'26 Software Symposium Vendor Registration

Description

IPRA's Administration & Finance (A&F) Section will be hosting the 2026 Software Symposium at the Bolingbrook Park District. Whether you choose to present a 45-minute company demonstration, exhibit in the interactive Exhibit Hall, or decide to partake in both activities, this is a great opportunity to showcase your company's software products and services for professionals representing park districts, municipalities, special recreation agencies, and forest preserve districts across Illinois. 

There are four registration options available for vendors:

Deadline to register is Friday, July 31, 2026.

Location

Bolingbrook Park District's Recreation & Aquatic Complex (B.R.A.C.) located at 200 Lindsay Lane, Bolingbrook, 60440.

Who Should Attend

Vendors that provide software products and services in the areas of, but not limited to, human resources, time & attendance / work force management, finance, and recreation.

Exhibit Hall

The Exhibit Hall will be located in the B.R.A.C. Gymnasium, in close proximity to the Demonstration Rooms. There will be dedicated Exhibit Hall time between demonstrations.  

Demonstration Rooms

There are 23 total demonstrations slots available, starting at 9:25am and finishing at 3:30pm. When registration closes, vendors will be strategically placed in slots to ensure a variation of interests for each concurrent breakout. 

What is Provided

In the Exhibit Hall, vendors will be provided with a table, two chairs, and access to power. In the Demonstration Rooms, vendors will be provided with a projector and screen; vendors are responsible for providing their own laptop and adaptors for an HDMI connection. Internet access will be available in all areas of B.R.A.C., and the conclusion of the event, vendors will be provided with a list of agencies in attendance.  

Additional Lunches

Each registration option includes two lunches for Vendor Representatives. If your company is planning to bring more than two, you may add additional lunches to the registration at $15 per lunch.