Catalyst is the event for people who build partnerships in tech. It’s where leaders from software, AI, and services companies meet to share ideas, learn from each other, and grow faster together.
Dates: August 25 to 26, 2026
Location: New York City
Venue: New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge
What is a Hosted Ticket?
A complimentary Catalyst 26 pass provided by a participating technology company
Application-based: tickets are limited and not guaranteed
Separate from general ticket registration and admission
Important note: travel, accommodation, and other personal expenses are not included in this program.
Eligibility Requirements
You are eligible to apply if you:
✅ Work at a services company (agency, consultancy, SI, MSP, implementation partner, channel services firm).
✅ Work is relevant to partnerships and ecosystems (enablement, marketing, sales ops, data, AI implementation, systems integration, channel development).
✅ Are a decision maker or key influencer for partnerships, vendors, or technology adoption. (Title may include, but is not limited to: Head of Partnerships, VP of Alliances, Director of Services, Partnership Manager, Managing Director)
✅ Can attend Catalyst 26, meet your sponsoring tech company, and share Catalyst 26 with your network. Please read our Terms & Conditions for more details.
This program is not for you if you are:
🚫 A recruiter, staffing agency, or HR consultant.
🚫 An investor, VC, or financial institution that does not provide partnership services to tech companies.
🚫 An independent consultant or freelancer without an established company.
🚫 Open to work or not currently representing a company.
Fill out the short application form. You must be nominated by a Catalyst sponsor or approved directly by the Catalyst Events Team.
Receive a decision by email by June 30, 2026. Selection is not guaranteed.
Application deadline: May 31, 2026.
Attend Catalyst 26 in NYC.
Hosted tickets are issued to the approved attendee only and must be used at Catalyst 26. Tickets are non-transferable and non-convertible (no reassignment, refund, credit, or cash value). No invitation is required to apply.
Sponsor companies nominate qualified service providers who align with their partnership goals. Hosted attendees must meet Catalyst’s approval criteria.
Qualified applicants who are not selected by sponsors will still be offered a discounted Catalyst 26 ticket. The discounted price and purchase link will be shared by email, and discounted tickets remain available until the day of the event.
