NURSING ORGANIZATIONS ALLIANCE, INC FALL SUMMIT

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1 NURSING ORGANIZATIONS ALLIANCE, INC FALL SUMMIT

2 CATCH DES MOINES NURSING ORGANIZATIONS ALLIANCE, INC FALL SUMMIT HOT BUTTONS Des Moines is home numerous nursing colleges including - Grand View University, Mercy College of Health Sciences, Des Moines University, Drake University and Des Moines Area Community College Central location = high attendance numbers Unique and customized off-site opportunities A CVB ready to assist in the planning process CATCH THE EASE Central location - at the intersection of the first and third most traveled interstates (I-80 and I-35) Des Moines International Airport - over 7,000 seats daily Low cost per diem 4 miles of climate controlled skywalks downtown ACCOMODATIONS Des Moines Marriott Downtown $ per room per night Comprehensive audiovisual sponsorship AWESOME ACCOLADES #1 City for Professionals (Forbes) Healthiest and Safest Metro in the Nation (Gallup-Healthways Well Being Index) #5 Best Midwest Food Town (Midwest Living)

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. CATCH THE COMMITMENT Letter from the GDMCVB President & CEO Commitments and Sponsorships 2. CATCH THE SUITE SPOT Accommodations 3. CATCH EVENT SUCCESS GDMCVB Services Your Team 4. CATCH THE EASE OF THE CITY Maps Daily Flights Parking & Skywalks 5. CATCH THE VIBE Must Experience Off-site Venues Private Dining Options Key Facts Accolades catchdesmoines.com

4 CATCH DES MOINES October 14, 2015 Dear Mr. Engle, Catch a city with vibe. Surprising attractions. Arts and culture. Shopping. Entertainment. Catch Greater Des Moines as the host city for the Nursing Organizations Alliance, Inc. in Des Moines is the suite spot for your attendees. Where the right-sized venue meets a perfectly comfortable hotel. Where a four-mile skywalk system links meeting facilities and hotels with a cityful of things to do by night. Discover why it s easy to fall in love with Des Moines. With its central location, Des Moines is easy to get to and easy to get around. It s safe and affordable. Catch Des Moines and experience it for yourself. Catch hands-on science exhibits and African wildlife at the zoo. Casino games then symphony songs. Shopping both big box stores and boutiques. Locally-owned restaurants with locally-grown foods. A getaway from the everyday. That s why for your next event, catch the suite spot otherwise known as Greater Des Moines. Sincerely, Greg Edwards President & CEO Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau catchdesmoines.com

5 CATCH THE COMMITMENT The CVB and Marriott are committed to the following sponsorships: Amenity/welcome gift sent to each attendee s room on designated evenings Transportation from/to the airport for Coordinating Team members, staff members and speakers (approx people), and transportation to the airport for newly-elected Coordinating Team members (approx. 2-3 people) Hosted upgraded continental breakfasts with at least one hot item and coffee breaks to include nonalcoholic beverages and snacks for all attendees on Friday and Saturday Hosted reception for all attendees in the exhibit hall on Thursday and in the hotel on Friday (exhibit hall or separate space) to include, at minimum, beer, wine and hot & cold hors d oeuvres Hosted afternoon break on Saturday for the Coordinating Team Hosted lunch on Friday and Saturday for all the attendees and transportation included if necessary for Friday s lunch. Hosted off-site dinner with transportation included on Wednesday or Thursday for Coordinating Team Members, Coordinating Team nominees and staff members (approx people) Hosted off-site dinner event with transportation and entertainment included on Friday for all attendees Hosted Coordinating Team meeting in February or March of 2016 (approximately 7 people for a 1 day meeting), including sleeping rooms, meals and airport transportation Host site visit of the city for the Director of Conferences and Events including airfare, hotel and meals (usually during same time as hosted Coordinating Team meeting) Host audio visual provider to sponsor the AV needs with up to $6,000 to be paid by The Alliance; in exchange they will be provided a booth in the exhibit hall and attendance for two people to all social and networking events. Can be, but does not have to be, hotel in-house provider. Visitors to Greater Des Moines:

6 DES MOINES MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN 700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA (515) (800) Fax: (515) desmoinesmarriott.com Total Rooms: 417 Singles: 204 Doubles: 207 Suites: 6 Airport Shuttle: Yes Free Wireless Internet: No Free Parking: No Free Breakfast: No Restaurant on-site ROOM NAME SQ. FT DIMENSION CEILING RECEPTION BANQUET THEATER CLASSROOM U-SHAPE Iowa Ballroom 9, x , , Salons ABC, FGH, D or E (each) 2, x Salons A, B, C, F, G, H (each) x Halls of Cities Ballroom 4, x Cedar Rapids or Council Bluffs (each) 1, x Davenport or Dubuque (each) 1, x Sioux City or Waterloo (each) x Des Moines Exhibit Hall 9, x , , Des Moines Exhibit Hall + Hall of Cities Ballroom (combined) 14, ,200 1,230 1,

