Sponsorship & Exhibiting Opportunities

WASBO invites Service Affiliates to amplify their impact and support public education through our comprehensive 2026–27 sponsorship and exhibiting programs. Built to connect organizations with Wisconsin school business officials, facilities managers, and district decision-makers, this year’s opportunities include new bundled, audience-focused conference packages with a 10% discount across the Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers. Service Affiliates can also choose from high-demand exhibit hall opportunities, individual conference sponsorships, professional recognition awards, scholarship fundraisers, and newly launched tabletop Resource Areas that provide exclusive sponsor networking.
 

These updates were created in response to sponsor feedback. Service Affiliates asked for a simpler, more strategic way to plan sponsorships across the year while gaining stronger access to the WASBO audiences that matter most to their organizations. The new Resource Areas give top sponsors direct networking opportunities at high-value business office, accounting, and administrative conferences where traditional exhibit space has not previously been available. Through these options, sponsors gain targeted visibility while helping keep professional development affordable for school districts, fund vital scholarships, and support outstanding students. Whether your organization is interested in a bundled conference sponsorship package, individual sponsorship, a fundraiser opportunity, a Resource Area, exhibit space, an award, or a scholarship, WASBO can help you select the option that best fits your goals. Email [email protected] for more information!

 

New: 2026-27 Conference Sponsorship Packages

Package Highlights

  • 2026-27 sponsorship year: July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
  • Three audience-based package options.
  • Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum levels available.
  • 10% discount included in package pricing.
  • Includes listed sponsorships, exhibit spaces, resource areas, and golf hole sponsorships.
  • Only available to companies with at least one active Service Affiliate membership!
  • Half of the sponsor fees are due within 30 days of being invoiced. The remaining half of the sponsor fees must be paid in full within 90 days.

Plan Your Annual WASBO Sponsorship Presence in One Step

New 2026-27 Conference Sponsorship Packages include a 10% discount compared to purchasing the included opportunities individually. ONLY AVAILABLE TO COMPANIES WITH AT LEAST ONE ACTIVE SERVICE AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP! 

WASBO is introducing bundled Conference Sponsorship Packages to make annual sponsorship planning easier, more strategic, and more valuable for Service Affiliates. Instead of selecting sponsorships one event at a time, your organization can choose the audience you want to reach and the level of year-round visibility that best fits your goals. Each package is organized around a core WASBO audience: business office professionals, facilities and operations leaders, or cross-functional risk management decision-makers and is available at four sponsorship levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. When you select a sponsorship level, that level carries across the included conferences in your package. Also, all package pricing reflects a 10% overall discount from the full list value of the included sponsorships, exhibit spaces, resource areas, and golf hole sponsorships. Click on the packages below or scroll down to learn more:

  • Business Office Package: Best for organizations serving school business officials, finance teams, accounting professionals, administrative office leaders, and district business operations.
  • Facilities Package: Best for organizations serving school facilities, operations, maintenance, safety, and building management teams.
  • Operations Package: Best for organizations serving business operations, facilities, safety, compliance, insurance, claims, and district risk management.

Business Office Package

Business Office-Focused Visibility Across WASBO Conferences

The Business Office Package is designed for Service Affiliates seeking broad visibility with school business office leaders across WASBO's business-office-focused conferences.

 

Use the form below or click here to sign up for a Business Office Sponsor Package!

 

Included Conferences and Opportunities

* While the exhibitor and golf hole sponsor fees are included with the sponsorship, sponsors still must complete the booth/hole assignment forms on a first-come, first-served basis. 
** Resource Areas limited to ten spots per conference.

 

Business Office Package Rates Full List Value 10% Discounted Package Rate Package Savings
Bronze $7,000 $6,300 $700
Silver $10,000 $9,000 $1,000
Gold $14,000 $12,600 $1,400
Platinum $18,000 $16,200 $1,800

Optional Business Office Add-On: Wisconsin Federal Funding Conference

Add the 2027 Wisconsin Federal Funding Conference, taking place February 1-2, 2027, in Wisconsin Dells, at the same sponsorship level as your Business Office Package.

