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Special Events in Advancement 2026

Organized by Council for Advancement and Support of Education

Events and experiences are an impactful way to drive organizational goals, brand, and success -- and they're a lot of work! As both prices and expectations rise, leveragi...

Dates
Jun 8-10, 2026
Location
Chicago, IL
Deadline
Apr 27, 2026
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Events and experiences are an impactful way to drive organizational goals, brand, and success -- and they're a lot of work! As both prices and expectations rise, leveraging resources and thinking strategically is vital. Join us at the Special Events in Advancement conference to gain inspiration and new ideas, pick up tools and strategies to implement in your shop, and connect with professionals across the industry. And new this year, a track has been incorporated for those who manage Homecomings and Reunions!

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Key Sponsor: (Standard Key Sponsor - $8,500; Educational Partner Key Sponsor - $8,000) - Welcome remarks at a Plenary Session, Three complimentary registrations and/or customers (15% discount for up to 2 additional registrations), Exhibit table, Recognition from podium for opening and closing remarks, Attendee opt-in/out listing provided pre-and post-conference, Recognition on, and links from, the conference website, Logo recognition on the conference website and throughout the conference. General Sponsor: (Standard General Sponsor - $6,500; Educational Partner General Sponsor -$6,000) - Two complimentary registrations for staff and/or customers (15% discount for up to 2 additional registrations), Exhibit table, Attendee opt-in/out listing provided pre- and post-conference, Recognition on, and links from, the conference website, Logo recognition on conference website and throughout conference. Exhibitor: (Standard Exhibitor - $4,750; Educational Partner Exhibitor - $3,750) - One complimentary registration (15% discount for up to 2 additional registrations), Exhibit table, Attendee opt-in/out listing provided pre- and post-conference.

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