The Association of Aquatic Professionals is a Non-Profit 501(c)3 Organization. You are among many who have chosen to be involved with a cutting edge professional membership-based organization. It is our goal to bring together professionals from all aspects of aquatics to network, educate, advocate, enrich, and improve the aquatics industry across the United States and internationally.
The Association of Aquatic Professionals is a Non-Profit 501(c)3 Organization. You are among many who have chosen to be involved with a cutting edge professional membership-based organization. It is our goal to bring together professionals from all aspects of aquatics to network, educate, advocate, enrich, and improve the aquatics industry across the United States and internationally.
CONFERENCE AboutAbout
The AOAP Annual Conference and Exposition, in conjunction with the National Drowning Prevention Alliance conference, is a premiere aquatic industry event attracting over 1200 attendees, featuring prominent industry educators, and connecting over 125 vendors with decision-makers on the Expo Hall floor.
Feb 14-15
Pre-Conference Workshops & Board of Directors Meeting
Feb 16-19
Feb 17-18
AOAP Annual Conference & NDPA Annual Conference
Aquatic Technician School, Feb 16 - 17
Expo Hall
Tuesday, February 17 - Expo Hall Grand Opening, 5:30 - 8 pm Wednesday, February 18 - Lunch & Exclusive Expo Hours, 12 - 3 pm
Feb 19-21
Post-Conference Workshops & Directors School
In addition to over 85 educational sessions offered and engaging gen sessions, attendees have the chanc visit with over 125 exhibitors in the Hall. And with buying power right th front of them, vendors make mean connections.
At AOAP Annual Conference and Expo, we work hard and we play hard! Monday night is a warm-up to the AllConference Social on Wednesday - a great place to get to know other professionals in the industry!
Recognition in the conference mobile app
- $2,000 SILVER - $4,500
All Bronze Level benefits plus Unique recognition plaque
NEW! One social media recognition post within 90 days of the conference
With options starting as low as $2000, AOAP has a sponsor package to fit every organizations needs. The following pages outline a variety of sponsor options and the associated benefits Don’t see the right option for you? Ask us about custom sponsor packages designed to meet your needs! PLATINUM - $10,000
All Silver Level benefits plus One complimentary 10x10 exhibit booth at the Annual Expo
NEW! Exhibit hall floor graphic calling you out as a Sponsor
NEW! 10 complimentary drink tickets to share with social attendees
Inclusion of a company flyer in the conference attendee packet
Logo included on the website & in the AOAP Weekly
One dedicated email blast
NEW! Box ad on Buyer’s Guide webpage
NEW! Box ad on Members-Only Buyer’s Guide webpage
All Gold Level benefits plus NEW! Access to Premiere Vendor Area (prime location marked with signage)
NEW! One additional social media recognition post within 90 days of conference
NEW! Your unique # added to conference social media posts 90 days before & 14 days after conference
NEW! 15 additional complimentary drink tickets to share with attendees at the social One (1) additional dedicated email blasts & one quarterly box ad in the AOAP Weekly
NEW! Present or sponsor one live webinar to AOAP members during 2026 Upgrade to a banner ad on the Members-Only Buyer’s Guide webpage
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CONFERENCE SPONSORS 3 Available!
$25,000 Each
Recognition on all conference promotional literature including the AOAP newsletter, pre-conference registration materials, conference packets, etc
Recognition in the conference mobile app
Prominent display of your organization logo on a banner in the trade show area
Two (2) complimentary exhibit booths during the Annual Conference
Two (2) complimentary registrations for the Annual Conference
NEW! Access to the Premiere Vendor Area (prime location marked with signage)
AOAP Award of Recognition presented during the opening session of the Annual Conference
NEW! Six (6) social media recognition posts within 90 days of conference
NEW! Your unique # included in social media posts about conference in the 90 days before and 14 days after conference
NEW! 60-second ad for your company played during the Opening and Closing Sessions
NEW! 40 complimentary drink tickets to share with attendees at conference socials
Logo included on the website & in the AOAP Weekly
Banner ad in the AOAP weekly for the year, leading up to and through the Annual Conference
NEW! Banner ad or button ad on the AOAP website for a year
Four (4) dedicated email blasts
NEW! Box ad on Buyer’s Guide webpage
NEW! 1/2-page ad in Members-Only Buyer’s Guide
NEW! Present or sponsor two (2) free, live webinars to AOAP members during 2026 with up to five minutes to promote your company
MORE WAYS TO GET
DELEGATE BADGES - $7,500
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Turn attendees into walking advertisements for your business by sponsoring the AOAP badges. Receive all Gold-level benefits in addition to your design on the delegate badges. The Association provides the badges and will work with you to create an appealing design
DELEGATE CONFERENCE BAGS -
$7,500
Increase your company’s visibility by adding your logo and tagline to a conference bag distributed on-site to all attendees with their registration materials These bags are widely used throughout the show to carry conference and exhibit hall materials Receive all Gold-level benefits in addition to your design on the delegate bags. Bags are produced by AOAP, and we work with you on the design to enhance your brand awareness.
