Sponsorship Opportunities

The Association of Corporate Counsel Houston Chapter (“ACC Houston”) is excited to celebrate 40+ years as a chapter! We proudly offer the following sponsorship opportunities for 2026, including many valuable ways to develop connections and network with our members. Sponsorship offers multiple opportunities to market to an audience of over 1350 in-house counsel in the Greater Houston area, representing over 600 different companies. As a Sponsor, your firm has many options to interact, network, and build professional relationships with our members at CLE events, practice group meetings, social activities, community outreach initiatives and our Signature Event—ACC Houston’s 27th Annual Golf Tournament in the spring of 2026 and the epic Spa Event in September of 2026. After meeting with business development professionals from our sponsor partners, we are offering more options than ever to provide value, regardless of how you choose to connect with our members. Join us in connecting, networking, and building lasting professional relationships.

Thank you for your support of this great organization. If you have any questions about sponsorship opportunities, or would like to create your own sponsorship/event outside of this packet, please contact our Executive Director, Elena Baer at 346.336.6154 or by email at [email protected].

Thanks for your support!

ACC Houston Chapter

 

2026 Sponsorship Brochure

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2026 Sponsorship Guidelines

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Marquee Sponsorship - Golf and Spa Signature Events: $30,000 SOLD OUT

Marquee Sponsor for both of ACC Houston's Golf and Spa Signature Events, offering premier exposure and networking with top legal professionals. Enjoy unparalleled brand visibility and engagement in the spring and fall at both of these exclusive, high profile gatherings. 

Marquee Golf and Spa Sponsorship benefits include:

• Identification as Marquee Sponsor at both the Golf and Spa Signature Events and throughout the year on our website and at other select events
• Ability to provide signage, brochures and other firm marketing material during the CLE at both events
• Two (2) Golf Teams at the Golf Event
• Two (2) Sponsor participants at the Spa Event
• Four (4) Sponsor representatives at each of the Golf and Spa Networking receptions following CLE
• Hosting a 1-hour CLE at one (1) of ACC Houston’s monthly Chapter Meetings (see details for chapter meeting in this package; additional benefits for golf and spa from chapter meeting are included in the above for this sponsorship)
• ACC Houston Website Spotlight for 2026 Calendar year
• ACC Houston Marketing (for details and benefits please see last page before Sponsorship Application)

Marquee Sponsorship - Full Day CLE Event: $25,000 (+ event costs) 

An exclusive Full Day CLE Seminar designed with input from ACC Houston members that highlights your firm’s attorneys and their expertise. This is an excellent opportunity to spend an entire day networking with in-house counsel who could end up as clients. You may couple this with a seminar put on for your own clients who are not ACC Houston members, who could learn the benefits of ACC Houston membership from participating ACC Houston members. If the event cannot be held in person, it will be held as a webinar and recorded for viewing in our Webinar Library.

Marquee Full Day CLE Seminar Sponsorship benefits include:

• Identification as Marquee Sponsor at the Full Day CLE Seminar and throughout year on our website and at other select events
• Eight (8) In-Person Sponsor representatives (in addition to presenters) at the Full Day CLE Seminar
• Two (2) Golf Teams at the Golf Event
• One (1) Sponsor Spa participant at the Spa Event
• Six (6) Sponsor representatives at Golf reception 
• Two (2) Sponsor representatives may attend the Ethics Seminar at the Spa event
• ACC Houston Website Spotlight for 2026 Calendar Year
• ACC Houston Marketing

 

Monthly Chapter Meeting Sponsorship: $18,000 SOLD OUT

Demonstrate your knowledge and expertise to a room full of in-house counsel at one of our Monthly Chapter Meetings which are typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of every month. A great opportunity to network and highlight some of your firm’s practice areas.  We are creating value through connection!

Monthly Chapter Meeting Sponsorship benefits include: host a one (1) hour CLE in person PLUS one of the following options: 
(a) host a second one (1) hour CLE in person in the Woodlands (Sponsor is responsible for event costs); OR 
(b) host a second one (1) hour CLE Webinar on-line; OR 
(c) host an in-person social event with facilitated networking capabilities (Sponsor is responsible for event costs) 

All events must take place during Sponsor’s assigned month.  All webinar events may be recorded and added to our Webinar Library. Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives may attend in addition to speakers.

