WELCOME TO THE 2026 SMALL BUSINESS MARKET RESEARCH FAIR & SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNAMENT hosted by the SAME San Antonio Post.
The San Antonio Post’s annual Industry Government Engagement with the Air Force Civil Engineer Center (AFCEC), US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Districts, and more returns this summer as a three-day event designed for connection, insight, engagement, and networking.
Day 1 (May 5): Scholarship Fundraiser Golf Tournament at Canyon Springs Golf Club and Welcome Social & Networking Event at Embassy Suites
Day 2 (May 6): SAME and Government Briefings with Panel Discussions - We will have a full day of presentations, briefings, and panel discussions from SAME Local and National Leaders, AFCEC Leader Gen. Miller, and AFCEC and USACE personnel, followed by an evening of socializing and networking. We will post a detailed agenda as specific timeframes and speakers are identified. Please check back for updates.
Day 3 (May 7):
One-on-One Industry-Government Networking Sessions - Appointments for one-on-one sessions are scheduled onsite with priority given to Sponsors and Small Businesses. Please check the agenda for reservation timeframes. Reservation instructions will be provided by our One-on-One Coordinator(s). A final list of Government entities participating in the One-on-One Sessions will be available on May 5 when you check-in. When (if) we are notified of confirmed Government One-on-One participants, we will post the information with the agenda. Please note: You MUST be a registered sponsor, exhibitor, or full conference attendee to reserve and attend a one-on-one session. Available until all slots filled.
SAME Texas Region Career Transition Workshop Breakout Sessions - More information on this activity will be posted when it is available.
SBMRF & GOLF EVENT SPONSORSHIPS
Title Sponsor - $5,000 (4 Available)
Booth in Foyer with table and 2 chairs
3 Conference Attendees
Logo on Event Website, SBMRF Program, and Signs at SBMRF & Golf Tournament, Beverage Cart, and #1 Tee
2-minute presentation after Post Welcome
Golf Foursome
Small Business - 2 early 1-on-1 reservations. You will be contacted by our 1-on-1 Coordinator to schedule your appointments. You may signup during our sponsor-only timeframe on Tues, May 5 from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Large Business - 2 reserved 1-on-1 slots based on availability. Our 1-on-1 Coordinator will contact you to let you know of the available appointments.
Gold Sponsor - Small Business - $2,500; Large Business - $3,500 (11 Available)
Booth in Foyer with table and 2 chairs
2 Conference Attendees
Logo on Event Website, SBMRF Program, & Signs at SBMRF & Golf Tournament and one hole
Up to four golfers at reduced rate
Small Business - 2 early 1-on-1 reservations. You will be contacted by our 1-on-1 Coordinator to schedule your appointments. You may signup during our sponsor-only timeframe on Tues, May 5 from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Large Business - 2 reserved 1-on-1 slots based on availability. Our 1-on-1 Coordinator will contact you to let you know of the available appointments.
Silver Sponsor - Small Business - $1,500; Large Business - $2,500 (13 Spaces Available for Silver Sponsors & Exhibitors)
Booth in Lantana, with table and 2 chairs
1 Conference Attendee
Logo on Event Website, SBMRF Program, & Signs at SBMRF & Golf Tournament and one hole
Small Business - 1 early 1-on-1 reservations. You will be contacted by our 1-on-1 Coordinator to schedule your appointment. You may signup during our sponsor-only timeframe on Tues, May 5 from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Large Business - 1 reserved 1-on-1 slot based on availability. Our 1-on-1 Coordinator will contact you to let you know of the available appointments.
Bronze Sponsor (DOES NOT INCLUDE A BOOTH) - Small Business - $1,000; Large Business - $1,500
1 Conference Attendee
Logo on Event Website, SBMRF Program, & Signs at SBMRF & Golf Tournament and one hole
Small Business - 1 early 1-on-1 reservations. You will be contacted by our 1-on-1 Coordinator to schedule your appointment. You may signup during our sponsor-only timeframe on Tues, May 5 from 2:00pm-5:00pm.
Large Business - 1 reserved 1-on-1 slot based on availability. Our 1-on-1 Coordinator will contact you to let you know of the available appointments.
