Saturday, April 17, 2027

12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m

Registration

3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

NACAS Central Board Meeting (INVITE ONLY)

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Registration

Sunday, April 18, 2027

9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

CX Leadership Institutes Presented by Xavier Leadership Center

12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

First-Time Attendee and Leadership Institute Luncheon

1:45 p.m.–2:15 p.m.

Opening Entertainment, Welcome Address, and Awards

2:15 p.m.–3:15 p.m.

Opening Keynote: Dr. Jude Kiah

3:15 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Transition Break

3:30 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Concurrent Session Block A

4:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Transition Break

4:30 p.m.–5:45 p.m.

Xavier University Campus Tour

6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Opening Event at Rhinegeist Brewery — Sponsored by Aramark Collegiate Hospitality

Monday, April 19, 2027

7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Breakfast at Hoff Dining Commons

8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Business Partner Showcase Move-In

9:15 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Welcome and Connect + Exchange Spotlight

9:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m.

Diamond Sponsors Spotlight Series I

10:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Transition Break

11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.

Concurrent Session Block B

11:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Transition Break

12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

Lunch, NACAS Update, and CX 2028 Preview

1:30 p.m.–2:15 p.m.

Concurrent Session Block C

2:15 p.m.–2:30 p.m.

Transition Break

2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

General Session: The Student Voice — What Today’s Students Expect from Campus Services (Student Panel)

3:45 p.m.–5:15 p.m.

University of Cincinnati Campus Tour

5:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m.

Central Networking Happy Hour - NACAS Foundation Flip-A-Coin

Evening

Dinner on Your Own

Tuesday, April 20, 2027

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Registration

8:30 a.m.–9:45 a.m.

Business Partner Recognition Breakfast

10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Business Partner Showcase

12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m.

Lunch and NACAS Central Business Meeting

1:45 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Transition Break

2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.

Concurrent Session Block D

2:45 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Transition Break

3:00 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Diamond Sponsors Spotlight Series II

4:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Transition Break

4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.

Closing Keynote

6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Closing Event

Wednesday, April 21, 2027

8:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Breakfast on Your Own

9:30 a.m.

Optional Thomas Moore University Campus Tour with CVG Airport Drop-Off or return to Xavier

*High-level schedule. Presentation titles, speakers, room assignments, and detailed session descriptions will be added as confirmed.

Save the Date

The 2027 NACAS Central CX conference in Cincinnati, OH, provides the Central region’s premier exchange of campus-centric ideas, solutions, and connections. Designed and delivered by your own professional peers the conference will take place at Xavier University. The NACAS Central CX gives you the best opportunity to address your needs, nurture relationships, and easily seek out other campus service leaders that have similar interests, requirements, and visions for how to empower campus communities.

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Hotel and Travel

The Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown is the official conference hotel for the 2027 NACAS Central CX. For added flexibility, we've also provided a selection of nearby hotels to help you find the accommodations that best fit your needs.

Hilton Garden Inn Cincinnati Midtown (.9 miles from campus)
Rooms as low as $140

2145 Dana Avenue Cincinnati, Ohio 45207 USA

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Courtyard by Marriott Cincinnati Midtown/Rookwood (2 miles from campus)

Rooms as low as $166

3813 Edwards Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45209

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Residence Inn by Marriott Cincinnati Midtown/Rookwood (2 miles from campus)
Rooms as low as $198
3815 Edwards Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45209
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Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton Cincinnati Midtown Rookwood (2 miles from campus)
Rooms as low as $145
2654 Madison Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45208 USA
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Creating and Cultivating Gateways to Success

The 2026 NACAS Central CX Conference in St. Louis, MO, April 7–9, provided the Central region’s premier exchange of campus-centric ideas, solutions, and connections. It was designed and delivered by professional peers at WashU, Saint Louis University, and Saint Louis Community College. The NACAS Central CX gave attendees the best opportunity to address their needs, nurture relationships, and easily connect with other campus service leaders who shared similar interests, requirements, and visions for empowering campus communities.

Conference Highlights

Over 200 attendees
30+ unique institutions
20+ Educational Sessions
3 Campus Tours
An experience focused on learning, networking, and a leadership growth mindset

Diamond Sponsor - $7,000
(6 Available)

Diamond is the highest level of business partner engagement at NACAS Central CX 2027 and is designed for organizations seeking the strongest conference-wide visibility, highest-value recognition, and a premium presence in the Business Partner Showcase Hall.

Includes:

● One (1) 10x20 booth in the Business Partner Showcase Hall

● Up to six (6) conference registrations + one (1) sponsored institution conference registration

● Sponsorship of one (1) Marquee Conference Experience

● One (1) Featured Partner Insight Session

● First-priority booth selection

● Featured recognition in conference signage, website, app, and conference materials

● Verbal recognition during a general session

● Opportunity for brief welcome remarks at the sponsored event, subject to conference leadership approval

● Company listing on NACAS Central website with link to business

● Pre- and post-conference attendee lists

Diamond Inventory:

1. Opening Reception

2. Welcome & Opening Keynote

3. Monday Lunch + Awards + 2028 CX Preview

4. Tuesday Lunch + NACAS Business Meeting

5. Closing Reception

6. CX Leadership Institutes

Platinum Sponsor - $5,000
(7 Available)

Platinum is designed for organizations seeking strong conference visibility, premium business partner engagement, and a full exhibit presence in the Business Partner Showcase Hall.

