Sponsor the APS Global Physics Summit 2026

Advance your brand at the world's largest physics gathering.

APS Global Physics Summit 2026 sponsors can share their products and services and elevate their brand across the physics community.

Join us March 15 - 20, 2026, at the Colorado Convention Center, Denver, Colorado.

Students at the sponsored puppy petting lounge at the APS Global Physics Summit 2025

Make your brand unmissable at the APS Global Physics Summit 2026

Discover how your organization can shine at the APS Global Physics Summit 2026 in Denver, March 15–20. In just six minutes, explore four key sponsorship pathways, Brand Visibility, Engagement, Thought Leadership, and Strategic Access, each featuring new activations to boost exposure, connect with 14,000+ global attendees, and align your brand with physics and innovation.

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Sponsorship benefits

Custom sponsorship packages allow you to increase participation in workshops and other events, drive booth traffic, and showcase your brand at the largest gathering of physicists in the world.

Sponsors receive a value-added benefit of their logo on:

  • Event signage
  • APS Global Physics Summit website
  • Mobile app and virtual platform

All logos provided must be full color vector .eps or .ai files.

New purchase process

APS has streamlined the process for securing exhibit and sponsorship opportunities — you can now complete your selections in a single transaction. Additionally, we have a new Exhibitor Resource Center (ERC) that provides you with seamless access to updates, tools, and key information.

Review the purchase process

Branding and visibility sponsorships

Elevate your brand to over 14,000 physicists and students at the APS Global Physics Summit.

Purchase sponsorships now

Conference badge

One available. Sponsor logo featured in premium position on badges worn by all conference attendees.

Cost

$17,500

Mobile app

One available. Exclusive exhibitor sponsor of the app used by attendees to navigate sessions and the facility.

Cost

$8,500

Exhibitor pre-recorded sessions in the virtual platform

Ten available. Sponsor a pre-recorded exhibitor session featured on the meeting's virtual platform, available pre-meeting or post-meeting, enhancing your visibility and engagement with attendees.

Cost

$750

Attendee wifi

One available. Exclusive sponsor of wifi inside the meeting facility, including splash page with logo.

Cost

$8,500

Charging stations, free standing

Logo placement on the charging station in meeting public space. Discounts for multiple stations.

Cost

$4,000

Charging stations

Two available. Gain prime visibility with your logo on built-in charging stations located in high-traffic public areas of the convention center. Perfect for continuous attendee engagement. Discounts available when sponsoring multiple stations.

Cost

$3,000

Aisle sign

Logo placement on sign showing aisle number suspended from exhibit hall ceiling.

Cost

$2,000

Greeter t-shirt logo

Four available. Your company logo is placed on the back of t-shirts worn by greeters and meeting ambassadors.

Cost

$750

Conference registration area sponsor

One available. Welcome every attendee as the exclusive Registration Area Sponsor in this high-traffic area where all participants begin their event experience.

Cost

$10,000

Check-in area featured promotional meterboard signage

Ten available. Purchase featured promotional meter board signage in the lobby check-in area: Double-sided standing sign in high-traffic zones ensure your message is prominently displayed throughout the event.

Cost

$1,500

Glass and jewelry cleaner

Two available. Put your brand in attendees’ hands with sponsored glass and jewelry cleaner, conveniently located on the lobby level in a high-traffic, high-visibility area — ensuring repeated use and lasting brand impressions.

Cost

$1,500

Digital ad, lobby digital screen – near Visit Denver booth

Showcase your brand on a high-visibility digital screen in the main lobby near Visit Denver. Limited to three 15-second spots, this rotation includes Summit branding and sponsor recognition videos, ensuring your message reaches thousands of attendees in this premier traffic corridor. (3 available)

Cost

$2,000

Press sponsorship opportunities

Showcase your brand at the APS Global Physics Summit by sponsoring the Press Program. Supporting over 50 journalists on site and online, the program expands coverage across scientific, mainstream, and industry media. Sponsors gain visibility through curated press engagement, tied to research highlights, launches, and expert commentary, while APS ensures editorial independence and a science-first focus. Opportunities include sponsoring the press hub, briefings, media reception, or virtual access, positioning your organization at the center of global science and innovation storytelling.