7 October 15, 2015 Mr. Will Engle Director of Conferences & Events AMR Management Services 201 East Main Street, Suite 1405 Lexington, KY Dear Mr. Engle, Thank you for your interest in the Des Moines Marriott Downtown hotel. We are excited about the opportunity to host the Nursing Organizations Alliance Fall Summit, tentatively scheduled for November 14 17, Our staff looks forward to introducing you to a brand of hospitality, upon which we have built our reputation for excellence. Will, you stated that overall value and good service were extremely important to the success of your program. After reviewing all of your program requirements we are confident that we can exceed all of your expectations. I believe you will find the Des Moines Marriott Downtown hotel to be the perfect fit for your group as we meet the following objectives: Overall Value You and your guests will enjoy the overall value of the Des Moines Marriott to help you stay on budget while creating a successful, memorable experience for your attendees. The hotel has friendly, attentive and experienced Associates to take care of your needs. We have many things to do in the area so your attendees can experience the ambiance of Des Moines. We have easy access to the Hotel for flights and driving to Des Moines to also help keep costs down.

8 Good Service You mentioned that service is a key element in the success of your program. You can be confident that your attendees will feel recognized and appreciated. Upon hosting your program at the Des Moines Marriott, you will be teamed up with a dedicated Event Manager who will ensure everything is run just the way you want it. You and your guests will feel confident in knowing that the staff at the Des Moines Marriott Downtown is committed to providing a flawless event for you. This commitment extends from our Guest Service Associates who first greet your guests, to our General Manager. Will, I want to thank you for your consideration of our hotel and I hope we have the opportunity to work with you on this program. Currently, we are not holding the space but I would be happy to place it on hold once we move forward with a contract. Click HERE to experience the Des Moines Marriott Downtown. Warm Regards, Jenny Fiolka Senior Sales Manager (847) Jenny.fiolka@marriott.com

9 Group Dates & Availability Day Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Date 11/14/18 11/15/18 11/16/18 11/17/18 Rooms Room rates will be proposed at: Single/Double occupancy: $ per room per night Room rate is guaranteed for 2018 *Hotel room rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes (currently 12%) in effect at the time of check out. Special Concessions In consideration of the room night commitment and the functions identified on the function information agenda/event agenda, hotel will provide the following special concessions: 1 Complimentary room per 50 occupied and paid on a cumulative basis Room rate includes basic guest room internet If requested, complimentary parking for Alliance staff members 3 staff rooms at a discounted room rate of $79.00, rate includes basic guest room internet 6 VIP upgrades to suites for Coordinating Team at the group rate with Concierge Lounge access, please note the Concierge Lounge closes after breakfast on Friday and does not re open until Monday morning No scheduled renovations over the dates of the Nursing Organizations Alliance Fall Summit, Hotel will promptly notify The Alliance of any scheduled renovations as soon as the dates arise

10 Function Agenda Date Day Start Time End Time Function Type Set Up Style # of Attendee s Proposed Function Space 11/14/18 Wed 8:00 AM 11:59 PM Office Conference Sioux City 11/14/18 Wed 8:00 AM 11:59 PM Storage Storage Waterloo 11/15/18 Thu 7:00 AM 11:59 PM Registration Registration 200 3rd Floor Foyer 11/15/18 Thu 7:00 AM 11:59 PM General Session Crescent Rounds 120 Salons A E 11/15/18 Thu 7:00 AM 11:59 PM Exhibits Exhibits 50 8x10 Des Moines 11/15/18 Thu 7:00 PM 9:00 PM Reception /15/18 Thu 8:00 AM 11:59 PM Office Conference Sioux City 11/15/18 Thu 8:00 AM 11:59 PM Storage Storage Waterloo 11/16/18 Fri 7:00 AM 11:59 PM Registration Registration 3rd Floor Foyer 11/16/18 Fri 8:00 AM 11:59 PM General Session Crescent Rounds 120 Salons A E 11/16/18 Fri 12:00 PM 1:30 PM Lunch /16/18 Fri 8:00 AM 11:59 PM Office Conference Sioux City 11/16/18 Fri 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Breakout Crescent Rounds 54 Salons F H 11/16/18 Fri 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Breakout Crescent Rounds 54 Cedar Rapids/ Council Bluffs 11/16/18 Fri 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Breakout Crescent Rounds 54 Davenport/ Dubuque 11/16/18 Fri 7:00 AM 11:59 PM Exhibits Exhibits 50 8x10 Des Moines 11/16/18 Fri 7:30 AM 8:00 AM Breakfast /16/18 Fri 10:00 AM 11:00 AM Coffee Break /16/18 Fri 2:45 PM 3:30 PM Coffee Break /16/18 Fri 5:30 PM 6:30 PM Reception /17/18 Sat 7:00 AM 11:59 PM Registration Registration 3rd Floor Foyer 11/17/18 Sat 7:00 AM 11:59 PM Exhibits Exhibits 50 8x10 Des Moines 11/17/18 Sat 7:30 AM 8:30 AM Breakfast 11/17/18 Sat 9:30 AM 10:00 AM Coffee Break 11/17/18 Sat 8:00 AM 11:59 PM Office Conference Sioux City 11/17/18 Sat 8:30 AM 9:30 AM Breakout Crescent Rounds 54 Salons F H 11/17/18 Sat 8:30 AM 9:30 AM Breakout Crescent Rounds 54 Cedar Rapids/ Council Bluffs 11/17/18 Sat 8:30 AM 9:30 AM Breakout Crescent Rounds 54 Davenport/ Dubuque 11/17/18 Sat 10:00 AM 12:00 PM General Session Crescent Rounds 120 Salons A E 11/17/18 Sat 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Box Lunch /17/18 Sat 11:30 AM 2:30 PM Meeting Conference 12 Windows

