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General Information The NLIT Summit is sponsored by the NLIT Society, a professional society founded to facilitate the exchange of best practices and ideas among IT and Cybersecurity professionals within the DOE complex, strengthen the infrastructure, and identify efficiencies within the DOE laboratory system. The Summit facilitates sharing information regarding all aspects of IT and Cybersecurity operations, technology, policies, and practices in support of research conducted at the Laboratories. It is open to all personnel in the IT and Cybersecurity fields working at Laboratories and Plants affiliated with government funded activities, as well as Federal government employees in the IT or Cybersecurity fields that work at agencies associated with the participating Laboratories.

The Summit consists of presentations, Community of Interest Network (COIN) collaboration sessions, panel discussions, tutorials, and technology demonstrations on a variety of topics of current interest to the IT community within DOE. There is an emphasis on providing opportunities for active participation and networking between attendees. Best practices, strategies, methodologies, implementations, lessons learned, innovative solutions, and emerging topics within the DOE community are shared during the Summit’s many sessions and events.

Pricing Marketing Services Package Fee:

$6,995 Gold Sponsor
$10,995 Platinum Sponsor
$15,995 Titanium Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)
$29,995 Summit Peak Exhibitor (2 available)

$6,995 Gold Sponsor

$10,995 Platinum Sponsor

$15,995 Titanium Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)

$29,995 Summit Peak Exhibitor (2 available)

Add-on Sponsorships:

$2,500 Executive POV Video
$3,000 Topaz Exposure Opportunity (5 available)
$5,000 Break Sponsor (Tues) (Sold Out)
$5,000 Break Sponsor (Wed) (2 available)
$5,000 Coffee Station Exposure Opportunity (Tues) (3 available)
$5,000 Coffee Station Exposure Opportunity (Wed) (3 available)
$5,000 Emerald Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)
$5,000 Lunch Exposure Opportunity (Tues) (5 available)
$5,000 Lunch Exposure Sponsorship (Wed) (5 available)
$6,000 Pen Sponsorship (Sold Out)
$6,000 Water Bottle Sponsor (3 available)
$7,500 Booth Demo Video
$8,000 Bag Sponsorship (Sold Out)
$8,000 Directional Signage Sponsor (Sold Out)
$10,000 Diamond Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)
$10,000 Mobile App Sponsor (Sold Out)
$12,000 Lanyard Sponsor (Sold Out)
$12,000 Name Badge Sponsor (1 available)
$12,000 WiFi Sponsor (Sold Out)
$20,000 Executive Interview Video
$29,995 Summit Workshop Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)

$2,500 Executive POV Video

$3,000 Topaz Exposure Opportunity (5 available)

$5,000 Break Sponsor (Tues) (Sold Out)

$5,000 Break Sponsor (Wed) (2 available)

$5,000 Coffee Station Exposure Opportunity (Tues) (3 available)

$5,000 Coffee Station Exposure Opportunity (Wed) (3 available)

$5,000 Emerald Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)

$5,000 Lunch Exposure Opportunity (Tues) (5 available)

$5,000 Lunch Exposure Sponsorship (Wed) (5 available)

$6,000 Pen Sponsorship (Sold Out)

$6,000 Water Bottle Sponsor (3 available)

$7,500 Booth Demo Video

$8,000 Bag Sponsorship (Sold Out)

$8,000 Directional Signage Sponsor (Sold Out)

$10,000 Diamond Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)

$10,000 Mobile App Sponsor (Sold Out)

$12,000 Lanyard Sponsor (Sold Out)

$12,000 Name Badge Sponsor (1 available)

$12,000 WiFi Sponsor (Sold Out)

$20,000 Executive Interview Video

$29,995 Summit Workshop Exposure Opportunity (Sold Out)

Register Now Marketing Service Package EXHIBIT SPACE OPPORTUNITIES

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Summit Gold Level Exhibit Package: $6,995

10x10 exhibit space location on exhibit floor
Three (3) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Company listing in mobile app
Logo placement on homepage of Summit website and in mobile app
Opportunity to submit an abstract to be considered for presentation

