Quick Answer
If your event is hosted by an organization, association, or company, you can display the hosting organization's logo in the Parent Organization section. This builds credibility by showing visitors who is responsible for the event. The section is optional and can be shown or hidden using the visibility toggle.
Overview
The Parent Organization section helps event organizers establish credibility by showing their affiliation with a recognized organization, association, or company. When visitors see a familiar organization logo alongside your event details, it builds trust and legitimacy. This is especially valuable for chapter events, association conferences, corporate events, and community gatherings hosted by established organizations.
When to Use This Feature
Add a Parent Organization Logo if your event is:
Hosted by a company (show company logo)
Organized by an association (show association logo)
A chapter or regional event (show national organization logo)
Sponsored by an organization (show primary sponsor logo)
Part of a larger event series (show series or organization logo)
Skip this section if your event is independently organized without formal organizational backing.
Technical Requirements
Requirement | Specification |
Minimum Size | 200 × 200 pixels |
Maximum File Size | 5 MB |
Aspect Ratio | Square (1:1) recommended |
Supported Formats | JPG, JPEG, PNG, GIF, WebP |
Display Shape | Circular crop |
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Access the Parent Organization Section
Go to your Event listing edit page
Scroll to the Parent Organization section
Click to expand the section if collapsed
The section helper text reads: "Identify the group, organization, or business hosting and responsible for the event."
Step 2: Complete Parent Organization Details
Before adding a logo, fill in the organization information:
Enter the Parent Organization Name (required for section to display properly)
Add the Parent Organization Description (optional)
Enter the Parent Organization Website (must start with https://)
Add Headquarters Location if applicable
Step 3: Upload the Parent Organization Logo
Click the circular logo upload area in the section
Select the organization's logo file
Verify the logo displays correctly in the circular frame
Click Publish Draft to save changes
Visibility Controls
The Parent Organization section has a visibility toggle in the top-right corner:
Setting | What Happens |
Visible (default) | Section and logo display on your public event listing |
Hidden | Entire section is hidden from public view |
Note: You cannot show the section while hiding just the logo—the logo and section content are shown or hidden together.
Examples
Event | Parent Organization | Logo to Upload |
Houston Chapter Annual Dinner | American Marketing Association | AMA logo |
Tech Conference 2025 | TechCorp Inc. | TechCorp company logo |
Community Health Fair | Memorial Hospital Foundation | Hospital foundation logo |
Regional Leadership Summit | National Association of Realtors | NAR logo |
Cultural Festival | Iranian-American Community Center | Community center logo |
Best Practices
Do:
Use the official organization logo
Ensure you have permission to display the logo
Use a high-resolution version
Complete all relevant section fields, not just the logo
Keep the logo current with the organization's branding
Don't:
Upload unofficial or modified versions of logos
Display logos of organizations not actually involved in the event
Use this for sponsor logos (unless they're the primary host)
Upload your personal photo here
Event Logo vs. Parent Organization Logo
Field | Purpose | Example |
Event Logo | Identifies this specific event | "Tech Summit 2025" branded graphic |
Parent Organization Logo | Shows who's hosting/organizing | TechCorp company logo |
For example, a "Houston Real Estate Expo" (Event Logo) organized by the "Houston Association of Realtors" (Parent Organization Logo) would use both images—one for the event itself and one for the organizing association.
Important Notes
The Parent Organization logo is optional within the section
The entire Parent Organization section is toggleable (visible by default)
Only upload logos you have authorization to use
This section is available on Event and Organization listings (not Profiles or Jobs)
After your event expires, the Parent Organization information remains visible until the listing is deleted
FAQs
Do I need permission to use the organization's logo? Yes. Only display logos of organizations you're officially affiliated with and authorized to represent.
What if the hosting organization doesn't have a logo? The logo is optional. You can complete the Parent Organization section with just the name and other details.
Can I hide just the logo but show the organization name? No. The logo and name are part of the same section, you can show or hide the entire section, but not individual elements.
My event has multiple sponsors. Which logo should I use? Use the logo of the primary hosting organization—the one responsible for organizing the event. Sponsors can be mentioned in your event description.
I'm organizing an independent event. Should I use this section? Only if you have a formal organizational backer. If you're organizing independently, skip this section or add your own company/organization if you have one.
What's the difference between this and the Event Logo? The Event Logo represents the event itself (like a conference logo). The Parent Organization Logo represents the organization hosting or responsible for the event. Many events use both.