Iowa is synonymous with hospitality.

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1 Iowa is synonymous with hospitality. Our friendly, hard working people and affordable world class venues make Iowa the right location for your next event or meeting. Whether you re hosting an event for 30 or 3,000, we have a property that suits your needs. The annual Iowa Meetings Marketplace features the diversity of Iowa s communities and meeting facilities. From tried and true small town destinations to state-of-the-art urban centers, we ve got what you need to ensure the success of your next event. And if you re an Iowan, there s no better way to show your pride for your state than to host your events and meetings close to home. Today I hope that you ll take time to visit with each of our exhibitors to find out what they can offer you. I promise that you ll come away surprised by what you learn and excited to bring your next meeting home to Iowa. Sincerely, Marketplace Schedule - August 20 7:00am 10:00am Exhibitor set up 7:30am 8:15am Registration - speaker showcase 8:15am 10:15am Speaker Showcase begins 10:15am 11:00am Meetings Marketplace exhibit time and break in exhibit hall 11:00am 12:30pm Speaker Showcase continues Shawna Lode Iowa Tourism Office Thanks to these Iowa Meetings Marketplace Planning Committee Members: Shannon Espenscheid Marshalltown Convention and Visitors Bureau 12:30pm 1:15pm Networking Luncheon for planners and exhibitors 1:15pm Planners check winner s board and pick up prizes at exhibit booths 1:15pm Meetings Marketplace exhibit time Jonalee Jackes Sioux City Convention Center Gina Swackhammer Associated General Contractors of Iowa (AGC) 14

2 Organization Exhibit Space Number Air Fulfillment Services 41 Airport Holiday Inn and Conference Center 17 Ames Convention & Visitors Bureau 12 Caesars Entertainment 35 Cedar Falls Tourism and Visitors Bureau 38 Cedar Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau 29 Clear Lake Chamber & Visit Mason City 27 Council Bluffs CVB 34 Diamond Jo Casino / Country Inn & Suites 28 Doubletree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex 18 Dubuque CVB 21 FFA Enrichment Center 14 Greater Burlington Convention and Visitors Bureau 16 Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau 36 Hilton Garden Inn - Omaha East/Council Bluffs 33 Holiday Inn Downtown 32 Honey Creek Resort 26 Hotel Julien Dubuque 20 Hotel Winneshiek 22 Iowa City Coralville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau 10 Iowa City Coralville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau 11 Iowa Events Center 37 John Q. Hammons Hotels of Iowa and Nebraska 42 John Q. Hammons Hotels of Iowa and Nebraska 43 John Q. Hammons Hotels of Iowa and Nebraska 44 Johnny s Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek 13 King s Pointe Resort 25 Markey s Rental & Staging 3 Marriott International 9 Marshalltown CVB 5 Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel 7 Newton Convention and Visitors Bureau 4 Okoboji Tourism Committee 19 Ottumwa Area CVB 31 Pella Convention and Visitors Bureau 6 Prairie Meadows 40 Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau 2 Red Oak Chamber and Industry Association 24 Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel 15 Santa Maria Winery 30 Sioux City Convention Center 23 Waterloo Convention and Visitors Bureau 39 15

3 Air Fulfillment Services Booth # th Street, Ste. 200 Urbandale, Iowa Kathy Van Gundy: Air Fulfillment Services is a leading travel management company dedicated to providing aironly service to the meetings and incentive industry. Airport Holiday Inn and Conference Center Booth # Fleur Drive Des Moines, Iowa Barb Reynolds: barbreynolds@holidaydsm.com Come hear about our expansion project. 12,000 sq. ft. exhibition hall. Seating for 1,000. 3,000 sq. ft. of new pre-function space. New restrooms. Now over 31,000 sq. ft. meeting/ exhibit space. Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # Golden Aspen Drive Ames, Iowa Tami Goodhue: juliew@amescvb.com Iowa s Smart Choice for your meeting, convention or conference. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers a unique educational setting, in a central location, with professional expertise and a wide-range of experience, to ensure the success of your event. Caesar s Entertainment Booth #35 One Arena Way Council Bluffs, Iowa Angie Kistaitis: akistaitis@caesars.com Caesars Entertainment represents the Mid-America Center, Harrah s and Horseshoe Casinos in Council Bluffs, Iowa. Harrah s has a beautiful 251 room hotel. The Mid-America Center is composed of the arena and convention center. 16

