The LIFT Summit Opening Reception is the premier kickoff event for our annual gathering of leaders shaping the future of the low-altitude economy. Bringing together industry, government, education, and innovation leaders across aviation, UAS, Advanced Air Mobility, and emerging technologies, this elevated evening provides a unique setting for meaningful networking, relationship building, and collaboration.
Held at the iconic Monterey Jet Center, the 2027 Opening Reception offers a distinctive atmosphere inspired by the spirit of flight and exceptional hospitality. The evening brings together LIFT sponsors, speakers, presenters, and attendees for meaningful conversations and connections ahead of two conference days focused on turning innovation into action and advancing real-world solutions across the low-altitude economy.
We are proud to recognize the Monterey Jet Center as the 2027 LIFT Summit Opening Reception Venue Sponsor and appreciate their continued partnership in helping us create a memorable kickoff to the Summit.
About the Venue: Monterey Jet Center
Located on scenic Monterey Bay, the Monterey Jet Center offers a distinctive aviation setting for the LIFT Summit Opening Reception.
Recognized among the nation’s premier luxury FBOs for its exceptional aesthetics, service, and hospitality
An ideal setting for aviation and UAS displays, sponsor activations, and media opportunities
A sophisticated, aviation-inspired environment designed for meaningful engagement and connection
Event Highlights
Opportunities to connect and build relationships with leaders from across the low-altitude economy
Innovation showcases and activations highlighting technologies and organizations shaping the future of the industry
Elevated food and beverage offerings in a premier aviation-inspired environment
Opening Reception Partnership and Sponsorship Opportunities
Partnering with the LIFT Summit Opening Reception provides an opportunity to:
- Connect with a curated audience of leaders and innovators shaping the future of the low-altitude economy
- Create meaningful visibility and engagement at the Summit’s exclusive opening event
- Build relationships and memorable experiences with key industry, government, education, and community stakeholders
- Help set the stage for a Summit of collaboration focused on moving innovation toward implementation
Put your organization at the center of one of the LIFT Summit’s premier networking experiences. The Opening Reception at the Monterey Jet Center brings together LIFT Summit speakers, sponsors, presenters, attendees, and leaders from across the low-altitude economy for an evening of meaningful connections, innovation, and collaboration.
Two sponsorship opportunities are available:
OEM Showcase Partner
$25,000
The most comprehensive sponsorship opportunity, combining an immersive Expo Day activation with Opening Reception co-presenting and conference-wide visibility. Ideal for OEMs looking to demonstrate their technology, engage customers, and build visibility throughout the Summit.
Opening Reception Presenting Sponsor
$20,000
Put your brand front and center at the Opening Reception with prominent event visibility, recognition, attendee engagement opportunities, and conference-wide benefits. Ideal for organizations across the low-altitude economy looking to connect with industry leaders and amplify their presence at LIFT.
Interested in becoming a sponsor or partner?