Join us in making a difference by supporting our conference. Explore our sponsorship levels and find the perfect way to contribute and engage with our community.

Sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Exhibit tables are available at all sponsorship levels for $800. See below for details. 

Three comp conference registrations. NASPAA newsletter recognition. Name in the mobile app. Full-page color ad in e-flipbook. Name of sponsorship page in e-flipbook. Name on the conference website. Onsite signage. Sponsor ribbon for two employees given at registration.

Attendee Badge Lanyard: 1 Sponsor - PURCHASED

Learning each other's names helps build a connection. Some find it easy, and others may need a reminder. That's okay! We have you covered. Sponsor this year's conference name badge lanyard, which is distributed at registration to all attendees, volunteers, and speakers. Est. 600 attendees

Custom Hotel Key Cards: 1 Sponsor - PURCHASED

Put your logo directly in attendees’ hands by sponsoring the hotel guest key cards. Two custom-branded cards will be provided for each guest room. Est. 600 attendees

Conference Wifi: 1 Sponsor

As the WiFi Sponsor, your school name will be front and center every time an attendee connects to the internet. This exclusive sponsorship allows you to create a custom WiFi network password, providing high visibility throughout the conference. Additionally, your brand will receive prime placement in the conference program where the WiFi login information is displayed. Est. 600 attendees

Opening Plenary: 1 sponsor  - PURCHASED

Sponsor the official opening session of the 2026 Global Conference. The opening plenary will be on Thursday, October 1. The sponsor will receive verbal recognition, an acknowledgment in the event slideshow, visibility in the mobile app through push notifications, placement of a custom ad in the event slideshow (provided by the sponsor), the ability to place school promo materials/giveaways at all guest seats, tables, and place signage on stage. Premium seating is reserved for school leadership. Est. 400 - 600 guests

Hybrid Session Sponsor: 2 Sponsors

Your institution’s logo will appear as the opening frame (15- 30 seconds) on all hybrid session recordings before playback begins. Recordings will be available to conference attendees and later released on NASPAA’s YouTube channel, providing extended visibility beyond the event. Est 400 + attendees.

Conference Bag: 1 Sponsor - PURCHASED

See your logo alongside the NASPAA Global Conference brand on one of the most visible items at the event, the welcome bag! Logo placement alongside NASPAA on a reusable bag distributed to attendees during registration to all. Est. 600 attendees

Conference SWAG: 3 sponsors

See your logo alongside the NASPAA Global Conference brand on this year's swag! The item will be distributed to all attendees at registration. Est. 600 attendees

Conference App: 1 sponsor - PURCHASED

The sponsor of the mobile conference app will receive premium digital ad placement and recognition within the app and recognition with the app download instructions in the conference program and communications. Est. 600 attendees

NASPAA newsletter recognition. Two comp conference registrations. Name in the mobile app. Full-page color ad in e-flipbook. Name of sponsorship page in e-flipbook. Name on the conference website. Onsite signage. Sponsor ribbon for two employees given at registration.

Welcome Reception: 3 sponsors

Co-sponsor of the official welcome event of #NASPAA2026! The reception will be on Wednesday, September 30, at the Hyatt Regency. Sponsors will receive recognition in event promotions and onsite signage. Use this opportunity to exhibit/distribute school materials or giveaways (NASPAA must approve). Est. 400-500 guests.

Closing Reception: 4 sponsors or 1 sponsor

Before we travel back to our corners of the Earth, let’s celebrate the NASPAA community one more time. Co-sponsor the closing reception or reserve full branding rights to the reception for $40,000.

Sponsors receive recognition in event promotions, push notifications in the mobile app, and onsite signage. Take advantage of the opportunity to exhibit/distribute school materials or giveaways (NASPAA must approve). Est. 300+ guests.

NASPAA Awards Luncheon: 1 Sponsor - PURCHASED

Celebrate some of NASPAA's leaders worldwide by sponsoring the NASPAA Awards luncheon. Sponsor receives verbal recognition, an acknowledgment in the event slideshow, visibility in the mobile app push notification, and placement of a custom ad in the event slideshow (provided by the sponsor); the ability to place school promo materials/giveaways at all guest seats and place signage on stage (NASPAA must approve). Receive complimentary luncheon tickets for up to three attendees and premium table seating for school leadership. Est. 300-350 guests.

