ausa institute of land warfare global force...

31 MARCH – 2 APRIL 2015

The Von Braun CenterHuntsville, Alabama

AUSA INSTITUTE OF LAND WARFARE

GLOBAL FORCE SYMPOSIUM AND EXPOSITION (Formerly AUSA’s Winter Symposium)

A Professional Development Forum

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Institute of Land Warfare

In today’s complex and rapidly changing operational environment, preparing for the future remains challenging.

In that context, the Army launched its operating concept focused on driving innovation to meet the future

unknowns. These innovation requirements must optimize prioritization of Army capabilities and resourcing

allocation, while increasing material capabilities. In turn, allowing the Army to become a more agile and

responsive force to face that unknown.

The 2015 AUSA ILW Global Force Symposium & Exposition will explore the capabilities outlined in the Army

Operating Concept and how the force transforms from being adaptive to driving innovation for Force 2025

and beyond. Special guest presentations coupled with panel discussions from our senior military and industry

leaders, addresses critical points of acquisition, research and development and partnering between military

and industry. For the Army this means restructuring military-industrial programs. The Army must take a hard

look at its acquisition processes, with an eye towards the future, in order to continue maintaining a competitive

overmatch against potential adversaries.

The Army is about people – it’s most precious resource – representing the nation’s best. What our future force

requires is a well-led, well-trained, and well-equipped Army. History highlights the effectiveness of our Army

leaders and our training. With industry, academic, and Army partnered innovation, the Army will remain the best

equipped fi ghting force in the world. A force that is able to meet the Nations security requirements at home and

abroad wherever, whenever, and for as long as it takes.

The Association of the United States Army’s Institute of Land Warfare

Global Force Symposium and Exposition

(Formerly AUSA’s Winter Symposium)

31 March - 2 April 2015

The Von Braun Center

Huntsville, AlabamaA Professional Development Forum

The Association of the United States Army’s Institute of Land Warfare (AUSA ILW) will produce an unclassifi ed

symposium for members of industry and the military community at the Von Braun Center, Huntsville, Alabama

from 31 March – 2 April 2015.

The three-day event will include featured presentations from the United States Army Training and Doctrine

Command, the United States Army Materiel Command, and the Offi ce of the Assistant Secretary of the Army

(Acquisition, Logistics and Technology).

SCOPE AND OBJECTIVE

Military and Government Personnel attend at no cost!

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www.ausameetings.org/globalforce

The AUSA ILW Global Force Symposium & Exposition attracts a robust and diverse group of participants including more than 1,500 government personnel from various U.S. Army and DOD organizations including:• Offi ce of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition,

Logistics and Technology• U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command• U.S. Army Materiel Command• U.S. Army Space & Missile Defense Command/Army Forces

Strategic Command• U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Research Development &

Engineering Center• U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Life Cycle Management

Command• U.S. Army Research, Development and Engineering

Command• U.S. Army Contracting Command• U.S. Army Project Managers and Program Executive Offi ces• Missile Defense Agency• Defense Acquisition University

ATTENDEE PROFILE

RECENT AUSA ILW GLOBAL FORCE SYMPOSIUM EXHIBITORSAAR Corp.Ace ElectronicsAction Target Inc.ADS, Inc.Advatech Pacifi c, Inc.Aegis Technologies Group Inc.Aerojet RocketdyneAeroVironment, Inc.Alaska StructuresAlcoa DefenseAllen VanguardAltec Industries, Inc.Aluma Tower Company, Inc.AM General, LLCAmerex DefenseAmeripack, Inc.Amphenol Fiber Systems

InternationalAmSafe, Inc.Ancra International LLCAndrea Systems LLCApplied CompaniesAstronics DME CorporationAvalex TechnologiesAVT SimulationB/E Aerospace, Inc.BAE Systems, Inc.Banneker Industries, Inc.Bennett International

Logistics, LLCBloomberg GovernmentBlue OxBluesky Mast, Inc.BoeingBOH FPU SystemsBosch Automotive Service

SolutionsC.E. Niehoff & Co.

Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce Foundation

Camber CorporationCGIChromateCiscoClear-ComClick Bond, Inc.Cobham Life SupportColt Defense LLCCommunications Platform

FederalCompulinkContact! CorporationCrystal Group, Inc.Defense Acquisition UniversityDefense Logistic AgencyDefense NewsDelta Digital VideoDRS Technologies, Inc.DryWired DefenseDucommun MiltecDynCorp InternationalEagle Support Services Corp.EaglePicher TechnologiesElectric Fuel CorporationEnergy Technologies, Inc.EnersysEnGenius Consulting GroupEsterline Defense

TechnologiesExelisF5 NetworksFaria Performance

InstrumentsFastbolt CorpFedbid Inc.Final Mile Logistics

FLIR Systems, Inc.FLUORGastops, Inc.GATR TechnologiesGE Intelligent PlatformsGeneral Atomics AeronauticalGeneral Kinetics EngineeringGlenair, Inc.Global Seating Systems LLCGolight, Inc.GovXGradient TechnologyGraingerGrote IndustriesH & H Tool Shop, LLCHarris CorporationHutchinson IndustriesIBM CorporationIHSInglett & Stubbs International,

LLCInstitute for Defense and

BusinessIntegration Innovation, Inc.

