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Contents

TABLE OF TABLE OF 3

About AOAP

Advertising Opportunities

General Sponsor Opportunities

About the Annual Conference & Exposition

2026 Exhibitor Registration

Becoming a 2026 Conference Sponsor

Conference Sponsor Packages

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About US The Association of Aquatic Professionals is the industry’s leading organization for aquatic professionals. Among its primary focus, AOAP strives to promote coordination and cooperation between all aspects of the industry: programming, management, operation and maintenance and facility design.

In addition to providing the premiere industry event, AOAP provides ongoing educational and networking opportunities, facilitates industry connections, provides water safety education content, and distributes grants to member organizations. PAGE 3

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The Association The Association of of Aquatic Professionals Aquatic Professionals is is a Non-Profit a Non-Profit 501(c)3 501(c)3 Organization. You Organization. You are are among many among many who who have have chosen to chosen to be be involved involved with a with a cutting cutting edge edge professional professional membership-based membership-based organization. It organization. It is is our our goal to goal to bring bring together together professionals from professionals from all all aspects of aspects of aquatics aquatics to to network, educate, network, educate, advocate, enrich, advocate, enrich, and and improve the improve the aquatics aquatics industry across industry across the the United States United States and and internationally. internationally.

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Marketing OPPORTUNITIES WITH MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES STARTING AT ONLY $250, ADVERTISING WITH AOAP IS A GREAT WAY TO STRETCH YOUR DOLLAR OR AN EASY ADDITION TO YOUR AOAP SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE!

WEBSITE ADVERTISEMENTS BANNER ADVERTISEMENTS

Banner ads located throughout the site. Price dictated by ad placement and duration OR add web advertisements to any newsletter advertising for only $500!

POP-UP ADVERTISEMENTS - $1400 (4 WEEKS), $2100 (8 WEEKS) OR $2800 (12 WEEKS) Add a pop-up advertisement to the website for 4, 8 or 12 weeks.

EMAIL BLASTS

DIRECT EMAIL BLAST - $1500 PER INSTANCE

Dedicated emails sent out by AOAP on behalf of your company, customized to your specifications.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT SHARED EMAIL BLAST - STARTING AT $500

Monthly emails featuring 3 - 6 companies or products sent out by AOAP. Each ad includes an image (150 x 100), 5 - 7 word headline, and 50-word description. $500 for standard placement or $750 for feature placement as the first spotlight.

CONFERENCE ADVERTISING

MOBILE APP ALERT - $1500

Push your message to the palm of attendees’ hands! Mobile app alerts are key drivers of booth traffic and keep your brand top of mind. One Alert Sponsor per day of the conference (Monday - Thursday)

ATTENDEE PACKET INSERTS - $1750

Promote your booth or products to all conference attendees by providing 1,400 flyers to be included in delegate bags. Details regarding flyer delivery deadlines to the AOAP office will be sent with sponsorship confirmation.

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Weekly e-Newsletter ADVERTISING Standard member prices below include participation in 4, 8 or 12 consecutive weekly newsletter editions (see full pricing on page 9). Package discounts are available. All ads can be submitted in JPG or GIF formats with a max file size of 40K.

BANNER ADS Add your banner ad to the website for $500! LEADERBOARD

This premier position provides your company with top exposure and quality traffic.

Ad Dimensions: 728 x 90

LOWER LEADERBOARD

The lower leaderboard gives your company a prominent position right under the AOAP masthead.

Ad Dimensions: 580 x 70

TOP BANNER OR BOTTOM BANNER

Banner ads allow your company to combine text, colors, and graphics into a unique sales message for committed buyers.

