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1 Make Your Connections 2014 ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition September 7-10, 2014 Atlanta, Georgia Exhibitor & Sponsor Prospectus Meet Face-to-Face with Airport Decision-Makers at The Premier Annual Airport Conference & Exhibition Visit us at

2 Want to sell more products and services? Make Your Connections...and do it in the most cost-effective way possible* * The airport industry s premier annual event, the ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition puts you in front of a uniquely qualified audience. You get the opportunity to reach a market so vast it represents more than 98% of the passenger and cargo traffic traveling throughout North America today. You ll meet more than 1,700 top airport industry professionals airport directors, CEOs, CFOs, presidents, vice presidents, senior managers, commissioners, consultants, advisors, planners, and other decision-makers all in one place at one time. It is far more cost-effective to close a sale when a potential customer is identified via an exhibition versus other nonexhibition means (The Cost-Effectiveness of Exhibition Participation, Center for Exhibition Industry Research, 2009). The cost of making the first face-to-face contact at an exhibition is less than 1/10 of the cost of doing so through other nonexhibition means (The Cost-Effectiveness of Exhibition Participation, Center for Exhibition Industry Research, 2009). Exhibitors receive additional benefits, including: A listing in the interactive exhibition floorplan on the ACI-NA website; each listing includes your company description and link to your website Two free full conference registrations for each 10 x 10 booth; each registration allows entry into all educational and official social events (additional registrations are available for purchase) A 200-word company description in the conference issue of Centerlines, ACI-NA s magazine A 50-word company description in the Onsite Guide Three complimentary product category listings in the online directory and the Onsite Guide A complimentary list of pre-registered attendees for use in preshow promotion A complimentary list of all attendees for use in follow-up after the event You ll love our exclusive exhibit hours. At the ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition, the hours devoted to the exhibition never conflict with outside conference activities. You get ample time to spend with attendees plus their undivided attention. Receptions, meals, and select educational events are in the exhibition hall, so you re guaranteed multiple networking opportunities each and every day. Apply now and save. Early birds receive a discount on exhibit space. To apply, complete and return the enclosed Application & Contract for Exhibit Space. Questions? Contact Brad Lewis, Show Manager, at or blewis@showmgmt.com.

3 Meet decision-makers face-to-face Airport and Airport Authority Directors, Presidents, CEOs, CFOs, VPs, and Managers VPs of Environmental Affairs, Concessions, Development, Facilities & Maintenance, and more Safety Advisors Security Managers Ground Operations Managers Aviation Planners IT Professionals Consultants There is no better place to see our current and prospective customers all in one place than at the ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition. Everyone moves through the exhibit hall, engaged, attentive, and interactive. It s the best place to get some real visibility in the industry we have several conversations with decision-makers from a multitude of airports. It s the one show on our calendar that s a must do every year. Adriano DiPlacido, Vice President Operations, Americas ServiceTec International, Inc. ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition September 7-10, 2014 / Atlanta, Georgia Exhibit Hours Sunday, September 7 Monday, September 8 5:00 pm-7:00 pm 7:30 am-10:00 am 12:00 pm-3:00 pm 5:30 pm-7:00 pm Exhibit Fees By April 30, 2014 $4,425 USD per 10 x 10 booth for ACI/ACI-NA Members $6,415 USD per 10 x 10 booth for Non-Members After April 30, 2014 $4,775 USD per 10 x 10 booth for ACI/ACI-NA Members $6,925 USD per 10 x 10 booth for Non-Members Tuesday, September 9 10:30 am-3:00 pm A discount of $665 per booth is available for ACI/ACI-NA Members who purchase four or more 10 x 10 booths

