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The Wisconsin Aviation Conference (WAC) provides educational and networking opportunities for anyone interested in aviation. It's the only state-wide conference encompassing all facets of aviation including airports, FBO's, pilots, consultants, and state and federal agencies.

WAC 67 is September 20-22, 2023, at Hilton Appleton Paper Valley in Appleton, WI

The conference location rotates around the state. Below is a listing of previous conference locations:

October 3-5, 2022: Lismore Hotel, Eau Claire, WI

October 17-19, 2021: Osthoff Resort, Elkhart Lake, WI

2020 Conference Postponed Due to COVID-19

May 5-7, 2019: Radisson Hotel & Conference Center, Green Bay, WI

May 6-8, 2018: Glacier Canyon Conference Center— Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells, WI

May 2017: Country Springs Hotel & Conference Center,  Waukesha, WI

May 2 - 4, 2016: Best Western Premiere Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center, Oshkosh, WI

May 11 - 13, 2015: Radisson Hotel & La Crosse Center, La Crosse, WI

May 5-7, 2014: The Patriot Conference Center, Wausau - Rothschild, WI

April 29 - May 1, 2013: Madison Marriott West, Middleton, WI

May 2012: Chula Vista Resort, Wisconsin Dells, WI


Upcoming Wisconsin Aviation Conference events

    • September 20, 2023
    • September 22, 2023
    • Hilton Appleton Paper Valley - Appleton, WI
    Register

    The Wisconsin Aviation Conference provides vendors with a unique opportunity to display their products and services for all conference attendees to view.

    Please register early to ensure we can accommodate your needs!

    Early discounted rates for the Wisconsin Aviation Conference are available until Friday, August 4, and regular rates are available until one week before the conference. 

    The 32 premium exhibitor booths are 8’ deep by 10’ wide. All booths are located in the meal, break, and general session meeting room. Registration includes:

    ·        An eight-foot backdrop,

    ·        Three-foot side curtains,

    ·        One eight-foot skirted table,

    ·        Two chairs,

    ·        And TWO complimentary registrations.

    NEW this year, WAMA will provide a list of registered attendees on Friday, September 15. The list will include the attendee's name and organization.

    The WAC committee is providing exhibitors the option of declaring booth preferences at the time of registration. We will assign booths on a first-come, first-served basis after accommodating sponsors. If you would like to understand the placement of other vendors before making a selection, don't hesitate to get in touch with WAMA at 608-513-9413. The exhibit area layout is available here

    All exhibitors have the opportunity to expand their reach by purchasing a discounted quarter-page ad in the conference magazine for $300. Please forward all ads to director@wiama.org by Tuesday, August 15. 2023 Wisconsin Aviation Conference magazine ad specifications

    Exhibitors must register each person attending the conference and will receive a coupon code for complimentary registrations in their exhibitor confirmation email.

    Golf/trap shoot activity fees are not included in complimentary exhibitor registration and must be registered separately.

    Deliveries

    All packages are to be delivered to:

    Hilton Appleton Paper Valley Attn: Event Management Department
    333 West College Avenue Appleton, WI 54911
    HOLD FOR: Wisconsin Aviation Conference (your organization’s name)
    September 20-22 /Item vs. Total Number of Boxes (i.e. 1 of 4)

    Exhibitor setup will be Wednesday, September 20, from noon to 4 p.m., and tear down at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 22. For exhibitors participating in Wednesday's golf or trap shooting, please email director@wiama.org to arrange an earlier setup.

    Due to the volume of packages handled by the hotel, please notify director@wiama.org before all deliveries. WAMA staff will communicate with the hotel. No deliveries should be received more than three business days prior to the event.

    The exhibitor must fill out a FedEx/UPS label for each package to ship tradeshow materials out. Please contact FedEx/UPS to inform them of a pickup at the address above and take packages to the front desk. Large containers and pallets can be left at the exhibit booth, but contact the front desk to have the items transferred to the hotel's shipping area. 



    COMPLIMENTARY REGISTRATIONS REQUIRE A COUPON CODE WHICH YOU WILL RECEIVE IN YOUR EXHIBIT CONFIRMATION EMAIL. 


    • September 20, 2023
    • September 22, 2023
    • Hilton Appleton Paper Valley - Appleton, WI
    Register

    Wisconsin Aviation Conference Attendee Registration

    The Wisconsin Aviation Conference provides educational and networking opportunities for anyone interested in aviation. It's the only statewide conference encompassing all facets of aviation, including airports, FBOs, pilots, consultants, and state and federal agencies.

    Conference Registration Fees

    WAMA Airport Member

    Discounted early registration received on or before Friday, August 4 – $125

    Registration received after August 4 – $150

    *Member rates extended to members of WAMA and FAA and State of Wisconsin employees.


