Media Partner Program
Partner Program
Promote AAPEX 2026 to your audience and receive visibility leading up to and at the event through our partner program, a trade opportunity that exchanges AAPEX advertising for exposure to our audience. All relevant, qualified media channels are eligible to participate in the program, and we welcome emerging media as well.
Become A Partner
To become a 2026 media partner, contact mdg by emailing Paige Nank with your company name, media outlet, media kit, which marketing opportunities you’re interested in, and the ad materials you’re offering in exchange.
AAPEX Media Partner Marketing Opportunities
| Promotion for AAPEX Provided by Partners (select from the following) | AAPEX Promotional Opportunities for Media Partners (select from the following) |
|---|---|
| Publish AAPEX show- and industry- related content | Website and Show Guide recognition |
| Three promotional emails over three months | Ad inclusion in quarterly newsletter |
| Banner ad display to run for three months | One publication bin for corresponding registered publication |
| Full page 4/C ad or equivalent in three issues | One social media post on Facebook |
| Half page 4/C ad in six issues | Partial or dedicated use of on-site podcast studio at AAPEX 2026 |
| Monthly Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn posts for three months | Brand logo and linking URL on Media Partners page on AAPEXshow.com |
| Three podcast/radio spots over three months | Brand logo in Media Partner section of on-site Buyer’s Guide |
| AAPEX logo on six weekly/biweekly/monthly emails and media website |
Interested in More Visibility at AAPEX 2026?
Choose what you’d like to add to your barter, and we’ll create a custom package for you
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Additional Publication Bin Add another on-site pub bin to promote more publications. | $3,000 |
| 10×10 Exhibit Hall Booth* Booth space in the Exhibit Hall. Comes with one standard booth package ($4,000 value). | $5,000 |
Additional Promotion Channels
We’re open to additional media inventory based on availability; custom partner packages can also include:
- List rentals
- Blog mentions
- Retargeting pixel placement on your website
- Podcast or video sponsorship
- Inserts/ride alongs in your publication
Terms & Conditions
All barter offers must exist in a published media kit and have an associated dollar value. We strive to achieve a trade negotiation that is as equal in value as possible between both parties.
AAPEX reserves the right to review all creative content prior to inclusion of submitted materials. Inappropriate content and promotion of conferences and/or exhibition events owned or represented by media partners will not be accepted or used.
Previous media partner agreements have the potential to be renewed year after year with the same bartered deliverables as listed in the previous agreement. If you would like to renew, make changes, or end your partnership, please contact us.
Additional Details Regarding Marketing Opportunities
Exhibit Hall Booth
Booth space availability is limited and on a first-come, first-served basis. Location of booth will be at AAPEX’s discretion acknowledging that the best available will be provided. Booth must be staffed by media partner personnel at all times during exhibit hall hours (Nov 3-Nov 5, 2026). If booth is not staffed, it will be considered abandoned and future requests for booth space will be declined.
Digital Magazine Hub
New issues can be swapped out by sending updated links/files and cover image to us. Flipbook format is required for all electronic issues. Links to websites will not be accepted.