th ANNIVERSARY YEAR-ROUND SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES HEIGHTENED BRAND VISIBILITY AT ITS FINEST

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1 th ANNIVERSARY YEAR-ROUND SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES HEIGHTENED BRAND VISIBILITY AT ITS FINEST

2 CONFERENCE DETAILS Education. Motivation. Celebration. In 2015, the California Transit Association will mark the 50 th anniversary of its founding. In recognition of this impressive milestone, we are offering a variety of yearround marketing opportunities and invite you to be an integral part of it. The sponsor and exhibitor opportunities we offer are varied and boundless affording prominent visibility and generating top-of-mind brand awareness as we honor the greatest milestones and achievements within the California transit industry. Your support will demonstrate your commitment to raising awareness of critical issues help further our progress as we move into the future and honor an organization that continues to strategically and effectively shape the future of transportation in the Golden State. You ll want to be a part of this. California Transit Association 2015 Spring Legislative Conference The Spring Legislative Conference blends professional development and networking activities with dynamic educational and informational sessions. Additionally, the event provides an ideal opportunity to meet face-toface with key transit industry leaders, network with clients, and make an impact by bringing public transit to the forefront with state policy makers. May 20, 2015 Sacramento Convention Center 1400 J St Sacramento, CA sacramentoconventioncenter.com California Transit Association 50 th Annual Fall Conference and Expo The Fall Conference and Expo is the West Coast s premier transit event that features compelling presentations from industry experts. Learn about today s critical challenges and the innovative solutions that are being implemented by transit leaders. This is the preeminent gathering that brings together California s diverse public transit professionals for education, communication, and collaboration. November 18-20, 2015 Pasadena Convention Center 300 East Green Street Pasadena, CA pasadenacenter.com Accommodations: The Westin Pasadena Sheraton Pasadena Hotel 191 N. Los Robles Ave. 303 Cordova Street Pasadena, CA Pasadena, CA 91101

3 California Transit Association 50 th Anniversary Year-Round Sponsorship Opportunities Connect with people who want to hear what you have to say. Our year-round sponsorships provide an exclusive opportunity for you to maintain a consistent, high-profile presence with our members and other transit supporters. From visibility on our website to inclusion in electronic communications, social media, and event marketing, your company is showcased all year long. Year-round sponsorships also include the equivalent sponsor level status and accompanying benefits at our Fall Conference & Expo, as well as special recognition at the Spring Legislative Conference. YEAR-ROUND SPONSORSHIP PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE COPPER Cost $15,000 $12,000 $10,000 $8,000 $5,000 Logo Featured on Website n n n n n & Printed Materials Recognition in E-Marketing n n n n n Materials Ad in Event Programs Full page color 1/2 page color 1/4 page color 1/4 page B&W Logo on Conference Event Signs n n n n n Verbal Acknowledgment at Conferences n n n n Social Media Recognition n n n n n Spring Conference Sponsorship Title PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE COPPER Spring Conference Registrations Three Two Two Fall Conference Sponsorship Title PLATINUM* GOLD SILVER BRONZE COPPER Fall Conference Exhibit 10x20 10x10 10x10 10x10 Fall Conference Registrations Six Four Three Two *Includes Brief Welcome Remarks at Fall Conference Become a Year-Round Sponsor Today! If you would like to reserve a year-round sponsorship or if you have questions: contact Kim Rothschild, Business Development Director, at kim@caltransit.org or call (916) x1492.

4 Remind people who you are, what you stand for, and how you make a difference Annual Spring Legislative Conference May 20, 2015 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES LUNCH & KEYNOTE PRESENTATION $5,000 Opportunity to provide welcoming remarks at luncheon Signage with company logo at event Three complimentary registrations Company logo and sponsorship level in marketing materials Company logo on the conference Web page Opportunity to distribute sponsor-approved promotional items to all attendees TRANSIT BASH/LEGISLATIVE RECEPTION $4,000 Opportunity to provide welcoming remarks at reception Signage with company logo at event Two complimentary registrations Company logo and sponsorship level in marketing materials Company logo on the conference Web page Opportunity to distribute sponsor-approved promotional items to all event attendees BREAKFAST BUFFET $3,000 Signage with company logo at event Two complimentary registrations Company name and sponsorship level in marketing materials Company name on the conference Web page Opportunity to distribute sponsor-approved promotional items to all event attendees CONFERENCE LANYARD $1,500 Company name on sign at conference registration desk complimentary registration Company name and sponsorship level in marketing materials Company name on the conference Web page Company logo/name on the conference badge and lanyard Become a Conference Sponsor Today! If you would like to reserve a conference sponsorship or if you have questions: contact Kim Rothschild, at kim@caltransit.org or call (916) x1492.

