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August 14-16, 2016 • Amway Grand Plaza Hotel • Grand Rapids, Michigan

APT US&C / MMTA 51st Annual Conference

2016 Sponsor, Exhibitor and Advertiser Prospectus

Amway Grand Hotel • GRAND RAPIDS, MICHIGAN

Annual Conference

August 14-16, 2016

51st

APT US&C and MMTA in Grand Rapids: Building Bridges Together in River City



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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Society Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Conference Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Message from the APT US&C President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Message from the MMTA President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Hotel and Travel Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Exhibit Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Advertisement Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Sponsor Levels and Benefi ts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Named Sponsorship Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Registration Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Credit Card Payment Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

ASSOCIATION OVERVIEWThe Association of Public Treasurers of the United States & Canada (APT US&C) is a growing, dynamic organization promoting the interests of more than 2,000 public treasury managers, fi nancial offi cers and private sector representatives.

MISSIONThe mission of APT US&C is to provide quality treasury management, education and training, professional certifi cation, peer interaction, and professional connection opportunities for public treasury and fi nancial offi cials. We achieve this mission through a wide variety of activities, such as:

• Meeting, networking and sharing ideas at our annual conferences. • Providing unique and valuable educational experiences for the

participants ranging from nuts and bolts to advanced-level academic subjects facilitated by qualifi ed speakers from across the country.

• Offering certifi cation and accreditation programs in public fi nance administration, public funds management, investment policy, cash handling, disaster preparedness and debt policy.

• Working with affi liated state associations from across the United States and Canada.

CONFERENCE OVERVIEWWe have been very successful in providing outstanding educational opportunities, certifying treasury skills, facilitating peer-to-peer interaction, and creating opportunities for corporate partners

to engage with members. This conference will build upon our past success and usher in the next half century of service to our membership.

Photos Courtesy of Experience Grand Rapids

opportunities, certifying treasury skills, facilitating peer-to-peer interaction, and creating opportunities for corporate partners

Grand Rapids Public Museum

Grand Lady Riverboat

Public Museum

Riverfront

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Greetings!

It is my pleasure to welcome you to the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States and Canada’s 51st annual conference at the Anyway Grand Plaza Hotel in the thriving city of Grand Rapids, MI. Grand Rapids is known as a city that will constantly surprise and delight you with authentic and unforgettable world-class experiences made easy, affordable and friendly. APT US&C will partner with our host state, the Michigan Municipal Treasurers’ Association, to conduct a joint conference of the APT US&C and MMTA on August 14-16, 2016.

Both Associations have been very successful in providing outstanding education opportunities, certifying treasury skills, facilitating networking and creating opportunities for corporate partners to engage with members. This conference will build from past accomplishments and provide advanced services to our membership.

Similar to last year the conference will host a Sunday evening gathering and conclude on Tuesday evening. The optional education sessions that have typically been offered on Tuesday afternoon will be offered on Sunday and Wednesday as a conference add-on.

The conference committee is in the process of securing excellent speakers to provide outstanding treasury-based education that you have come to expect. I offer my sincere thanks to Bob Ponkilla of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, our current Vice President and Chair of this year’s conference committee. I am also very grateful for Mathew Horning of Ann Arbor, Michigan. Their work and that of all the committee members is truly appreciated.

This joint conference, like all of our past conferences would not be possible without our many corporate partners and exhibitors. These partners provide expert speakers, opportunities to network with members one-on-one, and the ability to experience quality products and services to our organizations and constituents. To all past and future corporate partners, thank you for assisting APT US&C to achieve its mission.

APT US&C has contracted with Technical Enterprises, Inc. in Oak Creek, WI where Cindy Lemek serves as our executive director. Cindy and the entire Technical Enterprises staff are available to assist our Association to promote educational opportunities and conference management to ensure a successful conference in 2016.

Make plans now to join us for the 2016 APT US&C and MMTA Joint Conference August 14 to 16th in Grand Rapids, MI, as an attendee, speaker, exhibitor or corporate partner.

