ACTE's Work-Based Learning (WBL) Conference 2026
Organized by Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE)
The Work-Based Learning (WBL) Conference 2026 is ACTE's fastest growing event, offering specialized professional development tailored for WBL professionals.
- Dates
- Apr 29 - May 1, 2026
- Location
- Providence, RI
- Deadline
- Feb 13, 2026
- Attendees
- 1,000
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About this conference
The Work-Based Learning (WBL) Conference 2026 is ACTE's fastest growing event, offering specialized professional development tailored for WBL professionals. This premier gathering focuses on key topics such as building strong partnerships, expanding access to WBL opportunities, navigating compliance (insurance, workers' compensation, legal regulations), enhancing career pathways (internships, job shadows, apprenticeships), exploring innovations, and advocacy & growth for WBL programs. The conference brings together career and technical educators, administrators, career and school counselors, and state workforce professionals with a focus on work-based learning, offering programming for both secondary and postsecondary audiences from across the United States.
Sponsorship options
Exhibitor space is available for $1,300, including one 6 ft. skirted table, two chairs, and one full conference registration. Sponsorship opportunities include Digital & Mobile (Mobile App Sponsor $3,000, Wi-Fi Sponsor $7,500), Branding (LED Logo Board Sponsor $3,500, Attendee Water Bottle Sponsor $5,000, Tote Bag Sponsor $5,000, Escalator Cling $6,000), Food & Beverage (Break Sponsor $2,000, Breakfast Sponsor $4,500, Lunch Sponsor $5,500, Reception Sponsor $10,000), Signature Sponsorships (Opening Session Sponsor $7,000 (SOLD OUT), Headshot Lounge $10,000), and opportunities to Expand Your Reach (Digital Tote Bag Flyer $500, Give-Away Sponsor $1,000, eBlast Package $1,250, Welcome Cards Sponsor $1,250, Directional Signage Sponsor $1,500, Sponsored Concurrent Session $1,700, Video Wall $2,000, Retargeting campaign $2,000, Charging Station Sponsor $2,500, Lanyard sponsor $2,500). Medal Level Recognition is offered for sponsors investing $3,000 or more: Platinum ($10,000+), Gold ($7,500+), Silver ($5,000+), and Bronze ($3,500+), each with additional benefits.
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