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Exhibit/Sponsorship Information

WHY SHOULD YOU EXHIBIT?

The National Offender Workforce Development Conference has become one of the pre-eminent think tank/ brain-trust conferences in the country addressing the issues of re-entry of our formerly incarcerated citizens. Each year this conference attracts professionals from all over the United States and abroad to present workshops, participate in town hall meetings, informative general sessions, hands on workshops and ample opportunity to network with colleagues.There are over 50 partners and stakeholders involved in this critical and timely event.This is a solutions oriented event tailored to bringing resources to those that provide services and products with the industry.

Professionals from the area of law enforcement, legal, workforce development, hospitals, community-based agencies, state and local governments all attend this conference. Known for its innovative approach to conference delivery, the National Offender Workforce Development Conference has become a “must attend” conference for many professionals nationally and internationally. Our conference scheduled for April 16-19, in Los Angeles is shaping up to be the most widely attended conference to date.

CONFERENCE TRACKS

• California Re-entry Programs & Policies
• Women & Incarceration
• Research & Academia
• Workforce Development
• National Best Practices: Advocacy & Faith-Based Initiatives
• Special Emphasis: International Approaches to Re-Entry

SPONSORS AND EXHIBITS

Conference exhibitors and advertisers are an integral part of the National Offender Workforce Development Conference.Exhibitors and sponsors will have access to over 400 attendees and inroads into the agencies they represent.The Conference brings together a broad range of professionals who specialize in the areas of re-entry, youth services, academia, workforce development, advocacy, government, law enforcement, faith communities, law and community-based organizations.Attendees seeking information on current trends, new products and procedures and seek ways to help them become better equipped to perform their duties.

The Benefits of Sponsorship and Exhibiting

The Conference offers the potential to increase product sales and to reach new segments of the workforce market. Additionally, the Conference is an ideal venue to showcase new product offerings and to create a higher profile among the various areas of re-entry, youth service agencies, academia, workforce development, advocacy groups, government entities, law enforcement, faith-based communities, and community-based organizations

Table Top Exhibits

A. Basic Package for $450 includes:
Skirted 6 Foot Table, 2 Chairs & Waste Basket
Electrical Outlet (limited number available)
One Full Conference Registration Fee
Complimentary Description in the Program
Post-Conference Attendee List

B. Premium Plus Package for $600 includes:
Skirted 6 Foot Table, 2 Chairs & Waste Basket
Electrical Outlet (limited number available)
One Full Conference Registration Fee
Half Page Ad in Program
Complimentary Description in the Program
Pre and Post-Conference Attendee List

Table Top Placement

Preferred placement in hotel foyer will be given to sponsors, followed by the order of the paid applications that are received.

Publicity Information

Please provide a brief profile, 25-50 word description of the products and/or services being exhibited for use in the National Offender Workforce Development Conference Program Book. Companies not completing this section will be listed by name only. Profiles must be received no later than March 5, 2008 for inclusion in the program book.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising space for your organization in the final conference program is available at the following rates:
Full Page Ad $300
Half Page Ad $200
Tote Bag Stuffer $100
Literature Display $100

Preferred format of submission for graphics:High resolution PDF file (a high-resolution TIF or EPS will also be accepted, PDF is preferred), one color (black), no bleed.

Sponsorships

Don’t miss these value-packed sponsorship packages designed for firms who want an efficient, high-impact marketing solution.

Sponsorship opportunities include a complimentary Resource Display at the Conference.

Platinum Sponsor - $3,500K
Features only one Platinum Sponsor that receives the following benefits:
• Logo on conference bag and program cover
• Full page advertisement or acknowledgment on back cover of conference program
• Verbal acknowledgment at every plenary session
• Booth in exhibition hall
• Largest acknowledgment on sponsor recognition page in program
• Other special recognition as negotiated

Gold Sponsor - $2,500K
Features only three Gold Sponsors. Gold Sponsors select one of the following ses­sions to sponsor: Opening Keynote Plenary, Networking Reception, Breakfast Plenary, Networking Luncheon, or Closing Plenary. Gold Sponsors receive the following benefits:
• Full page advertisement or acknowledgment in conference program
• Signage displayed during sponsored session
• Verbal acknowledgment during sponsored session
• Booth in exhibition hall
• Acknowledgment on sponsor recognition page in program

Silver Sponsor - $1,500K
Feature only six Silver Sponsors, two for each break period. Silver Sponsors receive the following benefits:
• Full page advertisement or acknowledgment in conference program
• Signage displayed during sponsored break
• Booth in exhibition hall
• Acknowledgment on sponsor recognition page in program

Unique sponsorship packages can be created for your special marketing needs.