11 Audiovisual Sponsorship Complimentary electrical hook ups at the Registration Desk and in the office Complimentary easels, podiums and risers Complimentary storage and handling of shipped Alliance meeting materials, we ask that packages do not arrive more than 3 days prior to the start of the event Hotel will sponsor the audiovisual needs with The Alliance paying up to $6,000 of the total charges; in exchange the Hotel will be provided a booth in the Exhibit Hall and attendance for two guests to all social and networking events Location, Location, Location With its easily accessible location in America's heartland, the Des Moines Marriott Downtown offers you more than a convenient address. Ideally located in the heart of the business district, The Marriott is close to shopping, dining and entertainment in addition to being connected to the Iowa Events Center and Wells Fargo Arena by skywalk, making it one of the most convenient downtown Des Moines hotels. Parking The hotel offers valet parking to all registered guests and guests attending on site events. The current parking cost is $22.26 inclusive per day with unlimited in and out privileges. For those guests not spending the night an hourly rate is available. Current parking charges are: 0 4 hours $ hours $ hours and up $21.00 Des Moines City Parking Garages are available at different rates depending on location. These garages have easy access to the hotel via the skywalk system. The Des Moines City garages are complimentary from 6:00 AM Saturday through 6:00 AM Monday. Renovations In the past several years, the Des Moines Marriott Downtown has invested over $13 million into renovations and improvements. The following enhancements were made during these renovations: Marriott s new bedding package Luxurious guest bathrooms Rock River Grill & Tavern, a new restaurant Renovated Iowa Ballroom & foyer space Concierge Lounge Expanded and renovated fitness area and indoor pool All new public areas, including lobby, business center, sundry shop restrooms and foyer areas Redesigned guest rooms featuring new carpet, furniture, lighting, art work, wall coverings, window treatments, flat screen TV s and armoires Renovated guest room corridors with new carpet, wall covering, lighting and art work Dramatic changes made to our lobby in 2012 which feature the new M.I Great room Concept!

12 Stylish Accommodations Fully modernized guest rooms feature stylish new furnishings, vibrant colors and cutting edge technology. Here, stunning guest rooms are designed to meet the needs of business travelers. Experience the Des Moines Marriott Bedding Package featuring cotton rich luxury hotel linens. The Room That Works guest rooms are equipped with large desks, data ports and high speed Internet access. Event Space When the occasion calls for an elegant social affair or an impressive business event, the Des Moines Marriott offers function space that can be modified to meet the most demanding needs, with catering and event services on and off site to ensure success. Highlighted by 25,000 square feet of space, this Des Moines, IA hotel is ideal for conferences, weddings, retreats and events of all sizes. 8 meeting rooms 25,000 sq ft of total meeting space Largest meeting room is Des Moines Exhibit Hall with maximum meeting space of 9,800 sq ft and maximum seating capacity of 2,200 Maximum of 15 breakout meeting room(s) Exhibition space on site Dedicated Planning Team To provide a seamless approach to the planning and execution of this function, our Event Planning team will coordinate the efforts of our convention floor staff, the event technology and culinary specialists to ensure the flawless and smooth execution of your program. The concept is simple you will have effective communication to every department through one hotel contact. Event Technology Our in house audio visual service provides a complete array of quality, state of art equipment and services, including high speed Internet access. Our qualified staff is technically certified by Marriott, and will be pleased to provide a competitive bid for your detailed audio visual requirements. Because they are part of our service team, all technicians can be easily reached via our 1011 immediate guest response communications system. Creative Catering I know you and your guests will be delighted with our phenomenal menu selections. We have an outstanding culinary team that is ready to create a special menu for any occasion. Our Executive Chef and his staff have over 40 years of experience in planning and preparing everything from elegant banquets to themed parties. We can provide just the right touch for your event and will deliver more than you will expect. Our Chef can easily customize any menu to accommodate your needs.

