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2026 Annual Conference Sponsorships

Start
August 23, 2026
End
August 27, 2026
Location
Chicago, Illinois

Registration

1. Presenting Level Sponsor – $10,000.00
• Banner recognition at registration and closing banquet
• Product information or brochures at registration
• Promotional items included in conference gift bags
• Logo recognition and advertisement listing in program/app
• Exhibitor space with two (2) full conference registrations
• 15-minute presentation during a conference session
2. Conference Sponsor – $5,000.00
• Product information or brochures at registration
• Promotional items included in conference gift bags
• Logo recognition and listing in program/app
• Exhibitor space with two (2) full conference registrations
3. Event Sponsor – $2,500.00
(Options include: Coffee/Tea Breaks, Icebreaker, Business Luncheon, Tour Lunches or Snacks, Auction Dinner, Closing Banquet)
• One (1) full conference registration
• On-site event signage with logo recognition
• Logo recognition and listing in program/app
4. Conference Exhibitor – $1,750.00
Gain quality, face-to-face time with conference attendees. (Exhibitor space is limited.)
• 10’ x 10’ exhibit space with one table and two chairs
• Logo recognition and listing in program/app
• One (1) full conference registration
• Discounted additional registrations for guests or a second representative ($500 each)

The Association of Zoological Horticulture (AZH) invites you to partner with us for our 2026 Annual Conference, taking place August 23–27, 2026 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Chicago – Magnificent Mile in Chicago, Illinois.

This annual event brings together more than 100 horticulturists and plant professionals from zoos, botanical gardens, parks, and public gardens across the United States and beyond. Attendees include decision-makers, buyers, and purchasing agents responsible for plant material, supplies, services, and long-term institutional partnerships.

The four-day conference will feature:

Educational presentations from AZH members and local professionals
Behind-the-scenes tours, including Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, and Brookfield Zoo
A welcome icebreaker event
Sponsor reception to give one on one time with attendees
Silent and live auction
Closing banquet dinner

Sponsorship support helps offset conference costs while providing your organization with direct exposure to a highly targeted audience of professionals in the horticulture, public garden, and zoological fields. This is a unique opportunity to build relationships, increase brand visibility, and demonstrate your commitment to the advancement of public horticulture.

We are pleased to offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities, including:

Coffee or tea breaks, the conference icebreaker, business luncheon, tour lunches, or the closing banquet
Transportation for conference tours and off-site events
Sponsorship of tours to Lincoln Park Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, Brookfield Zoo, or other local attractions
Exhibitor space at the conference hotel

Please consider joining us in making the 2026 AZH Annual Conference an exceptional and memorable experience.

Suggested sponsorship levels are outlined below, though we are happy to work with you to create a custom sponsorship opportunity that aligns with your goals. If you have any questions or would like to discuss options, please feel free to contact me at any time.

2018 Association of Zoological Horticulture