2015 Tradeshow/Exhibit May Beau Rivage, Biloxi, MS

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1 2015 /Exhibit May Beau Rivage, Biloxi, MS ABOUT THIS EVENT The Annual will be held May 14 & 15 in conjunction with the MSCUA Annual Meeting & Convention (May 14 16). Attendees at our convention include senior level credit union management, staff, volunteers and their families. Typical attendance is around 500 individuals. TRADESHOW SCHEDULE (Subject to change) Thursday, May 14 11:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Exhibitor Set-up 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open - all attendees Friday, May 15 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast in Exhibit Hall 10:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Morning Break in Exhibit Hall (Door prizes awarded) 10:45 One to a.m. Exhibit Hall Tear Down OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Exhibitors are invited to participate in the annual Elwyn Pope Memorial Golf Tournament on Wednesday, May 13. Additional details & registration information is enclosed. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Please see the enclosed sponsorship opportunity form or contact Tom McWilliams at (601) ext. 310 or tmcwilliams@mscua.com for details. ON-SITE BOOTH SERVICES All Exhibit Hall/Booth services, such as shipping or electrical services, should be arranged with Convention Display Services (CDS) prior to arrival. CDS will send registered exhibitors a service order form when available. If you need assistance, contact CDS at CONTACTING OUR MEMBERS MSCUA understands your company supports our tradeshow in an effort to develop relationships with our members. Please note our policies regarding the release of member contact information: Within a week of receiving registration with payment, MSCUA will send by a list of our affiliated credit unions. In accepting that list, your company agrees to abide by CANSPAM laws and include an opt-out on all communication. We are unable to provide an attendee list prior to the meeting. However, an attendee list will be provided on-site at tradeshow check-in. The attendee list will include name & credit union only, as we do not collect individual attendee contact information. EXHIBITOR INVESTMENT Each 8' X 10' exhibit space is available for $ for registrations with payment received at MSCUA offices by March 13, For registrations and/or payment received after March 13, 2015, exhibit space is $1, In accordance with Exhibit Rules & Regulations/Terms & Agreements, this fee covers two (2) booth representatives & events specified on the TRADESHOW SCHEDULE. Your company may send more than two (2) representatives for an additional cost of $ per person. MSCUA does not permit shared registration between exhibiting personnel who are not staying the duration of the event. If you have additional personnel, provide their names on the attached registration form and include their registration fee with your exhibit fee. Multiple booths may be formed as long as the scheme of the basic floor plan is followed. OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS Overnight accommodations are available at the Beau Rivage Resort. Reservations must be made no later than April 13, Availability and rate are not guaranteed after that date. Individuals can register online using the dedicated MSCUA 2015 Convention & URL: ei_new&eventid= Room rates are $ Tuesday - Thursday and $ Friday - Saturday. The Beau Rivage Resort has a 72-hour notice of cancellation policy. Check-In: 3:00 p.m.; Check-Out: 11:00 a.m. Please visit for additional information about the property and amenities offered. DATES TO REMEMBER March 13: Deadline for tradeshow early-bird $995 rate April 13: Beau Rivage room reservation deadline April 24: Last day to cancel tradeshow reservation without penalty. After this date, new tradeshow registrations or changes to existing registrations will not be included in MSCUA Annual Meeting/ print materials. May 1: Last day to submit tradeshow registrations or changes of any type prior to convention. Changes after this date will be handled on-site at the convention. Last day to make golf tournament reservations and payment. BOOTH NUMBER ASSIGNMENTS MSCUA will notify you of your booth number when assigned, approximately three weeks before the event. QUESTIONS? Please contact MSCUA Senior Vice President Tom McWilliams, CUDE, CCUE, CMP, at ext. 310 or tmcwilliams@mscua.com.

