2026 Corporate Partner FAQs
Thank you for being a 2026 Corporate Partner! We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to provide you with the information you need to get ready for the conference.
ROMBA Corporate Partner FAQs
Where can I access the Fellows Resume Book?
When and where is ROMBA 2026?
The 2026 ROMBA Conference will take place in Dallas, TX, from October 1-3. It will be hosted at the Hilton Anatole – 2201 N Stemmons Fwy, Dallas, Texas 75207 USA.
I don't remember what benefits I chose as a part of my ROMBA partnership package. How do I check?
You can view your company’s number of included registrations, number of expo booths, package choices, and enhancements here.
How can I learn more about the logistics for the Career Expo – e.g., shipping/receiving, build outs, move-in/move-out times?
The 2026 ROMBA Career Expo will be held on Friday, October 2, 2:15 pm – 6:15 pm. Booth assignments and the map will be found here and here.
Freeman is our drayage/expo decor company, and their event site is live here. They will handle logistics, initial booth build, and material handling/shipping and receiving. They will also be the vendor for material handling if you plan to ship anything to the expo that you cannot hand-carry into the hall. General Freeman/Expo info and deadlines can be found here. Material handling & labor rates can be found here. Shipping labels can be found here. Please note Trinity Expo Hall is not a carpeted space. Carpet will be installed in the aisles of the hall only; if you would like carpeting or custom flooring in your booth, you can order it through Freeman for an additional cost.
Freeman will accept crated, boxed wor skidded material beginning on Tuesday, September 1, at the warehouse address in their portal. Material arriving after September 24, will be received at the warehouse with an additional after deadline charge.
How do I register for the ROMBA Conference?
Registration for the 2026 ROMBA Conference is now live! Please register here.
You will be provided with a unique company discount code YOURCOMPANYNAME26 for the number of full registrations included in your partnership level. This code will be input as a final step of registration. A visual can be found here.
Registration prices are as follows:
- Early Bird (June 1 – August 31): $1,200
- Regular (September 1 – September 21): $1,400
- Late (September 22 – October 3): $1,750
- Limited Access (June 1 – October 3): $250
A Limited Access Pass is $250. Please note that Limited Access registrants (Career Expo Only) do not have access to meals, workshops, or other conference parts.
All discount codes are case-sensitive. If you encounter any issues, please email Sadiyah Rashied at srashied@reachingoutmba.org.
How do I make accommodations for the ROMBA Conference?
For the 2026 ROMBA Conference, the room rate for corporate partners is $289/night, not including taxes and fees. The ROMBA rate is effective through Thursday, September 17 (deadline extension). Individual corporate partner room reservations can be made using this link, as well as through the link in your conference registration confirmation email. Group reservations of up to 10, can be booked here.
Any reservation made with our booking links (single rooms or room blocks) requires a one night deposit per room at the time of booking. All hotel rooms must be cancelled 72 hours prior to check-in date to receive a refund.
Please reach out directly to Sadiyah Rashied (srashied@reachingoutmba.org) if group reservations of 11+ are desired.
What is a student interest report and how can I access my company’s?
As students register for our conference, they may select your company as one of particular interest to them. To receive access to those who indicated interest in your company please follow the instructions below:
- Using this link, select “Need a login? Request access” at the bottom of the page. Please use your professional email address when creating your account.
- You will receive an email titled “Invitation to portal 2026 ROMBA Student Interest Report”, prompting you to set a password for your account. Once you set your password, you will have access to the Student Interest Report portal.
- Sadiyah (srashied@reachingout.mba.org) will link your account to your company’s report. Once this is done, you will receive an email notifying you. From there, you can run and download your student interest report.
Tip: In the top right corner of your report under “actions” you can download an offline version of the report. To receive the most up to date version, re-run the report within the student interest report portal, and re-download an offline version.
How can I access candidate resumes or post jobs?
We utilize a platform called GradLeaders as a resume database, job posting board, and way to identify candidates who may match your recruiting needs.
If you or anyone from your company’s Talent Acquisition team would like to sign up for the GradLeaders platform, please use this link to establish a new company contact for your company. If it’s your first time using the platform, please click the link “1st time user? Create Account.” A training session recorded by GradLeaders for our Corporate Partners can be viewed here.
- Click the link provided in the box that states, “If this is your first time accessing the 2026 Resume Book, please click on the link below to add this subscription to your account“
- A box will appear asking for an access code. Copy and paste the code provided on the screen.
- You will see Reaching Out 2026 Career Portal as an option under resume book subscriptions.
Please note that if your company was a Corporate Partner in previous years, a company profile is likely already set up.
My company selected a semi-private conversation space as part of our benefits package. How can we find out where our space is as well as the hours for the space?
Your company Conversation Space(s) may be used from Thursday October 1 – Saturday, October 3, in the Trinity Ballroom.
My company selected a designated meal table as part of our benefits package. How can I find out more about how this benefit works?
Companies that selected a Partner Networking Table as part of their partnership package may view their selected meal(s) and number of tables here.