    Airport Non-Member

    Discounted early registration received on or before Friday, August 4 – $175

    Registration received after August 4 – $200

       

    WAMA Corporate Member

    Discounted early registration received on or before Friday, August 4 – $175

    Registration received after August 4 – $200

       

    Corporate Non-Member

    Discounted early registration received on or before Friday, August 4 – $225

    Registration received after August 4 – $250


    Dinners Only

    Guests are welcome at the two dinners. Dinner-only registration – $50  

       

    **Additional fees may apply to late and on-site registrations.**


    Hotel

    The event is at The Hilton Appleton Paper Valley, 333 W College Ave, Appleton. 

    Don't wait to book your room! The hotel room block expires Wednesday, August 30, and the hotel is likely to sell out the week of the conference.

    Visit the conference hotel page for hotel information, rates, and links to reserve a room. 

    • September 20, 2023
    • September 22, 2023
    • Hilton Appleton Paper Valley - Appleton, WI
    Register

    No matter the size of your company or the level of participation, you are assured of getting the most bang for your sponsorship dollars! Sponsorship offers a host of exciting benefits, including:

    *Increased brand awareness
    *Recognition as a key player in the airport industry
    *Setting your company apart from your competitors
    *Complimentary Registration(s)

    With many sponsorship opportunities, the annual Wisconsin Aviation Conference has the right sponsorship opportunity for your company. The Wisconsin Aviation Conference has you covered from the golf and trap shooting events to the exhibit hall and professional and general sessions.

    The sponsorship levels for the Wisconsin Aviation Conference are Corporate Excellence, Platinum, Gold, and Silver. 

    Corporate Excellence Sponsors

    Corporate Excellence Sponsors ($3,000) will receive:

    • Full-page ad in the conference magazine, premium placement.
    • Logo displayed on the conference sponsors page in the magazine.
    • Company description listed in the conference magazine.
    • Logo on signs and a PowerPoint shown in the registration and exhibit areas.
    • Recognition during a major conference event of your choice and conference opening and closing.
    • WAMA quarterly newsletter sponsorship.
    • Complimentary WAMA Corporate Membership.
    • Four complimentary WAC attendee registrations* (any additional registrations at the WAMA Airport Member rate).

    Platinum Sponsors

    Platinum Sponsors ($1,500) will receive: 

    • Half-page ad in the conference magazine.
    • Logo displayed on the conference sponsors page in the magazine.
    • Company description listed in the conference magazine.
    • Logo on signs and a PowerPoint shown in the registration and exhibit areas.
    • Recognition as sponsoring a conference function.
    • Complimentary WAMA Corporate Membership.
    • Three complimentary attendee registrations.*

    Gold Sponsors

    • Gold Sponsors ($1,000) will receive: 
    • Organization name on the conference sponsors page in the magazine.
    • Company description listed in the conference magazine.
    • Recognition on signs and a PowerPoint shown in the registration and exhibit areas.
    • Recognition during a conference function.
    • Option to purchase discounted quarter-page ad for $300.
    • Two complimentary attendee registrations.*

    Silver Sponsors

    • Silver Sponsors ($500) will receive:
    • Organization name on the conference sponsors page in the magazine.
    • Company description listed in the conference magazine.
    • Recognition on signs and a PowerPoint shown in the registration and exhibit areas.
    • Option to purchase discounted quarter-page ad for $300 
    • One complimentary attendee registration.*

    2023 Wisconsin Aviation Conference magazine ad specifications. Please forward all ads to director@wiama.org by Tuesday, August 15.  

    *NOTE:   Sponsors must complete and submit a Conference Attendee Registration Form for each person attending the conference. Make sure to select the complimentary sponsorship registration option when registering attendees for the conference. You will receive a coupon code for these registrations with your confirmation email.

    Golf/trap shoot activity fees are not included in complimentary sponsor registration and must be registered separately.

    COMPLIMENTARY REGISTRATIONS REQUIRE A COUPON CODE WHICH YOU WILL RECEIVE IN YOUR SPONSORSHIP CONFIRMATION EMAIL.

    • September 20, 2023
    • 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Reid Golf Course 1100 E Fremont St, Appleton
    Register

    The WAC 2023 golf outing will be held at Reid Golf Course, located at 1100 E Fremont StAppleton, WI 54915. Golf is a shotgun start at 11:00 am.

    Participants will have the opportunity to purchase something to eat at the turn when they are back at the club house.

    Golfers are responsible for their transportation to and from the WAC event.


    • September 20, 2023
    • 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
    • Outagamie Conservation Club, N3502 Mayflower Rd, Hortonville
    Register

    Trap shooting will be held at the Outagamie Conservation Club. The club located at N3502 Mayflower Rd, Hortonville, WI 54944. Trap Shooting starts at 1:00 pm. 

    Lunch is on your own. You may bring in soda, water, and food. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase at a cash bar during the event.

    Participants are responsible for transportation to and from the Outagamie Conservation Club. 


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