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PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION

PLA2016CONFERENCEEXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS &

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

CONFERENCE DATES

APRIL 5-9EXHIBIT DATES

APRIL 6-8COLORADO CONVENTION CENTER

DENVER, COLORADO

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THE PUBLIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION INVITES YOU…Offered biennially, PLA Conference has a reputation for excellence in the public library world. The Conference includes nearly 200 professional development programs, numerous social events and networking opportunities, and a bustling exhibit hall.

Join more than 5,000 public library professionals in Denver, April 5-9, 2016!

EXHIBIT YOUR LIBRARY PRODUCTS & SOLUTIONS Dedicated exclusively to public libraries and featuring a 70,000+ square foot exhibit hall, PLA 2016 is the premier place to reach thousands of professionals with INFLUENCE and BUYING POWER:

OUR ATTENDEES

ARE INTERESTED IN THE FOLLOWING PRODUCTS & SERVICES

Architecture FirmsArchival ProductsAssistive Listening DevicesAudio BooksAudio Visual EquipmentAutomationBooksBooks/Audio LeasingCatalogingComputer Hardware/SoftwareConsulting ServicesCopiersDatabaseDirectoriesDisaster PlanningDisplay Cases/Fixtures/Systemse-Books

Electronic Library KioskFacilities ManagementFilm, Video, & DVDFinancial Information ProviderFund RaisingFurnitureGenealogyGovernment ServicesGraduate StudiesGraphic Novels/Comic BooksJournalsLibrary CardsPromotional ProductsLiteracyMagazinesMagnetic Stripe CardsMedia Management

MusicOnline Search ServicesOutreachPhoto ID SystemsReference SystemsRelocation ServicesSecurity SystemsShelvingSign SystemsSubscriptionSuppliesTrainingVideo GamesWeb Products

& MORE!

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OPERATING BUDGET$99,999 or less 2.5%

$100,000-$399,999 10.7%$400,000-$699,999 9.0%$700,000-$999,999 7.6%

$1 million-$5 million 42.5%$5 million or more 27.8%

LIBRARY FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

Administration 61.9%Public Services (reference or circulation) 45.0%

Technical Services (acquisitions, cataloging, etc.) 14.9%Information Technology (website, training, etc.) 15.2%

Outreach (marketing, public relations, etc.) 21.8%Other 9.1%

“If you are in the public library market in any way, shape, or form, PLA should be a

must attend show for your company.”

KIRSTEN BOEHM, COMPRISE

TECHNOLOGIES, INC.

84% OF OUR ATTENDEES VISIT THE EXHIBIT HALL 3+ TIMES!

2.5%

9%

42.5%

10.7%7.6%

27.8% 45%

14.9% 15.2%21.8%

9.1%

61.9%

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EXHIBITOR BENEFITSNETWORK WITH ATTENDEES• Over 16 hours of exhibit time, with 40+% of the hall hours being dedicated,

non-compete time. • Targeted Networking Events on the show floor including Exhibits Opening

& Closing Receptions, and refreshment breaks• Access to the conference plenary and educational sessions

MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES• Company listing in the online and onsite Program Guide• Opportunity to purchase the attendee pre and post show lists• Inclusion in the PLA 2016 mobile app• Options to enhance your exhibit presence with an exclusive

sponsorship and advertising program• Early sign-up for PLA 2018!

BOOTH DETAILS$2,300 per 10’ x 10’ booth reserved. There is a $200 additional charge per exposed corner. Please see the Exhibit Space Application for payment details.

STANDARD BOOTH INCLUSIONS:• 8’ high back drape and 33’’ side drape (inline booths)• Booth ID sign with company name and booth number (inline booths)• (8) Eight complimentary exhibitor registrations per 10’x10’ booth reserved,

with a maximum of 40• Complimentary exhibit hall guest passes to invite your customers and

prospects to PLA 2016, maximum 40• 40+% Dedicated Exhibit Hours!

SCHEDULEMOVE INMonday, April 4, 20168:00 am - 5:00 pmTuesday, April 5, 20168:00 am - 5:00 pmWednesday, April 6, 20168:00 am - 12:00 pm

EXHIBITS OPENWednesday, April 6, 20164:00 pm - 6:30 pmThursday, April 7, 20169:30 am - 5:00 pmFriday, April 8, 20169:30 am - 4:00 pm

MOVE OUTFriday, April 8, 20164:00 pm - 11:45 pmSaturday, April 9, 20168:00 am - 12:00 pm

*subject to change

CONTACT US:Exhibit, Advertisement & Sponsorship Opportunities

CORCORAN EXPOSITIONS, INC.Show Management312.541.0567

CARLY DIVITOExhibit [email protected]

MARY MICHALIKSponsorship [email protected]

“PLA is the perfect show for our company because it caters specifically to our target audience of public libraries. My only complaint is that it isn’t held every year!”