4 Cedar Falls Tourism and Visitors Bureau Booth # Hudson Road Cedar Falls, Iowa Maria Murphy: Cedar Falls is where it all comes together! Great facilities, great customer service, great accessibility and LOTS to see and do when the meeting s over! Meet with Maria Murphy, Clarion Inn and Sandy Thomas, Hilton Garden Inn to learn about Cedar Falls. Cedar Rapids Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # th Avenue S.W., Ste. 200 Cedar Rapids, Iowa Angela VandeWall: avandewall@cedar-rapids.com Cedar Rapids boasts the newest convention space in Iowa at the downtown U.S. Cellular Complex and Doubletree by Hilton. Customize the experience for your attendees at the area s new attractions. Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce & Visit Mason City Booth # Main Avenue P.O. Box 188 Clear Lake, Iowa and Libbey Patton: libbey@clearlakeiowa.com For unique and engaging experiences, meet in Clear Lake and Mason City, Iowa! One of a kind meeting venues include the Surf Ballroom, Music Man Square, and Historic Park Inn. Council Bluffs Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # W. Broadway Council Bluffs, Iowa Josee Beier: jbeier@councilbluffsiowa.com Council Bluffs Convenient and Affordable. Ask us about Rivers Edge Park, or newest city attraction, and our revitalized Victorian 100 historic block Pub Crawl. Diamond Jo Casino/Country Inn & Suites Booth # Diamond Jo Lane Northwood, Iowa Renee Benesh: renee.benesh@diamondjo.com Meet, play and stay at Diamond Jo Casino/Country Inn and Suites. Meeting rooms to hold people. All under one roof. 17

5 Doubletree by Hilton / Cedar Rapids Convention Complex Booth # st Avenue N.E. Cedar Rapids, Iowa Angie Baker: angela.baker@hilton.com The Doubletree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex has over 80,000 sq. feet of meeting space including a convention complex and arena with 267 guest rooms, 350 First Restaurant located on the 16th floor with incredible views of the city. Dubuque Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # Main St., Ste. 200 Dubuque, Iowa Julie Kronlage: jkronlage@dubuquechamber.com If your group has not experienced Dubuque, come see for yourself why it is the perfect destination for your next event! Call Julie today to schedule a complimentary visit! FFA Enrichment Center Booth # S.W. Prairie Trail Parkway Ankeny, Iowa Jessica Erickson: events@ffaenrichmentcenter.com The FFA Enrichment Center showcases six meeting rooms, two large conference rooms, one communications center and a beautiful two-story/exhibit hall area for rental opportunities. With approximately 20,000 square ft. of conference center space, groups ranging from people can comfortably be accommodated. Greater Burlington Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # N. 4th Street, Ste. 200 Burlington, Iowa Beth Nickel: bnickel@greaterburlington.com Greater Burlington, Iowa is a beautiful riverfront corridor that features many new meeting and conference spaces that can adapt to fit events of many different sizes. Take advantage of our complimentary service menu. 18

