🎨 2026 OAEA State Conference: Vendor & Sponsorship Opportunities
Dates: November 4th–7th, 2026
Location: Cincinnati – Northern Kentucky
We value our vendors as vital partners in the success of the Ohio Art Education Association. We are committed to providing your brand with maximum exposure to our community of dedicated art educators.
This year, we are offering three tiered packages designed to fit your marketing goals, along with a la carte upgrades to customize your experience.
Vendors will be back in a hall this year and you will get to choose your space in the order in which you register.
The registration and payment deadline will be August 1st 2026. Late registrations will not be accepted.
Lastly, if you are an affiliate member, please renew your membership prior to registering for the conference.
🏆 Premium Exhibit Packages
Package 1: The Visionary (Premier Exposure)
Price: $2,925
The ultimate presence for high-volume vendors looking for year-round engagement.
- 🪑🪑 Double Exhibit Space: Two 8’ draped tables. ($1200)
- 🧑🏫🧑🏫 Two In-Person Workshops: 50-minute sessions in a dedicated classroom (can be scheduled back-to-back). ($300)
- 📖 Print Advertising: Full-page ad in the Conference Booklet. ($250)
- 💻 Year-Round Digital: 3 full-page ads in ARTline magazine (Fall, Winter, Spring) ($750) + Website ad with direct link for 3 months. ($300)
- 🛍 Tote Bag Inclusion: Your swag, samples, or coupons in every attendee’s bag. ($125)
- 🌐 Brand Recognition: Logo featured on the OAEA conference marketing webpage.
- 🍤 Invitation to Vendors Welcome/Conference Kick-off Wednesday evening, November 4th, 2026 (time and place tbd.)
- There will be hors d’oeuvres and a bar, and it will be a time to relax and mingle casually with some of our members who arrive that evening.
Package 2: The Collaborator (Most Popular)
Price: $1,850
Perfect for established brands looking for a strong presence and educational engagement.
- 🪑 Single Exhibit Space: One 8’ draped table. ($600)
- 🧑🏫 One In-Person Workshop: 50-minute session included in the main schedule. ($150)
- 📖 Print Advertising: 1/2 page ad in the Conference Booklet. ($200)
- 💻 Year-Round Digital: Three 1/2 page ads in ARTline magazine ($600) + Website ad for 3 months. ($300)
- 🌐 Brand Recognition: Logo on the marketing webpage; option to include a featured photo.
- 🍤 Invitation to Vendors Welcome/Conference Kick-off Wednesday evening, November 19th!
- There will be hors d’oeuvres and a bar, and it will be a time to relax and mingle casually with our members who arrive that evening.
Package 3: The Contributor (Essential Entry)
Price: $1,350
Great for new vendors or those focusing on specific product lines.
- 🪑 Single Exhibit Space: One 8’ draped table. ($600)
- 🧑🏫 One In-Person Workshop: 50-minute session. ($150)
- 📖 Print Advertising: 1/4 page ad in the Conference Booklet. ($150)
- 💻 Digital Presence: Three 1/4 page ads in ARTline magazine and logo on the marketing webpage. ($450)
- 🍤 Invitation to Vendors Welcome/Conference Kick-off Wednesday evening, November 19th!
- There will be hors d’oeuvres and a bar, and it will be a time to relax and mingle casually with our members who arrive that evening