2010 GIS/CAMA Technologies Conference - Exhibits & Sponsorships

Leveraging Technology to Do More With Less...
Big Value in Little Rock

The 14th Annual Conference for Professionals in Property Assessment, Tax Administration, Mapping and Information Technology

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Registration & Travel Information

The International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) and the Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) are pleased to announce the 14th GIS/CAMA Technologies Conference, to be held March 8-11, 2010 in Little Rock. This year’s conference theme, Changing Values in Changing Times– Economic Influences on Property Valuation, will provide a conference focus that is both relevant and timely.

This educational program attracts these professionals:

• Assessors and Land Records Professionals who want to implement, improve or expand their use of information technology (specifically Geographic Information Systems [GIS] and Computer Assisted Mass Appraisal [CAMA]).
• Managers of specific appraisal and assessment functions and Land Records technologies who are looking for new and improved IT applications.
• IS Managers who either are in, or serve, assessment and Land Records departments.

"The GIS & CAMA Conference attracts attendees, industry leaders and decision makers, anxious to understand technology that will allow them to accomplish more for less. We would never, ever miss exhibiting at this conference." -  Marlene Jeffers, President, Yotta MVS (formerly Mobile Video Services)

Who should exhibit?

If you have a product or service that can be used by the assessment community, you should exhibit at this conference! Attendees want to meet with vendors who can offer them the products and services to make their appraisal process an effective, efficient and productive undertaking.

Preliminary Conference Schedule

Monday, March 8, 2010

• Pre-conference Workshops
• Exhibit Set-up -  12:00 Noon - 4:00 PM
• Exhibit Hall Networking Reception (5:00 - 7:00 PM)

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

• Welcome & Keynote Address
• Exhibits (10:00 AM - 3:30 PM)
• Educational Sessions
• Conference Luncheon
• Interactive Discussion Reception

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

• Educational Sessions
• Exhibits (10:30 AM - 4:00 PM)
  (NOTE CHANGE FROM EARLIER POSTED START TIME OF 10:00 AM)
• Educational Sessions
• Lunch on your own and optional vendor luncheon sessions
• Exhibits Dismantle at 4:00 PM
• Conference Social Event

Thursday, March 11, 2010

• Educational Sessions
• Plenary Session & Closing Remarks

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Exhibit Information 

Cost per 10’ x 10’ booth = $1,895 (if purchased and paid for by December 31, 2009)
$1,995 after December 31

 Exhibit fee includes:

• One 10’ x 10’ booth
• Two full conference registrations for each booth purchased —for complete access to the educational program.
• Digital pre- and post-conference files of registrants

Cancellation Policy: A $150 fee per booth will be assessed on all cancellations received on or before January 15, 2010. No refunds will be processed for cancellations received after January 15, 2010.

Exhibit Space RESERVED

Sponsorship Opportunities

In addition to promoting your company by exhibiting at GIS & CAMA 2010, take advantage of one or more sponsorship opportunities to ensure that your company’s name is remembered long after the conference is over. There are a variety of sponsorships available, in different price ranges. Consider co-sponsoring with your business partners. If you have other ideas to propose, or wish to discuss any of the listed opportunities, please contact Wendy Nelson at 847/824-6300.

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Platinum Conference Sponsor - MANATRON

The platinum conference sponsorship package provides maximum exposure during the conference. Only one sponsorship at this level is available.

• Conference Bags - As the platinum sponsor your company logo will appear alongside the GIS & CAMA Conference logo on the attendee bags.
• Company Literature and Giveaway - As the platinum conference sponsor you have the opportunity to distribute your company's brochure and a gift/giveaway to be included in the conference bag that is distributed to participants upon registration at the conference.
• Acknowledgements - As the platinum sponsor you will be thanked during the opening and closing conference sessions and recognized on signage and in the conference program.
• Addressing the Conference - The platinum sponsor is the only sponsor given the opportunity to address the conference. As the platinum sponsor you will have the opportunity to address the conference for 5 to 10 minutes during the closing conference session.

— $7,000 (RESERVED BY MANATRON)

Gold Conference Sponsor

The gold conference sponsorship package provides ample exposure during the conference. Only one sponsorship at this level is available.

• Company Literature and Giveaway - As the gold conference sponsor you have the opportunity to distribute your company's brochure and a gift/giveaway to be included in the conference bag that is distributed to participants upon registration at the conference.

• Recognition - The gold conference sponsor will be recognized as the sponsor of the Conference Luncheon.

• Acknowledgements - As the gold sponsor you will be thanked during the opening and closing conference sessions and recognized in the conference program.

— $5,000 (one opportunity available)

Silver Sponsor - ESRI

Consider the silver conference sponsorship package for this GIS & CAMA Conference. Only one sponsorship at this level is available.

• Company Literature and Giveaway - As the silver conference sponsor you have the opportunity to distribute your company's brochure and a gift/giveaway to be included in the conference bag that is distributed to participants upon registration at the conference.

• Recognition - The silver conference sponsor will be recognized as the sponsor of the Internet Cafe during the conference. The sponsor's website will be set as the home page on the monitors being used.