Ad Dimensions: 468 x 60

PRODUCT SHOWCASE Add your box ad to the website for $500! HORIZONTAL PRODUCT SHOWCASE

Highlight your latest product with this placement and include a photo, 5-word headline, 50-word description, and link to your site. Ad Dimensions: 275 x 175

VERTICAL PRODUCT SHOWCASE

Highlight your latest product with this placement and include a photo, 5-word headline, 50-word description, and link to your site. Ad Dimensions: 175 x 275

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BOX ADS AND CALLOUTS

VIDEO AD

Add a video link for your company. Must link to a YouTube URL. Ad Dimensions: 300 x 159

BOX AD

This large-format position provides your company with good exposure in the body of the news brief, bringing quality traffic to your website. Ad Dimensions: 300 x 250

CALLOUT TEXT

Integrated into the feel of the brief, a callout text ad targets your buying audience with an image, 5-word headline, and 25 word description.

Sponsored Content

$1875

$1410

$950

Social Text Ad

$938

$705

$470

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WHAT SPONSORS ARE SAYING

ADVERTISING WITH AOAP HAS BEEN A GREAT WAY TO REACH OUR TRUE TARGET AUDIENCE.

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Advertising ORDER FORM Email First Name

Last Name

Organization

Title

Street Address City

State

ZIP Code

Country

LIST YOUR MARKETING CHOICES BELOW List each marketing opportunity you’d like below including the type of advertisement and duration below. Opportunity

Example: AOAP Weekly Box Ad

Duration

Example: 12 Weeks

Fee

Example: $1725

Return your form with payment to 22932 E Oriole Way, Queen Creek, AZ 85142 or reach out to Kirsten Barnes at kirsten@aquaticpros.org to receive your agreement and payment link virtually.

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General SPONSOR

SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES

In addition to the Annual Conference & Expo sponsorship opportunities listed in the following pages, AOAP offers sponsorship of some of our key initiatives.

Monthly Membership Meeting Sponsor - $250 Monthly Membership Meetings are held during the Spring, Fall and Winter and offer members the opportunity to receive Association updates and participate in panel discussions about emerging topics as they navigate their roles in programming, leadership, risk management and maintenance. The meeting sponsor will be recognized in the social media posts & meeting registration leading up to the event and will have an opportunity to introduce themselves during the meeting.

AOAP Swim Lesson Grant Sponsor $10,000 Identify your company as a promoter of water safety throughout the nation. Help AOAP provide swim lesson grants to communities in need for those that cannot afford to become water safe. Sponsorship includes Your logo in the Sponsor section of the website Recognition on the Grant webpage Recognition in all grant recipient announcements One complimentary booth at the Annual Conference Recognition in the conference app, on sponsor signage and during the keynote at the annual conference

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AOAP Lifejacket Grant Sponsor - $10,000 Provide opportunities for grant-awarded organizations to educate their communities on life jacket safety. This sponsorship makes over 800 Coast Guard-approved life jackets available to Association member facilities who provide water safety and swim lesson programs. Sponsorship Includes: *Unique recognition plaque *One exhibit booth at the Annual Conference and Expo *Recognition in the conference mobile app *Complimentary logo placement for a year on the AOAP home page and sponsor page *Company recognition on all large signage during the conference *Catalog/flyer placement in all conference attendee bags (sponsor provided) *Logo placement in the AOAP Weekly newsletter

Thank you to our partner!

Life Jacket Grant Feedback BROOKS FAMILY YMCA

CITY OF BRENHAM

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA

BRENHAM, TX

This contribution allows us to further promote safe swimming practices and ensures everyone enjoys the water securely. We're excited to integrate these life jackets into our programs!

The City of Brenham Blue Bell Aquatic Center is beyond grateful for the generosity of AOAP Life Jackets Grant and look forward to finding more ways for these life jackets to benefit our community.

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Welcome to Colorado Springs, CO

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Host Location for International

Aquatics & Water Safety

CONFERENCE A N D

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FEBRUARY 14 - 21, 2026 | COLORADO SPRINGS, CO WWW.AQUATICPROS.ORG

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About CONFERENCE The AOAP Annual Conference and Exposition, in conjunction with the National Drowning Prevention Alliance conference, is a premiere aquatic industry event attracting over 1200 attendees, featuring prominent industry educators, and connecting over 125 vendors with decision-makers on the Expo Hall floor.

