SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

30 TH ANNUAL NATIONAL CONFERENCE HOW SUCCESSFUL DIRECTORS LEAD! Celebrate with us at the Walt Disney World Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL APRIL 23 25, 2014 PRECONFERENCE APRIL 22 SPONSORSHIP AND EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS WHO WILL BE IN ATTENDANCE Conference Attendees include owners, directors, regional managers and administrators of early care and education programs from across the United States and Canada. They are THE decision makers for their early care programs. They are eager to see your company s offerings of products and services to make their programs safer, happier and more efficient! Exhibit Hall Schedule TUES 4 / 22 4:00 p.m. 6:00p.m. 10:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m. Move-In 4:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Opening Exhibition Reception WED 4 / 23 7:00 a.m. 4:45 p.m. 7:00 a.m. 8:30 a.m. Coffee 10:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Session Break 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. Munch and Mingle 4:15 p.m. 4:45 p.m. Raffle THU 4 / 24 7:30 a.m. 2:45 p.m. 7:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. Coffee 9:45 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Session Break 2:00 p.m. 2:45 p.m. Final Visit Raffle 2:45 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Move-Out

AN INVITATION Dear Friends and Colleagues: It is an honor to invite you to take part in our 30 th Annual Conference, How Successful Directors Lead! This premier event will be held at the Walt Disney World Resort in sunny Lake Buena Vista, Florida on April 23 25, 2014. Each year, we work hard to ensure that the sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are crafted in a way that promotes success. Your role within the conference is a vital one, and without sponsors and exhibitors, the event would not be the same. Our annual conference offers a unique opportunity for companies and organizations in the early care and education field to reach decision makers such as directors and child care program owners in a setting that facilitates dialogue and networking. My hope is that with the access to our conference audience and the myriad of opportunities described throughout this prospectus, you will recognize and take advantage of the benefits available to you through this unique event. On behalf of the Association of Early Learning Leaders, we look forward to seeing you at our 30 th Annual Conference at the Walt Disney World Resort. Colleen Tracy Haddad Executive Director About the Association for Early Learning Leaders Formerly known as the National Association of Child Care Professionals (NACCP), the Association for Early Learning Leaders is the nation s leader among associations serving child care owners, directors and administrators. The organization s goal is to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities of the people who lead the child care industry by providing membership services and benefits. Why should you be an exhibitor at our 30 th Annual National Conference? With over 400 attendees, the Association for Early Learning Leaders Conference is a great opportunity for exhibitors to interact personally with owners and directors to review products and services that will help solve problems and improve program quality. Who Our Attendees Are 11% 16% 22% 1% 50 % Directors LEGEND Owners/CEOs, VPs and Managers Agency, Education Coordinators, Specialists, Trainers and Consultants Assistant Directors / Administrators Emerging Leaders Who Our Exhibitors/Sponsors Are Manufacturers, producers and distributors of early learning products and services: furniture, playground equipment, educational materials and toys. Publishers of children s books, curriculum, training and leadership/administration publications. Technology developers and providers of computer hardware/software for program administration and classroom. Nonprofit organizations and state agencies that serve the early learning field.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Demonstrate your support for the by becoming a sponsor while increasing awareness of your brand! You have the option of choosing from a variety of sponsorship levels that support our 30 th Annual National Conference. Sponsorship contributes to the success of our event. DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES BENEFITS INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE BENEFITS 3 $10,000 2 $7,000 1 $3,500 Company Logo on Event Signage Annual Vendor Membership Reserved Table at Gala Luncheon 2 tables 1 table 1 table Ad in Conference Program Full page ½ page ¼ page Company Description in Conference Program Logo and 60 words Logo and 30 words 30 words Website Listing Logo on conference page Logo on conference page Name listed on conference page Session Classroom Sponsorship Host session 1 room 1 room Additional Vendor Badges and Meal Tickets 4 2 2 Exhibit Hall Space Hallway exclusive booth 10 x 10 corner 8 x 10 corner DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP SELECTION SELECT BENEFITS TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR PACKAGE ADDITIONAL BENEFITS 1 Pre- and 1 Post-Conference Email Blast to Attendees Bag Insert (CHOOSE 5) (CHOOSE 3) (CHOOSE 2) 3 $10,000 2 $7,000 1 $3,500 2 Hallway Floor Mats with Logo Coffee Break Sponsorship Attendee Gift Logo on Homepage Rotating Banner 4 months 2 months Opening Keynote, Gala Luncheon and Closing Keynote (Includes signage, program listing and logo on PowerPoint) Exclusive Opportunity to Present Your Product to Board and Ambassadors

DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD SPONSORSHIP The grants the annual Director of the Year award honoring outstanding early care and education program directors. The accepts nominations and applications from the public once a year for the Director of the Year award. The goal of this award is to recognize child care program directors who reflect the dedication, managerial acumen, innovative spirit and commitment to professionalism and the child care profession that is critical to achieving program excellence. Sponsor our Director of the Year Award by donating valuable prizes, which can include gift cards, products and/or services. The Director of the Year committee narrows the award to three finalists, with the winner announced during Gala Luncheon. Sponsors have the opportunity to present their award to the winner and finalists. Each sponsor can customize their prize package. Sponsor logos are placed on the website and in the Director of the Year section of the conference program. Coffee Break: Throughout conference. In the morning and between workshop sessions, attendees gather for a sociable coffee break in the exhibit hall. Signage will be placed in the Coffee Service area. The price listed is for a single coffee break. You may choose your time. Price: $700 member, $850 nonmember EVENT SPONSORSHIP Munch and Mingle: Wednesday, 12:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. During this Wednesday event, participants are given the opportunity to eat lunch together and mingle with conference attendees and exhibitors. Sponsors are invited to address the group with a few words, inviting them to visit their exhibit booths and announce their raffle winner. In addition, signage will be placed appropriately in the lunch area. Price: $1,500 member, $1,750 nonmember President s Member Reception: Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. The sponsor will be invited to welcome the members of this popular annual function. In addition to great exposure, the sponsor will be encouraged to interact with each member and share more about the sponsor s company. In addition, signage will be appropriately placed in the reception area. Price: $1,750 member, $2,000 nonmember Denim to Diamonds Karaoke: Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. 10:30 p.m. This is a free event for Conference Attendees. The sponsor will be invited to welcome attendees and assist with the raffle. The sponsor will also be encouraged to interact with members and share more about their company. Price: $1,500 member, $1,750 nonmember EXCLUSIVE ITEMS ITEM MEMBER PRICE NONMEMBER PRICE DESCRIPTION/GUIDELINES Coffee Mugs $1,500 $1,500 Tote Bag $3,000 $3,000 Name Badges/Lanyards $2,000 $2,500 ADDITIONAL MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES ITEM MEMBER PRICE NONMEMBER PRICE DESCRIPTION/GUIDELINES Conference Bag Insert $700 $850 Attendee Gift $800 $950 Commemorative mugs are a popular item. The Coffee Mug sponsor logo will be prominently placed on one side of the mug. The Association s logo will appear on the opposite side of the mug. Conference bags are given to each registrant for use during the conference. Sponsored bags will display the sponsor logo with the Association s logo. Pocketed name badges will have sponsor logo. Inserted paper name tag will have the Association s logo. Attendee tote bags will include sponsor flyer or 8 ½ x 11 one-page or brochures additional fee for booklets. Attendee gift will be placed in bag or distributed at registration. Conference Program ½-page $600 $750 Due in final format March 14, 2014. Conference Program ¼-page $400 $500 Due in final format March 14, 2014.