Summit Platinum Level Exhibit Package: $10,995

Company logo on Summit Platinum Exhibitor recognition slide
Premium 10x10 exhibit space location on exhibit floor
Six (6) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on homepage of Summit website and in mobile app
Company listing in mobile app
10 drink tickets to be distributed at welcome reception
Opportunity to submit an abstract to be considered for presentation

Summit Titanium Level Exhibit Package: $15,995

Company logo on Summit Titanium Exhibitor recognition slide
Exclusive 10x10 exhibit booth space location on exhibit floor
Six (6) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on homepage of Summit website and in mobile app
Company listing in mobile app
White paper included in mobile app listing
Full page ad or white paper (color, 1-sided, 8.5 x 11”) of your choice included in the supporter highlight publication distributed at registration
20 drink tickets to be distributed at welcome reception
Presentation slot (30 minutes) on the official agenda! Session must be educational and not a sales pitch. Presentation must be approved by host. Spaces are very limited for this opportunity. Abstract must be submitted for approval by March 1. Failure to submit an abstract by March 1 may result in a loss of presentation opportunity.

Summit Peak Level Exhibit Package: $29,995

15x15 walled meeting space in the exhibit hall for two days (May 5 & 6)
Exclusive 10x10 exhibit booth space location on exhibit floor
Company logo on welcome banners placed at strategic event locations
Company logo included on a conference branded giveaway distributed to attendees
Company logo on Summit Peak Exhibitor recognition slide
Ten (10) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on homepage of Summit website and in mobile app
Company listing in mobile app
White paper included in mobile app listing
Full page ad or white paper (color, 1-sided, 8.5 x 11”) of your choice included in the supporter highlight publication distributed at registration
20 drink tickets to be distributed at welcome reception
Presentation slot (30 minutes) on the official agenda! Session must be educational and not a sales pitch. Presentation must be approved by host. Spaces are very limited for this opportunity. Abstract must be submitted for approval by March 1. Failure to submit an abstract by March 1 may result in a loss of presentation opportunity.

*NEW* VIDEO BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES
We are excited to partner with GovExec TV to offer companies at the NLIT Summit the following opportunities to create professional video content. These offerings are designed to elevate your brand and expand your reach within government audiences.

Executive Interview Video: $20,000

Share your thought leadership and expertise in a format designed to resonate with government decision-makers. Includes:

End-to-end production of a professionally scripted, multi-camera one-on-one video interview (10-12 min in length). Filming will take place at your booth or alternative space located onsite at event.
Professionally produced and edited video (1–3 minutes) with branded intro/outro and lower-third graphics
1 full-length video + 3 social media clips delivered as MP4 files provided post-event
Digital promotion across GovExec websites, newsletters, and social channels driving 300k impressions

Booth Demo Video: $7,500

Whether showcasing your solution or delivering tailored insights, this turnkey video can be shared post-event to drive visibility, credibility, and engagement with government decision-makers while also serving as a polished demo asset for your broader marketing and sales efforts. Includes:

End-to-end product of your demo filmed at your booth and featuring your executive, SME, or product expert in real time.
Professionally produced and edited video (1–3 minutes) with branded intro/outro and lower-third graphics.
One full-length video + three social media clips delivered as MP4 files provided post-event

Executive POV Video: $2,500

Showcase your brand’s concise executive statement on your selected topic/question - captured in a single, high-impact response designed to inform, not explain. Includes:

End-to-end production of a professionally scripted video featuring your SME. Filming will take place at your booth or alternative space located onsite at event.
Professionally produced and edited video (30-seconds) with branded graphics
1 full-length video provided post-event

Sponsorships Reception Sponsorships:

Topaz Exposure Opportunity: $3,000 (Limited to 8) *Only Available with the Purchase of an Exhibit Space Package
(Supporter of the Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception on May 4)
Exposure Includes:

Two (2) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on the Sponsors section of the mobile app
Signage at Reception with Company Logo
Company Logo on Event Poster and Invite
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

Emerald Exposure Opportunity: $5,000 (Limited to 5)
(Supporter of the Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception on May 4)
Exposure Includes:

Three (3) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on the Sponsors section of the mobile app
Signage at Reception with Company Logo
50 Drink Tickets to be distributed at event
Company Logo on Event Poster and Invite
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

Diamond Exposure Opportunity: $10,000 (Limited to 3)
(Supporter of the Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception on May 4)
Exposure Includes:

Six (6) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on the Sponsors section of the mobile app
Premium signage at Reception with Company Logo
100 Drink Tickets to be distributed at event
Company Logo on Event Banner, Beverage Napkins and Invite
White paper included in mobile app listing
Paper (color, 1-sided, 8.5 x 11”) of your choice included in the supporter highlight publication distributed at registration
Push notification through mobile app recognizing support of reception
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:

Break Exposure Opportunity: $5,000 (Limited to three on May 5, three on May 6)
Recognized as all Day (AM AND PM) break sponsor on one conference day
Exposure Includes:

Logo placement on the Sponsors section of the mobile app
Signs with company logo promoting your company during the breaks
Push notification through mobile app recognizing support of breaks
Three (3) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

Lunch Exposure Opportunity: $5,000 (Limited to six May 5, six on May 6)
Exposure Includes:

Three (3) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on the Sponsors section of the mobile app
Posters at Lunch with Company Logo
Signs on all lunch tables with company logo recognizing your support
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

Coffee Station Exposure Opportunity: $5,000 (Limited to three May 5, three on May 6) Exclusive sponsor of both days: $18,000
Exposure Includes:

Three (3) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on the Sponsors section of the mobile app
Company Logo on beverage napkin
Posters near coffee station (located adjacent to the breakout rooms in the presentation area) with Company Logo
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)
Exclusive sponsorship will also receive logo branding on coffee cups and three additional passes (6 total)

Summit Peak Workshop Level Package: $29,995

Opportunity to host pre-conference training workshops on May 4. Workshops can be up to 4 hours in length and will be marketed to laboratory personnel in advance of the event. Workshop content must be approved in advance by the planning committee.
Company logo on Summit Peak recognition banners
Company logo included on a conference branded giveaway distributed to attendees
Company logo on Summit Peak recognition slide
Ten (10) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Logo placement on homepage of Summit website and in mobile app
Company listing in mobile app
White paper included in mobile app listing
Full page ad or white paper (color, 1-sided, 8.5 x 11”) of your choice included in the supporter highlight publication distributed at registration
20 drink tickets to be distributed at welcome reception
One Hour presentation session on the official agenda. Session must be educational and not a sales pitch. Presentation must be approved by host. Spaces are very limited for this opportunity. Abstract must be submitted for approval by March 1. Failure to submit an abstract by March 1 may result in a loss of presentation opportunity.
Exhibit Space Not Included (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

GIVEAWAY ITEMS & BRANDING OPPORTUNITIES:
Unless noted differently, all give away items and branding opportunities listed below will include the following:

FBC will order/design chosen item for up to 650 government attendees
Company Logo on the conference website, mobile app, and event signage
Two (2) passes to the NLIT Summit (This includes access to the exhibit hall and breakout sessions)
Booth space is not included in this price (See Exhibit Hall Exposure Opportunities)

Premium Water Bottle Co-Sponsor: $6,000
Company logo included on NLIT Summit branded water bottle distributed at registration. The total distributed will be determined by the final number of sponsors.

Pen Sponsor: $6,000
Company logo included on the NLIT Summit branded pen distributed at registration.

Directional Signs: $8,000
Company logo included on NLIT Summit branded directional signs which help attendees navigate throughout the different areas of the convention center.

Bag Sponsor: $8,000
Company logo included on NLIT Summit branded drawstring bag distributed at registration.

Mobile App Sponsor: $10,000
Company logo displayed on the bottom of the main screen of the NLIT Summit Mobile App that includes click-through to website of your choice. The 2024 app sponsor logo had over 76,000 impressions and more than 400 click-throughs.

Lanyard: $12,000
Company logo included on the NLIT Summit branded lanyard distributed at registration.

