MAPA 2026 Conference Sponsor Resources
Please contact Ky Carlson at ky.carlson@mnapa.org with any questions.
Important Dates
- November 4, 2026: Lodging Deadline
- November 4, 2026: Logo Submission Deadline for Inclusion in Onsite Program
- November 10, 2026: Deadline for exhibiting companies (20x20 & 10x20) to notify MAPA if they are bringing equipment to the venue.
- November 17, 2026: Registration deadline for inclusion in conference materials
Submit Your Logo
In order to fulfill the benefits of your involvement, please send your high-resolution logo in eps or jpg format to: Bonnie Young at bonniey@ewald.com.
Exhibitor Information
Exhibit Includes
Comp booth staff
1
2
3
Draped tables
1
2
3
Chairs
2
3
4
Wastebasket
X
X
X
Listing in conference materials
X
X
X
Name recognition on website
X
X
X
Exhibit Map
Coming soon!
Vendor Schedule
Large Equipment Move-in
- Sunday, November 29, 2026: 12:00-6:00pm – Minnetonka Room
Exhibitor Move-in
- Monday, November 30, 2026: 6:00-7:00am – Minnetonka Room
Show Hours
- Monday, November 30, 2026: 7:00am – 5:30pm
Exhibitor & Large Equipment Move-Out
- Monday, November 30, 2026: 5:30-7:00pm
Booth Set-Up
Additional furniture and equipment can be rented from STILL NEED, the designated conference vendor.
Electricity
STILL NEED
Attendee List
All exhibitors will receive a post-conference attendee list*. The list will include:
- Name
- Organization
- Mailing Address
- Phone
*for attendees who opt in to receive emails.
Exhibitor Representative Registration
- Each exhibitor booth includes the number of complimentary registrations noted above.
- Additional booth representative badges may be purchased at $200 each. This fee includes access to the
- Exhibit hall, food, and beverage on Monday, November 30, but does not include the Awards Dinner. This fee does include the Awards Lunch..
Exhibitor Guidelines
- MAPA reserves the right to prevent any exhibitor from displaying beyond the bounds of the exhibitor’s rented exhibit space including but not limited to: noisy electrical devices (ex. loud appliances, machines, games), smells/ scents that are offensive or commonly cause allergic or physical reactions (ex. Industrial smells, chemical smells, nail polish, cleaners), displays, fire hazards (ex. open flames, highly flammable fumes), costumed mascots, live animals or anything which may prove objectionable. All aisles must be kept clear of displays. Inventory must be discreetly stored within an exhibitor’s booth space.
- The rights and privileges of an exhibitor shall not be infringed upon by any other exhibitors. Exhibitors are allowed to have sponsor prize drawings within their exhibit space. Any limitations on registering for or accepting the prize must be prominently displayed in the exhibit space. Prizes to be distributed by exhibitor after the conference.
Cancellation Policy
To receive a registration refund, less a $25 processing fee, please email info@mnapa.org by November 3, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time. No refunds will be granted thereafter. No-shows will not be refunded.
Hotel Information
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel 2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW
Prior Lake, MN 55372
952-486-8871
Cut-off Date: November 4, 2026, 4pm Central time, or until exhausted, whichever comes first.
Room Rate: $169 plus taxes (single/double occupancy)
To make phone reservations, call 952-445-9000 or 800-262-7799.
Shipping
Shipments cannot be made directly to the Mystic Lake Hotel Casino more than THREE DAYS prior to the conference between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm, and should be addressed as follows:
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
ATTENTION: (insert contact name) Convention Services for
MAPA Annual Conference, 11/30-12/1/26 (insert your company name)
2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW
Prior Lake, MN 55372
Reminders
- Attire: Business casual.
- MAPA is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged items.
Marketing/Social Media
MAPA would like to share the Annual Conference logo with our sponsor & exhibitor partners to use in their promotional efforts. Share on social media that you are an exhibitor!