Includes:

● One (1) 10x10 booth in the Business Partner Showcase Hall

● Up to four (4) conference registrations

● Sponsorship of one (1) Premier Conference Experience

● One (1) Featured Partner Insight Session

● Priority booth selection after Diamond sponsors

● Enhanced recognition in conference signage, website, app, and conference materials

● Verbal recognition during sponsored event or designated conference acknowledgment

● Company listing on NACAS Central website with link to business

● Pre- and post-conference attendee lists

Platinum Inventory:

1. Sunday Light Breakfast

2. Transportation

3. Monday Breakfast

4. Featured Student Panel Session

5. Tuesday Breakfast

6. Auxiliary Leadership Panel

7. TBD

Gold Sponsor - $2,000
(10 Available)

Gold is designed for organizations seeking meaningful conference visibility and attendee engagement without booth space automatically included.

Includes:

● Up to three (3) conference registrations

● Sponsorship of one (1) Attendee Experience Opportunity

● Recognition in conference signage, website, app, and conference materials

● Company listing on NACAS Central website with link to business

● Post-conference attendee list

Gold Inventory:

1. Sunday Break

2. Monday Break

3. Monday Continuous Coffee

4. Monday Dessert

5. Tuesday Break #1

6. Tuesday Break #2

7. Tuesday Roundtable Sessions

8. Wednesday Post-Conference Experience / Transportation Support

9. Charging Lounge

10. Conference Wi-Fi or Photo Booth

Silver Sponsor - $1,000
(10 Available)

Silver is designed for organizations seeking lighter but still visible brand presence at NACAS Central CX 2027.

Includes:

● Up to two (2) conference registrations

● Sponsorship of one (1) Conference Item or Attendee Amenity

● Recognition in conference signage, website, app, and conference materials

● Company listing on NACAS Central website with link to business

● Post-conference attendee list

Silver Inventory:

1. Lanyards

2. Name Badges

3. Tote Bags

4. Notebooks

5. Pens

6. Welcome Bag Inserts

7. Coffee Sleeve Sponsor

8. Cocktail Napkins

9. Snack Giveaway

10. Small Branded Conference Item

Business Partner Showcase Hall Booth - $1,500

Includes:

● One (1) 10x10 booth in the Business Partner Showcase Hall

● Pipe-and-drape booth setup

● Standard booth furnishings

● Company identification signage

● Two (2) conference registrations

● Company listing in conference materials and/or app

● Company listing on NACAS Central website with link to business

● Recognition on showcase signage

● Pre- and post-conference attendee lists

Best For:

● Business partners seeking a full showcase presence without a sponsorship package

● Gold or Silver Sponsors adding booth participation

● Established business partners wanting strong visibility in the primary expo environment

Emerging Business Partner Gallery Table - $750

Includes:

● One (1) 8-foot table

● Two (2) chairs

● Company identification signage

● Placement in the connected Emerging Business Partner Gallery

● One (1) conference registration

● Company listing in conference materials and/or app

● Company listing on NACAS Central website with link to business

● Recognition on gallery signage

● Post-conference attendee list

Eligibility:

Participation in the Emerging Business Partner Gallery is limited to organizations meeting one or more of the following criteria:

● Within the first three (3) years as a NACAS business partner OR First-time exhibitor at NACAS Central CX

NACAS Central reserves the right to determine eligibility and limit participation in the Emerging Business Partner Gallery.

Non-Exhibiting Business Partner Registration - $650

For business partners attending NACAS Central CX 2027 without exhibit space.

Includes:

● One (1) conference registration

● Access to educational sessions, general sessions, and designated networking events as
outlined in the conference agenda

Does Not Include:

● Booth or table space in the Business Partner Showcase Hall or Emerging Business
Partner Gallery

● Attendee list access

Additional Business Partner Registrations - $500

Available for sponsoring and exhibiting business partners who wish to bring representatives
beyond those included in their package.

Does Not Include:

● Attendee list access

FEATURED ADD-ONS & ACTIVATION OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsored Attendee Email — $500

Message distributed through an official NACAS Central communication channel. Content subject to review and scheduling approval.

Charging Lounge Sponsor — $500

Branded attendee charging area or station, if not already assigned through a sponsorship package.

Photo Booth Sponsor — $500

Branded photo opportunity for attendees, if offered and not already assigned through a sponsorship package.

Headshot Studio Sponsor — $750

Branded professional headshot station for attendees.

Speaker/Board Lounge Activation — $500

Branding support for a designated speaker, board, or leadership lounge area.

Featured Partner Insight Session Add-On — $750

Available only if space remains after Diamond and Platinum selections. The session must be clearly labeled and approved as part of the conference partner content structure.

Flip-A-Coin Support Sponsor — $400 giveaway value

Sponsor provides approximately $400 in giveaway value to support the NACAS Foundation Flip-A-Coin activity.

