The Advanced Functional Fabrics Summit is two full days of curated programming featuring keynote speakers, panels, lightning talks, startup competition, interactive demos, a lively networking reception, and more.
A major goal of the Summit is creating connections in the advanced fabrics industry with in-person networking opportunities throughout the event with set networking breaks, demo tables, poster sessions, shared meals, coffee breaks, and receptions.
A major goal of the Summit is creating connections in the advanced fabrics industry with in-person networking opportunities throughout the event with set networking breaks, demo tables, poster sessions, shared meals, coffee breaks, and receptions.
This is intentionally not a huge event, where attendees are herded from one location to the next, not being able to get to know each other. It is very easy to reach your desired audience — whether industry, academia, or the U.S. Government — and cultivate impactful, collaborative relationships.
Sponsorship Options:
• Marquis
• Startup Pitch Competition
• Reception
• Lunches and Breaks
• Nametag
• Lanyard
• Swag Distribution
• Summit Program Ads
Elevate your brand among decision-makers: Meet senior-level executives, procurement leaders, researchers, and policymakers who influence purchasing, strategy, and R&D investments.
Showcase your products and capabilities, conduct product demonstrations, and sponsored sessions.
Accelerate collaboration and business development: Facilitate partnerships, pilot opportunities, and joint ventures with manufacturers, military and government agencies, and academic partners.
Access proprietary insights: Gain visibility into upcoming trends, standards, and regulatory considerations shaping the functional fabrics landscape.
Maximize brand awareness by getting your name and logo in front of potential customers before, during, and after the event through digital channels, on-site activation, and post-event content.
Reach a very targeted audience and have potential customers come to you, instead of hunting for them.
Key Attendee Segments:
• Manufacturing and process engineering leads seeking scalable fabric technologies
• Industry services and supply chain professionals
• Defense, government, and military research and acquisition teams
• Academic researchers advancing next-generation materials
• Startups commercializing novel fabrics and applications
• Industry services and supply chain professionals
• Defense, government, and military research and acquisition teams
• Academic researchers advancing next-generation materials
• Startups commercializing novel fabrics and applications
2026 Advanced Functional Fabrics Summit
Just a Few of the Past Attendee’s Job Titles
Acquisition Program Management Specialist
Advanced Manufacturing Engineer
Aerospace Engineer
Apparel Technical Designer
Behavior Research Scientist
Business Development
Capability Developer
Chief Commercial Officer
Chief Engineer
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Innovation Officer
Chief Marketing Officer
Chief Operations Officer
Chief Sales Officer
Chief Science Officer
Chief Strategy Officer
Chief Technology Officer
Client Relations Manager
Designer
Director of Advanced Technologies
Director of Business Operations
Director of Engineering
Director of Functional Materials
Director of Government Business Development
Director of Marketing & Communications
Director of Materials
Director of Product Innovation
Director of Product Management
Director of Program Management
Director of Research & Development
Director of Technical Services & Operations
Director of Technology Management & Integration
E Textile Engineer
EE/RF Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Engineering Technician
Equipment Manager
Executive Director
Executive Vice President
Founder
General Manager
Global Business Development Manager
Government Business Development & Product Group Leader
Head of Partnerships
Innovation Designer
Director of Materials
Director of Product Innovation
Director of Product Management
Director of Program Management
Director of Research & Development
Director of Technical Services & Operations
Director of Technology Management & Integration
E Textile Engineer
EE/RF Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Engineering Technician
Equipment Manager
Executive Director
Executive Vice President
Founder
General Manager
Global Business Development Manager
Government Business Development & Product Group Leader
Head of Partnerships
Innovation Designer
Innovation Scientist
Lead Integration Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Plant Engineer
President
Principal Embedded Engineer
Principal Engineer
Principal Research Scientist
Product Development Engineer
Product Development Manager
Product Engineer
Product Manager (Defense)
Product Manager (Fiber & Fabrics)
Product Specialist
Program Analyst
Program Executive Officer
Program Manager
Project Manager
Research Biomedical Engineer
Research Chemist
Research Engineer
Research Scientist
Sales Coordinator
Sales Engineer