Feb 14-15

Pre-Conference Workshops & Board of Directors Meeting

Feb 16-19

AOAP Annual Conference & NDPA Annual Conference

Feb 17-18

Expo Hall

Feb 19-21

Post-Conference Workshops & Directors School

Aquatic Technician School, Feb 16 - 17

Tuesday, February 17 - Expo Hall Grand Opening, 5:30 - 8 pm Wednesday, February 18 - Lunch & Exclusive Expo Hours, 12 - 3 pm

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In addition to over 85 educational sessions offered and engaging general sessions, attendees have the chance to visit with over 125 exhibitors in the Expo Hall. And with buying power right there in front of them, vendors make meaningful connections.

At AOAP Annual Conference and Expo, we work hard and we play hard! Monday night is a warm-up to the AllConference Social on Wednesday - a great place to get to know other professionals in the industry!

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Exhibit Hall LAYOUT

Each booth includes a trash can, table and two chairs. Two full conference registrations for vendor employees working your booth are also included, and additional registrations are available at a discounted price. Vendors are encouraged to attend conference from Opening Keynote on Monday through the Endnote on Thursday . Each booth includes a trash can, table and two chairs. Two full conference registrations for vendor employees working your booth are also included, and additional registrations are available at a discounted price. Vendors are encouraged to attend conference from Opening Keynote on Monday through the Endnote on Thursday .

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CONFERENCE A N D

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Presented by

Exhibitor

REGISTRATION First Name

Last Name

Title Organization Street Address Email City

State

ZIP Code

Requested Booth #(s)

BOOTH INFORMATION Choose the appropriate size & option for your booth below. Non-members should add $250 to all prices. All booths include a table, two (2) chairs, a wastebasket and two employee conference registrations. Set up will be Monday and Tuesday, 8 am - 4 pm. Exhibit Hall hours are Tuesday, 5:30 - 8 pm and Wednesday, 12:30 - 3 pm. Take down is immediately following the closing of the show hours on Wednesday.

Early by Oct 1

Regular Oct 2 Dec 31

Late Jan 1 Jan 31

Last Minute After Jan 31

10 x 10 Booth

$2080

$2130

$2180

$2280

10 x 10 End Cap

$2215

$2265

$2315

$2415

10x20 End Cap

$4480

$4530

$4580

$4680

Booth

*Non-Members add $250 to all rates*

Register online at AQUATICPROS.ORG or return your registration form with payment to 22932 E Oriole Way, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Becoming A SPONSOR

A SPONSOR Association of Aquatic Professionals sponsorship is available to all AOAP Members. Your sponsorship allows the Association to meet its goals while offering you the opportunity to get front and center with on-the-deck buyers at a cost similar to a single print advertisement!

Who You Reach as an AOAP Sponsor 1

Municipal Aquatics & Recreation

K-12 and Collegiate Aquatics & Athletics

Private Waterparks, Clubs & Swim Schools

Aquatic & Lifeguard Management Cos

Military Installations

Fitness Centers

YMCAs and JCCs

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28,000

Weekly Newsletter Subscribers

1,295

Conference Attendees

Sponsor PACKAGES

With options starting as low as $2000, AOAP has a sponsor package to fit every organizations needs. The following pages outline a variety of sponsor options and the associated benefits. Don’t see the right option for you? Ask us about custom sponsor packages designed to meet your needs!