Wi-Fi Sponsor: $12,000
Company name included in the secure password attendees use to access the wireless network. Example: COMPANYxyz@NLIT Logo included on cards distributed at registration with access information and on signs advertising Wi-Fi access information.

Name Badge Sponsor: $12,000
Company logo and simple URL of your choice included on the back of the name badge. The back of the badge also includes a QR code or text instructions (TBD) directing to the conference agenda and/or mobile app.
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Location

Please make sure to submit your badge information for this event

Kansas City Convention Center
301 W. 13th Street
Kansas City, MO 64105

Setup time: 5/04: 10:00 – 16:00
Exposition:
Teardown: 5/06: 15:30 – 19:00
Monday, May 4, 2026:
Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception: 5:00PM – 7:00PM

Tuesday, May 5, 2026:
Exhibit Hall Hours: 9:00AM – 3:30PM
No formal evening event planned. If desired, exhibitors may plan their own evening event for networking with attendees.

Wednesday, May 6, 2026:
Exhibit Hall Hours: 9:00AM – 3:30PM

Exhibitors and Supporters may NOT schedule private receptions/events during conference or official reception hours. If you are planning an offsite reception, Tuesday evening after the conclusion of the summit sessions (after 5:30 PM) will provide the best opportunity to attract the lab community. If you plan a Tuesday event that is open to all conference attendees, we will advertise your event at registration. Please email your account rep with information about your event to have it included in the information that attendees will receive concerning Tuesday evening activities.

Failure to comply with reception policy may result in your groups removal from the event.

Please Note: The NLIT Summit does NOT provide attendee names or any contact information. You will not receive any attendee lists at or after the event. You are encouraged to capture attendee contact information on your own at the event

Exhibit Staff Badge Information Please complete an FBC Badge Form by the due date given below.

Go to Badge Form

BADGE DUE DATE: Friday, April 17, 2026 by 12:00 PM EST

Directions Please enter this address into your preferred mapping app:

Kansas City Convention Center
Bartle Hall
301 W. 13 th Street
Kansas City, Missouri 64105 Public Transportation Taxi and Uber/Lyft service are available to/from Kansas City International Airport. Rates vary based on demand and time of day

Parking and Equipment Convention Services of the Southwest is the contracted decorator for the NLIT Summit. For information on shipping, equipment rental, etc. please reference the EXHIBITOR SERVICE KIT.

Audio Visual rental is available through Federal Audio Visual. Please use the code NLIT2026 to open the ordering page for our event.

Electric is NOT included with exhibit spaces. Electrical access can be ordered through Smart City. Electrical pricing is available on page 35 of the exhibitor service kit.

Dedicated internet can also be ordered through Smart City. Internet pricing is available on page 33 of the exhibitor service kit.

Parking is available in lots adjacent to the convention center. Rates range from $19-$30 per day Conference Information www.fbcinc.com/nlit Hotel Information There is not a reduced rate room block available for exhibitors/supporters.

Nearby hotels include:

Marriott Kansas City Downtown (1 block from convention center)
Hotel Kansas City by Hyatt (2 blocks from the convention center)
Hotel Indigo by IHG (3 blocks from the convention center)
Hotel Phillips by Hilton (1 block from the convention center)
Crowne Plaza (1 block from the convention center)

Additional Information The NLIT Summit does NOT provide attendee names or any contact information. You will not receive any attendee lists at or after the event. You are encouraged to capture attendee contact information on your own at the event

Promotional Supplies

Have you ordered your show supplies yet? To order event giveaway items, logo'd wearables, trade show materials or show printing, please contact Tricia Snyder at tricia.snyder@proforma.com or call (240) 841-2203. For ideas please visit www.proforma.com/promolink. FBC has a special arrangement with Promolink to provide the highest levels of customer service, including special shipping to the show and discounts. A full array of government-friendly and green giveaway products are available.

Contact Prior to the start of the event, please direct any questions to your FBC Account representative at (800) 878-2940. The Event Manager contact information will be posted here the day of the event for event logistical support or issues.

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