HAS 2026 – Sponsor and Vendor Info

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Sponsors

Why Support?

The Heartland Apicultural Society, in partnership with Michigan State University, is proud to host the 2026 Heartland Apicultural Conference, a premier gathering dedicated to advancing the science and practice of beekeeping.

This dynamic conference brings together researchers, producers, veterinarians, industry professionals, and beekeepers of all experience levels to engage with the latest scientific research, foundational beekeeping education, and advanced management strategies designed to strengthen and sustain the honey bee industry.

  • Connect with a broad and engaged audience of producers, researchers, veterinarians, suppliers, and leaders across the apicultural industry.
  • Advance honey bee research and innovation that benefits the health, sustainability, and productivity of the industry at large.
  • Foster meaningful collaboration and networking, creating new partnerships to address the most pressing challenges facing honey bees today.
  • Engage directly with apiculturists and practitioners, gaining valuable insight into real-world challenges and contributing to practical, science-based solutions.

We invite you to partner with us and play a vital role in the continued growth and development of the Heartland Apicultural Society. Together, we can strengthen the future of apiculture.

Click here to register as a sponsor or vendor.

**Lodging information for the conference including discount codes can be found at: https://www.heartlandbees.org/has-2026-lodging/  

**Vendor/Sponsor exhibit set-up and tear down along with shipping information can be found below. 

Sponsor Levels: 

Queen Bee Sponsor – $5,000

  • Vendor exhibit space (two 6-ft tables & four chairs)
  • Four complimentary attendee registrations (attendee registration code provided after sponsorship registration is completed)
  • Company-supplied pull-up banner in the main conference space
  • Premier logo placement on conference website
  • Print, verbal and digital recognition onsite.
  • Choice to be featured as the networking reception sponsor
  • Two dedicated social media posts
  • One giveaway item for attendee bags (see information on Bee Memorable Giveaways below)

Golden Hive Sponsor – $2,500

  • Vendor exhibit space (two 6-ft tables & four chairs)
  • Two complimentary attendee registrations (attendee registration code provided after sponsorship registration is completed)
  • Company-supplied pull-up banner in the main conference space
  • Prominent logo placement on conference website
  • Verbal and visual recognition onsite
  • Choice to be featured as a break sponsor
  • One social media mention
  • One giveaway item for attendee bags (see information on Bee Memorable Giveaways below)

Honeycomb Sponsor – $1,000

  • Vendor exhibit space (one 6-ft table & two chairs)
  • Two complimentary attendee registrations (attendee registration code provided after sponsorship registration is completed)
  • Standard logo placement on website and on-site displays
  • Logo included in rotating digital slides
  • One giveaway item for attendee bags (see information on Bee Memorable Giveaways below)

Pollinator Sponsor – $500

  • Vendor exhibit space (one 6-ft table & two chairs)
  • One complimentary attendee registration (attendee registration code provided after sponsorship registration is completed)
  • Standard logo placement on website and on-site displays
  • One giveaway item for attendee bags (see information on Bee Memorable Giveaways below)

Worker Bee Sponsor – $250

  • Vendor exhibit space (one 6-ft table & two chairs)
  • Name or logo listing on website and on-site displays
  • One giveaway item for attendee bags (see information on Bee Memorable Giveaways below)

Friends of the Hive Sponsor – $100

  • Name listing on conference website sponsor page

Vendor Opportunity: 

Vendor Space Only – $125

  • Vendor exhibit space (one 6-ft table & two chairs)
  • Maximum of two representatives permitted per table
  • Vendor presentation opportunity – submit before April 17 for consideration
  • Vendor representatives must register as attendee in order to attend sessions
  • All items must fit through normal doorways to access the vendor space.

Additional Tables are $75 each with a maximum of 5 additional tables.

Electricity is $10 if needed

Check-in and Loading Areas  

Upon arrival at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center please visit the registration desk located in the North Lobby outside of Big Ten BC to pick up your conference badge and receive further instructions on the location of your booth space as well as unloading location. 

 Vendor Set-Up  

Friday, May 29, 2026 starting at Noon 

If you plan to set-up after 5:00 p.m. on Friday, May, 29th please email ANR Event Services at schwiet6@msu.edu so that after hours set-up can be arranged as the registration desk will be closed after 5:00 p.m.

 Vendor Display Times Throughout the Conference – May 30-31, 2026: 

It has been advertised to participants that the vendor area will be open at 8am each morning, with breaks throughout the day to visit vendors. Visit: https://www.heartlandbees.org/has-2026-tentative-program/ to see the full agenda 

 Vendor Tear-Down 

Sunday, May 31, 2026, starting at 2:45 p.m. 

 Vendor Material Shipping: 

 Pallets and boxes can be shipped to Kellogg for the conference.  Items must arrive any earlier than Friday, May 29th.  Please use the following address details: 

 Hold for: (MSUE ANR Event Services) 

Name of Conference: Heartland Apicultural Bee Society 

Conference Date: May 30-31, 2026  

Meeting Room: Big Ten BC 

 Shipping Address

Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center 

Michigan State University 

219 S. Harrison Rd. 

East Lansing, MI 48824

Share Your Expertise: Vendor Sessions

We truly value your presence at HAS and the expertise you bring to the conference. A limited number of vendor presentation opportunities will be available during the event.

If you’re interested in presenting, please indicate your interest during registration by May 10th. Following this date, all submissions will be reviewed, and selected presenters will be contacted by HAS staff.

Submitting your interest early helps ensure your session can be considered for inclusion in the program and promotional materials.

Sales Tax collection: You will be responsible for collecting sales tax.

Bee Memorable: Attendee Giveaways 

Get your brand directly into attendees’ hands by including a catalog, flyer, or promotional item in the conference bags. Practical items like notepads or pens with your contact information are especially effective and tend to be used throughout the event. 

 If you’re participating as a vendor, consider adding a special offer—such as a discount coupon—to drive traffic to your table. Even if you’re unable to attend, a bag insert ensures your business is still represented at the conference. 

 Some sponsor levels include this option at no additional cost while others may add this option as part of the sponsor/vendor registration. If you are planning to provide items please let us know and plan to provide 300 items for the bags.  

 You may ship items in advance with instructions that will be provided to those who select this item or the items may be brought to the conference but must be on-site by Friday, May 29, 2026, at 2 p.m. to be included in the giveaway materials. 

Please plan to provide 300 items for the bags. Extra bags and stuffers will be distributed by HAS Directors at state meetings. 

Help us create a little buzz with Door Prizes  
We’re looking for exciting, high-quality door prizes that will delight our attendees and keep the energy going throughout the conference. Whether it’s a must-have beekeeping tool, a unique product, or something fun and unexpected—great prizes make a lasting impression and keep your name top of mind. Please let us know if you are willing to provide items during sponsor and vendor sign-up.