4 Our attendees want to... Connect With You You can get on buyers short lists by showcasing your products and services at the ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition. Attendees view this show as a vital resource for finding the newest products, services, and technologies they need. They are searching for: Airside Services Air Traffic Control Aircraft Arresting Systems Airfield Lighting Airside Services Fixed Base Operator Ground Handling Hangars Noise Control Pavement Markings Snow and Ice Control Building/ Facility Maintenance Elevator/Escalator HVAC Janitorial Services Landscaping Lighting People Movers Roofing Construction & Facility Development Airport Facility Developers Architects & Engineers Construction Construction Management Design Land Acquisition and Relocation Pavement Restoration & Rehabilitation Program Management Vibration Control Consulting and Management Acoustics Air Cargo Consultants Air Service Development Consultants Airline Schedules Data Airlines Airport Insurance Airports Associations Consultants Economic Impact Consultants Education Environmental Engineers & Consultants Facilities Management Financial Consultants Insurance Land Acquisition Consultants Legal Services Management Consultants Marketing Services Master Planning Passenger Handling Passenger Services Passenger Transportation Consulting Public Relations Research Services State or Local Government Entities Testing and Evaluation Training Equipment 400 Hz Ground Power Air Conditioning Systems Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Airside/Apron Buses Automated People Movers Baggage Handling Equipment Cleaning Equipment & Supplies Energy Conservation Systems Equipment Identification Floor Covering FOD Detection Equipment Fuel Storage Tanks Furniture Ground Transportation Medical Equipment Services Parking Systems & Equipment Passenger Boarding Bridges Passenger Luggage Carts Police/Fire Equipment Restroom Products and Supplies Signs & Displays Terminal Equipment Ticket Counters and Accessories Voice Announcement IT and Communications Airport Automation Tools Collaborative Decision-Making Software Communications Fiber Optic Infrastructure Flight Information Display Systems Flight Tracking and Noise Monitoring Geographic Information Systems Ground Communications Information Systems Software Systems Integration Telecommunications Wireless Application Providers Passenger Terminal Advertising Services Duty Free Entertainment Financial and Travel Related Services Food and Beverage Ground Transportation Health & Wellness Lockers Medical Services News/Gifts Parking Publications Rental Cars Specialty Retail Telephone and Internet Services Security Access Controls Checkpoint Explosives Detection Systems Fencing Security/Safety...and all other products and services used in airport operations. These decision-makers need your solutions and expertise.

5 These decision-makers need your solutions and expertise. Decision-makers representing over 225 airports and airport authorities in North America (including 45 of the 50 busiest) gathered at the 2013 ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition. How much would it cost you to meet face-to-face with that many qualified, engaged airport executives in a non-exhibition setting? Save time and money and increase your sales meet with more airports in three days of exhibiting and networking than you could in months of sales calls and meetings. ACI-NA members represent 98% of airports in North America. Exhibition Location The 2014 ACI-NA Annual Conference & Exhibition is being held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA, located 12 miles from our host, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL). Supporting ACI-NA and their Annual Conference is extremely important to us. Not only does it put us in front of a large number of decision-makers in the industry, but it actually makes us feel like we re a part of the airport community. Each year in the exhibit hall, we re able to connect with past, present, and future clients, all of whom are engaged and eager to discuss their needs. We talk with a lot of airports throughout the year, but to actually get to see them all in one place at ACI-NA is huge for us. Exhibiting at ACI-NA s Annual Conference really pays off. Brad McAllister, Director of Marketing Air-Transport IT Services, Inc. (AirIT) 16% 8% 7% 69% 69% executive level (Directors, Presidents, CEOs, VPs, etc.) 16% managerial level (IT Manager, Safety Manager, Airport Operations, etc.) 8% consultants (often representing multiple airports) 7% other (Engineers, Local Government Employees, etc.) 67% of attending airports spend over $1 million annually on products and services 48% of attending airports spend over $10 million annually on products and services

