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Conference Sponsorship Opportunities
COMTO’s National Meeting & Training Conference (NMTC) is attended by transportation professionals at all career levels seeking an unparalleled networking opportunity, unique insights and curated content, focused on top industry trends, research and best practices. Customized packages are available upon request.
Please contact Delia Gonçalves, Delia@COMTO.org, for any sponsorship inquiries.
the nmtc provides sponsOrs with:
High visibility exposure
Cross promotion and engagement with transportation professionals and other sponsors
Access to COMTO’s audience and members through social content
A chance to engage with your target audience and prospective customers
All packages and prices are subject change.
You may purchase sponsorship online or complete the sponsorship commitment form and return to Delia Gonçalves - VP,
External Affairs. Some sponsorship items have limited availability. Please contact Delia
for more information and to confirm availability.
Premier Partner - $75,000
Sponsorship of Premier Event (Choose 1)
Industry Awards Gala (Tuesday, July 28, 2026)
Welcome remarks and introduction of the President's Award for Excellence
Opportunity to show short marketing video
Opening Plenary and Keynote Speaker (1 Keynote Only - Sunday, July 26, 2026)
Opening remarks and introduction of keynote speaker
Opportunity to show a short marketing video
Welcome Reception (Saturday, July 25, 2026)
Opening remarks
Opportunity to show a short marketing video
Hotel Key Card Sponsor (1st come/1st selection)
Additional Sponsor Benefits
(5) Conference Registrations
(4) Annual Individual Memberships
(1) Reserved Table for Industry Awards
(1) Reserved Table for Scholarship Awards
(3) Specialized recognition of the sponsorship (1) Eblast (2) social media posts
(1) Exhibit Booth
Featured article in COMTO's 2026 industry publication - Accelerate (shared with conference attendees)
Logo included on all conference signage, marketing materials and collateral
Welcome Bag Item – Branded item to be included in the welcome bag to be distributed to all attendees. To be provided by sponsor and can include marketing material or other branded items for inclusion. Additional collateral can be included, and provided by a sponsor, subject to approval.
Sponsor Promo Video - Sponsor provides video elements, while COMTO will produce, edit and post to social media platforms. Social Promo Video will not exceed 1 min in length. Sponsor video material to provide should include: recorded testimonial/interview (60 seconds) and supporting video or pictures. (please contact Delia Gonçalves for guidance).
Power Plenary: The Power of Public Private Partnerships (Monday, July 27, 2026)
Opening remarks
Opportunity to show a short marketing video
Workforce Development Plenary and CITY Internship Showcase (Breakfast) (Tuesday, July 25, 2026)
Exclusive Opportunity to address 2026 CITY Intern cohort
Opening remarks
Opportunity to show a short marketing video
Additional Sponsorship Benefits
(4) Conference Registrations
(2) Annual Individual Memberships
(1) Reserved Table for Industry Awards
(1) Reserved Table for Scholarship Awards
(1) Exhibit Booth
Logo included on all conference signage, marketing materials and collateral
Welcome Bag Item - A branded item to be included in the Welcome bag to be distributed to all attendees. To be provided by the sponsor and can include marketing material, or other branded items for inclusion. Additional collateral can be included, provided by a sponsor, subject to approval.
Sponsor Promo Video - Sponsor provides video elements, while COMTO will produce, edit and post to social media platforms. Social Promo Video will not exceed 1 min in length. Sponsor video material to provide should include: recorded testimonial/interview (60 seconds) and supporting video or pictures. (please contact Delia Gonçalves for guidance).
Track 4: Honoring Our Journey – 55 Years of COMTO History - Recognition on conference app
- LOGO recognition as official sponsor of abstracts presented in selected track on all printed and marketing materials, and on the conference website. Opportunity to include sponsor slide at the beginning and end of each presentation. (Slide must be provided by June 15, 2026)
Additional Sponsorship Benefits
(3) Conference Registrations
(2) Annual Individual Memberships
(1) Exhibit Booth
Logo included on all conference signage, marketing materials and collateral
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP SPONSOR - $15,000
Sponsor one of two professional development workshops offered to attendees to cover skill building topics from industry experts. Sponsor to provide welcome remarks to attendees and logo included on session signage & conference website.
Sponsor COMTO History Museum and COMTO will showcase your company's shared history in the exhibit. (Artifacts to be provided by sponsor)
Sponsor COMTO Studio 71 - Throwback to original interview program in front of a live "studio" audience, Sunday July 26, 2026, 3:30-4:00 PM and 6:30-7:00 PM.
Sponsor will open Studio 71 with a 5-minute 1-on-1 interview (to air in COMTO podcast).
Company logo will be featured throughout the space and a 50-word description in the conference program book (deadline is 6/1/26).
pre-conference Happy Hour sponsor - $10,000 (friday, july 24,2025, 5:00pm-6:30pm)
Sponsor Networking Happy Hour for attendees of our pre-conference celebration. Signage at reception and program recognition. Guests will gather for light refreshments (beer/wine, appetizers) before heading out to the Nationals' Game. Provide opening remarks, sponsor signage throughout Pre-Conference Networking Reception Happy Hour and program recognition.
baseball sponsor - $6,000 (friday, july 24, 2025, time 6:45 PM - Washington Nationals Vs arizona Diamondbacks)
Sponsor this uniquely Washington DC experience with signage through the pre-conference networking reception, happy hour and program recognition. Get seven (7) suite attendee tickets at your attendees will enjoy a specially curated excursion to the Washington National Stadium as the Washington Nationals take on the Diamond Backs along with for pre-conference attendees. This includes suite access, with food and open bar. Guests will be allowed to enter the stadium up to 1 hour before the start of the game.
Looking for a great way to “connect” your company with conference attendees? Stations are placed at key, high traffic areas for use by all attendees. This is a high visibility opportunity.
Step back in time by stepping into the booth and closing the curtain behind you! This Vintage Photo booth will be offered at Saturday's 1971! Party. Logo printed on the photo strip with the theme.
Offered at key, high traffic areas for use by all attendees stopping by for a refreshing drink or mint. Sponsors will have a logo printed on all the mints and waters through the conference. This sponsorship will also include signage and recognition in the program book and on the conference application.
Learning is hard work and people need a break. Be the hero, while gaining premium exposure, by offering conference attendees that much-needed cup of coffee so they get the jump start they need for the rest of the day.
Sound Bath Relaxation and Meditation sponsor - $5,000
Host two wellness meditative sessions where up to 30 attendees (per session) lie down and listen to resonant sounds from singing bowls, gongs, and chimes for deep relaxation and stress relief.
Instructor and mats will be provided.
Logo included on signage at & around registration, on conference website & in program book.
Branded item to be included in welcome bag to be distributed to all attendees. Additional collateral can be included, provided by sponsor, subject to approval.