5 Promote your company to key decision-makers in the transit industry. 50 th Annual Fall Conference & Expo November 18-20, 2015 EXHIBIT SPACE 10 x 10 booth space rental at the Pasadena Convention Center, participation in our prize pool, 6-foot draped table, ID sign, two chairs, one wastebasket, and electronic attendee list with mailing and addresses. Member $1,200 Non-member $1,800* VEHICLE SPACE Vehicle display space at the Pasadena Convention Center, participation in our prize pool, and electronic attendee list with mailing and addresses. Please note: When registering, we will need to know the vehicle type and length. Exact arrival time for bus move-in will be assigned. Member $2,000 Non-member $2,500* *Non-members can join the California Transit Association with your exhibitor registration and save $500 or more. Become a member online at caltransit.org/membership. BOOTH AND VEHICLE REPRESENTATIVES -full conference registration with access to all meals and all sessions for the entire length of the conference is included with the price of space rental. All company representatives must be registered for admittance to the tradeshow floor, bus display, and any conference events. Badges may not be shared between representatives. If more representatives will be attending the event, an additional fee of $275 per person will be charged. EXPO PRIZE POOL Exhibitors are encouraged to bring door prizes. A portion of your exhibit fee will also be applied towards your participation in our prize pool. EXHIBIT SCHEDULE (Subject to change) Tuesday, November 17 9:00 am 4:00 pm Trade Show Company Set-Up Wednesday, November 18 8:00 am 5:00 pm Registration Open 8:00 am 12:00 pm Exhibitor Set-Up 1:00 pm 2:30 pm Welcome & Opening General Session 2:30 pm 2:45 pm Refreshment Break 2:45 pm 3:45 pm Concurrent Sessions I 3:45 pm 5:15 pm Host Agency Technical Tours 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Welcome Reception & Expo Thursday, November 19 7:30 am 5:00 pm Registration Open 7:30 am 8:30 am General Breakfast & Expo 7:30 am 9:00 am Small Operators Award Breakfast 9:15 am 10:30 am General Session 10:30 am 10:45 am Refreshment Break 10:45 am 12:00 pm Concurrent Sessions II 12:00 pm 1:30 pm Expo & Lunch 1:45 pm 3:00 pm Concurrent Sessions III 3:00 pm 4:30 pm Expo, Snacks & Raffle Drawings 4:30 pm 6:00 pm Exhibitor Teardown Friday, November 20 8:00 am 12:00 pm Registration Open 8:00 am 8:45 am General Breakfast 9:00 am 10:15 am Concurrent Sessions IV 10:15 am 10:30 am Refreshment Break 10:30 am 12:00 pm Closing General Session 12:00 pm Conference Adjourns To join California Transit Association, please visit caltransit.org/membership Reserve Your Space! To reserve your exhibit booth or if you have questions: contact Teresa Evans at teresa@caltransit.org or call (916) x1004.