General Packages BRONZE - $2,000

GOLD - $7,500

Recognition in the conference mobile app

All Silver Level benefits plus One complimentary 10x10 exhibit booth at the Annual Expo NEW! Exhibit hall floor graphic calling you out as a Sponsor NEW! 10 complimentary drink tickets to share with social attendees Inclusion of a company flyer in the conference attendee packet Logo included on the website & in the AOAP Weekly One dedicated email blast NEW! Box ad on Buyer’s Guide webpage NEW! Box ad on Members-Only Buyer’s Guide webpage

SILVER - $4,500 All Bronze Level benefits plus Unique recognition plaque NEW! One social media recognition post within 90 days of the conference

PLATINUM - $10,000

All Gold Level benefits plus NEW! Access to Premiere Vendor Area (prime location marked with signage) NEW! One additional social media recognition post within 90 days of conference NEW! Your unique # added to conference social media posts 90 days before & 14 days after conference NEW! 15 additional complimentary drink tickets to share with attendees at the social One (1) additional dedicated email blasts & one quarterly box ad in the AOAP Weekly NEW! Present or sponsor one free, live webinar to AOAP members during 2026 Upgrade to a banner ad on the Members-Only Buyer’s Guide webpage

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CONFERENCE SPONSORS

3 Avai lable !

$25,000 Each

Recognition on all conference promotional literature including the AOAP newsletter, pre-conference registration materials, conference packets, etc. Recognition in the conference mobile app Prominent display of your organization logo on a banner in the trade show area Two (2) complimentary exhibit booths during the Annual Conference Two (2) complimentary registrations for the Annual Conference NEW! Access to the Premiere Vendor Area (prime location marked with signage) AOAP Award of Recognition presented during the opening session of the Annual Conference NEW! Six (6) social media recognition posts within 90 days of conference NEW! Your unique # included in social media posts about conference in the 90 days before and 14 days after conference NEW! 60-second ad for your company played during the Opening and Closing Sessions NEW! 40 complimentary drink tickets to share with attendees at conference socials Logo included on the website & in the AOAP Weekly Banner ad in the AOAP weekly for the year, leading up to and through the Annual Conference NEW! Banner ad or button ad on the AOAP website for a year Four (4) dedicated email blasts NEW! Box ad on Buyer’s Guide webpage NEW! 1/2-page ad in Members-Only Buyer’s Guide NEW! Present or sponsor two (2) free, live webinars to AOAP members during 2026 with up to five minutes to promote your company

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Meals & EVENTS

& EVENTS

EVENING MEALS & SOCIALS

ALL CONFERENCE SOCIAL

Get ultimate visibility for your organization by sponsoring the Monday night social or Tuesday night exhibit hall dinner (2 sponsors per event). Your sponsorship includes all Platinum-level sponsor benefits PLUS: Upgrade to a 10x20 booth in the Premiere Vendor Area Company logo on event signage Your company logo on the printed event ticket Opportunity to host a 70-minute panel discussion at the Annual Conference Joint sponsor of one (1) free, live webinar for AOAP members during 2025

Sponsorship of dinner and activities for all delegates following educational sessions and the exposition hall - our most popular event of the conference! Your sponsorship includes all Platinum-level sponsor benefits PLUS: Upgrade to a 10x20 booth in the Premiere Vendor Area Company logo on event signage Verbal recognition throughout the event Your company logo on the printed event ticket Opportunity to host a 70-minute panel discussion at the Annual Conference Joint sponsor of one (1) free, live webinar for AOAP members during 2025

$11,000 Each - 4 Available

$12,000 Each - 6 Available

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EXHIBIT HALL LUNCHEON $7,500 Each - 4 Available Sponsor lunch for attendees at the Vendors Social with logo’d cups or napkins available for an additional fee upon request. Receive all Gold-level sponsor benefits PLUS your name included as a sponsor of the meal in the conference app and printed guide and your logo included on signage in the exhibit hall meal area.

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DELEGATE BADGES - $12,000

Turn attendees into walking advertisements for your business by sponsoring the AOAP badges. Receive all Platinum-level benefits in addition to your design on the delegate badges. The Association provides the badges and will work with you to create an appealing design.

DELEGATE CONFERENCE BAGS - $12,000

Increase your company’s visibility by adding your logo and tagline to a conference bag distributed on-site to all attendees with their registration materials. These bags are widely used throughout the show to carry conference and exhibit hall materials. Receive all Platinum-level benefits in addition to your design on the delegate bags. Bags are produced by AOAP, and we work with you on the design to enhance your brand awareness.

