Advertising

The Nail Excellence Awards bring together the decision-makers of the nail industry: nail techs, salon owners, educators, students, beauty entrepreneurs and enthusiasts —exactly the people who choose what products they stock, recommend, and rave about.

For brands and sponsors, this red carpet celebration is a chance to meet them where they already are: learning, networking, and looking for products and partners that elevate their work.

By partnering with the awards, you’re not just buying ad space—you’re stepping into a curated experience built around excellence, artistry, and business growth.
Your brand becomes part of a narrative that honors the pros who keep the industry moving, from the salon chair to the red carpet.

• • Program booklet ads (full or half page) with lifetime online placement

  • Retractable banners

  • Big screen ads during the gala

  • Swag bag inserts for 1,000–1,500 attendees

  • Email Sponsor opportunity

  • Interactive “The Golden Spin” raffle wheel sponsorship

  • Expo Sponsor package, including:

    • Hosting the 2026 Expo

    • Branded signage and exclusive lounge

    • Recognition on the NEA website

  • All opportunities available through a simple online application

Rectracble banner advertisements are placed in common areas of the venue.

Available Qty: 20
Early bird price: $315
(Early bird end date April 1) 10 available

Regular price: $425
(Remaining Quantity)

Original photo only (no screenshots)
Resolution: 300 DPI (minimum)
File Format: High-resolution JPG, PNG, or TIF.

Big screen advertisement is an image or still advertisement on the big screens during cocktail hour and intermission.

Available Qty: 6
Early bird price: $500
(Early bird end date April 1) 

Regular price: $665
(Remaining Quantity)

Product samples, flyers, discount cards, or small branded items for placement in attendee swag bags. MUST provide 1000-1,500 insert items. Items must be given to NEA team between 6am and 7am at the registration area on October 3rd.

Available Qty: 20
Early bird price: $100
(Early bird end date April 1) 

Regular price: $225
(Unlimited Quantity)

All NEA marketing emails will read “This email is sponsored by (YOUR LOGO).”

1- 4 emails sent out per month to all NEA recipients. 1200 recipients and growing each day.

Available Qty: 20
Early bird price: $1200
(Early bird end date April 1) 

Regular price: $2100
(Remaining Quanity)

Regular price: $225
(Unlimited Quantity)

Regular price: $1,000
(5 Available)

● Listed in program booklet as Award Category Sponsor
● Brand on Big Screen for presented Category
Ex. Rookie of the Year — Presented by ___”
● Sponsor or representative presents the award on stage