Put Your Organization at the Heart of Career Pathways
Connect with education and workforce professionals who are building stronger pathways to employment and economic opportunity.
NCPN Connect 2027 brings colleagues from across the country to the Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk, February 18–20. As a sponsor, your organization will gain visibility before and during the conference while supporting the connections that move career pathways forward.
Attendee Interests
- Career Exploration, Development, and Guidance
- Career Pathways/Adult Career Pathways
- Certification/Credentials
- College and Career Readiness
- Connections between Mental Health and Career Development
- Contextualized Learning
- Curriculum for Secondary and Postsecondary Educators
- Educational Training Equipment/Technology Labs
- Integrated Education and Training (IET)
- Latest Trends in Technology for Teaching
- Supporting Special Populations
- Trends in STEM Education
- Using AI in the Classroom
- Workforce Development
Attendee Profile
NCPN Connect draws an average of 400 attendees.
Choose Your Sponsorship
Put Your Brand Where Connections Happen
From conversations over breakfast to ideas shared at the keynote luncheon, NCPN Connect creates opportunities for your organization to connect with education and workforce leaders. Choose the sponsorship that puts your brand at the center of those moments.
Platinum Sponsor – $7,500
Take a leading role as sponsor of Friday’s luncheon and keynote. Welcome attendees with a two-minute message and bring your organization into one of the conference’s signature gatherings. Double-sized exhibit space is included, subject to availability.
Gold Sponsor – $5,000
Start the day with your brand on the menu. Sponsor a Friday or Saturday breakfast and welcome attendees as they gather for conversation and the day ahead.
Silver Sponsor – $2,500
Be part of the conversations between sessions. As a break sponsor, your organization gains visibility where attendees pause to reconnect with colleagues and make new introductions.
Every level includes tabletop exhibit space with Wi-Fi, two full conference registrations, and sponsor recognition in conference marketing, social media, the website, and the conference app.
| Sponsorship Benefits | Silver $2,500 | Gold $5,000 | Platinum $7,500 |
| Tabletop exhibit space with Wi-Fi |  | | |
| Two full conference registrations | | | |
Sponsor Recognition
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| Break sponsorship | | ||
| Breakfast sponsorship–Friday or Saturday | | ||
| Friday luncheon and keynote sponsorship | | ||
| Two-minute message during the luncheon | | ||
| Double-sized exhibit space, subject to availability | |
Payment is expected at the time of registration. If paying by check or purchase order, the PO must be received within 10 days of registration and payment within 30 days. Full payment must be received by January 18, 2027, to retain your exhibit space. After January 18, payment is required at registration.
Important Deadlines for Sponsors
- November 15, 2025 – Early Commitment Deadline
Secure your sponsorship by this date for maximum exposure in pre-conference promotions. - January 15, 2026 – Printed Materials Deadline
Commit by this date to guarantee your logo is included on signage, the printed program, and other conference materials. - February 6, 2026 – Final Sponsorship Deadline
Last opportunity to be recognized as a sponsor for NCPN CONNECT 2026.
Ready to take the next step? Your next great partnership starts here.
Become a Sponsor and Download the Sponsor Prospectus (PDF)
CONTACT
Contact Liz Ahlers at ahlers@cord.org.