VIP Program
Be Our VIP – Apply For Your Free Conference Pass!
Are you ready to claim your spot among the elite of IT Service Management? This is your opportunity to be part of an exclusive 5-Star Draft Class—a complimentary pass reserved for the most senior and influential leaders in the industry. This fall, as the leaves turn and football season heats up, we’re scouting the top-tier players who will lead the charge at Service Management World 2025.
This program offers unparalleled access to curated content, a personalized networking playbook, and a first-class event experience. Whether you’re a seasoned leader or a visionary decision-maker, this is your chance to experience the event like never before and solidify your place among the champions of the field.
But remember, only 30 VIPs will make the cut for this prestigious draft class. Applications close on October 6, 2025, so don’t miss your chance to be part of the winning lineup!
Why Join the 5-Star Draft Class?
As a 5-Star VIP, you’ll enjoy:
- Complimentary Core Conference Pass: Full access to all SMW programming and events.
- Curated Content: Sessions designed to keep you ahead of the game.
- Exclusive Access: A tailored networking itinerary, including one-on-one meetings with industry leaders.
- First-Class Experience: Invitation to the VIP reception, special VIP registration gift and autographed books from our Keynote Speakers.
Qualifications: Do You Have What It Takes to Make the Team?
To be drafted into the VIP program, you’ll need to meet the following criteria:
- Professional Role / Influence
- Must hold a senior-level IT position: Director or Above.
- Must play a key role in the decision-making process for IT products and services.
- Company
- Your company must have 1,000+ employees.
- To ensure a diverse and complementary attendee base, your company must not directly align with the business focus of our technology exhibitors or sponsors.
- LinkedIn Profile
- Provide your LinkedIn URL as part of the application process to showcase your credentials.
- New to Service Management World
- Our VIP Program is tailored specifically for first-time attendees, offering an exclusive opportunity to experience HDI and its SMW event. To qualify, applicants must be new to the event and must not have paid for or participated in SMW within the past two years.
Requirements: Commit to the Game Plan
To secure your spot in the draft class, you’ll need to:
- Attend the Event: Plan to be present to maximize your experience.
- Engage with Sponsors/Exhibitors: A tailored networking itinerary, including one-on-one meetings with industry leaders integral to your personalized networking playbook.
- Confirm Your Stay: Upon approval of your VIP pass, provide proof of hotel accommodation reservations to our VIP Concierge within 21 days to confirm your participation.
Important Notice: The Draft Process
Applying does not guarantee approval for a VIP Pass. Each application will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to ensure you meet the qualifications and are ready to fully participate in the VIP programming. Spaces are limited, so apply early to secure your spot in the winning lineup!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the 5-Star Draft Class at SMW 2025. Apply now and show us why you’re a champion in IT Service Management!