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SPRINGTRADEEXPOOcean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association

OCEAN CITY SPRING TRADE EXPO

MARCH 4 & 5, 2018OCEAN CITY CONVENTION CENTER

Where Hospitality Buyers & Sellers Meet

5000+ ATTENDEES HOTELS • MOTELS • RESTAURANTS

• BED & BREAKFASTS • BARS • PROPERTY MANAGERS • UNIVERSITIES

“THANK YOU FOR DOING A WONDERFUL JOB YEAR AFTER YEAR!! I CAN PROUDLY SAY THAT MY COMPANY HAS GROWN DIRECTLY BECAUSE OF THE OUTSTANDING JOB YOU DO...THANK YOU AGAIN!”

GEORGE SWAYNGIM PRESIDENT, GEORGEO’S WATER ICE

OVER 300 COMPANIES IN 400+ BOOTH SPACES

CONTACT THE OC SPRING TRADE EXPO STAFF TODAY! 410-289-6733 inquire@ocvisitor.com

“AS ALWAYS, GREAT JOB HOSTING THIS EVENT. GOOD TURN OUT. SAW LOTS OF OWNERS & CLIENTS ON MONDAY. GOOD EVENT OVERALL ... WELL DONE!”

-KIM GILLISBECKER MORGAN GROUP

OUR ATTENDEES

General Manager/ Assistant Manager

Owner

Chef/ Pastry Chef/Sous Chef

Operations/Mainenance

Reservation Agent/ Front Desk/ Housekeeping/ HumanResourcesPurchasing Agent

Server/ Line Cook/ Bartender

B & B/ Campgrounds/Condo/Hotel/Motel/Cleaning Company

Restaurant

School/Cafeteria/Catering

Hospital/Nursing Home

Bar/ Liquor Store

Convenience Store/Coffee Store/Ice Cream Store

Golf Course/ Casino

B & B/ Campgrounds/Condo/Hotel/Motel/Cleaning Company

Restaurant

School/Cafeteria/Catering

Hospital/Nursing Home

Bar/ Liquor Store

Convenience Store/Coffee Store/Ice Cream Store

Golf Course/ Casino

General Manager/ Assistant Manager

Owner

Chef/ Pastry Chef/Sous Chef

Operations/Mainenance

Reservation Agent/ Front Desk/ Housekeeping/ HumanResourcesPurchasing Agent

Server/ Line Cook/ Bartender

EXHIBIT WITH US!Spring Trade Expo is Where Hospitality Buyers and Sellers Meet!

Bringing the industry together since the ‘70s…..we do everything we can to make sure the right customers attend our Expo!

• Direct Mail – close to 10,000 pieces direct mailed to our extensive list of industry businesses • Relationships – leveraging our tourism relationships to hit regional businesses with direct invitations from their tourism leaders• E-Marketing – a series of e-blasts and social media posts showcasing the planned events and reasons to attend• Advertising – trade publications, local print and live radio interviews with excellent coverage• Public Relations – numerous interviews with trade and local media to highlight Expo

REACH A HIGHLY QUALIFIED BUYING AUDIENCE

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BOOTHS AT A GLANCE

YOUR SPACE INCLUDES:• Lowest Rates in the Region• FREE Promotion of your company • Sign with your Company name • 6 ft Undraped table, 2 chairs,trash can • (1) 110V Electrical Outlet• Back & Side Drapes • 10 FREE Exhibitor Badges • Exclusive Access to the Exhibitor’s Hospitality Lounge• Complimentary Fridge/ Freezer Storage • Directory & Online Listings • Ice Service & much more!

This non-union convention center allows for a flexible, low-stress move-in & move-out. Bring your own furnishings & use your own labor for set up and break down for big savings!

