MARC/ NJNAHRO CONFERENCE & TRADE SHOW APRIL 24-27, 2016 The Middle Atlantic Regional Council and the New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Housing and Redevelopment Officials (MARC NAHRO) (NJNAHRO) are holding their Annual Conference and Exhibition April 24 27, 2016 at Resorts Casino Hotel (MARGARITAVILLE http://www.margaritavilleatlanticcity.com) on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City. I invite you to take advantage of a very special marketing opportunity available to your business in 2016. Through the 2016 NJNAHRO - MARC/NAHRO Annual Conference, your business can reach the decision makers in public housing, redevelopment and community development in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and Washington, DC. Our Conference and Trade Show offers you a cost effective method of communicating directly with the decision makers in the Region s multi million dollar housing and community development market. The Annual Conference offers four options: Corporate Sponsorship Sponsor a Social Event at the conference Exhibit at the Conference Enhanced Marketing If you would like more information, call Louis Riccio at (973) 377 0258. Space is limited, so be sure to let us know of your interest today. You won t want to miss this once a year opportunity to reach such an important market. Sincerely, Louis Riccio Conference Chairman
CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES We have a range of sponsorship options to suit your corporate needs by offering a focused way to showcase your services, technology and products, and most importantly, explore opportunities to reach your prospective customers. We hope that this partnership with MARC/NJ NAHRO is an integral part of your marketing to deliver a unique blend of branding, positioning and face to face interaction with key industry people who matter to you and your business. SPONSORSHIP&ADVERTISING BENEFITS Comprehensive marketing campaign highlighting your brand, both online and offline, to targeted audiences Extensive networking opportunities with face to face contacts and exclusive meetings Excellent opportunities to access and evaluate prospective partners and form strategic alliances A highly conducive environment for high quality lead generation for key industry players Enhance your branding and publicity competitively throughout the conference, at coffee breaks, during lunch, the reception, and more 2
LEVEL 1 SPONSORSHIP - Platinum Sponsor: $10,000 (Limited to 1) Display company LOGO at Reception & in trade show area Display company & conference LOGO on conference bag Full page, back or inside front or back cover in Color DISPLAY AD in conference journal FREE Trade Show Double Booth in Sponsor s Row Sponsor of Tuesday Luncheon Ten conference TICKETS Two (2) Foursomes for golf on Sunday $2,400 value $550 Value $1,590 value $5,000 value $4,950 value $1,200 value Distribution of COMPANY LITERATURE with conference materials in bag LEVEL 2 SPONSORSHIP - Gold Sponsor: $5,000 (Limit 2) Sponsor of Monday/Tuesday morning s continental breakfast in Trade Show area Full page color DISPLAY AD in conference program Book $2,500 value $450 value Hanging of company LOGO in trade show area FREE Trade Show Booth in Sponsor s Row Six conference TICKETS One (1) Foursome for golf Sunday $995 value $3,960 value $600 value Distribution of COMPANY LITERATURE with conference materials 3
LEVEL 3 SPONSORSHIP Silver Sponsor: $3,000 (Limited to 4) Full page color DISPLAY AD in conference program Book $450 value Hanging of company LOGO in trade show area Free TRADE SHOW BOOTH in Sponsor s Row Sponsor of Tuesday morning s continental breakfast in Trade Show area Four conference TICKETS One (1) Foursome for golf Sunday $995 value $1,250 value $1,980 value $600 value Distribution of COMPANY LITERATURE with conference materials SPONSOR A SOCIAL EVENT AT THE CONFERENCE Sponsoring a Conference social event is a fun and much appreciated way for MARC/NJ NAHRO members to meet you and get to know more about your company. A sign featuring your Company s name will be prominently displayed at the event, and your company will be recognized in the conference program book. Opening Reception Monday Night Reception Tuesday Evening Event Exhibitor Breaks Exhibitor Breakfasts Luncheon Photo Booth Relaxation Station ENHANCED MARKETING AND PROMOTIONAL ADD-ON OPPORTUNITIES AD BOOK At the Conference, attendees receive a conference agenda and program book. The program book is a resource attendees refer to throughout the conference, making it an excellent showcase for your company. 4