(i3)Intergraph Government

SolutionsIntuitive Research and

Technology Corp.Iridium Communications Inc.Iris Technology CorporationIsodyne Inc.iXBlue, Inc.Janus Research Group, Inc.JBT AerotechJHT, IncorporatedJIT Military SalesJohn Deere

Kentucky Trailer TechnologiesKipper ToolKizano Corp.KMI Media GroupL-3 CommunicationsLancer SystemsLeidosLMILockheed Martin CorporationLogistics & Environmental

Solutions (LESCO)LOSBERGER US LLCLSINCMabey, Inc.ManTechMarvin Land SystemsMedalcraft Mint, Inc.MeggittMerrill Technologies GroupMiLAIRMilitarybyowner Advertising,

Inc.Missile Defense AgencyMistral GroupMobile Concepts By ScottyMobile Shelters Systems Inc.Moog, Inc.NAMMO Talley, Inc.NASA - Marshall Space Flight

CenterNavitas Systems, LLCNCS Technologies, IncNextek, Inc.NicomaticNorthrop GrummanNorthwest Territorial MintNOVA ElectricO’Neil & Associates, Inc.

OracleOrbit International Corp.Oshkosh DefensePacifi c Scientifi c EMCPalomar Display ProductsPerkins Technical Services IncPESAPhysical Optics CorporationPleora Technologies, Inc.Port-A-Cool LLCProModel CorporationQinetiQ North AmericaRADX Technologies, Inc.Rafael Advanced Defense

Systems Ltd.Raytheon CompanyRF System LabRLM Communications Inc.RUD Chain, Inc.Rugged Portable Computers,

LLC Dba MaxvisionRugged ScienceSAICSandstrom Coating

TechnologiesSAP Public Services, Inc.Schaefer IncSCI Technology, Inc.Scientifi c Research

CorporationSeiler Instruments, Inc.Sekai Electronics, Inc.Solar Stik, Inc.Solution One Industries LLCSourceAmericaSouthern Research InstituteSprintSprung Structures

SRC, Inc.STARA Technologies, Inc.Supreme GroupT&W Operations, Inc.Tactical Environmental

Systems, Inc.Technology Service

CorporationTeledyne Brown EngineeringTelosTennessee Valley

CommunitiesTexAmericas CenterTextron SystemsTimes Microwave SystemsTranshield, Inc.Transource ComputersTrideum CorporationTroll Systems CorporationTruck-Lite Co., LLCUAV Solutions, Inc.UFP TechnologiesUnited RotorcraftUniversity of TennesseeURSUS Tower Corp.UTCVELOXITI, Inc.Venturi, Inc.Veterans United Home LoansVT MiltopeWhelen Engineering Company,

Inc.Wojskowe Zaklady Uzbrojenia

S.A.World Wide Technology, Inc.Yulista Holding, LLCZ Microsystems, Inc.

Industry

Attendees

Government

Exhibitors

2014 AUSA GLOBAL FORCE PARTICIPANTS

2014 AUSA GLOBAL FORCEEXHIBITORS & ATTENDEES

181428%

191130%

456972%

447270%

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Army/IndustryExchange Corner

ENTRANCESouth Halls 1 &2Von Braun Center, Huntsville, AlabamaAll booths shown are 10’x10’

FLOOR PLAN

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East Halls 1, 2, 3Von Braun CenterHuntsville, AlabamaAll booths shown are 10’x10’Ceiling height is 18'Maximum display height is 15'

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Last years’ program was well supported by senior Army leaders. Panel members and presenters included:• Commanding General, U.S. Army Training and

Doctrine Command

• Commanding General, U.S. Army Materiel

Command

• Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition,

Logistics & Technology)

• Commanding General, U.S. Army Contracting

Command

• Deputy Commanding General, Futures Director,

Army Capabilities Integration Center U.S. Army

Training and Doctrine Command

• Military Deputy/Director, Army Acquisition Corps,

Offi ce of the Assistant Secretary of the Army

(Acquisition, Logistics & Technology)

• Commanding General, U.S. Army Cyberspace

Command

• Director, Mission Command Center of Excellence,

U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command

• Director for Command, Control, Communications

and Computer/Cyber/Chief Information Offi cer,

J-6, Joint Staff

• Commanding General, U.S. Army Space &

Missile Defense Command/Army Forces Strategic

Command and Joint Functional Component

Command for Integrated Missile Defense

• Commanding General, U.S. Army Aviation and

Missile Command

• Command Sergeant Major, U.S. Army Training

and Doctrine Command

Topics at the 2014 Symposium included:• Partnering Opportunities for the Force 2025

& Beyond

• Industrial Partnering for Force 2025 & Beyond

• The Operational Environment in 2025

• Building an Adaptive and Agile Army Cyber Force

• Technology to Enable Strategic Landpower

in 2025

• Preparing the Next Generation Military and

Industrial Aerospace Workforce

• Resourcing the Army in a Fiscally Constrained

Environment

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS FROMTHE 2014 SYMPOSIUM

This year the agenda will include exclusive exhibit hall hours. No general session

programming will occur during this time. Check the website for details.