EXHIBITING HOURS:Move-in day(s) and times: Friday, 3/2: 9am-5pm Saturday, 3/3: 9am-5pm Sunday, 3/4: 9am-11amExpo Hours: Sunday, 3/4: 11am-5pm Monday, 3/5: 11am-4pmMove-out day(s) and times: Monday, 3/5: 4pm-7pm Tuesday, 3/6: 8am-Noon

EXHIBIT HALL A/B (BLUE SHADE):Largest exhibit hall located on the first floor of the Convention Center Booths are 10’x1o’ Level 1Fees: Corner Booth: $705 Standard Booth: $650BALLROOM HALL (YELLOW SHADE):Exhibit space on second floorBooths are 10’ wide by 8’ deepLevel 2Fees: Corner Booth: $655 Standard Booth: $605

DOCKSIDE HALL (GREEN SHADE):Smallest exhibit hall, large craft brew presence Booths are 10’x1o’ Level 1Fees: Corner Booth: $400 Standard Booth: $350

CONTACT THE OC SPRING TRADE EXPO STAFF TODAY! 410-289-6733 inquire@ocvisitor.com

Additional fees (order from convention center) -Carpeting in Hall A/B & Dockside -Additional Electricity Requirements (beyond supplied 110V outlet)-Cost of Services provided by Convention Center, labor & delivery services, cost of anything delivered to the convention center -Any table draping, additional tables or chairs (1 UNdraped table, 2 chairs provided)

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LEVEL 2: Grand Ballroom Room 213: Exhibitor Hospitality SuiteRoom 210: Educational Session Room Room 208: Culinary Showcase Stage

LEVEL 1: Exhibit Halls A & BDockside Exhibit Hall D

LEVEL 1: EXHIBIT HALLS A&B

Exhibit Hall A/B : (10’x10’ booths)Standard Booth- $650 Corner Booth- $705

Grand Ballroom:(8’ deep x10’ wide booths)Standard Booth- $605Corner Booth- $655

Dockside Exhibit Hall: (10’x10’ Booths)Standard Booth- $350 Corner Booth- $400

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44th Annual Spring Trade Expo

Email Registration Confirmation - $1000Be seen by the approximately 4,000 people who register online to attend this year’s Expo. Your company name, logo and direct link on the confirmation email sent to online registrants.

Keynote speaker sponsor - $1000Hand out flyers or giveaway item to individuals as they enter the Performing Arts Center to see the Keynote Speaker.

Put your business in front of a targeted audience of 4000+ as a spon-sor of the 43rd Annual Spring Trade Expo. Promote your business and market to current, and future customers. Sponsorships are avail-able at a variety of prices and levels. Build your brand’s awareness through these extraordinary opportunities! All sponsorships are first-come, first-served.

43RD ANNUAL SPRING TRADE EXPO

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Bronze Level

Digital Signage - $250 (only 4 spots available)Advertise your company’s 4-color logo and booth number on digital signs placed at registration areas and lobby. Sponsors will be highlighted in 3-second intervals followed by show announcements. All announcements will loop throughout both days of the show.

Event Program Table - $250 Increase your visibility Full color logo and booth number printed on an 8.5 x 11” flyer displayed in an acrylic holder at all program display tables.

“You are Here” Floor Layout Signage - $250 (only 3 available) Increase your identityYour logo, booth number & location at the top of the Floor Layout maps placed by hall entrance.

Smartphone Charging Station - $250 (only 4 available)Your logo & booth number on a BRAND NEW charging station for our atendees to charge their smartphones.

Lobby Signage - $250 (only 4 available)Display your spider banner in the lobby of the Convention Center.

Skybox Banner - $250 (only 2 available)Display your company banner to thousands of attendees and exhibitors. Banner will be hung in skybox overlooking Exhibit Hall A/B.

Attendee Email Alert - $500 (only 2 available)Promote your brand to opt-in list of Expo Attendees! Email to attendees will include important information about the upcoming show. At the bottom of the email we will include, “This email brought to you by...” and list your company’s name, logo and booth number.

Silver Level

Gold Level

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Please complete this form and fax back to OCHM-RA at 410.289.5645. Payment is required to secure sponsorship. Check or credit card will be accepted.

