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Spring
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2027 Conference • May 13-14, 2027 • Exhibits on May 13

Kalahari Convention Center, Wisconsin Dells | A conference for all WASBO members!

The SPRING Conference is WASBO's biggest event of the year, with something to offer for all WASBO Members. The six pillars of the SPRING Conference are Share | Plan | Reflect | Improve | Network | Grow. There are over 40 educational sessions, an expansive exhibit hall, a WASBO Foundation student scholarship fundraiser, WASBO professional recognition award presentations, and plenty of opportunities to network.


Attendee Registration

Opens May 2027

Fundraisers have seperate regisrations.

Attendee Information

Spend two days learning at educational sessions on topics such as auxiliary services, best practices, facilities (including certification sessions), human resources, sessions for those new to the profession, safety, and technology. Gain even more insight by visiting the sponsors in the exhibit hall, who are there to share their expertise. This conference also offers many chances for networking, sharing, reflecting, and fun!

  • Conference Fees & Cancellation Policy Coming Soon!
  • Hotel Information Coming Soon!
  • Scholarship Golf and Hike Fundraiser Registration Coming Soon!
  • Apply for Attendee Scholarship Information Coming in Early 2026
  • Ethical Standards for School Districts and Vendors

Exhibitor Registration

Booth Registration Opens: January 14 for Sponsors | February 11 for Exhibitors

Single Booth Fee: $1,200 for members • $1,500 for non-members

Exhibitor Information

The Spring Conference is WASBO's biggest event of the year, offering the ultimate platform for exhibitors to connect with key decision-makers in Wisconsin schools. With hundreds of members in attendance, the event features high-traffic exhibit hours, professional recognition awards, and networking favorites like the student scholarship fundraising bike ride and golf outing. Spend day one of the conference showcasing your solutions to officials actively seeking products and services for auxiliary services, facilities, human resources, safety, and technology. Maximize your visibility by engaging directly with attendees who are eager to learn from your expertise in the exhibit hall. This conference offers unrivaled opportunities for lead generation, brand awareness, relationship building, and fun!

Spring 2027 Student Scholarship Fundraisers

Golf Outing & Hike | May 12, 2027 | Wisconsin Dells

Hit the greens or enjoy a hike to support student scholarships awarded by WASBO to deserving Wisconsin high school seniors! Network on Wednesday, May 12, with district professionals and providers of products and services to Wisconsin schools.

WASBO currently awards more than $30,000 in scholarships for undergraduates, graduate students working to obtain their 08 license, and women pursuing their Facilities Manager Core Certification through WASBO University. Learn more about WASBO's Scholarship Program here.

The Scholarship Golf Outing will be held rain or shine, on Wednesday, May 12, at Trappers Turn Golf Club, located at 2955 Wisconsin Dells Pkwy, Wisconsin Dells. Teams of six will play a best-ball scramble. SBO Service Affiliate Members sponsor hole events to make this a fun networking opportunity for everyone, while we benefit students by raising money for high school senior scholarships.

Hikers: Pack your best hiking boots or sneakers and enjoy the outdoors at a local state park! The group will meet for lunch, then proceed to the park together.

Note: There will be no option to register others as part of this registration to ensure that District Professionals and Service Affiliates adhere to Wisconsin's State Ethics Laws for public employees. If you would like to register multiple attendees from your SAME ORGANIZATION when registration opens, email [email protected] or [email protected].


Sponsorships

Conference Sponsorships

Conference sponsorship opportunities are available to vendors who provide services or products to school districts. By sponsoring a portion of the Spring Conference, your organization helps keep registration for District Professionals affordable while providing outstanding visibility for your products and services. In addition to being recognized through WASBO's sponsor recognition program, Bronze & Above Sponsors who have confirmed their participation by February 5 will be able to purchase their booths early! Sponsorships for the 2027 Spring Conference will open on July 31! For more information, email [email protected] or call (608) 249-8588.
  