Exhibitor & Sponsor Information Guide

Sponsorship Category Definitions

Marquee Conference Experiences

These are the highest-visibility, signature conference anchor moments. Examples include:

● Opening Reception

● Welcome & Opening Keynote

● Monday Lunch + Awards + 2028 CX Preview

● Tuesday Lunch + NACAS Business Meeting

● Closing Reception

Premier Conference Experiences

These are high-profile conference moments with strong attendance and broad visibility.

Examples include:

● Sunday Light Breakfast

● CX Leadership Institutes

● Choose Your Experience

● Monday Breakfast

● Featured Student Panel Session

● Tuesday Breakfast

● Auxiliary Leadership Panel

Attendee Experience Opportunities

These are visible touchpoints tied directly to attendee engagement and conference flow. Examples include:

● Breaks

● Continuous coffee and dessert

● Roundtable sessions

● Charging Lounge

● Conference Wi-Fi

● Photo Booth

● Transportation support

Conference Items or Attendee Amenities

These are branded conference items or smaller attendee-facing sponsorship opportunities. Examples include:

● Lanyards

● Name badges

● Tote bags

● Notebooks

● Pens

● Welcome bag inserts

● Coffee sleeves

● Cocktail napkins

● Snack giveaway

● Small branded conference item
Placement and Eligibility Guidelines

● All booth and table opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

● Booth selection priority in the Business Partner Showcase Hall is based on sponsorship level and confirmed commitment date.

● Diamond Sponsors receive first-priority booth selection.

● Platinum Sponsors receive second-priority booth selection.

● Emerging Business Partner Gallery participation is limited to qualifying organizations only.

● NACAS Central reserves the right to determine eligibility, assign final placement, and limit participation as needed.

● The Business Partner Showcase itself will not be sold as a sponsorship opportunity.
Attendee List Access

Pre-Conference Attendee List

Pre-conference attendee lists will be provided to:

● Diamond Sponsors

● Platinum Sponsors

● Business Partner Showcase Hall Booth purchasers

Post-Conference Attendee List

Post-conference attendee lists will be provided to:

● Diamond Sponsors

● Platinum Sponsors

● Gold Sponsors

● Silver Sponsors

● Business Partner Showcase Hall Booth purchasers

● Emerging Business Partner Gallery participants

Attendee List Access Is Not Included With:

● Non-Exhibiting Business Partner Registration
Contact Information

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Saturday, April 17, 2027

12:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m

Registration

3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

NACAS Central Board Meeting (INVITE ONLY)

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Registration

Sunday, April 18, 2027

9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

CX Leadership Institutes Presented by Xavier Leadership Center

12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

First-Time Attendee and Leadership Institute Luncheon

1:45 p.m.–2:15 p.m.

Opening Entertainment, Welcome Address, and Awards

2:15 p.m.–3:15 p.m.

Opening Keynote: Dr. Jude Kiah

3:15 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

Transition Break

3:30 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Concurrent Session Block A

4:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Transition Break

4:30 p.m.–5:45 p.m.

Xavier University Campus Tour

6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Opening Event at Rhinegeist Brewery — Sponsored by Aramark Collegiate Hospitality

Monday, April 19, 2027

7:30 a.m.–9:00 a.m.

Breakfast at Hoff Dining Commons

8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Registration

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Business Partner Showcase Move-In

9:15 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Welcome and Connect + Exchange Spotlight

9:30 a.m.–10:45 a.m.

Diamond Sponsors Spotlight Series I

10:45 a.m.–11:00 a.m.

Transition Break

11:00 a.m.–11:45 a.m.

Concurrent Session Block B

11:45 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Transition Break

12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m.

Lunch, NACAS Update, and CX 2028 Preview

1:30 p.m.–2:15 p.m.

Concurrent Session Block C

2:15 p.m.–2:30 p.m.

Transition Break

2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m.

General Session: The Student Voice — What Today’s Students Expect from Campus Services (Student Panel)

3:45 p.m.–5:15 p.m.

University of Cincinnati Campus Tour

5:15 p.m.–6:15 p.m.

Central Networking Happy Hour - NACAS Foundation Flip-A-Coin

Evening

Dinner on Your Own

Tuesday, April 20, 2027

8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Registration

8:30 a.m.–9:45 a.m.

Business Partner Recognition Breakfast

10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Business Partner Showcase

12:30 p.m.–1:45 p.m.

Lunch and NACAS Central Business Meeting

1:45 p.m.–2:00 p.m.

Transition Break

2:00 p.m.–2:45 p.m.

Concurrent Session Block D

2:45 p.m.–3:00 p.m.

Transition Break

3:00 p.m.–4:15 p.m.

Diamond Sponsors Spotlight Series II

4:15 p.m.–4:30 p.m.

Transition Break

4:30 p.m.–5:30 p.m.

Closing Keynote

6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

Diamond Sponsor - $7,000
(6 Available)

Platinum Sponsor - $5,000
(7 Available)

Gold Sponsor - $2,000
(10 Available)

Silver Sponsor - $1,000
(10 Available)