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Six professional societies from across the Americas, two successful editions, +800 past attendees, and a current edition that promises to be the most exciting yet.

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Your help makes a real difference. By sponsoring the III OCA, you would be supporting the networking of professional ornithologists, the possibility for students to attend the event, and the overall organization of the congress. Spaces like the OCA are fundamental to strengthen international cooperation amongst societies and professionals, foster community and advance science. Be part of this historic event!

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Venue Layout

Sponsor tables will be laid on the reception hall of the conference venue (Rosa Agustina Resort, Guanaqueros), as well as on the exhibition hall on the first floor (see “Foyer” and “Lobby” on the 360° virtual tour below). Both spaces are in the immediate vicinity of the rooms where the scientific presentation sessions and events will be held (“Salón Guanaqueros”). Bronze through Gold level sponsors receive premium locations for increased traffic.

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Frequently asked questions

How often does this conference occur? When and where was the last one?

We have had two previous OCA’s so far, one in 2017 and one in 2023, with the current edition happening in 2027. Our plan is to have them every 4 years, but the schedule was disrupted because of COVID (you can find out more information here – https://ocamericas.org/congress-overview/congress-history/)

The 2nd OCA was in Gramado, Brazil, between August 1-4th 2023.

How many attendees did you have at the last event?

I OCA (2017) – over 540 attendees from 14 countries, 300 of which were students
II OCA (2023) – 400+ from 15 countries, ~225 of which were students

How many attendees are you expecting this time? What are the expected demographics of those attending (students, researchers, government employees, professionals)?

We are anticipating around 500 participants. We are expecting over half of attendees to be students, in line with previous conferences. We also expect a mix of attendees from different professional backgrounds, although we do anticipate the majority to be research-oriented working for academic institutions or other research entities.

Since this conference is run by organizations from multiple countries, what is the percentage of attendees you are expecting from each country?

It strongly depends on which society will hold their annual meeting in conjunction with the OCA. Brazil and Argentina have the largest representation, but since this will be in Chile, we expect a large domestic contingency.

How many exhibitors will there be? Which companies have already committed?

Not all sponsors choose to have an exhibitor table. During the first OCA, we had nearly 30 sponsors, but many of them were local governments, tourism agencies, and scientific departments. I believe we had around a dozen sponsors during the last OCA, and a few more during the first OCA. We have just finalized our sponsorship details, and so far (October 20th), Avinet Research Supplies has committed.

What’s the conference/online exhibitor/workshop platform you will be using?

We have built a dedicated website to host information about the website.

Could we host our own giveaway to attendees? Can we hold a workshop?

Absolutely. Some sponsors and exhibitors have done giveaways in the past. And yes, we would welcome proposals for workshops; the call is to be released soon!

How will you promote workshops? How will you promote exhibitors?

Details of the workshops will be online at registration and will be advertised in email blasts to society members and via society social media accounts.
We will take the same approach for exhibitors as for the workshops. All exhibitors will be in the scientific program, announced throughout the day at larger events (e.g., plenaries) and be on signage and swag around the conference venue, and likely in town (details pending).

What is the conference layout? How will traffic flow?

These details have yet to be finalized, but the exhibitors will be in the immediate vicinity of the rooms where the scientific presentation sessions and events will be held. Bronze through Gold level sponsors receive premium locations for increased traffic. See the 360° virtual tour of the foyer and lobby of the resort above.

Support this conferenceand help researchers, conservationists and students connect and advance ornithology in the Americas

Sponsorship Packet

Venue Layout

Want to become a supporter? Contact us.

Frequently asked questions

Support this conference
and help researchers, conservationists and students connect and advance ornithology in the Americas