Seven ways into NAESE. Pick the one that fits and you're moments from being part of Year 1.
Buy your three-day expo badge. First Signal pricing ($55) is live for the first 150; then Early Bird ($70), then Regular ($85).
Get a badge →Lock in your spot. First Signal open for the first 30 exhibitors at a 10% discount. Six booth packages from Micro-maker ($250) to Anchor Partner.
Exhibit at NAESE →Submit a live performance, talk, panel, workshop, or demo. Curated programming — thoughtful proposals stand out, fame is optional.
Apply to perform/speak →Complimentary, application-gated. For journalists, editors, podcasters, photographers, videographers, and media creators covering the space.
Two lanes — tier sponsorships for visibility, feature sponsorships for owning a specific moment or space. Values-aligned, never NASCAR.
Open a conversation →Reduced-cost exhibit access plus structured mentorship for early-stage and independent builders. Limited slots, curated selection.
Pair with a Micro-Maker Scholarship recipient. Three touchpoints, real impact, a $250 booth-fee refund and Community Mentor recognition.
Email hello@naese.co with a sentence about what you're hoping to do. We'll point you to the right form.
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