Purchase sponsorships now

Press program sponsor

One available. Exclusive branding, giveaways, signage, and press event recognition.

Cost

$12,500

Press swag bag sponsor

One available. Provide branded press bags and up to three approved inserts.

Cost

$1,500

Swag bag insert

Ten available. Place one branded item or flyer in press bags/room.

Cost

$500

Attendee engagement and experiences

Put your organization front and center at events geared to maximize attendees' engagement with your brand.

Purchase sponsorships now

Welcome reception

One available. Exclusive sponsor of the opening night reception in the exhibit hall.

Cost

$8,500

Wine and cheese reception

Exclusive sponsor of one wine and cheese reception open to all attendees. Includes signage and announcements.

Cost

$4,000

Coffee break

Exclusive sponsor of one coffee break reception. Branded cups available for an additional charge.

Cost

$4,000

Puppy petting lounge

Three available. Prime promotional opportunity to own signage and the selfie station at the always popular puppy lounge for one day.

Cost

$4,500

Headshot booth

One available. Exclusive sponsor of the headshot photographer booth on the exhibit floor including prominent signage and announcements.

Cost

$8,000

Table topics

Thirty available. Co-host a 45-minute themed table topic in the exhibit hall with a provided topic subject matter expert (SME) — connect with attendees through small-group dialogue, showcase expertise, and build meaningful engagement at your exhibitor table.

Cost

$500

Thought leadership and program alignment

Advance your brand while demonstrating your organization's leadership on the cutting edge of physics research.

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Poster session

Exclusive sponsor of one poster session featuring signage and announcements.

Cost

$3,500

FIAP Industry Reception

Four available. Sponsor the Forum on Industrial and Applied Physics (FIAP) industry-focused reception with invited attendees

Cost

$2,500

Industry session rooms

Eight available. Secure a session slot in the Industry Rooms — General and Entrepreneurship topic tracks — to showcase innovations, share expertise, and connect with physicists, students, and industry leaders.

Cost

$2,000

Speaker Ready Room: Convention Center

Sponsor the Speaker Ready Room for exclusive benefits: screen saver branding, signage recognition, material distribution, and a prominent website callout, boosting your company's presence.

Cost

$5,000

Speaker Ready Room: Hyatt

Sponsor the Speaker Ready Room for exclusive benefits: screen saver branding, signage recognition, material distribution, and a prominent website callout, boosting your company's presence.

Cost

$3,000

Student Reception

The Student Reception on Tuesday, March 17, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m., is a high-energy Future of Physics Days (FPD) event for 500+ undergraduates. Students network, share research, and explore careers over food and drinks while connecting with science and industry leaders. Sponsors gain visibility, direct access to emerging talent, and recognition across FPD promotions, signage, and student programming. Flexible sponsorship options available.

Purchase sponsorships now

Student Champion Sponsorship

One available. This sponsorship includes title sponsor recognition, in which the program co-sponsor is recognized in the name of the event. It also includes your logo on all FPD promotions, including the Student Reception; spotlight opportunities and remarks at student events, such as the Student Reception and Undergraduate Get-Together; the option for a short, one- to two-minute, noncommercial, welcome remarks; and two additional, complimentary booth passes, separate from the standard booth purchase.

Cost

$15,000

Community Builder Sponsorship

Three available. This sponsorship opportunity includes: a branded table topic station, recognition on the Student Reception signage and slides, and your logo featured in the "Thank you to our sponsors" section of the FPD program page.

Cost

$2,500

Student Supporter Sponsorship

For this sponsorship opportunity, choose from a food and beverage station sponsorship and a student drink ticket sponsorship. Benefits of this option includes your logo on on-site signage, such as the food and drink stations, bar, etc.., as well as your logo on the reception welcome sign.

Cost

$1,200

Add-on enhancement: Photo booth/social media station

Two available.

Cost

$2,000

Add-on enhancement: Giveaway/raffle sponsor

Three available.

Cost

$1,000

Add-on enhancement: Entertainment sponsor

One available.

