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2026 Galveston Economic Development Summit

October 29, 2026 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM (CDT)

Description

We invite you to join us for the 14th Annual Galveston Economic Development Summit. Each year, this event brings together leaders from business, government, education and community sectors to share ideas and discuss innovative strategies for sustainable economic growth in Galveston and the region. Through this collaborative effort we hope to inspire and educate attendees and to strengthen business and community development efforts.

ADMISSION OPTIONS:

Individual Expo Ticket - $25

Join us at the expo hall to check out all the exciting exhibitors. Admits entry to the expo hall only. Does not allow entry into the main summit ballroom.

Individual Summit Ticket - $150 ($100 for dues paying members)

This ticket admits entry into the expo hall in addition to the summit ballroom and all breakout session.

Student Ticket Scholarship - $100

Buy a ticket for a student to experience the Summit and learn more about doing business in Galveston. This ticket will allow the student entry to the expo hall, summit ballroom, and breakout sessions.

Summit Table for 8 - $3,000 ($2,000 for dues paying members)

Bring your team or friends to join you in filling up a table of 8 guests.

This comes with admission for all 8 guests into the expo hall, summit ballroom, and all breakout session.


EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES:

Exhibit Booth — $500 ($250 for dues paying members)

  • 10' x 10' booth
  • Standard 6 foot table
  • Two chairs
  • Admission for 2 to the Expo Hall

Booth + GEDP Membership Bundle — $1,250

  • 10' x 10' booth
  • Standard 6 foot table
  • Two chairs
  • Admission for 2 to the Expo Hall
  • Includes discounted pathway to GEDP annual Sustaining Membership


SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

All Sponsors Levels will receive:

  • Strategic brand placement across event materials and presentations
  • Recognition in the Summit Program
  • Exposure through our print, digital, and media communications
  • 10 x 10 Expo Booth
  • Admission for 2 expo hall tickets


Student Participation Sponsor - $2,000

  • Logo on a student table
  • Admission for 2 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

Pen Pal Gift Sponsor - $2,500 SOLD OUT

  • Logo on branded pens given to every attendee
  • Admission for 3 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

Expo Sponsor - $5,000

  • Signage in the Expo Hall
  • Admission for 5 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th
  • 20 x 20 Expo Booth (standard booths are 10 x 10)
  • Annual Sustaining Membership ($1,000 value)

In the Bag Gift Sponsor - $5,000

  • Logo on branded tote bags given to every attendee
  • Admission for 5 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

VIP Entertainment Sponsor - $5,000  SOLD OUT

  • Signage on the game vouchers for the casino games at the VIP event
  • Admission for 5 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

Fiesta Sponsor - $10,000

  • Signage at the nacho and networking bar
  • Admission for 10 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

Bound to Impress Gift Sponsor - $10,000 SOLD OUT

  • Logo on branded notebooks given to every attendee
  • Admission for 10 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

Fueling the Summit Sponsor - $10,000

  • Signage at the Summit coffee station
  • Admission for 10 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th

Power Lunch Sponsor - $25,000

  • Signage during the Summit Luncheon
  • Admission for 25 guests at the Summit and VIP Event on October 28th



Hotel Accommodations

Two hotel blocks are available for Galveston Economic Development Summit attendees (October 27–29, 2026).

  • The Tremont House, Galveston, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel is offering a special group rate of $185.00 USD per night.
    Book your group rate at The Tremont House
    Reservations must be made by Sunday, September 27, 2026 to receive the group rate.
  • The San Luis Resort, Galveston is offering a special group rate of $189.00 USD per night plus 15% occupancy tax, plus a $25 resort fee and $30 self-parking fee (each plus tax) per night.
    Book your group rate at The San Luis Resort
    Reservations must be made by Monday, September 28, 2026 to receive the group rate. Check-in is 4:00 pm, check-out is 11:00 am. Guests are responsible for room, tax, and incidental charges, and a credit card is required at booking.


Thank you to our VIP Entertainment Sponsor:


Thank you to our Pen Pal Gift Sponsor:


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Contact Information

Galveston Economic Development Partnership
Name: Kelsey Malan
Phone: (409) 770-0216
Email: malan@gedp.org
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