SPECIAL VENDOR RECEPTION As a special thank you to our Vendors, there will be a Special Vendor Reception on Sunday evening at 6:45 PM. Vendors will be allowed to set up their booths starting from 2:00 PM on and will have an opportunity to privately meet with the Executive Boards of MARC/NJ NAHRO in a private reception. EXHIBIT AT THE MARC/NJ NAHRO ANNUAL CONFERENCE Only MARC/NJ NAHRO offer exhibitors an opportunity to reach so many of the people who make the buying decisions for housing and community development agencies. As an exhibitor at the 2016 Annual Conference and Tradeshow you will have direct exposure to housing and redevelopment agency officials from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware and Washington, DC. In addition, you will receive a 20% discount on ad space purchased in the conference program book. During the Conference, the exhibit area will be set up for two full days (April 25 26, 2016) with viewing hours scheduled during prime times. See attached schedule. Only a limited number of spaces are available, so it is imperative that you make an early reservation. To participate as an exhibitor, fill out the enclosed Application for Exhibit Space and return it, along with your deposit to secure a place at the 2016 MARC/NJ NAHRO Annual Conference at Resorts Casino Hotel on the Boardwalk in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Spaces are assigned on a first come first serve basis. EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNTIES 5 O CLOCK SOMEWHERE ($995) Exhibit Booth in Prime Location Post conference attendee lists Includes two (2) free registrations to the Conference & all events MARGARITAVILLE ($1,250) Exhibit Booth in Prime Location Post conference attendee lists Includes two (2) free registrations to the Conference & all events Event Signage in Registration Area Networking Hall Registration bag insert if submitted BOARDWALK ($2,500) Exhibit Booth in Prime Location Post conference attendee lists Includes two (2) free registrations to the Conference & all events Event Signage in Registration Area Networking Hall Registration bag insert if submitted Includes three (3) free registrations to the Conference & all events 5
APPLICATION FOR EXHIBIT SPACE NJ NAHRO/ MARC-NAHRO JOINT SPRING CONFERENCE APRIL 24 26, 2016 Resorts Casino Hotel Atlantic City, New Jersey Company Name Contact Name and Title Mailing Address City State Zip Phone ( ) Fax ( ) Email Our Company listed above, wishes to reserve exhibit space at the 2016 MARC/NJNAHRO Annual Conference to be held April 24 26, 2016 at Resorts Casino Hotel in Atlantic City, New Jersey. The exhibit hall will open on Monday, April 25, 2016 and close on Tuesday April 26, 2016. Each exhibit area will consist of an area approximately 6 feet by 8 feet and includes a 6 foot table, 2 chairs and standard electrical connection. All exhibits must be Tabletop exhibits. Special electrical needs will require an additional charge. A deposit of 50% of the exhibit space rental fee is enclosed. We agree to pay the balance on or before March 1, 2016. EXHIBITOR SPACE RENTAL FEES 5 OCLOCK SOMEWHERE $995 Includes 2 free registrations to the Conference & all events Names and titles of people that will be representing your company 1. 2. 6
MARGARITAVILLE $1250 Includes 2 free registrations to the Conference & all events Names and titles of people that will be representing your company Event Signage in Registration Area and Networking Hall Registration bag insert 1. 2. BOARDWALK $2,500 Includes 3 free registrations to the Conference & all events Names and titles of people that will be representing your company 1. 2. 3. PLEASE INDICATE ANY NEED FOR THE FOLLOWING: Electricity (vendor is responsible for supplying own extension/power strip) Internet connectivity (vendor is responsible for all fees) PLEASE INDICATE IF YOUR COMPANY EXPECTS TO DONATE AN ITEM(S) FOR THE RAFFLE: Yes What will it be? No PLEASE RESERVE SPACES FOR ME AT THE RATE INDICATED ABOVE. OUR COMPANY WILL EXHIBIT THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS/SERVICES TOTAL RENTAL FEE: $ Deposit Enclosed: $ (Minimum of 50% of total rental fee must be submitted with your application. Advance payment in full welcomed.) BALANCE DUE: $ Payment in full due no later than April 1, 2016. When your application is received, an email confirmation will be returned for your records, and as a reminder of the balance due. Company is responsible for timely payment in full. Make check payable to: MARC NAHRO, Inc. and mail to: Louis A. Riccio Madison Housing Authority 24 Central Avenue Madison, New Jersey 07940 7
CONFERENCE CONTACT INFORMATION Company Contact Person Name(s) for Badges Address City State Zip Phone: ( ) Email Call the Hotel at 1 888 797 7700 for reservations and mention you are with MARC NAHRO and use Code VHOUS16 to obtain the discounted rate. Room block closes April 10, 2016. CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP Platinum: $10,000 (Limited to 1) Gold Sponsorship: $5,000 (Limited to 2) Silver Sponsorship: $3,000 (Limited to 5) SOCIAL EVENT SPONSORSHIP Yes, our company would like to be a MARC/NJNAHRO Conference Sponsor. It is understood that each sponsor will receive recognition during the event, and in the program book. Please call me with more information about options and cost. CHECK THE EVENT YOU WOULD LIKE TO SPONSOR: Opening Reception Monday Night Reception Tuesday Night Reception Sunday evening $3,000 $4,500 $3,500 Exhibitor Breaks Exhibitor Breakfasts Luncheons Relaxation Station $1,750 $2,550 $5,000 $2,500 Photo Booth $1,500 8
