The Fast Start Forum 2027 | Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open

Put Your Brand in Front of UP TO 500 Elite Producers

Join us at one of the most influential events in Whole Life. You'll get direct access to up to 500 producers, firm leaders, and decision-makers โ€” all looking to grow, partner, and network with the best in the business.

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From a Past Sponsor

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The Fast Start Forum was one of the most well put together conferences I've been a part of at any level. I can't wait to bring our team back next year.
Dennis Martin
President, OneAmerica Financial
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Dennis Martin, COO, OneAmerica Financial
Past Sponsor ยท OneAmerica Financial

The Audience

Who's In the Room

These are the advisors and firm leaders who write the biggest whole life cases in the country โ€” and actively invest in getting better at it.

High-Production Advisors

Advisors writing significant whole life premium who are focused on writing more of it โ€” and learning every edge they can to get there.

Firm and Agency Leaders

Leaders responsible for growing teams of advisors, sourcing tools and partners, and making purchasing decisions for their organization.

Wealth Managers Adding Protection

Fee-based planners and RIAs building whole life into their practice โ€” looking for resources and partners to support that shift.

By the Numbers

The Advisors You'll Reach

Based on last year's attendance:

500+
Elite Financial Advisors and Agency Leaders
10โ€“15
Years Experience (average attendee)
31%
Have 20+ Years of Experience
$400โ€“600K
Annual Revenue
84%
Major Mutual Affiliation
16%
Independent Advisors
100%
Focused on Whole Life Sales

From the Room

What Advisors Said
About Last Year

These are the people your brand will be in front of.

"You're going to get the best of the best."

"The folks that are learning from you are going to be giving back as much as you give to them. It's riveting."

"The Fast Start Forum was amazing."

"I was really impressed with the caliber of people that were here. The advisors were all focused on growth which I absolutely love."

"The room was packed, the energy was amazing."

"You can't even put a dollar amount on the value."

"He went the extra mile to provide us with the proof behind what we do. You can't even put a dollar amount on that value."

"He is one of the most authentic speakers I've ever heard."

"Everyone who is interested in growing their business should be here."

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What You Get as a Sponsor

Direct Access to the
Advisors Who Write the Most Premium

Here's what your sponsorship includes:

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Stage Access to a Room Full of Decision-Makers

Get featured in front of up to 500 advisors to position your brand as an industry authority.

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Email Promotion to the Full Attendee List

Reach every attendee before the event with a dedicated email blast that drives awareness, interest, and pre-event conversations.

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Premier Booth Location with On-Screen Brand Features

Premium placement booths and on-screen visibility during breaks ensure your brand stands out and stays top of mind.

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Access to Raw Photo + Video Content

Get access to raw event footage and photos to repurpose for your marketing, internal content, or social campaigns.

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VIP Access for Your Team + Clients

Bring your team or clients with included VIP and GA tickets โ€” plus the option to upgrade or add more seats.

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Included Virtual Keynote from Tom Wall

Receive a custom virtual keynote from Tom Wall โ€” perfect for team events, recruiting, or positioning your firm with thought leadership.

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An Audience That Already Said Yes

Every attendee paid to be here, took time away from their practice, and traveled to Scottsdale. That self-selection eliminates passive attendees entirely โ€” your brand only reaches people who are already invested in their own growth.

Where the Event Takes Place

Hosted at the Iconic Phoenician
in Scottsdale, Arizona

A world-class setting designed for high-impact learning and premium networking that'll make your sponsorship unforgettable.

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Your Brand Everywhere

Signage, screens, and stage visibility that make your brand unforgettable throughout the event.

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Command the Stage

Feature your message beside industry icons on the main stage at one of the industry's premier events.

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Conversations that Drive Impact

Connect in VIP lounges, networking receptions, and invite-only dinners at The Phoenician.

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Leave with Content

Get photo and video assets you can use across all team and marketing needs all year long.

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Premium by Design

Host your brand in a venue that signals excellence and trust โ€” The Phoenician is world-class by every measure.

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Worth Every Dollar

From visuals to leads โ€” this venue and audience back your investment at every turn.

Tom Wall

Meet the Founder and Host

Tom Wall, PH.D.

Founder, Whole Life Masterminds | Ph.D, MBA, MSFS, CLU, ChFC

Tom Wall has spent the entirety of his 23-year career positioning whole life insurance and competing against its alternatives. Starting in college as an award-winning advisor with Northwestern Mutual before moving his practice to MassMutual, he subsequently grew his career in prominent home office roles in sales and marketing leadership. In those roles, he developed into a renowned storyteller and product expert at perennial company conferences and firm meetings nation-wide.

Tom's Ph.D. is in retirement income planning, with original research on Whole Life as a Fixed Income Alternative under the advisement of industry thought leaders Wade Pfau, Michael Finke, and Stephen Parrish. His focus on academic integrity and decades of sales experience combine to make him a uniquely credible and inspirational voice in the life insurance space.