Business Office Package + Federal Funding Add-On Full List Value 10% Discounted Package Rate Package Savings
Bronze $8,250 $7,425 $825
Silver $12,000 $10,800 $1,200
Gold $17,000 $15,300 $1,700
Platinum $22,000 $19,800 $2,200

 

 

Facilities Package

Visibility with School Facilities, Operations, Maintenance, and Safety Teams

The Facilities Package is designed for Service Affiliates serving school facilities, operations, maintenance, safety, and building management teams. Limited availability for top Midwest Facility Masters sponsorship: Only two spots remain at the Platinum and Gold levels for the Midwest Facility Masters Conference. If Platinum or Gold opportunities sell out before your package is confirmed, package pricing will be adjusted based on the remaining sponsorship inventory.

 

Use the form below or click here to sign up for a Facilities Sponsor Package!

 

Included Conferences and Opportunities

*NOTE: While the exhibitor and golf hole sponsor fees are included with the sponsorship, sponsors still must complete the booth/hole assignment forms on a first-come, first-served basis. 

 

Facilities Package Rates Full List Value 10% Discounted Package Rate Package Savings
Bronze $7,950 $7,155 $795
Silver $10,200 $9,180 $1,020
Gold $13,200 $11,880 $1,320
Platinum $16,200 $14,580 $1,620

Optional Facilities Add-On: Custodial Conference Bundle

Add visibility at all three 2026 Custodial & Maintenance Conference sites. This add-on includes a Silver sponsorship plus one booth at each site.

  • Winneconne Custodial & Maintenance Conference | July 15, 2026 | Winneconne
  • Onalaska Custodial & Maintenance Conference | July 29, 2026 | Onalaska
  • Muskego-Norway Custodial & Maintenance Conference | August 5, 2026 | Muskego-Norway
Facilities Package + Custodial Add-On Full List Value 10% Discounted Package Rate Package Savings
Bronze $14,700 $13,230 $1,470
Silver $16,950 $15,255 $1,695
Gold $19,950 $17,955 $1,995
Platinum $22,950 $20,655 $2,295

 

 

Operations Package

Cross-Functional Visibility Across Business Operations, Facilities, Safety, and Risk

The Operations Package is a cross-functional option for Service Affiliates whose work connects with facilities, safety, operations, compliance, insurance, claims, and school business risk management.

Limited availability for top Midwest Facility Masters sponsorship: Only two spots remain at the Platinum and Gold levels for the Midwest Facility Masters Conference. If Platinum or Gold opportunities sell out before your package is confirmed, package pricing will be adjusted based on the remaining sponsorship inventory.

 

Use the form below or click here to sign up for a Operations Sponsor Package!

 

Included Conferences and Opportunities

* While the exhibitor and golf hole sponsor fees are included with the sponsorship, sponsors still must complete the booth/hole assignment forms on a first-come, first-served basis.
** Resource Areas limited to ten spots per conference.

 

Operations Package Rates Full List Value 10% Discounted Package Rate Package Savings
Bronze $9,200 $8,280 $920
Silver $12,200 $10,980 $1,220
Gold $16,200 $14,580 $1,620
Platinum $20,200 $18,180 $2,020

Optional Operations Add-On: Custodial Conference Bundle

Add the Custodial Conference Bundle, which includes a Silver sponsorship plus one booth at each of the three 2026 Custodial & Maintenance Conference sites.

Operations Package + Custodial Add-On Full List Value 10% Discounted Package Rate Package Savings
Bronze $15,950 $14,355 $1,595
Silver $18,950 $17,055 $1,895
Gold $22,950 $20,655 $2,295
Platinum $26,950 $24,255 $2,695

 

 

Individual Sponsorships

Important Notes

  • Sponsorship does not automatically include exhibit space unless specifically stated.
  • Conference registration, golf, hike, and fundraiser participation may require separate registration.
  • Booth space and sponsor payments are due in full 60 days before the conference.

