SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
Why Exhibit or Sponsor?
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference (ASSEC) is an annual event. By inviting nationally recognized speakers, as well as knowledgeable local experts in the areas of disabilities and education, ASSEC has become a highly anticipated event within the field of special education in Alaska.
ASSEC attracts hundreds of classroom teachers, special education teachers, administrators, parents, health care professionals, and specialists whose work revolves around the educations and well-being of children and adults with disabilities. The 2026 conference drew over 250 participants from across Alaska.
The format of the conference includes three main days of conference workshops (February 8 - 10, 2027) with two days of pre-conference credit courses before the main conference begins. Exhibitor hours will occur only on the main three days of the conference.
Acceptance
Exhibitor and sponsor acceptance is based on alignment with the mission of the Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference Association.
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference Association (ASSECA) will conduct a formal review process for all NEW exhibitor and sponsor submissions. Once the review process is complete, you will be notified accordingly and given a password to complete and pay for your registration. Past Exhibitors and Sponsors will be automatically approved to exhibit or be a sponsor at ASSEC. A password will be required to register. Please contact Lorell David at lorell@idoeventsak.com if you have not been sent the password.
Mission Statement
ASSECA provides quality staff development and networking opportunities for Alaska educators. Through an annual Conference, ASSECA promotes current and effective educational practices. As part of coordinated statewide training, ASSECA strives to improve outcomes for students with exceptionalities; ASSECA activities are planned and implemented by a geographic and culturally representative team of educators, parents, and community members.
The goal of ASSECA is to promote students’ successful integration within society.
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference (ASSEC) is an annual event. By inviting nationally recognized speakers, as well as knowledgeable local experts in the areas of disabilities and education, ASSEC has become a highly anticipated event within the field of special education in Alaska.
ASSEC attracts hundreds of classroom teachers, special education teachers, administrators, parents, health care professionals, and specialists whose work revolves around the educations and well-being of children and adults with disabilities. The 2026 conference drew over 250 participants from across Alaska.
The format of the conference includes three main days of conference workshops (February 8 - 10, 2027) with two days of pre-conference credit courses before the main conference begins. Exhibitor hours will occur only on the main three days of the conference.
Acceptance
Exhibitor and sponsor acceptance is based on alignment with the mission of the Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference Association.
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference Association (ASSECA) will conduct a formal review process for all NEW exhibitor and sponsor submissions. Once the review process is complete, you will be notified accordingly and given a password to complete and pay for your registration. Past Exhibitors and Sponsors will be automatically approved to exhibit or be a sponsor at ASSEC. A password will be required to register. Please contact Lorell David at lorell@idoeventsak.com if you have not been sent the password.
Mission Statement
ASSECA provides quality staff development and networking opportunities for Alaska educators. Through an annual Conference, ASSECA promotes current and effective educational practices. As part of coordinated statewide training, ASSECA strives to improve outcomes for students with exceptionalities; ASSECA activities are planned and implemented by a geographic and culturally representative team of educators, parents, and community members.
The goal of ASSECA is to promote students’ successful integration within society.
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
Exhibitor Inclusions
Exhibitor registration includes one 6' skirted table with 2 chairs, Continental Breakfast, the Monday Night Social (for up to 2 exhibitors), the Tuesday Awards Breakfast, and AM Coffee Breaks. If approved, exhibitors are expected to adhere to the regulations which will be emailed in their acceptance notice. A maximum of two exhibitors per exhibit table are allowed.
We suggest you bring extension cords and surge protectors, if needed. Please note that security is not provided and ASSEC will not be responsible for lost or stolen items.
All Exhibitors will be recognized on our conference website and App.
Exhibitor Fees
6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Non-Profit) - $250.00
6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Profit) - $400.00
**All Exhibitor tables will be set in the Pre-function area located on the 2nd floor in front of the Ballroom. Please note that exhibitor space is limited, so all displays must be confined to a standard six-foot table with two chairs. To ensure a consistent and accessible layout, we kindly ask that you do not bring large backdrops or oversized setups.
Exhibitor Show Hours
Set-up - Sunday, February 7, 2027 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Show -
Monday, February 8, 2027 (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)
Tuesday, February 9, 2027 (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Wednesday, February 10, 2027 (7:00 am - 10:30 am)
Breakdown -
Wednesday, February 10, 2027 (10:30 am - 1:00 pm)
Shipping Information
If you are planning on sending boxes ahead of time to the hotel, please be sure all boxes are clearly marked with the person’s name and the conference name. Please do not send boxes too far in advance due to limited storage. Three days in advanced is the suggested maximum.
