Sponsorship and Exhibit Information

The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) invites your organization to partner with us for the 2026 HFES Regional Event, taking place April 17, 2026.

This unique event connects three regions across multiple cities—each hosting 2–3 simultaneous mini-conferences—focused on advancing the science, application, and practice of Human Factors and Ergonomics (HF/E).

We offer a variety of sponsorship opportunities to help you showcase your organization, engage with HF/E professionals, and support the growth of our field.
Regional Locations 

Western Region

  • San Jose, CA 
  • Puget Sound/Seattle, WA
  • El Paso, TX

Central

  • College Station, TX
  • Cincinnati OH

Northeast Region

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Boston, MA 

Sponsorship Form

Sponsorship Opportunities

National-Level Sponsorship

Platinum Sponsor – $5,000
  • Featured logo and company profile on all regional event webpages
  • Up to two speaking or panelist slots (only one per region)*
  • Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor in an HFES national member email and social media post
  • Prominent logo placement on event websites, signage, and e-programs across all regions
  • Verbal recognition during event session
  • Opportunity to serve as a judge for poster or presentation competitions**
  • 20 complimentary registrations (distributable among regions)
  • One exhibit space at the sponsor’s preferred region
  • Up to two job postings at each event in all regions

Regional-Level Sponsorships (Western, Central, Northeast)

Diamond – $4,000
  • Logo on regional signage at each event and HFES event website and LinkedIn
  • Recognition throughout the day at all events in your region
  • 16 complimentary registrations (distributable among events or regions)
  • Opportunity to serve as a judge for poster or presentation competitions**
  • One exhibit space at the selected region
  • Up to two job postings at each event in all regions
Titanium – $3,000
  • Logo on regional signage at each event and HFES event website, and LinkedIn
  • Recognition before keynote session at each event
  • 12 complimentary registrations (distributable among events or regions)
  • 1 job posting across the regions
Gold – $2,000
  • Logo on regional signage and HFES website, and LinkedIn
  • Recognition before keynote session at each event in your region
  • 8 complimentary registrations (distributable among events or regions)
  • 1 job posting across the regions

Local Sponsorship Opportunities

Silver – $1,500
  • Logo on regional signage and HFES websites
  • Recognition before keynote session at each event in your region
  • 6 complimentary registrations (distributable among events or regions)
Bronze – $1,200
  • Logo on regional signage and HFES websites
  • Recognition before keynote session at each event in your region
  • 5 complimentary registrations (distributable among events or regions)
Lunch – $1,000 (per event)
  • Logo on lunch signage and event materials
  • Recognition before keynote
  • Four complimentary registrations at local event
Breakfast – $500 (per event)
  • Logo on food/drink table signage and event materials
  • Two complimentary registrations at local event
Coffee/Tea Break – $300 (per event)
  • Logo on beverage station signage and HFES materials
  • One complimentary registration at local event
Exhibition Space – $300 (per event)
  • Logo featured on HFES website and program
  • Exhibition space to showcase your organization
  • One complimentary registration
Awards – $100 (2 per event)
  • Logo on event program and award signage
  • Recognition during award presentations
  • Opportunity to serve as an awards judge
In-Kind Sponsorship  (examples include)
  • Evening Reception, Venue, Parking, Food, Beverages, Tote bags, Swag, Subscriptions, etc.

* One session per region; topic coordinated with regional planning committees
 ** Available at select regions

Ready to Become a Sponsor?

Sponsorship Form

Join us in shaping HFES history!  
Contact: Christy Harper, HFES Regional Meetings Co-Chair – Christy@e2eUserResearch.com

About the HFES Regional Meetings

On Friday, April 17, 2026, HFES will continue its groundbreaking Regional Meetings initiative—a series of one-day, in-person events designed to connect Human Factors and Ergonomics (HF/E), UX, Design and related professionals through accessible, engaging, and impactful programming.

Building on the success of the 2025 inaugural meetings, these regionally hosted gatherings, supported by HFES International, bring the value of national-level collaboration and learning closer to home for professionals and students alike.

Event Highlights:

  • Dynamic Programming: Insightful regional and national sessions tailored to each region’s unique HF/E interests and challenges.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, share best practices, and build partnerships within your local professional community.
  • Accessibility and Impact: Reduce travel while maximizing engagement, professional growth, and collaboration opportunities.

Our growing community includes HF/E engineers, designers, developers, researchers, specialists, and students—all united by a shared mission to advance human-centered systems and design.

About HFES

The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society (HFES) advances the science and practice of designing for people in systems through research, knowledge exchange, and advocacy. HFES works with government partners and policy leaders to highlight the importance of HF/E in improving safety, performance, and well-being across industries. The Society is governed by the HFES Executive Council, which promotes our mission and ensures alignment with state and federal regulations.