Additional benefits:

• One (1) Golf Team at the Golf Event
• One (1) Sponsor Spa participant at the Spa Event
• Five (5) Sponsor representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

Half Day CLE Seminar Sponsorship: $15,000 (+ event costs)

A Half-Day CLE Seminar is designed to allow your firm to highlight targeted areas of expertise. This sponsorship includes a four (4) hour CLE Seminar as an in-person event (at sponsor’s expense) OR an online Webinar with a social networking component.  This is an excellent opportunity to connect with in-house counsel.

• All speakers may attend the entire event
• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives may attend in addition to any Sponsor representatives speaking at the event
• Sponsor may invite up to ten (10) additional people to attend the event (e.g., in-house counsel who are non-ACC Houston Members; non-lawyer employees working in the subject matter area such as HR or finance professionals; client business professionals interested in the subject).
  

Additional benefits:

• One (1) Golf Team at the Golf Event
• One (1) Sponsor Spa attendee at the Spa Event
• Five (5) Sponsor representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

Practice Group Sponsorship: $12,500 (+ event costs) 

Host a breakfast, lunch, or cocktail event with in-house counsel whose practice areas and industries align with the capabilities and offerings of your firm. 

The Practice Group Sponsorship benefits include two events:  host a one (1) hour CLE either in person or entirely on-line; PLUS one of the following options: 

1. host a second one (1) hour CLE in person or on-line webinar; OR 
2. host a one (1) hour social event.  

The first event must take place before June 30, 2025 and the second event must take place before December 31, 2025 and in compliance with our calendaring policy.  

Practice Group Additional Add-Ons and benefits:

For an additional $2,500 plus any event costs, a Practice Group Sponsor may host an additional event:

1. a one (1) hour CLE in person or via webinar OR
2. host a one (1) hour  in-person social event, OR
   
3. host a focused networking event, an exclusive social event that provides an excellent opportunity to network with a small group (up to 10) of in-house counsel, who have expressed a particular interest in a practice area of your choosing, in a relaxed small group setting.

Additional benefits:

• One (1) Golf team at the Golf Event
• One (1) Sponsor Spa Networking attendee at the Spa Event
• Four (4) Sponsor representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

Practice Groups Available: 

• AI and Business Technologies - SOLD OUT
• Best Practices - SOLD OUT
• Construction - SOLD OUT
• Data Privacy & Security - SOLD OUT
  
• Energy - SOLD OUT
• Ethics & Compliance - SOLD OUT
  
• Environmental & Sustainability Law 
• Heath Care Law - SOLD OUT
• Intellectual Property 
• International - SOLD OUT
• Labor & Employment - SOLD OUT
• Litigation - SOLD OUT
• Mergers & Acquisitions -SOLD OUT
• Small Legal Departments 
• Other practice groups - Bring us your idea to consider

 

Corporate Governance Practice Group: $12,500 (+ event costs)

The Practice Group Sponsorship benefits include two events: host a lunch or dinner event with the ACCH Board to present a CLE on corporate governance; and host a one (1) hour webinar or in-person CLE for ACCH members on corporate governance.

Additional benefits:

• One (1) Golf team at the Golf/Spa Event
• One (1) Sponsor Spa Networking attendee at the Golf/Spa Event
• Four (4) Sponsor representatives at the Golf/Spa Reception

Annual Symposium Sponsorship: $10,000 SOLD OUT

Participate in a day-long, multi-sponsor seminar covering a variety of topics. Highlight one of your firm’s areas of expertise and network with in-house counsel at lunch and the cocktail reception following the Symposium. This sponsorship includes: One 50-minute CLE presentation at ACC Houston’s Annual Symposium, scheduled to be held in August 2026.

All speakers are invited to attend the entire day-long event including luncheon featuring the Symposium’s keynote speaker and the Annual Symposium Networking Social reception at the conclusion of the programming.  Each firm receives up to five (5) complimentary tickets, in addition to speakers.

Additional benefits include:

• One (1) Golf Team at the Golf Event
• Two (2) Sponsor representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

Annual Symposium Lunch Time Sponsorship: $6,500 SOLD OUT

Host the seated Lunch with ACC Houston's scheduled Keynote speaker for the Annual Symposium. All of the Symposium panelists and all attendees at the Symposium are invited to the Lunch and Keynote.

Up to five (5) Sponsor representative may attend the entire day’s events

Annual Symposium Networking Social: $7,000

Host the networking reception event at the conclusion of the Annual Symposium. ACC Houston has historically offered raffle prizes to the participants. Some Sponsors who present at the Symposium also provide raffle prizes. The Symposium panelists and all attendees at the Symposium are invited to the Networking Social Reception.