Hotel Address:
Marriott Anchorage Downtown ATTN: ASSEC Feb. 8-10, 2027
820 West 7th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
Hold For: YOUR NAME / Arrival Date
Exhibitor Inclusions
Exhibitor registration includes one 6' skirted table with 2 chairs, Continental Breakfast, the Monday Night Social (for up to 2 exhibitors), the Tuesday Awards Breakfast, and AM Coffee Breaks. If approved, exhibitors are expected to adhere to the regulations which will be emailed in their acceptance notice. A maximum of two exhibitors per exhibit table are allowed.
We suggest you bring extension cords and surge protectors, if needed. Please note that security is not provided and ASSEC will not be responsible for lost or stolen items.
All Exhibitors will be recognized on our conference website and App.
Exhibitor Fees
6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Non-Profit) - $250.00
6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Profit) - $400.00
**All Exhibitor tables will be set in the Pre-function area located on the 2nd floor in front of the Ballroom. Please note that exhibitor space is limited, so all displays must be confined to a standard six-foot table with two chairs. To ensure a consistent and accessible layout, we kindly ask that you do not bring large backdrops or oversized setups.
Exhibitor Show Hours
Set-up - Sunday, February 7, 2027 (10:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Show -
Monday, February 8, 2027 (7:00 am - 3:30 pm)
Tuesday, February 9, 2027 (8:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Wednesday, February 10, 2027 (7:00 am - 10:30 am)
Breakdown -
Wednesday, February 10, 2027 (10:30 am - 1:00 pm)
Shipping Information
If you are planning on sending boxes ahead of time to the hotel, please be sure all boxes are clearly marked with the person’s name and the conference name. Please do not send boxes too far in advance due to limited storage. Three days in advanced is the suggested maximum.
Hotel Address:
Marriott Anchorage Downtown ATTN: ASSEC Feb. 8-10, 2027
820 West 7th Avenue
Anchorage, AK 99501
Hold For: YOUR NAME / Arrival Date
SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference offers various opportunities for participation as a sponsor once committee approved to fit within the guidelines of the mission of ASSEC.
Sponsor Levels
$3,000- Titanium Level
The Alaska Statewide Special Education Conference offers various opportunities for participation as a sponsor once committee approved to fit within the guidelines of the mission of ASSEC.
Sponsor Levels
$3,000- Titanium Level
- Recognition Sign for event sponsorship
- One (1) 6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Value $400)
- Recognition on the conference website (with link)
- Onscreen projection of your sponsorship identified as Titanium Level in Keynote Session
- Recognition in the Conference App
- Verbal announcement from the podium
- Insertion of one (1) approved & provided item in the Conference attendee packet (Value $100)
- One (1) full conference registration (Value $320)
- Special recognition name tag ribbon for participant from your organization (limit 5)
- One (1) 6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Value $400)
- Recognition on the conference website (with link)
- Onscreen projection of your sponsorship identified as Platinum Level in Keynote Session
- Recognition in the Conference App
- Verbal announcement from the podium
- Insertion of one (1) approved & provided item in the Conference attendee packet (Value $100)
- One (1) full conference registration (Value $320)
- Special recognition name tag ribbon for participant from your organization (limit 5)
- One (1) 6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Value $400)
- Recognition on the conference website (with link)
- Onscreen projection of your sponsorship identified as Gold Level in Keynote Session
- Recognition in the Conference App
- Verbal announcement from the podium
- One (1) full conference registration (Value $320)
- Special recognition name tag ribbons for participants from your organization (limit 5)
- One (1) 6-foot tabletop exhibit space (Value $400) -
- Recognition on the conference website (with link)
- Onscreen projection of your sponsorship identified as Silver Level in Keynote Session
- Recognition in the Conference App
- Verbal announcement from the podium
- Special recognition name tag ribbons for participants from your organization (limit 5)
- Recognition on the conference website (with link)
- Onscreen projection of your sponsorship identified as Bronze Level in Keynote Session
- Recognition in the Conference App
- Verbal announcement from the podium
- Name Badge Lanyards (1 opportunity) - $1,000 (Organization to provide lanyards for each conference attendee - 350 needed)
- Attendee Bag Stuffer - One Page Advertisement (unlimited) - $100 per sheet - 350 needed
- Attendee Bag Stuffer - One Promotional Giveaway Item (unlimited) - $75.00 per item - 350 needed
Exhibitor & Sponsor Registration to open Monday, August 17, 2026