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Sponsors and Vendors

2026 ALBUG Fall Conference Sponsorship Registration is NOW OPEN

Secure your preferred sponsorship level early and position your company
in front of higher education decision-makers from across Alabama.
Premium opportunities are limited and assigned by registration order.

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November 11–13, 2026 • Florence, Alabama

We invite you to join us as an exhibitor at one of the most exciting and engaging higher education technology conferences in Alabama—and possibly in the Southeastern United States! Our three-day event is packed full of learning, collaboration, and networking. We are excited about this conference and the benefits that it will offer to higher education in Alabama. We want this conference to be a success and your sponsorship would be a great help.

Our 2026 Fall Conference will be held on November 11-13, 2026, in Florence, Alabama.

Who attends the ALBUG Conference?

The Alabama Banner Users Group (ALBUG) consists of higher education professionals across the entire campus.  From IT/Technical, Finance, Financial Aid, Human Resources, and Student, ALBUG conference attendees represent all areas of higher education administration.

Benefits of Exhibiting

  • Access to a highly-engaged group of higher education professionals focused on using technology to better serve their students
  • Networking events to meet current and future clients
  • Showcase your products and services in breakout sessions
  • Increase brand awareness through marketing opportunities at meals and general sessions
  • Full suite of exhibitor tools, including lead generation, through the ALBUG Conference app powered by Whova

ALBUG Conference Sponsorship Opportunities

All conference sponsors will receive the following:

  • Mention and thank-you by ALBUG Leadership during opening general session.
  • Company logo and sponsor recognition on ALBUG website.
  • Company logo and sponsor recognition on signage at conference.
  • Access to full suite of exhibitor tools, including lead generation, gamification, interaction with attendees and more, through the ALBUG Conference app powered by Whova.
  • Table to display promotional materials in the exhibitor area.
  • Complimentary wireless Internet access.
  • Complimentary conference registration fees covered for one or two staff members, depending upon sponsorship level. Additional staff registration available at $435 per person.
  • Access to all ALBUG conference events, including Wednesday night welcome reception, meals, and sessions for registrations covered by sponsorship fees or individually paid registrations.
  • List of conference attendees prior to or after conference upon request.

Sponsorship Levels

Platinum Sponsorship $4,000 ·Five minute opening introduction at the general session.

·Company logo on banner in ALBUG Conference mobile app

·Sponsor of either welcome reception or one meal (limited; assigned by registration order)

·Two breakout sessions will be available to present your company’s product(s) and services

·Complimentary conference registration for two staff members

Gold Sponsorship $3,000 ·One break sponsorship (limited; assigned by registration order)

·Two breakout sessions will be available to present your company’s product(s) and services

·Complimentary conference registration for two staff members

Silver Sponsorship $2,000 · One breakout session will be available to present your company’s product(s) and services

· Complimentary conference registration for one staff member

Secure Your Spot as a 2026 ALBUG Sponsor Now!

Sponsor Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where should I mail payments to ALBUG?

Our mailing address for payments is:

      • Alabama Banner Users Group
        • Attn: Chuck Hunt
        300 Lem Morrison Drive
        Auburn, AL 36849
  • When will we be able to setup and tear down our exhibits?

Exhibitors will be able to setup exhibits starting Wednesday, November 11th at 12:00pm. Tear Down should start after the conference ends (approximately noon) on Friday, November 13th.

Will Electricity be available at the exhibitor area?

Yes, ALBUG will provide a 110V AC outlet for each vendor table. Please contact the hotel for additional information.

Will Internet be available at the exhibitor area?

Wireless Internet service will be available throughout the entire conference area.

Can a vendor ship materials to the conference site?

Yes, vendors may ship materials directly to the conference site.

Please ship items to:
Renaissance Shoals Resort
Attn: Jennifer Cammarata / ALBUG 2026
10 Hightower Place
Florence. AL 35630

Packages should arrive no earlier than two days prior to the conference as limited storage is available.  To ship items back out at the conclusion of the conference, vendors will need to have a shipping label.  Vendors should pack and label their boxes and schedule a pickup with Fedex or UPS on the last day of the conference.

Should vendors register for the conference?

Separate registration is not required for the complimentary conference registrations included in your sponsorship package. At the time of sponsor registration, you may provide the attendee information for those included staff members.

Additional attendees beyond those included in your sponsorship package may be added during sponsor registration for $435 per person.

Additional sponsor company representatives may also register later through the conference registration page by selecting the non-member conference attendee option.

Could a vendor attend the Wednesday night reception, sessions, or other meals?  

Yes, sponsorship includes access to all conference meals and sessions.

Will Audio/Visual equipment be available for vendor sessions?

Yes, audio/visual equipment (projector/screen and sound system in larger rooms) will be available for use by sponsors for presentations.

What is the cancellation/refund policy for sponsorships?

Cancellations of sponsorships must be requested in writing. All refunds are subject to a $100 processing fee. Cancellations must be received 60 days prior to the start of the conference. No refunds can be processed within 60 days to the start of the conference.