Why Sponsor Broadband Nation Expo 2026?

Broadband Nation Expo

Drive the Future of Connectivity. 

Align Your Brand with the Nation's Ultimate Event for End-to-End Connectivity.

Lead the Conversation on End-to-End Connectivity

Broadband Nation Expo 2026 is The Next Era of End-to-End Connectivity—uniting the full ecosystem of public and private broadband stakeholders. As a sponsor, you’ll place your brand at the forefront of pivotal national conversations around funding, infrastructure, access, and digital equity. 

With an expanded scope and elevated venue at the Hilton Riverside New Orleans, this year’s event delivers a unique opportunity to influence decision-makers, generate leads, and showcase your impact on broadband transformation. 

Top Reasons to Sponsor

Why Sponsors Choose Broadband Nation Expo

Unmatched Audience Access

Connect with state and federal broadband funding authorities, ISPs, WISPs, telcos, utilities, and local governments.


New Business Leads

Capture demand from infrastructure contractors, technology buyers, and community-led broadband coalitions.


Premium Brand Visibility

Get high-profile placement in front of a national audience—onsite, online, and across integrated marketing channels.


Content Leadership

Position your team as thought leaders through speaking slots, panels, and workshops tied to key 2025 themes.


Exclusive Networking

Access invite-only receptions, VIP roundtables, and one-on-one meetings with high-value stakeholders.


Support Digital Equity

Be seen as a key player in helping bridge the digital divide in rural, underserved, and tribal communities.

BBNE Sponsor Reasons

New & Expanded Sponsorship Opportunities for 2026

More Ways to Stand Out This Year

Reach

The ONLY event specifically designed for fiber operators, wireless carriers and more

Educate

Three days of in person content developed ​by our Conference team ​and Advisory Board

Connect

Dedicated networking activities – from coffee breaks to cocktail receptions

Engage

Tailored opportunities ​that are built to fit with your business model (Education, Visibility, Thought Leadership, Business Development)

We’ve expanded our sponsorship offerings to create new, high-impact ways to activate your brand and engage with attendees:

Speaking Opportunity

Lead the discussion or join the leading minds and innovators in the industry with a speaking spot. Opportunities include stand-alone Plenary sessions, Panels and more.

Exhibit Area​

Connect with attendees during networking breaks, meals and receptions with a 10x10 networking footprint to build out as you choose.

Networking Receptions​

Connect with attendees during the day during coffee breaks, Cocktail Reception and share insights from the day.

Meeting Zone

Broadband Nation Expo has a crowded show floor, which means finding space to hold your meetings can be a difficult task. Meeting table and rooms are available that allow for space to facilitate multiple meetings in your own space.

Broadband Nation Connect

Broadband Nation Connect will connect you with a series of rural and regional careers and ISPs to set up meetings during the show and get your foot in the door.

Research Report Packages

Plus, innovative opportunities like the Headshot Lounge, Puppy Park, and more!

A Growing Audience. Expanding Influence.

1000+
Expected Attendees
50+
Government Agencies & Offices Represented
100+
Regional and National ISPs Represented
3 Days
of High-Impact Networking
1:1
Meeting Opportunities with Decision-Makers
Broadband Nation Expo Floor

Partner with Us to Build the Broadband Nation

Whether you're looking to generate leads, build relationships, or shape national broadband policy, sponsoring Broadband Nation Expo 2026 puts your brand in the room where decisions are made.

 Schedule a call with our team to create a custom package that fits your goals.

Connect

Connect in person with decision makers from all over the world at the Broadband Nation Expo. 

 

Learn

Learn how collaboration will lead to a more connected and vibrant society, in benefit of individuals and communities.

 

Nurture

Nurture connections with federal funding leaders and state representatives from the wider broadband industry, including fiber operators, MSO's, WISP's, wireless carriers and more.

Let's work together

Find out why Broadband Nation Expo & Data Center Excellence Summit is the right show for you!