The Annual National Conference (ANC) offers a premier opportunity for industry partners to showcase products and solutions for the school market, connect with school nutrition professionals from across the country, and support high‑impact educational programming. Increase your brand visibility and engagement by sponsoring a key component of ANC.
We thank our current ANC sponsors and Gem Club members for their generous support. Sponsorships play a vital role in helping SNA deliver high‑quality education sessions, attract top‑tier speakers, and create a meaningful and memorable conference experience for all attendees.
To learn more about available ANC sponsorship opportunities, please contact Nita Artis, Senior Corporate Sales Specialist.
ANC sponsorship levels are based on total sponsorship investment, including any print or digital branding opportunities. Available levels include:
- Platinum: $50,000+
- Gold: $25,000+
- Silver: $15,000+
- Bronze: $5,000+
- Copper: Below $5,000
Note: Sponsorship opportunities are available only to contracted exhibitors.
2026 Exclusive Sponsorship Packages
CULINARY DEMONSTRATIONS
Culinary Demonstrations provide an opportunity to showcase your latest food products, recipes, techniques, nutrition, and food presentation skills, and offer ways to enhance school meals and increase participation.
- These demos are available to purchase for $4,000 each.
- You must be exhibiting at ANC26 to present a demo.
Contact Crystal Harper-Pierre, Exhibits Sales Manager for more details.
HOTEL ROOM DROPS
Sponsors can drop an item or collateral piece in the rooms of school nutrition operator attendees. Up to two companies each night: Sunday & Monday.
$5,000 per night + associated hotel fees
CONFERENCE TOTE BAG PREMIUM
This affordable opportunity enables you to showcase your company brand or program/product by providing one premium Collateral item to be included in every conference tote bag. (Note that SNA must approve items.)
$3,500—Limited to 10 companies — ONLY THREE SLOTS LEFT!
NEW PRODUCT SHOWCASE
Enhance your visibility with this one-of-a-kind display of the new products, services, and equipment! The showcase will be positioned outside of the Exhibit Hall in a high traffic area and is a quick and effective way to introduce and promote your product to attendees.
What’s next:
- Slots are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Reserve your spot no later than May 30.
SURPRISE & DELIGHT
Be an attention-grabber with an unexpected treat for attendees in the Convention Center. Let us help you create a fun and exciting event for attendees when they least expect it. SNA will help determine the best time and place for your pop-up event to maximize your conference reach.
$5,000 each + associated prep fees
ONSITE BANNERS (PRINT AND DIGITAL)
Extend your conference messaging through advertising on banners available in the Convention Center. Banners vary in size and cost depending on size or location. Artwork due by: Monday, May 4, 2026.
SNF MATCH CARD GAME
Kick off the Exhibit Hall with high energy and high engagement! On opening day, attendees will be invited to visit all ten (10) participating sponsor booths to complete their Match Game Card by collecting initials at each stop. Once completed, they’ll return their card to the Foundation Booth in the Marketplace for a chance to win one of ten complimentary registrations to ANC27!
$2,500—Limited to 10 companies
WATER COOLERS
Quench attendees’ thirst for knowledge and become the exclusive sponsor of our conference water coolers and/or water bottles. Your company’s logo, branding or customized marketing message will be prominently displayed on all conference water coolers and/or water bottles, ensuring maximum exposure throughout the event.
$5,500—Exclusive sponsorship
STAR CLUB BREAKFAST
As the exclusive sponsor of this popular member recognition program, your company will be recognized on the Star Club section of the SNA website and in all promotional material at the state and national levels. Additionally, you will host the popular SNA’s Star Club Breakfast at ANC, which includes recognition on the website, in the mobile app, and at the conference.
$30,000—Exclusive sponsorship or 2 co-sponsors at $15,000 each — ONE SLOT LEFT!
MOBILE APP
Grab the attention of every mobile app user at ANC via your message on the app's home page and in promotional messaging to users. Attendees will think of you every time they reference the app for the most up-to-date conference details.
$15,000—Exclusive Sponsorship–SOLD
FIRST-TIMERS LOUNGE
Like the Major City and District Directors’ lounge, this three-day sponsorship includes company product placement, computer stations with internet access and beverages throughout each day.
$5,000 for 3 days—Exclusive sponsorship—SOLD
GENERAL SESSIONS
Introduce the General Session speaker while your company brand is displayed prominently on the screens as attendees enter the session room. Extended recognition will be visible through listings on the website, mobile app and onsite signage.
$25,000 each—SOLD
DISTRICT DIRECTORS/ SUPERVISOR SECTION MEETING
This special meeting allows peers from districts and schools all over the country to come together to discuss challenges and brainstorm solutions for their school nutrition programs. The sponsor will have the opportunity of introducing the speaker and provide collateral or hand out samples as attendees enter the room. Extended recognition will be received on the ANC website, mobile app and onsite signage.
