Gold Partner - $2,200

• KSNA Annual Conference – Chapter Presidents’ Reception Sponsor – this event has become very popular with attendees. This fun event is preceded by a reception for our Industry Partners.
• Recognition on KSNA stationery as Gold Level Partner.
• KSNA Website link .
• One (1) free exhibit booth at 2011 state conference; reduced rate for additional booths ($660).
• Choice of booth space location.
• Booth and general session recognition at KSNA annual conference.
• One free, full meeting registration per partner, including admission to all education sessions, general sessions and other activities; KSNA member registration fee applies to additional conference registrations.
• One (1) quarter page ad in conference program.
• Two (2) quarter page ads in the “Challenger” magazine; discounted ad upgrade fees.
• Opportunity to be a representative on the KSNA Industry Advisory Council (pending election).
• Including Corporate Membership Benefits in KSNA**.

Silver Partner - $1,650

• Invitation to attend a special Industry Partner reception prior to the Chapter President’s Reception.
• One (1) free exhibit booth at 2011 state conference; reduced rate for additional booths ($660).
• Choice of booth space location.
• Booth and general session recognition at KSNA annual conference.
• One free, full meeting registration per sponsor, including admission to all education sessions, general sessions and other activities; KSNA member registration fee applies to additional conference registrations.
• One (1) quarter page ad in conference program.
• Two (2) quarter page ads in the “Challenger” magazine; discounted ad upgrade fees.
• Opportunity to be a representative on the KSNA Industry Advisory Council (pending election).
• Including Corporate Membership Benefits in KSNA**.

**Corporate Membership - $350

• On the mailing list to receive information about member activities.
• Special recognition with signage at meetings and in publications.
• Subscription to Challenger magazine.
• Meeting registration for your staff at discounted member rates.
• Electronic Directory of School Food Service Directors.
• Exhibit Booth  $825

 

A la Carte For Non-Partner Participation

• Exhibit Booth                         $825

 

KSNA 2010 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
June 20-22, 2011
Northern Kentucky Convention Center
Covington, Kentucky

 “KSNA-The Top Chefs of School Nutrition”

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

 

Please read carefully!  This is a lot of information and I assure you it will answer most of your questions!

The Exhibit Hall will be located in Hall 1 at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center (NKCC).

1. Exhibits will tentatively be open from 10:00 am – 2:30 pm on Tuesday, June 21st.  Directors only from 10:00-12:00 and opening up to all other participants from 12:00-2:30.
2. Set-up will be 12:00 - 4:00 pm on Monday, June 20st and 7:30am – 9:45 am on Tuesday, June 21st.
3. The loading dock for Exhibit Hall 1 is located off River Center Drive between Madison and Johnson Street.  Due to limited space vendors should unload and then move their vehicles promptly so that all can get unloaded.
4. Break-down may be completed after the exhibits are closed on Tuesday, June 21st.
5. Admittance to exhibit area will be by name badge only - for exhibitors and other conference participants.
6. Exhibitor registration will be held on Monday afternoon at the NKCC, inside the exhibit hall, from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm, and again on Tuesday morning at NKCC from 8:00 am to 9:00 am.
7. Booth assignments will be made on a priority basis. Gold and Silver Level Partners will receive first priority if contract and payment are received by April 30, 2010. All vendors may indicate a booth number preference on the exhibit contract.  Refer to the 2011  KSNA Exhibit Layout when selecting preference.   FINAL BOOTH ASSIGNMENT WILL BE MADE WHEN PAYMENT IN FULL IS RECEIVED.  PAYMENT IN FULL IS DUE WITH THE CONTRACT.
8. Vendors who elect to become Industry Partners will pay $660.00 per additional booth.  Regular booths (non-partners/corporate members) shall be at a cost of $825.00 per booth.
9. The Industry Partner fee varies by level of sponsorship.  Refer to 2011-2012 Industry Partner Opportunities for additional information.
10. Any exhibitor wishing to provide a door prize is encouraged to do so. 
11. George Fern Company is contracted to provide the booth set-up.  You will receive information directly from them pertaining to requests you may have concerning your booth.  If you have questions pertaining to booth needs, please contact them at 502-367-0254.
12. Refer to the 2nd email attachment regarding the 2011 KSNA EXHIBIT LAYOUT & Booth #’s.
13. Booth fees include the following:

10’ x 10’ draped booth
2 - 8’ tables, one skirted, one not
1 folding chair
1 garbage can with 4 liners
1- 7’ x   44” Identification Sign

14.  Ice and refrigerated or frozen storage will not be provided by KSNA for show samples. 
15. The NKCC has exclusive rights to provide all electrical, water and drain service for the exhibit area.   Forms for these services will be included in the Exhibitor Service Kits mailed out by the George Fern Company prior to the show.   Discount Pricing will be honored up to the deadline of June 6, 2011.
16. The NKCC requires all vendors to complete a form indicating the types of samples they will be providing. The form is included in the George Fern packet and should be submitted directly the  Northern KY Convention Center.  Please direct all questions to NKCC at 859-261-1500.
17. Allowable Products in KSNA Exhibit:  Only products that are within the USDA regulations to be sold in Child Nutrition Programs (CNP) may be shown during this exhibit.  Products that may not be sold in Child Nutrition Programs, and therefore may not be represented in the exhibit are defined as foods of minimal nutritional value and are identified by 7 CFR 210 Appendix B and include: Soda water including carbonated beverages, Water Ices, Chewing Gum, Certain Candies such as Hard Candies, Jellies and Gums, Marshmallow Candies, Fondant, Licorice, Spun Candy, Candy Coated Popcorn.
18. Cancellation of exhibit space must be requested in writing.  In no event will a refund be made for a cancellation after May 20, 2011.
19. Only REGISTERED EXHIBITORS will be admitted into the exhibit hall. All attendees must register to enter and must represent a company who has purchased booth space.  All exhibitors must wear a name badge at all times.
20. Housing information: Three sites will be available for room reservations:  Marriott River Center, Embassy Suites River Center and Radisson Riverfront.  You must tell the reservation desk that you are with the Kentucky School Nutrition Conference.

http://kysna.org/state-conference/state-confererence.html

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Kentucky School Nutrition Association 55th Annual State Conference – June 20-22, 2011
KSNA-The Top Chefs of School Nutrition
Sunday, June 19	Monday, June 20	Tuesday, June 21		Wednesday, June 22
WELCOME EVERYONE! Conference Registration	Conf. Registration	Opening General Session Exhibitor Registration 8:00-9:00 Booth Set-Up 7:30-9:45	Emporium Silent Auction Marketing Hall of Fame	Educational Sessions
Leadership Training/Chapter Team Motivation	Pre-Conf. Sessions ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Emporium & Silent Auction open	10:00 – 12:00 pm Exhibits for Directors Only	Round Table Session for Food Service Employees	Closing General Session With Brunch
Executive Board Meeting	Educational Sessions	12:00 – 2:30 pm Exhibits for All Attendees		HAVE A SAFE TRIP HOME!
Explore or visit one of the many great restaurants in Northern Kentucky.	Exhibitor Registration 12:00-4:00 Booth Set-Up 12:00-4:00	Educational Sessions	Educational               Sessions
	Evening Event TBA	Pictures   Second General Session Banquet

 

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