The Cognitive Innovation Conference is a premier, in-person forum designed to connect
industry leaders, innovators, and academics around one defining challenge: shaping
the AI-driven future of work. Our purpose is to bridge academia and industry to engage
and explore technological advances that will shape the future of work. We seek to
build network, bridges, and share knowledge among all participants at the conference.
Tentative Schedule
May 9, 2026 | KSU Center (3333 Busbee Dr.)
One day premium networking and knowledge sharing event
Time
Program
7:30 – 8:30 AM
Registration & Networking Breakfast
8:30 – 8:45 AM
Welcome Remarks
8:45 – 9:30 AM
Keynote Speaker #1
9:30 – 10:45 AM
Breakout Sessions #1 (Academic & Industry tracks)
11:00 – 12:00 PM
Executive Panel Session
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Networking Lunch + Expo Floor Open
1:30 – 2:45 PM
Breakout Sessions #2 (Academic & Industry tracks)
2:45 – 4:00 PM
Breakout Sessions #3 (Academic & Industry tracks)
4:00 – 4:45 PM
Keynote Speaker #2
4:45 – 5:00 PM
Closing Remarks
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Social Event & Networking
Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum Sponsor - $20,000 (1 spot available)
Exclusive presenting partnership and maximum visibility
Naming rights: “The Inaugural Cognitive Innovation Conference, presented by [Sponsor Name]”
Prominent logo placement on all conference materials, website, signage, and main stage
screens
Verbal recognition during opening and closing remarks
Dedicated sponsor spotlight slide during keynote transitions
Priority-location premium vendor booth in the expo area (if desired)
Featured sponsor profile in the conference program and proceedings
Recognition in all pre- and post-event marketing communications and social media
Complimentary conference registrations (up to 10 passes)
Gold Sponsor - $10,000 (Up to 5 available)
High-visibility sponsorship with strong thought-leadership presence
Logo displayed on event screens, website, and conference signage
Verbal recognition during panel session
Sponsor logo featured on conference program and proceedings
Standard vendor booth in the expo area (if desired)
Dedicated sponsorship: breakfast, lunch, dinner, or social (2)
Social media recognition before and after the event
Complimentary conference registrations (up to 7 passes)
Silver Sponsor - $5,000 (Up to 5 available)
Targeted brand exposure and engagement
Logo placement on event website and selected signage
Recognition slide during breaks or session transitions
Company mention in the conference program
Opportunity to contribute branded merchandise or swag
Social media recognition
Complimentary conference registrations (up to 4 passes)
Bronze Sponsor - $1,000 (Up to 10 available)
Entry-level sponsorship with strong brand exposure
Logo placement on the conference website and rotating sponsor slides
Recognition in the conference program as a Bronze Sponsor
Social media recognition leading up to the event
Complimentary conference registrations (up to 4 passes)
