2025 Global
Taste & Smell Summit

Sponsorship Prospectus

September 15–16, 2025

Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY

Hosted by the World Taste & Smell Association
(WTSA), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit

Presenting Sponsor –
$100,000*

Lead Underwriter of WTSA’s Flagship Research Initiatives

Support the development of cutting-edge sensory diagnostics, education, and public health tools, including the Cognitive Flavor Assessment Protocol (CFAP).

Benefits Include:

  • Premier logo placement and title credit as Presenting Sponsor

  • Verbal recognition in opening remarks and main sessions

  • Co-host opportunity for closed-door research salon with WTSA leaders

  • Featured profile in WTSA’s 2025 whitepaper and post-summit report

  • Custom strategic briefing post-event

  • Year-round digital presence on WTSA.org and sponsor spotlights

  • Complimentary access to all WTSA online events

  • First access to partnership opportunities for pilots, toolkits, and global rollouts

  • Summit Admission for 4 Guests with lodging

Innovation Partner – $15,000*

Support WTSA’s Fellowship Program

Your sponsorship directly supports the WTSA Emerging Leaders Fellowship, empowering the next generation of sensory scientists, cross-modal designers, and cultural changemakers.

Benefits Include:

  • Recognition as a WTSA Fellowship Partner

  • Showcase opportunity (sensory prototype or concept)

  • Logo placement in printed program, website, and select social media

  • Option to participate in a curated panel or roundtable

  • Invitation to meet select Fellows or include your team in a mentorship moment

  • Summit Admission for 2 Guests with lodging

Research Co-Sponsor – $20,000*

Accelerate Sensory Innovation Across Health, Food, and Technology

Be recognized as a key funder of WTSA’s ongoing research and sensory health toolkit development.

Benefits Include:

  • Logo placement across digital and printed Summit materials

  • Recognition in science programming and post-event publication

  • Option to submit data/case studies for inclusion in WTSA’s 2025 report

  • Option to co-create or moderate a GTSS panel or roundtable session

  • Invitation to closed-door post-summit research briefings

  • 10 complimentary access to WTSA online events

  • Summit Admission for 2 Guests with lodging

Signal Your Commitment to Sensory Health & Awareness

Ideal for aligned brands or research groups wanting to support the mission with a visible presence.

Benefits Include:

  • Name/logo recognition in digital program and online supporter scroll

  • Access to all GTSS programming and sessions

  • Summit Admission to the Global Taste & Smell Summit for two with lodging

  • 2 complimentary to 2025 online events

WTSA Supporter – $5,000*

Friend of WTSA – $2,500*

For Individuals, Small Studios, or Nonprofits

Join the movement to elevate the senses—every contribution matters.

Benefits Include:

  • Name included in supporter scroll (digital + event signage)

  • Single Admission to the Global Taste & Smell Summit with lodging

  • 2 complimentary access to 2025 online events

*Your donation is partially tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. World Taste And Smell Association Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Our EIN is 88-1902767. For any questions, please contact us at development@tasteandsmell.org.

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World Taste & Smell Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in New York. All contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Our Federal Tax ID number is 88-190-2767. No goods or services were provided in exchange for your generous donation. For your records, please retain this receipt as proof of your contribution. Consult with your tax advisor to determine the deductibility of your donation. Thanks for your support!

Non Sponsors

Present or Attend

Sensescape Innovator

Includes Hosted Experience for Presenters– $10,000

For early-stage startups, researchers, or labs with breakthrough sensory tools and concepts

Showcase your innovation to an influential audience of scientists, chefs, technologists, healthcare leaders, and media.

Package Benefits:

  • 2 Full Summit Passes, including lodging and meals

  • Present in the 2025 Sensory Innovation Showcase (Day 1) + Demo table or micro-installation space (Day 2)

  • Featured media coverage, including an interview on The World of Taste & Smell podcast and curated press introductions

  • Logo placement on showcase signage, printed program, and event slides

  • Dedicated profile and founder interview on TasteAndSmell.org, featured in the WTSA newsletter

  • Invitation to apply for future WTSA pilot studies and research collaborations

Summit Experience (Non-Sponsor)

Summit Only – $1,850 per person

Includes access to the full 2-day program. Lodging and transportation not included.

2-Person Hosted Experience – $5,000

A curated experience for two guests, including:

• Private lodging

• Daily breakfast

• Full program access for both attendees