FUNERAL INDUSTRY SUMMIT
8AM - 5PM | 14 May 2026
THE TRYST, KRAMERVILLE
SANDTON, SOUTH AFRICA
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WHY SPONSOR SAFIS 2026?
SAFIS provides sponsors with direct access to senior decision-makers across South Africa’s funeral insurance and funeral services ecosystem.
As a focused relationship and influence platform, SAFIS enables sponsors to engage in industry dialogue, align with key stakeholders, and position their organisations within conversations that shape policy administration, payment infrastructure, compliance frameworks, technology adoption, and service delivery standards.
Sponsorship opportunities are structured to deliver defined exposure, meaningful participation, and measurable value before, during, and after the summit, supporting both commercial objectives and long-term industry alignment.
Event Highlights / Quick Stats
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Delegates
Speakers
Exhibitors
Sponsorship Packages
Platinum Sponsor
R350,000 + VAT
Platinum sponsors are positioned as category leaders with premium visibility, strong content ownership, and top tier access to decision makers.
Specific Sponsor Goal: Best suited for companies aiming to establish authority and thought leadership within the funeral industry.
Prime Branding
Your company’s logo will be prominently featured on all event materials, including banners, the website, social media, build up events and digital platforms.
Thought Leadership
One guaranteed keynote or featured address slot, subject to programmed alignment
Panel Participation
- A senior representative to participate in a minimum of one panel discussion.
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Curated introductions to relevant industry decision-makers including funeral insurers, administrators, compliance leaders, underwriting stakeholders, and systems leaders who influence technology and service adoption.
Exhibition Space / Networking Lounge Area
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Centrally located space for direct engagement with attendees.
Media & Visibility
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Digital visibility, dedicated social media features and sponsor highlights, including pre and post event
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Opportunity to place Promotional Material: Including branded items or brochures in the attendee gift bags.
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Networking Opportunity: Engage with attendees during the post- conference networking session.
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Content asset, sponsor interview or spotlight piece distributed post event through SAFIS channels
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Media and content, inclusion in post event highlight content, interviews by media partners where available
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Hospitality, sponsor delegate passes and VIP access allocations to be confirmed
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Professionally produced branded highlight reel featuring sponsor presence, speaking moments, branding and networking footage.
Post-even Access
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role, email address, and contact number, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
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Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Gold Sponsor
R250,000 + VAT
Gold Sponsors are conversation leaders. This Tier is built for sponsors who want influence, access, and measurable engagement not only branding.
Specific Sponsor Goal: Ideal for companies looking to showcase products or services to key industry players.
Panel Participation
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Participate in a panel discussion
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Curated relationship access, up to 10 facilitated introductions aligned to agreed sponsor objectives
Branding
- Your company’s logo will be featured on event materials, including banners, the website, social media, build up events and printed collateral.
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Branding at the Event: Your company will receive prominent branding in designated areas at the event, limited to the Gold Sponsor tier.
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Social Media Mentions: Targeted mentions during pre-event marketing.
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Promotional Material: Include branded items or brochures in the attendee gift bags.
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Content asset, sponsor interview or spotlight piece distributed post event through SAFIS channels
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Professionally produced branded highlight reel featuring sponsor presence, speaking moments, branding and networking footage.
Post-even Access
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Post-Event Engagement: Continued brand presence through post-event emails, event recordings, and surveys.
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role, email address, and contact number, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
Exhibition Space / Networking Lounge Area
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Centrally located space for direct engagement with attendees.
Media & Visibility
- Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Silver Sponsor
R175,000 + VAT
Silver Sponsors are active participants with strong presence. Silver Focuses on exhibition, band integration and networking access.
Specific Sponsor Goal: Best for sponsors seeking to increase brand awareness and generate high-quality leads.
Panel Participation
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Participate in a panel discussion
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Curated relationship access, up to 5 facilitated introductions aligned to agreed sponsor objectives
Branding
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Your company’s logo will be featured on select event materials, including the website, social media channels, build up events and printed materials.
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Promotional Material: Include branded items or brochures in the attendee gift bags.
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Branding at the Event: Your company will receive branding in designated areas, limited to the Silver Sponsor tier.
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Promotional Material: Include branded items or brochures in the attendee gift bags.
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Professionally produced branded highlight reel featuring sponsor presence, speaking moments, branding and networking footage
Post-even Access
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Networking Opportunity: Engage with attendees during the post-conference networking session.
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Post-Event Engagement: Continued brand presence through post-event emails, event recordings, and surveys.
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role and email address, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
Exhibition Space / Networking Lounge Area
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Space for product demonstrations or one-on-one discussions with attendees.
Media & Visibility
- Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Bronze Sponsor
R95,000 + VAT
Bronze Sponsors receive credible visibility and participation through event branding and networking
Specific Sponsor Goal: Perfect for smaller businesses wanting to build brand recognition in a competitive market.
Branding
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Branding: Your company’s logo will be featured on the event’s website and across printed materials.
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Promotional Material: Include branded items or brochures in the attendee gift bags.
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Branding at the Event: Your company will receive branding opportunities, limited to the Bronze Sponsor tier, in designated areas.
Post-even Access
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Networking Opportunity: Engage with attendees during the post-conference networking session.
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Post-Event Engagement: Continued brand presence through post-event emails and event recordings.