Tom now coaches and consults with financial advisors, hosts the Whole Life Masterminds study group, and has published his best-selling book "Permission to Spend: Maximize Your Retirement with the Best Kept Secret in Personal Finance."

Start the Conversation
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Sponsorship Tiers

Choose Your Level
of Visibility

Three tiers. Each one puts your brand in the room โ€” the higher you go, the more time on stage and the deeper your access to the attendee list.

Gold

Make a strong first impression with visibility before, during, and after the Forum.

Branded 8ร—10 exhibition table with your company featured on-screen during event breaks.
Dedicated section in the attendee/presenter workbook to showcase your business.
Pre-event exposure on our website and in attendee email communications.
Post-event follow-up with links and resources sent directly to attendees.
1 VIP + 1 GA Ticket

Platinum

Own the spotlight with premium placement and direct access to attendees.

Priority-position 8ร—10 booth and on-screen branding throughout the event.
Logo placement on the official photo backdrop and event signage.
15-minute presentation slot during breakfast or cocktail hour.
Exclusive pre-event email blast and full attendee list.
Included Virtual 30-Minute Keynote by Tom Wall for your team.
Access to raw photo and video content for your personal use.
2 VIP + 2 GA Tickets

Title

Everything above, PLUS maximum exposure and 30 minutes on the main stage.

10ร—20 Front and Center Booth โ€” the most premium position in the room.
Co-branding of the event โ€” "Fast Start Forum โ€” Powered by YOU" on screen and materials throughout.
30 Minutes on Main Stage (Monday morning) to open the Forum.
Pre-event email blast including a pre-recorded interview with Tom.
Social media post promoting your company to Tom's entire audience.
Included Virtual 1-Hour Keynote by Tom Wall for your team.
Access to raw photo and video content for your personal use.
4 VIP + 4 GA Tickets
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New for 2027 โ€” Golf Outing Title Sponsor

A separate sponsorship opportunity for the private VIP golf outing on January 20th. One brand, 150 participants, The Phoenician's championship course. See details below.

Full Breakdown

Everything That's Included,
Side by Side

Every tier includes booth placement and pre/post event exposure. The higher tiers add stage time, the attendee email list, and Tom's virtual keynote for your team.

What's Included Gold Platinum Title
Exhibition Table & On-Screen Featureโœ“ 8ร—10โœ“ Priority 8ร—10โœ“ 10ร—20 Prime
Attendee Workbook Sectionโœ“โœ“โœ“
Pre-Event Website & Email Promotionโœ“โœ“โœ“
Post-Event Resource Links to Attendeesโœ“โœ“โœ“
Logo on Photo Backdrop & Event Signageโ€”โœ“โœ“
Full Attendee Email Listโ€”โœ“โœ“
Dedicated Email Blast to All Attendeesโ€”โœ“โœ“
Presentation Slotโ€”15 min (breakfast/cocktail)30 min (Monday main stage)
Virtual Keynote by Tom Wallโ€”30 minutes60 minutes
Pre-Recorded Interview with Tomโ€”โ€”โœ“
Social Media Promotionโ€”โ€”โœ“
Event Co-Branding ("Powered by YOU")โ€”โ€”โœ“
Raw Photo & Video Content Accessโ€”โœ“โœ“
Tickets Included1 VIP + 1 GA2 VIP + 2 GA4 VIP + 4 GA
โ›ณ Golf Outing Title Sponsor โ€” โ€” Separate sponsorship โ€” see below

New for 2027

The VIP Golf Outing
Title Sponsorship

This year, we're adding something new: a private VIP golf outing at The Phoenician's championship course on Wednesday, January 20th.

Some of the best conversations happen outside the conference room โ€” when the pressure's off and the guard's down. A round of golf at one of Scottsdale's most prestigious courses creates exactly that environment.

150
Hard cap. Once we hit 150 participants, the outing is closed. No exceptions.

Non-golfers don't miss out โ€” all VIP ticket holders receive a $150 resort credit to use anywhere on The Phoenician property.

Exclusive Opportunity

Golf Outing Title Sponsor

A second title sponsorship โ€” separate from the main event โ€” available to one brand only.

  • Exclusive naming rights โ€” "The [Your Brand] VIP Golf Outing"
  • Your branding on all golf outing materials, signage, and on-course activations
  • 4 VIP Golf spots for your team โ€” inside a capped 150-person event
  • Branded gift for every golfer at check-in
  • Logo on the event photo backdrop at the golf outing
  • Featured in all golf outing communications to VIP attendees
  • On-course social media content featuring your brand
Inquire About Golf Sponsorship โ†’

This slot is first-come, first-served. Only one brand.

Ready to Talk?

Schedule a quick call with Tom's team and we'll walk you through which tier makes the most sense for your goals.

Or email us directly at: info@wholelifemasterminds.com

Fast Start Forum 2027 โ€” Sponsorships Jan 17โ€“20 ยท The Phoenician, Scottsdale
Limited sponsorship slots available Become a Sponsor โ†’