Attendee Engagement
Boost attendee engagement at the 2026 Annual Meeting and improve your brand visibility by sponsoring attendee lunches, coffee breaks, the Millennium Society Donor Lounge, and popular events!
Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, 2026, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee.
1. Attendee Lunch Co-Sponsor
3 AVAILABLE | $30,000 – or – EXCLUSIVE | $80,000
Support hungry attendees at the 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO.
This is the only unopposed daily time where all attendees gather. All attendees are invited to break from their sessions and receive a free lunch in the exhibit hall. Show your support while promoting your brand by purchasing this sponsorship.
Lunch sponsor(s) will be listed in the mobile app, on the conference website, and will have visible signage in the lunch area. Logo branded recognition will appear on napkins. The sponsor will be included in the lunch reminder push notification, as well as in various pre-conference promotions.
Saturday, October 17 • 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Sunday, October 18 • 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Monday, October 19 • 12:00 – 1:00 pm
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
2. Exhibit Hall Coffee Breaks
5 AVAILABLE | $25,000 – or – DAILY EXCLUSIVE | $40,000
Attendees will welcome a fresh cup of coffee or tea during their time in the OTO EXPO.
Logo placement will add even greater visibility to this high-impact sponsorship, along with recognition as the supporting sponsor in a mobile app push notification sent to all attendees announcing the complimentary beverage break.
Coffee breaks will be hosted within the exhibit hall, with sponsorship recognition displayed at each station. In addition, the sponsor will receive recognition in the mobile app, on the conference website, and across select pre-conference promotions, complemented by prominent on-site signage at all beverage stations.
Saturday, October 17 • Morning Break | Afternoon Break
Sunday, October 18 • Morning Break | Afternoon Break
Monday, October 19 • Morning Break
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
3. Exhibit Hall Popcorn Breaks
5 AVAILABLE | $10,000 – or – DAILY EXCLUSIVE | $20,000
Follow the smell of popcorn into the exhibit hall!
A popcorn cart can be placed near your exhibit booth during a designated time to help draw people to your location. The sponsor will be acknowledged in a push notification through the mobile app alerting every attendee about the free popcorn break offered in the OTO EXPO. Additionally, the sponsor will be included in the mobile app, on the conference website, and in various pre-conference promotions, alongside prominent signage at the stations.
Your company logo will appear on signage posted by popcorn cart.
Saturday, October 17 • Morning Break | Afternoon Break
Sunday, October 18 • Morning Break | Afternoon Break
Monday, October 19 • Morning Break
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
4. Millennium Society Donor Lounge
EXCLUSIVE | $15,000
By prominently featuring your logo in the lounge, your brand will be showcased before AAO-HNS/F leadership, donors, and physicians.
The Millennium Society Donor Lounge serves as a quiet and exclusive gathering place for influential and dedicated members who have contributed to the AAO–HNS Foundation in support of our mission. Sponsoring the Millennium Society Donor Lounge offers an unparalleled opportunity for brand awareness.
This opportunity is truly a fantastic way to connect with our VIP visitors and expand your brand’s exposure within the otolaryngology world! The lounge will be prominently located in the Los Angeles Convention Center.
Sponsor will be recognized and listed where Millennium Society Donor Lounge is listed throughout the mobile app and website as well as visible signage outside the room.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
Please note that sponsorship does not include registration. Every corporate representative and speaker is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times.
5. Opening Ceremony
2 AVAILABLE | $25,000 – or – EXCLUSIVE | $45,000
This important event kicks off the 2026 Annual Meeting and energizes the audience.
Join us as we open the AAO–HNSF 2026 Annual Meeting & OTO EXPO in Los Angeles with the Opening Ceremony held at the Los Angeles Convention Center on Saturday, October 17 at 8:00 am. This important event kick-starts the Annual Meeting and energizes the audience. The ceremony—featuring Academy leaders, Presidential Citation recipients, and inspirational videos showcasing members—is the place to see and be seen, to greet longtime friends, and connect with new colleagues.
Sponsors will be acknowledged and listed wherever the Opening Ceremony is mentioned throughout the mobile app, conference website, and event reminder push notifications. Sponsors will receive recognition in the "Know Before You Go" emails sent to all attendees. Additionally, sponsors will have visible signage outside the room and will be recognized on the welcome slides as attendees enter. Sponsors will also be offered the opportunity to have a table at the event, where they can bring their branded table skirt and any giveaways.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
Please note that sponsorship does not include registration. Every corporate representative and speaker is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times. Sponsor responsible for providing their own branded table skirt for Opening Ceremony table.
6. Presidents' Reception
2 AVAILABLE | $30,000 – or – EXCLUSIVE | $50,000
This is the highest attended event of the 2026 Annual Meeting, with over 1,800 attendees in 2025, and the ideal time to really let your brand presence shine!