13 Dining Options Onsite: Indulge all of your senses at our Rock River Grill & Tavern, a distinctive dining experience featuring an innovative menu of American Grill cuisine open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Offsite: 801 Chophouse (Steakhouse) 0.1 Mile Away Splash Seafood & Grill (Seafood) 0.1 Mile Away South Union Bread Café (American) 0.1 Mile Away Court Avenue (America) 0.3 Mile Away Legends (American) 0.5 Mile Away Dos Rios (Mexican) 0.5 Mile Away Centro (Italian) 0.5 Mile Away Marriott Industry Accolades Marriott International has been recognized for the following achievements: #1 in Customer Satisfaction Wall Street Journal 40 Best Companies for Diversity Black Enterprise Magazine Top 50 Companies for Diversity DiversityInc. Magazine 100 Best Companies to Work For Fortune Magazine (Tenth Consecutive Year) Top 40 Companies for Hispanics Hispanic Business Magazine 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work for in the US Latina Style Magazine (Tenth Consecutive Year) 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers Working Mother Magazine s Hall of Fame 25 Great Places to Work for African American Women Essence Magazine Marriott Red Coats Are At Your Service At the Des Moines Marriott Downtown we believe that accessibility and response time are paramount to the success of any meeting. To ensure that your requests or changes are promptly met, our Convention Services Staff is outfitted in red coats to make them easily identifiable when you need to secure their attention quickly. But even more importantly, Marriott Red Coats will anticipate potential needs and provide proactive solutions to keep your event on course. As an added feature, each meeting room is equipped with a house phone, to accommodate any request. Marriott Rewards Marriott Rewards offers exclusive privileges to its participants. As a member, you can earn points toward free hotel stays, airline miles and much more every time you stay at any one of Marriott's hotels worldwide. With Marriott, you get to choose. Earn "points" toward free stays, merchandise and services, or earn frequent flyer miles on your favorite airline. Frequent travelers also enjoy "elite level" benefits upgrades, special bonuses, gifts and other exclusive privileges.

14 Spirit to Serve Marriott associates proactively offer our customers valuable assistance, information and support before, during and after their stay in a uniquely warm, caring and intuitive manner. Each of our associates lives the vision of caring for the customer their number one priority, everyday. This approach ensures satisfied attendees and a flawless production start to finish. The underlying message is simple; our associates will take very good care of you. Our Commitment to the Environment We believe the future of business is green...because we're all guests on this planet." J.W. Marriott, Jr., Executive Chairman & Chairman of the Board Marriott s five point environmental strategy was developed in collaboration with Conservation International, a global conservation organization. In addition to rainforest preservation, Marriott's strategy calls for reduction of water, waste and energy consumption; greening its supply chain; building greener hotels; and engaging employees and guests to take action. Please click HERE for more information. Our Commitment to the Energy Conservation Marriott has been recognized for the fourth consecutive year as a recipient of the 2008 Energy Star Partner of the Year award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), earning the distinction of being named a partner of Sustained Excellence for the second consecutive year. The 2008 Sustained Excellence Awards are given to a select group of organizations that have exhibited outstanding leadership year after year. Since 2004, Marriott has received the Partner of the Year Award for Excellence in Energy Management and has been awarded more Energy Star labels than any other hotel company. Recreation Offering a well equipped fitness center, sauna and pool, this Des Moines, Iowa hotel makes it easy to stay active while on the road. Your guests will also enjoy our indoor pool. For those interested in nearby offsite activities, choose from a biking trail, horseback riding, miniature golf, and snow skiing. Attractions Visit the Des Moines Botanical Center for a fascinating collection of plants, complete with dining, shopping and research library, or bring the entire family to the Blank Park Zoo for wild times and fascinating exhibits. To experience over 100 exhilarating rides and attractions, be sure to take a trip to Adventureland USA, popular amusement and water park!

