Media Lounge Happy Hour (Sponsorship Fee: $4,055.00)

MEDIA LOUNGE HAPPY HOUR: $3,825 Sponsorship Fee + $229.50 Sustainability Fee

MEDIA, COCKTAILS, MINGLE

Activate a happy hour in the media lounge, exclusively set aside for all TOTC media attendees to work, relax, and recharge. This opportunity introduces brands, products, or initiatives to multiple media outlets in one easy-to-activate happy hour. Time slots are available Monday through Thursday, from 1:30 - 3:00 PM. The lounge’s built-in bar offers a simple setup with the opportunity for signage and minimal branding, with no additional build-out or attaching decor allowed.

Sponsorship includes:

Promotion

• Listed on TOTC Official Schedule
• Included on Daily Schedule Signage
• Opportunity to influence and network with TOTC Media Partners
• Minimum 15-20 images provided by TOTCF Photography Team

Time Allocations

• 1-hour load-in M-T
• 30-minute load out
• 2-hour event time on TOTC Agenda

Supplies

• Product donation from Official Partners such as Water, Mixers, etc.
• Hotel linens
• TOTC 5 oz. compostable cups (as many as needed)
• Cocktail napkins
• Kold Draft and regular chip ice
• 2 Bus tubs
• Trash receptacle and clean up at the end of the event
• Recycling receptacle

Policies + Fine Print

Access & On-Site Guidelines

• Wristbands: A TOTC Tasting Room Wristband is required for entry.
• Worker Access: 10 Staff wristbands issued on-site with valid proof of LDA (U.S. Legal Drinking Age) ID.
• Serving-ware: Glassware is not permitted inside the activation space; compostable cups will be provided, or you may provide your own TOTCF-approved compostables.
• Space Use: Buildout must remain within your assigned room—no overflow into common areas.
• Alcohol Ordering: Sponsors must underwrite all alcohol, which must be ordered by the Foundation via a Louisiana distributor.
• Audio/Visual: A/V equipment available for rent through The Ritz-Carlton.
• Marketing Deadline: Logos, event titles, and brand info submitted after June 19, 2026 may be excluded from promotional materials.

NOT INCLUDED with Sponsorship

Staffing

• Sponsors must provide labor for load-in, event execution, and load-out.
• All bartenders must hold ServSafe certification.
• Sponsors are responsible for all cocktail batching, prep, and refrigeration.

Supplies & Sampling

• Sponsors must provide any additional decor, buildout, or signage.
• All alcoholic products must be ordered through TOTC’s liquor license and LA distribution.
• Sponsors must cover the cost of any additional cocktail ingredients.

Financial Terms

• A 10% deposit is required to secure your sponsorship. The Foundation will invoice for the remaining balance.
• After May 22, 2026, a 5% expedition fee will apply to all confirmed partnerships. Full payment via credit card is required at that time.