BRIAN BREHM, TLC - THE LIBRARY CORPORATION

“PLA has consistently been the most successful trade show for reaching our core customers.”

RAYMOND HOGLE, INSPIRATIONAL DISTRIBUTORS

#1 Private Tutor3 Branch ProductsABC-CLIOABDO Publishing CompanyAbingdon PressAccessible Archives, Inc.AccuCut SystemsActrace, LLCAgati, Inc.ALA - Allied Professional AssociationAlexander Street PressAlliance Entertainment Altarama Information SystemsAmerican Library Association - ALAAssociation for Library Collections & Technical ServicesAssociation for Library Service to ChildrenAtoZdatabasesAudio EditionsAudioGO Auto-Graphics, Inc.AWEAwesome Box by the Harvard LibraryB & H Publishing GroupB-books, Ltd. /Kiki Magazine Backstage Library Works Baker & Taylor, Inc.Baker Publishing Group BayScan Technologies, LLCBearport Publishing Company, Inc.Beijing Language & Culture University PressBepress Digital CommonsBernan Better Containers Mfg. Co.Better World BooksBi-Folkal Productions, Inc.BiblioCommons Inc.BibliolabsBiblionixBibliotheca Biblomodel, SA de CVBig Cozy BooksBirchard Co.Blocks Rock LLC The Book House, Inc.Book SystemsBooklist PublicationsBookPageBooks Galore, Inc.booksiteBoopsieBrainfuseBridge PublicationsBrilliance PublishingBritannica Digital LearningBrodart Co.Burgeon Group LLC

Bywater SolutionsCapira Technologies, LLCCapstone Cardinal Publishers GroupCareer CruisingCavendish SquareCelayix SoftwareCenter Point Large PrintCenters for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)Chelsea Green PublishingCherry Lake Publishing / Sleeping Bear PressChicago One Stop Child’s PlayChildren’s Plus, Inc.ChiliFresh Enterprises, Inc.ChinaSprout, Inc.CIVICTechnologies, Inc.CLCD LLCClear-Vu Colibri Systems North America, Inc.Collaborative Summer Library ProgramCombined Book ExhibitCommodity Futures Trading CommissionComprise TechnologiesCompuTrain Accounting SoftwareCounting Opinions (SQUIRE) LtdCounty of LA Public LibraryThe Creative CompanyCrisis Prevention Institute (CPI) The Crowley CompanyCybrarian Ventures Pte LtdD-Tech International USA, LLC.D.K. Agencies (P) Ltd.David C CookDavidson Titles, Inc.DemcoDewberryDiamond Book DistributorsDisney-Hyperion BookDK Publishing, Inc.DLSG at Image AccessDreamscape Dreamspinner Presse-ImageData CorpEast View Information ServicesEBSCO Information Services Eerdmans Books for Young ReadersEmery-Pratt CompanyEngagedPatrons.orgEngberg Anderson, Inc. EnvisionWareEquinox SoftwareeSequels.comEstey / TennscoEuromonitor InternationalEustis Chair

Evanced SolutionsFamily Search Farber Specialty VehiclesFax24 Public Fax ServiceFindawayFirefly BooksFitzhenry & WhitesideFlorida Library Designs, Inc.Fortres Grand CorporationThe Foundation CenterGalaxy Press Gale, Cengage LearningGareth Stevens PublishingGaylord Bros.Geographic Research Inc.Gressco LtdGrey House PublishingGuys Read Read Gals Read UnitedHachette Book GroupHal Leonard CorporationHallett & Sons Expert Movers, Inc.Happy FeetHarlequin Enterprises, Ltd.HarperCollins Children’s BooksHarperCollins PublishersHCI (Health Communications, Inc.)HGA Architects and Engineers HHS Office of Minority Health Resource CenterHidell and Associates Architects Inc.Houghton Mifflin HarcourtIllinois Library AssociationIndependent Publishers GroupIndex DataIndia for Everyone & Raha BooksIndiana Historical SocietyIndiana Ready Mixed Concrete Association - IRMCAIndus International, Inc.Influx Library User ExperienceInfovision Software, Inc.Ingram Content GroupInnovative Interfaces, Inc.Inspirational DistributorsInstitute of Museum & Library ServicesInterfaceiTeam Resources, Inc.ITMS Group / International Trade & Marketing ServicesJanWay CompanyJist PublishingJohnson Roberts Associates, Inc.KAPCO Book ProtectionKaplan ElementaryKensington Publishing KI Laptops AnytimeLearning Props L.L.C.