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role, and email address, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
Media & Visibility
- Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Additional Options
Exhibitor Sponsor
R80,000 + VAT
Exhibitors Gain visibility and relationship access though the exhibition environment
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Exhibition Space: Space for direct engagement with attendees through product demonstrations or materials.
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Branding: Your company’s logo will be featured on the event’s website and digital communications.
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Branding at the Event: Your company will receive branding opportunities in your designated exhibition space.
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Networking Opportunity: Engage with attendees during the post-conference networking session.
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Opportunity to receive live leads via digital or QR method, for delegates that engaged with your brand / exhibition stand
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role, and email address, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
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Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Digital Partner Sponsor
R150,000 + VAT
Digital Partners are positioned for online reach and post event Content Visibility.
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Branding for Virtual Attendees: Your logo will be featured on the virtual event platform.
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Mentions During Online Sessions: Highlight your brand during live-streamed sessions and virtual networking opportunities.
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Exhibition Space: Space for product demonstrations or one-on-one discussions with attendees.
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Branding at the Event: Your company will receive branding opportunities in your designated exhibition space.
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Post-Event Engagement: Continued brand presence through post-event emails, event recordings, and surveys.
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role, and email address, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
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Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Lanyard & Stationery Sponsorship
R70,000 + VAT
A high impression, high frequency asset. Every delegate integration is a brand touch point
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Branding on Event Materials: Your company’s branding will be featured on event lanyards, pens, and notepads distributed to all attendees.
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Branding at the Event: Your company will receive branding placement at the registration desk and other designated areas, limited to the Lanyard & Stationery Sponsor tier.
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Your logo will be featured on the event website with a hyperlink to your company’s website, acknowledging your sponsorship.
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Targeted mentions during the pre-event marketing campaign across our social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook), amplifying your brand’s visibility.
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Networking Opportunity to engage directly with attendees during the post-conference networking session, fostering valuable connections.
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Post-Event Engagement Continued recognition through post-event emails, including photos and highlights featuring sponsor contributions.
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Post-event access to delegate contact information including name, company, role, and email address, subject to delegate consent and applicable data protection regulations.
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Access to SAFIS 2026 event photography and general highlight media for use on sponsor-owned digital and social media channels, with appropriate event credit.
Gift Bag Sponsor
R80,000 + VAT
Specific Sponsor Goal: Ideal for companies focused on tangible branding with high visibility among attendees.
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Exclusive Branding on Gift Bags (With SAFIS 2026 Logo) Your company’s logo will be prominently displayed on all attendee gift bags in conjunction with the program branding and messaging, ensuring high visibility throughout he event. Opportunity to print competition QR code on bag to solicit Attendee engagement
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Opportunity to include branded items, flyers, or brochures inside the gift bags, providing a direct touchpoint with each attendee.
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Sponsor will be allocated a dedicated space to personally distribute the gift bags, allowing direct engagement with attendees and a unique opportunity to make an impression.
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All event sponsors and partners will have the opportunity to include branded collateral in the gift bags, ensuring comprehensive exposure and attendee engagement.
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Your logo will be featured on the event website with a hyperlink to your company’s website, acknowledging your sponsorship.
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Targeted mentions during the pre-event marketing campaign across our social media platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook), amplifying your brand’s visibility.
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Networking Opportunity to engage directly with attendees during the post-conference networking session, fostering valuable connections.
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Post-Event Engagement Continued recognition through post-event emails, including photos and highlights featuring sponsor contributions.
SAFIS 2026 Golf Day Headline Sponsor
R250,000 + VAT
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Details TBC – Please contact us should you be interested in this opportunity.
Email: safis@pol360.co.za
SAFIS 2026 Golf Day Supporting Sponsors
R85,000 + VAT
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Details TBC – Please contact us should you be interested in this opportunity.
Sponsor ROI (Return on Investment)
Sponsors expect a measurable return on investment. For the South African Funeral Industry Summit, your brand will benefit from the following:
1. Extended Reach: Sponsors will be featured in pre-event and post-event communications, including email marketing and social media campaigns.
2. High-Value Engagement: Network directly with decision-makers responsible for choosing funeral policies, underwriters, and service providers.
3. Lead Generation: Capture qualified leads from industry professionals actively seeking innovations and partnerships.
4. Brand Credibility: Sponsoring an event that supports the funeral industry builds your brand’s authority and credibility within the sector.
5. Long-Term Exposure: Post-event materials, such as session recordings, newsletters, and attendee lists, will continue to spotlight your brand beyond the event.
Post-Event Engagement Metrics
In line with best practices, sponsors will gain access to valuable post-event engagement metrics, including:
1. Attendee Feedback: A comprehensive report of attendee insights, ratings, and testimonials.
2. Recorded Sessions: Full access to event recordings to distribute internally or use for future marketing.
3. Event Photos: High-quality images of the event, showcasing your brand's presence.
4. Attendee List: contact details of participants in line with sponsorship tier, subject to privacy compliance.
5. Press Coverage: Any post-event media coverage or features that mention your brand.
6. Brand Sentiment Analysis: A review of attendee feedback to measure the impact of your sponsorship.
We would be thrilled to have you as a sponsor of the South African Funeral Industry Summit 2026.
To explore these sponsorship opportunities further or customize a package, please contact:
Email: safis@pol360.co.za
SAFIS 2026 SPONSORS