EXHIBITOR BOOTHS, APPLICATION AND USAGE April 22 24, 2014 Disney s Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL BOOTH SPECS Each booth includes an 8 high back wall and 3 high side drape, one 6 draped table, two side chairs and one wastebasket. A standard booth sign 7 x 44 with company name and booth number will be provided. EVENT SPACE Fiesta 6 Floor Plan (Rooms 7 10 are session breakout rooms) Booths 100 116 and Booths 201 217 are 10 x 10 (edge rows) 10 x 10 $975 member; $1,075 nonmember Booths 101 117 and Booths 200 216 are 8 x 10 (center row) 8 x 10 $875 member; $975 nonmember 8 x 10 corner booths $975 member; $1,075 nonmember Booths 300 303 are 10 x 10 and are reserved for sponsors. FOOD STATION APPLICATION FOR SPACE Applications will be accepted by email, mail or fax and must be accompanied by a $300 nonrefundable deposit per booth. The balance is due no later than March 1, 2014. Exhibit space is assigned on a first come, first serve basis. The Association for Early Learning Leaders reserves the right to reject a potential Exhibitor, Sponsor or Advertiser on the grounds of questionable business practices or conflicting missions. The $300 deposit per booth is nonrefundable. However, booth reservations may be cancelled and a refund issued for the balance (if it has been received) minus a 35% processing fee until March 1, 2014. All cancellations must be made in writing. No refunds will be made after March 1, 2014, unless the space is resold; then a refund will be issued for the balance (minus the $300 nonrefundable deposit per booth and a 35% processing fee). No refunds will be made if space is not used, nor will any refund be made on space used for part of the exhibit period. EXHIBIT HALL INFORMATION The exhibit area has multicolored carpet throughout. If Internet (or electricity) or additional items are needed, exhibitors can order through the Association s decorating company, Freeman. A service kit with fee structure will be provided. CONDUCTING EXHIBITS The distribution of samples, souvenirs, etc. must be conducted from within the booth. Such activities taking place in the aisle are prohibited. Exhibits that include operation of audio/visual equipment or any noisemaking machines may not be operated in manner that will disturb other Exhibitors and their patrons. No outside food and beverage is allowed without prior hotel authorization. EXHIBIT CRITERIA The Association reserves the right to require any Exhibitor to remove all or any part of an exhibit which, in the sole judgment of the Association, is misleading or deceptive, in poor taste, unsuitable, or not in keeping with the character and objectives of the conference. Exhibit booths are not to be used for employment recruiting. Exhibitors are encouraged to participate the entire time the exhibits are available to attendees. Those who break down and move out before Exhibitor Move-Out may not be invited to participate at future Association events. SHIPPING AND STORAGE Storage of all equipment prior to the exhibition shall be handled through Freeman, the Association s contracted service provider. Freeman will provide a conference service kit with details. Packages shipped directly to the hotel cannot be received earlier than 3 days prior to the program and handling fees will be applied. Return shipping is the responsibility of the Exhibitor and can be arranged through Freeman on site. All items must be removed by 5:00 p.m. Thursday, April 24. RAFFLE DONATIONS (optional) The Association distributes raffle tickets to attendees for drawings during the conference. Exhibitors are encouraged to donate items to be raffled. This provides recognition for exhibiting companies and creates opportunities for engagement with attendees. Exhibitors may also conduct raffles at their booths apart from the Association raffles. Suggested raffle items include products/services from the exhibiting company and items of interest to attendees such as electronics and gift cards.

April 22 24, 2014 Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL 2014 EXHIBITOR APPLICATION 30 th Annual National Conference: How Successful Directors Lead! PLEASE RETURN THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION PAGE WITH PAYMENT TO Joe Vasquez.. 8000 Centre Park Drive, Ste. 170, Austin, TX 78754 email joe@earlylearningleaders.org. fax 512.301.5080 EXHIBITOR INFORMATION COMPANY CATEGORY OF PRODUCTS/SERVICES OFFERED BY YOUR COMPANY BRIEFLY DESCRIBE THE BENEFIT PROVIDED TO DIRECTORS/PROGRAMS BY YOUR PRODUCT/SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION CONTACT NAME PHONE ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP EMAIL WEBSITE BOOTH RESERVATIONS HAVE YOU EXHIBITED WITH THE ASSOCIATION BEFORE? YES NO IF YES, WHAT YEARS? NUMBER OF BOOTHS REQUESTED CURRENT VENDOR MEMBER? YES NO IF NOT, WOULD YOU LIKE TO JOIN FOR $375/YEAR AND RECEIVE A DISCOUNT ON YOUR REGISTRATION? YES NO BOOTH PREFERENCE: 1 ST PREFERENCE 2 ND PREFERENCE 3 RD PREFERENCE COMPANY NAME AS IT WILL APPEAR ON BOOTH SIGN AND IN CONFERENCE PROGRAM EACH EXHIBITOR RECEIVES 2 COMPLIMENTARY NAME BADGES PER BOOTH. (ADDITIONAL BADGES $5 EACH) NAME NAME NAME NAME OPTIONAL RAFFLE AND/OR DIRECTOR OF THE YEAR ITEM(S) LIST ITEM(S) (INCLUDE VALUE): PAYMENT INFORMATION AMOUNT PAID IF PAYING BY CHECK, GIVE CHECK NUMBER CREDIT CARD # NAME ON CARD EXP DATE / AUTH CODE ADDRESS FOR CARD, IF DIFFERENT

