ncea 2015 exhibitor prospectus
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The NCEA Convention & Expo is the largest private education association gathering in the nation attracting approximately 8,000 attendees from all aspects of Catholic and faith-based education from preschool, elementary, secondary, adult education, colleges and universities to local parish pastors, priests, directors of parish religious education programs, parish volunteers and more. NCEA invites you to join us for this one-of-a-kind opportunity to gain new prospects, exchange ideas, and debut cutting-edge research and technologies to Catholic and other religious educators from across the United States, Canada and other countries.TRANSCRIPT
Exhibitor, Advertising and Sponsorship Prospectus
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NCEA 2015ORLANDOApril 7-9
Orange County Convention Center
Orlando, Florida
www.ncea.org/convention
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National Catholic Educational Association Annual Convention & Expo
in partnership with The National Association of Parish Catechetical Directors Convocation
and The Catholic Library Association Annual Meeting
Celebrating Faith EducationJoin NCEA in celebrating innovation and excellence within all aspects of Catholic and faith-based education at this year’s annual NCEA Convention & Expo! This is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together Catholic and other religious educators from across the United States, Canada and other countries.
Attendees won’t miss this milestone anniversary event—and neither should you!
NCEA Convention & Expo attracts more than 8,000 attendees each year representing preschool, elementary, secondary, adult education, colleges and universities as well as local parish pastors, priests, directors of parish religious education programs, parish volunteers and more.
NCEA 2015 is your perfect opportunity to connect face-to-face with your target audience, generate new business leads, cultivate your current customer base and unveil new products or services in a specialized forum.
RESERVE YOUR SPACE AT THE LARGEST PRIVATE EDUCATION ASSOCATION GATHERING IN THE U.S. Visit NCEA.ORG/CONVENTION for more info!
Attendees by the Numbers*
NCEA Convention & Expo attendees come from more than 12 different countries. Participants from the United States alone represent:
• Total Catholic School enrollment: 1,974,578• Total Number of Schools: 6,594 Catholic schools • Elementary: 5,399 • Secondary: 1,195• Religious Education - Elementary students: 2,715,621• Religious Education - Secondary students: 640,585• Numbers of Boards, Commission, Councils of Catholic Education: 5,592• Catholic Colleges and Universities: 233• Catholic Colleges and Universities enrollment: 810,201• Seminaries: 159• Seminarians: 5,046
*Source: The Annual Statistical Report on Schools, Enrollment, and Staffing and the 2014 Catholic Directory
The Power of the Expo
Call Today! 703-683-8500 | [email protected] | www.ncea.org/convention
NCEA is 100% committed to bringing qualified education professionals to your booth. Don’t miss this opportunity to network, influence and interact with thousands of industry decision-makers.
75% of attendees direct, influence or recommend purchases for their organizations
For the second year in a row, the NCEA Convention & Expo was recognized as one of the Fastest 50 growing tradeshows in the US!
Main Occupation
Director/Vicar/Secretary of Catechist
Superintendent of Catechist
Parish Religious Education Leader
Board of Education Member
Central Office Personnel
Priest
School President
Principal
Teacher
Librarian
Other School Administrator
Specialist (i.e. nurse, counselor)
Other (please specify)
Main Occupation
Director/Vicar/Secretary of Catechist
Superintendent of Catechist
Parish Religious Education Leader
Board of Education Member
Central Office Personnel
Priest
School President
Principal
Teacher
Librarian
Other School Administrator
Specialist (i.e. nurse, counselor)
Other (please specify)
1%
2%
3%
1%
3%
1%
2%
18%
54%
2%
5%
1%
9%
Main occupationof Education
Main Occupation
To learn about new products and servicesTo visit particular companies because of their reputation/productsTo look for new vendor contactsBoard of Education Member
The Power of the Exhibitor ExperienceIf you are a supplier of educational services, technology or products, NCEA 2015 is a powerful investment. Meet thousands of educators, maximize your brand awareness and experience steady traffic in your booth with exclusive non-compete exhibit hall hours!
