Metro CERT Annual Event

For nearly 20 years, the Metro CERT Annual Event has brought together community members from across the metro region to celebrate our wins and plan our impact. 

2026 Metro CERT Annual Event

We're excited to announce the upcoming annual event scheduled for Thursday, April 30, from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Hyland Hills Ski Area Alpine Room.

Registration info coming soon — stay tuned!

We're also creating a way to coordinate carpool options to make it easier to travel to and from the event's Bloomington location. Details coming soon!

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Help us make the event a success! We welcome sponsorships from organizations at different levels.

Reach out to Diana McKeown ([email protected]) to secure your sponsorship.

Terrawatt ($10,000)

1 available, includes:

  • Appetizer sponsor.
  • Reserved table stage side for attendees with 16 drink tickets and 8 large swag bags.
  • Logo included in promotion materials, agenda, and on website.
  • Mention during the event program and special onsite signage.
  • Heavy social media presence.

Gigawatt ($5,000)

2 available, includes:

  • Reserved table for Gigwatt sponsor attendees at front of venue with 16 drink tickets and 8 medium swag bags.
  • Logo included in promotion materials, agenda and on website.
  • Mention during the event program and special onsite signage.
  • Special social sedia shout outs.

Megawatt ($2,500)

4 available, includes:

  • 8 free drink tickets & 8 small CERTs swag bags.
  • Logo on website and onsite signage.
  • Social media shout outs.

Kilowatt ($1,000)

10 available, includes:

  • 4 free drink tickets and 1 large CERTs swag bag.
  • Logo on website.
  • Social media shout outs.

Watt ($500)

Unlimited, includes:

  • Two drink tickets.
  • Logo on website.
  • Limited social media promotion.