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HOTEL KEY SLEEVES -
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$7,500
Provide attendees with a constant reminder of your company during the conference AOAP will aid you in creating a design that showcases your brand. Everyone checking in to the conference hotel will get a consistent reminder of your company. Additionally, receive all Gold-level benefits!
CONFERENCE MOBILE APP - $10,000
Your sponsorship provides a robust mobile application that attendees use throughout the conference to navigate through the exhibit hall, schedule sessions, maps, sponsors, sessions, network with attendees and speakers, and more. Additionally, receive all Platinum-level benefits PLUS one dedicated mobile alert sent out through the app during conference!
Take advantage of more ways to get noticed at conference! Each of the options below includes all general benefits as well as additional benefits. See page 21 for more information on general sponsor benefits, or reach out to create a custom package!
50/50 RAFFLE SPONSOR - $7,500
The 50/50 raffle is one of the most fun events at conference with excitement generated through ticket sales Monday - Wednesday including announcements made at all all-conference events and in sessions. The 50/50 sponsor will receive all Gold-level benefits PLUS recognition during raffle announcements, and two additional social media posts. Sponsors will match the total ticket sales or $7,500 - whichever is greater.
BEVERAGE SPONSOR - $11,000 OR
$12,000
Sponsor the open bar at the Monday night networking social ($11,000), Tuesday Night Exhibit Hall Grand Opening ($11,000) or the Wednesday Night All-Conference Social ($12,000) Receive all Platinum-level benefits PLUS upgrade to a 10x20 booth in the Premiere Vendor Area, your company logo on event signage, your company logo placed on all bar stations at the event, and sponsor a live webinar in 2025.
PHOTOGRAPHY SPONSOR -
$12,000
Professional photography not only captures great moments, but it also helps serve AOAP through providing high-quality future marketing pieces and enhances the content we can share with attendees. The Photography Sponsor will receive all Platinumlevel benefits PLUS upgrade to a 10x20 booth and receive recognition during conference socials and events as the official Photography Sponsor. You’ll also work directly with the photographer to capture a 90-second PSA for your company while at conference, and you’ll be recognized as the sponsor of the conference wrap-up video!
A/V SPONSOR -
$12,500
Education opportunities are what the Association of Aquatic Professionals Annual Conference is all about, and your sponsorship helps make sure that each session provides a great experience The A/V Sponsor will receive all Platinum-level benefits PLUS recognition on all education room signage as the A/V Sponsor.
Or! Sponsor a/v for a single room for only $500 / day! Be recognized on the room signage, in the digital session guide & in the conference app.
AQUATIC TECHNICIAN SCHOOL -
$5,000
As the Tech School Sponsor, your company ' s logo will appear on all room signage, your name will be listed in the printed session guide and in the mobile app, and you will have the opportunity to give a 15-minute presentation about your brand during Tech School and receive one social di t i t th 30 d s leading up to conference *3 Available*
DIRECTOR ’ S SCHOOL SPONSOR
- $5,000
By Sponsoring Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 of Director’s School, your company ' s logo will appear on all room signage, your name will be listed in the printed session guide, mobile app and on course curriculum, and your representative will have the opportunity to give a 15-minute presentation about your brand during Director’s School. *3 A il bl *
KEYNOTE SPONSOR -
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$7,500
Become a named sponsor of premier conference speakers for the opening or closing keynote speakers Receive all of the Gold-level sponsor benefits PLUS your logo included as the keynote sponsor in the printed guide and on keynote room signage
OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES
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A Group or Company interested in the Association of Aquatic Professionals official endorsement of a program, service or product may submit an application for consideration Endorsement Review Committee carefully reviews all applications to ensure that the program, product or services aligns with AOAP’s mission, vision and values, has a strong foundation, and, ultimately, serves AOAP members and the aquatic industry in a positive manner.
Advertise with AOAP
AOAP offers a variety of advertising opportunities on our website, in our weekly newsletter, and outreach to members through sponsoring monthly member meetings or hosting a live webinar. With options starting at only $250 for members, there is something for everyone! Or, ask how we can build a custom package just for you!
LAYOUT Exhibit Hall Exhibit Hall
Each booth includes a trash can, table and two chairs. Two full conference registrations for vendor employees working your booth are also included, and additional registrations are available at a discounted price. Vendors are encouraged to attend conference from Opening Keynote on Monday through the Endnote on Thursday . can, Two registrations for vendor employees working your booth are also included, and additional are available at a discounted Vendors encouraged to Opening Keynote Monday through the Endnote on Thursday
BOOTH INFORMATION
Choose the appropriate size & option for your booth below Non-members should add $250 to all prices
All booths include a table, two (2) chairs, a wastebasket and two employee conference registrations Set up will be Monday and Tuesday, 8 am - 4 pm Exhibit Hall hours are Tuesday, 5:30 - 8 pm and Wednesday, 12:30 - 3 pm Take down is immediately following the closing of the show hours on Wednesday
