slot-
Social media mentionsPost-event recap
Listed in sponsor section
Available slotsLimited (4 max)Open

$2,500 Here Works Harder Than $2,500 Anywhere Else

Most marketing dollars buy attention. This one buys association with a mission your buyers already trust. Cyber Grants Alliance exists to help small businesses access real cybersecurity programs - which is exactly the brand small DIB contractors trust most.

Your CMMC Grant Summit session is recorded, edited, and redistributed for a full year. That is 12 months of distribution, not 4 weeks of ad spend.

Presenting Sponsor slots are limited to four. First confirmed Speaker Sponsor gets first choice of slot selection at both events.

Founding Sponsor Advantage

Pricing is intentionally low while we grow the audience. Early sponsors lock in before the next cohort costs more.

How We Compare

Event / Program Typical Fee What's Included
CMMC Day CGA is a proud sponsor $1,800 Community awareness event. We support it. Sponsoring the Summit puts your brand alongside CGA in both venues.
Typical industry webinar $1,500-$3,000 Single webinar, one speaking slot, variable audience
GovCon trade events $5,000+ Booth + speaking, broad audience, more dilution
CMMC Grant Summit
(Presenting)
$2,500 Speaking slots at TWO events, full year of distribution, focused DIB audience

How It Works

Three steps from inquiry to the spotlight.

  1. 1
    Submit Sponsorship Application and Schedule your Sponsorship Application Call
    Please use the form and following calendar page, below.
  2. 2
    Connect and Discuss
    Attend your 30-minute Sponsor Application call. As a Speaker Sponsor, you will align on your talk topic, speaker bio, brand assets, and slot timing across both events. As a Corporate Sponsor, you will address your marketing and promotion goals to ensure mission fit.
  3. 3
    Speak
    Pre-record on your schedule or present live. We handle all promotion across email, social, and the event landing page. Your session receives a full year of post-event distribution.

First confirmed Speaker Sponsor gets first choice of slot selection. Limited to 4 presenting sponsors per event.

Interested in being a Presenting Sponsor or Corporate Sponsor?

Fill out and submit your Sponsorship Application and schedule your 30-minute Sponsorship Application Call as a Speaker Sponsor or Corporate Sponsor.

  • Presenting Sponsor slots limited to 4 per event; first come, first served
  • Fee for Presenting Sponsor covers both events (August 19 and October 21)
  • First confirmed Speaker Sponsor gets first choice of slot selection at both events
  • All Sponsorship Applications require a scheduled conversation to be considered

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Presenting Sponsor slots are available?

Only four Presenting Sponsor slots are available across both 2026 events. Corporate Sponsor slots are open. Presenting slots are first-come, first-served - reach out early to reserve yours.

Does the Presenting Sponsor fee cover both events?

Yes. The $2,500 Presenting Sponsor fee is a one-time payment that covers all associated promotional benefits for speaking slots at both the August 19 and October 21 events.

What format is the speaking slot?

Presenting Sponsors receive a 15-20 minute speaking opportunity at each event, followed by audience Q&A. Topics are aligned during the Sponsorship Application Call and Preparation and Pre-recording Review Call so your session delivers real value to the audience.

Who will be in the audience?

Small to medium-sized DIB contractors - manufacturers, logistics providers, engineering services firms - who have active DoD contracts or are in the bid pipeline and need a path to CMMC compliance.

What happens with the recorded sessions?

Sessions are recorded, edited, and redistributed through CGA's newsletter, LinkedIn, and on-demand library. Presenting Sponsors' recordings carry their branding for a full year of post-event distribution.

Is there flexibility on the speaking topic?

Yes. Topics should provide genuine value to CMMC compliance decision-makers. We vet talk topics during the Sponsorship Application Call to ensure they serve the audience - promotional pitches are not permitted.

What happens after I submit my Sponsorship Application?

On your scheduled Sponsorship Application Call, be prepared to discuss your branding, marketing, and promotional goals as well as your talk topic and background if you are a Presenting Sponsor.

Can I schedule a call before submitting?

Yes, if you want to discuss fit, available slots, or talk topics before committing, book a call! All conversations are by scheduled appointment. Simply submit a Sponsorship Application.