2 PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF ALL FORMS FOR YOUR RECORDS EXHIBIT RULES AND REGULATIONS/TERMS AND AGREEMENTS Exhibit/Exhibition: is produced, sponsored, managed and is the property of the Mississippi Credit Union Association, hereafter referred to as MSCUA. MSCUA will provide exhibit management and attendance promotions. Contract for space: Will be made upon MSCUA s acceptance and receipt of full payment by the Exhibitor. Any Exhibitor failing to occupy space is not relieved of obligation to pay the full rental price. This contract will not be binding to MSCUA in the event of strikes or other circumstances beyond MSCUA s control. Space assignment will be made on a first come, first serve basis at the time the contract and fee(s) are received and processed. If space is not available at the time the contract and fees are received, the Exhibitor will be notified and the fee(s) returned. MSCUA has the right to determine the eligibility of any Exhibitor and reserves sole control over admission policies. These terms and regulations are established for the mutual protection of MSCUA and the Exhibitor. MSCUA reserves the right to make changes in the time schedule or in the general plan of the exhibits as may be deemed in the best interest of MSCUA, the vendors, or Convention attendees. MSCUA has the right to move your booth to a different location. We will make every effort to locate your company away from a direct competitor. Cancellation policy: All cancellations must be written and received by MSCUA no later than April 24, Cancellations received before April 24, 2015 will be refunded, less a $ processing fee. No refunds in whole or part will be made after this date. Exhibitor registration: No more than two (2) persons will be permitted for each 8' X 10' exhibit space purchased by the exhibiting company. Additional personnel will be required to pay a fee of $ each to attend all convention events as outlined for the vendors. MSCUA will not permit shared registration between exhibiting personnel who are not staying the duration of the convention. Conduct/restrictions: MSCUA reserves the right to restrict exhibits which, because of noise, odors, methods of operation, or any other reason, become objectionable or otherwise detract from or are out of keeping with the character of the exhibition as a whole. This reservation includes persons, things, conduct or printed material. Exhibits must be confined to the exact space allocated. Circulars, publications, advertising materials and all kinds of promotional giveaways may be distributed only within booth spaces. Nothing shall be posted on, tacked, nailed, screwed or otherwise attached to columns, walls, floors, or other parts of the building or furniture. Signs, rails, etc., will not be permitted to intrude into or over aisles. Solicitation: The aisles and other spaces in the Exhibit Hall not leased to Exhibitors shall be under the control of MSCUA. All displays, conferences, distribution of literature or any other type of activity shall be conducted inside the space contracted. General restrictions: 1. Exhibitors shall not conduct outside activities which would take qualified attendees from the official functions of the Convention and/or Exhibition. 2. Hospitality suites may not be open during educational sessions or business meetings as outlined in the convention agenda. 3. Food products or beverages are not to be distributed in any exhibitor's booth unless the detailed plans and arrangements for such distribution have received prior written approval from MSCUA. Distribution plans must be received by MSCUA, in writing, by March 13, Exhibitors agree to treat all Convention attendees with courtesy and not to discriminate against any person for any reason. 5. Exhibitors agree not to assign or sublet the whole or any portion of the leased space covered by the contract. No two companies of different ownership may share a single booth without the written consent of MSCUA. 6. Exhibitors are prohibited from direct selling or activities equivalent to making a contract with Convention attendees. Occupancy of space: Set-up may begin at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, May 14, All exhibitor space must be occupied by 5:30 p.m. Any rented space which remains unoccupied at that time may be re-rented, re-assigned or otherwise used for the convenience of MSCUA. Closing time: Final closing of the Exhibit Hall is 10:45 a.m., Friday, May 15, No dismantling or packing may begin prior to that time. Exhibitors must be out of the Exhibit Hall by 1:00 p.m., Friday, May 15, Security: MSCUA shall provide security from the time of the daily closing of the Exhibit Hall until the opening of the Exhibit Hall the next morning. However, MSCUA will not be responsible for any type of loss. Exhibitors desiring special security precautions should arrange for private guard service at their own expense. Fireproofing and safety: All decorations, drapes, signs, banners, acoustical materials, plastic cloths or any other similar materials generally considered to be easily ignited shall be flame retardant to the satisfaction of the applicable fire department. Aisles and exits must be kept clean, clear and free of obstruction. Sound levels: All sound and other noise must be kept at sufficiently low levels so as not to disturb other exhibitors. Non-Exhibitors: MSCUA will not permit any company to send representatives for the purpose of selling or establishing contacts as done by Exhibitors leasing booth space. All Convention Exhibitors must lease an Exhibit Hall booth. Liability & insurance: Exhibitor agrees to protect, save and keep MSCUA and the Beau Rivage Resort forever harmless from any damage or charges imposed for violation of any law or ordinance, whether occasioned by the negligence of the Exhibitor or those holding under the Exhibitor, as well as to strictly comply with the applicable terms and conditions contained in the agreement between the Beau Rivage Resort and MSCUA regarding the exhibition premises. And further, Exhibitors shall at all times protect, indemnify, save and keep harmless MSCUA and the Beau Rivage Resort against and from any and all loss, cost damage, liability or expense arising from or out of or by reasons of any accident or other occurrence to anyone, including the Exhibitor, its agent, employees and business entities, which arise from or out of by reason of said Exhibitor's occupancy and use of the exhibition premises or part thereof. Standard arbitration clause: Any controversy or claim arising out of this contract, or the breach thereof, shall be settled by arbitration in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the Arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court of competent jurisdiction. General: All matters not specifically covered by the Exhibit Rules and Regulations shall be subject to decision of MSCUA. Failure to abide by the terms of this agreement could subject Exhibitors to expulsion and/or other such disciplinary action deemed appropriate by MSCUA.