Business Name ___________________________________________________________Contact Name ____________________________________________________________Mailing Address __________________________________________________________City ___________________ State _________________ Zip ________________Phone ________________________ Fax _____________________________ Email__________________________________________________________________Website __________________________________________________________________

Please select your sponsorship level(s):

m Digital Signage - $250 m Event Program Table - $250 m ”You are here” Floor Layout Signage - $250m Smartphone Charging Station - $250m Lobby Signage - $250

m Skybox Banner - $250m Attendee Email Alert - $500 m Email Confirmation - $1000m Keynote Speaker Sponsor- $1000

Payment type: m Check m Visa m MC m Discover m American Express For credit card payment, please complete information below:Card Number ______________________________________ Exp. Date __/__ 3-digit CSV code: ______Billing Address for Card __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Cardholder Signature ______________________________________________________

44TH ANNUAL SPRING TRADE EXPO

SPONSORSHIP FORM

2018 Exhibit Space Contract hotel

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SHOW USE ONLY2018 BOOTH:______

COMPANY NAME ________________________________________________________________________________

KEY CONTACT NAME _____________________________________________________________________________

MAILING ADDRESS ______________________________________________________________________________

CITY __________________________________________________ STATE _______________ ZIP _______________

PHONE _______________________________________ FAX ______________________________________________

EMAIL _______________________________________________ CELL PHONE _______________________________

WEBSITE: (linked online for free!) ____________________________________________________________________

Individual to receive all Expo correspondence

Print name as it should appear on website & print materials

EXHIBIT SPACE Early Bird Discount Drawing! Register to win a free booth by returning contract & 50% deposit of total booth rental

by September 29, 2017. Congrats to Saval Food Service, last year’s winner

2017 Booth #:______ 2018 Exhibit Booth Requested: 1st Choice________2nd Choice________3rd Choice_______ Previous year exhibitors have until September 30, 2017 to reclaim space by deposit.Exhibit Hall A/B (Blue Shade): #______ Standard Booth- $650 #_______Corner Booth- $705Ballroom (Yellow Shade): #______ Standard Booth- $605 #_______Corner Booth- $655Dockside (Green Shade): #______ Standard Booth- $350 #_______Corner Booth- $400 Includes: Back & side drapes, (1) 6’x30” high undraped table, (1) 110 volt electrical outlet and (1) 8” x 40” sign.Will you need additional power? Check box if yes.

Return to: OCHMRA, 5700 Coastal Hwy. Suite 302, Ocean City, MD 21842 or fax to: 410-289-5645Questions? Call 410-289-6733 or email inquire@ocvisitor.com

Enclosed is a check for $______________, in total payment for booth space selected. Please make checks payable to: OCHMRAEnclosed is a check for $_______________, which is 50% of the total cost of booth. Balance due on or before January 4, 2018.Please charge $__________ to my (circle one) MC Visa Amex DiscoverCard # _______________________________________ Exp. ____/____ V-Code _____ (3 digit # on back of card) Signature __________________________________________________________________________________

Accounting & Financial PlannersAdvertising, Marketing & Promo ProductsAir Conditioning & Heating SystemsAir Purifi cation SystemsAmenitiesAppliances & TV’sArcade Amusements/GamesArchitectural Engineering & DesignATM MachinesAudio-Video SystemsAutomatic DoorsAwnings & CanopiesBakery ProductsBanking/Financing/Credit Card ProcessingBannersBathroom Fixtures, Renovation & RepairBeverages & Beverage EquipmentBoilers, Compressors, Pumps & FiltrationBreweries & Distilleries Builders/ConstructionBusiness Equipment & Offi ce SuppliesCabinetry & CountertopsCandy/Snacks/Convenience ItemsCarpet, Restoration & Upholstery Cleaning

CeilingsCoatings ContractorCoff ee, Espresso & Related ProductsComputer Software, POS & PMS SystemsConcrete Decks CPR/AED TrainingDessertsDishwashingDonut EquipmentDrink MixesEducation & OrganizationsElectronic Locks & Key Cards Elevator Sales & ServiceEnergy & UtilitiesEntertainment & RecreationExterior RailingsFacility Maintenance Fiberglass ProductsFire Systems/ServicesFire, Wind & Water RestorationFitness & HealthcareFlooring Products & Tile/Grout CleaningFood Products & Gourmet SpecialtiesFryer ManagementFurniture & Furnishings, Art & MirrorsGuest Room AccessoriesGutter Systems

