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⭐ Put Your Brand in the Spotlight at the 2026 OAPN Conference

Connect directly with performing arts presenters, booking decision-makers, artists, agents, and arts leaders from across Ohio and the surrounding region. Your sponsorship puts you in front of the people who program performances, book artists, and build audiences for theaters and community venues.

Sponsorship options are on a first-come first-serve basis. You may either purchase by credit card using the hyperlinks below, or email Jessica Rosenblatt at [email protected] to reserve the sponsorship by requesting an invoice.

All sponsorships are final upon payment. Deadline for ads is September 6, 2026. 

A private VIP/SPONSOR RECEPTION will be held on
Sunday, October 18 from 9 pm – Midnight.

All sponsors at the $500 level and higher
will receive a special invite to attend. 

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Headliner Sponsor | $10,000 (1 Avail.)

This is the highest-visibility sponsorship at the conference. Put your organization front and center at the 2026 OAPN Conference—with unmatched visibility, direct access to decision-makers, and top billing across our most high-impact moments.

YOU RECEIVE:

  • 4 Complimentary Conference Registration
  • 10-minute speaking opportunity during Opening Night Reception, during Juried Showcase, or other Key Event  -OR-  Up to 3 minute video commercial running continuously on Fitton Center TV screens and commercial played before each night of the juried showcases
  • Sponsor feature on Conference website page
  • 2 Full-page ads in the Conference Program Book
  • Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)
  • Logo prominently displayed on all banners, signage, and step-and-repeat
  • Recognition in all Conference-related materials, email campaigns, and press
  • Optional: Complimentary Exhibit Hall Booth

    Email [email protected] with questions

    Spotlight Sponsor – $5,000

    Options:

    Other, pitch us an idea!

    PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SESSION (SOLD OUT): 
    🌟 STOCKER ARTS CENTER
    🌟 HAPPY PATH MARKETING

     

     

    Be featured during one of the conference’s most visible events while building real connections with presenters, artists, agents, and decision-makers throughout the conference.

    YOU RECEIVE:

    • 2 Complimentary Conference Registrations
    • 5-minute speaking opportunity during Opening Night Receptions, Closing Night Party or other key event
    • Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)
    • Logo on banners, signage, and step-and-repeat
    • Full-page ad in the Conference Program Book
    • Recognition in Conference materials, email campaigns, and press
    • Sponsor feature on Conference website
    • Optional: Complimentary Exhibit Hall Booth

    Email [email protected] with questions

    Feature Sponsor – $2,500

    Options:

    • OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION (2): BUY NOW

      Make the first impression—sponsor the Opening Night Reception and be front-and-center welcoming new artists, agents, and presenters at OAPN2026

      Make the final impression—sponsor the Closing Night Reception and be the final name everyone sees before they depart.

      Other, pitch us an idea!

        🌟 EMERGING JURIED SHOWCASE ARTIST PROGRAM: SOLD – MALTZ PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

        SPONSORED LUNCHES

           🌟 Monday Sponsor – SOLD: SWEETWOOD CREATIVE | THE WONDER BREAD YEARS

           🌟 Tuesday Sponsor – SOLD: LAKE ERIE ILLUSIONS

        🌟 OPENING NIGHT RECEPTION BAR: SOLD – VBO TICKETS

        🌟 ALL DAY COFFEE, TEA & COCKTAIL BAR SPONSOR: SOLD – LUDUS

        🌟 EXHIBIT HALL: SOLD – AMAZ ENTERTAINMENT

        The Feature Sponsorship offers consistent visibility across the conference while supporting key programs, networking moments, and shared experiences.

        YOU RECEIVE:

        • 1 Complimentary Conference Registration
        • Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)
        • Logo on step-and-repeat and banner outside theater
        • Full-page ad in the Conference Program Book
        • Recognition in Conference materials, emails, and press
        • Optional: Complimentary Exhibit Hall Booth

        Email [email protected] with questions

        Event Sponsor – $1,000

        Options:

        • Other, pitch us an idea!

        🌟 LANYARDS: SOLD – GPG TOURING

        🌟 CONFERENCE BAGS: SOLD – ULTRA ARTISTS

        🌟 ANNUAL OAPN MEETING & AWARDS CEREMONY: SOLD – OHIO CONTMPORARY BALLET

        🌟 REGISTRATION BOOTH: SOLD – MAGIC ROCKS! Illusionist Leon Etienne

        🌟 MOBILE APP: SOLD – BILL BLAGG |  MAGIC & ILLUSION

         

        A highly visible sponsorship tied to the physical and digital items every attendee uses during the conference. Your brand, everywhere attendees are—seen, used, and remembered.

        YOU RECEIVE:

        • Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)
        • Logo on step-and-repeat and banner 
        • 1/2-page ad in the Conference Program Book
        • Recognition in Conference materials, emails, and press

        Email [email protected] with questions

        Full-Page Prime Conference Program Ad – $750

        Options:

        🌟 INSIDE FRONT: SOLD – MAGIC ROCKS! Illusionist Leon Etienne

        🌟 INSIDE BACK: SOLD – ECE TOURING

        🌟 BACK COVER: SOLD – MARCATO ARTISTS

        Your full-page ad, designed by you, will appear in a prime location in our 2026 printed Conference Program. This program serves as both an essential conference resource and a keepsake attendees keep and reference for years to come.

        YOU ALSO RECEIVE:

        • Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)
        • Logo on banners and step-and-repeat at your sponsored event
        • Recognition in Conference materials and email campaigns

        Email [email protected] with questions

        Program Ad Sponsor – $300 – $500

        Options:

        Example: Full-color Program Ad in printed conference program

        YOU ALSO RECEIVE:

        • $500 Full-Page Ad Receives Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)

        Email [email protected] with questions

        Bag Stuffer – $500

          We will stuff a product of your choice into all OAPN Conference Bags (pens, notepads, mints, etc). We ask that you mail us your logo’d piece prior to the conference. If you would like OAPN to create the item for you, we will tag on the cost of the product to the $500 bag stuffing fee. 

          YOU ALSO RECEIVE:

          • Invite to Private VIP Reception (complimentary drinks & food at upscale location)

          Email [email protected] to reserve your spot and item

          ANNUAL SPONSORS

          PLATINUM SPONSOR

          Lemon Grenade logo

          DIAMOND SPONSORS

          Lemon Grenade logo
          Lemon Grenade logo
          Lemon Grenade logo

          GOLD SPONSORS

          Lemon Grenade logo
          Lemon Grenade logo

          MAIN STAGE SPONSORS

          Lemon Grenade logo
          Lemon Grenade logo

          FRIEND SPONSORS

          Generous funding provided by

          Ohio Arts Professionals Network
          P.O. Box 1824
          Cleveland, OH 44106
          (614) 219-9965
          [email protected]