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2026 Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum-Prattville, Alabama

Wed, Apr 15

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Central Alabama Community College

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 April 15, 2026 Discounted Group Registration for Five $516 (register four, get one free!)

2026 Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum-Prattville, Alabama
2026 Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum-Prattville, Alabama

Time & Location

Apr 15, 2026, 3:00 PM CDT – Apr 16, 2026, 4:00 PM CDT

Central Alabama Community College, 1320 Old Ridge Rd, Prattville, AL 36066, USA

About the event



This exciting national Economic Development Forum will take place in Prattville, Alabama April 15 & 16, 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!  We will roll out our power packed slate of speakers on Thursday, April 16th and will also enjoy a pre-Forum Tour and a special Hospitality event in Downtown Prattville on Wednesday, April 15th.

 

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,…


Tickets

  • Regular Forum Registration

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 4:00 PM CDT

    Regular Registration Rate for the 2026 Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum in Prattville, AL is $129. Open to all interested individuals.

    $129.00

  • Discounted Group of Five

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 4:00 PM CDT

    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 April 10, 2026.

    $516.00

  • Presenting Sponsor (Exc)

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:28 AM CDT

    (10) Complimentary registrations (value $1,290) 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)

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:28 AM CDT

    (8) Eight complimentary registrations (value $1,032) 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)

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 9:50 AM CDT

    Exclusive sponsorship. This sponsorship includes six (6) 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.

    $3,000.00

  • Platinum Sponsor

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:35 AM CDT

    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

    $2,000.00

  • Luncheon Sponsor (Exc)

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:30 AM CDT

    Eight (8) complimentary registrations (value $1,032) 1 Exhibit Package (optional) Marketing Video played during the Forum Luncheon Special Recognition from the stage during the Luncheon 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

    $4,000.00

  • Gold Sponsor

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:38 AM CDT

    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

    $1,500.00

  • Forum Bag Sponsor (Exc)

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:45 AM CDT

    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 March 20, 2026

    $1,500.00

  • Community Sponsor

    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

    Sale ended
  • Silver Sponsor

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:42 AM CDT

    Two (2) complimentary registrations (value $258) Advance social media recognition & website hot links Exhibitor Package (optional) Special signage at the Forum

    $750.00

  • Bronze Sponsor

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:42 AM CDT

    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

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:49 AM CDT

    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*

    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

    Sale ended
  • Host Registration *

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 8:51 AM CDT

    This registration is only available to the Forum Administrator.

    $0.00

  • Sponsor Comp Registration*

    Sale ends

    Apr 16, 2:30 PM CDT

    *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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