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Technical and Manufacturing Conference

June 30–July 2, 2026 |  Downtown Minneapolis, MN

WDMA’s Technical and Manufacturing Conference is WDMA’s flagship conference, built to connect WDMA members and suppliers and provide an open space for collaboration. With engaging networking events led by thought leaders and an unbeatable lineup of technical and manufacturing education sessions, this conference stands out as the most innovative, can't-miss opportunity for industry participation.

Who Attends

165+

Attendees

105

unique companies in attendance

90%

are decision-makers for their company

43%

are first-time attendees

Top Reasons to Exhibit and Sponsor

  • Branding and Positioning: Position yourself among leaders in the fenestration industry.
  • Lead Generation: Meet and network with high-level industry executives.
  • Establishing Credibility: Shine a spotlight on your products or services by delivering a strong message straight to your buyers.
  • Creating Awareness: Raise your profile and get your brand, product, or service in front of key decision-makers.

Exhibit Booth Packages

Booth Package Inclusions:

  • One (1) 6-foot skirted table and two (2) side chairs
  • One (1) complimentary registration
  • Logo recognition on conference website and onsite signage
  • Post-show attendee list (no email or phone)
  • Exhibitor-designated ribbons for all company employees on meeting badges
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Sponsorship Opportunities

Build your brand beyond the booth.

Pair your exhibit booth with one or more of our sponsorship opportunities to take your Technical & Manufacturing Conference 2026 participation to the next level.

Sponsored Experiences

Breakfast Sponsor — $5,000 | 2 Available

Have your company name visible as people enjoy coffee and breakfast before a day of educational sessions and networking events. Sponsorship includes signage and coffee sleeves with your company logo.

Lunch Sponsor — $5,000 | 2 Available

Feature your brand during the midday networking break. Includes signage in the dining area and branded napkins with your logo for maximum visibility.


Reception Sponsor — $5,000 | Exclusive

Sponsor the Welcome Reception to show your support of the fenestration industry. Benefits include signage, branded napkins, and promotion on the conference agenda and mobile app. Reception to be held on Tuesday evening (subject to change). This event is open to all attendees.

Coffee Break — $2,500 | 3 Available

Make attendees happy and associate that happiness with your company by sponsoring one of the coffee breaks during the 2026 Technical Conference.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Opportunity to provide giveaways, invitations, or literature at the coffee break
  • Sponsor acknowledgement on prominent signage at the coffee break
  • Sponsor acknowledgement with logo in the mobile app, on the Technical Conference website, and on slides at the conference sessions
Educational Session — $1,500 | 5 Available

Educate Convention attendees on your company's current product(s) and/or service(s) by sponsoring a joint educational session. Sponsor will receive 10-minutes to speak on their desired topic during this collaborative educational session. Sponsor is responsible for providing WDMA with any desired presentation slides ahead of the conference. WDMA recommends that session content focuses on your company’s leadership and what expertise you can provide to attendees. 

Passport to Prizes — $300 | 8 Available

Drive traffic to your booth and generate company recognition with the Passport to Prizes program. TechCon attendees receive a “passport” game card listing all participating companies in their registration bag. Each sponsor is responsible for purchasing their own giveaway prize with a minimum value of $100 and bringing it to the conference. Attendee must be present at the time of drawing with prize.

Sponsored Collateral

Drinkware Sponsorship — $7,500 | Exclusive

Provide attendees with drinkware branded with your company's logo in every attendee registration bag. Sponsorship also includes branded logos on water stations.

Chair Drop — Diamond & Platinum Corporate Sponsor Benefit

Reach a highly engaged audience by sponsoring the general session gift giveaway. Your branded gifts will be delivered and placed at each seat by your team in a session known for strong attendance, creating a memorable connection with attendees.

Want to receive a chair drop? Learn more about being a WDMA Corporate Sponsor.

Tote Bag — $7,500 | Exclusive

Distributed at the registration desk, the very popular tote bag is used to carry literature and giveaways every day of the conference. Purchasing this sponsorship entitles you to add your company logo (1 logo; 1 color) to this prominent piece that is sure to be used during and after the conference.

Hotel Room Drop — $5,000 | 2 Available

Reach a high volume of attendees by sponsoring the hotel room drop. Your branded gifts will be delivered to each attendee room, making a lasting first impression on guests.

Hotel Key Cards — $5,000 | Exclusive

Be the first brand attendees see when they arrive and the one they carry with them throughout their stay. Customized hotel key cards showcase your logo daily, providing repeated exposure every time participants access their rooms or hotel facilities.

Lanyards — $4,000 | Exclusive

Co-brand the lanyards provided to all attendees. Ensure your brand is worn by every attendee throughout the conference.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Sponsor acknowledgement with logo on the event website
  • Co‑branded lanyard
Shuttle Bus — $2,500 | Exclusive

Gain brand visibility by sponsoring conference shuttles. Wrap the shuttle with your company logo and let your brand be front and center on all scheduled trips to and from Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown.

Padfolio — $3,500 | Exclusive

Give attendees a place to take notes during education sessions. The attendee padfolio will be co-branded with the WDMA logo.

Sponsored Digital Advertisement

Conference Wi‑Fi — $4,000 | Exclusive

Be seen when attendees connect to the wi-fi network onsite at the 2026 Technical & Manufacturing Conference.

Sponsorship Includes:

  • Custom SSID name and password that can feature all or part of company or brand name (subject to approval)
  • Sponsor acknowledgement with logo in the mobile app, on the Technical Conference website, and on slides at the conference sessions
Mobile App Push Notifications — $400 | 6 Available

Reach all attendees with a direct notification to their mobile device. Content subject to WDMA approval.