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The Regional Futures Forum is not just another conference, it’s where regional ambition meets national impact. Over two dynamic days, 200+ leaders from across business, government, academia and community will come together to connect, collaborate and shape the future of regional Australia.

We’re inviting forward-thinking partners to join us as sponsors and help deliver this bold, high-impact event.

Why Sponsor the Forum?

Sponsorship is more than brand exposure — it’s a chance to position your organisation at the forefront of regional innovation, leadership, and transformation.

As a sponsor, you’ll benefit from:

✅ Alignment with a future-focused agenda that drives real outcomes
✅ Direct connection to decision-makers and regional influencers
✅ Visibility across event branding, digital promotion, and media outreach
✅ VIP access to key sessions, networking opportunities and speaker events
✅ The chance to showcase your commitment to regional growth and innovation

Whether you’re a national brand, industry peak body, local business or regional changemaker — there’s a sponsorship package to suit your goals. With an expected audience of 200 delegates, the Regional Futures Forum also offers significant regional and national media reach through RDA Murray’s networks, government channels, and partner promotion.

Expressions of Interest Now Open

Available Packages

  • A premium partnership for a regional champion seeking high-profile brand visibility and strategic influence.

    • Banner placement on stage at event

    • Logo placement on RFF slides

    • Prominent logo placement on website

    • Prominent logo placement on event program

    • Prominent logo placement on event lanyard

    • Promotional material in delegate packs

    • Opportunity to participate in a session (subject to fit)

    • Verbal acknowledgement in opening and closing remarks

    • VIP access for 3 representatives

    • Expo display space

    • Interview and profile as part of event promotion

    • Custom eDM to RDA Murray Database

    $10,000

  • For organisations seeking to position as a regional leader and influencer.

    • Prominent logo placement on website

    • Prominent logo placement on event program

    • Prominent logo placement on lanyard

    • Promotional material in delegate packs

    • Verbal acknowledgement in opening and closing remarks

    • VIP access for 2 representatives

    • Expo display space

    • Sponsor interview and profile as part of event promotion

    $5,000

  • A targeted opportunity to profile as a thought leader on a specific issue or topic.

    • Prominent logo placement on website

    • Prominent logo placement on event program

    • Promotional material in delegate packs

    • Verbal acknowledgement at specific session

    • Logo on slides for sponsored session

    • VIP access for 1 representative

    • Expo display space

    $3,000

    *Please contact us to discuss available sessions.

  • Perfect for local organisations wishing to show their support for regional collaboration.

    • Prominent logo placement on website

    • Prominent logo placement on event program

    • Promotional material in delegate packs

    • 25% discount on forum tickets

    $1,500

  • Designed for service providers and local businesses seeking an opportunity to connect.

    • Promotional material in delegate packs

    • Expo display space

    $250

Sponsors utilising the expo space are responsible for supplying tables and associated display assets. Please note these are not powered sites. If you require power, please contact us to discuss.

Cathy McGowan AO

Cathy McGowan is a trailblazer in regional leadership and community empowerment. Best known for her historic win as the independent MP for Indi, Cathy’s grassroots campaign reshaped how politics is done in regional Australia—placing local voices, integrity, and collaboration at the centre of decision-making.

Liz Ritchie

Liz Ritchie is the dynamic CEO of the Regional Australia Institute, and a proud product of country NSW, raised among the rice crops and river red gums of Deniliquin. With over two decades of experience across the corporate, government, and not-for-profit sectors, she brings unparalleled insight.

Ben Finkel

Ben leads the Australian Regional AI Network, a national initiative helping producers, advisors and agribusinesses explore practical, responsible AI. With a background in strategy and innovation across agriculture, logistics and telecoms, he brings a systems lens to technology adoption in regional settings.

Bernard Salt AM

Bernard Salt AM is one of Australia’s foremost demographers, futurists, and social commentators, renowned for his incisive analysis of societal trends—especially those shaping regional and rural Australia. As Managing Director of The Demographics Group, best-selling author and columnist for The Australian newspaper, Bernard’s insights extend into how regional communities can thrive.

More Speakers To Be Announced!