Academic/Professional ServicesBibles/MissalsBooks (Trade & Library)Career Opportunities/VocationsClassroom Supplies/Equipment/DecorationsCo-Curricular ProgramsConsulting ServicesCore Curriculum/Curriculum Resources/MaterialsEarly Childhood EducationExceptional EducationFurniture/Seating (School & Library)
Higher EducationMissions/Special ApostolatesOnline LearningProfessional DevelopmentPublications, Textbooks, or SupplementsReligious Education Books/MaterialsSchool Uniforms/SportswearTechnologyTesting/GuidanceYouth Programs
RESERVE YOUR SPACE AT THE LARGEST PRIVATE EDUCATION ASSOCIATION GATHERING IN THE U.S. Visit NCEA.ORG/CONVENTION for more info!
97% of attendees visit the NCEA Expo HallWHY?...
Main Occupation
To learn about new products and servicesTo visit particular companies because of their reputation/productsTo look for new vendor contactsBoard of Education Member
Number of attendees visiting the NCEA Expo Hall
Products and Services
88%
58%
36%
27%
Attendees are searching for and looking to BUY products and services from the following areas:
And this is just a partial list. No other private education association event features such a comprehensive list of products and services!
To connect with existing relationships
Exhibit Hall Hours Event Date Hours Exhibit Set Up Monday, April 6 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM Tuesday, April 7 8:30 AM to 11:30 AMExhibit Hall Hours Tuesday, April 7 Noon to 5:45 PM Wednesday, April 8 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Thursday, April 9 9:00 AM to 2:00 PMExhibitor Break Down Thursday, April 10 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
NCEA 2015 closes on Thursday, April 9, 2015 at 2:00 PM. Exhibitors may not dismantle or disturb their exhibits until after closing. Failure to observe this rule may jeopardize the exhibitor’s priority points or right to exhibit at forthcoming expositions.
Your Booth Package
Become an NCEA 2015 Exhibitor and take advantage of exclusive benefits included in your booth package at no extra charge:
• 8’ draped back wall and 3’ draped side walls• 7”x 44” ID sign displaying Exhibitor name and booth number• 3 complimentary Full Convention registrations per 10’ x 10’ space• Additional discounted registrations: $20.00 per registrant• 25 Complimentary one-day Expo Hall Only passes • Complimentary listing in the 2015 Convention Program (only if application is received by February 6, 2015)• Complimentary company listing including Booth # in the Feb/March issue of NCEA’s award-winning journal, Momentum• Complimentary online profile including optional marketing enhancements to upload product photos, press releases, and show specials advertisements posted to the NCEA 2015 exhibits website
Booth Fees On or before December 12 After December 13Standard Booths $14.50/sq. ft. $16.50/sq. ft.Corner Fees (per corner) $200 per corner $200 per cornerIsland Booths (minimum 400 sq. ft.) $16.00/sq. ft. $18.00/sq. ft.
Call Today! 703-683-8500 | [email protected] | www.ncea.org/convention
Note: All exhibit booths are required to provide carpet or other floor covering for their entire booth space. No concrete may be showing.
New in 2015! All attendees and exhibitors are invited to the Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall. Join us as we kick off the week in Orlando. Sponsorship opportunities available!
Exhibitors who request cross-aisle exhibit space will be billed for the aisle space between their booth spaces at a rate of $800 per 100 sq. ft.
The Power of the Exhibitor Experience
The Power of the Exhibitor ExperienceOfficial Vendors
VIEw THE CURRENT fLOOR PLAN AND RESERVE YOUR SPACE NOw Visit http://events.ntpshow.com/NCEA2015 or call National Trade Productions 703-683-8500 to sign up!
To ensure all exhibitors receive the best value and customer service, NCEA conducts an in-depth review process when selecting vendors for Convention. All approved vendors will have an “official vendor” logo on their paperwork.