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17 CATCH EVENT SUCCESS We re committed to be your solution solver. Catch our menu of support! ATTENDANCE BUILDING TOOLS CITY PROMOTION Catch Des Moines Logo Catch Des Moines Visitors Guide catchdesmoines.com Photo Gallery Catch Des Moines Video Greater Des Moines Copy For Promotion Lapel Pins* MEDIA SERVICES Sample Press Release (with talking point guidelines)* DIGITAL MARKETING Customized E-blast* Customized Microsite* Main Promo Ad on catchdesmoines.com* Social Media Promotion* List Building* EVENT COLLATERAL Banners (28 wide x 65 tall)* EVENT PLANNING Planner s Guide Planner s Check List Supplier Directory/Vendor Directory Facility Search Tool Space Calculator Submit RFP Service Request Convention Calendar Find a Venue Find a Hotel catchdesmoines.com EVENT ENHANCEMENT OUT & ABOUT OPTIONS Off-Site/Unique Venues Community Service/Volunteer Options Teambuilding Opportunities Itinerary Development EVENT ASSISTANCE Green Meetings Catch Crew (registration assistants, on-site staff)* Shuttle Assistance WELCOME MATERIALS Banners (28 wide x 65 tall)* Welcome Signs Welcome Letter * Charge may apply VISITOR MATERIALS Catch Des Moines Visitors Guide Coupons Maps Customized Map* Restaurant Guides catchdesmoines.com catchdesmoines.com

18 YOUR TEAM GDMCVB Contact AMBER ANGARAN Sales Manager Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau 400 Locust Street, Suite 265 Des Moines, IA (515) (800) Hotel Contact DES MOINES MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN Jenny Fiolka Senior Convention Sales Manager (847) The Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Des Moines Area Sports Commission market the region as a visitor destination increasing economic growth. 400 Locust Street, Suite 265 Des Moines, IA (515) (800) catchdesmoines.com The GDMCVB is a member of Destination Marketing Association International (DMAI). In earning accreditation from the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program, the GDMCVB has attained a significant measure of excellence.

19 CATCH THE EASE OF THE CITY Des Moines is easy. Accessible. Connected. Catch a flight to the Des Moines International Airport. Commute around downtown using the free trolley. Four miles of downtown skywalks. 25 minutes from east to west or north to south. Des Moines is a big city. A big city that doesn t act too big. TRANSPORTATION DRIVING- At the intersection of the first and third most traveled interstates in the United States: I-80 (coast-to-coast) and I-35 (border-to-border). FLYING- Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and U.S. Airways all service the Des Moines International Airport. HOTEL SHUTTLE- All downtown hotels and several other metro hotels provide complimentary shuttle to and from the Des Moines International Airport. SKYWALK- Walk indoors to downtown venues 24/7. Downtown is connected by over 4 miles of climate controlled skywalks. D-LINE TROLLEY Catch a free ride! Experience the nostalgic downtown trolley. Ride past downtown attractions including the $40 million John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park. The Iowa State Capitol. East Village shops. And Western Gateway restaurants. Catch a ride every 10 minutes. catchdesmoines.com

20 DRIVING MILEAGE UNITED STATES CITY MILES HOURS Atlanta, GA Birmingham, AL Boston, MA 1, Cedar Rapids, IA Chicago, IL Cincinnati, OH Cleveland, OH Dallas, TX Davenport, IA Denver, CO Detroit, MI Dubuque, IA Fargo, ND Fort Worth, TX Houston, TX CITY MILES HOURS Indianapolis, IN Iowa City, IA Jackson, MS Kansas City, MO Kearney, NE Los Angeles, CA 1, Madison, WI Mason City, IA Memphis, TN Miami, FL 1, Milwaukee, WI Minneapolis/ St. Paul, MN Nashville, TN CITY MILES HOURS New Orleans, LA 1, New York City, NY 1, Oklahoma City, OK Omaha, NE Philadelphia, PA 1, Phoenix, AZ 1, Rapid City, SD San Francisco, CA 1, Sioux Falls, SD St. Louis, MO Toronto, Canada Vancouver, Canada 1, Waterloo, IA 112 2

21 DAILY FLIGHTS TO DES MOINES DAILY FLIGHTS Allegiant Air American Airlines Delta Airlines Frontier Airlines Southwest Airlines United US Airways AVERAGE TOTAL DAILY FLIGHTS 100 DAILY SEATS The Des Moines International Airport has more than 7,700 seats available each day! 19 NON-STOP FLIGHTS FROM DES MOINES Atlanta Charlotte Chicago (Midway & O Hare) Dallas Denver Detroit Houston Las Vegas Los Angeles (Seasonal) Minneapolis New York City (Newark & LaGuardia) Orlando Phoenix/Mesa Salt Lake City Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg Washington, D.C.

