16th Annual GIS/CAMA Technologies Conference - Exhibits & Sponsorships

San Antonio, Texas
March 12-15, 2012

The 16th Annual Conference for Professionals in Property Assessment, Tax Administration, Mapping and Information Technology

THE EXHIBIT HALL IS SOLD OUT.
THERE ARE STILL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.

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The International Association of Assessing Officers (IAAO) and the Urban and Regional Information Systems Association (URISA) are pleased to announce the 16th GIS/CAMA Technologies Conference, to be held March 12-15, 2012 in San Antonio, Texas.

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.

Who should exhibit?

If you have a technology 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.

New for 2012!

This year, enjoy unparalleled access to the attendees! The exhibition has been integrated into the ballroom where the keynote and general sessions will take place and where the meal functions will occur. You will have ample opportunities to connect with the participants. Exhibitors will be at the center of everything! (See the floorplan below.)

The exhibit hall schedule was designed with the exhibitor in mind, with events taking place to draw the attendee into the exhibit hall frequently. Note the Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hours with no competing educational sessions!

Preliminary Conference Schedule

Monday, March 12, 2012

• Exhibit Installation
• Opening Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall: 5:00-7:00 PM

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

• Welcome & Keynote Address in Exhibit Hall
• Luncheon Session in Exhibit Hall
• Exhibit Hours: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

• Exhibit Hours: 10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• IGNITE Plenary Session in Exhibit Hall
• Vendor Luncheon Sessions
• Exhibit Dismantling: 4:00-6:00 PM

Thursday, March 15, 2012

• Optional Vendor Breakfast Sessions

Exhibit Information 

Cost per 10’ x 10’ booth = $1,995

Download Exhibit & Sponsorship Reservation Form & Contract

 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 31, 2012. No refunds will be processed for cancellations received after January 31, 2012.

Exhibit Hall Floorplan

Exhibit Space Reserved - SOLD OUT

Sponsorship Opportunities

In addition to promoting your company by exhibiting at GIS & CAMA 2012, 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   - Reserved by Manatron

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

• Conference Bags - As the platinum sponsor your company logo will appear alongside the GIS & CAMA Conference logo on the attendee bags (and sponsor-supplied lanyards will be distributed to each attendee).
• 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 opening conference session.

— $7,000 (RESERVED BY MANATRON)

Gold Conference Sponsor - Reserved by Esri

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

• 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 (RESERVED BY Esri)

Silver Sponsor  

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

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

— $3,000

Bronze Sponsor

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

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

— $2,000

Individual Sponsorship Packages

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)

Wednesday Evening Social Event  — $5,000 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

Previously, these sessions have taken place only during the lunch hour on Wednesday. This year, as some vendors indicated an interest in hosting two sessions, we are offering both Wednesday lunch and Thursday breakfast vendor sessions.

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:

Wednesday Lunch

1. CCI
2. Esri
3. Manatron
4. Tyler Technologies

Thursday Breakfast

1. CCI

Advertising Opportunities

Onsite Conference Program — Advertising Opportunities – Call for availability
Insertion orders and artwork due by January 16, 2012.

• 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:

Download Exhibit Space & Sponsorship Form, complete and send/fax with payment.

Freeman is the decorator for the conference and will be in communication with exhibitors for booth arrangements.

Conference Site: Hyatt Regency San Antonio

123 Losoya Street
San Antonio, Texas 78205

The conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio.

Discounted GIS/CAMA Conference Rate: $169 single/double

To make your reservations, call (888)-421-1442 or reserve your room online.

Indicate you're attending the URISA & IAAO Technologies Conference to receive the special rate. You may also make your reservations online by clicking here. Make your hotel reservations by February 17 as the discounted rate may not be available after that date.

Experience the heart of the Riverwalk at Hyatt Regency San Antonio, the only San Antonio Riverwalk hotel directly overlooking the historic Alamo and on the Riverwalk, connecting two of San Antonio's top destinations through its 16 story atrium lobby. Be in the center of the action by taking advantage of the  unequaled location in the heart of dining and entertainment venues surrounding the Hyatt Regency San Antonio.

Alamo at night

San Antonio is a tapestry of Mexican and American history. From exciting events to restaurants and attractions, San Antonio offers a unique diversity. But the city is also known for its beauty, with excellent examples of Southwestern architecture and a plush landscape rarely seen in such an arid environment, due in part to the San Antonio River that runs through the downtown area. Whether you simply want to remember the Alamo, stroll down the famous River Walk in Downtown San Antonio or sample the Tex-Mex cuisine, you’ll find this Texas vacation spot has a charm that is distinct from any other American city.

The San Antonio International Airport is just 12 miles from The Hyatt and offers direct flights to/from 30 destinations. The airport is serviced by ASA, Aeromexico Connect, Aeromar, Air Tran, American Airlines, Continental Airlines, Delta, Frontier, Skywest, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and US Airways.

Shuttle service is offered through GO Airport Shuttle.  Shuttles depart from 7 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. daily to downtown hotels every 15 minutes. Passengers may purchase tickets at the airport's baggage claim area. The fare is $18.00 one-way per person or $32.00 roundtrip. Book online at the discounted rate of $17.00 one-way per person and $32.00 for a roundtrip ticket. Make a reservation online now. For more information, visit goairportshuttle.com or call 210-281-9900. 

Taxi service is available at the lower level of the airport. A one-way transfer to the Hyatt is approx. $24 per car for a maximum of 6 passengers. 

For more information about San Antonio, visit the San Antonio Convention & Visitors Bureau website.

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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