Sales Representative
Scientist
Senior 3D Printing R&D Engineer
President
Principal Embedded Engineer
Principal Engineer
Principal Research Scientist
Product Development Engineer
Product Development Manager
Product Engineer
Product Manager (Defense)
Product Manager (Fiber & Fabrics)
Product Specialist
Program Analyst
Program Executive Officer
Program Manager
Project Manager
Research Biomedical Engineer
Research Chemist
Research Engineer
Research Scientist
Sales Coordinator
Sales Engineer
Sales Representative
Scientist
Senior 3D Printing R&D Engineer
Senior Designer
Senior Director of Business Development
Senior Director of Business Development
Senior Jacquard Designer
Senior Manager, QA/Supplier Compliance
Senior Research Scientist
Senior Technical & Market Development Professional
Senior Textile Design Engineer
Soft Goods Technical Project Manager
Staff Engineer
Strategic Program Manager
Systems Acquisition Manager
Systems Engineer
System Architect
Technology Architect
Technology Liaison
Technology R&D Principal
Technical Fellow — Textiles
Technical Program Manager
Technical Project Manager
Textile Engineer
Vice President
Vice President of Business Development
Vice President of Operations
Senior Manager, QA/Supplier Compliance
Senior Research Scientist
Senior Technical & Market Development Professional
Senior Textile Design Engineer
Soft Goods Technical Project Manager
Staff Engineer
Strategic Program Manager
Systems Acquisition Manager
Systems Engineer
System Architect
Technology Architect
Technology Liaison
Technology R&D Principal
Technical Fellow — Textiles
Technical Program Manager
Technical Project Manager
Textile Engineer
Vice President
Vice President of Business Development
Vice President of Operations
Marquis Sponsorship
Elevate your brand at the industry’s premier event for advanced fabrics. Gain unmatched visibility, thought leadership, and direct access to decision makers shaping the future of functional fabrics
Why Marquis Sponsorship Matters
• Unparalleled exposure across marketing collateral, on-site branding, and digital touchpoints
• Show your leadership to a targeted audience of engineers, designers, government decision makers, and executives
• Measurable impact with full-spectrum branding and curated social amplification
Marquis Sponsor Benefits
• “Sponsored by” on all Summit collateral
• Branded Lounge for meetings and demonstrations
• Branded Breakfast with logo on screens (both days)
• Name, logo, and link on the Summit website
• Full-page ad in the Summit program
• On-stage “Thank you” (opening both days)
• 2+ social media mentions per week
• 4 complimentary registrations
What Marquis Sponsors Receive
• Broad brand visibility across Summit materials
• Elite positioning as a leading supporter of advanced fabrics
• Direct access to industry leaders and potential customers
• Measurable opportunities to showcase innovations
• Networking advantages to accelerate partnerships
• Sponsorship investment and customization
Don’t wait, your brand will be featured in Summit promotions immediately after signing, delivering months of exposure.
$15,000 Member / $20,000 Non-Member
Become the Marquis Sponsor today
To secure your premier position at the Advanced Functional Fabrics Summit. Reach out to our Sponsorship Team at [email protected] to discuss availability and tailor-made options.
• Unparalleled exposure across marketing collateral, on-site branding, and digital touchpoints
• Show your leadership to a targeted audience of engineers, designers, government decision makers, and executives
• Measurable impact with full-spectrum branding and curated social amplification
Marquis Sponsor Benefits
• “Sponsored by” on all Summit collateral
• Branded Lounge for meetings and demonstrations
• Branded Breakfast with logo on screens (both days)
• Name, logo, and link on the Summit website
• Full-page ad in the Summit program
• On-stage “Thank you” (opening both days)
• 2+ social media mentions per week
• 4 complimentary registrations
What Marquis Sponsors Receive
• Broad brand visibility across Summit materials
• Elite positioning as a leading supporter of advanced fabrics
• Direct access to industry leaders and potential customers
• Measurable opportunities to showcase innovations
• Networking advantages to accelerate partnerships
• Sponsorship investment and customization
Don’t wait, your brand will be featured in Summit promotions immediately after signing, delivering months of exposure.
$15,000 Member / $20,000 Non-Member
Become the Marquis Sponsor today
To secure your premier position at the Advanced Functional Fabrics Summit. Reach out to our Sponsorship Team at [email protected] to discuss availability and tailor-made options.
Startup Pitch Competition Sponsorship
The Startup Pitch Competition attracts bold founders, investors, and leaders shaping the future of advanced textile technology and manufacturing. Sponsorship aligns you with the innovation engine driving fiber and fabric technology, delivering high-visibility exposure to the Summit’s most engaged audience.