22 CATCH THE VIBE Des Moines is everything you want to find in a city. It is a Friday night at a Broadway musical. A Saturday morning at the Farmers Market. And the juiciest burger you ve ever devoured. Des Moines is a city that makes it easy to catch more. EXPLORE. LAUGH. SAVOR. Great attractions from the Science Center, Zoo and Living History Farms for families to the Art Center, Civic Center and Sculpture Park for the art buffs Shop the day away at Jordan Creek Town Center. The Historic East Village. Valley West Mall. Boutiques and shops. Vintage clothing. Local cupcakeries. Fro-yo shops. More than 1,060 restaurants unique culinary options, locally-owned gems and private dining options galore. World-famous annual events Principal Charity Classic, Des Moines Arts Festival, World Food Festival, the Iowa State Fair the list goes on and on. YUMMY ACCOLADES James Beard Foundation 2015 Best Chef semi-finalist: Sean Wilson - Proof James Beard Foundation 2015 Rising Star of the Year: Nic Gonwa - Eatery A The Crab Rangoon Pizza at Fong s Pizza is the must-try pie in Iowa by Food Network Magazine catchdesmoines.com

23 OFF-SITE VENUE OPTIONS WORLD FOOD PRIZE worldfoodprize.org One of Iowa s most spectacular venues, the Hall of Laureates offers a magnificent setting. Whether you want to host an intimate dinner, a board meeting or a world-class conference, this historic building in the heart of Des Moines has a rich history with every modern amenity necessary for your event. GREATER DES MOINES BOTANICAL GARDEN botanicalcenter.com More than a place for plants, the Botanical Garden is a place for people. The center s 15,000 exotic plants, special events and interactive display greenhouse make it an ideal venue. STICKS sticks.com Sticks has received national acclaim for their distinctive line of furniture, accessories and object art. All pieces are hand-painted on birch, poplar and driftwood. Host your next event where each piece is handcrafted within Sticks award winning studio. JASPER WINERY jasperwinery.com Located just minutes from downtown Des Moines, Jasper Winery is an estate style winery facility in the heart of the metro area. They specialize in premium quality wines using grapes sourced from vineyards throughout central liowa. Open seven days a week for tasting and offer tours of the winery and onsite vineyards WEST END SALVAGE westendsalvage.com West End Architectural Salvage is more than just a store that s popular on the DIY Network, it s a one-of-a-kind events center. Roam 4 floors of salvaged items from all over the world. ROLLINS MANSION rollinsmansion.com This elaborate home was built in 1925 by local Ralph Rollins. The historic mansion boasts 16th century ship beams & ceiling beams from the Inn where William Shakespeare performed. A truly unique venue to wow your attendees. DES MOINES SOCIAL CLUB desmoinessocialclub.org The Des Moines Social Club is an innovative arts and entertainment venue located in a renovated, historic art deco firehouse in downtown Des Moines. Multiple options for groups of any size. EMBASSY CLUB embassyclub.com Take in the spectacular panoramic views of the city and State Capitol from atop the Ruan Building. Whether it s a special evening spent downtown or a private event, the Club delivers the style, cuisine, and ambiance of 100 years of fine dining and impeccable service.

24 GREATER DES MOINES PRIVATE DINING CENTRAL Name & Address Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity Baru University Avenue, Des Moines (515) Café di Scala th Street, Des Moines (515) Chef s Kitchen 1903 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines (515) Eatery A 2932 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) Flying Mango 4345 Hickman Road, Des Moines (515) Le Jardin Restaurant & Catering 2815 Beaver Avenue Suite 101, Des Moines (515) Louie s Wine Dive 4040 University Avenue, Suite A, Des Moines (515) Noah s Ark Restaurant, Lounge & Bakery 2400 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) /80 Patton s Restaurant & Catering 1552 E Grand Avenue, Suite D, Des Moines (515) Star Bar 2811 Ingersoll Avenue, Des Moines (515) DOWNTOWN Name & Address Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity 801 Chophouse 801 Grand Avenue, Suite 200, Des Moines (515) /14/35/48 Alba Restaurant Historic East Village, 524 E 6th Street, Des Moines (515) /85 Americana Restaurant & Lounge 1312 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) /65 Big City Burgers & Greens 400 Locust Street, Suite 195, Des Moines (515) BOS Renaissance Des Moines Savery Hotel, 401 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) Buzzard Billy s Flying Carp Café 615 3rd Street, Des Moines (515) Café Baratta s 600 E Locust Street, 3rd Floor, Des Moines (515) /450 Centro 1007 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) Cub Club 1 Line Drive, Des Moines (515) Court Avenue Restaurant & Brewing Company Court District, 309 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) /45 Des Lux Bar Des Lux Hotel, 800 Locust Street, Des Moines (515) /55 Django th Street, Des Moines (515) up to 60 Dos Rios Cantina & Tequila Lounge Court District, 316 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) /70 Exile Brewing Company 1514 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) /75 Gramercy Tap Court District, 406 Walnut Street, Des Moines (515) /80 Gusto Pizza Co Ingersoll Avenue, #106, Des Moines (515) HoQ Historic East Village, 303 E 5th Street, Des Moines (515) Hyatt Place Des Moines Downtown 418 6th Avenue, Des Moines (515) Java Joe s Coffeehouse Court District, 214 4th Street, Des Moines (515) Johnny s Hall of Fame Court District, 302 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) Legends American Grill 216 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) /65 RoCA 208 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) Spaghetti Works Court District, 310 Court Avenue, Des Moines (515) Splash Seafood Bar & Grill 303 Locust Street, Suite 100, Des Moines (515) /20/30/60 catchdesmoines.com Name & Address EAST/NORTHEAST Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity AJ s Steakhouse Prairie Meadows, 1 Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona (515) Johnny s Italian Steakhouse 550 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) /30/55/150 Over the Top 955 NE 56th Street, Pleasant Hill (515) Tursi s Latin King Restaurant 2200 Hubbell Avenue, Des Moines (515) /70 Uncle Buck s Fish Bowl & Grill Bass Pro Shops, 1000 Bass Pro Drive Northwest, Altoona (515) /40/50 OVER