Up to five (5) Sponsor representative may attend the entire day’s events

*NEW* The Ethical Edge Sponsorship: $10,000

Participate in a half-long, multi-sponsor seminar covering a variety of ethical topics. Highlight one of your firm’s areas of expertise and network with in-house counsel at breaks and the cocktail reception to cap off the day. This sponsorship includes: One 50-minute CLE presentation at ACC Houston’s Ethical Edge event, scheduled to be held in the first quarter of 2026.

All speakers are invited to attend the entire event including the Networking Social reception at the conclusion of the programming.  Each firm receives up to five (5) complimentary tickets, in addition to speakers.

Additional benefits include:

• One (1) Golf Team at the Golf Event
• Two (2) Sponsor representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

The Ethical Edge Networking Breaks Sponsorship: $5,000

Host all of the networking breaks at this year's Ethical Edge event.

Up to five (5) Sponsor representative may attend the entire day’s events

The Ethical Edge Networking Social: $7,000

Host the networking reception event at the conclusion of the Ethical Edge Seminar. ACC Houston has historically offered raffle prizes to the participants. Some Sponsors who present at the event will also provide raffle prizes. The  panelists and all attendees at the event are invited to the Networking Social Reception.

Up to five (5) Sponsor representative may attend the entire day’s events

Single Webinar CLE Sponsorship: $6,000 

Host a one (1) hour CLE focusing on a best practices, ethics, compliance or other timely “hot topic” featuring an area of your firm’s expertise and network with in-house counsel in a virtual setting with the use of “break-out” rooms or virtual “office hours” for questions and answers in post-event sessions. Unlimited number of employees from sponsoring firm may be invited to attend the webinar.  All webinars may be recorded at Sponsor’s option and added to our Webinar Library for members to obtain CLE credit for up to one year from the date of the original broadcast.

Additional benefits include:

• Two (2) Sponsor representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

Special Interest Sponsorships

Special Interest - Scholarship Champion: $8,000 (+ event costs for an additional event)

Named as Scholarship Champion (Sponsor) on the ACC Houston website and at the Scholarship Reception and Dinner, held in the spring 2026.  Each Sponsor will enjoy a night of great food and networking honoring the recipients of our Law School Scholarships.

• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives and their guest/spouse attend the Reception;
• One (1) Sponsor representative is invited to give a short testimonial on behalf of their firm during the dinner at the Reception and Dinner; 
• Sponsors may elect to receive resumes of Scholarship Recipients for clerkship or internship opportunities;
• Ability to provide promotional items at the Scholarship Reception and Dinner

 

Additional benefits include: 

• Host a separate one (1) hour CLE event either in person or entirely on-line as a webinar.  CLE should focus on the advancement of young professionals in the legal community (Sponsor covers event costs for in-person events). All webinar events may be recorded at Sponsor’s option and added to our Webinar Library.
• One (1) Golfer
• Two (2) Representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa

 

Special Interest - Pro Bono Ally: $5,000 (+ event costs for an additional event)

Named as Pro Bono Ally on the ACC Houston website and at the Scholarship Reception and Dinner, held in the spring 2025.  Each Sponsor will enjoy a night of great food and networking honoring the recipients of our Law School Scholarships.

• Up to two (2) Sponsor representatives and their guest/spouse attend the Scholarship Reception and Dinner;
• Sponsors may elect to receive resumes of Law School Scholarship Recipients for clerkship or internship opportunities;
• Ability to provide promotional items at the Scholarship Reception and Dinner

 

Additional benefits include: 

• Host a separate social event (Sponsor covers event costs for in-person events).
• If the opportunity becomes available, be a named Sponsor for a diverse candidate’s unpaid internship with a government agency or non-profit organization with an equal access to the law focus, or similar position

 

Special Interest Sponsorship - Women In The House (WITH): $6,500 (+ event costs)

Host a social or educational event in person during Sponsor’s assigned two-month window.  This dynamic group welcomes all ACC Houston members to their creative and interactive networking events that are specifically designed for women in the law.

• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives may attend, including the speaker(s) presenting, if applicable

  

General Counsel Round Table: $10,500 (+ event costs)

Select an industry and a moderator and ACC Houston will work with you to invite general counsels of companies within the industry (as may be available) for a lively and informative discussion regarding trends, new laws, and other noteworthy topics specific to the industry. May be hosted in person or via Webinar; Webinar would present a potential opportunity to involve other ACC chapters.