Pi Alpha Alpha Awards Luncheon: 1 sponsor

Share your commitment to supporting excellence in public service by sponsoring the Pi Alpha Alpha Awards Luncheon! The sponsor will receive recognition in event promotions, push notifications in the mobile app, and onsite signage. Take advantage of the opportunity to exhibit/distribute school materials or giveaways (NASPAA must pre-approve). Receive complimentary luncheon tickets for up to three attendees and premium table seating for school leadership. Est. 250-300 guests.

Name in the mobile app. Full-page color ad in e-flipbook. Name of sponsorship page in e-flipbook. Name on the conference website. Onsite signage. Sponsor ribbon for two employees given at registration.

Column Wrap (5th Floor): 4 sponsors

Gain consistent, high-impact visibility within one of the conference’s busiest areas. Located on the 5th floor near breakout sessions and exhibitors, this column ensures your brand is seen repeatedly as attendees gather, network, and transition between sessions.

Two columns available, with two sponsor logos displayed per column.

Coffee Sleeve: 2 sponsors - PURCHASED

Your logo in every hand! Imagine attendees recharging with a warm cup of coffee, each one wrapped in your organization’s branding. Sponsors will receive recognition in event promotions and onsite signage. Est. 400-500 guests.

Registration Kiosks: 4 sponsors

We are bringing tech to the 2026 Global Conference to streamline our check-in! Be seen by every attendee at the event as they check in on all three days of the conference. Est. 600 guests

Printed Conference Program: 1 sponsor - PURCHASED

Printed programs are a hot commodity at the Global Conference! Be the sponsor of the printed program. With this sponsorship, you receive recognition within the front of the program content area in full color. Est. 200-400 guests

Conference e-Flipbook: 1 sponsor

Help attendees chart their courses by sponsoring the NASPAA E-Flipbook. This digital program gives us a sustainable way to share the conference schedule. It is sent to all conference attendees in advance and shared widely in NASPAA communications. With this sponsorship, you receive the front page color ad placement and premium recognition in the flipbook. Est. 200-400 guests

Name in the mobile app. Full-page color ad in e-flipbook. Name of sponsorship page in e-flipbook. Name on the conference website. Onsite signage. Sponsor ribbon for two employees given at registration.

Accreditation Institute Workshop Sponsor: 1 Sponsor - PURCHASED

Sponsor the accreditation institute workshop on Wednesday, September 30th. Est. 200 attendees

This sponsorship is reserved for accredited programs only. However, programs undergoing (re)accreditation during the 2026-2027 review cycle are excluded from this sponsorship opportunity to preserve the integrity of the review process.

Wednesday All Day Beverages: 3 sponsors

Co-sponsor of the all-day coffee and tea on Wednesday, September 30. Includes signage at station and recognition in the flipbook program and mobile app.

Wednesday All Day Snacks: 3 sponsors - PURCHASED

Co-sponsor of the snack breaks on Wednesday, September 30. Includes signage at the station and recognition in flipbook and mobile app.

Thursday All Day Beverages: 4 sponsors - PURCHASED

Co-sponsor of all-day coffee and tea on Thursday, October 1st, including signage at station and recognition in flipbook program and mobile app.

Friday All Day Beverages: 4 sponsors

Co-sponsor of all-day coffee and tea on Friday, October 2nd, including signage at station and recognition in flipbook program and mobile app.

Annual Business Meeting: 1 sponsor - PURCHASED

Show your support of NASPAA by sponsoring the Annual Business Meeting. This is your chance to be highlighted during the event that welcomes the incoming NASPAA President and provides space for the community to hear from NASPAA leadership about the future of the organization. The sponsor receives live and visual (slide deck) recognition and the ability to provide promo materials/giveaways at all guest seats (NASPAA must pre-approve). Est. 100-200 guests

Conference Three-Day Childcare Service: 4 sponsors

Support your NASPAA colleagues by sponsoring childcare services for all three days! This new service will help colleagues from all over the world travel for a family-friendly destination conference.

Name in the mobile app. Full-page color ad in e-flipbook. Name of sponsorship page in e-flipbook. Name on the conference website. Onsite signage. Sponsor ribbon for two employees given at registration.

Floor Cling: Unlimited

Place your logo directly underfoot in high-traffic areas throughout the conference. Strategically positioned along key attendee pathways, floor clings provide repeated visibility as participants move between sessions, ensuring your institution stays top of mind.

