Exhibitor Schedule

Booth Information

The 2026 CATO exhibitor interactive map will be added soon.

Inclusions with Every Exhibition Space

At the CATO Conference, we want to ensure your exhibition experience is as comfortable and convenient as possible. With every exhibition space, you'll enjoy the following amenities:

🪑 6' Table with a Table Skirt: A spacious 6-foot table equipped with a table skirt provides an attractive and functional display area.

🌂 Pipe & Drape: Professionally set up pipe and drape, offering privacy and a polished backdrop for your exhibit.

🪑 Two Chairs: Two comfortable chairs for you and your team to use while interacting with visitors and conducting business.

🗑️ Wastebasket: A wastebasket for easy trash disposal, helping you maintain a clean and organized exhibit space.

🔷 Carpet: A carpeted floor in your space, creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for both exhibitors and visitors.

📡 Wi-Fi: Complimentary Wi-Fi access ensures you stay connected and can easily manage your digital needs during the event.

🍱 Lunch Delivery: Enjoy at least two lunches, delivered directly to your exhibit space, complete with bottled water, providing you and a team member with a convenient and refreshing meal option during the event.

📛 Exhibitor Badges: Additionally, exhibitors will receive a minimum of two exhibitor badges, providing access and recognition for your team members throughout the event.

These inclusions are designed to enhance your exhibition experience and provide you with a hassle-free setup. We look forward to helping you make the most of your participation at our show. If you have any additional requests or questions, please don't hesitate to contact our team.

🟦 Standard Exhibitor Package

$1,800

Includes:

• 10’ x 8’ carpeted booth space

• Pipe & drape booth setup

• Draped 8’ table and two chairs

• Company listing in exhibitor guide

• Exhibitor badges included

• Breakfast access on vendor day

• Exhibit hall happy hour exposure

• Raffle participation eligibility

This option is ideal for companies looking to maintain presence and connect directly with end users in an active tactical environment.

🥉 Bronze Sponsor

$2,200

Includes everything in the Standard Package PLUS:

• Preferred booth placement

• Small logo placement on conference signage

• Recognition on conference website

• One dedicated social media spotlight post

• Two (2) exhibitor badges included

• Breakfast & lunch included for two representatives

Bronze Sponsorship increases brand visibility while maintaining cost efficiency.

🥈 Silver Sponsor

$4,500

Includes Bronze benefits PLUS:

• 20’ x 8’ premium booth space (center aisle placement)

• Medium logo placement on signage throughout conference

• Two dedicated social media spotlight posts

• Three (3) exhibitor badges included

• Breakfast & lunch for three representatives

• Digital ad displayed during conference sessions

Silver Sponsorship significantly increases booth footprint and marketing reach throughout the event.

🥇 Gold Sponsor

$8,500

Includes Silver benefits PLUS:

• Premium high-visibility booth placement

• Largest logo placement on conference signage

• Three dedicated social media spotlight posts (one per conference day)

• Four (4) exhibitor badges included

• Breakfast & lunch for four representatives

• Priority placement in exhibitor guide

Gold Sponsorship provides maximum exposure before, during, and after the conference.

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📋 Attendee Contact List

$500 (Optional Add-On)

Available to registered vendors only.

Includes post-conference access to attendee contact information (name, title, agency).

Providing the attendee list is standard practice within the tactical training industry and remains one of the most requested vendor benefits. This allows your team to follow up with meaningful connections established during the event.

CATO does not sell contact lists to non-participating companies.

Exhibitor Credentials / Badges

Exhibitor Badge Requirement

🔖 Mandatory Badge Display: For the safety and smooth operation of the CATO Conference, all exhibitors are required to wear and prominently display the official conference badge issued in the name of each registered exhibitor.  Additional exhibitor badges, including lunches outside those allocated in your package, can be purchased for $60 per person.

👤 Personal Identification: Your conference badge serves as your identification and access pass to the event. It ensures that you are recognized as an authorized exhibitor.

🤝 Networking and Recognition: The badge not only identifies you as a participant but also aids in networking and recognition. It makes it easy for attendees and fellow exhibitors to connect with you.

🗓️Throughout the Exhibition: This requirement applies throughout the duration of your exhibition at the conference. Please wear and display your badge prominently at all times while you are exhibiting.

📧 Lost or Damaged Badges: In the event of a lost or damaged badge, please contact our exhibitor registration desk for a replacement.

👤 Editing Attendee Badges: If you do not yet know who from your organization will attend, you can edit your allotted badges at any time by logging into your CATO company profile after registration.

💼 Additional Badges: If you require additional badges for your team, they can be purchased for $60 per badge during the registration process. After registering, you can also request and purchase additional badges by emailing us at vendor@catotraining.org. Please note that:

• Exhibitor name badges are created from this section.
• Every badge comes with a lunch.

🎯 Badge / Booth Sharing: Booth sharing between organizations is NOT permitted and may result in your organization being barred from future CATO events. All registered badges must be for official representatives of the exhibiting organization.

Your cooperation in adhering to this badge requirement is greatly appreciated. It ensures a secure and productive environment for all participants. Thank you for your commitment to the success of our event.