Golf Hole Sponsorships

Service Affiliates can sponsor a golf hole at WASBO's Spring Golf Outing. The price is $400 for members and $550 for non-members. Register for a hole sponsorship using the form above once sponsorships are available! The Golf Hole Sponsor Rep Registration and Golf Hole Preference Form will be sent to all sponsors at 8 AM on April 1. Golf holes will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.  Golf hole assignments are final and will be sent to sponsors on April 23.

In addition to increased visibility during the Spring Fundraisers and Conference, you can volunteer to run a game at your golf hole or play golf with district professionals! If sponsors choose to sponsor a golf hole and play, they will still need to pay the golf registration fees in addition to the sponsorship fees. Even if you can't attend the conference or fundraiser in person, sponsoring a golf hole is a great way to increase your visibility during the event. Please review the additional rules to maximize funding for student scholarships and ensure a safe and ethical event, and direct any questions to [email protected]:

  • Sponsoring volunteers will cover the cost of a golf cart rental.
  • Some golf holes may have multiple sponsors.
  • Only two reps are allowed per hole. If more than two representatives volunteer at a golf hole, companies must pay to sponsor an additional hole.
  • All golf hole sponsors must bring their own materials (including tables, chairs, and tents) and may not provide food, beverages, or alcohol to golfers, per the policies of both WASBO and the Golf Course.

 

Deadlines

July 31, 2026

Right of first refusal deadline for 2026 sponsors to renew the sponsorship.


August 3, 2026

New companies are invited to sponsor the 2027 conference.


January 14 (at 8 AM) - February 8, 2027

Priority exhibitor registration window for Bronze & Above Sponsors (Must be committed by February 5; sponsors still have to pay for their booths).


February 11, 2026

Exhibitor registration for all companies opens at 8 AM.


March 2027

Attendee registration opens.


March 25, 2027

Exhibitor and sponsor fees must be paid in full; otherwise, companies will forfeit booth space.


April 1, 2027

Exhibitor name badge registration opens | Golf hole preference and volunteer registration form sent to Spring golf hole sponsors.


Mid-April, 2027

Kalahari room block deadline. Official Date Coming Soon!


April 9, 2027

Deadline to sponsor the conference and fundraisers at the Platinum-Bronze level.


April 23, 2027

Golf hole assignments released | Deadline to sponsor a golf hole at the scholarship fundraiser | Exhibitor raffle submission deadline.


April 29, 2027

Last call for early bird discount attendee registration fees and name badge registrations.


April 30, 2027

Attendee list sent to sponsors and exhibitors.


May 7, 2027

Golf team assignments sent to golfers.


May 12, 2027

2027 Student Scholarship Fundraisers (Golf Outing & Hike).


May 13-14, 2027

Conference dates | Exhibits only on May 13.

Scholarships 

Thanks to the generous support of our service affiliates, multiple attendee scholarships will be awarded to attend the Spring 2027 Conference. These scholarships will enable school district professionals who would not otherwise be able to attend this conference to do so. Applications will open in March 2027.

Here is more information on qualifications:

  • The applicant must be employed by a public or private school, technical college, or university in Wisconsin and has sought other sources of funding, including his or her employer.
  • Preference will be given to first-time attendees of the WASBO Spring Conference. 

Hotel Info

Hotel Accommodations

Special conference hotel rates have been negotiated with the Kalahari Resort & Conference Center for Monday through Saturday nights of the conference week. Reservations will open in March 2027 when  attendee registration opens. 

 

NEW Kalahari Hotel Check-In

In order to ensure a successful check-in at the Kalahari, there is now a dedicated team that approves completed Letters of Authorization forms, Tax Exemption forms with completed WI S211, and Purchase orders to ensure validity prior to attachment to the reservations before check-in. All forms should be submitted no later than 7 days in advance of your stay to Kalahari at [email protected] or fax them to 608-254-6116. Failure to follow this procedure may result in full room and tax charges to the attendees on their personal cards; since the Front Desk will not accept these forms at check-in. If you have any questions at all, visit the general policy page for the resort, which explains the full policies in detail.

   

Thank you to our Spring 2026 Sponsors!