ENHANCED MARKETING AND PROMOTIONAL ADD-ON OPPORTUNITIES AD BOOK DEADLINE: March 1, 2016 SIZE DIMENSIONS COST (EXHIBITORS RECEIVE 20% DISCOUNT) Full Page 5w x 7 1/2 h $475 ($395 Exhibitors) Full Page Inside front cover* $575 ($460 Exhibitors) Full Page Inside back cover* $575 ($460 Exhibitors) Full Page Back cover* $650 ($520 Exhibitors) Full Page 5w x 3 3/4 h $400 ($320 Exhibitors) * Availability determined on a first come first served basis. If requesting inside front or back cover, please indicate alternate PAYMENT Enclosed is a check in the amount of $, as payment for the options selected above. Make checks payable to MARC NAHRO, INC. and return to: Louis A. Riccio Madison Housing Authority 24 Central Avenue Madison, New Jersey 07940 PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE MARC/NJ NAHRO reserves the right to use photos/video taken at 2016 MARC/NJ NAHRO ANNUAL CONFERENCE & TRADESHOW by individuals under its hire for future MARC/NJ NAHRO promotional purposes and in any and all media. By submitting this conference registration form, you are acknowledging that you have read and understood this photo release statement. Signature Date 9
SCAVENGER HUNT Dear Exhibitor: You are invited to participate in a Scavenger Hunt at the 2016 MARC/NJ NAHRO Annual Conference and Trade Show. We are asking each exhibitor to provide one question that you would like the attendees to ask at your booth. Please also include two incorrect answers that you would like printed with your correct answer. The Scavenger Hunt will increase the number of visitors to your booth and encourage discussion about your business. Providing your questions enables you to think about the key points you would like to communicate to your audience. At the conference, each attendee will receive instructions for the Scavenger Hunt and one answer card with multiple-choice questions. Attendees will then visit the booths to find the answer to each question. Here is an example of a Scavenger Hunt question: than top- 1. Bill s Appliances, Booth #26 Front-loading washing machines are generally % larger in capacity loading washers. (a) 5-10% (b) 15-20% (c) 25-30% Participation in the Scavenger Hunt is voluntary. To participate, please submit your question and answers to LRiccio@madisonha.com by March 1, 2016. If you have any questions regarding the Scavenger Hunt, please contract Louis Riccio at (973) 377-0258. At the Conference, attendees must submit completed Scavenger Hunt answer cards by 12:00 noon Tuesday April 26 th. The drawing for the prize winner will be held during EVENING EVENT on Tuesday. Winners must be present to win. Louis A. Riccio Conference Chairman 10
2016 NJNAHRO Annual Charity Scholarship Golf Tournament PLAY GOLF AND HELP US RAISE MONEY FOR A GREAT CAUSE ON A GREAT COURSE! FORMAT: Four Person Scramble Includes Golf Fees & Cart Includes Reception Entry fee includes green fees, cart fees, prizes, use of locker room facilities and more. WHEN: Sunday, April 24 th, 9:00 Start WHERE: The Seaview Resort Bay Course, 15 minutes from Resorts Casino Hotel and the Atlantic City Boardwalk Casinos TO REGISTER TO PLAY GOLF Please fill out the form below and fax it to Lou Riccio at (973) 377 5237. Send hard copy with payment to Louis Riccio, 24 Central Avenue, Madison, New Jersey 07940. Make checks payable to MARC/ NJNAHRO Scholarship Fund. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER April 1, 2016 GOLF REGISTRATION $150 SINGLE / $600 FOURSOME Name: Organization: Phone Address: My Foursome Includes (Open Foursomes will be filled) Name: Name: Name: WE HAVE ONLY BEEN ABLE TO RESERVE SLOTS FOR A LIMITED NUMBER OF FOURSOMES 11
BE A SPONSOR OF THE 2016 ANNUAL NJNAHRO Annual Charity Scholarship Golf Tournament Through a sponsorship you will be supporting the MARC/ NJNAHRO Scholarship Fund. This is an awesome cause that helps many low income children of public housing afford a higher education. Your organization s logo will be included on the sign. PLEASE HELP US HELP THE KIDS! THE TOURNAMENT TO BE HELD DURING THE 2016 NJNAHRO ANNUAL CONFERENCE AT THE SEAVIEW RESORT BAY COURSE ON SUNDAY, April 24, 2016 BE A SPONSOR OF THE TOURNAMENT! Please fill out the form below and fax it to Lou Riccio 973 377 5237. Send hard copy with payment to Louis Riccio 24 Central Avenue, Madison, New Jersey 07940. Make checks payable to MARC NAHRO Scholarship Fund. Questions? Please call 973 377 0258. PAYMENT MUST BE RECEIVED BY April 1, 2016 Organization Name to be on Sign: PLEASE CHECK ONE Contact Person: Closest to the Pin $500 Day Phone ( ) Longest Drive $500 Address: Hole Sponsorship $500 E mail address: Range Ball Sponsorship $300 City: State: Zip: Hole In One Sponsorship $500 Beverage Cart Sponsor $500 12