Sponsor an Individual Conference, Fundraiser, Award, or Scholarship

Sponsor with WASBO to amplify your impact, connect with school business decision-makers across Wisconsin, and support the future of public education. Our diverse range of sponsorship options lets your organization gain visibility and credibility through conferences, programs, awards, and scholarships, while helping keep professional development affordable and recognizing outstanding achievements across the state. Whether you’re looking for maximum exposure or strategic engagement, there’s a level that fits your goals and budget. Our numerous sponsorship opportunities are designed to meet a full range of budget and visibility requirements. WASBO's sponsorships provide numerous benefits to your organization, while helping keep professional development registrations affordable for Wisconsin school districts and offering scholarships to outstanding high school seniors. Conference sponsorships, exhibitor fees, attendee registrations, and fundraiser registrations are separate and not included with the sponsor fees unless they're included in the individual sponsorship or sponsor package description. To ensure a seamless conference and optimal visibility, all sponsorship and exhibitor fees must be settled in full no later than 60 days before the event start date. This 60-day milestone also serves as the final deadline for any cancellation requests. Please note that if payment is not received by the deadline, the sponsorship will be forfeited, and any booth space secured during priority registration will be released for general reassignment. Platinum through Bronze Sponsorships will be accepted up to 30 days before the conference, while Golf Hole Sponsorships will be accepted up to 15 days before the Spring and Fall Fundraisers. During this window, sponsors have five business days from the date they are billed to pay the sponsor fees.

 

Individual Conference Sponsorships

Support a Specific WASBO Conference

Individual conference sponsorships are available for organizations that want to focus their sponsorship visibility on a specific event, audience, or professional area. Sponsorship levels may include recognition in conference promotion, on-site signage, the WASBO GO app, digital ads, name badge identification, exhibitor recognition, and other benefits based on sponsorship level.

Click on the links below to be taken to the conference landing pages to view the sponsorship information:

Sponsorship Level Member Rate Nonmember Rate Best Fit
Platinum Sponsorship $4,000 $4,500 Highest-level visibility and premium conference recognition.
Gold Sponsorship $3,000 $3,500 Strong visibility and deeper conference engagement.
Silver Sponsorship $2,000 $2,250 Mid-level visibility for organizations building recognition.
Bronze Sponsorship $1,250 $1,500 Essential sponsor visibility and support of WASBO programming.
Golf Hole Sponsorship $400 $550 Scholarship fundraiser visibility at a golf hole.

Platinum Sponsor Assets

Pre-Conference Assets

  • Two Attendee Registrations Included
  • Priority Booth Registration (if applicable)
    • Sponsors at this level can select their booths early as part of priority exhibitor registration
    • Sponsors at every level still have to pay for their booth
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Logo on WASBO Website
  • Attendee List for One-Time Use

On-Site Assets - Learn more and see examples in "Explanation of Conference Sponsor Benefits"

  • Homepage Ad on App
  • Event Dashboard Ad  on App
  • Logo on App Splash Page on App
  • Homepage & Event Banner Ad on App
  • Logo on App
  • Priority Listing on Exhibitor List on App (if applicable)
  • Logo on Print Signs (if applicable)
  • Identification on Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Exhibit Booth (if applicable)  

Post-Conference Assets

  • Attendee List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Right of First Refusal 

Gold Sponsor Assets

Pre-Conference Assets

  • One Attendee Registration Included with Sponsorship
  • Priority Booth Registration (if applicable)
    • Sponsors at this level can select their booths early as part of priority exhibitor registration
    • Sponsors at every level still have to pay for their booth
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Logo on WASBO Website
  • Attendee List for One-Time Use

On-Site Assets - Learn more and see examples in "Explanation of Conference Sponsor Benefits"

  • Event Dashboard Ad on App
  • Logo on App Splash Page on App
  • Homepage & Event Banner Ad on App
  • Logo on App
  • Priority Listing on Exhibitor List on App (if applicable)
  • Logo on Print Signs (if applicable)
  • Identification on Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Exhibit Booth (if applicable)  

Post-Conference Assets

  • Attendee List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Right of First Refusal

