2026 Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum-Shawnee, OK
Tue, Feb 24
|Grand Casino Hotel & Resort
Join us for this dynamic Economic Development Regional Forum designed specifically for Rural America. Regular Forum Registration is $129 Onsite Registration Rate is $149 available February 24, 2026 Discounted Group Registration for Five $516 (register four, get one free!)
Time & Location
Feb 24, 2026, 2:00 PM CST – Feb 25, 2026, 3:00 PM CST
Grand Casino Hotel & Resort, 777 Grand Casino Boulevard, Shawnee, OK 74804
About the event
This exciting national Economic Development Forum will take place in Shawnee, Oklahoma February 24 & 25, 2026. This Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum will feature nationally renowned subject matter experts and successful economic development practitioners along with dynamic regional panelists. Topics to be covered include planning, leadership, infrastructure, entrepreneurship, downtown revitalization, regionalism, BRE, technology tools, small business development, workforce, arts & culture, tourism, livability, case studies and more!
Enjoy a gathering designed specifically for rural communities. You will receive tangible tools and strategies to help your cities, counties and regions grow! This Forum is designed for Economic Development Organizations, Chambers of Commerce, Cities, Counties, Utilities, Downtown & Main Street Organizations, Lenders, Workforce Development, Community Organizations, Elected Officials, Industry Leaders and those with a vested interest in the growth and prosperity of Rural America.
Tickets
Regular Forum Registration
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Feb 25, 2026, 2:00 PM CST
Regular Registration Rate for the 2026 Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum in Shawnee, OK is $129. Open to all interested individuals.
$129.00
Discounted Group of Five
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Feb 25, 2026, 3:00 PM CST
Enjoy this special discount for 5 registrants in your group. Must be paid by one main contact. Please email the list and contact information for each registrant to lorie@accelerationbydesign.com no later than February 20, 2026.
$516.00
Extra Ticket to Forum Dinner
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Feb 25, 2026, 3:00 PM CST
One Dinner ticket is included in each registration. $25 for extra tickets to the CELEBRATE RURAL AMERICA Reception & Dinner Party to be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Family members and guests are welcome. Dress is Casual.
$25.00
Presenting Sponsor (Exc)
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:28 AM CST
(7) Seven complimentary registrations (value $903) 1 Exhibit Table (optional) Sponsor Marketing Video shown during Forum (provided by the sponsor) Special Recognition from the stage Advance social media recognition & website hot links Special signage at the Forum Option to place promotional item/marketing material in participant bag
$5,000.00
Title Sponsor (Exc)
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:28 AM CST
(6) Six complimentary registrations (value $774) 1 Exhibit Table (optional) Sponsor Marketing Video shown during Forum (provided by the sponsor) Special Recognition from the stage Advance social media recognition & website hot links Special signage at the Forum Option to place promotional item/marketing material in participant bag
$4,000.00
Hospitality Sponsor (Exc)
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Feb 25, 2026, 9:50 AM CST
Exclusive sponsorship. This sponsorship includes five (5) complimentary registrations to the Summit along with social media promotion, special signage, special recognition at the Summit and opportunity to place a marketing piece in attendee bags. Sponsorship also includes ten (10) additional VIP Invitations to the Party.
$3,000.00
Platinum Sponsor
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:35 AM CST
Five (5) complimentary registrations (value $645) One Exhibitor Package (optional) Recognition from the Podium Advance social media recognition & website hot links Special signage at the Forum Option to place a promotional/marketing swag in the participant bags
$3,000.00
Luncheon Sponsor (Exc)
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:30 AM CST
Four (4) complimentary registrations (value $516) 1 Exhibit Package (optional) Marketing Video played during the Forum Luncheon Special Recognition from the stage Advance social media recognition & website hot links Special signage at the Forum Option to place promotional item/marketing material in participant bag or on tables
$2,500.00
Gold Sponsor
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:38 AM CST
Three (3) complimentary registrations (value $387) 1 Exhibit Package (optional) Advance social media recognition & website hot links Recognition from Podium Special signage at the Forum
$2,000.00
SOLD Refreshment Sponsor (Exc)
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:33 AM CST
Three (3) complimentary registrations (value $387) 1 Exhibit Package (optional) Website hot links Special signage at the Forum Option to place promotional/marketing item in participant bags
$1,500.00
Forum Bag Sponsor (Exc)
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:45 AM CST
Two (2) complimentary registrations Exclusive logo branding on the official Forum participant bags Opportunity to place a marketing piece in the Forum bags Advance social media promotion Deadline for this Sponsorship is February 1, 2026
$1,500.00
Community Sponsor
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:38 AM CST
Two (2) complimentary registrations (value $258) 1 Exhibit Package (optional) Advance social media recognition & website hot links Recognition from Podium Special signage at the Forum Option to place promotional item/marketing materials in participant bags
$1,000.00
Silver Sponsor
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:42 AM CST
Two (2) complimentary registrations (value $258) Advance social media recognition & website hot links Exhibitor Package (optional) Special signage at the Forum
$750.00
Bronze Sponsorship
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:42 AM CST
One (1) complimentary registrations (value $129) Advance social media recognition & website hot links Exhibitor Package (optional) Special signage at the Forum
$500.00
Vendor Partner
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:49 AM CST
One (1) complimentary registration One (1) 8' space (optional) One (1) 6' table or ability to place one item in the Participant Bags One (1) Chair (more available) Electricity (upon request) Social media promotion
$300.00
Forum Contributor*
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:49 AM CST
Opportunity to place a marketing item in participant bags Opportunity to place a marketing item on the Forum tables Listed as a contributor on signage *Does not include registration
$100.00
Host Registration *
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:51 AM CST
This registration is only available to the Forum Administrator.
$0.00
Sponsor Comp Registration*
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Feb 25, 2026, 8:53 AM CST
*This registration can only be used by confirmed Sponsors of the Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum and is closely monitored by SURA staff. All cancelation policies apply. If you register and are unable to attend, please contact lorie@accelerationbydesign.com in writing prior to the event. All allocated sponsor registrations are transferable prior to the event.
$0.00
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