Sponsorship Opportunities

Tourism Academy 2027 heads to Long Beach, CA from May 24–27, and we’re inviting industry partners to be part of it. This one-of-a-kind conference is your opportunity to connect with key decision-makers at destination organizations, grow your brand presence, and be part of shaping the future of travel and tourism.

Who attends Tourism Academy?

Tourism Academy is Tempest's annual client conference, drawing tourism professionals from across the United States and Canada. Attendees represent a wide range of destination marketing organizations — from small CVBs to large state tourism offices — and span roles in leadership, marketing, sales, partnerships, and operations. In 2026, the event welcomed over 250 delegates from more than 110 destination organizations, and we anticipate continued growth in 2027.

Why sponsor Tourism Academy?

Tourism Academy offers unparalleled access to a highly engaged, targeted audience of travel industry professionals. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Unique networking opportunities, including our signature closing party and attendee concert
• Access to educational sessions led by Tempest, DMOs, and sponsors
• Opportunities to schedule meetings and private dinners with current or prospective clients
• High-visibility branding and activation options, including premium booth space in a central location

GENERAL SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE ($3,750)

• Exhibition table and opportunity to display branded collateral.
• One full conference registration ($1,200 value), including access to all sessions, activities, and evening events.
• Opportunity to submit a session proposal for inclusion in the Tourism Academy agenda. Speaking opportunity is not guaranteed and is at the discretion of Tempest. Submitted concepts should be educational in nature and must include a destination organization and/or be case study–driven (not a sales pitch).
• Logo placement and recognition on official event signage, TourismAcademy.com, and promotional emails.
• On-stage mentions throughout the event, including during morning and lunch keynotes.
• Opportunity for a brief, 2-minute introduction of you, your company and your services in advance of a breakout session on the conference agenda (to be assigned by Tempest).
• Opportunity to provide branded items at the attendee registration desk.
• Option to host a private dinner with delegates on Wednesday evening or elsewhere throughout the conference (when not in direct conflict of Tempest-planned activities).
• Access to the attendee opt-in registration list (shared two months, one month, two weeks and one week leading up to the event).

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The opportunities below are in addition to and must be committed to alongside the general Tourism Academy sponsorship package (above).

2027 Tourism Academy Golf Scramble Hole Sponsor ($500)

Includes:

• 1 golfer registration for pre-conference Tourism Academy golf outing on Monday, May 24
• One sign with your logo/branding placed at a to-be-determined hole along the course

2027 Tourism Academy Activity Sponsor ($500)

Three opportunities available.

Includes:

• Named as the "Presenting Sponsor" of one of three available conference activities:
  • Pre-Conference Experience - Monday, May 24
  • Morning Run - Tuesday, May 25
  • Morning Wellness Activity - Wednesday, May 26
• Opportunity to address attendees participating in each activity before it begins (and join attendees during activity, if desired)
• Opportunity for logo to be included on signage promoting and throughout the sponsored activity

2027 Tourism Academy Happy Hour Sponsorship ($4,000)

One opportunity available.

Includes:

• Named as the "Presenting Sponsor" of the Smart Women Who Get S*** Done (SWWGSD) Happy Hour on Tuesday, May 25
• Opportunity for logo to be included on signage promoting and throughout the Happy Hour experience
• Opportunity to collaborate with the Tempest team on planning the Happy Hour experience
• Opportunity to address the group during the Happy Hour

To commit to a sponsorship, download and complete registration form below:

Tourism Academy 2027 Sponsorship Agreement

Sponsorship fee will be billed upon execution of this agreement. Additional information on your sponsored activity will be provided following execution of this agreement.

CONTACT US

For more information and/or to submit Sponsorship Agreement, email Erin.Bowers@tempest.im