Silver Sponsor Assets

Pre-Conference Assets

  • Priority Booth Registration (if applicable)
    • Sponsors at this level can select their booths early as part of priority exhibitor registration
    • Sponsors at every level still have to pay for their booth
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Logo on WASBO Website
  • Attendee List for One-Time Use

On-Site Assets - Learn more and see examples in "Explanation of Conference Sponsor Benefits"

  • Homepage & Event Banner Ad on App
  • Logo on App
  • Priority Listing on Exhibitor List on App (if applicable)
  • Logo on Print Signs (if applicable)
  • Identification on Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Exhibit Booth (if applicable)  

Post-Conference Assets

  • Attendee List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Right of First Refusal

Bronze Sponsor Assets

Pre-Conference Assets

  • Priority Booth Registration (if applicable)
    • Sponsors at this level can select their booths early as part of priority exhibitor registration
    • Sponsors at every level still have to pay for their booth
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Logo on WASBO Website
  • Attendee List for One-Time Use

On-Site Assets

  • Logo on App
  • Priority Listing on Exhibitor List on App (if applicable)
  • Logo on Print Signs (if applicable)
  • Identification on Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Exhibit Booth (if applicable)  

Post-Conference Assets

  • Attendee List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Right of First Refusal 

 

Explanation of Conference Sponsor Benefits

Updated benefit: Platinum Sponsorships now include two full conference registrations. Gold Sponsorships now include one full conference registration.

WASBO conference sponsors receive a variety of valuable benefits designed to maximize their engagement and visibility. Depending on the selected tier, sponsorships may include complimentary attendee registrations, with Platinum sponsors receiving two full conference registrations and Gold sponsors receiving one. All sponsors also gain access to priority booth registration, placing them at the front of the line for booth selection based on their sponsorship level and the timestamp of their form submission, though standard booth fees still apply and must be paid 60 days prior to the event. For digital reach, Bronze through Platinum tiers receive valuable sponsor recognition on WASBO Go, the association's mobile app. This includes priority exhibitor listings, rotating banner ads, and splash page logos that link directly back to the sponsor's website, putting their brand directly in the hands of school decision-makers. Finally, to secure future opportunities, current sponsors are granted a Right of First Refusal, giving them priority to renew their sponsorship for the following year based on a streamlined quarterly schedule before the opportunities are opened up to all Service Affiliates.

Priority Booth Registration

For our valued sponsors, the booth selection process is designed to reward your support of WASBO while ensuring a fair system for all vendors. Please review the following details carefully to secure your preferred spot.

How Priority Selection Works

While all exhibitors receive the registration link at 8:00 AM on the morning registration opens, sponsors with Priority Booth Registration benefits are moved to the front of the line.

  • Sponsorship Advantage: WASBO staff uses the timestamp of your Google Form submission in conjunction with your sponsorship level to determine the order of booth selection.
  • Booth Fees: Please note that sponsorship does not waive the booth fee; all exhibitors must pay for their booth space in addition to their sponsorship commitment.

The Registration Process (Google Forms)

Because we utilize a Google Form for intake, the process is not instantaneous.

  • No Automatic Invoicing: You will NOT receive an immediate invoice upon hitting "submit."
  • Manual Processing: Ryan Silvola will manually register each company in the order received. You can expect your official invoice by late next week at the latest.
  • Final Determinations: WASBO reserves the right to make final booth assignments based on sponsorship status, date/time stamp, and proximity of direct competitors.

Critical Deadlines & Requirements

  • Payment Policy: All exhibitor and sponsor payments are due in full 60 days prior to the conference. Failure to meet this deadline will result in the forfeiture of your booth space.
  • Name Badges: Registration for individual exhibitor name badges will not open until one month before the conference.
  • Planning Schedule: Please check the planning schedule on each conference landing page for specific setup and teardown times.