25 Name & Address NORTH Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity Jethro s BBQ n LakeHouse 1425 SW Vintage Parkway, Ankeny (515) /50 On the Waterfront Seafood Restaurant 2414 SE Tones Drive, Ankeny (515) Tournament Club of Iowa 1000 Tradition Drive, Polk City (515) /200 NORTHWEST Bennigan s 4800 Merle Hay Road, Urbandale (515) /75 Flix Brewhouse 3800 Merle Hay Road, Suite 1300, Des Moines (515) Irina s Restaurant & Bar 2301 Rocklyn Drive, Urbandale (515) /125 Jethro s BBQ n Pork Chop Grill th Street, Johnston (515) /80 Machine Shed, The Hickman Road, Urbandale (515) Up to 170 Taki Japanese Steakhouse th Street, Suite 2601, Des Moines (515) Trophy s Sports Bar 2701 Douglas Avenue, Des Moines (515) /125 Trostel s Greenbriar Restaurant 5810 Merle Hay Road, Johnston (515) /80 Urban Grill, The th Street, Urbandale (515) /40 Name & Address PERRY Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity David s Milwaukee Restaurant Hotel Pattee, 1112 Willis Avenue, Perry (515) /16 Name & Address SOUTH Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity Baratta s 2320 S Union Street, Des Moines (515) /30/40/45 Johnny s Italian Steakhouse DoubleTree Inn by Hilton, 6800 Fleur Drive, Des Moines (515) /70 Name & Address WEST Phone Number Number of Private Rooms Private Room Capacity Biaggi s Ristorante Italiano 5990 University Avenue, West Des Moines (515) /72 Blue Tomato Kitchen 860 1st Street, West Des Moines (515) Cosi Cucina 1975 NW 86th Street, Clive (515) Fleming s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar 150 S Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) /35/60 Fire Creek Grill 800 S 50th Street Suite 110, West Des Moines (515) Jethro s BBQ n Jambalaya 9350 University Avenue, West Des Moines (515) Johnny s Italian Steakhouse Holiday Inn & Suites at Jordan Creek, 6075 Mills Civic Parkway, West Des Moines (515) /70/70/280 Louie s Wine Dive 1378 E Hickman Road, Waukee (515) Panera Bread Westown Parkway 4150 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines (515) Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery 4508 University Avenue, West Des Moines (515) Table 128 Bistro + Bar University Avenue, Clive (515) Trostel s Dish University Avenue, Suite 400, Clive (515) /30 Two Rivers Grille 1250 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines (515) Wine Jordan Creek, The Jordan Creek Town Center, 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, Suite 6000, West Des Moines (515) catchdesmoines.com Revised on 10/2/2015

