66th annual airport management short course Sponsor & Exhibitor opportunities
Attention Potential Sponsors and Exhibitors
We look forward to welcoming you to SWAAAE’s 66th Annual Airport Management Short Course in beautiful Monterey, California. This year marks 66 years of bringing together a diverse community of innovative airport professionals to exchange ideas, tackle industry challenges, and explore new opportunities for growth.
Each year, this premier conference is made possible through the generous support of sponsors and exhibitors who share our commitment to advancing airport management. Your partnership plays a vital role in creating a high-quality experience for attendees and fostering meaningful industry connections.
The 2026 Sponsorship & Exhibitor Prospectus offers a wide range of opportunities to showcase your brand, connect with decision-makers, and demonstrate your support for the continued evolution of the airport industry. Whether you’re looking to build relationships, increase visibility, or introduce innovative products and services, there’s a package designed to fit your goals.
We can’t wait to see you in Monterey and work together to make this year’s conference our best yet.
View the Sponsor and Exhibitor Prospectus
Conference Stats:
- 350+ in-person attendees and guests joined us at our most recent event, our biggest and best yet!
- We welcome an average of 43 first-time attendees at every conference, there’s always fresh energy and new faces.
- An impressive 90% of attendees say they plan to return year after year, proof that once you attend, you’re part of the SWAAAE family.
SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES
- Access to the largest and best network of airport professionals in the region
- Underwriting of higher attended events (first-come, first-served basis)
- Recognition throughout the conference through branding and attendee raffles
- Tiered sponsor benefits (five levels of benefits and recognition)
- In-kind donations and materials (contributes to tiered levels)
- Golf sponsorships, in addition to above
For sponsor related questions, please contact Committee Chair Mike Hill.
Register as a Sponsor online now
Deadline to register as a sponsor/exhibitor to ensure your logo is included on all printed materials is Monday, January 19, 2026.
Exhibitor OpportunitiesThe exhibit area will include refreshment breaks and breakfast tables which will provide maximum traffic throughout the conference. Exhibitor rate is $1,500 which includes a 6' draped table and one complimentary full conference registration. Click here to view the exhibit hall layout (last page of the prospectus). For exhibitor related questions, please contact Natalee Mann.
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Exhibitor Cancellation Policy: In-person exhibitors are eligible for a full refund if the registration is canceled more than 21 days in advance of the start date of the event. Cancellations made 21 days or less than the start date of the event are eligible for a refund less $500. Cancellation notification should be sent to Natalee Mann. Refunds will be processed no more than 30 days following a request.
Important Dates and Deadlines:
- Sponsor logos are requested at the time of registration. Please submit a high resolution, png, or jpg file.
- Digital ads for SWAAAE Alerts and social media are due by Friday, January 9.
- 60-second video ads are due by Friday, January 9.
- Deadline to register as a sponsor/exhibitor to ensure your logo is included on all printed materials is Monday, January 19.
- Attendees utilizing complimentary registrations must be registered by Friday, January 23.
- Door prizes should be delivered onsite to the conference registration table on Sunday, February 1.