The East Hall exhibit area is nearest the Mark C. Smith Concert Hall where the General Sessions will take place.

The East Hall exhibit area is carpeted.

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ABOUT HUNTSVILLE, AL

Meet Team Redstone

• HQs U.S. Army Materiel Command

• U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Command

• U.S. Army Security Assistance Command

• U.S. Army Contracting Command

• U.S. Army Expeditionary Contracting

Command

• U.S. Army Aviation & Missile Research,

Development & Engineering Center

• Logistics Support Activity

• U.S. Army Space and Missile Defense

Command

• Program Executive Offi ce – Aviation

• Program Executive Offi ce – Missiles & Space

• Redstone Test Center

• U.S. Army Garrison – Redstone Arsenal

• U.S. Army 2nd Recruiting Brigade

• Fox Army Health Center

• U.S. Army Engineering & Support Center,

Huntsville

• U.S. Missile Defense Agency

• Defense Intelligence Agency – Missile & Space

Intelligence Center

• NASA – Marshal Space Flight Center

• ATF – National Center for Explosives

Training & Research

• FBI – Hazardous Devices School

The Association of the United States Army will return to Huntsville, Alabama for the 2015 AUSA ILW Global Force Symposium and Exposition. Please fi nd below helpful information and links to acquaint you with the local area and Team Redstone Arsenal!

General info about Huntsvillewww.huntsville.org

Things to do: http://www.huntsville.org/visitors/play/

Where to eat: http://www.huntsville.org/visitors/dine/

Where to shop: http://www.huntsville.org/visitors/shop/

Getting to Huntsville: http://www.huntsville.org/visitors/

transportation/

Huntsville Industry Information: http://www.huntsvillealabamausa.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=

article&id=76&Itemid=247

Huntsville Military Information(Spec: Redstone Arsenal):

http://www.garrison.redstone.army.mil/#

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REGISTRATION

Eligibility: AUSA welcomes all members, employees or consultants of

member companies, military and civilian government personnel, invited

guests, and non-members that are interested or have an identifi able

relationship with AUSA or the United States Army.

Registration is available now to individuals at the following rates:• Government/Military Personnel No Charge

• AUSA Sustaining Members $ 500• AUSA Members

(Corporate, Individual and Life Members) $ 600

• Non-Members $1,000 The registration fee will increase on-site to the following rates:• Government/Military Personnel No Charge

• AUSA Sustaining Members $ 550• AUSA Members

(Corporate, Individual and Life Members) $ 650• Non-Members $ 1,100

AUSA accepts checks, American

Express, VISA or MasterCard. We do

not accept government form 1556 as

payment. Please do not send in your

registration form without payment –

we will be unable to reserve space

until payment is received. Refunds

will be made for those registrants

who cancel in writing prior to close of

business 18 March 2015. No refunds

for cancellations after that date.

Registrations received after COB 18

March 2015 will not be pre-registered.

Late registrants will need to register

on-site.

Registration Hours:Monday, 30 March: 1300-1700

Tuesday, 31 March: 0700-1830

Wednesday, 1 April: 0700-1730

Thursday, 2 April: 0700-1300

GENERAL INFORMATION

EXPOSITION

Exhibit Hall Open Hours: Tuesday, 31 March: 1045-1830

Wednesday, 1 April: 1045-1730

Thursday, 2 April: 0950-1300

Exclusive Exhibit Hall Hours: This year the agenda will include exclusive exhibit hall

hours. No general session programming will occur during

this time. Check the website for details.

Uniform/Dress: Military ACU/Duty uniform and business

attire for civilian attendees.

Proceedings: Electronic copies of the briefi ng charts will

be available on-line approximately one week after the

symposium at www.ausa.org, under past events.

Receipts: Receipts for paid attendees will be available

on-site at the self-serve kiosk.

Inquiries: Questions concerning this symposium should

be addressed to the following:

AUSA, Industry Affairs, 2425 Wilson Boulevard,

Arlington, VA 22201-3326

Phone: (703) 841-4300

Fax: (703) 243-2589

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Registrants with

special needs who participate in our symposia will be

accommodated to the fullest extent possible. If you need

special arrangements, please advise us at the time you

register.

Disclaimer: Advertisements, promotions, statements

and logos are those of AUSA or other organizations

participating in this event. The United States Army neither

states nor implies any endorsement, association or

recommendation with regard to these organizations.

AUSA’s ILW Global Force Symposium and Exposition will be held at the Von Braun Center, 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville, Alabama 35801. For questions concerning exhibiting opportunities, please call Rand Meade, Manager, Exhibits & Sponsorships at (571) 332-6977 or [email protected].

