Creating Graduation Magic

10th Annual NAACO Conference

February 17 -19, 2010

 

Exhibitor Prospectus

 

Who Should Exhibit at a NAACO Conference?

Companies with products or services that are related to the planning, production and execution of commencement or convocation ceremonies and assist institutions in enhancing graduation experiences.

About the North American Association of Commencement Officers, Inc. (NAACO)

Founded in 2001, NAACO is a professional association of commencement officers from colleges and universities. The association offers continuing education, professional development, networking and leadership opportunities to commencement and graduation professionals who are primarily from Canada and the United States.

NAACO provides a community structure for commencement professionals to exchange ideas, share traditions, explore new opportunities and connect with colleagues from around the world who share the responsibility of producing commencement/convocation ceremonies.  Through this interaction, individual commencement and convocation officers at member institutions improve their skills and broaden their knowledge.  Conferences are member-driven and topics addressed are those that reinforce the effectiveness of its members.

Why Exhibit at the 2010 NAACO Conference

Exhibiting at NAACO is a cost effective way to meet face-to-face with commencement/convocation officers.  This is your chance to maintain current relationships and attract new clients.  It is also a great opportunity to learn more about the needs in the field.

  • Our Exhibit space, known as our “Corporate Showcase”, is the hub of our conference activities.  The Corporate Showcase is the location for the Opening Night Reception, meals and session refreshment breaks.
  • Information about your company in the program booklet increases your visibility.  Attendees refer to this information both during and after the conference.
  • Exhibitors receive a list of attendees, which makes exhibiting at the NAACO conference an excellent investment.

Location for the 2010 NAACO Conference

  Anaheim Marriott

  700 Convention Way

  Anaheim, CA  92802

  714-748-2442

Special Benefits for Participating Exhibitors (Sponsors)

NAACO is committed to finding resources that benefit our membership.  One of the ways we seek to accomplish that goal is to treat any exhibitor at a NAACO conference as a partner.  Participating exhibitors are treated as “sponsors” of our Association.  Benefits vary depending upon the sponsorship level but include exhibit space, complimentary registrations for representatives (full benefits of conference registration include admission to sessions and specified meals), and inclusion of sponsor information in conference materials.   The greatest sponsor benefit is the unfiltered access to conference attendees.  The Opening Night Reception is designed specifically for attendee interaction with company representatives. The rich benefit to our members is access to a wealth of information from industry resources.

Exhibit Space

A standard exhibition booth package includes one 6’ table with box drape and two chairs. Power will be supplied to booths if requested on the initial application by the deadline. Additional amenities can be ordered directly from the hotel.  A form to order additional items will be included in the confirmation packet.

Corporate Showcase Schedule

 

DATE                                       TIME                             ACTIVITY                     

Tuesday, February 16                11:00 am – 6:00 pm       Exhibitors set up

                                                4:00 pm                        Exhibitor briefing

Wednesday, February 17           7:30 am -  5:30 pm        Corporate Showcase Open

                                                6:30 pm -  8:00 pm        Opening night reception in Corporate Showcase

Thursday, February 18               8:00 am  -  1:30 pm       Corporate Showcase Open

                                                2:30 pm -  5:00 pm        Exhibitor booth break down

 

Levels of Participation

 

 

 

Associate Level Sponsorship

Bachelor Level

Sponsorship

Masters Level

Sponsorship

Ph.D. Level

Sponsorship

Cost

 

$3,000

      $5,000

$12,500

$20,000

Ability to interact with NAACO membership and attend sessions

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Number of tables in exhibit hall

 

1

1

2

3

Number of conference registrations

 

1

2

3

4

Logo inclusion in pre-conference promotional materials

 

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Advertisement in the conference binder

 

Logo only

¼ page

½ page

Full page

Placement of Logo on front page of NAACO Web Site

 

No

No

Yes

Yes

Company name, logo, contact information included in conference materials

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Conference Binder, including a list of conference registrants

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Inclusion of logo on Industry Resources page of NAACO Web site

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

Exhibitor Application

Please fill out the Exhibitor Application located on the NAACO website at www.naaco.info.   Corporate Showcase registration instructions will be included in your confirmation package.

Shipping

Exhibit material(s) may be shipped to the hotel and should arrive no earlier than February 15 due to limited storage space. Handling fees incurred by the hotel will be billed to the sending exhibitor. For your convenience, hotel shipping information and guidelines will be included in your confirmation package.

Hotel Reservations

All exhibitors are responsible for making their own hotel reservations.  NAACO has a block of rooms reserved at the Anaheim Marriott for February 16 – 19, 2010.  Room rates are $139 double occupancy and up.  Reservations with the block price will be accepted until January 15, 2010.  Room reservations received after this date will be accepted on a space available basis and rates may be subject to change.  For hotel reservations please use the hotel link listed on conference page of the NAACO Web site www.naaco.info.

More Information

For further information about the 2010 conference or NAACO in general, visit www.naaco.info or contact one of the following:

Doug Bolin                                           Jane Smith                                Vickie Bennett

Past President/Corporate liaison             President                                  Conference chair

512-475-6060                                       919-962-0045                           714-338-1778

dbuggie@mail.utexas.edu                      jane_smith@unc.edu                   vickie.bennett@phoenix.edu

 

 

 

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