OMCA Marketplace sponsorship is an effective and affordable way to gain brand recognition in the North American travel trade market. Pairing your brand with this notable group travel event allows you to stand out as a reliable source for group tours.
If none of the sponsorships below are a good fit for your organization, please get in touch with laura@omca.com to discuss a customized sponsorship opportunity.
Mobile App Sponsorships

Mobile App Sponsor
Have your logo appear every time a delegate opens the app to see their appointment schedule, and in all communications and signage about the mobile app.

Mobile Menu Item
Have a menu item on the OMCA Marketplace app that leads straight to a website of your choice.
There are only 2 of these sponsorships available.
There are only 2 of these sponsorships available.

Mobile App Banner
As delegates navigate through the app to see their schedules, find information about the evening events, etc. YOUR company ad will appear at the top of the screen.
There are only 2 of these sponsorships remaining.
There are only 2 of these sponsorships remaining.
Meal & Event Sponsorships

Breakfast
Use this time to share a presentation about your organization and what it has to offer group tours. This sponsorship includes a showcase booth if desired.
Sponsored by Tourism London
Sponsored by Tourism London

Lunch
Use this time to highlight your organization and what it can offer groups travelling in North America. WOW the audience with spectacular entertainment to make it an experience to remember. This sponsorship includes a showcase booth if desired.
Sponsored by MCI and Ottawa Tourism
Sponsored by MCI and Ottawa Tourism

Evening Event
Host an all-delegate evening reception to get everyone’s attention. WOW the group travel industry with entertainment, activities, food and beverages to make a name for yourself at the OMCA Marketplace. No money is paid to OMCA, the cost of this sponsorship is covering the event costs for an evening event. This sponsorship includes a showcase booth, if desired.
Sponsored by: Explore Waterloo Region
Sponsored by: Explore Waterloo Region

Coach Operator Reception
Host the coach operators with an intimate, operator-only reception.
Sponsored by Wajax
Sponsored by Wajax

Tour Operator Reception
Host the tour operators with an intimate, operator-only reception following their education sessions. This sponsorship includes a showcase booth if desired.

Board of Directors Breakfast
Keep OMCA board members fueled by providing breakfast during their early meeting on November 3rd. The sponsor will receive visual and verbal recognition during this private meeting.
Other Sponsorships

Showcase Booth (add-on, no additional delegate)
MEMBERS ONLY: Appointment-taking sellers can add a showcase booth to their registration! Certain sponsorships already include this booth. This option is for sellers who wish to get extra exposure with a showcase booth.
This does not include an additional delegate to be in the booth. Additional delegates can register for 550 CAD/500 USD
This does not include an additional delegate to be in the booth. Additional delegates can register for 550 CAD/500 USD

Showcase Booth (incl. non-appt taking delegate)
MEMBERS ONLY: This showcase booth includes one non-appointment-taking delegate attendance to promote the booth.

Buyer Booth Signs
Your logo on every buyer booth sign for clear and consistent recognition.

Tour Operator Education Sessions
Sponsor Sign and presence during the tour operator education sessions on November 3rd. This sponsorship includes a short introduction and a sponsor booth if desired.

Coach Operator Education Sessions
Sponsor sign and presence during the coach operator education sessions on November 5th and 6th.
Sponsored by Prevost
Sponsored by Prevost

Name Badge Holders
Have your company’s logo on all OMCA Marketplace delegate name badges.
This sponsorship includes a showcase booth.
Sponsored by Destination Markham
This sponsorship includes a showcase booth.
Sponsored by Destination Markham

Marketplace Refreshments (Marketplace and Exhibitor floor)
The sponsor has a creative licence to brand the coffee stations on the marketplace and exhibitor floor to their liking. Sponsor is welcome to have a representative at the refreshment stand and give out gifts if desired.

Marketplace Clock
Have your logo on the prominent Marketplace clock that all delegates look to at least once every 8 minutes! This sponsorship includes a showcase booth if desired.

Marketplace E-Blast
Your customized promotional email was sent to all OMCA registered delegates.

Marketplace Aisle Markers
Floor stickers in each aisle draw attention to your brand all day long.

Operator Gift on Buyer Table
Does not include the cost of the gift. Place a gift for the OMCA buyers on their booths before the Marketplace doors open.

Restroom Branding
Whether it is with signs in each of the stalls, branded beauty and hygiene products for the taking, or a disco party set up…you can brag the attention of all delegates during each personal break. The sponsor is responsible for the cost of all items used for gifts/branding.

Electrical for Buyer Booths
OMCA Buyers are using laptops and tablets more and more often for their appointments, however, event AV is not always accessible. Save the day by providing electrical supply for all buyer’s booths so that the buyers can power their electronics with ease! Sponsor recognition will be displayed in each buyer booth.
This sponsorship includes an exhibitor booth if desired.
This sponsorship includes an exhibitor booth if desired.

Guest Room Welcome Tags
Your brand is on every delegate’s door at the host hotel.

Marketplace Scavenger Hunt
Your branding on the Marketplace Scavenger Hunt, powered by Urban Capers Scavenger Hunts. Be a part of the fun!
*Price varies depending on the level of customization
*Price varies depending on the level of customization
Silent Auction
If none of the above sponsorships sound right for you, you can always gain visibility in front of OMCA attendees and non-attending members by donating a gift to the OMCA Silent Auction, benefiting the OMCA Development Fund. The greater the prize, the greater your exposure.