Ice ProductsInsurance Interior DesignInternet, Computer Networking & Web DesignJanitorial/ChemicalsKitchen Equipment, Repair & CleaningLandscaping Laundry EquipmentLighting Maintenance & Installation Line Stripping Linen ServiceLuggage CartsMattresses, Bedding & Pillows Menus & Menu SignsOffi ce ProductsPaper ProductsParty SuppliesPayroll ServicesPest ControlPhotographyPlumbingPool Equipment & FurniturePressure WashingPrinters & Graphic DesignProperty Maintenance Real EstateScreen Printing & Embroidered Products

Roofi ng & Sheet Metal Contracting ServicesSeafoodSecurity & Video SurveillanceSignsStaffi ng & TrainingStorm & Security ShuttersTabletop China/GlasswareTelecommunication Equip. & Services/2-way RadiosTowels & BathrobesUniformsVacuumsVending Waste & RecyclingWater Service & TreatmentWindows & Wallcoverings Wine & SpiritsOther:

Please circle the categories in which you want to be listed:

Sunday, March 4, 2018 11am - 5pm

Monday, March 5, 201811am - 4pm

Ocean City Convention Center

1. ASSIGNMENT OF DISPLAY SPACESpace will be assigned by the Management in accordance with the policy announced at the time display space is off ered for reservation. The Man-agement reserves the right to relocate display areas for the benefi t of the exhibitor, or for the betterment of the exposition. No contract shall be in force until signed by the Management.2. PAYMENT FOR DISPLAY SPACEPartial or the entire payment may be made when the display space is re-quested. Al space must be paid for in full ninety (90) days before the open-ing date of the exposition. Space not paid for by this date will be subject to cancellation and resale by the Management. Space reserved within ninety (90) days of the opening date must be paid for in full at the time application is made.3. CANCELLATION OF DISPLAY SPACEDisplay space may be canceled up to ninety (90) days prior to the opening date of the exposition and will be charged a $50 processing fee; a cancel-lation charge equal to one half the price of the space will be made by the Management for space canceled forty fi ve (45) to ninety (90) days prior to the opening date of the exposition, and, a cancellation charge equal to the full price of the space if canceled within forty fi ve (45) working days of the opening date of the exposition. In case the exposition shall not be held, for any reason whatsoever, the rental and lease of space to the exhibitor shall be terminated, in which case the limit of claim for damage and/or compen-sation by the exhibitor shall be the prorate amount paid.4. USE OF DISPLAY SPACE(a) In the event the exhibitor fails to install his display within the time limit set for opening the exposition, or fails to pay the space rental at the time specifi ed or fails to comply with any provisions concerning his use of dis-play space, the Management shall have the right possession of said space and resell same, or any part thereof.(b) All demonstrations, sales activities and distribution of circulars and pro-motion material must be confi ned to the limits of exhibitors booth. (No exhibitor shall assign, sublet, or share the space assigned without consent of the Management). Exhibitors must display goods manufactured or dealt in by them in their regular course of business, unless otherwise approved by the Management.(c) Exhibits, which include the operation of musical instruments, radios, sound, motion picture equipment, public address systems, or any noise making machines must be operated so that the noise resulting from there will not annoy or disturb adjacent exhibitors and their patrons, and must be approved by the Management. Annoying fl ashing lights are prohibited.5. HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS(a) The standard booth equipment has a back wall 8 feet high and division side walls 33 inches high. The back half of the side walls of the booth may extend to the height of the back wall. The upper front half of the side wall must be open to permit side viewing through the booth.(b) A piece of equipment or a product that is an integral part of the display but not part of the booth, may extend above the back wall, as approved by the Management.(c) In no instance will the exhibitor be permitted to install a sign descriptive placard above the back wall.(d) The above and any other special or unusual exhibit construction or installation must be approved, in advance, by the Management.6. INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF DISPLAYS(a) All displays must be erected and completely arranged for viewing by the date and hour offi cially announced for the opening of the exhibition, or for offi cial inspection by the Management.(b) Noisy or unsightly work in any exhibitor’s booth area after the above deadline is prohibited during exhibit hours.(c) Goods received after the opening of the exhibition must be delivered to the booth and arranged at times other than offi cial exhibit hours.(d) Goods and materials used in any display (except bona fi de samples) may not be removed from the exhibit hall or any outdoor exposition area until the exposition has been offi cially closed without the approval of the Management.(e) The deadline for clearance of all materials from the exhibit hall will be enforced. It is the sole responsibility of each to have materials packed, identifi ed and cleared for shipment by such time.(f) The Management reserves the right, with no liability whatsoever for damage, spoilage, or loss, to dismantle dispose of, store and clear from the premises any display material, goods, property, or merchandise of an ex-hibitor who has failed to comply with the previous requirement, or to order such work to be done at the sole expense of the exhibitor.