• Acknowledgements - As the silver sponsor you will be thanked during the opening and closing conference sessions and recognized in the conference program.

— $3,000 (reserved by ESRI)

Bronze Sponsor

Consider the bronze conference sponsorship package for this year's GIS & CAMA Conference. Only one sponsorship at this level is available.

• Company Literature and Giveaway - As the bronze conference sponsor you have the opportunity to distribute your company's brochure and a gift/giveaway to be included in the conference bag that is distributed to participants upon registration at the conference.

• Recognition - The bronze conference sponsor will be recognized as the sponsor of the post-conference proceedings CD that will be distributed to each attendee and which will include content from the sponsor.

• Acknowledgements - As the bronze sponsor you will be thanked during the opening and closing conference sessions and recognized in the conference program.

— $2,000 (one opportunity available)

Individual Sponsorship Packages

Networking Reception Sponsor — $4,000 (can be co-sponsored)
Everyone attends the opening exhibit hall reception to kick-off the Conference! Attendees will head to the reception to network with their colleagues and vendors and partake of light appetizers and drinks before heading out on the town.

Bag Inserts: $1,000
A limited number of sponsors may provide one piece of literature to be inserted in each attendee bag.

Refreshment Breaks — $750 each (four available)
Conference attendees appreciate the morning coffee breaks and afternoon dessert breaks during the conference.

Workshop Beverage Breaks - $500 each (two available)

Thursday Evening Social Event  — $10,000 for sole sponsor (can be co-sponsored)
If you are going to sponsor a party, the GIS & CAMA Conference is the place to do it! Past social events have been evenings to remember!

Vendor Educational Sessions — $500 plus audio/visual and lunch costs

Always popular, these sessions, which take place during the lunch hour on Wednesday afternoon.

Design your own educational product-based sessions or discuss developments in the field or the technology of products. There will be no other programming competing with these sessions. Consider co-sponsoring a session with a vendor partner. Don’t pass up this opportunity! Session rooms are limited. If you wish to participate, provide a brief description of your session for inclusion in the Program.  Companies that sponsor vendor educational sessions will be able to make their own arrangements for audio/visual set-ups and any food and beverage needs (attendees will expect lunch to be served). First-come, first-served!

Vendor Educational Sessions Reserved (as of January 6, 2010):

1. Manatron
2. Colorado CustomWare
3. Tyler Technologies
4. Farragut Systems
5. VillaGIS Inc

Advertising Opportunities

Final Program — Advertising Opportunities – Call for availability
Insertion orders and artwork due by January 15, 2010

• 4-color/Full page: Outside back cover $2,500;   Inside front/back cover $2,000  
• 4-color/Half page/back cover $1,500   
• Black & White/Grayscale:Full page $1,000;  Half page $500;  One-sixth page $150

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To Reserve Booth Space & Sponsorship Opportunities:

1. Download/Open the 2010 GIS & CAMA exhibit floor plan to select your preferred booth location (PDF)
2. Download Exhibit Space & Sponsorship Form, complete and send/fax with payment.

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Conference Site – Peabody Hotel & Statehouse Convention Center

3 Statehouse Plaza
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 906-4000

Conference Rate: $139 single/double
(Special note… this rate includes Complimentary High Speed Internet in Guestrooms)
Note that this special rate is available only until February 13, 2010.

The Peabody Little Rock is a four diamond hotel, located in the heart of the bustling downtown River Market District, with numerous dining, shopping and entertainment options right outside the door. Don’t miss the world famous Peabody Ducks!

To make your reservation,  call (501) 906-4000 and mention that you are attending the IAAO & URISA Conference to receive the discounted conference rate. An online reservation form will be available soon.

About Little Rock

The history of the city is rich, spanning from pioneer days in the 19th century to presidential elections in the close of the 20th century and with everything from the Civil War to the civil rights movement in between.

Today, in downtown Little Rock, the old and new mix well together. Stately antebellum structures and ornate Victorian buildings neighbor gleaming new glass-facade skyscrapers stretching up into the river city's skyline with scenic, natural surroundings providing the backdrop.

Whether you are flying or driving, the central location and national airport make Little Rock convenient and accessible. The Peabody Hotel and convention center are located just moments from the airport and within walking distance of the acclaimed River Market District with river walks, restaurants, nightlife, museums and the William J. Clinton Presidential Center and Park. All across the city, Little Rock’s unique neighborhoods provide excellent dining, shopping, sports and entertainment opportunities.

CONFERENCE SPONSORS

About IAAO — The International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) is a non-profit research and educational association. Established in 1934, IAAO’s mission is to promote innovation and excellence in property appraisal as well as property tax policy and administration through professional development, education, research and technical assistance.

About URISA — The Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) is a non-profit professional and educational association that promotes the effective and ethical use of spatial information and information technologies for the understanding and management of urban and regional systems.

For up-to-date conference information, please visit the IAAO or URISA websites, http://www.iaao.org   or http://www.urisa.org

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