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HOUSING INFORMATION

AUSA Hotels Address Distance from VBC

Embassy Suites (HQ) 800 Monroe Street, Huntsville, AL 35801

SpringHill Suites 754 Constellation Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801

Hampton Inn Huntsville 4815 University Drive, Huntsville, AL 35816 4.18 miles

Hilton Garden Inn Space Center 4801 Governor’s House Drive, Huntsville, AL 35805 4.33 miles

Huntsville Marriott 5 Tranquility Base, Huntsville, AL 35805 4.94 miles

Holiday Inn Research Park 5903 University Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806 4.98 miles

Candlewood Suites 201 Exchange Place, Huntsville, AL 35806 5.75 miles

Hampton Inn & Suites 7010 Unit #3 Governor’s West Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806 6.75 miles

Home2 Suites by Hilton Huntsville 7010 Unit #3 Governor’s West Drive, Huntsville, AL 35806 6.75 miles

Homewood Suites 15 Town Center Drive NW, Huntsville, AL 35806 6.96 miles

The Westin 6800 Governors West NW, Huntsville, AL 35806 7.22 miles

Four Points Sheraton Huntsville 1000 Glenn Hearn Blvd #20068, Huntsville, AL 35824 13.51 miles

On-Line: Housing will be open to everyone beginning 1

October 2014. To make your housing reservation on-line, 24

hours-a-day, 7 days-a week, go to www.ausameetings.org/

globalforce and follow the link to housing.

Confi rmations: Reservations booked online will be confi rmed

immediately. Reservations requested via fax, mail or email

will be processed within three business days of receipt of

your request.

Changes and Cancellations: Any and all changes (pending

hotel availability) to existing reservations must be made

through Travel Planners, Inc., 212-532-1660, up until three

days prior to arrival. After this time, you must contact your

hotel directly. Cancellations to existing reservations must

be made by and in accordance with the hotel cancellation

policy as outlined in your reservation confi rmation email. Be

sure to confi rm your departure date upon check-in as some

hotels may charge an early departure fee.

Military Rates: There are a limited number of rooms

available at the military rate within the AUSA hotel block.

They can be booked on-line or via the Housing Request

Form. However, the rate is only available to U.S. military/

government personnel, who must present government ID

upon check-in for the rate to be honored.

Group Room Blocks: Room blocks of ten or more rooms

may be requested on-line or via the Group Hotel Reservation

Form. You will receive a confi rmation email from Travel

Planners within fi ve business days. If you do not receive

a confi rmation within fi ve business days, please contact

Travel Planners at 800-221-3531. Groups are required to

electronically sign a Group Booking Agreement (GBA),

acknowledging terms and conditions, within two business

days of date of issue.

Please note rates do not include 13% occupancy tax + $1.00 city surcharge. *Limited Per Diem rates available.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

OVER 6,000 PARTICIPANTSWERE AT THE 2014 EVENT

Please make your room reservations at our offi cial conference hotels, where we have negotiated contracts on your behalf

to give you the best value and price. By doing so, you help ensure our ability to continue to offer affordable housing at

future meetings.

CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR ROOM RATES

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MONDAY, 30 MARCH 2015

1300 – 1700 REGISTRATION – South Hall Foyer

TUESDAY, 31 MARCH 2015


0700 – 0800 COFFEE SERVICE – Exhibit Hall Foyer

0800 – 0805 SYMPOSIUM ADMINISTRATION, SAFETY, SECURITYMr. Michael ScanlanDirector, Industry Aff airsAssociation of the United States Army

0805 – 0810 INTRODUCTION/WELCOMEGEN Gordon R. SullivanUnited States Army RetiredPresident, Association of the United States Army

0810 – 0830 PRESENTATION


0900 – 1005 PANEL DISCUSSION

1005 – 1015 AUSA TECH TENPRESENTATION


1045 – 1830 EXHIBIT HALL OPEN

1045 – 1345 EXHIBIT HALL HOURS/ARMY INDUSTRY EXCHANGE/FOCUS FORUMS

1200 – 1345 LUNCH – On Own (Concessions Available in Arena)



1520 – 1540 REFRESHMENT BREAK – Exhibit Hall

1540 – 1550 AUSA TECH TEN PRESENTATION



1730 – 1830 OPENING RECEPTION– Exhibit Hall

WEDNESDAY, 1 APRIL 2015


0700 – 0800 COFFEE SERVICE – Exhibit Hall Foyer

0800 – 0805 OPENING REMARKS





1045 – 1730 EXHIBIT HALL OPEN

1045 – 1330 EXHIBIT HALL HOURS/ARMY INDUSTRY EXCHANGE/FOCUS FORUMS

NOTE: All participants/speakers are on an invited basis only and subject to change

PLANNED AGENDA

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1345 – 1355 PRESENTATION OF THE ARMY ATHLETE AWARDS

1355 – 1425 PRESENTATION 1425 – 1530 PANEL DISCUSSION

1530 – 1600 REFRESHMENT BREAK – Exhibit Hall



THURSDAY, 2 APRIL 2015

0700 - 1300 REGISTRATION – South Hall Foyer

0700 - 0800 COFFEE SERVICE – Exhibit Hall Foyer

0950 - 1300 EXHIBIT HALL OPEN

0800 – 0805 OPENING REMARKSGEN Gordon R. SullivanUnited States Army RetiredPresident, Association of the United States Army

0805 – 0850 PRESENTATION 0850 – 0950 PANEL DISCUSSION

0950 – 1020 REFRESHMENT BREAK - Exhibit Hall


1050 – 1100 AUSA TECH TEN PRESENTATION


1200 – 1215 CLOSING REMARKSGEN Gordon R. SullivanUnited States Army RetiredPresident, Association of the United States Army


1300 DEPARTURE

PLANNED AGENDA

NOTE: All participants/speakers are on an invited basis only and subject to change

PLEASE READ BACK BEFORE SIGNINGASSOCIATION OF THE UNITED STATES ARMY

APPLICATION AND CONTRACT FOR EXHIBIT SPACE AT THE AUSA ILW GLOBAL FORCE

SYMPOSIUM & EXPOSITIONHUNTSVILLE, ALABAMA31 March - 2 April 2015

PLEASE COMPLETE THIS INFORMATION AND SEND TO:Exhibition Manager, Association of the United States Army, 2425 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22201.Ph: (703) 841-4300, FAX: (703) 243-2589.

