Sponsor Guide

Thank you for your support of OpenSSF Community Day North America 2025, taking place on June 26 in Denver, Colorado.

Please click through the tabs on this page to access information on exhibiting at the conference.

Registration

Sponsors receive a number of complimentary passes based on sponsorship level for this event. You are welcome to use these for whomever you like, whether for employees or customers. To register your passes, click the registration link, choose the “Sponsor” registration type, and enter the discount code that was emailed to you. If you need this code re-sent to you, please email Christie Davis.

Platinum: 4
Gold: 2
Silver: 1

Exhibit Hours:

Setup
Thursday, June 26 | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM*

*All booths must be set up by 9:00 AM. 

Show Hours
Thursday, June 26 | 9:00 AM – 3:40 PM

Tear Down
Thursday, June 26 | 3:40 PM – 5:15 PM

VENUE

Colorado Convention Center
700 14th St
Denver, CO 80202

Hotel

The Open Source Summit North America 2025 room blocks are also for attendees of any other Co-Located Events.

Please note, rooms will most likely sell out in advance of the room block close dates listed below. We encourage you to book early to secure a room at the conference rate.

Important: The Linux Foundation will never reach out to attendees by phone to make hotel reservations for our conferences. Please be advised that the most secure way to book in our discounted room block is by using the direct booking link provided below or by calling the hotel directly. If you receive a phone call or email from someone claiming to be with The Linux Foundation or the hotel and they attempt to sell you a hotel room, please email us at housing@linuxfoundation.org.

See the venue + travel page for more hotel information.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

REAL ID Compliance
Starting May 7, 2025, all U.S. travelers flying domestically will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or an acceptable alternative (such as a passport) to board their flight. Please ensure your ID meets the requirements to avoid travel delays. For more information, visit DHS REAL ID Information.

Visa Information
If you are traveling to the U.S. from outside the country, please check the U.S. Visa website to determine if you need a visa to enter the United States. Be sure to apply well in advance of your travels to avoid delays.

Getting There

Airport Information
Denver International Airport (DEN)

Distance from venue:
39 minutes from DEN to CCC
59 minutes by public transit

Driving Directions: from DEN to Venue

Parking
At the Venue
The Colorado Convention Center parking garage is located at 1652-1698 N Speer Blvd, Denver, CO 80202 and costs $25 per day. Please note that the parking garage is not attached to the Center, and some walking will be necessary.

Nearby
Please reference this map for a list of nearby parking garages.

Public Transportation
Please visit the Regional Transportation District’s website for more information on public transportation, including the schedules for rail and bus services in the Denver Metro Area.

PLATINUM SPONSOR DUE DATES:

• June 4:
  • Confirm logo and URL
  • Confirm use of tabletop exhibit space
  • Submit company X (formerly Twitter) handle, Mastodon, and LinkedIn links
• June 13:
  • Register
  • Submit collateral description for approval

GOLD SPONSOR DUE DATES:

• June 4:
  • Confirm logo and URL
  • Confirm use of tabletop exhibit space
  • Submit company X (formerly Twitter) handle, Mastodon, and LinkedIn links
• June 13:
  • Register

SILVER SPONSOR DUE DATES:

• June 4:
  • Confirm logo and URL
• June 13:
  • Register

Speaking Opportunity:
Sponsor receives a 5-minute keynote session. All sponsor content must be approved by the Open Source Security Foundation. No sales and marketing pitches allowed. Speaking slots based on availability.

Video Recording of Sponsored Keynote:
Raw file to be used under creative license with attribution to The Linux Foundation and Open Source Security Foundation.

Recognition During Opening & Closing Keynote Sessions:
Sponsor mentioned by name on stage.

Collateral at Registration:
Sponsor may provide a piece of collateral or giveaway for attendees when they check-in.

Exhibit Space:
The Demo Showcase is the hub of the event, providing excellent mindshare for sponsors. Includes (1) 6ft table, 2 chairs, power, and conference WiFi.

Social Media Promotion of Sponsorship:
From the Open Source Security Foundation X, Mastodon, Bluesky, and LinkedIn channels

Recognition on Event Website:
Prominent logo displayed on website

Recognition on Event Signage:
Logo on onsite signage

Recognition in Pre and Post-Conference Email Marketing:
Logo and URL

Post-Event Data Report:
Provides event demographics and additional details on event performance.

Complimentary Onsite Attendee Passes:
Platinum sponsors receive 4 complimentary passes to be used for booth staff, attendees and guests. To register your passes, click the registration link, choose the “Sponsor” registration type, and enter the discount code that was emailed to you. If you need this code re-sent to you, please email Christie Davis.

Recognition During Opening and Closing Keynote Session:
Sponsor recognition by name.

Exhibit Space:
The Demo Showcase is the hub of the event, providing excellent mindshare for sponsors. Includes (1) 6ft table, 2 chairs, power, and conference WiFi.

Social Media Promotion of Sponsorship:
From the Open Source Security Foundation X, Mastodon, Bluesky, and LinkedIn channels.

Recognition on Event Website:
Prominent logo displayed on website

Recognition on Event Signage:
Logo on onsite signage

Recognition in Pre and Post-Conference Email Marketing:
Logo and URL

Post-Event Data Report:
Provides event demographics and additional details on event performance.