Quick Reference Summary

Item Details
Registration Launch 8:00 AM (via Google Form)
Invoicing Window Manually processed within 7-10 days
Payment Deadline Due in full 60 days before conference (sponsor and exhibitor fees)
Name Badge Opens 30 days before conference

 

If you need assistance, please contact Ryan Silvola. Note: Always refer to the specific conference landing page for the most up-to-date planning schedules.

Sponsor Recognition on WASBO Go

Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze Sponsors will be recognized on the WASBO GO App, WASBO’s Association App. Download it now for free from your phone’s App Store or Google Playstore. Your products and services will now be even more visible to the people who have direct responsibility for purchasing goods and services in Wisconsin school districts – School Business Officials! With advertisements and other recognitions that link directly back to your website, connecting with Wisconsin school decision-makers is now as simple as a click! Service Affiliates can either sponsor WASBO’s conferences or purchase ad space to increase their visibility in the app!

All Ads and Logos Submission Due Date

All ads and logos must be submitted to [email protected] two weeks before the first day of the conference that the Service Affiliate is sponsoring. See below for more information on the ads and logos.

 

Homepage Dashboard Ads for Platinum Conference Sponsors

Platinum sponsors will have clickable homepage ads that will be one of the first items members see when they log onto the app, which members will need to use to access conference and WASBO resources, as WASBO is no longer printing programs.

Ad Dimensions: 1,000 pixels wide x 500 pixels tall, PNG or JPG
Please note you must submit the ad, with the following dimensions along with your company’s website.

 

Event Dashboard Ads for Platinum & Gold Conference Sponsors

Platinum & Gold Sponsors will have rotating ads that will appear at the top of the event dashboards, which every conference attendee will need to utilize to navigate the conference, as WASBO is no longer printing programs.

Ad Dimensions: 1,000 pixels wide x 500 pixels tall, PNG or JPG
Please note that you must submit the ad in the following dimensions, along with your company’s website.

 

Logo on the Event Splash Page for Platinum & Gold Conference Sponsors

Platinum and Gold Sponsors will have their logos on the Event Splash Pages, which will be seen every time an attendee or potential attendee clicks on the event in the mobile app. We will need a high-resolution PNG image of your logo. Please see the example to the left.

Logo Dimensions: High resolution
Please note that you must submit the logo along with your company’s website.

 

Homepage & Event Banner Ads for Platinum, Gold, & Silver Sponsors

Platinum, Gold, & Silver Sponsor Banner Ads will rotate throughout the app and in the event. All of these ads will be displayed on the mobile app the week prior to, the week of, and the week following the conference. Attendees can click on the ads and be taken to your website within the app.

Banner Ad Dimensions: Smartphone: 370 pixels wide x 100 pixels tall
Tablet: 800 pixels wide x 100 pixels tall
Please note you must submit ads for both of the following dimensions along with your company’s website.

 

Sponsor Listing with Logos in App for Platinum, Gold, Silver, & Bronze Sponsors

Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze-level sponsors will be listed as sponsors on the dashboard of every WASBO event in the order of their sponsor level. Attendees can click on your logo and be taken to your website within the app. Please submit your company’s logo and website.

Logo Dimensions: High resolution for Bronze and Above Sponsors

Please note that you must submit the logo along with your company’s website.

 

Priority Listing on Exhibitor List on App forAll Sponsors - Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze & Friend

If Sponsors are also exhibiting at applicable conferences, exhibitors will be listed first by sponsor level, then alphabetically. This means that top sponsors will receive top recognition.

Logo Dimensions: High resolution
Please note that you must submit the logo along with your company’s website.

 

Right of First Refusal

Service Affiliate members who provide sponsorships receive a Right of First Refusal opportunity to sponsor again the following year. To increase efficiency and improve communication between WASBO and Service Affiliate members, we are modifying the Right of First Refusal process from previous years. Right of First Refusal will take place quarterly, per the conference schedule below. This new process enables advanced planning and budgeting for both WASBO and sponsors, as well as greater opportunities for new Service Affiliates to sponsor a professional development opportunity.