26 MUST EXPERIENCE Fall Annual Night Eyes at Blank Park Zoo: This merry, not scary, event transforms the zoo into a world of storybook characters for costumeclad kids. Tour the State Capitol: It s absolutely free to see the gorgeous gold dome from the inside of our cool Capitol, built between Des Moines Playhouse: High-energy local talent brings high quality shows. Pumpkin patches, corn mazes and apple orchards throughout Greater Des Moines: Fall is a colorful, tasteful time in Iowa and the season s farmers markets and annual locations won t disappoint. Drake Basketball games: Get your blue on and cheer the Bulldogs of Drake University in the Knapp Center. Check out the downtown nightlife at Court District bars and clubs: If you re looking for variety an tons of energy, this historic district of bars and restaurants offers great variety and tons of energy. Botanical Blues at the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden: See spectacular seasonal displays of plants and flowers while listening to great music. Go for a walk at Iowa Arboretum: Billing itself as a Library of Living Plants, you ll stroll through hundreds of species of trees, shrubs and flowers in a tranquil 40-acre scenic fall setting. Indoor golfing inside the 40,000 square foot dome of Longview Golf Centre: Clubs are available, lessons are taught by PGA and LPGA Lace up your bowling shoes for a round at Bass Pro Shop s bowling professionals, and, or a fun family activity during the cold winter alley: A first for Bass Pro Shops, the months, check out Longview s new 18-hole indoor miniature golf Altoona store features a 12-lane course. nautical-themed bowling alley. Try your luck at Prairie Meadows: Loose slots, table games and a Movies and popcorn at one of the smoke-free poker room make this a favorite place to play. area movie theaters: Indie flick or bigscreen blockbuster? Glass of wine at Bike through the colors of the fall on over 600 miles of trails: Iowans Fleur Cinema or a giant soda? Settle in like to bike, thus the large network of wonderful trails throughout for an affordable movie in one of the Central Iowa. metro s 10+ cinemas. Check out the new, colorful sculpture at the John and Mary Pappajohn Sculpture Park: Any season is the perfect season to explore the sculpture park, and the playful dancing figures by worldclass artist Keith Haring will lift your spirits. Civic Center of Greater Des Moines: Broadway comes to town...get your tickets for the Willis Broadway Series. Pumpkin Express and Santa Express on the Boone and Scenic Valley Railroad: Catch the fall foliage on a train trip to the Pumpkin Patch or to the North Pole on the Santa Express. Grape stomping at local wineries: You heard it through the grapevine...most of Iowa s 50+ wineries feature a Grape Stomp through the fall. Make your own s mores with Beaverdale Confections: 11 - count them - 11 flavors of fluffy gourmet marshmallows to work with. Oh, yes, and 45 varieties of candies. Des Moines Art Center: A world-class collection of 19th and 20th century artists, contemporary art, sculptures, five-star restaurant and more housed in architecturallyrenowned structures. And it s free. IMAX movies at Science Center of Iowa and Blank IMAX Dome Theater: Get swept away with a nature film or a feature film shown in IMAX. State Historical Museum of Iowa: Located at the foot of our capitol, is home to many permanent exhibits chronicling Iowa history. Historic group dinners at Living History Farms: Go back in time with a hearty group dinner by lantern-light and play parlor games in the 1875 Tangen House or the 1900 Farm House. Take a ride down the slides at the indoor water park at Ramada Tropics Resort and Conference Center: Enjoy a reprieve from the winter chill with a day spent poolside at this indoor tropical retreat.

27 GREATER DES MOINES KEY FACTS Iowa s capital city Population: More than 600,000 Visitors to Greater Des Moines: 3 million Hotel rooms: More than 11,000 Unique venues: 60+ Time zone: Central Standard Time Climate: Greater Des Moines has four distinct seasons Avg. summer temperatures: 86 degrees Avg. winter temperatures: 32 degrees Daily newspaper: Des Moines Register Weekly business newspaper: Des Moines Business Record Third-largest international insurance center after London, England and Hartford, Connecticut CONVENTION CENTERS Iowa Events Center, Iowa State Fairgrounds, Prairie Meadows AIRPORT Des Moines International Airport Major employers include Meredith Corporation, National Pork Producers, Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo Financial, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, Pioneer Hi-Bred, Nationwide, John Deere Companies, Hy-Vee Corporate, Kum & Go, Ruan Transportation and EMC Insurance Group

28 GREATER DES MOINES ACCOLADES #1 Metro with the Most Community Pride (Gallup, 2015) #1 Metro for Economic Strength (Policom Corporation, 2014) #1 Wealthiest City in America (The Today Show, 2014) #1 Up-And-Coming Downtown (Fortune, July 2014) #1 Best Up-and-Coming City for Foodies (Women s Health Magazine, 2014) #1 Best City for Young Professionals (Forbes, 2014) #2 Best Place for Business (Forbes, 2014) #2 Top 10 U.S. Cities to Land Work (NBC News, 2015) Top 10 Best States to Eat Local (Locavore, 2014) Top 6 Family Friendly U.S. Cities (Realty Times, 2014) #2 Best Farmers Markets in America (The Daily Meal, 2014) Top Emerging Startup Cities of 2015 (Investopedia, 2015) #2 America s Top 5 Under-the-Radar Tech Hubs (SpareFoot, 2014) #4 Furriendliest City (PetsMart, 2015) Des Moines Top Place Where Residents Feel Safe (Gallup, 2015) Top Place to Watch in 2014 (Sports Event Magazine, 2014) Greater Des Moines hosted 3 million visitors who created an economic impact of over $1.9 billion!