Each table seats ten (10) attendees. When you arrive at your selected meal, your company name will be displayed on the table.
We encourage partners to use tools such as the student interest report, GradLeaders, or direct outreach to invite students and alumni to join them. These tables are designed to create more personal opportunities for conversation, networking, and relationship-building during the conference.
If your company would like to request a change to its selected meal, please contact us at srashied@reachingoutmba.org.
Please note that Reaching Out MBA reserves the right to seat additional attendees at partially unfilled tables once the meal begins.
How can I submit a job listing or social media post that is included in our partnership benefits?
If you are a ROMBA partner at the Garnet ($15,000) level or higher, you may receive one or more of the following benefits. Use this form to engage these benefits.
Job Listings – Garnet & Above: Submit job listings to be shared with the ROMBA community. This benefit allows you to post your job listing and include an image. Check your corporate partnership package for your job listing quota. Refer to the master calendar for all job listing deadlines.
Social Media Posts – National Partners ($40,000+): Share your text and visual assets, add a link, and choose the platforms you want to target – Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, and/or Instagram. This benefit is available year-round, not just during the conference season. Schedule your posts in advance for added convenience.
Do you have a master calendar for corporate partners?
Yes, we have a calendar for our partners, complete with all of our conference deadlines. Our calendar can be viewed here.
How can I view the Corporate Partner Orientation recording and slide deck?
My company receives an eligible speaking opportunity as part of our benefits package. How can we sign up for one?
Speaker nominations are now open! You can review the conference agenda here and nominate speakers from your company here.
Select partners may be invited to nominate representatives for main stage plenary opportunities. These opportunities will be announced this summer and include: Friday Lunch & Keynote Plenary, Breakfast & Opening Keynote Plenary and Main Stage Perspectives. Please note that main stage opportunities require both significant speaking experience and appropriate seniority.
Speaking opportunities are not guaranteed and are reviewed on a rolling basis. The priority nomination window closes on July 31, 2026, though submissions may continue if space remains available.
Key Dates:
- July 31, 2026 — Priority nomination window closes
- August 28, 2026 — Final speaker submission deadline
After August 28, submissions may only be considered if Reaching Out MBA has a specific programming need.
Once a speaker is confirmed, we will provide a unique registration link and discount code. Confirmed speaker registrations are complimentary and do not count against the registrations included in your partnership package.
Please note that all dates are subject to change.
Where can I view Corporate Partners Office Hours Agenda?
The agenda for September 10 can be viewed here.
My company receives an ad in the conference program as part of our benefits package, what are the specs?
Please ensure that your ad adheres to ROMBA’s specific requirements, as outlined below. All ads must be submitted by Monday, August 31. Please send your ads to Sadiyah Rashied at srashied@reachingoutmba.org by the deadline.
Specs for a full-page ad:
– CMYK
– 300 DPI
– no crop marks
– Final size is 8.5”W x 11”H
– Full bleed is 8.75”W x 11.25”H
– Fonts outlined
– Linked image included (if not flattened file)
Specs for a half-page ad:
– CMYK
– 300 DPI
– no crop marks
– Final size is 8.5”W x 5.5”H
– Full bleed is 8.75”W x 5.75”H
– Fonts outlined
– Linked image included (if not flattened file)
Specs for a banner ad:
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Specs for the banner ad are:
-Image – 1464 x 420 pixels
-No larger than 2MB.
PRIZM Experience FAQs
What is the PRIZM Experience?
The PRIZM Experience is a dedicated professional engagement experience within the ROMBA Conference, designed to support the professional development, connection, and career exploration of LGBTQ+ professionals at multiple stages of their career journeys.
PRIZM programming focuses on professional development and leadership engagement, designed for more advanced, post-MBA career conversations and connection.
Complementing this, the Career Expo – Professional & Full-Time Opportunities Exchange provides access to full-time career opportunities and networking for all attendees seeking full-time roles.
Together, these experiences create a space where participants can build meaningful connections, engage in professional growth, and explore career opportunities within an inclusive and supportive community.
What Do ROMBA Partners Receive Through PRIZM?
All ROMBA partners have the opportunity to participate in the PRIZM Experience as part of the conference. Partners can engage in PRIZM programming for their own professional development and to network with attendees. Partners are also encouraged to participate in the Career Expo: Professional & Full-Time Opportunities Exchange to connect with attendees exploring full-time roles.
This provides access to both professional engagement and full-time recruiting opportunities within the PRIZM Experience.
What is the included in the PRIZM Experience Enhancement?
The PRIZM Experience Enhancement provides elevated visibility and engagement within the PRIZM Experience, positioning your organization more prominently within both programming and the Career Expo. This enhancement is included for Diamond and Underwriter partners and available to all other partners as a $5,000 add-on.
Additional benefits include:
- Premium placement within the Career Expo: Professional & Full-Time Opportunities Exchange
- Early access to the Full-Time Talent Resume Book
- Priority consideration for speaking opportunities within PRIZM programming
- Enhanced PRIZM Experience branding recognition, including logo placement in PRIZM materials and signage