If you Sponsored a conference in:   Your Right of First Refusal Deadline to Sponsor the Following Year is:
 January  April 30
 February
 March
 April  July 31
 May
 June
 July  October 31
 August
 September
 October  January 31
 November
 December

After the deadline date has passed, all sponsorships will be made available to all Service Affiliates. Available sponsorships can be found on each conference landing page.

 

Scholarship Fundraiser Sponsorships

Get visibility for your products and services while supporting WASBO's Scholarship Program

WASBO hosts two Scholarship Fundraisers during the Spring and Fall Conferences, with a golf outing and a hike at each. Sponsorship opportunities – such as sponsoring a golf hole — are available! Registrations to golf, hike, attend, or exhibit at WASBO conferences aren't included at any fundraiser sponsorship level. Learn more about the fundraiser sponsorship opportunities below:
  

Hike Shuttle Sponsorship

In-Kind Donation of Services

Gold Sponsor of that Fundraiser and Conference

Hike Shuttle Sponsor Assets

Pre-Fundraiser and Conference Assets

  • Priority Booth Registration at that Conference
    • Sponsors at this level can select their booths early as part of priority exhibitor registration
    • Sponsors at every level still have to pay for their booth
  • Fundraiser and Conference List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Logo on WASBO Website
  • Fundraiser and Conference List for One-Time Use

On-Site Assets - Learn more and see examples in "Explanation of Conference Sponsor Benefits"

  • Event Dashboard Ad on the App
  • Logo on App Splash Page on the App
  • Homepage & Event Banner Ad on App
  • Logo on App
  • Priority Listing on the Exhibitor List and App (if applicable)
  • Logo on Print Signs during Conference and Fundraiser(if applicable)
  • Identification on Conference Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Conference Exhibit Booth (if applicable)

Post-Conference Assets

  • Fundraiser and Conference List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Right of First Refusal 

Golf Beverage Cart Co-Sponsorships

Costs of Sponsorship: Members: $1,250 | Non-members: $1,500

Bronze Sponsor of that Fundraiser and Conference | Four co-sponsors MAX

Golf Beverage Cart Sponsor Assets

Pre-Conference Assets

  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Logo on WASBO Website
  • Fundraiser and Conference List for One-Time Use

On-Site Assets - Learn more and see examples in "Explanation of Conference Sponsor Benefits"

  • Logo on Print Signs (if applicable)
  • Identification on Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Exhibit Booth (if applicable)
  • Standing Recognition

Post-Conference Assets

  • Fundraiser and Conference List for One-Time Use
  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts
  • Right of First Refusal 

 

Golf Hole Sponsorships

Cost per Golf Hole: Members: $400 | Non-Members: $550

Golf Hole Sponsor Assets

Pre-Fundraiser Assets

  • Recognition in Email Blasts

On-Site Fundraiser Assets

  • Logo on Print Signs
  • Option to have up to two reps volunteer at each golf hole
    • If your reps are volunteering:
    • Reps must pay an additional $75 to rent each golf cart
    • Companies must purchase additional golf for each additional set of up to two reps.
    • All golf hole sponsors must bring their own materials (including tables, chairs, and tents) and cannot supply food, beverages, or alcohol to golfers per the policies of both WASBO and the Golf Course.

Conference Assets (only if  reps are registered)

  • Identification on Name Badge (if applicable)
  • Identification at Exhibit Booth (if applicable)

Post-Conference Assets

  • Recognition in Next Issue of WASBO Focus
  • Recognition in Email Blasts

Award & Scholarship Sponsorships

Support Recognition, Professional Growth, and the Future of School Business Leadership

WASBO offers numerous annual awards to honor those who truly go above and beyond in their service to their school district and the profession via our Professional Recognition Program. These awards are an opportunity to showcase WASBO members' contributions to their districts, and to provide the public with a better understanding of the exemplary work WASBO members do to benefit students.Also, WASBO currently awards more than $30,000 in scholarships for undergraduates, graduate students working to obtain their 08 license, and women pursuing their Facilities Manager Core Certification through WASBO University. Learn more about WASBO's Scholarship Program here. Service Affiliate members play a key role in WASBO Professional Recognition and scholarship programs by sponsoring the financial component of the recognition.