6 Gain Valuable Exposure Make An Impression Separate your company from the rest with a sponsorship Sponsorship Provides a way for you to connect your brand with industry professionals, increase your visibility with decision-makers and a chance to increase your business opportunities. GENERAL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: EXECUTIVE LEVEL SPONSOR ($30,000) PREMIER LEVEL SPONSOR ($20,000) CLUB LEVEL SPONSOR ($10,000) VIP Seating, for Two at the Board and Commissioners Dinner Three (3) Complimentary Registrations to the Conference Exclusive Sponsorship of One of the Following: Pocket Guide Cover, Hotel Key Cards or Registration Bag, Note Pads/Pens or Onsite Guide Cover Logo on Full-Page Ad in Onsite Guide Logo on Beverage Napkins at the Opening Reception on the Show Floor Logo on Signage at Reception Bars Press Release of Sponsorship with Company Description Ad in Onsite Directory, One (1) Full-Page Ad Logo on Signage at Meals on Show Floor Logo on ACI-NA Annual Conference Website Logo on Ad in Centerlines Magazine to Recognize and Thank Sponsors (If purchased by July 1, 2014) One (1) Full-Page Ad in Centerlines Magazine (If purchased by July 1, 2014) Logo on Signage at Registration and Other High-traffic Areas Logo Inclusion on Sponsor Video at General Sessions One (1) Logo Item Placed in Pack Your Bag Area Special Sponsor Designation on Sponsor Company s Badges Verbal Thank You at General Session Registration List for Pre-event and Post-event (Excel format) Two (2) Complimentary Registrations to the Conference Ad in Onsite Directory, One (1) Half-Page Logo on ACI-NA Annual Conference Website Logo on Ad in Centerlines Magazine to Recognize and Thank Sponsors (If purchased by July 1, 2014) One (1) Half-Page Ad in Centerlines Magazine (If purchased by July 1, 2014) Giveaway on Your Behalf at the ACI-NA Booth ($500 value) Logo on Signage at Registration and Other High-traffic Areas Logo Inclusion on Sponsor Video at General Sessions One (1) Logo Item Placed in Pack Your Bag Area Special Sponsor Designation on Sponsor Company s Badges Verbal Thank You at General Session Registration List for Pre-event and Post-event (Excel format) One (1) Complimentary Registration to the Conference Logo on ACI-NA Annual Conference Website Logo on Ad in Centerlines Magazine to Recognize and Thank Sponsors (If purchased by July 1, 2014) Logo on Signage at Registration and Other High-Traffic Areas Logo Inclusion on Sponsor Video at General Sessions One (1) Logo Item Placed in Pack Your Bag Area Special Sponsor Designation on Sponsor Company s Badges Verbal Thank You at General Session Registration List for Pre-event and Post-event (Excel format) Questions? Contact ACI-NA at or sponsorship@aci-na.org.

7 Stay Connected Renew and make new connections at this premier industry event! A La Carte Sponsorship Offerings: LANYARD and BADGE SPONSOR ($20,000, your logo will be included on lanyards and badges worn by all attendees) Exhibit Floor Relaxation Station ($15,000) Registration Area Recharge Your Battery Station ($15,000) Exhibit Floor Cyber Center ($15,000, 1 station includes 6 ipads with sponsor logo on screens) Naming Rights to Solutions Showcase Theatre ($7,500, banner over area with company logo; two opportunities available.) ACI-NA Board & Commissioners Leadership Dinner ($7,500, limited to 6 co-sponsors; each co-sponsor receives 2 VIP seats to this exclusive, invitation-only dinner) Escalator runner ($7,500, your logo down the center of an escalator at the event in a high traffic area; two opportunities available.) Spouse/Guest Lounge ($5,000, Saturday- Monday) Chairman s Honors Breakfast ($5,000, limited to 4 co-sponsors; each co-sponsor receives 2 seats at VIP Tables) World Business Partners & Associates Business Breakfast ($5,000, limited to 6 co-sponsors; each co-sponsor receives 2 seats at VIP tables) Exhibit Floor You Are Here Meter Boards ($5,000 each, 4 boards available) Monday, PM Networking Beverage Break Sponsor ($5,000) Tuesday, PM Networking Beverage Break Sponsor ($5,000) Speakers Lounge ($5,000, Saturday-Tuesday) Logo-Branded Giveaway Item ($3,500 per item placed in Pack Your Bag Area ); publications excluded Recycle Bins your logo on a recycle bin in a high traffic area at the convention center, ($2,500 each) Water Cooler Sponsor your logo on a water cooler in the exhibit hall or a high traffic area, ($2,500 each) Conference Supporter ($2,000) All A La Carte sponsorship opportunities include: logo on conference website, signage at registration and high traffic areas, logo on sponsor video at general sessions, and select conference s. In-kind sponsorships are available for 2014 exhibitors in good standing, please contact aci-na for more information. Digital signage opportunities are available, please contact: sponsorship@aci-na.org Sponsorships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Make A Lasting Impression Don t miss these opportunities to set your company or organization apart and increase your exposure and position in this dynamic industry. For more information contact: sponsorship@aci-na.org