April 22 24, 2014 Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL 2014 EXHIBITOR APPLICATION (continued) 30 th Annual National Conference: How Successful Directors Lead! PLEASE RETURN THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION PAGE WITH PAYMENT TO Joe Vasquez.. 8000 Centre Park Drive, Ste. 170, Austin, TX 78754 email joe@earlylearningleaders.org. fax 512.301.5080 DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ($10,000) ($7,000) ($3,500) (CHOOSE 5) (CHOOSE 3) (CHOOSE 2) ADDITIONAL BENEFITS 3 $10,000 2 $7,000 1 $3,500 Email Blast to Attendees Bag Insert 2 Hallway Floor Mats with Logo Coffee Break Sponsorship Attendee Gift Logo on Homepage Rotating Banner 4 months 2 months Opening Keynote, Gala Luncheon and Closing Keynote Exclusive Opportunity to Present Your Product to Board and Ambassadors HOTEL Book your reservations online to receive the Association group rate by visiting www.mydisneymeetings.com/ccp and follow the booking instructions. Group rates start at $146 per night for single or double rooms. Rooms are subject to a 16.929% tax. Availability is limited reserve your room now! Vendor Membership New Benefits Vendors who join the Association gain exclusive access to Child Care Directors, Owners and Administrators at a national level. You ll gain a competitive edge by linking with individuals in the field of early care and education who have the purchasing power to buy your products and services, and by networking with professionals who understand the business. Vendor membership a full year of benefits for only $375! BENEFITS INCLUDE Company listing with contact information on the Association website $100 discount on your conference exhibit booth Contact address list of all Association members Complimentary 1/4-page ad (or two 1/8-page ads) in Professional Connections, the Association s trade journal Complimentary email blast to members and their friends Opportunity to host one webinar annually that will be offered free to our members

April 22 24, 2014 Disney Coronado Springs Resort in Lake Buena Vista, FL 2014 EXHIBITOR APPLICATION (continued) 30 th Annual National Conference: How Successful Directors Lead! PLEASE RETURN THIS COMPLETED APPLICATION PAGE WITH PAYMENT TO Joe Vasquez.. 8000 Centre Park Drive, Ste. 170, Austin, TX 78754 email joe@earlylearningleaders.org. fax 512.301.5080 PRICING CHART EVENT MEMBER PRICE SELECTION NONMEMBER PRICE SELECTION 8 x 10 Exhibit Booth $875 $975 8 x 10 Corner Exhibit Booth $975 $1,075 10 x 10 Exhibit Booth $975 $1,075 Coffee Break $700 $850 Munch and Mingle $1,500 $1,750 President s Member Reception $1,750 $2,000 Denim to Diamonds Karaoke $2,000 $2,250 Tote Bag $3,000 $3,500 Coffee Mugs $1,500 $2,000 Name Badges $2,000 $2,500 Conference Bag Insert $700 $850 Attendee Gift $800 $950 Conference Program ½-page $600 $750 Conference Program ¼-page $400 $500 Vendor Membership (Include membership in total pricing) $375 MEMBER TOTAL NONMEMBER TOTAL