Please contact Ky Carlson at ky.carlson@mnapa.org with any questions.
Important Dates
- November 4, 2026: Lodging Deadline
- November 4, 2026: Logo Submission Deadline for Inclusion in Onsite Program
- November 10, 2026: Deadline for exhibiting companies (20x20 & 10x20) to notify MAPA if they are bringing equipment to the venue.
- November 17, 2026: Registration deadline for inclusion in conference materials
Submit Your Logo
In order to fulfill the benefits of your involvement, please send your high-resolution logo in eps or jpg format to: Bonnie Young at bonniey@ewald.com.
Exhibitor Information
Exhibit Includes
| Comp booth staff | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Draped tables | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Chairs | 2 | 3 | 4 |
| Wastebasket | X | X | X |
| Listing in conference materials | X | X | X |
| Name recognition on website | X | X | X |
Exhibit Map
Coming soon!
Vendor Schedule
Large Equipment Move-in
- Sunday, November 29, 2026: 12:00-6:00pm – Minnetonka Room
Exhibitor Move-in
- Monday, November 30, 2026: 6:00-7:00am – Minnetonka Room
Show Hours
- Monday, November 30, 2026: 7:00am – 5:30pm
Exhibitor & Large Equipment Move-Out
- Monday, November 30, 2026: 5:30-7:00pm
Booth Set-Up
Additional furniture and equipment can be rented from STILL NEED, the designated conference vendor.
Electricity
STILL NEED
Attendee List
All exhibitors will receive a post-conference attendee list*. The list will include:
- Name
- Organization
- Mailing Address
- Phone
*for attendees who opt in to receive emails.
Exhibitor Representative Registration
- Each exhibitor booth includes the number of complimentary registrations noted above.
- Additional booth representative badges may be purchased at $200 each. This fee includes access to the
- Exhibit hall, food, and beverage on Monday, November 30, but does not include the Awards Dinner. This fee does include the Awards Lunch..
Exhibitor Guidelines
- MAPA reserves the right to prevent any exhibitor from displaying beyond the bounds of the exhibitor’s rented exhibit space including but not limited to: noisy electrical devices (ex. loud appliances, machines, games), smells/ scents that are offensive or commonly cause allergic or physical reactions (ex. Industrial smells, chemical smells, nail polish, cleaners), displays, fire hazards (ex. open flames, highly flammable fumes), costumed mascots, live animals or anything which may prove objectionable. All aisles must be kept clear of displays. Inventory must be discreetly stored within an exhibitor’s booth space.
- The rights and privileges of an exhibitor shall not be infringed upon by any other exhibitors. Exhibitors are allowed to have sponsor prize drawings within their exhibit space. Any limitations on registering for or accepting the prize must be prominently displayed in the exhibit space. Prizes to be distributed by exhibitor after the conference.
Cancellation Policy
To receive a registration refund, less a $25 processing fee, please email info@mnapa.org by November 3, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. U.S. Eastern Time. No refunds will be granted thereafter. No-shows will not be refunded.
Hotel Information
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel 2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW
Prior Lake, MN 55372
952-486-8871
Cut-off Date: November 4, 2026, 4pm Central time, or until exhausted, whichever comes first.
Room Rate: $169 plus taxes (single/double occupancy)
To make phone reservations, call 952-445-9000 or 800-262-7799.
Shipping
Shipments cannot be made directly to the Mystic Lake Hotel Casino more than THREE DAYS prior to the conference between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm, and should be addressed as follows:
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
ATTENTION: (insert contact name) Convention Services for
MAPA Annual Conference, 11/30-12/1/26 (insert your company name)
2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW
Prior Lake, MN 55372
Reminders
- Attire: Business casual.
- MAPA is not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged items.
Marketing/Social Media
MAPA would like to share the Annual Conference logo with our sponsor & exhibitor partners to use in their promotional efforts. Share on social media that you are an exhibitor!