As a sponsor of the signature social event of the Annual Meeting, your sponsorship will provide outstanding visibility and recognition in front of meeting participants. The Presidents’ Reception will be held on Saturday, October 17 starting at 7pm.
Sponsors will be recognized and listed wherever the President's Reception appears within the mobile app, conference website, and event reminder push notification(s). Branded napkins with sponsor logo/name will be displayed at the reception bars. Sponsors will receive acknowledgment in the "Know Before You Go" emails sent to all attendees, along with various pre-conference promotions. Sponsors will have visible signage in the reception area. Additionally, sponsors will be given the opportunity to have a table at the event, where they can display a branded table skirt and bring any giveaways. Sponsor will be provided four (4) complimentary President's Reception tickets.
This event does not provide speaking remarks.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
Every corporate representative is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times.
7. WIO General Assembly
3 AVAILABLE | $15,000
Support the Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) Section at their largest education event of the year.
Over 500 women ENTs will gather to network and learn from speakers and panelists focused on topics of value to women in the specialty. Your support will include brief remarks during the General Assembly and logo recognition during the assembly.
Sponsors will be recognized and listed wherever the WIO General Assembly appears in the mobile app and website. Sponsors will have visible signage outside the ballroom. They will be acknowledged on the welcome slides as attendees enter the ballroom. Sponsors will have some reserved seating at the front of the room. The sponsor logo will be included on a giveaway item distributed to attendees.
Sponsors will be given the opportunity to have a table with two chairs at the event, where they can display a branded table skirt and pop-up banners as well as distribute any additional giveaway items.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
Please note that sponsorship does not include registration. Every corporate representative and speaker is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times. Sponsor responsible for providing their own branded table skirt for General Assembly table.
8. WIO Networking Reception - NEW
3 AVAILABLE | $12,500
Support the Women in Otolaryngology (WIO) Section at their premier evening networking reception. This event brings together women ENTs for an evening of connection and conversation in a relaxed social setting.
Sponsors will be recognized and listed wherever the WIO Networking Reception appears in the mobile app and website. Sponsors will have visible signage at the reception venue.
Sponsors will be given the opportunity to have a table with two chairs at the event, where they can display a branded table skirt and pop-up banners and can distribute giveaway items.
Please note this is a separate sponsorship opportunity independent from the WIO General Assembly and does not include speaking remarks. Sponsorship does not include registration. Every corporate representative is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee.
9. International Reception
2 AVAILABLE | $15,000
Support our international attendees from around the globe at their very own reception during the 2026 Annual Meeting. This dedicated networking event provides a welcoming environment for our global attendees to connect with peers, fostering the international collaboration that strengthens our specialty.
The sponsor will be recognized and listed alongside the details of the International Reception throughout the mobile app and conference website. They will receive acknowledgment in the "Know Before You Go" emails sent to all international attendees, as well as in various pre-conference promotions. The sponsor will also have visible signage within the reception area. Additionally, they will have the opportunity to set up a table at the event to display their branded table skirt and any giveaways. Please note that this event does not include speaking remarks.
Please note that sponsorship does not include registration. Every corporate representative and speaker is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times. Sponsor responsible for providing their own branded table skirt for General Assembly table.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14, will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine all messaging for mobile app and promotions.
10. YPS Networking Reception
3 AVAILABLE | $12,500
Support the Young Physicians Section (YPS) at their premier evening networking reception before the Presidents' Reception. This standalone event brings together young ENTs for an evening of connection and conversation in a relaxed social setting.
Sponsors will be recognized and listed wherever the YPS Networking Reception appears in the mobile app and website. Sponsors will have visible signage at the reception venue.
Sponsors will be given the opportunity to have a table with two chairs at the event, where they can display a branded table skirt and pop-up banners and can distribute giveaway items.
Please note this is a separate sponsorship opportunity and does not include speaking remarks. Sponsorship does not include registration. Every corporate representative is required to register for the Annual Meeting and must wear an official meeting badge at all times.
All graphic materials must be approved by Show Management no later than Friday, August 14 in order to meet production and printing deadlines. Any sponsorship artwork submitted after Friday, August 14 will be assessed an additional 20% rush printing fee. Show Management will determine messaging for mobile app and promotions.
11. 2026 SIM Tank Competition & Showcase
3 AVAILABLE | $12,500
Celebrate a full decade of promoting innovation in the specialty!
This popular event features the top three most innovative simulation project authors. Simulation projects are judged on innovation and creativity, scalability throughout the specialty, and advancement of training and practice in the field of otolaryngology. In recognition of support for this event, the exclusive sponsor will be recognized on signage at the event, on the mobile app, and on the conference website.