NAWB: The Forum 2026

For almost 50 years, NAWB has convened the leading voices in workforce development at its annual event, The Forum, to foster discussion, learning, and relationship-building among the largest gathering of workforce professionals in the country. Workforce development leaders, policymakers, business leaders, educators, and economists come together to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing their communities. This year, NAWB offers new opportunities to engage with its 1,100+ attendees, including: Premier gathering, learning, dining, and exploration space: NAWBTown; Small group conversations on issues important to your organization; Networking receptions, meals, and breaks to engage with attendees and workforce leaders; Marketing materials and giveaways to grow your brand and expand your reach with the workforce system. Sponsorship packages, which can be customized, include: Presenting Sponsor, Premier Sponsor, Platinum Sponsor, Gold Sponsor, Silver Sponsor, and various A La Carte Sponsorship Offerings (General Session sponsorship, Exclusive sponsorship of networking coffee/snack break, Co-branded Forum tote bags, Co-branded Forum lanyard, item inclusion in Forum tote bag, Column logo/messaging, Lounge area table-top branding).