Complimentary Onsite Attendee Passes:
Gold sponsors receive 2 complimentary passes to be used for booth staff, attendees and guests. To register your passes, click the registration link, choose the “Sponsor” registration type, and enter the discount code that was emailed to you. If you need this code re-sent to you, please email Christie Davis.

Recognition on Event Website:
Prominent logo displayed on website

Recognition on Event Signage:
Logo on onsite signage

Recognition in Pre and Post-Conference Email Marketing:
Name and URL

Post-Event Data Report:
Provides event demographics and additional details on event performance.

Complimentary Onsite Attendee Passes:
Silver sponsors receive 1 complimentary pass to be used for booth staff, attendees and guests. To register your passes, click the registration link, choose the “Sponsor” registration type, and enter the discount code that was emailed to you. If you need this code re-sent to you, please email Christie Davis.

Sponsor Receives

• 6ft table with table drape
• 2 chairs
• 1 power drop with power strip
• Conference Wi-Fi

You may bring your own tablecloth.

(1) Pull-up banner is permitted as long as it fits within your booth space (6ft x 4ft). Banners may not be placed in front of your table or on the sides of your table.

ADDITIONAL SPONSOR ORDERS

If you would like to order AV, additional power, or additional internet, please see the AV, Power + Internet tab below.

FLOOR PLAN

Coming Soon!

AV

If you would like to order a monitor or a laptop for your exhibit table, please email Christie Davis.

POWER

The exhibit table comes with 1 power drop and power strip. If you need additional power, please email Christie Davis.

INTERNET

The exhibit table comes with shared conference WiFi. If you would like to order a hardline, please email Christie Davis.

Each company is responsible for shipping and tracking their own exhibit materials to and from the conference. If you plan to ship items for your booth, please read the instructions below carefully.

Event Shipping Timeline

Shipping Label

Shipment Tracking Form

Advance Warehouse Shipping Information

• The Colorado Convention Center will not accept shipments directly. Please send all shipments to the Freeman advance warehouse.
• Ship early to avoid delays and save money.
• Freeman will accept crated, boxed or skidded material beginning 8 AM MST on May 23, 2025 at the address below. 
• Material arriving after 3:30 PM MST on June 16, 2025 will be received at the warehouse with an additional late fee after the deadline. Warehouse closes 3:30 PM on Friday, June 20. 
• Please note that the Freeman Warehouse does not accept uncrated freight (loose, pad-wrapped material and/or unskidded machinery), COD shipments, hazardous materials, freight requiring refrigerated or frozen storage, a single piece of freight weighing more than 5,000 pounds or a single piece of freight beyond the dimensions of 108″ H x 93″ W.
• Warehouse materials are accepted at the warehouse Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Certified weight tickets must accompany all shipments.
• If required, provide your carrier with this phone number: (888) 508-5054.

Inbound Shipments to Advance Warehouse

Freeman will accept shipments at the advance warehouse no earlier than 8:00 AM MST on Friday, May 23. All shipments received after Friday, June 16, 3:30 PM MST will incur additional late fees and may not be delivered in time. All shipments to the warehouse must be sent to the following address:

OpenSSF Community Day NA 2025 – [BlueBird Ballroom Foyer]
Open Source Summit North America 2025
C/O Freeman
Freeman
4493 Florence St
Denver, CO 80238

Provide Tracking Information

Please submit all tracking numbers for your shipments via the form below so that we can ensure that your items are delivered to the conference venue.

Shipping Tracking Form for Sponsor Services Team

Onsite Security + Storage

Please do not leave valuable items unattended at your booth. All items must be removed from the booth space by 5:15PM on Thursday, June 26. Any left behind items may be discarded at the sponsor’s expense.

There is no official storage space for this event. Please store empty boxes under your tabletop exhibit.

Outbound Shipping Instructions + Information

A Material Handling Agreement must be filled out for any shipment leaving the Sponsor Showcase. These forms can be completed onsite. ALL of your booth materials need to be packed, labeled, and ready for shipping when you leave your booth. Freeman will be onsite to assist with any last minute updates! 

Event Shipping Checklist

Platinum sponsors receive a 5-minute keynote session at the event.

All sponsor content must be approved by the Open Source Security Foundation. No sales and marketing pitches allowed. Speaking slots based on availability.

Please send the following information to Carolyn Ingles as soon as possible if you have not done so already:

Speaker Name
Speaker Email
Speaker Title
Speaker Bio
Speaker Photo (high res)
Session Title
Session Description

Please see the schedule page for the full conference agenda including keynotes, sessions, social events, and other activities. 

Sponsor Marketing + PR Kit

The official conference hashtag is #OpenSSFCommunity

Follow us on Social: LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, Bluesky & X @openssf. 

Sponsor content recommendations

Social snackable

Conference Logos

Official conference logos are available for download below:

Black logo file

White logo file

Color logo file

If you are looking for a different file type, please email cdavis@linuxfoundation.org with your file request.  

Please see the most up-to-date health and safety information on the health + safety page of the event site.

Please familiarize yourself with the code of conduct before attending the event.