No other expo brings together two professional associations like the NASCA & NASFA Resource Expo.
The NASCA and NASFA resource expo brings together a diverse group of decision-makers from the general services department and the state facilities profession. You won't find another event that can offer the same unique audience. Your products and services will reach two associations for the price of one!
What is the National Association of State Chief Administrators (NASCA)?
NASCA is the only association dedicated exclusively to the administration professional and the unique challenges they face. NASCA is a national, non-profit organization that champions excellence and innovation in state government. NASCA assists its members to become better prepared for the dramatic changes taking place in state government.
What is the National Association of State Facilities Administrators (NASFA)?
NASFA is the only association dedicated exclusively to the state facilities professional, and the unique challenges they face. With more than 1,200 members representing facilities professionals responsible for the planning, development, operations and maintenance of state facilities, including departments of transportation, real estate, parks and colleges and universities. NASFA is a professional organization whose mission is to provide leadership in the development and implementation of state facility administration practices.
Nothing is more effective than face-to-face contact when you have something important to say.
When you exhibit at the NASCA & NASFA Joint National Conference and Resource Expo, you will have ample opportunity to make important one-on-one contact with both general service administrators and state facilities professionals. Your products and services will reach two associations for the price of one!
As an exhibitor, you can take part in the conference sessions, receptions, meals and social activities. Exhibit hours are scheduled at peak attendance times to encourage traffic to your booth. Plus the convenient booth schedule allows you ample time to set up appointments and make contacts during the conference. Exhibiting at this resource expo saves you time and money.
Be sure your products or services are where the decision-makers are ¨C the NASCA & NASFA Resource Expo.
Here are just three of the many reasons to exhibit at NASCA & NASFA Resource Expo:
NASCA puts you in direct contact with general services administrators. These are high level executives who assess administration related products and services that demonstrate cost-effectiveness in solving complex state issues.
NASFA allows you to converse with state facilities professionals responsible for the planning, development, operations and maintenance of state facilities. They are key administrators who recommend, specify and purchase a wide variety of facilities management products and services.
This expo saves you time and money. This potentially once-in-a-lifetime opportunity lets you personally meet with your current state customers, as well as potential new customers, all in one location.
Who should attend?
The NASCA & NASFA Resource Expo is a great place to present, introduce and demonstrate your products, services and ideas. You should attend if you want to reach generalserviceadministrators who are involved with any of the following:
Audit Administration
Budget & Accounting Administration
Energy Administration
Facilities Administration
Fleet Administration
Human Resource Administration
IT Administration
Mail Administration
Property Management & Construction Administration
Publication & Printing Administration
Purchasing Administration
Small Business & Minority Administration
State & Federal Surplus Administration
Supply Administration
You should attend if you want to reach statefacilitiesprofessionals who are involved with any of the following:
Architectural & Engineering, Planning and Design
Building Security
Construction Management & Renovation Work
Correctional Facilities
Energy Conservation & Management
Environmental Health & Safety
Equipment Inventory & Maintenance
Facility Financial Forecasting & Budgeting
Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
Interior Space Planning & Space Management
Leasing
Lighting
Office Furniture/Equipment
Preventative/Planned Maintenance
Real
Estate Acquisition and/or Disposal
Surety Companies
Transportation Facilities
What is included in your exhibitor fee?
The booth rates are:
$800 per booth for NASCA & NASFA Corporate Affiliate members, plus a $50 security fee. $2,800 per booth for non-members, plus a $50 security fee.
Booths are 10' x 10' and each booth package includes:
One (1) FREE conference registration pass, good for all sessions and social events -- a value of up to $900.
The opportunity to give a three (3) minute presentation on their products and services to the membership on Sunday, June 25 following the Opening Session. Organizations that sponsor and exhibit will have the opportunity to make one five (5) minute presentation during the Parade of Sponsors & Exhibitors.
Additional exhibitor representatives are welcome to participate and register at a fee of $500.00.This fee includes all sessions, meals and social events including the awards banquet.
Your company name, address, and a description of your organization listed in the conference program, which will be referenced by all attendees during the conference;
A booth identification sign listing your firm's name;
A 8' high back wall, 3' high draped side rail, one 6' skirted table, two chairs and a waste basket;
Security service in the exhibit hall during the closed hours of the expo;
Daily cleaning and maintenance of the common exhibit hall areas to assure a safe and attractive exposition;
The opportunity to reach attendees before and after the meeting by receiving one set of complimentary attendee mailing labels. You can request one complimentary set of labels either prior to or following the meeting; and
The opportunity to have your company listed and linked on the NASCA Web site at www.nasca.org and/or the NASFA Web-site: www.nasfa.net.