Sincerely,

Helen Schmidlkofer, CMTW, MMC, WCPCPresident of APT US&CCity Clerk/Treasurer/Administrative CoordinatorCity of Chilton, WI

CONTACTS Conference Chair &

APT US&C Vice President

Bob Ponkilla

City Treasurer

Oklahoma City, OK

405-297-2965

[email protected]

Local Conference Chair &

APT US&C Immediate Past President

Matthew Horning, CFIP, CPFA,

CPFIM, MICPT

Treasurer

Ann Arbor, MI

734-794-6541

[email protected]

APT US&C Sales Manager

(Submission of exhibitor forms)

Jill Tucker

414.908.4947 ext. 111

[email protected]

APT US&C Conference Manager

Cindy Lemek

414.908.4947 ext. 103

[email protected]

Corporate Headquarters:

Association of Public Treasurers of

United States & Canada

7044 S. 13th Street

Oak Creek, WI 53154

414.908.4947 | [email protected]




On behalf of the Michigan Municipal Treasurers Associa-tion, it is my pleasure to invite you to our beautiful state as we co-host the 51st Annual Con-ference of the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States and Canada. The MMTA will be holding our 38th Annual Confer-

On behalf of the Michigan Municipal Treasurers Associa-tion, it is my pleasure to invite you to our beautiful state as we co-host the 51st Annual Con-ference of the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States and Canada. The MMTA will be holding our 38th Annual Confer-

On behalf of the Michigan Municipal Treasurers Association, it is my pleasure to invite you to our beautiful state as we co-host the 51st Annual Conference of the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States and Canada.

The MMTA will be holding our 38th Annual Conference in conjunction with the APT US&C conference. Our association has nearly 900 members from 525 units of government and includes some of the most infl uential, knowledgeable, and well-respected individuals throughout Michigan who are proven leaders in their fi elds.

The conference will be held at the magnifi cent Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids, Michigan on August 14-16, 2016. The Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is a staple in the skyline of Grand Rapids and is located in the heart of their vibrant downtown area. The APT US&C was last at this venue in 2008 and we’re excited to provide a location that will awaken creativity as we learn and network with fellow treasury professionals.

The MMTA’s Conference Committee, chaired by Matthew Horning, will be working closely with APT US&C’s committee to develop the educational sessions and program. The partnership between the APT US&C and the MMTA has been dynamic throughout the years and will ensure a conference that will provide outstanding educational opportunities while certifying treasury skills, facilitating peer-to-peer interaction, and creating opportunities for corporate partners to engage with members.

The success of both the APT US&C and MMTA is due in part to the tremendous support provided by our Associate Members and Corporate Partners from across the country. Their expertise in various focus areas helps us navigate the rapids of treasury by providing education on current topics, laws, and trends.

We welcome you to join us in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and hope your visit will capture your imagination, warm your heart, and inspire you to come back for more.

Enjoy!

Annge Horning, CPFA, CMC, MiCPTPresident of Michigan Municipal Treasurers AssociationCity ManagerCity of Tawas City, Michigan




EXHIBITORSRaise Your Business to the Next Level!

The APT US&C Annual Conference is the foremost event to help your company meet and interact with hundreds of public fi nance offi cials and public treasurers who are decision makers. Your company will have the chance to stake out new leads and claim new customers by showcasing your products and/or services. Morning and afternoon breaks will be held in the exhibit hall to maximize contact with attendees.

If you have products and/or services that are a must-have for public fi nance offi cials and public treasurers, you should be at the Annual Conference. Your competitors will be at APT US&C 2016

Annual Conference and so should you!

Exhibitor Rates

What is Included with Your Booth?

Exhibitors will receive the following benefi ts with their booth space:

• A (6’) six-foot table for table top exhibits, draped and skirted with two chairs.

• Two complimentary registrations which include opening reception, refreshment breaks, breakfasts, lunches, reception/dinner, and entrance to all APT US&C programs and social events.

• Two complimentary exhibit hall only passes per booth – exhibit hall only passes provide access to the exhibit hall during set-up, tear-down, and exhibit hall hours. It does not include ANY meal functions.

• Company listing and description in the 2016 Conference Program Book.

• On-site attendee roster, which includes attendee name, title entity, address, phone number, and email address.

• Booth furnishings (furniture, carpet, electrical, Internet, phone, and etc.) are NOT included with your booth registration fee. This form will be forthcoming in the near future.

Floor plan: A fl oor plan of the exhibit hall will be distributed when the plan becomes available and is subject to change.

HOTEL INFORMATIONThe Amway Grand Plaza is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which Forbes magazine has called “One of the 10 best downtowns in the USA.” Just steps outside the hotel you will fi nd something to see, eat or do.

Amway Grand Plaza 187 Monroe Avenue NWGrand Rapids, Michigan 49503P: 616.774.2000

A block of rooms is being held at the hotel at the following rates per night:Single and Double Occupancy $149.00 plus applicable taxes

TRAVEL INFORMATIONThe Amway Grand Plaza Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of the downtown Grand Rapids. At the crossroads of both US-131 and I-196, the hotel is easily accessible and just a brief 18-minute drive from Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Taxi fare to downtown Grand Rapids is approximately $32.

