Exhibitor badges are REQUIRED for all exhibitors and must be worn at all times. Additional exhibitor badges with lunches outside those allocated in your package can be purchased for $60 per person.
Registrations must be made for individual companies only. Booth sharing between organizations is NOT permitted and may result in your organization being barred from future CATO events. CATO assigns the exhibition space after the Vendor show director confirms the online registration.
Your vehicle will be prominently displayed outside the Exhibitor Pavilion entrance.
You send it - We showcase it for you
An exciting program for exhibitors at our conference. Unveil your latest innovations and offerings. Highlighted across three key conference moments:
Maximize your visibility and impact:
✨ How It Works:
Interested companies will ship their showcased product to the CATO Conference HQ or hand deliver it to the CATO staff on Monday, September 30, 2024, between 0700 - 1200.
CATO will prominently display the product at a CATO-staffed booth starting at 4:00 p.m. on Monday, September 30, 2024.
⚠️ Some restrictions apply:
The CATO has the right to deny product entry into this program based on the space's size restrictions.
❓ Questions about this program? Email vendor@catotraining.org
Join the "New Product Showcase" and showcase your innovations to a broader audience!
Product Demonstrations will allow you to increase your exposure to more attendees in a more personalized setting. CATO will provide a dedicated room to host 30-minute scheduled demos/presentations for conference attendees to learn about your product/service. The room is set up classroom-style with AV included. If needed, please bring your own computer.
You can make the purchase during the online exhibitor registration process or by contacting us directly at Vendor@catotraining.org at any time before the event.
The coffee stations at our general session are one of the most trafficked areas of the week. Increase your company's visibility by fueling our officers and sponsoring these coffee stations weekly. Your logo will be displayed at each coffee station, ensuring your company remains in the spotlight beyond the vendor tradeshow. All attendees will see this signage, providing extensive brand exposure.
You can make the purchase during the online exhibitor registration process or by contacting us directly at Vendor@catotraining.org at any time before the event.
Increase your company's visibility and make a lasting impact by sponsoring kegs of beer at our two hospitality events. By sponsoring, you help enhance the event experience and increase brand recognition. Your logo will be displayed by the bar at these events, ensuring that your company remains in the spotlight beyond the vendor tradeshow. All attendees will see this signage, as we offer multiple opportunities at these events, which are always crowded, providing extensive brand exposure. Join us at these hospitality events and maximize this networking opportunity.
You can make the purchase during the online exhibitor registration process or by contacting us directly at Vendor@catotraining.org at any time before the event.
Sponsoring one of the six meals provided during the conference will increase your company's visibility and make a lasting impact. By sponsoring, you help enhance the event experience and increase brand recognition. Your logo will be displayed in the dining area, ensuring your company remains in the spotlight beyond the vendor tradeshow. Additionally, each meal sponsor will be able to speak during the meal for 5 minutes. If the sponsor is unavailable, CATO staff will read the agreed-upon message during the sponsored meal.
Make the purchase during the online exhibitor registration process or contact us directly at Vendor@catotraining.org any time leading up to the event.
Increase your company's visibility and impact by sponsoring an attendee. By sponsoring, you help enhance another CATO Member's personal and professional event by helping them with the cost of attendance. This allows some individuals who may not otherwise get to attend.
You may choose to either sponsor the price of single attendee admission for $500 or provide someone with a full sponsorship, which includes lodging and dinner per diem for three nights for $1100. If you want to make a life-changing difference in one of our members' lives, please contact Vendor@catotraining.org to discuss.
Your company name and logo are printed on the more than 1,100 attendee badge lanyards. Lanyards are given to every attendee and must be worn at all times in order for them to enter the exhibit hall, networking events and classrooms. This sponsorship may be split between two exhibitors. If you are interested, contact us at conference@catotraining.org to discuss this further.
Your company name and logo are printed on the hotel key card for every attendee and exhibitor. This opportunity only applies to attendees staying at the host hotel. Only one organization can claim this sponsorship. If you are interested, contact us at Vendor@catotraining.org to discuss this further.
Downloadable PDF: Sponsorship Prospectus