Award & Scholarship Sponsor Benefits

  • Digital advertising and recognition on the WASBO GO mobile app during the conference, where recipients are recognized
  • Recognition in WASBO publications
  • Opportunity to present the scholarship or award to the recipient during the conference
  • Potential recognition at the recipient's school scholarship ceremony
  • Special identification at exhibit space
  • Distinction on name badge
  • Recognition at the conference
  • Acknowledgment in the rotating sponsor box on WASBO's website

Exhibiting with WASBO

Exhibitor Planning Notes

  • Exhibit registration is typically processed manually.
  • No automatic invoice is generated immediately upon form submission.
  • Booth assignments are finalized by WASBO.
  • Payments are due in full 60 days before the conference.
  • Name badge registration generally opens one month before the conference.
  • WASBO makes final booth assignments based on sponsorship status, date/time stamp, and proximity of direct competitors.

Build Direct Connections with District Decision-Makers

Become a vital part of Wisconsin’s education community by exhibiting with WASBO across our high-impact conferences. With more than 130 vendors, our Spring Conference & Scholarship Golf Fundraiser offers one of the state’s largest gatherings of school business, operations, facilities, technology, and finance decision-makers. The Midwest Facility Masters Conference brings together facility directors and school operations leaders from multiple states to explore innovations and practical solutions. At the Facilities Management Conference, you’ll meet more than 100 vendors and attendees focused on best practices, certification, and infrastructure. And our Custodial & Maintenance Conferences, held at various locations throughout the year, provide both indoor and outdoor exhibit space—perfect for showcasing everything from tools and equipment to service solutions in settings that enable hands-on demonstrations. Exhibit with WASBO to build relationships, showcase your products to procurement-ready professionals, and deepen your brand’s visibility in the K-12 education operations space. Learn more about exhibiting below! Questions? Email [email protected]!

Exhibit Opportunity Audience Why It Matters
Midwest Facility Masters Conference About 400 facilities directors and operations leaders from across the Midwest High-demand exhibit hall with strong facilities and operations visibility.
Facilities Management & School Safety Conference Facility, operations, maintenance, and safety leaders Strong fit for organizations serving buildings, grounds, safety, compliance, infrastructure, and maintenance.
Spring Conference School business officials and district leaders WASBO's largest exhibitor event of the year with broad district decision-maker reach.
Custodial & Maintenance Conferences Custodial and maintenance personnel across Wisconsin Regional events with indoor and outdoor display opportunities depending on site capacity.

 

WASBO's Annual Spring Conference

350+ school business & facility leaders

2027 Booth Fee: $1,200 for members • $1,500 for non-members

WASBO's Spring Conference is held each year in May. It is WASBO's largest exhibitor event of the year, bringing together more than 130 vendors from many different aspects of school operations. This pipe-and-drape exhibit hall features 8' x 10' exhibitor spaces and dedicated Exhibit Hall time for attendees to interact with solution providers. In addition to exhibiting, there are numerous networking opportunities, including WASBO's Scholarship Golf Outing, as well as sponsorship opportunities to promote further contact with District Professionals. WASBO's Annual Spring Conference and Scholarship Golf Fundraiser brings together more than 350 District Professionals across all operational responsibilities, including facilities, finance, and more. This exhibit hall sells out within hours, so please make sure you're prepared to register the moment General Exhibitor Registration opens!

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Facilities Management
& School Safety Conference

More than 250 facility leaders across Wisconsin

2027 Booth Fee: $1,000 for members • $1,200 for non-members

Held each year around March, facility leaders can join their colleagues from across Wisconsin to learn about trends and innovations in school operations designed specifically for school facility, operations, maintenance, and school business professionals. This two-day educational conference features 23 breakout sessions and an energizing keynote. This conference is also where WASBO recognizes Wisconsin's Custodian & Maintenance Professionals of the Year and features a pipe-and-drape exhibit hall where service affiliates can showcase their products and services. The exhibit hall features 8' x 8' exhibitor spaces and dedicated Exhibit Hall time for attendees to interact with solution providers. In addition to exhibiting, numerous sponsorship opportunities are available to increase your organization's visibility. The exhibit hall sells out within hours, so please make sure you're prepared to register the moment General Exhibitor Registration opens!