6 Greater Des Moines Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # Locust, Ste. 265 Des Moines, Iowa MaryAnn Moore: Catch Des Moines. Thrilling attractions. Delectable restaurants. An artful vibe and meeting haven. The suite spot for conventions and tradeshows. Des Moines is everything you want. Catch more at catchdesmoines.com. Hilton Garden Inn - Omaha/East Council Bluffs Booth # Mid America Drive Council Bluffs, Iowa Lisa Yilmaz: lisa.yilmaz@hilton.com We offer the latest in guest room technology in addition to over 3,200 ft. of flexible meeting space - visit our video at Holiday Inn Downtown Booth # th Ave. Des Moines, Iowa Mary Kay Morris: holidayinn.mkmorris@gmail.com The refreshed and renovated Holiday Inn Downtown boasts 9,000+sq feet of versatile function space, without obstructive posts or columns, as well as 251 guest rooms. This hotel is ideal for events of all sizes and styles. Honey Creek Resort Booth # Resort Drive Moravia, Iowa Kim Davis: kimd@honeycreekresort.com Lakeside conference resort with state-of-the-art meeting facilities, amenities and event services staff accommodating both large and intimate groups. Beautiful overnight accommodations, championship golf course and team building activities. Hotel Julien Dubuque Booth # Main Street Dubuque, Iowa Dwight Hopfauf: gmhoteljuliendubuque.com Full service boutique luxury hotel with meeting and event space, ballrooms, restaurant, lounges, and full service spa salon. 19

7 Hotel Winneshiek Booth # East Water Street Decorah, Iowa Ede Rollins: Historic hotel in the heart of downtown Decorah (northeast Iowa). Features a Conference & Events Center, large facilities/multiple break-out options. Full service catering, two on-site restaurants, free high-speed internet throughout. Iowa City/Coralville Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth #10 & # First Avenue /Hayden Fry Way Coralville, Iowa Anissa Wolfe: anissa@iowacitycoralville.org Enjoy big city amenities without big city prices. Whether you are looking to book a small meeting or large conference the Iowa City Coralville Area CVB can assist! Excellent service and first rate accommodations. Visit with Clarion Highlander, Holiday Inn/Hampton and Sheraton/hotel Vetro to see why we are the perfect location for your next event. Iowa Events Center Booth # rd Street Des Moines, Iowa Jessica Van Sloten: jvansloten@iowaeventscenter.com The Iowa Events Center offers unique opportunities for your next event, large or small! A $42 million, state-of-the-art renovation boasts Iowa s largest ballroom (28,800 square feet, divisible by two). Iowa John Q. Hammons Hotels Booth #42 #43 # East Locust Des Moines, Iowa Jeff Spence: jeff.spence@jqh.com Commonly viewed as the premiere hotel management company, John Q. Hammons Hotels currently operates 78 hotels and conference centers across the US. Hotels from Nebraska and Iowa are represented today. 20

8 Johnny s Holiday Inn and Suites at Jordan Creek Booth # Mills Civic Parkway West Des Moines, Iowa Amber Darby: adarby@hoari.com Our expertise combined with your vision will turn your event into a masterpiece. Our Private Event space creates an energetic vibe for up to 300 guests. King s Pointe Resort Booth # E. Lakeshore Drive Storm Lake, Iowa Kelli Berg: kberg@kingspointeresort.com King s Pointe Resort offers up to 2,750 square foot of meeting space. We have two executive lake view board rooms that seat up to 12. Accommodations include 100 spacious guest rooms and suites. Markey s Rental & Staging Booth # Park Avenue Des Moines, Iowa Alan Chandler: achandler@markeys.com Markey s Rental and staging is your go to Event technologies partner. We have the inventory and the technicians to transform your next event into a defining experience. Marriott International Booth # Grand Avenue Des Moines, Iowa Melinda Berte: melinda.berte@marriott.com Iowa Marriott Hotels are a sophisticated getaway with the same attention to detail, authenticity that leave guests with a memorable meeting experience. Spacious guest rooms, outstanding amenities and dedication to superior service. Marshalltown Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth #5 P.O. Box 1000 Marshalltown, Iowa Shannon Espenscheid: sespenscheid@marshalltown.org Plan your next meeting in Marshalltown, full service hotel/convention center, restored Orpheum Theater, community college, Grimes Farm and Conservation Center - the possibilities are endless. 21