Cost

$2,000

Sponsor the Topical Group on Energy Research and Applications (GERA) Workshop

The GERA Energy Workshop on March 15, 2026, brings together over 100 researchers, students, and industry leaders to explore breakthroughs in fission, fusion, solar, wind, catalysis, storage, ML and AI for Energy Research and Applications, and Triboelectric Nanogenerators (TENGs). Sponsorship provides exclusive visibility and direct engagement with scientists, early-career professionals, and decision-makers shaping the future of clean energy. By supporting, your organization demonstrates leadership in advancing innovation, collaboration, and the next generation of energy solutions.

Purchase sponsorships now

Energy Innovators Package

One available. Exclusive sponsor with remarks, coffee breaks, poster awards, and premium recognition across program materials.

Cost

$8,500

Future Leaders Package

One available. Support students and early-career talent through travel, lunch, and poster awards with exclusive recognition.

Cost

$5,000

Welcome Remarks

One available. Exclusive sponsor delivers welcome remarks with logo featured on opening slides and event signage.

Cost

$2,500

Technology Spotlight

Three available. Logo featured on session signage and welcome slide.

Cost

$1,500

Poster Awards

Two available. Sponsor poster awards with verbal recognition and signage.

Cost

$1,500

Student/Early Career Travel Support

Five available. Support student and early-career travel with recognition on signage and in a formal thank-you.

Cost

$2,000

Featured Lobby Meterboard

Four available. Prominent lobby meterboard placement ensures consistent brand visibility in a high-traffic workshop area.

Cost

$750

Coffee/Refreshment Break

Six available. Sponsor a coffee break with signage and recognition during high-traffic networking moments.

Cost

$1,200

Reception and Poster Session

Two available. Sponsor the reception and poster session with recognition on signage.

Cost

$2,500

Lunch and Poster Session

Two available. Sponsor lunch and poster session with verbal and signage recognition.

Cost

$2,500

Lead generation and strategic access

Connect with attendees to advance your organization and brand.

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Private meeting rooms

Six available. A 10x20, hard-walled, furnished booth available to the owner throughout the exhibition for meetings with clients and staff.

Cost

$5,000

Attendee email

Three available. Sponsored email sent to attendees who opt-in to receive commercial messaging, in accordance with the guidelines.

Cost

$4,000

Flex space adjacent to the exhibit hall

Host your private networking event, product launch, or client meeting in this exclusive 1,100-square-foot carpeted space adjacent to the exhibit hall at the Colorado Convention Center. With balcony access and a semi-enclosed, but private, layout, it’s ideal for two- to three-hour rentals. Available on a first-come basis, the space can be customized with furniture, catering, and AV, per APS and venue policies. It's perfect for high-impact, invitation-only gatherings during the 2026 Global Physics Summit. Please review the usage guidelines.

Cost

Varies

Advertising

Choose from a range of strategic options to promote your brand to over 14,000 physicists from around the world.

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Printed program guide ads

Advertise in the printed program guide provided to attendees onsite.

Purchase program ads

Back cover

Program guide ad, back cover

Cost

$5,500

Inside front cover

Program guide ad, inside front cover

Cost

$4,000

Inside back cover

Program guide ad, inside back cover

Cost

$3,500

Run of section

Program guide ad, run of section (full page)

Cost

$3,000

Ad retargeting

Extend your reach beyond the event — sponsor ad retargeting to stay top-of-mind with attendees through digital ads shown pre-, during, and post-meeting across the web.

Purchase ad retargeting

10,000 impressions

Ad retargeting (10,000 impressions)

Cost

$750

30,000 impressions

Ad retargeting (30,000 impressions)

Cost

$1,750

50,000 impressions

Ad retargeting (50,000 impressions)

Cost

$3,000

100,000 impressions

Ad retargeting (100,000 impressions)

Cost

$5,000

Become an exhibitor

Choose from a range of exhibitor opportunities that will highlight your products and services for our 14,000+ attendees.

Contact us

For more information about ways to partner with APS at scientific meetings, as well as information about our meetings and events in 2025, please reach out to the APS Exhibit and Sponsorship Manager.

Insurance disclaimer

As of April 2025, insurance coverage for exhibitor booths is now included in the cost of the booth space. Proof of this coverage will be provided directly by the insurance vendor approximately three to four weeks prior to each meeting. Accordingly, individual exhibitors are no longer required to submit separate proof of insurance to APS.

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