Join us as a 2026 Ohio GFOA exhibitor and gain direct access to public finance leaders while strengthening your brand’s presence within the public sector community.

Fees
The cost to exhibit is $1,100 per table. After July 7^th, the fee increases to $1,200. The cost includes one (1) vendor luncheon ticket. (Ohio GFOA will recognize each company at the Vendor Luncheon on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Kindly plan to send at least one representative to the luncheon for recognition.)

• Additional Lunch Ticket: $35 per person.

• Wednesday Welcome Reception: $75 per person.

Specifications
Booths will be assigned according to the date the application is received and the sponsorship level.  The following is included: 

• Full day of exhibition time.

• One (1) complimentary vendor luncheon ticket.

• Single 6X8 table with two chairs.

• Recognition in the conference mobile app.

• Complimentary list of names of conference attendees, following the conference.

• Opportunity to interact with Ohio GFOA members.

Forms
To request electricity, Internet, audio-visual needs, etc., please click here.  Click here for hotel shipping & receiving information. 

Conference Registration
In addition to exhibiting, vendors will be able to register for the conference at a special rate of $230/members and $330/non-members.  The conference registration covers your admission to ALL conference sessions, ALL meal functions and ALL social events (excluding Welcome Reception). The registration will provide you with an additional opportunity to mingle and meet conference attendees.  This is a separate registration. When the conference registration becomes available, you will be required to complete a registration form detailing each event you wish to attend.

Hotel Accommodations
Take advantage of our special conference rate of $235 per night (plus taxes) for attendees. Reservation deadline is Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Rooms and rates are limited after this date—act quickly!
Don’t miss out—reserve your room today!

Exhibit Location, Date and Times

o   Location:  

o   Early Set-Up: Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

o   Exhibit Hours: Thursday, October 1, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. - 4:20 p.m. 

o   Tear Down: Thursday, October 1, 2026, beginning at 4:20 p.m.

Conference App Exhibitor Passport Feature

The Exhibitor Passport is an interactive feature designed to increase exhibitor visibility and attendee engagement by encouraging attendees to visit exhibitor booths. This program helps exhibitors drive booth traffic, generate qualified leads, and create more meaningful interactions with conference participants.

The Passport operates as a digital or physical “scavenger hunt,” where attendees collect stamps or check-ins from participating exhibitors to qualify for prizes or incentives. As part of the contract for exhibit space, exhibitors agree that any booth gifts, prizes, take-aways, or promotional items provided to Annual Conference attendees may not exceed a value of $25 per item.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations for exhibit space and/or conference registration before Tuesday, September 1, 2026 will be charged a $50.00 service fee.  No Refunds issued, for cancellations or no-shows, after September 1, 2026. Advanced payment required in order to participate.

Confirmation

Each applicant for exhibit space will receive confirmation of receipt of application. All other arrangements, (i.e., rented equipment, electric, shipping, etc.) should be communicated with the Hotel directly.

Questions

Please contact Kayla O’Shelski, Exhibitor Coordinator, at (614) 221-1900 ext. 221, or email [email protected].  

Become an Exhibitor Today!

(Click on the link above. If you are not a member, instead of logging in at the top, you will go to the bottom section, “Potential sponsors, future members, and other friends of Ohio GFOA,” put in your email and click register. You can then complete the online sponsorship form, attach your logo file, and submit payment.)