OTHER SPONSORSHIPS
SBMRF SPONSORSHIPS
Lunch - $1,500 (Quantity 2) - includes conference attendee, sign, and thank you announcement
Networking Social - $1,500 (Quantity 2) - includes conference attendee, sign, and thank you announcement
WiFi - $500 (Quantity 2) - includes sign
GOLF SPONSORSHIPS (Logo on sign and presentation at the golf course & SBMRF)
Lunch - $500 (Quantity 4)
Breakfast - $300 (Quantity 4)
Single Golf Hole - $250
EXHIBITORS (includes conference attendee; 13 Spaces Available for Silver Sponsors & Exhibitors)
Small Business - $750
Large Business - $1,250
Silver Sponsors will be placed prior to Exhibitors. Exhibitors will be placed in available spaces based on their registration date. Each booth includes a table and 2 chairs. We cannot accommodate exhibitor booths wider than 8'.
ATTEND CONFERENCE - includes access to Industry-Government Engagement Sessions and Leadership Briefings; ability to participate in 1-on-1s (WITH RESERVATION ONLY); Lunch Wed & Thurs; and the Networking Socials on Tues & Wed with 3 drink tickets.
Industry Representatives
Small Business - SAME Member = $350; Non-SAME Member = $500 (late registration +$50)
Large Business - SAME Member = $450; Non-SAME Member = $600 (late registration +$50)
Retired, Unemployed, or Sole Proprietor - SAME Member = $50; Non-SAME Member = $150 (late registration +$25)
SAME Young Professional - $250 (late registration +$50)
One Day - See below
Networking Social Only - See below
Government Employees (Active Duty or Civilian)
Speaker/Panelist, Conducting 1-on-1s, Staffing a Booth, and/or Supporting a Government Speaker - Free (YOU MUST REGISTER TO OBTAIN THE FREE ADMISSION)
NOT a Speaker/Panelist, Staffing a Booth, or Conducting 1-on-1s - ONLY Attending - $25 one day; $50 two days
One Day Registration (includes Networking Social the evening before & one drink ticket and briefings/presentations/sessions & lunch the day of the registration; Thursday attendees may attend the 1-on-1s [with reservation only]. Late registration +$25)
Small Business SAME Member - WED, MAY 6 = $185; THURS, MAY 7 = $180
Small Business Non-SAME Member - WED, MAY 6 = $260; THURS, MAY 7 = $255
Large Business SAME Member - WED, MAY 6 = $235; THURS, MAY 7 = $230
Large Business Non-SAME Member - WED, MAY 6 = $310; THURS, MAY 7 = $305
Retired, Unemployed, or Sole Proprietor SAME Member - WED, MAY 6 = $35; THURS, MAY 7 = $30
Retired, Unemployed, or Sole Proprietor Non-SAME Member - WED, MAY 6 = $85; THURS, MAY 7 = $80
SAME Young Professional - WED, MAY 6 = $135; THURS, MAY 7 = $130
Networking Social Events ONLY (includes one drink ticket/night)
SAME Member NOT Attending the Conference - $75/night
Non-SAME Member NOT Attending the Conference - $150/night
Guest of a Conference Attendee (must be registered by a full conference attendee) - $50/night
LATE REGISTRATION BEGINS APRIL 20. On-line registration closes May 3. Registration will reopen on May 5 on-site only. If you cannot attend the SBMRF, you may substitute another person. Just go into your registration and change the name and contact information. If you need to cancel your reservation, please contact Bonnie Hopke at bonniejeand@msn.com. If you cancel before April 20, we will charge a $50 cancellation fee. THERE WILL BE NO REFUND FOR CANCELLATIONS AFTER APRIL 20.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND RAISER GOLF TOURNAMENT
$760/foursome
$200/person SAME Members
$175/person Active Military/Civilian Government Employees
$175/person SAME Young Professionals
$230/person Non-SAME Members
$30 - Aid Package (Gimmes & Throws) - One per golfer
Golf Fees include 18 holes, golf cart, pre-tournament breakfast, and awards luncheon.
Golf registration closes on April 29. If you cannot Golf, you may substitute another person. If you need to cancel your Golf reservation, please contact Bonnie Hopke at bonniejeand@msn.com. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS FOR GOLF CANCELLATIONS.
