Why Exhibit and Sponsor at ABRCMS?
Join us as an Exhibitor & Sponsor at ABRCMS
What is ABRCMS?
ABRCMS is the American Society for Microbiology's (ASM) multidisciplinary science and career workforce development conference. ABRCMS proudly welcomes and supports all communities in empowering leaders of tomorrow.
About ABRCMS
At the intersection of academic excellence and industry innovation, ABRCMS propels trainees at every level—undergraduate to post-doctoral—toward leadership roles in STEM. We also empower the mentors and faculty behind these trainees with strategies to advance long-term career success.
This is your invitation to join an exclusive ecosystem of academic institutions, industry partners, foundations, professional societies, government, and nonprofit organizations. As an ABRCMS exhibitor or sponsor, you gain direct access to a concentrated pool of talent. Showcase your programs, internships, fellowships, and career opportunities to an audience of high achievers who are actively seeking their next professional milestone.
We are proud to foster a welcoming, supportive community that empowers innovation for all.
Important Dates
November 18 − 21 | Seattle, WA
| Date | Deadline |
|---|---|
| March 11 | ABRCMS 2026 Sponsor & Advertising Intent and Cluster Forms Available |
| March 25 | Sponsor Intent Form Deadline (for participation in early booth selection) |
| April 8 | Sponsor Booth Sales & Selection Opens Cluster Intent Form Deadline |
| April 22 | Cluster Booth Sales & Selection Opens |
| April 29 | General Exhibit Sales & Selection Open (12:00 p.m. ET) |
| Spring ‘26 | Exhibitor Registration & Housing Opens |
| September 11 | Exhibits, Sponsorship & Advertisement Cancellation Deadline |
| November 18-21 | ABRCMS 2026, Seattle, WA |
ABRCMS Conference is...
Open to All
ABRCMS welcomes attendees from 12 STEM disciplines
Research Focused
Approximately 2,300 students give oral/poster presentations
Large
Over 4,000 attendees, including 2,324 undergraduates and postbaccalaureate students and over 500 graduate students
Career Focused
40+ Career & Workforce Development sessions offered
Our Audience
ABRCMS 2025
Ethnicity
Attendee Scientific Disciplines
ABRCMS By The Numbers
| Attendee Type | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trainees | 3863 | 3862 | 4499 | 2873 |
| High Schoolers | 37 | 36 | 49 | 2 |
| Undergrads/Postbacs | 2977 | 2963 | 3345 | 2325 |
| Grads/Postdocs | 849 | 842 | 1105 | 546 |
| Exhibitors | 906 | 1026 | 1088 | 585 |
| Program Directors & Faculty | 667 | 1111 | 1136 | 425 |
| Others/Admin | 545 | 49 | 90 | 168 |
| Total | 5981 | 6027 | 6822 | 4051 |
Join Us at ABRCMS 2026 as an Exhibitor or Sponsor!
Contact our team today to discover exciting sponsorship and exhibition opportunities. Let's make a difference together at this year's conference.