As the Startup Pitch sponsor, your company will be featured across Summit promotions for this segment, carrying a “sponsored by” bi-line on social, email, and newsletters. Your logo will appear on the Startup Pitch Competition webpage with a clickable link to your site, signaling your support for early-stage innovation.
On event day, your logo will be on venue screens during the Startup Pitch segment and a host acknowledgment. We will include a full-page ad in the Summit Program to reach every attendee.
The Summit’s growing influence ensures sustained engagement across the advanced fabrics ecosystem through media and pre/post-event communications.
Startup Pitch Competition Sponsor Benefits
• Brand alignment with the Summit’s innovation engine and early-stage fabric tech leaders
• Logo and “sponsored by” attribution across social, email, and newsletters
• Clickable logo on the Startup Pitch Competition webpage
• Venue screen placements during the Startup Pitch segment and host acknowledgment
• Full-page ad in the Summit Program
• Ongoing exposure through pre/post-event media and communications
Sponsorship:
$10,000 Member / $12,000 Non-Member
As the Startup Pitch sponsor, your company will be featured across Summit promotions for this segment, carrying a “sponsored by” bi-line on social, email, and newsletters. Your logo will appear on the Startup Pitch Competition webpage with a clickable link to your site, signaling your support for early-stage innovation.
On event day, your logo will be on venue screens during the Startup Pitch segment and a host acknowledgment. We will include a full-page ad in the Summit Program to reach every attendee.
The Summit’s growing influence ensures sustained engagement across the advanced fabrics ecosystem through media and pre/post-event communications.
Startup Pitch Competition Sponsor Benefits
• Brand alignment with the Summit’s innovation engine and early-stage fabric tech leaders
• Logo and “sponsored by” attribution across social, email, and newsletters
• Clickable logo on the Startup Pitch Competition webpage
• Venue screen placements during the Startup Pitch segment and host acknowledgment
• Full-page ad in the Summit Program
• Ongoing exposure through pre/post-event media and communications
Sponsorship:
$10,000 Member / $12,000 Non-Member
To secure your premier position at the Advanced Functional Fabrics Summit. Reach out to our Sponsorship Team at [email protected] to discuss availability and tailor-made options.
Reception Sponsorship
Boost brand visibility, foster key connections, and lead in the future of functional fabrics.
What Sponsors Receive
• “Your Company Name’s Networking Reception” on signage at the entrance.
• Inclusion in Downloads, Agenda, and Summit Program
• Digital and On-Site Branding
• Company Name and Logo on screen during the reception
• Name, Logo, and Link on the Summit website
• Full-page ad in the Summit program
• On-stage “Thank You” when introducing the reception
Ongoing Exposure
• 2–5 social media mentions per month
• 1 complimentary registrations
Why Sponsor
• Multiple high-visibility touchpoints with • attendees
• Align your brand with innovation and leadership
• Facilitate meaningful connections and partnerships
Sponsorship:
$5,000 Member / $7,000 Non-Member
Lunch or Break Sponsorship
Captivate attendees during key refresh moments with visible branding, thoughtful engagement, and lasting impact.
What Sponsors Receive
• Logo and Company Name on all screens during your sponsored lunch/break period.
• Name, Logo, and Link on the Summit Website
Print and On-Site Prestige
• Full-Page Ad in the Summit Program
• On-Stage “Thank You” to Introduce Your Break/Lunch
Ongoing Exposure
• 1 Social Media Mention per Month
• 1 Complimentary Registrations
Why Sponsor
• Align your brand with attendee comfort and productive networking moments
• A premium ad and ongoing digital presence reinforce your leadership in functional fabrics
Sponsorship:
$3,000 Member / $5,000 Non-Member
Logo on Summit Nametags
Your logo on the name tags given to all Summit attendees.
Member $500
Non-Member $1,000
Branded Summit Lanyards
Your logo on the lanyards given out to all attendees. These are often taken home, which make this a great investment with a long tail.
Member: $1,000
Non-Member: $3,000
Your logo on the lanyards given out to all attendees. These are often taken home, which make this a great investment with a long tail.
Member: $1,000
Non-Member: $3,000
Pens or Swag Distribution
We will make your branded pens or promotional swag available at the Summit registration tables and/or presentation hall tables.
(giveaways require approval from AFFOA)
Member: $300
Non-Member: $750
Summit Program Ad
We will make your branded pens or promotional swag available at the Summit registration desk and/or presentation hall tables. Giveways require approval from AFFOA.
Member: $800
Member: $800
Non-Member $1000
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