Important DeadlinesEvent DateHousing Mid-SeptemberFinal Balance Due December 12, 2014Advertising Insertion Orders Due December 19Artwork for 2015 Printed Convention Program Due January 30, 2015Company Descriptions and Product Category Listings for Printed Program Due February 6Lead Retrieval Discount Deadline February 13 (Early Bird Rate Discount) March 13 (Advanced Rate Discount)Internet, Phone, and Electrical Orders Discount Deadline March 12Booth Furnishings/GES Services Discount Deadline March 16Last Day to Ship to the Advanced warehouse April 1First Day Materials May Arrive at the Convention Center April 6Exhibit Installation Begins April 6Expo Hall Opens at Noon April 7
Service Vendor Contact InformationExhibitor & Sponsorship Sales National Trade Productions (NTP) Joey Martin (Companies A-L) 703-706-8235 Ron Bates (Companies M-Z) 703-706-8230Exhibitor Customer Service National Trade Productions (NTP) Jackie Odemer 703-706-8219 Exhibitor Services Global Experience Specialists (GES) www.ges.com/chat 1-800-475-2098Housing Travel Planners 1-800-221-3531Registration Convention Data Services (CDS) Coming mid-SeptemberAV Buffalo Audio Visual (BAV) [email protected] 1-800-264-5010Lead Retrieval Convention Data Services (CDS) Amy Thrasher 1-800-746-9734
Please be aware that all authorized vendors will have the “official vendor” logo in any correspondence to you concerning NCEA 2015.
whether your goal is to launch a new product, differentiate yourself from competitors, increase brand awareness or simply attract more qualified prospects to your booth, NCEA offers a wide range of sponsor-ship opportunities to provide your company with maximum exposure to Convention attendees.
As an NCEA 2015 Sponsor, you receive:• Recognition in 2015 Convention Program distributed to all attendees• Company recognition online anywhere sponsors are mentioned• Strategically placed signage during Convention• Additional benefits provided with each opportunity
To align with your sales and marketing goals, NCEA 2015 sponsorship offerings are organized into distinct categories Networking Opportunities and Registration/Conference Amenities:
RESERVE YOUR SPONSORSHIP TODAY! 703-683-8500 | [email protected] | www.ncea.org/convention
Did you know? Conference sponsorships increase booth traffic up to 104%!Source: Center for Exhibition Research
The Power of Enhanced Exposure
Networking OpportunitiesConnect face-to-face with your target market and key decision makers in a relaxed, dialogue-friendly setting. Networking Opportunities range from Exhibitor Presentations/workshops, lunch breaks, afternoon coffee breaks, lounge areas and much more!
Registration/Conference AmenitiesStand out among your competitors with these high-impact, high-visibility sponsorships. Items include but are not limited to the NCEA Prize Card, lanyards, tote bags, mobile app, shuttle busses, charging stations, hotel key cards, escalator clings, floor decals, new product promotions, web banners, etc. Many opportunities are exclusive to one exhibiting company so reserve yours before it’s sold out!
Not exactly what you’re looking for? Opportunities exist for organizations of all sizes and budgets. work with our experienced team to develop a custom package designed to specifically meet your company’s unique objectives. Don’t delay — sponsorships are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Act now to claim your opportunity!
NCEA 2015 Convention Program AdvertisingThe NCEA 2015 Convention Program is distributed at registration and serves as the most popular printed publication at Convention. It is a valuable resource often archived for future reference and shared with colleagues long after the conclusion of Convention. Give your company added visibility and advertise in the Convention Program to let attendees know where to find you. The deadline to reserve your premium ad placement is Friday, December 19, 2014.
Be a part of NCEA 2015 Reserve your space today!
Call: 703-683-8500Email: [email protected]
www.ncea.org/convention@NCEATALK #NCEA15
NCEA 2015ORLANDO
Celebrate the advanCement
OF FaIth edUCatIOn
The NCEA 2015 Convention and Expo is a must-attend event integral to your overall sales process and marketing strategy. Exhibit in Orlando to elevate your customer base, showcase your latest product developments, debut cutting-edge services and introduce innovative technologies related to education. This is one event you don’t want to miss!