COMPANY NAME: DATE:

:LET:REGANAMTIBIHXE ( ) FAX: ( )

E-MAIL ADDRESS: WEBSITE:

EXHIBIT MAILING ADDRESS:

SIGNATURE OF COMP EXHIBIT MANAGER NOTE: Signed contracts are binding and will be the only official means of reserving space. Informal requests, either written or oral, will not be honored. Space is

We have read the Exhibit Information printed on the reverse side of this Application and Contract for Exhibit Space and agree to abide by these and any additionalrules deemed necessary by the Association of the United States Army and published after the contract is signed. CONTRACT DEADLINE IS 31 JANUARY 2015.

We understand that if requested space is not available, we may be assigned to other space comparable in size. Final space assignment will be noted below when application is accepted.THE PRODUCTS OR SERVICES WE PLAN TO DISPLAY ARE: (Failure to state items may delay contract acceptance):

SELECT CHOICE OF BOOTH CONFIGURATION (Using four (4) booths as an example) (CHECK ONE ONLY):

(1) (2)

THIS SPACE FOR AUSA USE ONLY DO NOT WRITE BELOW THIS LINE

Industry Affairs hereby accepts the application and the following space in the exhibit area is assigned:

Contract/Payment Received:

Indoor Booth(s) Assigned: Cost:

For the purposes of identification ONLY, the following single number should be used by you and GES to identify your booth

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TOTAL COST:

Amount submitted with application:

Amount of Refund:

Balance Due AUSA:

DATE: SIGNED:

(Please Print or Type)

(CITY) (STATE) (ZIP)

INDOOR Space Requested: (Failure to list four different choices will result in AUSA making determination)

(Use separate sheet of paper if needed)

(AUSA EXHIBIT MANAGER)

$

$

$$

$

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: INDICATE HERE EXACTLY HOW YOU WISH YOUR COMPANY TO APPEAR ON THE EXHIBITORS LIST, INCLUDING PUNCTUATION. IN CASES WHERE MORE THAN ONE COMPANY OCCUPIES THE SAME SPACE, AUSA WILL INDICATE MULTIPLE OCCUPANCY, BUT ONLY IF REQUESTED. OTHERWISE, THE COMPANY PURCHASING THE SPACE WILL BE SHOWN:

assigned on a first- come, first- served basis. Under no circumstances will Exhibitor be permitted to occupy its exhibit space if full payment has not been received.

FIRST CHOICE:

SECOND CHOICE:

THIRD CHOICE:

FOURTH CHOICE:

$

$

$

$

@

TOTAL SQ. FT.(SUSTAINING MEMBER)

VALUE

$42 per Sq. Ft. @

TOTAL SQ. FT.(CORPORATE MEMBER)

$47 per Sq. Ft. @

TOTAL SQ. FT.(NON-MEMBER)

$60 per Sq. Ft. @

TOTAL SQ. FT.(GOVERNMENT)

$19 per Sq. Ft.

We understand that a refund will be made for any space requested which cannot be supplied. We understand and agree that NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE FOR SAPCECANCELLED AFTER 4 FEBRUARY 2015. REFUNDS FOR SPACE CANCELLED PRIOR TO 4 FEBRUARY 2015 WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON THE RESALE OF THIS SPACE.

ext: 2678 or 2665

For further information, please write Exhibits Manager, Industry Affairs, Association of the United States Army,2425 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22201, Telephone (703) 841-4300, ext. 2678, FAX (703) 243-2589.

e-mail: [email protected]

2) Because of the tight time constraints, logistical problems and local union rules, AUSA has placed the overall supervision of the installation and dismantling of exhibits under Global Experience Specialists (GES), who have been designated the “Offi cial Contractor.” Individual Exhibitors may retain the services of GES at their own expense. Exhibitors desiring to use display contractors other than the designated “Offi cial Contractor” must obtain advance approval from AUSA. A written request must be presented by the Exhibitor to AUSA at least 30 days in advance of the fi rst day of move-in, and must include the name and address of the contractor, the name of the on-site supervisor, a certifi cate of insurance for the contractor, and a statement signed by the contractor that they will comply with AUSA’s rules and regulations and cooperate with the offi cial contractor, GES—4801 B Hollins Ferry Rd., Halethorpe, MD 21227.

3) Display fi rms engaged by Exhibitors must comply fully with all rules and regulations listed by AUSA. Labor utilized by outside contractors must be drawn through GES and/or through the business agent of the appropriate union. It is the responsibility of the Exhibitor to ensure compliance.