Amway Grand Plaza

Membership Type Early Bird Registration Regular Registration Late Registration Postmarked by May 1, 2016 Postmarked by July 1, 2016 Postmarked after July 1, 2016

APT US&C Member $1,250.00 $1,450.00 $1,650.00

Non Member $1,650.00 $1,850.00 $2,050.00




CONFERENCE ADVERTISEMENTSThe following advertisement sizes are available in the 51st Annual Conference Program Book:

• Full Page Ad – $500

• 1/2 Page Ad – $300

• 1/4 Page Ad – $200

• 1/8 Page Ad (Business Card) – $125

PROGRAM BOOK AD SPACE

FULL PAGE

1/2 PAGE

1/4 PAGE

1/8 PAGE

11”

8-1/2”8-1/2”

11”




SOCIETY AFFILIATE SPONSOR LEVELS AND BENEFITS

BENEFITS INCLUDEDCONFERENCE SUPPORT ($1,500)

BRONZE ($2,500)

SILVER ($3,500)

GOLD($5,000)

PLATINUM ($7,500)

Printed Conference program recognition (if artwork received by 7/11/16)

name listed1/4 page black & white ad

1/2 page black & white ad

full page black & white ad

full page color(premium placement)

Linked logo on APT US&C Conference website for one year(begins upon receipt of payment)

x x x x x

Name prominently displayed on sponsorship signage at the conference

x x x x x

Opportunity to enclose one self-supplied product/brochure in conference bags

x x x xx

Complimentary exhibit space - x x x x

Verbal name recognition at ceremonies during the conference

- x x x x

Option of fi rst right of refusal for sponsoring all subsequent conferences

- x x x x

Number of included complimentary conference registrations

- 1 1 2 3

Priority for speaking session - - 3rd 2nd 1st

Participation in vendor lunch - - - - x




GREAT INVESTMENTThe 51st Annual Conference will engage key public treasury management professionals from across the country. The Association of Public Treasurers of the United States and Canada (APT US&C) provides your company with the perfect opportunity to reach key decision makers before and during the conference. Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your company’s visibility, maximize your company’s brand, expand sales and obtain new customers at this targeted industry event.

APT US&C is committed to providing top-notch marketing opportunities for its Sponsors and Exhibitors while offering outstanding educational programs and informational resources to APT US&C members. We appreciate all of the support from our industry partners and look forward to your participation in the 2016 APT US&C Conference.

By sponsoring, exhibiting and/or advertising, your company will be recognized as a strong supporter of the public treasury management profession and APT US&C. Register today!

CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIPThe following opportunities are available for the APT US&C 51st Annual Conference.

Platinum Level – $7,500Enjoy prominent visibility as a Platinum Level Sponsor and receive the following benefi ts:

• Opportunity to welcome conference attendees during the conference

• Participation in vendor lunch

• Three complimentary conference registrations

• Full page color ad in the Conference Program Book

• First priority for a speaking session

• Mention on marketing materials for the conference

• Company logo on conference signage

• Company logo on APT US&C website for one year

• Ability to include marketing materials in conference bags

• Exhibit opportunity

• Listing in the Conference Program Book

• Verbal recognition throughout the conference




Gold Level – $5,000Spotlight your company as a Gold Level Sponsor and receive the following benefi ts: • Two complimentary conference registrations

• Second priority for a speaking session

• Full page black and white ad in the Conference Program Book

• Company logo on conference signage • Company logo on APT US&C website for one year • Ability to include marketing materials in conference bags




Silver Level – $3,500As a Silver Level Sponsor, your company will receive the following benefi ts:

• One complimentary conference registration

• Third priority for a speaking session

• Half page black and white ad in the Conference Program Book





Bronze Level – $2,500As a Bronze Level Sponsor, your company will receive the following benefi ts:

• One complimentary conference registration

• Quarter page black and white ad in the Conference Program Book








NAMED SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESAll Session, Event and Named Sponsorship Opportunities Include

• Benefi ts of the General Conference Support Level (see Society Affi liate Sponsor Levels and Benefi ts on page 7)

• Sponsorship statement of the session, event or item which will appear in Conference publications (if received by

7/11/2016) and materials, on session signage, and in Conference program on the Conference website

• Session, workshop, and tour sponsors are announced at the beginning and end of each session, workshop, or tour

• Event sponsors are publicly thanked at the beginning of each event

• LANYARDS ($2,500)This item is a necessity for all attendees, so why not be associated with each one of them. Let our attendees know you support APT US&C while getting your company recognition

• CONFERENCE TOTE BAGS ($5,000)Highlight your company on the offi cial attendee conference bag. Conference bags are provided to each of our conference attendees along with their registration materials. As a sponsor, your company name or logo, along with the APT US&C logo will be imprinted on each conference bag.