PLA 2014 EXHIBITORS

PLA 2014 EXHIBITORS

LEID ProductsLerner Publishing GroupLibLime, a Division of PTFSLibrarica LLCLibrary Bureau SteelLibrary Ideas, LLCThe Library Store, Inc.Library Strategies Consulting GroupLibrary Video NetworkLibraryInsight, Inc.LibraryThingLittle Brown Books for Young Readers Llewellyn Worldwide, Ltd.Lucas Color CardLynda.comLyngsoe Systems, Inc.LYRASISMacmillanMacmillan Children’s Publishing Group Magazine Subscription Service AgencyMango LanguagesMARCIVE, Inc.Master Communications, Inc.McFarland & Company Inc., PublishersMcGraw-HillMedia SourceMedical Library AssociationMelville House PublishingMergent, Inc.Merriam-Webster, Inc.Microsoft CorporationMidwest Library ServiceMidwest TapeMilliken MJ Industriesmk Sorting SystemsMoody PublishersMorningstar, Inc.Motion Picture Licensing CorporationMovie Licensing USAMulti-Cultural Books and VideosMyHeritage - WorldVitalRecordsNagle Hartray ArchitectureNational Geographic SocietyNational Library of Medicine National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (Library of Congress)The National Underwriter CompanyNatureMaker, Inc.New Urban DistributorsNew York Times by On the Avenue MarketingNewsBank, Inc.Northern MicrographicsOBS INC.Oceanview PublishingOCLC, Inc.OCS Inc.Orange County Library Systems

Orca Book PublishersOverDrive Inc. Oxford University PressP.V.Supa Inc.p4A.comPaizo PublishingPalmieri Furniture Papercutz/NBM Graphic NovelsPBS Educational MediaPeachtree PublishersPearls With Purpose Peek-A-Book / BookViewPenguin Group (USA)Penguin Young Readers GroupThe Penworthy CompanyPerseus Books GroupPlymouth Rocket, Inc.Polaris Library Systems PronunciatorProQuestPSI Plastic GraphicsPublic Information Kiosk, IncPublisher SpotlightPublishers Group WestQuality Books, Inc.Quipu Group, LLCRAILS - Reaching Across Illinois Library System Rainbow Book CompanyRandom House, Inc.Rasmussen Software, Inc.Recorded BooksReference & User Services Association / RUSAReferenceUSARhode Island NoveltyRoad ScholarRomance Writers of AmericaThe Rosen Publishing Group Rowman & Littlefield Publishing GroupRTI - DVD/CD Repair MachinesSAGE PublicationsSan Jose State University - SLISSchedule3W - Medianet - Dymaxion Research, Ltd.Scholastic Library PublishingSculptureworks, Inc.SenSource, Inc.Shoutbomb, LLCShowcasesSimon & Schuster SirsiDynix Sisters in Crime Sourcebooks, Inc.ST Imaging, Inc.StackMapStandard & Poor’sStanger Litho Library Services Div.Star Bright BooksStarWalkKids Media

StayConnectedSterling Publishing Co, IncStoneware, IncStop Falling ProductionsSyracuse University iSchoolTalkingtech Ltd.Tanglewood PublishingTappé AssociatesTech Logic TechSoup for Libraries / TechSoupp GlobalTEI Landmark AudioTesco Learning EnvironmentsThe Library Corporation - TLC Thomas Klise / Crimson Multimedia3M Library SystemsThrift Books, LLCTimberland Regional LibraryTMC Furniture, Inc.Today’s Business Solutions Inc.Tor / Forge BooksTotal Boox Ltd.Transparent LanguageTreehouse Island Inc.Tsai Fong Books, Inc.Turtleback BooksTutor.comTyndale House PublishersU.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Unique Management Services, Inc.University of California PressUniversity of Illinois Graduate School of Library and Information ScienceUniversity of North Texas (Library & Information Sciences)University of Washington Information School University of Wisconsin - MadisonUniversity of Wisconsin - Milwaukee School of Information StudiesUnshelved / Overdue Media LLC UpstartUrban Libraries CouncilUserfulVanguard ID SystemsVenMill Industries Inc.Video LibrarianVTLS, Inc.W. T. Cox SubscriptionsW.W. Norton & Company, Inc.Watson Label ProductsWebClarity Software Inc.Weston Woods / Scholastic AudioWileyWorkman Publishing Co.World Book, Inc.World Media Group, Inc.World Wisdom and Wisdom Inc.Zondervan