4) AUSA reserves the right to relocate booths when in the best interest of the show.

UNION JURISDICTIONS To assist you in planning for your participation in the exposition, we are certain you will appreciate knowing in advance that union labor may be required for installation and dismantling of your display. Alabama is a right-to-work state. This means that any and/or all work done in your exhibit booth area can be performed by any full-time employee of your company. If you need additional help or want an outside contractor to supply labor, then you must use union labor.

Stagehands Union—Members of this union claim jurisdiction over all set-up and dismantling of exhibits including signs & carpet. As an Exhibitor, you will be pleased to know that when union labor is required, you may provide full-time company personnel to work along with them.

Tipping—GES requests that exhibitors not tip its employees. They are paid at an excellent wage scale denoting a professional status, and we feel that tipping is not necessary. This applies to all GES employees.

NO SALE CLAUSETo ensure full compliance with IRS rulings, Exhibitor will not make sales, or solicit, or accept orders for any product or service including advertising space, in the exhibit halls or within other facilities of the exhibition.

FIRE REGULATIONSFederal and Local Fire Laws must be strictly observed. Wiring must comply with fi re department and underwriters’ rules. Aisles and fi re exits cannot be blocked by exhibits. No decoration of paper, pine boughs, leafy decorations or tree branches are allowed. All muslin, velvet, or any other cloth decoration must stand a fl ame proof test as prescribed by the fi re ordinance of Madison County, Alabama.

AUSA SECURITY MEASURESThe Association of the United States Army will provide watchmen to patrol the exhibit areas during the hours when the exhibits are closed. However, exhibitors are responsible for the security of their own exhibits. Additional security may be arranged for with a security agency, if exhibitor deems it necessary. (Exhibitor will inform AUSA of any such additional security measures.)

CANCELLATION OF SHOWThe performance of this agreement is subject to any circumstance making it illegal or impossible to hold the exhibit, including Acts of God, war, government regulations, disaster, strikes, civil disorder, or curtailment of transportation facilities. The Agreement may be terminated only for any one of the above reasons by written notice from the Association of the United States Army to the exhibitor. If AUSA must terminate this contract or exhibition (or any part thereof) due to the above mentioned circumstances, AUSA has the sole right to retain such part of the Exhibitor’s rental fee as shall be required to recompense AUSA for expenses incurred up to the time such contingency occurred.

DATES AND HOURS OF EXHIBITSTuesday, 31 March 1045 - 1830Wednesday, 1 April 1045 - 1730Thursday, 2 April 0950 - 1300

ADMISSIONAdmission to the exhibit hall will be limited to AUSA invited guests, including foreign dignitaries, and others who have an identifi able relationship with the United States Army. All visitors will be registered and badged.

BOOTH EQUIPMENTThe price in this agreement includes a booth space with pipe and drape backdrop 8´ in height, pipe and drape divider rails 3´ in height and a standard display sign 44˝ long bearing the Exhibitor’s fi rm name and booth number.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES AND SHIPPING AT EXHIBITOR’S EXPENSEInformation regarding shipping instructions; cost of special booth furniture; labor and carpenters; receiving, handling and storage of crates; special electrical connections, lighting fi xtures, etc., will be sent to you with our Exhibitor Services Manual approximately 60 days prior to move-in.

INSTALLATION AND DISMANTLINGThe installation and dismantling schedule will be included in the Exhibitor Services Manual.

BOOTH SPACE COSTAUSA Sustaining Member organizations $42 per square footAUSA Corporate Members $47 per square footNonmembers $60 per square footGovernment $19 per square foot

ASSIGNMENT & PAYMENT FOR SPACEExhibit space will be allocated by AUSA. It is understood and agreed that NO REFUNDS WILL BE MADE FOR SPACE CANCELLED AFTER 4 FEBRUARY 2015. REFUNDS FOR SPACE CANCELLED PRIOR TO 4 FEBRUARY 2015 WILL BE CONTINGENT UPON THE RESALE OF THIS SPACE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL EXHIBITOR BE PERMITTED TO OCCUPY ITS EXHIBIT SPACE IF FULL PAYMENT HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED.

RESALE/SUBLEASING OF EXHIBIT SPACE Exhibitors may not assign, sublease or otherwise share all or a portion of their exhibit space with any party except a wholly-owned subsidiary, a sister corporation or a company represented by an exhibitor and registered as such with AUSA, without the express written consent of AUSA. This prohibition will be strictly enforced.

LIABILITYThe Association of the United States Army and the Von Braun Center, their management, and all organizations and individuals who are employed by them in connection with this Exposition will not be responsible to Exhibitor and shall be held harmless by Exhibitor for damage or loss to Exhibitor property, or personal injury during the Exposition Period resulting from the negligence of the Association of the United States Army and the Von Braun Center, their management, and all organizations and individuals who are employed by them in connection with this Exposition. Furthermore, the Exhibitor agrees to defend and hold harmless the Association of the United States Army and the Von Braun Center, their management and all organizations and individuals who are employed by them in connection with this Exposition from any liability for damages or loss of property or personal injury resulting from the activities of Exhibitor, regardless of negligence.

