⚾ Step Up to the Plate at GBTA Arizona Education Day 2026!

Join us on September 9, 2026, at Scottsdale Stadium for a full day of industry education, meaningful networking, and innovative discussions with business travel professionals from across Arizona and beyond.

This year’s event combines the energy of America’s favorite pastime with timely and relevant business travel content, creating an experience designed to help you stay informed, build valuable connections, and discover new opportunities.

What to Expect

Educational sessions led by industry experts
Interactive AI Travel Innovation Shark Tank
Dedicated networking opportunities with buyers, suppliers, and industry peers
Sponsor Trade Show featuring industry-leading organizations
Networking lunch and collaboration opportunities
Optional stadium tour and batting cage experience to close out the day

Event Details

📅 September 9, 2026
📍 Scottsdale Stadium
🕘 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

🎟️ Register early and take advantage of discounted pricing before rates increase.

Tickets
$150.00 Member Ticket
$200.00 after 06:00 am September 9
$135.00 Earlybird rate before August 31

$200.00 Non-Member/Guest Ticket
$250.00 after 06:00 am September 9
$185.00 Earlybird rate before August 31

Whether you’re joining us as an attendee or showcasing your organization as a sponsor, we invite you to be part of a day focused on learning, innovation, and connection.

Play Ball. Connect. Learn. Lead.

Register today!

We look forward to seeing you at Scottsdale Stadium on September 9! ⚾

Interested in Sponsoring?

Education Day brings together business travel decision-makers, travel managers, suppliers, and industry leaders from across Arizona. Sponsorship opportunities provide valuable visibility, direct engagement, and brand exposure throughout the event.

Premium Sponsorship Packages

🏆 Home Run Package Sponsorship — $3,200
Maximum visibility and premium stage presence.
5-minute stage speaking opportunity
Collateral placed at attendee seats (sponsor provided)
Stage-level popup banner (sponsor provided)
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage (GBTA Arizona + LinkedIn)
Trade show booth
2 complimentary registrations

🍽️ Lunch Sponsorship — $2,550
Brand the most attended meal of the event.
Lunch service branding
Popup banner displayed during lunch
5-minute speaking opportunity
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Trade show booth
1 complimentary registration

🤝 Travel Manager Meet & Greet Sponsorship — $2,350
Exclusive access to buyers during a private welcome session.
Buyer-only welcome session (8:30–9:00 AM)
Private networking with pastries and fruit
Popup banner in private room
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Verbal recognition
Trade show booth
1 complimentary registration
Shark Tank Sponsorship Opportunities

🦈 Shark Tank Vendor Contestant — $1,150 (Max 3 Vendors)
10-minute product pitch
1 complimentary registration

🎤 Shark Tank Moderator — $1,250
Lead the session and elevate brand visibility
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Verbal recognition
1 complimentary registration
Mid-Tier Branding Packages

📿 Lanyard Sponsorship — $1,250
Brand exposure worn by every attendee
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Verbal recognition
Sponsor-provided lanyards
1 complimentary registration

☕ AM Break Sponsorship — $1,250
Morning coffee and tea service branding
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Verbal recognition
1 complimentary registration

🥤 PM Break Sponsorship — $1,250
Brand the afternoon networking refresh
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Verbal recognition
1 complimentary registration
AV & Technology Packages

🎥 AV Sponsorship — $1,000
Branding tied to event production
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Social media coverage
Verbal recognition

📶 WiFi Sponsorship — $600
High-visibility digital touchpoint
Registration desk logo placement
On-screen rotating logo
Access & Experience Packages

🚗 Parking Sponsorship — $500
Brand the first attendee touchpoint
Popup banner in parking area (sponsor provided)

⚾ Stadium Tour & Batting Cage Sponsorship — $500
Sponsor the end-of-day experience
Popup banner at batting cages (sponsor provided)
Trade Show Opportunity

🎪 Trade Show Booth — $500
4-foot trade show booth
Supplier-provided attendee prize