Annual. Summer Conference. Vendor & Exhibitor Prospectus. June 5-7, The Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center Presents:

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1 The Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center Presents: Annual Summer Conference Vendor & Exhibitor Prospectus June 5-7,

2 Annual Summer Conference AN INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE On behalf of the Seminole Tribe of Florida s Native Learning Center (NLC), we are pleased to invite you to exhibit at our 4th Annual Summer Conference, which will take place June 5-7, 2012 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. The Native Learning Center is a program of the Seminole Tribe of Florida and was established in partnership with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in It is the NLC s goal to provide Native Americans with knowledge and skills that improve quality of life through housing related programs by becoming the recognized educational resource for the development of cultural and quality of life skills. The NLC s 4th Annual Summer Conference is just one of our events in where we present a curriculum of unique courses that combine our 5 focus areas: Celebrating Culture & Language, Financial Wellness, Grants Education, Housing Strategies, and Tribal Government. NLC events are open to all Native Americans and anyone working within Indian Country. Our attendees have ranged from Tribal officials to non-tribal member employees working within Indian-owned organizations. Basically, anyone who can impact Native American communities is welcome to attend our free trainings. As an exhibitor, you have the opportunity to connect with Tribes across Indian Country. Over the past year, the Native Learning Center has seen steady growth in the number of our on-site event attendees, and we are expecting to attract a large number of participants who can impact Native American communities across the country. Our attendees look forward to meeting you; learning about your organization, products, and services; and making key contacts for future buying decisions. Overall, the 4th Annual Summer Conference is your invitation for learning, sharing, and networking. We look forward to your participation in Florida! Sincerely, Georgette Palmer Smith Kiowa Tribe of Oklahoma Executive Director of the Native Learning Center Kyle Doney Seminole Tribe of Florida / Gros Ventre Deputy Executive Director of the Native Learning Center

3 The Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center EXHIBITOR BENEFITS WE WELCOME... Native American owned companies, or companies working within Indian Country that offer goods, services, or information are welcome to register to become a vendor or exhibitor at our 4th Annual Summer Conference. Some of our past vendors and exhibitors include: Talking Leaves Red Clay People Council for Indigenous Arts & Crafts Bronze by Cooley Seminole Tribe of Florida Recreation Department Along the Horizon Small Business Association (SBA) Seminole Tribune Seminole Tribe of Florida Cultural Department Maggie Billie Porter s Arts & Crafts National American Indian Housing Council TKIS Authentic Native Crafts A DIRECT CONNECTION TO OUR GUEST Native Learning Center events are open to all Native Americans and anyone working within Indian Country. Our attendees have ranged from Tribal officials to non-tribal member employees working within Indian-owned organizations. Basically, anyone who can impact Native American communities is welcome to attend our free trainings. Over the past year, the Native Learning Center has seen steady growth in the number of our on-site event attendees. In the past 12 months, the NLC has served over 100 participants, 70 percent of which were Native American from all over the country. BENEFIT OF EXHIBITING WITH US Native Learning Center events are a great place to market your business and network with others throughout Indian Country. Best of all, we offer our booths FREE. As an added bonus, many of our past exhibitors have taken the opportunity to utilize our free training sessions while participating as a vendor/exhibitor. EXHIBITOR BOOTH FEATURES One 6 x 10 space with one 6 draped table and two chairs. Pre-event marketing through the Native Learning Center website and marketing campaign. Two complimentary badges (includes meals). Speaking opportunities to network with attendees. Booth is strategically located for maximum exposure. Table tent with name. Exhibitor Registration due by April 13,

4 The Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center HOTEL & FLOOR PLAN OUR HOST HOTEL: 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, FL The Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is the official host to the Native Learning Center s 4th Annual Summer Conference and is located just 8 miles from the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport and 23 miles from the Miami International Airport. Home to the Hard Rock Live and Seminole Paradise, the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino ensures that your visit to sunny South Florida will be an eventful one. Rooms are available to all vendors and exhibitors for the low rate of $101 per night. All reservations must be made before May 14, To reserve your room, call and use booking code: gnlc12. NEED HELP BOOKING YOUR TRAVEL? Book your travel with Native American Travel (NAT), a Native American owned business. To reserve your flight and ground transportation, contact NAT at , Monday through Friday 8AM - 5PM EST, or online at: com 4

5 FLOOR PLAN EXHIBIT HALL SET-UP HOURS Monday, June 4 6:00 p.m - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 5 6:30 a.m. 7:30 a.m Ballroom G Ballroom H EXHIBIT HALL HOURS OPENING DAY Tuesday, June 5 7:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m EXHIBIT HALL HOURS Tuesday, June 5 - Thursday, June 7 7:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m Vendors & Exhibitors EXHIBIT HALL BREAK DOWN HOURS Thursday, June 2, :30 p.m. 6:30 p.m QUESTIONS? Contact: Sharnell Jackson, Special Events Coordinator Ballroom C (Dining) Ballroom D Office: Cell Phone: SharnellJackson@semtribe.com Conference Registration Hotel Map Key Dining Classrooms Vendors & Exhibitors Lab Conference Registration Meeting Room 3 Meeting Room 4 (Lab) 5

6 The Seminole Tribe of Florida Native Learning Center Return completed form to the NLC via Fax: Mail: 6363 Taft Street Hollywood FL, VENDOR/EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION REGISTRATION DUE BY: APRIL 13, 2012 Please note the space is limited and selection will be made on a first-come, first-serve basis. In order for us to process your application, you must complete all sections of the form. The information below will be printed in the 4th Annual Summer Conference Program Book and on the Native Learning Center Website. CONTACT INFORMATION Company Name Primary Contact Name Tribal Affiliation Office Phone Mobile Phone Mailing Address City State Zip/Postal Code ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVES ATTENDING THE BOOTH Name Tribal Affiliation ADDITIONAL REPRESENTATIVES ATTENDING THE BOOTH Name Tribal Affiliation 6

7 Do you need Electrical Outlets*: YES NO Exhibitor - Distributing information on services, products, or other business interest. Briefly describe the planned activities at your booth: Vendor - Native Arts & Crafts Briefly describe the items you will be bringing: Company/Vendor Bio (Please include images of products): Exhibitor/Vendors Rules & Regulations 1. Vendor & Exhibitor space locations will be determined by the Native Learning Center. 2. Vendor & Exhibitor package does not include portage fee or parking fees. 3. Merchandise, signs, decorations or display fixtures shall not be pasted, taped, nailed or tacked to walls. No Exhibit, merchandise or equipment shall be left in any aisle, but shall be confined to Exhibit Space. 4. The Native Learning Center and the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino are not responsible for the theft or damage to the vendors & exhibitor s property and/or personal possessions. 5. Overnight-secured storage space is not guaranteed. Vendors & exhibitors are responsible for making arrangements for the storage and security of their materials. 6. Use or storage of flammable liquids, gases, or solids is strictly prohibited. 7. No signs or advertising devices shall be displayed outside Exhibit Space or protecting beyond limits of Exhibit Space as to interfere with any neighboring Exhibit. 8. The sale of outside food is strictly prohibited. 9. *If electrical outlets are requested, a charge may be incurred to vendor and/or exhibitor. Signature Date 7