October 27–29, 2026 · New Orleans Marriott

Fall Convention Sponsorships

Put your company in the conversations that matter. EMDA and FEMA sponsorships connect your brand with manufacturers, distributors, independent representatives, and industry partners throughout the convention experience.

Find the Right Way to Participate

Explore the published sponsorship packages below, then contact Celeste to confirm current availability and discuss your goals.

Sponsorship availability can change. The published flyers mark the Company Spotlight, Professional Headshot, and Bon Temps packages as sold out.

Reach both association communities

Joint EMDA & FEMA Sponsorships

Build visibility through shared convention spaces, programming, and communications.

Rise & Shine

$1,000

Joint opening breakfast visibility, with logo recognition in the event, digital, and printed materials and the recognition opportunities described in the published package.

Southern Hospitality

$1,000

Brand a lounge where attendees can relax and network, with logo recognition, event materials, and opportunities for branded giveaways.

Big Easy

$1,000

Repeated exposure in high-traffic areas through logo placement on large vertical signs and recognition across digital and social platforms.

Start conversations

EMDA Networking and Meeting Opportunities

Partners Party F&B Station

$500

Brand a food or beverage station at the networking event, with signage, activation, and direct attendee engagement.

Private Meeting Room

$500

Private meeting space for client meetings or team use, with a listing in the official program. Audiovisual services and food and beverage are extra.

Company Spotlight sessions and Professional Headshot sponsorships are marked sold out in the published EMDA flyer.

October 29, 2026 · Industry Showcase

Showcase Sponsorships

Support the Showcase’s networking experience through game, lunch, and prize recognition.

King of Beads

$350 per booth

Logo on custom tags, event signage and promotional materials, recognition in announcements, and branding tied to the game experience.

Lunch Sponsor

$500 minimum

Branding at the Industry Showcase lunch experience, optional branded materials, announcement recognition, and logo placement in event promotions.

Prize Sponsor

$100

Provide giveaway items or prizes, with recognition during prize drawings and winner announcements.

With appreciation

Thank You to Our Sponsors

We appreciate the companies supporting the convention and helping bring the equipment industry together.

Loftness Specialized Equipment
Farm X
Winamac Coil Spring
Osmundson Mfg. Co.
Kapil
Italian Trade Agency
Muir
Midway
Ferri
Innovative Cloud Solutions

Published Sponsorship Materials

Open each flyer at full size for package details. Contact EMDA to confirm remaining options before booking.

Customized sponsorships are available upon request, as noted in the joint sponsorship materials.

Let’s plan your next connection

Questions About Participating?

Contact Celeste Lindsey, Executive Director, for help with convention participation, the Industry Showcase, or sponsorship opportunities.

2026 Fall Convention Sponsorship Opportunities

October 27–29, 2026 • New Orleans Marriott | New Orleans, Louisiana
EMDA and FEMA have partnered to offer a select number of convention sponsorships that provide exposure to attendees from both associations. These sponsorships offer exceptional visibility throughout the entire convention experience.

Joint Sponsorship Opportunities!

For the first time ever, EMDA and FEMA are offering a select number of joint sponsorships designed to give your brand exposure across both conventions — maximizing your visibility and impact.

Take center stage at the premier gathering for the equipment marketing and distribution industry. Whether you're looking to engage attendees at key events or leave a lasting impression throughout the venue, we’ve got a sponsorship package for you

Promotional flyer for a networking event featuring sponsorship opportunities, highlighting options for partnership at $500, a booked headshot station that is sold out, and a private room sponsor also at $500. The flyer has festive elements with masks and colorful decorations.
Event flyer for an industry showcase and sponsorship opportunities, featuring Mardi Gras theme with masks and beads, scheduled for October 29, 2026. Details on sponsorship packages for booth, lunch, prizes, and recognition.

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

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THANK YOU SPONSORS! 〰️

A promotional flyer for the 2026 EMDA/FEMA Marketing & Distribution Convention taking place from October 27-29, 2026, at the New Orleans Marriott. The flyer highlights sponsorship opportunities, including different tiers with limits, and features a Mardi Gras-themed image with beads and a fleur-de-lis symbol. The flyer emphasizes sponsorship benefits, contact information, and notes that certain sponsorships are sold out or limited.