Current Sponsor and Partner Opportunities

MLA 2025 Annual Conference

 Exhibit  |  Sponsor  | Vendor Registration Form  |  Download the Vendor Prospectus (PDF)  |  Vendor Policies

Why Partner with MLA at the 2025 Annual Conference?

The MLA Annual Conference offers access to hundreds of current and future library leadersfrom public, academic, school, tribal, and special libraries of all sizes from across the state. This event provides a unique setting for library professionals to gain new skills, explore emergingtrends, and make important connections.

We welcome back our long-time supporters and look forward to engaging with new organizations and partners. There are various ways to be involved, but these packages are not set in stone. If you have ideas, let’s talk possibilities!

View the MLA 2025 Annual Conference Prospectus

Conference Venue and Hotel

Lansing Center
333 E Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933
https://lansingcenter.com/
(517) 483-7400

DoubleTree by Hilton Lansing
111 N Grand Avenue, Lansing, MI 48933
Connected to the Lansing Center by skybridge

Click here to make a reservation online. Once you select the room type, complete the hotel booking form. The booking form will ask for the guest details and email address. Once you have entered your payment information, click the “Make Reservation” button and your reservation will be sent immediately to the hotel.

To make a room reservation by phone, call (833) 904-2206. Identify yourself as part of the MLA 2025 Annual Conference group and provide the code “MLC” to receive the discounted group rate. Please ensure your reservations are made before September 27, 2025. Room block may sell out early.

Additional rooms are available at the Courtyard Lansing Downtown (600 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing, MI 48912). Click here to make a reservation.

Parking

Overnight parking at the DoubleTree is $28.00. Lansing Center lots for those not staying overnight are $2 per hour with a $10 daily maximum after 5 hours.

Parking at the Courtyard Lansing Downtown is $15 per day.

Conference Schedule

Subject to change

Exhibit

Exhibit space is expected to sell out! Please register early.

Exhibit Hall Schedule

Subject to change

Exhibit Booth Fees

Double your space! Get 25% off your second booth.

Investment Includes:

• 10' x 10’ booth space (carpeted)
• 7” x 44” booth ID sign (max of 29 characters)
• 7’ back drape and 3’ side dividers
• One 2’ x 6’ table, covered and skirted
• Two chairs and wastebasket
• Four booth personnel exhibit hall passes

• Inclusion in exhibit hall scavenger hunt
• First-come, first served booth placement
• Wireless internet access

• Pre-event attendee list 1 week before conference
• Post-event attendee list 1 week after conference

Optional Add-ons:

• Electrical access ($100 per booth)
• Michigan Library Awards Ceremony ticket ($60 per person)

Exhibit at the
MLA 2025 Annual Conference

Sponsor 

Event Sponsorship Opportunities

All-Conference Sponsor
$15,000 Investment | Exclusive

New Attendee Welcome Sponsor
$1,500 Investment | Exclusive
30% of attendees were first timers in 2023!

All-Conference Lunch Sponsor
$5,000 Investment | Exclusive
Podium Speaking Opportunity
The Thursday lunch is the highest attended event at the MLA Annual Conference.

All-Conference Breakfast Sponsor
$3,000 Investment | Two Available
Podium Speaking Opportunity
They can’t talk about your organization all day unless they start in the morning.

All-Conference Reception at the Library of Michigan Sponsor
$6,000 Investment | Exclusive
Many attendees said the library reception was the best part of the 2023 and 2024 conferences!

Keynote Speaker Sponsor
$5,000 Investment | Three Available
Podium Speaking Opportunity
Includes the opportunity to introduce your brand and the keynote speaker.

Brand Visibility Sponsorship Opportunities

Lanyards Sponsor
$2,250 Investment
Your logo printed on all attendee lanyards.

Mobile App
$2,000 Investment
Logo credit on mobile app splash page used by 93% of attendees.

Chair Drop
$350 Investment
Your supplied item placed at each seat during an all-conference session.

Coffee and Break Stations
$2,500 Investment
Everyone loves snacks and those who help provide them!

Selfie Station
$1,250 Investment
Your logo on MLA designed 8'x10' selfie backdrop.

Breakout Room
$750 Investment
Your logo added to room signage and recognition during session introductions. 

Sponsor the
MLA 2025 Annual Conference

Policies and Guidelines

Cancellation

No cancellation refunds will be issued after September 1, 2025. Cancellations received by August 31, 2025 are subject to a $150.00 cancellation fee.

Deadlines

Exhibitor Early Bird Rate expires July 31, 2025. Please submit artwork and/or videos to MLA no later than September 26, 2025.

Code of Conduct

Download the complete Code of Conduct (pdf)

MLA’s vision is to be a highly effective, trusted network of libraries, library employees, trustees, friends and supporters working together to support and promote the highest quality library services throughout Michigan. To fulfill our vision, MLA has built, and is dedicated to maintaining, an inclusive and equitable community where all people can come together to advance our shared vision.

MLA is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all participants and MLA staff. Each participant, including attendees, speakers, volunteers, exhibitors, staff, and service providers, is expected to understand and follow MLA policies and report any violations. These expectations apply to all MLA activities (whether virtual or in-person), including but not limited to those held in conjunction with conferences, events, and meetings.Any conduct that is prohibited in-person is also prohibited online, including but not limited to on MLA social media pages and other online platforms. 

Consent

Registration and attendance at, or participation in, MLA meetings or other activities constitutes an agreement by the registration to the use and distribution of the registrants or attendees' image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions of such events and activities by MLA. Please contact MLA at [email protected] if you'd like to be removed from any list.

Statement of Non-endorsement

MLA does not endorse any product, service, or activity of any partner organization, speaker, sponsor, or event exhibitor. Participation in MLA events or provision of goods, services, facilities, or equipment does not constitute endorsement by MLA.

Values

The Michigan Library Association (MLA) is committed to upholding the values of intellectual freedom, inclusion, and integrity. We expect all sponsors, exhibitors, speakers and partners to align with and support these core values. MLA reserves the right to refuse or terminate any sponsorship, exhibition, or partnership if an organization or individual is found to act in opposition to these principles. By participating with MLA, you agree to maintain these standards and contribute to the positive and inclusive environment that our association fosters.

Health and Safety Guidelines

MLA will make every effort to ensure that provided meals are free of any declared allergens. Please ensure you have alerted MLA staff to any allergies you may have. If you have emergency medications, such as an EpiPen, please carry it with you during the conference.

Although we always aim to work with you to provide a safe and comfortable conference, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free event or prevent others from bringing potential allergens to the event. Conference attendees and exhibitors are asked to refrain from bringing, distributing, and consuming products containing peanuts and other nuts at the conference.

We ask you to be courteous and conscientious of others while meeting in-person at the event, especially when it comes to health and safety.

Questions? Contact us!

Amber Sheerin, MLA Program and Event Director
(517) 394-2774 ext. 223
[email protected]

Mackenzie Hanfland, MLA Event Coordinator
(517) 881-7242
[email protected]

Lisa Waskin, 2025 Conference Workgroup Chair
(906) 632-9331
[email protected]