TAGT 2012 Annual Conference Prospectus

Do you have a product, service, or resource that benefits professionals or parents committed to the gifted and talented community? If so, don’t miss the opportunity to interact with nearly 2,000 attendees at the 2012 TAGT Annual Conference! Space is limited, so act quickly to be part of one of the largest education conferences of its kind. Email Keri Kelley if you have any questions, comments or suggestions.

 

 

 

~ 2,000 attendees, including:

    • G/T specialists
    • Classroom teachers
    • District administrators
    • Parents
    • Educational Consultants
    • University faculty

Who exhibits?

    • Technology providers
    • Publishers & booksellers
    • Curriculum designers
    • Educational products toy and game vendors
    • Training consultants
    • Colleges & universities
    • Assessment Providers
    • Summer camps & student organizations

Why should you exhibit?

    • Establish and strengthen relationships
    • Showcase products or services in a dynamic, professional setting
    • Generate valuable leads
    • Gain statewide exposure
    • Generate goodwill and enhance your brand image
    • Utilize 15 ½ total exhibiting hours, including dedicated exhibit hall time each day!

Exhibitor Booths

Booth spaces are 10’x10’ and up to four may be combined. Premium booths are located on aisle corners and in high traffic areas.

 

 
Before July 31
After July 31
Standard
$625
$725
Premium
$725
$825
Bulk (20′x20′)
$2,325
$2,525

 
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Wednesday, November 28
8 AM-4 PMMove In
4:30-6:30 PMWelcome Reception
Thursday, November 29
8 AM-4:30 PMExhibit Hall Open
Friday, November 30
8 AM-3 PMExhibit Hall Open
3 PMMove Out
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    • Exhibit space

 

    • Standard 8’ back and 3’ side drape in show colors

 

    • Standard 7×44” booth ID sign

 

    • Company listing in the Conference Program (website hotlink available for purchase)

 

    • Two complimentary exhibitor badges per each 10’x10’ space

 
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Exhibit Hall Passport

Attendees visit each participating exhibitor’s booth and enter to win one of the grand prizes at the closing general session, such as cash, getaway packages and conference registrations. Space is limited!

Price: $100

 

TAGT Website Hotlink

This will have Conference Attendees one click away from your website! Add your company’s hotlink to the online exhibitor list so attendees can become familiar with your company/organization before conference time.

Price: $50

 

Pre-Registered Attendee List

Sending marketing materials to pre-registered attendees is great way to promote any in-booth giveaways your company will host. TAGT will provide one list with physical mailing addresses only approximately two weeks prior to Conference.

Price: $50
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The Conference Program is given to every conference attendee, and serves as a reference during and after the Conference. Include your company’s ad to guarantee visibility! Deadline: September 30
Requirements

 

    • All internal ads will print in black & white; covers (inside and out) will be in color.

 

    • Full-page ad size is 8.25″x10.75″.

 

    • Full & half-page ads may not bleed.

 

    • PDF or EPS files are preferred.

 

    • Raster art minimum resolution is 300 DPI.

 

    • TAGT will not be responsible for reproduction quality if ads fail to meet these requirements or are received late.

 

    • All ads are subject to TAGT approval, which is final. Ads in conflict with TAGT’s mission and goals will be rejected.

 
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Conference Bag Insert"]

Price:$500 Exhibitor
 $1,000 Non-Exhibitor
Qty:1,500 marketing pieces
Size:No larger than 8.5″x11″
    • One piece of collateral; bound or folded materials must be sealed with tabs.

 

    • Advertiser assumes responsibility for the materials provided and for any associated claims.

 

    • TAGT is not responsible for shipping or printing materials.

 

Approval Submission:

Please submit one copy of the materials to kkelley@txgifted.org or fax to 512-499-8264 no later than September 30 to obtain approval. Please note in the subject line “Request for Approval: TAGT Stuff-It! Materials”
Material Shipping:

Materials should arrive no later than Monday, November 26, 2012, and no earlier than Friday, November 23, 2012. Be sure to mark each package “TAGT Stuff-It! Materials” and the quantity in each box.
Ship inserts directly to:

 

 

 

TAGT Stuff-It! Materials

C/O Sheraton Dallas Hotel

400 N Olive St

Dallas, TX 75201

 

 

 

Please obtain confirmation and tracking numbers; TAGT is not responsible for lost materials. Any Stuff-It! materials sent directly to the TAGT office will be refused.
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Welcome Reception: $5,000

Held on the first night of conference, this 2-hour social event will provide networking opportunities for all attendees. Includes cash bar and light appetizers.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal recognition at the event

• Signage at the event and conference

• Recognition in the conference program

 

Awards Reception: $5,000

This event will be held Thursday evening directly after the last session, and features a short reception with hors d’oeuvres and refreshments followed by the awards ceremony. Served for award winners, friends, family, teachers, and board members.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal recognition at the event

• Signage at the event and conference

• Recognition in the conference program

 

Social Connection Area: $5,000

This is a place for attendees to relax, mingle, use computers, and view the Twitter or Flickr Feeds. Attendees will be able to participate in a LIVE Twitter #gtchat with help from the moderator.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal recognition at the Opening Session

• Company logo on the Social Connection sign

• Recognition in the Conference Program

• Company logo on the Twitter feed screen

 

Coffee Break: $3,000

Conference participants will thank you for your generosity during the recharging break. Increase foot traffic near your exhibit space by providing a break in proximity to your booth.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal recognition at the opening/ closing General Session

• Sponsors receive easel sign

• Recognition in program

 

Opening General Session: $2,000

The opening General Session kicks off the Conference. TAGT selects well-respected and insightful G/T specialists who have proven to be experts in the field.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal introduction in the Opening Session

• Recognition in the Opening Session slides

• Opportunity to place a piece of collateral in every chair

• Recognition in the conference program

• Signage at the conference

 

Closing General Session: $2,000

The Closing General Session ends Conference on a high note with another inspiring message.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal introduction in the Closing Session

• Recognition in the Closing Session slides

• Opportunity to place a piece of collateral in every chair

• Recognition in the conference program

• Signage at the conference

 

Parent Conference

General Session: $2,000

Half day Parent Conference Friday afternoon. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit the exhibit hall.

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal recognition at the event

• Opportunity for one (1) session presentation

• Recognition in program and in TAGT promotions.

• Signage during the event

 

Gifted Student Showcase: $1,500

Gives students from many school districts in the DFW area an opportunity to demonstrate and share their knowledge and expertise. Conference participants will have a chance to visit with these students and their parents, who will be stationed in a designated area with projects they have created.

 

Curriculum Potpourri: $1,000

Curriculum Potpourri is a time for presenters to share instructional strategies with conference attendees for short “speedy sessions.”

Sponsor benefits include:

• Verbal recognition at the event

• Up to two (2) “speedy sessions” tables

• Opportunity to help award door prizes to winners during event (door prizes provided)

• Recognition in program

• Signage during the event

 

Twitter Feed Screen: $1,000

Located at the entrance of the exhibit hall, this screen will display the Conference Twitter feed. Your company’s logo will be placed on a section of the screen for the duration of the Conference.
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