68th Annual IASB Convention

Why YOUR Business Should Be There!

As a provider of school services and supplies, your best opportunity to focus on your market is the annual Iowa Association of School Boards State Convention and Trade Show. During this two-day event, more than 1,600 Iowa school board members, school administrators, school business officials and education leaders will gather to collect new ideas and plan for the future. Show these influential people how your company can help them benefit Iowas school children. An an exhibit at our trade show allows you to focus on decision-makers from across the state all in one place!

Showcase your business to more than 1600 education leaders from across the state of Iowa!
This is your opportunity to showcase your business at the 2013 IASB Convention and Trade Show. Exhibitors consistently receive quality leads from our show. Last years exhibitors have first priority on booth space and have until May 2 to request a space by submitting a contract. After May 16, new exhibitors will be assigned to unreserved booth space. Booth requests are based on availability. If you want to request a booth or need more information, contact Matt Vinsand at (402) 677-1768 or by e-mail at matt@ avinsandinc.com.

Focus on Your Market!

Iowa Association of School Boards

68th Annual Convention and Trade Show Nov. 20-21, 2013 Des Moines

2013 Exhibitor Invitation

Important Dates
March 22 Preferred registration begins for 2012 exhibitors May 3 Reservations open to new exhibitors for 2013 May 10 Mailing sent to prospective exhibitors Oct. 15 Deadline to cancel booth and receive refund Nov. 20 Exhibit set-up Nov. 20-21 IASB Convention Exhibits

Member-Vendor Social
Back by Popular Demand.... Our Member-Vendor Social gives you a designated time to interact with our members in a fun, informal atmosphere.Vendor booth participation in the social is optional. NEW! Each booth receives two complimentary drink tickets.

Sponsorship Opportunities
This year were offering expanded sponsorship opportunities to our convention vendors and business partners. See the sponsorship flyer or website for details on valuable ways to maximize your visibility to the decision-makers attending the event. Consider a shared sponsorship or a custom package.

Show Hours*
Set-up Wednesday, Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Member-Vendor Social Wednesday, Nov. 20, 3:30-5 p.m. Convention Trade Show Thurs., Nov. 21, 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Booth Tear-down Thursday, Nov. 21, 2-5 p.m. *times subject to change

Complimentary Internet Service

Your booth package includes free wireless internet services. Ask us about sponsoring internet access throughout Convention. Your company could be featured every time attendees access the internet.

2012 Attendance Numbers

Last year, more than 1,600 education leaders and decision-makers attended IASB Convention.

Show Location
The 2013 IASB Convention and Trade Show will be held at the Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA 50309. The event center website is iowaeventscenter.com.

Additional Information
For more information on the convention and trade show, refer to the IASB website at: www.ia-sb.org/convention.

Booth Details
Each booth is 10-feet wide by 10-feet deep with an 8-foot draped backdrop and 30-inch, draped, side-rail dividers in blue. This fall, our convention contractor will mail vendors details about ordering booth furnishings, electricity, etc.

Free Program and Web Listing

All convention exhibitors receive: A BONUS:Youll have expanded visibility with a free profile in our online, 24/7 mobile schedule Mention in our printed convention program Website listing throughout 2013.Your contact informationincluding a link to your company websitewill be available 24/7 via www.ia-sb.org.

Contacts
Matt Vinsand, IASB consultant, will be your main contact for the exhibit hall. Matt Vinsand Phone: (402) 677-1768 Fax: (888) 357-8465 E-mail: matt@avinsandinc.com

Booth Cost
Inside Booth ......................................................... $795 Corner Booth ...................................................... $845 Bus Space ...........................................................$2,970 Full payment required within 30 business days of receipt of contract. Make checks payable to IASB.