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HOTEL KEY SLEEVES - $7,500

Provide attendees with a constant reminder of your company during the conference. AOAP will aid you in creating a design that showcases your brand. Everyone checking in to the conference hotel will get a consistent reminder of your company. Additionally, receive all Gold-level benefits!

CONFERENCE MOBILE APP - $10,000

Your sponsorship provides a robust mobile application that attendees use throughout the conference to navigate through the exhibit hall, schedule sessions, maps, sponsors, sessions, network with attendees and speakers, and more. Additionally, receive all Platinum-level benefits PLUS one dedicated mobile alert sent out through the app during conference!

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flyers to be included in delegate bags. Details regarding flyer delivery deadlines to the AOAP office will be sent with sponsorship confirmation. You will receive acknowledgment in our conference sponsor listings and on the AOAP website.

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50/50 RAFFLE SPONSOR - $7,500

The 50/50 raffle is one of the most fun events at conference with excitement generated through ticket sales Monday - Wednesday including announcements made at all all-conference events and in sessions. The 50/50 sponsor will receive all Gold-level benefits PLUS recognition during raffle announcements, and two additional social media posts. Sponsors will match the total ticket sales or $7,500 - whichever is greater.

BEVERAGE SPONSOR - $11,000 OR $12,000 Sponsor the open bar at the Monday night networking social ($11,000), Tuesday Night Exhibit Hall Grand Opening ($11,000) or the Wednesday Night All-Conference Social ($12,000). Receive all Platinum-level benefits PLUS upgrade to a 10x20 booth in the Premiere Vendor Area, your company logo on event signage, your company logo placed on all bar stations at the event, and sponsor a live webinar in 2025.

PHOTOGRAPHY SPONSOR - $10,000

Professional photography not only captures great moments, but it also helps serve AOAP through providing high-quality future marketing pieces and enhances the content we can share with attendees. The Photography Sponsor will receive all Platinumlevel benefits PLUS recognition during conference socials and events as the official Photography Sponsor. You’ll also work directly with the photographer to capture a 90-second PSA for your company while at conference, and you’ll be recognized as the sponsor of the conference wrap-up video!

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Promote your booth or products to all conference attendees by providing 1,300 PAGE 25 flyers to be included in delegate bags. Details regarding flyer delivery deadlines to the AOAP office will be sent with sponsorship confirmation. You will receive acknowledgment in our conference sponsor listings and on the AOAP website.

EducationSPONSORS A/V SPONSOR - $12,500

Education opportunities are what the Association of Aquatic Professionals Annual Conference is all about, and your sponsorship helps make sure that each session provides a great experience. The A/V Sponsor will receive all Platinum-level benefits PLUS recognition on all education room signage as the A/V Sponsor. Or! Sponsor a/v for a single room for only $500 / day! Be recognized on the room signage, in the digital session guide & in the conference app.

AQUATIC TECHNICIAN SCHOOL - $5,000

As the Tech School Sponsor, your company's logo will appear on all room signage, your name will be listed in the printed session guide and in the mobile app, and you will have the opportunity to give a 15-minute presentation about your brand during Tech School and receive one social media post int the 30 days leading up to conference. *3 Available*

DIRECTOR’S SCHOOL SPONSOR - $5,000

By Sponsoring Level 1, Level 2 or Level 3 of Director’s School, your company's logo will appear on all room signage, your name will be listed in the printed session guide, mobile app and on course curriculum, and your representative will have the opportunity to give a 15-minute presentation about your brand during Director’s School. *3 Available*

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KEYNOTE SPONSOR - $7,500

Become a named sponsor of premier conference speakers for the opening or closing keynote speakers. Receive all of the Gold-level sponsor benefits PLUS your logo included as the keynote sponsor in the printed guide and on keynote room signage.

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Thank you FOR SUPPORTING

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