• WELCOME RECEPTION ($2,500)Conference attendees mingle with members of the APT US&C Executive Board and other society leaders over wine and hors d’ oeuvres

Sunday, August 14200+ attendees

• MONDAY BREAKFAST ($1,500)All attendees including individuals serving in a leadership role within APT US&C will be invited to attend this breakfast buffet event.

Monday, August 15200+ attendees

• TUESDAY BREAKFAST ($1,500)All attendees including individuals serving in a leadership role within APT US&C will be invited to attend this event breakfast buffet event.

Tuesday, August 16200+ attendees

• MONDAY LUNCH ($1,500)All attendees including individuals serving in a leadership role within APT US&C will be invited to attend this event.

Monday, August 15200+ attendees

• TUESDAY LUNCH ($1,500)All attendees including individuals serving in a leadership role within APT US&C will be invited to attend this event.


• TUESDAY EVENING DINNER ($7,500)All attendees including individuals serving in a leadership role within APT US&C will be invited to attend this event.


Please contact Jill Tucker at [email protected] or via phone at 414-908-4947 x111 for information on Named Sponsorship Opportunities, to sponsor a Session/Workshop, or to inquire about additional sponsorships.




EXHIBITOR INFORMATION – PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE Company / Organization

YES! We would like to support the APT US&C 51st Annual Conference at the level indicated below:

Platinum Level Sponsor – $7,500

Gold Level Sponsor – $5,000

Silver Level Sponsor – $3,500

Bronze Level Sponsor – $2,500

Bronze Level Sponsor – $2,500

Street Address City State ZIP

Phone Fax #

Contact Name / Title

E-Mail Address

We look forward to partnering with you and making the 2016 Annual Conference the best yet!Please complete this form and mail to:

APT US&C7044 S. 13th StreetOak Creek, WI 53154Fax: 414-768-8001Email: [email protected]

Exhibitor – Member Rate | Early Bird Registration – $1,250 (By May 1, 2016)

Exhibitor – Non-Member Rate | Early Bird Registration – $1,650 (By May 1, 2016)

Exhibitor – Member Rate | Regular Registration – $1,450 (By July 1, 2016)

YES! We would like to advertise in the APT US&C Conference Program Book:

Full Page Ad – $500

1/2 Page Ad – $300

1/4 Page Ad– $200

1/8 Page Ad (Business Card) – $125

Named Sponsorship Opportunity – Name of Opportunity ______________________________________________ Amount ________________

Exhibitor – Non-Member Rate | Regular Registration – $1,850 (By July 1, 2016)

Exhibitor – Member Rate | Late Registration – $1,650 (After July 1, 2016)

Exhibitor – Non-Member Rate | Late Registration – $2,050 (After July 1, 2016)

SPONSORSHIP, EXHIBITOR AND ADVERTISING REGISTRATION FORM




ONE-TIME CREDIT CARD PAYMENT AUTHORIZATION FORMSign and complete this form to authorize APT US&C to make a one-time debit to your credit card listed below.

By signing this form you give us permission to debit your account for the amount indicated on or after the indicated date. This is permission for a single transaction only, and does not provide authorization for any additional unrelated debits or credits to your account.

Please complete the information below:

I ____________________________________ authorize the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States (full name)

and Canada to charge my credit card account indicated below for ________________ on or after _____________ .(amount) (date)

This payment is for _________________________________ .(description of services)

Billing Adress _____________________________________________ Phone ___________________________

City, State, Zip _____________________________________________ E-mail ___________________________

Account Type: Visa MasterCard AMEX Discover

Cardholder Name __________________________________________________________________

Account Number ____________________________________________________________________

Expiration Date ____________________________________________________________________

CVV2 (3 digit number on back of VISA/MC, 4 digits on front of AMEX) ___________________________

Signature ________________________________________________________ Date _____________________I authorize the Association of Public Treasurers of the United States & Canada to charge the credit indicated on this authorization form according to the terms outlined above. This payment authorization is for the goods/services described above, for the amount indicated above only, and is valid for one time use only. I certify that I am an authorized user of this credit card and that I will not dispute the payment with my credit card company; so long as the transaction corresponds to the terms indicated on this form.

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