Connect with North Carolina’s Occupational Therapy Decision-Makers
NCOTA Conference Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities
September 18-19, 2026
East Carolina University | Greenville, NC
Why Partner with NCOTA?
The NCOTA Annual Conference brings together occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, students, educators, rehab leaders, clinic owners, and healthcare organizations from across North Carolina.
- Reach occupational therapy professionals from every major practice setting
- Build relationships with clinicians, managers, educators, and students
- Increase brand awareness before, during, and after the conference
- Demonstrate your commitment to advancing OT in North Carolina
- Support professional development and advocacy efforts statewide
200-250 Expected Attendees
Gain direct access to OTs, OTAs, students, educators, and administrators.
High-Traffic Exposure
Friday’s vendor exhibit period takes place in the main hall—attendees flow directly through your space.
State-Wide Reach
Reach OT practitioners, students, and faculty from across North Carolina. We boast a wide representation of OT & OTA Programs.
Bundled NCOTA Conference Sponsorship Tiers
Whether you want comprehensive visibility across the entire conference or targeted exposure at a specific moment, we have a package built for you.
Our three sponsorship tiers are bundled for maximum impact, offering a comprehensive marketing presence at an exceptional value.
⚠️ DON’T WAIT! Availability is highly limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of payment in full.
Highest Visibility – Highest Value
Golden Opportunity
Great Value and Exposure
Sponsor Tier Comparison Table
| Platinum | Gold | Silver | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated À La Carte Value | $3750+ | $2300+ | $1300+ |
| Investment | $3000 | $1750 | $1000 |
| Available | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Vendor Table | ✔️ Premium Placement | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Tote Bag Insert | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Program Ad | Full Page | Half Page | Quarter Page |
| Pre-Conference Advertising | ✔️ | ✔️ | ✔️ |
| Verbal Recognition | ✔️ Opening Session | ✔️ Breakfast | ✔️ |
| Meal Sponsorship | ✔️ Lunch | ✔️ Breakfast | — |
| Lanyard Sponsorship | ✔️ | — | — |
| Social Media Interview | ✔️ | — | — |
Exhibitor-Sponsored Seminar
NEW! $500/ session
New in 2026, NCOTA is offering a limited number of dedicated seminar slots exclusively for registered exhibitors. This is your opportunity to move beyond the exhibit table and position your organization as a thought leader in front of a captive, CE-hungry audience.
- Dedicated session room and time slot — separate from the exhibit period
- Showcase the occupational therapy applications of your products or services in a true educational format
- Engage current and potential customers with hands-on demonstrations or in-depth presentations
- Listed in the conference program and attendee-facing schedule
- Limited to 3–4 slots total — reserve early!
Available to registered exhibitors only. Seminar content must be occupational therapy-related and educational. NCOTA reserves the right to review and approve session descriptions.
AT/AE Student Design Competition Sponsor
$600
The Assistive Technology (AT) and Adaptive Equipment (AE) Student Design Competition is one of the highlights of the NCOTA Annual Conference – an engaging, audience-driven event that showcases innovative student designed AT solutions and generates real buzz on the conference floor.
Sponsoring the AT Competition puts your brand in front of a focused, motivated audience at a high-energy moment!
- Half-page advertisement in conference program
- 1-minute sponsor spotlight at the start of the Assistive Technology Competition – live recognition in front of all competition participants and attendees!
À La Carte Sponsorship Opportunities
The following items are available individually to any registered exhibitor or sponsor. Add them on to your tiered sponsorship package or pick one individually!
|
Sponsorship Opportunity |
Availability |
Investment |
|---|---|---|
|
Lanyard Sponsorship* (included in Platinum Tier) |
1 |
$750 |
|
Conference Attendees Bag Sponsorship* |
1 |
$2000 |
|
Water Bottle Sponsorship* |
1 |
$2000 |
|
Branded Item in Conference Bag |
1 |
$300 |
|
NCOTA Social Media Interview |
1 |
$200 |
|
Exhibitor-Sponsored Seminar |
3-4 |
$500 |
Deadline August 15, 2026: Logos and artwork for all branded physical items (lanyards, tote bags, water bottles, or any co-branded merchandise).
These files must be received by August 15, 2026 to allow ample time for ordering. Missing this deadline means your logo cannot be included on physical items — no exceptions. Failure to meet the deadline will not result in a refund.
Branded Item in Conference Tote Bag
The $300 fee covers the right to place your item in every attendee tote bag. You are responsible for supplying a minimum of 250 units of your promotional item. Items must be delivered to NCOTA by September 1, 2026. NCOTA reserves the right to approve or reject items that are not professional in nature or not relevant to the occupational therapy community. If you have any concerns, send us a draft of your material before you mail it.
|
Sponsorship Opportunity |
Availability |
Investment |
|---|---|---|
|
Friday Lunch |
1 |
$1500 |
|
Saturday Lunch |
1 |
$1500 |
|
Friday Breakfast |
1 |
$500 |
|
Saturday Breakfast |
1 |
$500 |
|
Sponsorship Opportunity |
Availability |
Investment |
|---|---|---|
|
Exhibitor Table |
Multiple |
$500 |
Each exhibitor space includes two expo-only registration for company representatives. Want CEUS? Vendors can obtain a full-registration for Conference for 25% off!
Vendor spaces include one 6ft table and a white tablecloth.
The exhibit period takes place on Friday during a dedicated two-hour block in the main conference hall. Full exhibit schedule details will be provided upon registration confirmation.
Raffles and Sales
Raffles may be permitted in the exhibit area with prior written approval from NCOTA. Exhibitors intending to offer products for sale must disclose this upon contract signing. NCOTA reserves the right to approve or decline exhibitor contracts based on the nature of products and servicesoffered.
|
Sponsorship Opportunity |
Availability |
Investment |
|---|---|---|
|
Full-Page Ad |
Multiple |
$600 |
|
Half-Page Ad |
Multiple |
$350 |
|
Quarter-Page Ad |
Multiple |
$200 |
|
Job Recruitment Ad (half page) |
Multiple |
$300 |
Deadline August 1, 2026: Conference program advertisements (full-page, half-page, quarter-page, and job recruitment ads) and all other digital assets. High-resolution PNG files accepted. Please contact ncotaconference@gmail.com with any questions about file specifications.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to ncotaconference@gmail.com. Cancellations received before July 5, 2026 carry no liability. Cancellations received July 6 through July 14, 2026 are subject to 50% liability. Cancellations on or after July 15, 2026 are subject to 100% liability. All benefits and services are forfeited upon cancellation.
Contact Us
Exhibits, Sponsorships, and Advertising
ncotaconference@gmail.com
www.ncota.org