9 Meskwaki Bingo Casino Hotel Booth # th Street Tama, Iowa Teri Bishop: 14,000 square feet of banquet space hotel rooms - reasonable prices - 4 eating venues - entertainment - RV Park, free parking - centrally located - all under one roof. Newton Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth #4 300 East 17th Street Suite 400 Newton, Iowa Linda Bacon: lindab@pcpartner.net Newton is the perfect Central Iowa location positioned on I-80 between Des Moines and Iowa City, is the right place for your next meeting or conference with a small-town price tag. Okoboji Tourism Committee Booth #19 P.O. Box 215 Okobiji, Iowa Stacy Rosemore: stacy@vacationokoboji.com Discover the best meeting locations in Okoboji! Over 45,000 square feet of meeting space and over 1,400 sleeping rooms Okoboji can accommodate all of your meeting needs. Enjoy all of the events and attractions when the day is done! Ottumwa Area Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # Church Street Ottumwa, Iowa Mark Eckman: meckman@exploreottumwa.com Ottumwa s Bridge View Center offers excellent meeting facilities: 30,000 square-foot exhibition hall, 655-seat theater, six meeting rooms with 7,000 square-feet, on-site catering, and free parking. 22

10 Pella Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth #6 818 Washington Street Pella, Iowa Jill Vandevoort: From Golf Course to Global Pavilion, A restored Opera House to a fully Green LEAD-certified College Conference facility, Pella offers space that match any conference planners budget along with our Distinctive Dutch feel. Prairie Meadows Booth #40 1 Prairie Meadows Drive Altoona, Iowa Deb Roberts: deb.roberts@prairiemeadows.com Prairie Meadows is Iowa s full service premier meeting and entertainment facility. With over 34,000 sq. ft. The Meadows Event and Conference Center can accommodate meetings up to 900 people. After a busy day in our Conference Center enjoy our 168 room contemporary hotel, ready for you and your guest to enjoy themselves, rest and recharge. Quad Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # River Drive, Ste. 110 Moline, Illinois Dan Gleason: dgleason@visitquadcities.com Come to the Quad Cities and find out why Meeting Planners choose to come to the Quad Cities over our competition. Our staff is at your service! Oh, did I mention CASH BACK INCENTIVES? Red Oak Chamber and Industry Association Booth # East Reed Street Red Oak, Iowa Jodie Smith: chamspec@redoakiowa.com Red Oak offers meeting facility space ranging from 400 to 4,000 square feet including a 26 seat auditorium with a full stage. Audio visual equipment, wi-fi, and restaurant services available. 23

11 Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel Booth # Locust Street Des Moines, Iowa Terri L. Nearmyer: Discover hidden gems throughout our historic hotel! Attentive staff, rich history with unique guestrooms and event space that will delight your guests. Call to schedule a personal tour. Santa Maria Vineyard and Winery Booth # W. 6th Street Carroll Iowa or Rose Guinan: roseguinan@hotmail.com The Santa Maria Winery was originally built in 1913 to show off Henry Fords Model T s. It is a 27,000 sq. ft. building with old world ambiance. We have top of the line A/V equipment, two dance floors, two double sided fireplaces, and large italian courtyard. Voted Best Romantic Experience in West Central Iowa and One of the top ten new places to eat in the Midwest! Sioux City Convention Center Booth # th Street Sioux City, Iowa Jonalee Jackes: jjackes@sioux-city.org Beautiful, unique, and innovative is what sets Sioux City apart. Our facility can accommodate all of your requirements comfortably, conveniently, and affordably. We want to be your onestop shop. Waterloo Convention and Visitors Bureau Booth # Jefferson Street Waterloo, Iowa Erin Schmitz: erin@travelwaterloo.com Bring your next convention to Waterloo. Come and experience all of our unique and hidden treasures. Plus our CVB offers a grant program. 24