What is Elevating Administrative Professionals?
We are a high-impact, curated B2B marketing channel and professional ecosystem. We serve as the direct bridge between world-class vendors and the verified corporate buyers who orchestrate high-value events, manage operational budgets, and select the tools that power the modern C-Suite. Our Mission: To empower administrative professionals through curated experiences and strategic education that drive excellence in corporate operations and event planning.
The Value
Destination & Hospitality: Showcase your venue to the planners responsible for booking multi-day executive retreats and international incentive travel.
Event Tech & SaaS: Demonstrate your platform to the strategists who integrate AI and project management tools into Fortune 500 workflows.
Corporate Services (Catering, Gifting, Transportation): Gain direct advocacy from the gatekeepers who manage recurring corporate event portfolios and vendor contracts.
About
Darcy
Darcy Bennet is a Strategic MICE Consultant and the architect behind the Elevating Administrative Professionals initiative and the CAES™ Certification.
With over a decade of experience supporting C-Suite leaders, she bridges the gap between boardroom strategy and global execution.
Darcy doesn’t just "plan events" , she translates brand objectives into the language of the C-Suite. By partnering with Darcy, you gain direct access to an elite community of decision-makers through a leader who has sat in the rooms where the decisions are made.
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A Global Network of Corporate Gatekeepers
Elevating Administrative Professionals (EAP) is a curated community with an audience of 7,500+ elite Executive Assistants and Chiefs of Staff who sit at the intersection of corporate strategy and high-stakes execution.
Global Reach: While our influence is worldwide, we maintain a high concentration of decision-makers in the world’s most influential business hubs:
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Americas: NYC, Miami, Dallas, Boston, San Francisco
EMEA & APAC: London and Sydney
Industry Sophistication: Our members represent the engine rooms of global commerce, with a primary focus on Financial Services, Consulting, and the Tech sectors.
Bridge the Gap to the Decision Maker
What Sets Us Apart
Our community is comprised exclusively of leaders at Fortune 500 and high-growth organizations. These professionals do more than manage schedules; they manage the B2B vendor ecosystem.
Portfolio Management: They oversee a recurring portfolio of high-stakes gatherings, including global board meetings, executive off-sites, and enterprise-level service contracts.
Direct Buying Authority: They serve as the primary research engine and final filter for:
- Venue Selection & Luxury Travel Partners
- Enterprise Business Services High-Value
- Corporate Gifting & B2B Consultancies
Partnering with EAP isn't just about reach, it’s about conversion at the source of the spend.
Direct Visibility: Gain immediate access to the specialists responsible for new corporate accounts and multi-million dollar annual budgets.
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The Bottom Line: We provide a direct bridge to the professionals who architect the "Invisible Minutes" of global corporate operations and luxury trave
Sponsorship Packages
​The CAES Program Scholarships
By sponsoring the CAES™ program, your brand moves beyond traditional advertising and becomes an essential partner in the professionalization of the corporate buying process. You aren't just reaching planners; you are advocating for the decision-makers who manage high-stakes corporate budgets and executive travel.
The "Strategic Bundle" (Group Scholarships) : $5,000
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How it works: Underwrite a "mini-cohort" of three students.
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Build lasting relationships with frequest check in’s on your scholarship students
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Brand Visibility: Your brand is featured in a dedicated spotlight post to our network of 7,500+ administrative professionals, celebrating the "Next Generation of Strategists" and tagging the recipients alongside your company.
Webinars
Our virtual masterclasses are high-density educational events designed for top-tier administrative professionals. These sessions provide partners with a borderless platform to demonstrate expertise, showcase products, and build authority within the EAP community. We schedule these events based off of your availability.
Tier 1: The Virtual Spotlight: $2,500
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Focus: Rapid Brand Awareness & Product Demonstration.
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Key Deliverables: A high-impact 5-minute "Lightning Presentation" or product demo at the opening or closing of the virtual event. Includes brand logo placement on all digital event slides and a dedicated mention in the post-event "Thank You" email, including your contact information.
Tier 2: Educational Series Panelist: $3,000
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Focus: Expert Authority & Industry Credibility.
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Key Deliverables: A guaranteed seat on the featured 45-minute expert panel. Includes a co-branded virtual breakout room immediately following the session for direct Q&A and deep networking with attendees.
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FAM Trips
These packages are designed for the destination or venue serving as the primary host of the FAM trip. These tiers encompass both the required in-kind and cash fees from the host organization to ensure a world-class experience for our community.
Tier 1: The Basic FAM Trip: $5,000
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Focus: Making a powerful, lasting impression on a small, influential group of decision-makers.
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Key Deliverables: Includes the full FAM trip experience for 10–15 decision-makers, including curated site visits to key venues. Sponsor branding is featured prominently on the itinerary and in all pre- and post-trip communications.
Tier 2: The FAM Trip & Digital Showcase: $10,000
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Focus: Maximizing brand exposure to the entire global digital community.
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Key Deliverables: Includes all Tier 1 elements, plus a dedicated speaking slot at one future virtual event. This tier also includes a dedicated newsletter feature, positioning the sponsor as a thought leader to our broader professional network.
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Tier 3: The FAM Trip & Local Leadership: $14,000
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Focus: Deep, in-person brand advocacy and local lead generation.
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Key Deliverables: Includes all Tier 1 elements, plus a featured speaking slot and a dedicated networking table for direct interaction at a networking event hosted in your city.
Tier 4: The Ultimate Partnership: $22,000
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Focus: A powerful, all-inclusive brand-building and lead-generation campaign.
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Key Deliverables: This comprehensive package combines all components from previous tiers. It includes the full FAM experience, a virtual speaking slot, an in-person networking event speaking slot, and a dedicated newsletter feature.
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The EAP Global Passport Roadshow
A multi-city activation series connecting world-class destinations with the
executive decision-makers and event planners who book them.
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The Structured Discovery: Each attendee receives a physical "EAP Global Passport." To complete their journey, admins rotate through designated partner tables for intimate, high-impact briefings.
Guaranteed Engagement: This signature element ensures that every destination and hotel representative has direct, face-to-face time with our vetted community of planners.
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The Showcase Table: $1,000
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A dedicated table for networking.
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Full participation in the 1:1 interactive segment with all attendees.
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The complete lead list for immediate follow up.
The Expert Partner: $1,500
Everything in the showcase tier plus
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A dedicated 3-minute solo spotlight on the mic to address the entire room.
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Enhanced digital visability.
The Title Host: $3,000
Everything included in previous tiers plus
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Primary event branding.
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A 10 minute keynote presentation.
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Premium Placement in The Admin Update newsletter for 3 months following the event.