7. OPERATING RESTRICTIONS(a) The Management reserves the right to restrict displays which because of noise, methods of operation, materials, or for any reason, become ob-jectionable; and, to prohibit or remove any displays, which, in the opinion of the Management, detracts from the general character or appearance of the exposition.(b) No fi rm or organization not assigned space in the exposition will be permitted to solicit business within the exhibit area.(c) Trade publications are prohibited from soliciting subscriptions or adver-tising, except in their respective booths. Promotional activities will not be permitted outside assigned areas.(d) The serving and distribution of alcoholic beverages is subject to the shows regulations.(e) The use of live models, performers, and similar persons within the exhibit area for demonstrations, explanations, etc., shall be subject to the approval of the Management.8. STORAGE OF PACKING CRATES AND BOXESExhibitors will not be permitted to store packing crates and boxes in their booths during the show period. But these, when properly marked, will be stored and returned to the booth by show employees. It is the exhibitor’s responsibility to mark and identify his crates. Crates not properly marked or identifi ed may be destroyed.9. CARE OF BUILDING AND EQUIPMENTExhibitors and their agents shall not injure or deface walls, fl oors, or any part of the exhibit building, or booth materials and equipment of another exhibitor. When such damage appears, the exhibitor causing such dam-age is liable to the owner of the property so damaged.10. PUBLIC POLICY(a) Each exhibitor is charged with knowledge of and compliance with all laws, ordinances and regulations pertaining to health, fi re prevention and public safety.(b) All booth decorations must be fl ame proofed and all hangings must clear the fl oor. Electrical wiring must conform with National Electrical Code Safety Rules. If inspection indicates neglect in complying with these regu-lations, or otherwise presents a fi re hazard or danger, the Management may cancel all or such part of a display as may be irregular, and eff ect the removal of same at the exhibitor’s expense (A fi re extinguisher must be provided.)11. EXHIBITOR’S AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVESEach exhibitor shall provide Management, in advance, the name and title of the person who will be in attendance at the exposition and responsible for the installation, operation and removal of the exhibit. Said representative shall be authorized to enter into such service contracts as may be neces-sary, for which the exhibitor shall be responsible. Badges must be worn on show fl oor at all times.12. LIABILITY AND INSURANCE(a) Every reasonable precaution will be taken by the Management to pro-tect property during installation show period and removal. However, nei-ther the sponsor of the exposition, the Management, service contractors, building or ground offi cials, nor any offi cers, staff members, or directors of any of the same, are responsible for the safety of the property of exhibitors from theft or damage by fi re, accident, vandalism, or other causes. Secu-rity will be on the premises as required.(b) All property of the exhibitor will remain under his custody and control in transit to, from, and within the confi nes of the exhibit hall, subject to the rules and regulations of the exposition. Exhibitors must carry appropriate insurance to cover display materials against damage and loss, and public liability insurance against injury to the person and property of others.13. AGREEMENTBy signing the space application on the other side of this page, the exhibitor agrees to abide by these Rules and Regulations and the decisions of the Management.14. LIABILITYExhibitor agrees to make no claim against the Ocean City Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association nor its members, agents, employees, nor against the Ocean City Convention Center for loss, theft, damage or destruction of goods, nor for any injury to himself or employees while in the exposi-tion quarters, nor for any damage of any nature or character whatsoever, including any damage to his business by reason of the failure to provide space for the exhibit, or the removal of the exhibit, nor for any action of any nature of the Association or its members, committees, employees or agents, nor for failure to hold the Show as scheduled.

EXPOSITION RULES AND REGULATIONS

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