Exhibit Schedule(Hours are subject to change as authorized by expo management)
Installation:
Sunday, June 25 -11:00 am - 2:30 pm Note: Exhibits must be set-up by 2:30 pm.
Parade of Exhibits:
Sunday, June 25 - 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to give a three (3) minute presentation on their products and services to the membership on Sunday, June 25 following the Opening Session. Organizations that sponsor and exhibit will have the opportunity to make one five (5) minute presentation during the Parade of Sponsors & Exhibitors. Additional instructions and information will be forthcoming.
Exhibit Hours:
Sunday, June 25 - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Monday, June 26 - 7:30 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, June 27 - 7:30 am - 1:30 pm
Note: Exhibit hall will be closed during conference sessions.
Dismantle:
Tuesday, June 27 - 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm Note: Exhibit hall must be clear of all materials by 3:30 pm.
Special Meeting Invitation:
Tuesday, June 27 - 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Exhibitors are invited to meet with members to discuss the Resource Expo, membership benefits and future meetings. This meeting supplies the associations and the private sector representatives with a magnificent exchange of recommendations and information.
Monday, June 26 7:30 am - 8:30 am - Breakfast 11:45 am - 1:15 pm - Luncheon 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Exhibitors Reception
Tuesday, June 27
7:30 am - 8:30 am - Breakfast
11:45 am - 1:15 pm - Luncheon
How to Register for Exhibit Space
Return the enclosed exhibitor application/contract with a 50 percent booth deposit payable to NASFA. Booth assignments will be made when the application/contract and deposit are received.
Every effort will be made to assign exhibitors to one of their preferred spaces. However, expo management reserves the right to make the final space assignment or change the space assignment after the acceptance of the applications, should it be necessary and in the best interest of the exhibit expo.
Exhibitor applications/contracts sent after May 12, 2006 require full payment for the exhibit space. Applications received after May 12, 2006 will be assigned space on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Visit either the NASCA Web site at www.nasca.org or NASFA's Web site at www.nasfa.net for the most current booth assignments.
How to get Additional Visibility
The NASCA & NASFA Joint National Conference and Resource Expo offers your firm numerous opportunities to increase your visibility through our sponsorship program, which is available at a variety of levels. By sponsoring a social event, your firm will be provided additional exposure to the general services and state facilities professionals. Social events serve as informal extensions of the scheduled program and provide ideal opportunities for attendees to further discuss the program topics in a more casual atmosphere.
Sponsorship opportunities range from the level of $2,000 to $10,000. For more information about sponsorship opportunities, contact Marcia Stone, NASCA/NASFA Association Manager, at (859) 244-8181 or via email at mstone@csg.org.
Note: Organizations that sponsor and exhibit will have the opportunity to make one five (5) minute presentation during the Parade of Sponsors & Exhibitors.
Floor Plan
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Important Deadlines
May 1, 2006 A 50 percent booth deposit and exhibitor application/contract are due.
May 31, 2006 Final payment is due for booth fees. Organization description is due for the conference program.
Exhibit Application & Registration
Fill out the exhibitor application form included in this packet of information and return it with your payment. Registration is required for all staff in the exhibit booth. Please complete a registration form for each person attending. The form is available on www.nasfa.net. Exhibitors without name badges will not be admitted into the exhibit hall. Late registration for additional personnel can be made on-site at the registration desk.
Use of Exhibit Space
At least one company representative must be present in the booth at all times during the expo's operation. All demonstrations and exhibits must be confined to the assigned space. The packing of merchandise and dismantling of displays shall not start until after the expo's closing at 1:30 pm on Tuesday, June 27, 2006.
Cancellations
Cancellations must be received in writing. Exhibitors who cancel between the time of their application and 45 days prior to the expo opening will receive a 50 percent refund in the event that all booth space is sold. This refund payment shall be mailed approximately 30 days after the expo closes. Exhibitors who cancel fewer than 45 days prior to the opening of the expo will not receive a refund.
The date upon which written notice of cancellation is received shall apply as the official date of cancellation. Upon notification of cancellation, NASCA & NASFA have the right to resell the space vacated.
Official Service Kit
An Exhibitor Service Kit will be mailed to all confirmed exhibitors. Please read the reverse side of the application/contract for additional information.
Continuing Educational Credits (CEUs)
The National Association of State Facilities Administrators (NASFA) is registered with the AIA Continuing Education System (AIA/CES) and is committed to developing quality-learning activities in accordance with the CES criteria. Learning units will be reported directly to the AIA on behalf of those members who note their membership number on the application form.