6 At the California Transit Association s 50 th Annual Fall Conference & Expo you will: Enjoy Perfect-Sized Venues for Increased Exposure: You won t get lost in the crowd. Spend up to three days meeting with your customers and introduce yourself to new ones. Directly Market to Our Database: We offer print and online mailings, recognition opportunities, and event promotions all delivered directly to key transit decision makers. Meet Qualified Attendees: This conference is the must-attend event for California transit professionals including CEOs, general managers, board members, maintenance managers, finance and operations managers, marketing managers, legislative affairs managers, transit business members, and transit activists. Support the California Transit Association: Our sponsors and exhibitors enable the Association to offer this premier networking and learning event. Our members appreciate and notice your support! REGISTRATION Online registration will open in June 2015 at caltransit.org. Become a sponsor: Please contact Kim Rothschild, Business Development Director, at (916) x1492, or kim@caltransit.org. Become an exhibitor: Please register online at caltransit.org. Exhibitors must agree to the Exhibitors Rules and Regulations, which are available for viewing during the registration process. Following registration, you will receive an confirmation of your exhibitor commitment. Additional conference and expo information, including table assignment, will be provided by Teresa Evans, Association Services Assistant, at a later date. Cancellation Policy Sponsors and exhibitors who wish to cancel their conference registration must contact the California Transit Association in writing via to teresa@caltransit. org. In the event of a cancellation, the following refund policy applies: Cancellation by October 12, 2015: full refund Cancellation between October 13 and October 26, 2015: 50 percent refund Cancellation after October 26, 2015: no refund 50 th Annual Fall Conference & Expo SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES PRINCIPAL - EXCLUSIVE SIGNATURE EVENT - EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP COST Platinum Sponsor* $10,000 SPEAKING OPPORTUNITY Brief Remarks at Opening Session REGISTRATION BROCHURE, CONFERENCE GUIDE, AND WEBSITE ONSITE CONFERENCE SIGNS AT HOTEL, EXPO, AND REGISTRATION EXPO CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP FULL CONFERENCE EXHIBIT SPACE BAG ITEM ACKNOWLEDGEMENT REGISTRATIONS Logo Logo 10' x 20' n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Six Gold Sponsor* $8,000 Logo Logo 10' x 10' n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Four Silver Sponsor* $6,000 Logo Logo n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Three Bronze Sponsor* $4,000 Name Name n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Two Keynote Presentation (2) $10,000 Brief Welcome Remarks at Event Logo on Logo Keynote Session 10' x 10' n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Signage Conference Bag** $7,500 Logo 10' x 10' n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Two Hospitality Suite $6,000 Logo Logo on Suite Signage Hotel Suite n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Two All hospitality refreshments are the responsibility of the sponsor and should be ordered through the hotel. Plenary Session $5,000 Educational Track $5,000 Brief Welcome Remarks Brief Welcome & Introduces Session Six, Plus Reserved Seating at the Keynote Logo Logo on Plenary Session Signage n During Opening and Closing General Sessions Two Logo Logo on Track Signage Literature in Session Rooms Wi-Fi Area $5,000 Logo Logo on Area Signage Table in Registration Area n Hotel Key Card $5,000 Logo Logo n Two Conference Journal** $4,500 Logo Name Badge ** $4,000 Logo Lanyard** $4,000 Logo Breakout Session $3,500 Expo Reception $8,000 Expo Lunch $7,000 Brief Welcome & Introduces Speakers Brief Welcome Remarks Brief Welcome Remarks Name Logo on Session Signage Literature in Session Room During Events During Event Logo Logo on Event Signage n During Opening Session Two Logo Logo on Event Signage 10' x 10' Booth Plus Table Display n During Event Two Expo Lounge $5,000 Brief Welcome Remarks Logo Logo on Event Signage 10' x 20' Lounge n During Event The Lounge will include soft seating and tables. Refreshments are the responsibility of the sponsor and should be ordered through the convention center. Small Operator Breakfast $4,000 Brief Welcome Remarks Breakfast (2) $3,500 Name Logo on Event Signage Expo Grand Prize $3,500 Representative Presents Prizes Name Logo on Event Signage Networking Break (3) $2,500 Name Logo on Event Signage *Available separately or included as part of year-round sponsorships **Logo on sponsorship item Name Logo on Event Signage n During Event Two, Plus Reserved Seat for Two at Event General Program and Hotel Questions For general questions please: contact Amy J. Lai, CMP, at amy@caltransit.org or call (916) x1017.

7 1415 L Street, Suite 1000 Sacramento, CA Presort First Class U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 604 Sacramento, CA FUTURE CONFERENCE DATES 2015 Spring Legislative Conference May 20, th Annual Fall Conference & Expo November 18-20, 2015 Connecting us for fifty years. caltransit.org EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Donna DeMartino, chair San Joaquin Regional Transit District Michael Wiley, vice chair Sacramento Regional Transit District Charles Anderson Western Contra Costa Transit Authority David Armijo Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District Mona Babauta Solano County Transit (SolTrans) Doran Barnes Foothill Transit Kate Breen San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Nuria Fernandez Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority Kerry Hamill San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District Paul Jablonski San Diego Metropolitan Transit System Kevin Kane Victor Valley Transit Authority Jeanne Krieg Eastern Contra Costa Transit Authority David Kutrosky Capitol Corridor Joint Powers Authority Arthur Leahy Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority Teri Mantony Golden Gate Bridge, Highway & Transportation District Jim Mastin Mendocino Transit Authority Beth McCormick Orange County Transportation Authority Kate Miller Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency Seamus Murphy San Mateo County Transit District Pam O Connor Santa Monica s Big Blue Bus Joe Policarpio Gillig LLC Dana Pynn Long Beach Transit Carl Sedoryk Monterey-Salinas Transit Kam Shadan Gannett Fleming, Inc. Victoria Stackwick San Diego Association Of Governments