PARTNER BENEFITS PLATINUM$10,000+

GOLD$5,000+

SILVER$1,000+

Use of “A PLA Platinum Partner” and PLA logo on your company website for the commitment year and a banner/block advertisement in one (1) PLA Conference e-Newsletter (distributed to more than 10,000 PLA members). Deadlines apply.

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Priority booth selection for the PLA 2018 Conference. Priority determined by sponsorship level along with number of years exhibiting and total booth footprint.

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Priority hotel block selection for your staff at PLA 2016 Conference hotels. Deadlines may apply and after the deadline, priority selection will be offered on a space available basis.

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Partner recognition on the main PLA Partners banner at the entrance of the PLA Conference. Logo Logo

Partner recognition on the PLA Conference website and www.pla.org.

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Verbal recognition from the podium at the Opening General Session and Closing Session. • •

Partner recognition on PLA Partners slide show during walk-in and walk-out of the Opening and Closing Sessions. Logo Logo Name only

Partner recognition stars for your booth in the Exhibit Hall. • • •

Partner badge ribbons for your booth staff at the PLA Conference. • • •

Partner recognition in PLA Conference e-Newsletters through the course of your sponsorship.

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Partner recognition in PLA Conference Final Program and Show Daily. Logo Logo Name only

Partner recognition on PLA Conference marketing materials, sent to all PLA members, as well as ALA public librarians and others, in the months prior to the PLA Conference. Timing of your commitment may impact which materials can include your recognition.

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Partner recognition in fall issue of Public Libraries magazine. To guarantee, sponsorship must be confirmed by November 15, 2015. Logo Logo Name only

PLA 2016 CONFERENCE PARTNER BENEFITS

MEETING & SESSION SPONSORSHIPSOPENING SESSION WITH ANDERSON COOPER$5,000 EACH OR $10,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OF EVENTAs the official kick-off to the PLA Conference, the Opening Session offers a great opportunity to be one of the first companies to capture the attention of attendees with influence and buying power. Approximately 5,000 public library professionals attend the session. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Signage featuring your logo as attendees enter and exit the Opening Session

• Signage featuring your logo at the book signing table, if applicable• Verbal recognition for your company from the podium• Company logo included next to the program listing on the PLA

Conference website and in marketing materials• VIP seating for two company representatives• Company logo displayed on large screens at the front of the stage

during the beginning and end of session• Depending on the level of partnership, this commitment includes all

other Gold or Platinum Partner benefits

CLOSING SESSION WITH TIG NOTARO$5,000 EACH OR $10,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OF EVENTApproximately 5,000 public library professionals attend the Closing Session. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Signage featuring your logo as attendees enter and exit the Closing Session

• Signage featuring your logo at the book signing table, if applicable• Verbal recognition for your company from the podium• Company logo included next to the program listing on the PLA

Conference website and in marketing materials• VIP seating for two company representatives• Company logo displayed on large screens at the front of the stage

during the beginning and end of session• Depending on the level of partnership, this commitment includes

all other Gold or Platinum Partner benefits

PRECONFERENCES AND PROGRAMS$5,000 AND $10,000Multiple opportunities available. PLA is the recognized leader in public library continuing education offerings. PLA Conference preconferences and programs attract from 100–1,000 attendees. Sponsor the program content that complements your company’s products and services. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Logo recognition on signage outside of the program room(s)• Recognition in conference materials as a program sponsor• Company logo included next to the program listing on the PLA

Conference website and in marketing materials• Depending on the level of partnership, this commitment includes all


VIRTUAL CONFERENCE$5,000 EACH OR $10,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OF EVENTReach beyond the conference walls and make your organization visible to in-person attendees, as well as those participating in the Virtual Conference. The Virtual Conference content is available to attendees for a year after the Conference. In addition to the 300–500 attendees who will participate in just the Virtual Conference, all PLA Conference attendees have access to the Virtual Conference. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Recognition in all Virtual Conference specific marketing pieces• Recognition on the Virtual Conference website• A link to your website from the Virtual Conference website• Depending on the level of partnership, this commitment includes all