AUSA REGULATIONS1) Complete Show Rules & Regulations will be included in the

Exhibitor Services Manual and will be mailed under separate cover.

For further information, please write Exhibits Manager, Industry Affairs, Association of the United States Army,2425 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22201, Telephone (703) 841-4300, ext. 2678, FAX (703) 243-2589.

e-mail: [email protected]

Symposium Registration FormAUSA ILW Global Force Symposium & Exposition

31 March - 2 April 2015 - Huntsville, Alabama

Register online at www.ausa.org

REGISTRATION CUT-OFF DATE 18 MARCH 2015

PAYMENT METHOD

Check enclosed American Express MasterCard Visa

REGISTRATION FEES (Fees include the breakfast and general session):

Payment Received: By COB 18 MAR ON-SITEGovernment/Military Personnel No Charge No Charge

AUSA Sustaining Member $500 $550

AUSA Member $600 $650

(Corporate, Individual, Life Member)

Non-Member $1,000 $1,100 Registration Fee: $________

Card Number __________________________________________________________ Exp. Date _______________

Card Holder’s signature ____________________________________________________________________________

Cancellations: Refunds will be made for those registrants who cancel in writing prior to COB 18 March 2015. Substitutions may be made by faxing the name, title, address and phone number of the replacement, along with the

original registrant’s name, to (703) 243-2589 or by email to [email protected]. On-site substitutions will be accepted

with proper documentation. No refunds for cancellations after 18 March 2015.

Name (including rank): _____________________________________________________________________________

Badge Name (include rank if desired): ______________________________________________________________

Organization/Command: ___________________________________________________________________________

Position/Title: _____________________________________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________

City: _____________________________________ State: _______________ Zip: ____________________________

Telephone: _________________________________________ Fax: ________________________________________

Email: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

FAX with credit card number to (703) 243-2589 or mail with check payable to:

Association of the United States Army

Attn: Industry Affairs Registration

2425 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, VA 22201-3326

Registrations received after 18 March are not guaranteed for pre-registration. Please submit your form early to ensure

it will be processed. On-site registration will be available for those not pre-registered.

AUSA is pleased to offer a variety of sponsorships for the 2015 AUSA ILW Global Force Symposium and Exposition, all of which will enhance your company’s presence at the event. All sponsorships are offered on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis; payment must be received prior to the event.

All sponsors who invest more than $500 will be featured on the Sponsor thank you page in the offi cial Symposium Program and Exhibitor Catalog, and on our website.

1. Networking LoungeSponsor Investment: $15,000Enhance your Global Force presence by helping enhance everyone’s networking experiences! AUSA is pleased to offer a limited number of Networking Lounges in a variety of locations on the Exhibit Hall Floor. This space will include the following:

• Signage placed in the Networking Lounge• Hanging sign identifying your company as the sponsor of the

lounge• Opportunity to display/distribute promotional materials at the

Networking Lounge• Recognition in the Exhibitor Catalog/Program/Show

Guide/Map• Refreshments may be ordered and provided by sponsor at

their discretion

2. Exhibit Hall Graphics Sponsorship (10)Sponsor Investment: $5,000 eachWe offer large output graphics printed on vinyl banners in full color. Your company logo and booth number will be prominently displayed and printed at approximately 10’ X 10’.

3. Symposium Program and Exhibitor Catalog Sponsorships AUSA will produce a combined Symposium Program and Exhibitor Catalog featuring the agenda, a fold out fl oor plan of the exhibits, and an alphabetical listing of all exhibitors as well as product and service descriptions and complete contact information for each exhibiting organization. There are several opportunities to be featured in this publication that will fi t every budget and marketing plan:

a) The Floor Plan sponsorship is an effective way to highlight your participation at the exposition. The Floor Plan sponsorship includes your company logo placed on the perimeter of the fl oor plan, a directional arrow from your logo to your display space, color highlighted display space on the fl oor plan and a color highlighted entry in the exhibitor list. Multiple opportunities available. Sponsor Investment: $5,000

b) The Full-Page Advertisement Sponsorship is a highly effective way to move your message to a large audience. Your full-color company ad will be placed prominently in the interior of the Catalog/Program. Multiple opportunities available. Sponsor investment: $4,000

c) The Cover Sponsorship features your company logo on the front cover – only six available! Sponsor Investment: $3,000

d) The Page Runner Sponsorship features your company logo at the bottom (footer) of each page in the show guide – only two available! Sponsor Investment: $4,000

e) The Premium Listing Sponsorship will feature your company logo in color and your listing highlighted with a box drawn around your description. All exhibitors will have the opportunity to be listed in our catalog, so why not upgrade your listing and make it stand out! Sponsor Investment: $500

4. Charging StationSponsor Investment: $5,000 each Charging Stations provide attendees with a convenient way to charge their mobile devices without leaving the conference area or show fl oor and give you, the sponsor a creative way to capture the attendee’s attention.

5. Pop-Up Meeting Room SponsorshipSponsor Investment: $1,500 per day AUSA will manage a meeting room for attendees to reserve space for “Pop-Up” meetings. This sponsorship includes one sign with your logo outside the meeting room, and bottle water and sodas inside the room. The sponsor is encouraged to supply pens and pads/notebooks with their logo.