$5,000—Exclusive sponsorship
COLORING WALL
This interactive space offers a fun, engaging way to connect with attendees while boosting your brand’s visibility. Your company logo and branding will be featured prominently on the wall, creating lasting impressions and offering a unique, hands-on experience for participants. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this colorful opportunity.
$5,000—Exclusive sponsorship
CATCH THE MOMENT PHOTO BOOTH
Immerse your brand in a memorable experience at Catch the Moment, strategically positioned photo booth in the Exhibit Hall for maximum exposure. Every guest will receive a personalized text message, complete with a unique download link, enabling them to instantly capture and share their cherished conference moments on social media. Additionally, they can take home their photos as treasured conference mementos, providing your company with extended visibility and brand exposure.
$7,500—Exclusive sponsorship
OPENING EVENT
Elevate your brand with this amazing opportunity that is set to be an unforgettable and extraordinary experience. Don’t miss out on this chance to showcase your brand and leave a lasting impression and impact on school nutrition professionals!
Limited to 6 non-competing sponsors — ONE SLOT LEFT!
STATE AGENCY LOUNGE
Like the Major City and District Directors’ lounge, this three-day sponsorship includes company product placement, computer stations with internet access and beverages throughout each day.
$5,000 for 3 days—Exclusive sponsorship—SOLD
CONFERENCE WI-FI
Meeting attendees appreciate the opportunity to check their email and correspond with family and friends while away from home at ANC. Attendees will think of you when they access the complimentary conference WI-FI.
$16,000—Exclusive sponsorship - SOLD
EXHIBITOR MAP STRUCTURE
Elevate your brand with this exclusive sponsorship of the ANC Exhibitor Structure, which is an essential tool for all event attendees, guiding them to key exhibitors, products and services. Your logo and branding will be prominently featured on the structure, ensuring that attendees engage with your brand each time they reference it.
$5,000—Exclusive sponsorship-SOLD
PLAN AHEAD!
Future Annual National Conference Locations
2027 | Phoenix, AZ
2028 | Nashville, TN
2029 | Chicago, IL
DIRECTORS’ DIGITAL ALL-ACCESS PASS
During the Directors-Only Exhibit Hall hours, directors will be scrambling to visit the official digital all-access pass sponsor booths for a chance to win a free 2026 SNA conference package (registration to SNIC, LAC and ANC). Ten lucky directors will get a chance to win!
$3,000—Limited to 15 companies—ONLY THREE SLOTS REMAINING!
SHUTTLE BUSES
Attendees ride the shuttle between the official ANC hotels and the Convention Center each day, providing you with a captive audience for your marketing message. Attendees’ attention is focused on your message twice a day, every day. Extended recognition through shuttle bus banners and bus media, if available.
$10,000—Exclusive sponsorship
CONFERENCE KEYCARDS
Place your branding directly in attendees' hands as they check into their hotel, with a custom advertising message on the room keycard. Sponsor will have the opportunity to design the front of the keycard to capture attention and provide maximum exposure as attendees use their keycards multiple times each day during ANC.
$20,000—Exclusive sponsorship—SOLD
MAJOR CITY & DISTRICT DIRECTORS’ LOUNGE
Sponsor the Major City and District Directors’ Lounge on Sunday, Monday and Tuesday. A great branding opportunity, sponsorship includes company product placement, computer stations with internet access and beverages each day. Directors will appreciate the private area to check emails and rest and refresh themselves.
$25,000 for 3 days—Exclusive sponsorship—SOLD
BADGE LANYARDS
Place your logo in the hands of all attendees when you sponsor the official conference lanyards worn by all ANC attendees.
$23,000—Exclusive sponsorship - SOLD
MAJOR CITY DIRECTORS/ SUPERVISOR SECTION MEETING
This special meeting allows peers from districts and schools all over the country to come together to discuss challenges and brainstorm solutions for their school nutrition programs. The sponsor will have the opportunity of introducing the speaker and provide collateral or hand out samples as attendees enter the room. Extended recognition will be received on the ANC website, mobile app and onsite signage.
$5,000—SOLD
GEM CLUB
Stand out at the Annual National Conference (ANC) by joining the Gem Club. This flexible giving program lets companies of any size gain visibility while supporting impactful education, engaging speakers, and memorable experiences for ANC attendees.
Choose Your Level
- Pearl Club – $750: Company name on signage
- Ruby Club – $1,500: Company name in larger font on signage
- Diamond Club – $2,500: Company logo on signage
Recognition at ANC
Annual recognition reflects total contributions:
- $10,000+ · $5,000+ · $2,500+: Company logo
- $1,500+ or below: Company name
Support ANC. Build your brand. Be recognized.
For more information about ANC sponsorship opportunities, contact Nita Artis, Senior Corporate Sales, Industry Success & Patron Program. Plan ahead for future SNA conferences by saving key dates and locations as they become available.