WSDM serves as an international forum for presenting and discussing research in search and data mining on the Web and the Social Web, with an emphasis on practical yet principled novel models of search and data mining, algorithm design and analysis, economic implications, and in-depth experimental analysis of accuracy and performance. The conference aims to address challenging issues in the development of future web and information systems and to guide forthcoming research directions by reviewing high-quality applied and theoretical research outcomes.
Being a prestigious ACM conference, WSDM draws in leading researchers and influencers from academia and industry. A significant aspect of the conference is its Workshops program, which targets current research challenges and endeavors. WSDM has a rich history of workshops dedicated to emerging domains of AI, database management, information retrieval, data mining, and related fields. Since 2016, WSDM has also hosted an industry day where industrial research advancements are shared with the community. Moreover, WSDM offers the chance to network with and recruit top Ph.D. students, making it an ideal platform to enhance your organization’s visibility among globally influential thought leaders. Sponsors stand to gain extensive exposure to this community through conference promotion, activities during the event, and the possibility of synergies with other industry partners.
We eagerly anticipate your participation in WSDM 2027 which will be hosted in Hong Kong, and encourage you to explore the advantages of sponsoring WSDM 2027.

• Advance recognition as a Diamond supporter on the conference website.
• Recognized as a Diamond supporter on the conference program, and during the conference opening and closing events.
• Seven complimentary registrations for the conference.
• WSDM will send two emails on behalf of the sponsor to all attendees. The content of the sponsor message is to be approved and sent by WSDM.
• Participation in a Job Matching program. WSDM shares your job descriptions (up to 10) with opt-in attendees who can choose to contact you or to be contacted by you.
• One-page company advertisement to be included in the conference program booklet, subject to content approval by WSDM.
• Exhibit table in the conference foyer (upon request).
• Priority selection of meal/event sponsorship if desired.

• Advance recognition as Platinum supporter on the conference website.
• Recognized as a Platinum supporter on the conference program, and during the conference opening and closing events.
• Five complimentary registrations for the conference.
• WSDM will send two emails on behalf of the sponsor to all attendees. The content of the sponsor message is to be approved and sent by WSDM.
• Participation in a Job Matching program. WSDM shares your job descriptions (up to 5) with opt-in attendees who can choose to contact you or to be contacted by you.
• Half-page company advertisement to be included in the conference program booklet, subject to content approval by WSDM.
• Exhibit table in the conference foyer (upon request).

• Advance recognition as Gold supporter on the conference website.
• Recognized as a Gold supporter on the conference program, and during the conference opening and closing events.
• Three complimentary registrations for the conference.
• Exhibit table in the conference foyer (upon request and availability).

• Advance recognition as Silver supporter on the conference website.
• Recognized as a Silver supporter on the conference program, and during the conference opening and closing events.
• Two complimentary registrations for the conference.
• Exhibit table in the conference foyer (upon request and availability).

• Advance recognition as Bronze supporter on the conference website.
• Recognized as a Bronze supporter on the conference program, and during the conference opening and closing events.
• One complimentary registration for the conference.

Additional Meal & Event Opportunities for Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Level Sponsors
Sponsors at the Diamond, Platinum, and Gold levels are invited to further support one or more of the following specific activities:

• WSDM Cup competition
• Student Travel Grants
• Doctoral Consortium
• Best Paper Award, Best Student Paper Award, and/or Test of Time Award
• Welcome reception
• Conference banquet
• Conference/Workshop/Tutorial lunches
• Conference/Workshop/Tutorial morning/afternoon tea breaks
• USB Memory Sticks for Proceedings

Pricing for these activities is available upon request. Sponsorship benefits may include the display of video advertisements prior to a session, lunch, or activity; prominent logo placement during breaks; and the opportunity to host a lunch.

In addition to the levels of sponsorship, other opportunities to contribute to WSDM 2027 may be possible, and we welcome your suggestions. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information on the sponsorship plans.

Sponsorship Chairs
Jianliang Xu, Hong Kong Baptist University
Carl Yang, Emory University