Cottingham & Butler invites you to engage with industry leaders at our events in 2026. As a sponsor, you'll be part of events that cut through the noise of traditional industry conferences. We've moved beyond flashy gimmicks to create meaningful spaces for genuine dialogue, knowledge sharing, and business growth, all focused on tackling the industry's most pressing challenges.
Benefits Seminars
Seminar Series | April - August 2026
Over 600 HR, finance, and executive leaders attended our 2025 seminar series to address the most pressing workplace challenges. This year’s events will feature engaging keynote speakers, powerful sessions on the most critical HR topics, and unmatched networking opportunities. Each sponsor receives premium table placement in high-traffic areas to display advertising materials, branded giveaways, and engage face-to-face with benefits decision-makers throughout the day.
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Dallas, TX | April 29-30
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Pewaukee, WI | May 14
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Des Moines, IA | June 11
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Minneapolis, MN | June 25
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Oak Brook, IL | July 9
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Coralville, IA | July 29
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Green Bay, WI | August 6
CEO Summit
Chicago, IL | May 2026
Our CEO Summit brings together invitation-only executives who control significant budgets and drive strategic partnerships. These aren't just attendees—they're the leaders who built industry-defining companies and make purchasing decisions without asking permission.
The Platinum sponsor commitment provides maximum brand visibility and exclusive access to the industry's top leaders. Your elite status guarantees maximum brand exposure and VIP networking opportunities.
As a Gold sponsor, you'll elevate the attendee experience through exclusive networking moments like breakfast, lunch, and breaks. Your brand & team will have premium visibility throughout the entire event.
As a Silver sponsor, you receive prominent brand recognition across all event signage. Your organization's identity will be featured throughout the pre-event promotions and onsite signage.
Transportation Summit
Chicago, IL | August 26–27
The Transportation Summit stands as a cornerstone industry event, attracting over 500 transportation leaders from 25+ states, with 80% being motor carrier owners and senior executives. The summit brings together key decision-makers and innovators who are shaping the future of transportation.
The Platinum sponsor commitment provides maximum brand visibility and exclusive access to transportation's top leaders. Your elite status guarantees maximum brand exposure and VIP networking opportunities.
As a Gold sponsor, you'll elevate the attendee experience through exclusive networking moments like breakfast, lunch, and breaks. Your brand & team will have premium visibility throughout the entire event.
As a Silver sponsor, you receive prominent brand recognition across all event signage. Your organization's identity will be featured throughout the pre-event promotions and onsite signage.
Team Building Events
Occurring Throughout 2026
Become a valued sponsor and also join us in attendance at one of our series of team-building and camaraderie events throughout 2026! All events will also include a dedicated time for you to address the team, as well as be recognized by senior leadership outlining our strong partnership together. Large events generally encompass the entire C&B Benefits team of over 170 teammates and are hosted in Dubuque, IA. Smaller events generally encompass regional events for those teams of 10-50 teammates depending on event (Madison, Chicago, Des Moines). Once you select your interest level, we will outreach and coordinate an event together that fits your interest and schedule.