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THE PLA 2016 CONFERENCE OFFERS MANY GREAT OPPORTUNITIES TO SHOW YOUR PARTNER SUPPORT TO THOUSANDS OF PUBLIC LIBRARIANSSpecific Partner opportunities and recognition benefits are detailed below.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE EVENTS

EXHIBIT HALL OPENING RECEPTION$5,000 EXCLUSIVEThe Opening Reception attracts the majority of conference attendees, all eager to get a glimpse of the Exhibit Hall. Capitalize on the high energy of attendees when the hall opens by sponsoring this event, which includes appetizers. Exclusive benefits include:

• Announcements in the hall during reception to thank you for your support

• Signage at the entry to the show floor acknowledging your sponsorship

• Signage featuring your logo as sponsor at the refreshment areas on the Exhibit Hall floor

• Event is scheduled during a “no conflict” time, meaning no other events take place during the Opening Reception

• Includes all Gold Partner benefits

ALL CONFERENCE RECEPTION$12,000 FOR TITLE SPONSORSHIPIncrease your company’s visibility by sponsoring the All Conference Reception. A perennial favorite of conference attendees, the All Conference Reception features an evening of lively entertainment and hors d’oeuvres where more than 3,000 attendees mix and mingle with their peers. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Logo recognition on signage at the entrance of the event, at food stations and on the entertainment stage

• Logo recognition on table tents throughout the event space• Exclusive naming rights (The “PLA All Conference Reception —

sponsored by YOUR COMPANY NAME”)• Opportunity to provide cups and napkins with your company logo

(Additional fee required. Must be approved by PLA.)• Complimentary hospitality/drink tickets for your staff• Includes all Platinum Partner benefits

EXHIBITS CLOSING RECEPTION$5,000 EXCLUSIVEPLA surveys indicate 99% of attendees visit the Exhibit Hall and 84% of those attendees visit more than three times during the conference. Scheduled during a “no conflict” time, the Closing Reception offers attendees the opportunity to visit the Exhibit Hall one last time, networking with exhibitors while enjoying refreshments. Exclusive benefits include:

• Announcements in the hall during reception to thank you for your support

• Signage at entry to show floor acknowledging your sponsorship• Signage featuring your logo as sponsor at refreshment areas on

exhibit hall floor• Event is scheduled during a “no conflict” time, meaning no

other events take place during the Closing Reception• Includes all Gold Partner benefits

EXHIBIT HALL COFFEE BREAKS$5,000 (THREE (3) OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.)An estimated 7,000 conference attendees visit the exhibits during the designated coffee breaks to enjoy refreshments in the Exhibit Hall. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Announcements in the hall during a coffee break to thank you for your support

• Signage at the entry to the show floor acknowledging your sponsorship

• Signage featuring your logo as sponsor at coffee stations on the Exhibit Hall floor

• Opportunity to provide branded napkins for the break (Additional fee required. Must be approved by PLA.)


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ATTENDEE SERVICESINTERNET CAFÉ $5,000 EACH OR $10,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OF CAFÉS (TWO (2) OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.)The Internet Cafés are where attendees converge to check e-mail, confirm flights, and stay connected with the office and home throughout the conference. Located in high traffic areas, your sponsorship will be visible to those using the cafés as well as to the heavy conference foot traffic. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Sponsor recognition signage at the Internet Café, as well as on all directional signage

• Your company message included on all computer station wallpapers and screen savers

• Depending on level of partnership, includes Gold or Platinum Partner benefits

HOTEL KEYCARDS$10,000 EXCLUSIVEBe the last name attendees see as they leave their rooms for the conference and the first when they return to their rooms in the evening. Your company message and the PLA 2016 logo will appear on each keycard, providing your company with thousands of impressions. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Your 2-color artwork will be printed on all keycards used at the conference hotels

• Includes all Platinum Partner benefits

MOBILE APP$2,500 EACH BANNER, $10,000 FOR SPLASH SCREEN AND BANNER OR $15,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIPOne (1) splash screen and six (6) main menu banners available. Conference attendees rely on the mobile app to help navigate all of the educational and social opportunities onsite. Get your brand in front of our attendees every time they use the app to search for interesting sessions and speakers, check their personalized conference schedule, or plan their exhibit hall visits. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Your company logo included on mobile app splash screen, which displays each time the app is opened