3 Wednesday, May 13, 2015 ELWYN POPE MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT ABOUT The annual Elwyn Pope Memorial Golf Tournament, which is held each year in conjunction with the MSCUA Annual Meeting and Convention, will be held this year on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at the Preserve Golf Club. The Preserve Golf Club is eighteen holes of pure golf designed by U.S. Open champion and award winning golf course designer Jerry Pate. The course encompasses 245 pristine acres, surrounded by an additional 1800 acres of dedicated nature preserve. The native surroundings of pitcher plant bogs, cypress swamps, long leaf pine savannah, live oak groves and native grass prairies have been integrated into the design of the 18-hole, par-71 layout. The Preserve offers five sets of tees, unprecedented course condition and superior guest service. The Preserve Golf Club 8901 Highway 57 Vancleave, MS URL: Phone: (228) GOLF TOURNAMENT PARTICIPANT DETAILS The fee is $135 per golfer and includes green fee, range balls, buffet lunch, and three beverage cart drink tickets. Lunch will begin at 12:00 p.m. and tee time is 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday May 13, Transportation is on your own. Directions are available at TO REGISTER AS A GOLF TOURNAMENT PARTICIPANT Complete the Golf Tournament Column on the Registration Form. Golf registrations & payment must be received by MSCUA no later than May 1, NO REFUNDS WILL BE ISSUED AFTER THURSDAY, MAY 8, GOLF TOURNAMENT SPONSORSHIPS Please indicate your interest in golf tournament sponsorships using the enclosed sponsorship opportunities form.

4 PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF ALL FORMS FOR YOUR RECORDS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Enhance your company s image and presence at the Mississippi Credit Union Association Annual Meeting and by taking advantage of our sponsorship opportunities, featured at price points to fit any budget! Speaker Sponsorship These sponsorships help deliver quality, high-impact speakers and sessions for attendees. Speaker sponsorships vary in price, but typically range from $4,000 - $10,000. MSCUA will contact you if you indicate you are interested in a speaker sponsorship. My company is interested in a speaker sponsorship in the following amount: $ Internet Café Sponsorship Situated outside the exhibit hall, the Internet Café provides attendees a place to access the Internet to check , etc. The Internet Café is provided to attendees on Thursday & Friday. Sponsorship is available for a single day or both days. My company would like to sponsor: Both days for $1,500 One day only for $750 Coffee Break Sponsorships These sponsorships provide support for the morning & afternoon coffee breaks enjoyed by attendees on Thursday & Friday. My company would like to be a: Full Coffee Break sponsor for $3,500 Partial Coffee Break sponsor for $750 Roasted Bean Coffee Coupons Sponsorship The Beau Rivage does not offer in-room coffee service, so these coupons provide attendees a free cup of coffee each day & free same-day coffee refills at the Beau Rivage s Roasted Bean Cafe. My company would like to sponsor the: Roasted Bean Coffee Coupons for $2,500 Daily Newspaper Delivery Sponsorship This sponsorship provides for the delivery of USA Today to the convention hall on Friday & Saturday for attendee s enjoyment. My company would like to sponsor: Daily Newspaper Delivery for $600 Golf Tournament Sponsorships The annual Elwyn Pope Memorial Golf Tournament also offers sponsorship opportunities. participants are also welcome to register to play as a tournament participant (use registration form). In addition to sponsorships, prizes & giveaways are also needed for the tournament. My company would like to sponsor: The tournament Beverage Cart for $2,500 I will donate a golf tournament prize/giveaway (Please indicate the item(s)): Tournament Hole ($250 per hole) Company: Sponsorship Contact: Phone: Submit this form, along with your registration form, registration payment & sponsorship payment. Contact Tom McWilliams, MSCUA Senior Vice President at (601) ext. 310 or tmcwilliams@mscua.com if you have questions or need additional information about a sponsorship. PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF ALL FORMS FOR YOUR RECORDS

5 2015 MSCUA TRADESHOW REGISTRATION FORM Please TYPE or PRINT in the space provided. REGISTRATION DETAILS Registration fee includes booth space & registration for up to two individuals for all TRADESHOW SCHEDULE events only (see schedule on page 1 for details). Please copy this form for more than one booth. Name for Booth ID Sign (26 character max.): TRADESHOW BOOTH REGISTRATION Payment PRIOR to 03/13/15: Payment AFTER 03/13/15: First Name. Last Name Address 1 Additional Golf Tournament 1 Column Count X registration fee X $0 X $225 X $135 X $995 X $1,200 = Column Registration Totals $0 PAYMENT SUBMISSION DETAILS PLEASE MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: MISSISSIPPI CREDIT UNION LEAGUE and return this form with payment of all applicable fees to: MSCUA, 1400 Lakeover Road Ste. 200, Jackson, MS Questions? Please contact Tom McWilliams at (800) ext. 310 or tmcwilliams@mscua.com. Please reference the Rules & Regulations page for cancellation policy details. Please indicate the amount enclosed: $ TRADESHOW DIRECTORY LISTING Please complete the information below as you wish it to appear in convention materials. Company Name: Address: City, State & Zip: Website Main Contact (THIS SHOULD BE THE PRIMARY PERSON MISSISSIPPI CREDIT UNIONS SHOULD CONTACT IN YOUR COMPANY): Contact Contact Phone In 30 words or less, please describe below your company or the products & services offered: Registrations received after 4/25/15 will not be included in convention materials. AGREEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING We have read the Convention Rules & Regulations. We understand that this contract shall be legally binding between the MS Credit Union Association (MSCUA) & the Exhibitor upon acceptance in writing by MSCUA. We also understand that any changes in the information in this contract must be made in writing. Authorized Signature: Address, City, State & Zip address Title: For MSCUA use only: Date Received: Check Amount: Check No. Entered by: PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF ALL FORMS FOR YOUR RECORDS