"CLE With A Twist" Options

Wine & CLE : $10,000 (+ event costs) SOLD OUT

Charter bus/ses to whisk participants away to the Messina Hof Winery, travelling to an enticing destination while Sponsor presenters offer CLE en route. Upon arrival, enjoy mingling and networking over a delightful lunch and wine tasting. May work with the resort to offer additional activities, including a cooking class.

Presidential Museum & CLE: $10,000 (+ event costs) 

Sponsor presents CLE while participants motor over to the George H. W. Bush Presidential Museum. Upon arrival, enjoy a tour and a meal/reception while mingling and building new relationships.

Lunch/Dinner Cruise & CLE: $10,000 (+ event costs) 

Whether CLE is presented on the charted bus/ses or on the water, Sponsor and participants are sure to enjoy a daytrip to the coast, networking and building connections while taking in the seascape.

Comedy & CLE: $10,000 (+ event costs) 

Host a CLE, followed by a comedian and reception, building connections over shared humor.

Additional benefits for any of the foregoing (or similar unique event) include:

• One (1) Golf Team at the Golf/Spa Event
• Two (2) Sponsor representatives at the Golf/Spa Reception

Career Development: $2000 for each event (+ event costs) for up to four events in the calendar year. SOLD OUT

Focus on topics geared to all members, but especially to our new in-house counsel and members in job transition, addressing various aspects of professional development, career trajectory, and leadership development.  Sponsors may select as many events as they like, up to four available events annually.  Events may be virtual or in-person.

• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives (in addition to presenters) may attend each event;
• One (1) Sponsor representative at the Golf/Spa Evening Reception per sponsorship with a maximum of two (2) attendees total.
  
• Featured recognition on the ACC Houston website throughout 2026, and on a customized Sponsor Spotlight Page.

Law & Leadership: $8000 (+ event costs) SOLD OUT

 

Host quarterly events focused on the nexus of law and leadership. Suggested events include - a General Counsel Panel; Board Service: For Profits and Nonprofit Perspectives; CEO Expectations: Insights for General Counsel and Law Departments; and Positioning Yourself for a General Counsel role.

• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives (in addition to presenters) may attend each event;
• One (1) curated Golf Team at the Golf/Spa Event, and two (2) Sponsor Representatives at the Ethics Seminars at Golf and Spa.
  
• Featured recognition on the ACC Houston website throughout 2026, and on a customized Sponsor Spotlight Page.

ACC Global Annual Meeting Houston Chapter Event Sponsorship: Cost TBD 

(Open only to ACC sponsors at the global level) solo or together with other ACCH/ACC Sponsors, sponsor a happy hour, dinner, after-hours party or other event for/focused on Texas lawyers at the ACC Annual Meeting. Contact Executive Director Elena Baer for additional details and planning.

Strictly Social

Social Sponsorship: $4,000 (+ event costs)

Host an outing at a baseball game, the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, a painting class, a progressive dinner, a family-friendly activity, or other social event to get to know our members! A great opportunity to plan something fun and relaxing with great networking! Socials must take place during the Sponsor’s assigned month(s) during the 2026 calendar year.

• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives may attend 
  
  

Creative ideas for a social include:
• Sam Houston Racetrack (including horse racing or more exotically, ostrich and camel racing)
• Houston Polo Club match
• Houston Astros, Dynamo, Rockets, Texans, SaberCats game
• “Backstage Pass” – tour a performing arts facility, museum, or other institution with special access to tour the seldom-seen aspects
• “Hidden Houston” tours of the city and surrounds, highlighting historic events and places, including the Houston Cisterns, Houston’s early history, tour of the 5th ward, Houston food tour featuring a cuisine, area of town or featured chefs
• Houston Arboretum twilight tour with cocktails
• Houston Zoo, Aquarium, Botanical Gardens
• A Night at the Movies
• Popstroke Golf; Topgolf
• Wine, Cheese, Chocolate, Tequila tasting – all of which work very well in person and on a Zoom social
• Buffalo Bayou Cruise
• Simply put, it’s all about the venue and the creativity!

December Holiday Party Sponsorship: $3,000 (+ event costs) SOLD OUT

 

Show your support for ACC Houston and spread some holiday cheer with good food, drinks, door prizes and great networking! Work with ACC Houston to plan and host the annual holiday party. ACC Members and their guest are invited to attend.

• Up to five (5) Sponsor representatives and a guest may attend the Holiday Party (maximum of 10 people)

Create your own event!
This year we are excited to present some unique programs to be claimed (first come, first served) or to inspire other creative programming. Please contact Executive Director Elena Baer or your Board Liaison to design an event tailored to your firm.