• Your clickable banner posted at the top of main menu screen, cycling through at 5 second intervals (6 banners available)

• Depending on level of partnership, includes Silver or Platinum Partner benefits

CHARGING STATION$7,500 Enable participants to power up their smart phones, laptops, and other wireless devices without leaving the convention center. The station will be placed in a high-traffic area where it will be sure to draw attention and appreciation from attendees as you rescue them from the dreaded “low battery” signal. Sponsor’s artwork appears prominently on the station. (Artwork provided by the sponsor.) Sponsorship benefits include:

• Your company artwork will appear on the Charging Station• Sponsor recognition signage near the station, as well as on all

directional signage• Includes all Gold Partner benefits

WIFI LOUNGE$5,000 PER LOUNGEBe the company that makes it possible for attendees to relax and catch up with the office and home in the Exhibit Hall WiFi Lounge. Sponsorship benefits include:

• Your company artwork will appear on four (4) photo tec wall squares located in the WiFi Lounge area and the side tables in each lounge area

• Signage acknowledging your sponsorship in the WiFi Lounge area• Includes all Gold Partner benefits

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIESBANNER IN MAIN LOBBY$7,500Do it up big! Place your company-designed artwork on a banner than measures 30’ wide x 6’ high. Hanging in the main lobby everyone will take notice of your message.

• Your custom-designed artwork will be on a banner that hangs just above the PLA registration area.


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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES (CONT.) LAVATORY SPONSORSHIP$7,500Reach your customers in one of the most unusual places! Put your company message in the men’s and women’s lavatories around the Exhibit Hall and session rooms. Benefits include:

• Your custom-designed artwork will be on eighty (80) signs, measuring 8” x 14”, in the men’s and women’s lavatories above the urinals and on the back of the restroom stall doors.

• Includes signs in the restroom lavatories surrounding the sessions & exhibit hall


EXHIBIT HALL AISLE SIGNS$7,500Increase awareness of your company by exclusively displaying your company logo on all overhead Aisle Signs throughout the show floor. Attendees will see your logo each time they look for an aisle number. Includes 12 aisles. Benefits include:

• Your company logo and booth number are displayed on all Exhibit Hall Aisle Signs


STAIRS IN MAIN LOBBY$6,000As attendees walk through the main lobby to the Exhibit Hall they will see your company message on the staircase located directly across from the Exhibit Hall escalator. Place your company artwork on 10 stairs with each stair measuring almost 12’ wide.

• Your custom-designed artwork will be on 10 stairs in the main lobby area


GLASS CLINGS ON ESCALATOR TO EXHIBIT HALL$6,000Place your company-designed artwork on the outside of the escalators that transport attendees to the PLA Exhibit Hall. PLA attendees will walk through the lobby and travel the escalators several times each day giving you thousands of impressions.

• Your custom-designed artwork will be on the sides of the escalators going up to the Exhibit Hall


GENERAL SUPPORTAvailable at all levels. Show your organization’s ongoing support for PLA all year and at the PLA Conference through your general support partnership. Enjoy benefits at the conference, including:

• Announcements thanking you as a PLA Partner• Links from the PLA website to your site• Partner benefits at the Platinum, Gold or

Silver level, based on the contribution

TO RESERVE YOUR SPONSORSHIP, PLEASE CONTACT:MATT MCLAUGHLIN312.265.9655 | [email protected]

MARY MICHALIK312.265.9650 | [email protected]

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE PARTNER PROGRAM, CONTACT:SCOTT G. ALLEN MS, Program Manager, Public Library Association312.280.5858 | [email protected]

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TABLETOP DECALS$4,000 EXCLUSIVEYour company artwork will cover ten (10) breakout tables across from the PLA registration counters. Attendees will take advantage of this convenient seating area to network, have lunch or simply sit and relax. Each table decal measures 2’x2’.

STANDING SIGN BOARD$2,500Four (4) opportunities available.Your advertisement will be prominently displayed on these freestanding, double sided sign boards. Measuring 8’ high x 3’ wide, your sign board will be placed in a high traffic area at the conference.

VIRTUAL CONFERENCE BAG$2,000Minimize your environmental impact while saving your company the cost and hassle of printing and shipping printed inserts. The Virtual Conference Bag (VCB) will be easily accessible and available to all conference attendees before, during and after the conference. Post-event analytics and metrics will be provided to each sponsor.

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