6. General Session AmenitiesSponsor Investment: $2,500 per day This sponsorship includes signage placed in the session room acknowledging your company. The sponsor is asked to supply pens and pads/notebooks for attendees, which will be placed at each seat. What better way to reach all conference attendees.

7. Morning Coffee Service (3)Sponsor Investment: $4,000 each • Signage provided by AUSA, placed near the food

service stations• Cocktail napkins with your company logo used during the

event (supplied by sponsor) • Recognition during the General Session

8. Refreshment Breaks (5)Sponsor Investment: $4,000 each There are 3 morning refreshment breaks and 2 afternoon refreshment breaks during the course of the Symposium, all taking place in the exhibit hall. Sponsorship includes:

• Signage provided by AUSA, placed near the food service stations

• Cocktail napkins with your company logo used during the event (supplied by sponsor)

• Recognition during the General Session

9. Opening Reception – Tuesday, 31 March (4)Sponsor Investment: $20,000 This is the premiere social and networking event during the symposium, taking place in the exhibit hall directly after the conclusion of the general session. Sponsorship includes:

• Signage provided by AUSA recognizing the sponsors placed at the entrance to the exhibit hall, and near the food service stations and bars

• Cocktail napkins with your company logo used during the event (supplied by sponsor)

• Recognition during the General Session

10. Attendee Packet StufferExclusive sponsorshipSponsor Investment: $5,000 Symposium participants and Exhibitors receive an attendee packet that contains the Symposium Program and Exhibitor Catalog, fl oor plan and other relevant printed materials. Your printed materials will be included in each attendee packet, and signage will be placed in the Registration area with your logo identifying your company as sponsor of the Attendee Packet. This is an exclusive opportunity.

11. Hotel Key Card Sponsorship What better way to reach attendees than to have your logo handed to them when they check in their hotel?

We are working on the details for this sponsorship – information will be available soon!!

12. Shuttle Bus Sponsorship AUSA will run a shuttle bus service between Huntsville area hotels and the Von Braun Center.

We are working on the details – information will be available soon!!

13. Interactive Floor Plan SponsorshipThis is by far the best way to reach attendees before the symposium and exposition begins! Your logo will be featured on our on-line fl oor map months before you arrive in Huntsville! Each time someone clicks on the map, they will see your branding. Check the website for details!

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

2015 AUSA ILW Global Force Symposium & Exposition31 March - 2 April 2015The Von Braun Center

Huntsville, AL

SPONSORSHIP ORDER FORM

Company Name: Contact Name: Address: City: State: ZIP: Phone: Fax: E-Mail:

Fax to Gaye Hudson at (703) 243-2589. Please select from the following sponsorship(s). No credit cards will be charged until sponsorships are confirmed. Sponsorships are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Mailing Address:

Association of the U.S. ArmyAttn: Gaye Hudson2425 Wilson BlvdArlington, VA 22201

Payment Using Credit Card: Visa MasterCard Amex

Card Number: Exp. Date Company name Card Holder Name: (please print) Signature: Billing Address: City: State: ZIP:

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT FORM FRIDAY, 21 FEBRUARY 2015

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*multiple opportunities

Fold Out Floor Plan*Sponsor Investment: $5,000 each

Morning Coffee Service (3)Sponsor Investment: $4,000 each

Refreshment Breaks (5)Sponsor Investment: $4,000 each

Opening Reception (1)Sponsor Investment: $20,000

Attendee Packet Stuffer (1)Sponsor Investment: $5,000

Networking Lounge*Sponsor Investment: $15,000

Exhibit Hall Graphics Sponsorship*Sponsor Investment: $5,000 each

Exhibit Guide Premium ListingSponsor Investment: $500

Charging Station*Sponsor Investment: $5,000 each

Pop-Up Meeting Room (3)Sponsor Investment: $1,500 per day

General Session Amenities (3)Sponsor Investment: $2,500 per day

Program Full-Page Advertisement*Sponsor Investment: $4,000

Program Cover*Sponsor Investment: $3,000

Program Page Runner*Sponsor Investment: $4,000

Total:__________________________________

AUSA INSTITUTE OF LAND WARFARE

GLOBAL FORCE SYMPOSIUM AND EXPOSITION (Formerly AUSA’s Winter Symposium)

A Professional Development Forum

31 MARCH – 2 APRIL 2015

The Von Braun Center - Huntsville, Alabama

2425 Wilson Blvd.Arlington, VA 22201Phone: (800) 336-4570Fax: (703) 243-2589www.ausa.org

SYMPOSIUMMEETING PLANNER

Contact: Meredith Mangas703-907-2672 Offi ce

703-243-2589 [email protected]

EXHIBITSContact: Rand Meade703-907-2678 Offi ce


SPONSORSHIPSContact: Gaye Hudson

703-907-2401 Offi ce703-243-2589 Fax

[email protected]

REGISTRATIONContact: Kaye Culyba703-907-2416 Offi ce


SUSTAININGMEMBERSHIP

Contact: Alex Brody703-907-2665 Offi ce


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