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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
What to Expect<\/p>\n
Educational sessions led by industry experts
\nInteractive AI Travel Innovation Shark Tank
\nDedicated networking opportunities with buyers, suppliers, and industry peers
\nSponsor Trade Show featuring industry-leading organizations
\nNetworking lunch and collaboration opportunities
\nOptional stadium tour and batting cage experience to close out the day<\/p>\n
Event Details<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udcc5 September 9, 2026
\n\ud83d\udccd Scottsdale Stadium
\n\ud83d\udd58 9:00 AM \u2013 4:00 PM<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf9f\ufe0f Register early and take advantage of discounted pricing before rates increase.<\/p>\n
Tickets
\n$150.00 Member Ticket
\n$200.00 after 06:00 am September 9
\n$135.00 Earlybird rate before August 31<\/p>\n
$200.00 Non-Member\/Guest Ticket
\n$250.00 after 06:00 am September 9
\n$185.00 Earlybird rate before August 31<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Play Ball. Connect. Learn. Lead.<\/p>\n
Register today!<\/p>\n
We look forward to seeing you at Scottsdale Stadium on September 9! \u26be<\/p>\n
Interested in Sponsoring?<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Premium Sponsorship Packages<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfc6 Home Run Package Sponsorship \u2014 $3,200
\nMaximum visibility and premium stage presence.
\n5-minute stage speaking opportunity
\nCollateral placed at attendee seats (sponsor provided)
\nStage-level popup banner (sponsor provided)
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage (GBTA Arizona + LinkedIn)
\nTrade show booth
\n2 complimentary registrations<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udf7d\ufe0f Lunch Sponsorship \u2014 $2,550
\nBrand the most attended meal of the event.
\nLunch service branding
\nPopup banner displayed during lunch
\n5-minute speaking opportunity
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nTrade show booth
\n1 complimentary registration<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd1d Travel Manager Meet & Greet Sponsorship \u2014 $2,350
\nExclusive access to buyers during a private welcome session.
\nBuyer-only welcome session (8:30\u20139:00 AM)
\nPrivate networking with pastries and fruit
\nPopup banner in private room
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nVerbal recognition
\nTrade show booth
\n1 complimentary registration
\nShark Tank Sponsorship Opportunities<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd88 Shark Tank Vendor Contestant \u2014 $1,150 (Max 3 Vendors)
\n10-minute product pitch
\n1 complimentary registration<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfa4 Shark Tank Moderator \u2014 $1,250
\nLead the session and elevate brand visibility
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nVerbal recognition
\n1 complimentary registration
\nMid-Tier Branding Packages<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udcff Lanyard Sponsorship \u2014 $1,250
\nBrand exposure worn by every attendee
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nVerbal recognition
\nSponsor-provided lanyards
\n1 complimentary registration<\/p>\n
\u2615 AM Break Sponsorship \u2014 $1,250
\nMorning coffee and tea service branding
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nVerbal recognition
\n1 complimentary registration<\/p>\n
\ud83e\udd64 PM Break Sponsorship \u2014 $1,250
\nBrand the afternoon networking refresh
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nVerbal recognition
\n1 complimentary registration
\nAV & Technology Packages<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfa5 AV Sponsorship \u2014 $1,000
\nBranding tied to event production
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nSocial media coverage
\nVerbal recognition<\/p>\n
\ud83d\udcf6 WiFi Sponsorship \u2014 $600
\nHigh-visibility digital touchpoint
\nRegistration desk logo placement
\nOn-screen rotating logo
\nAccess & Experience Packages<\/p>\n
\ud83d\ude97 Parking Sponsorship \u2014 $500
\nBrand the first attendee touchpoint
\nPopup banner in parking area (sponsor provided)<\/p>\n
\u26be Stadium Tour & Batting Cage Sponsorship \u2014 $500
\nSponsor the end-of-day experience
\nPopup banner at batting cages (sponsor provided)
\nTrade Show Opportunity<\/p>\n
\ud83c\udfaa Trade Show Booth \u2014 $500
\n4-foot trade show booth
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