Escalator Low Wall: 5 sponsors

Located along the escalators on the 5th floor connecting conference floors, this prominent placement captures attendees' attention as they move throughout the hotel, making it an ideal spot to highlight your institution’s logo. 

 

The wall will be divided into five equal sections, each dedicated to showcasing one sponsor.

Conference Tracks: 6 sponsors

Sponsor a conference track and receive recognition in the flipbook, mobile app and onsite signage.

Wellness & Recharge Lounge: 3 sponsors

Position your institution as a champion of sustainable leadership and well-being. This dedicated quiet space will allow attendees to decompress between sessions. Sponsor signage will be prominently displayed at the entrance across all conference days.

Thursday Reception Shuttle: 4 sponsors

Position your institution alongside NASPAA's most highly attended reception. As Shuttle Sponsor, your logo will receive prominent placement on shuttle signage and across communications promoting transportation to the Thursday reception. Est. 400- 500 attendees.

Wednesday Workshops: 2 sponsors - PURCHASED

Co-sponsor workshops (Doctoral, Case Studies, etc.) on Wednesday, September 30. Recognition signage and inclusion in workshop-specific communications, flipbook, and mobile app listings

Thursday Morning Snacks: 2 sponsors

Co-sponsor of morning snack on Thursday, October 1st; signage at the onsite station and recognition in flipbook program and mobile app

Friday Morning Snacks: 2 sponsors - PURCHASED

Co-sponsor of morning snack on Friday, October 2nd; signage at the onsite station and recognition in flipbook program and mobile app

Thursday Afternoon Snack: 3 sponsors

Co-sponsor of afternoon snack on Thursday, October 1st; signage at the onsite station and recognition in flipbook program and mobile app

Friday Afternoon Snack: 3 sponsors

Co-sponsor of afternoon snack on Friday, October 2nd; signage at the onsite station and recognition in flipbook program and mobile app.

 

The following accreditation sponsorships are reserved for accredited programs only. However, programs undergoing (re)accreditation during the 2025-2026 review cycle are excluded from this sponsorship opportunity to preserve the integrity of the review process.

Accreditation Institute Breakfast: 3 sponsors

Sponsor of the AI breakfast on Wednesday, September 30  (est. 200 attendees). Onsite slideshow recognition, ability to place promo/giveaway at all guest seats (pre-approved by COPRA staff), and inclusion in all AI-specific communications.

Accreditation Lunch: 2 sponsors

Sponsor of the Accreditation Institute (AI) lunch on  Wednesday, September 30 (est. 200 attendees). Slideshow recognition, the ability for promo materials/giveaways at all guest seats (NASPAA must pre-approve), and inclusion in all AI-specific communications.

Accreditation Institute Snack: 2 sponsors

Sponsor of the snack break on Wednesday, September 30 (est. 200 attendees). Slide show, and inclusion in all AI-specific communications.

Accreditation All Day Beverage: 4 sponsors

Co-sponsor all-day beverages during the 2026 Accreditation Institute on Wednesday, September 30. Receive signage at the onsite station and recognition in the flipbook program and mobile app.

Name of sponsorship page in e-flipbook. Name on the conference website. Onsite signage. Sponsor ribbon for two employees given at registration.

General Support

NASPAA values overall conference support. This is an excellent option for smaller budgets or to boost your sponsorship to the next donation level. Supporting sponsors will be recognized with their names listed on the NASPAA website, flipbook, mobile app, and signage.

 

Social Media Partner Sponsorship - PURCHASED

Note: This is an in-kind sponsorship. NASPAA recognizes the work that the partner will be doing on behalf of NASPAA. There is no monetary cost associated with this sponsorship. NASPAA and the partner will sign an MOU with expected deliverables.

  • Designate two staff members to serve as communications support through the 2026 Global Conference.
  • Share the following on social media (Facebook, Instagram, X, and Linked In when appropriate) during the Annual Conference:
  • Daily recaps of the conference. Each recap will highlight the previous day via email, including content shared by NASPAA staff (when available).
  • Highlight four to six pre-selected sessions daily.
  • Highlight sessions during the conference as requested by the NASPAA President or Executive Director (as part of the four to six sessions).
  • Create a social aggregation page that can be linked to the NASPAA website
  • Receive two complimentary registrations for the 2026 NASPAA Global Conference.