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Midwest Facility Masters Conference

About 400 facility leaders from across the Midwest

2026 Booth Fee: $1,200 for members • $1,500 for non-members

Every late October, the Midwest Facility Masters Conference brings together facilities directors, school operations managers, and school business professionals from a multi-state region to gain a new perspective on technology, processes, and best practices for school facilities.  Join about 400 leaders from Wisconsin, Minnesota, Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, and Missouri in our exhibit hall with over 130 exhibitors. This pipe-and-drape exhibit hall features 8' x 10' exhibitor spaces and dedicated Exhibit Hall time for attendees to interact with solution providers. In addition to exhibiting, there are numerous sponsorship opportunities that will increase your organization's visibility. View more information on sponsorship. The 2025 exhibit hall SOLD OUT IN TWENTY MINUTES, so please make sure you're prepared to register the moment General Exhibitor Registration opens!

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Custodial & Maintenance Conferences

Exhibit with WASBO all summer at regional conferences!

One 2026 exhibit space at one conference is $305

WASBO's Custodial & Maintenance Conferences are typically offered two to four times each summer.  The locations for each conference are held at different schools, and are moved to different regions of the state over the course of several years to allow participation from every district across Wisconsin. Each conference is unique and programmed by the district staff hosting the event in concert with WASBO's Facilities Committee. The emphasis is on practical, hands-on knowledge that custodial and maintenance personnel can implement in their respective districts. Both indoor and outdoor exhibit opportunities (with single and double booth spaces) are available to display and demonstrate larger equipment. The number of vendors varies by site due to space constraints and typically ranges from 20 to 30 organizations. Each Custodial & Maintenance Conference draws custodial and maintenance personnel from the region. Attendance can range from 125 to 300 or more, depending on the location of the conference.

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New: Resource Areas at Fall, SBOP & Accounting

A Focused Tabletop Networking Opportunity for Top Sponsors

Resource Area access is available exclusively to Gold and Platinum sponsors, with a maximum of 10 Gold/Platinum sponsors per conference.

WASBO is adding Resource Areas to three conferences that previously did not have this type of sponsor networking space. These Resource Areas are designed to create a streamlined networking hub where sponsors can connect with attendees during breaks and conference transition times. This is not a traditional large exhibit hall. Instead, it will be a more focused tabletop opportunity that encourages conversation, visibility, and relationship-building. Because space is limited, access to the Resource Area will be available exclusively to Gold and Platinum sponsors, with a maximum of 10 Gold/Platinum sponsors per conference.

Sign up for a top conference sponsorship using these links:

  • Fall 2026 Sponsor Form
  • SBOP 2026 Sponsor Form
  • Accounting 2027 Sponsor Form

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    Conference Dates Location Resource Area Format
    Fall Conference October 8-9, 2026 Elkhart Lake Focused tabletop networking area
    School Business Office Professionals Conference December 10-11, 2026 Wisconsin Dells Focused tabletop networking area
    Accounting Conference March 3-4, 2027 Wausau Focused tabletop networking area

    What is Included in the Resource Area?

    • One tabletop space in a high-traffic hallway area
    • Two chairs
    • Identification sign on the table
    • Applicable sponsor recognition and benefits
    • Attendee list
    • Digital and print sponsor visibility
    • Included conference registrations based on sponsorship level

    Resource Area Display Guidelines

    To keep the Resource Areas consistent, welcoming, and fair for all sponsors, each sponsor space must stay within a strict 8-foot footprint.

    • Plan for a clean, tabletop-style setup.
    • Large pop-up backgrounds or oversized displays are not included.
    • Pipe and drape are not included.
    • Electricity and extra booth utilities are not included.

    Think of this as a conversation-focused networking space: your table, your materials, and meaningful time with WASBO attendees.