8 About ACI-NA The Airports Council International North America (ACI-NA) represents local, regional, and state governing bodies that own and operate commercial airports in the United States and Canada. ACI-NA s members enplane more than 98 percent of the domestic and virtually all the international airline passenger and cargo traffic in North America. The mission of ACI-NA is to advocate policies and provide services that strengthen the ability of commercial airports to serve their passengers, customers, and communities. ACI-NA is the largest of the five worldwide regions of Airports Council International (ACI). Visit us at This year marked another successful ACI-NA Conference for Woolpert; we were able to spend quality time with current and future clients and business partners. It was a great opportunity to reconnect and build strong relationships that will continue to grow and flourish for many years to come. Looking forward to 2014 in Atlanta! Dana Holbrook, Marketing Facilitator Woolpert, Inc. Previous Exhibitors ADB Airfield Solutions AECOM Airbiz Airport Plazas Holdings, LLC airportone.com Air-Transport IT Services (AirIT) AlertEnterprise, Inc. Altadona Ameribridge LLC American Airlines Credit Union Amor Group AnyLogic North America Arconas Corporation Argus Consulting, Inc. ARINC Arup AST Corporation ATAC Corporation AtHoc, Inc. Atlantic Aviation Aviation Research Corporation AvTurf LLC Bella Bagno, Inc. Black Box Network Services Bombardier Transportation Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Bradford Airport Logistics Brüel & Kjær Burns & McDonnell Chinook Solutions Inc. CiCi s Pizza Clear CNN Airport Network COBUS Industries, LP Com-Net Concessionaire Analyzer+ Corgan Associates, Inc. Daifuku Webb Delaware North DFW Airport Fire Training Research Center DFW/Dedo APS Solution Dialog DSA Detection LLC Dynetics Electronic Data, Inc. (EDI) Ennis-Flint Enterprise Holdings Environmental Systems Research Institute Inc. (ESRI) EPSON Everbridge Exelis Fay, Spofford & Thorndike Federal Aviation Administration Fentress Architects Flex-O-Lite, Inc. Flight Safety Foundation FlightView, Inc. Four Winds Interactive Futurepast: Inc. G & S Airport Conveyor Gensler Gentrack - Airport 20/20 Google, Inc. Grenzebach Maschinenbau GmbH Harman International, sponsored by Com-Net Software Hensel Phelps Hi-Lite Global LTD HMSHost Corporation Hojeij Branded Foods Inc. Honeywell International, Inc. Hudson Group Hughes Associates, Inc. IED (Innovative Electronic Designs) Infax Inc. International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) International Display Systems Intersystems ISS Facility Services Inc. JBT Aerotech, Jetway Systems Kaba Kusch+Co Landrum & Brown LanguageLine Solutions LAZ Parking Lea+Elliott, Inc. Leo A Daly LG Electronics Minute Suites MMM Group Limited Morpho Detection, Inc. National Air Traffic Controllers Association NAVCANatm and Searidge Technologies, Inc. NCR Corporation NEC Display Solutions Northrop Grumman OAG OpticWash Parabit Systems Parking Locator PASSUR Aerospace Peerless-AV Planning Technology, Inc. ProDIGIQ, Inc. Quantum Secure Record-USA Ricondo & Associates, Inc. Ross & Baruzzini RS & H - Reynolds, Smith and Hills Saab Sabre Airline Solutions Safegate Airport Systems SAIC (Science Applications International Corporation) Shenzhen CIMC-TianDa Airport Support Ltd Signature Flight Support Corporation SITA SkyTECH Solutions, LLC Smarte Carte, Inc. Smiths Detection SNC-Lavalin Sound View Electronics SSi Steak n Shake SuperShuttle International/VTOD T.Y. Lin International Telos ID Terminal Systems International Tetra Tech, Inc. Thales ATM U.S. The Louis Berger Group, Inc. ThyssenKrupp Airport Systems, Inc. Time Sense Transoft Solutions Inc. Transportation Research Board ACRP Transportation Security Administration TranSystems Corp Travelex Currency Services Trecan Combustion Twist Inc. Ultra Electronics Airport Systems Unisys Corporation URS Verint Visiontron Corporation Wanzl Metallwarenfabrik GmbH Weatherbug Wifarer Inc. William Nicholas Bodouva & Associates Woolpert, Inc. World Duty Free Group World Health Networks Xsight Systems Ltd Xtreme Green Products, Inc. Yardi Systems Zodiac Arresting Systems Zoeftig Zoom Systems To reserve space or receive more information, contact Brad Lewis, Show Manager, at or blewis@showmgmt.com. ACI-NA 2013