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Exhibitor Prospectus

117th Annual National PTA®

Convention and Exhibition

Duke Energy Convention Center | June 20-23, 2013 | Cincinnati, Ohio

Exhibits: June 20-22, 2013• Reach more than 1,000 PTA

decision makers and leaders

• Enjoy 12 exhibit hours

• Connect with local, state, and national PTA leaders

• Gain valuable exposure for your brand, products, and services

• Support PTA’s e� orts to advocate for every child

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Dear Prospective Exhibitors:

Please join us in Cincinnati, Ohio, from June 20-23 for the 117th Annual National PTA

Convention and Exhibition. More than 1,000 infl uential PTA representatives from nearly

25,000 local units will be looking for innovative products and services for their PTAs.

PTA leaders want to implement innovative fundraising programs, improve school and

PTA operations, and enhance student well-being. They are interested in your off erings

and eager to share your information with other leaders and families within their schools.

Do not miss this unique opportunity to present to our highly infl uential and engaged

audience.

This year, we have planned an exhibit schedule that includes dedicated exhibit time with

opportunities to present your valuable resources to attendees. We are expecting a record

turnout of diverse and infl uential attendees by off ering a wide-range of planned programs,

including four plenary sessions, fi ve workshop tracks, and four general meetings.

Exhibiting at the National PTA Convention is a tremendous opportunity to help PTA

leaders plan for the upcoming school year and help you build a solid base of prospects.

I encourage you to take advantage of our early bird rate by reserving exhibit space

before January 31, 2013.

I look forward to seeing you in June!

Sincerely,

Betsy Landers

National PTA President

2013 Exhibition Highlights:• Three-Day Exhibit Schedule

• 12 Exhibit Hours

• PTA Passport Challenge!

• Welcome Reception in Exhibit Hall

• Convention Refreshment Area in Exhibit Hall

Making Connections

Table of Contents

The Audience.................................3

Exhibitor Information.................4

Additional Promotional Opportunities................................6

Exhibit Hall Floor Plan.................7

Rules and Regulations................8

Exhibitor Application Form..................................................9

Exhibitor Screening Form.......10

Listing of RecentExhibitors......................................11

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Bottom line: Our PTAs are interested in your resources!

Attendee Demographics

6%

10%

41%43%

Other

National Leadership

State Leadership

Local, Council, and District Leadership

Did You Know?

The AudienceOur Reach• PTA is the largest volunteer child advocacy association in the United States.

• PTA is a powerful voice for children, a relevant resource for parents,

and a strong advocate for public education.

• PTA has approximately 5 million members in more than 25,000 local units

throughout the nation and overseas.

• PTAs have tremendously active delegates who assemble each year at

the National PTA Convention to discuss issues and exchange ideas.

Who Attends the National PTA Convention and Exhibition?• More than 1,000 PTA decision makers and leaders

• State PTA leaders representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia,

the U.S. Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, and the European Congresses of Department of Defense Schools

• National PTA Board of Directors and executive leadership

• Child advocates and community leaders

• Representatives from National PTA’s strategic alliance and partner organizations

Reach Your Market!• Connect with PTA leadership from around the country in a cost-eff ective manner.

• Showcase your products and services to PTA leadership looking to improve their schools and communities.

• Gain credibility by aligning yourself with the leading children’s welfare and education advocacy group

in the United States.

• Make a real impact. When you

reach PTA leaders at the national

convention, they will share your

message with PTA members and

future PTA leaders across the country.

At the 2012 Convention:

• 39% of attendees were

fi rst-time attendees.

• 23% of attendees had

attended more than six

National PTA Conventions.

• 38% of attendees were State

PTA Board Members who are

key infl uencers for their states.

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Standard, In-Line Booths (10’ by 10’) Early Bird (before January 31, 2013) Regular (after January 31, 2013)

Commercial organization $1,450 $1,600

Non-profi t organization $1,250 $1,400

End of aisle/corner add $250 add $250

Double, In-Line Booths (10’ by 20’) Early Bird (before January 31, 2013) Regular (after January 31, 2013)

Commercial organization $2,900 $3,200

Non-profi t organization $2,500 $2,800

End of aisle/corner add $250 add $250

Island Booths (20’ by 20’) Early Bird (before January 31, 2013) Regular (after January 31, 2013)

Commercial organization $5,800 $6,400

Non-profi t organization $5,000 $5,600

Back By Popular Demand! National PTA will once again host the PTA Passport Challenge.

A convention crowd favorite, the Passport Challenge draws a steady fl ow of attendees to visit exhibits over the course of the convention. Attendees win fabulous prizes when they collect

the required number of stickers from exhibitors on their passports.

Exhibitor Information

Booth InformationEach booth space shown on the Exhibit Hall Floor Plan (see page 7) is 10’ x 10’, unless otherwise noted. All exhibit

space is sold in increments of 100 square feet (10’ x 10’), such as 10’ x 10’ and 10’ x 20’, unless otherwise noted. Island

booth confi gurations of 400 square feet (20’ x 20’) or more are also available. If you have special size requirements,

please contact Amy Lorenz at (703) 518-1212 or alorenz@pta.org.

The price of each booth includes a two-line organization identifi cation sign, back-rail and side-rail draping,

show-aisle carpeting, and daily aisle cleaning. Other furnishings and services are available at an additional cost

from the show decorator.

2013 Exclusive Exhibitor Benefi ts• Access to more than 1,000 local, state and

National PTA leaders

• Four (4) exhibitor badges per 10’ x 10’ space

• 12 dedicated exhibit hours

• Participation in the PTA Passport Challenge

• Recognition as an exhibitor in the conference program

• Welcome Reception in Exhibit Hall

• Convention Refreshment Area in Exhibit Hall

• Recognition as an exhibitor on the National PTA

website with a link to your home page

• Opportunity to extend your reach through

additional promotional opportunities

• A dedicated, on-site National PTA staff person to

assist you before and during the conference

• Standard identifi cation sign

• Standard back and side rail booth drapes

• Aisle carpeting

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Application for Booth SpaceApplication for booth space must be made using the enclosed Exhibitor

Application Form and submitted to National PTA with full payment.

Acceptable forms of payment are corporate check, money order, or

credit card. (Government agencies may submit a purchase order.)

If payment is not received with the application, the application will

not be processed. Booth space cannot be reserved by phone.

Exhibitors must also complete the Exhibitor Screening Form, which is

a binding and integral part of the contract, in lieu of submitting actual

materials for approval. If the screening form is not completed, the

application will not be processed. Exhibitors will only be accepted if

their products or services comply with the

exhibit hall rules and regulations (see page 8).

All materials will be required to be on display for the exhibit hall walk-through on June 20, 2013. National PTA reserves

the right and sole discretion to disallow any exhibitor materials not deemed appropriate for display or to be associated

with PTA or its standards, resolutions, or initiatives.

Exhibitors distributing food and/or beverages should reference exhibit hall rules and regulations no. 9 on page 8.

Exhibitor description must be submitted online by April 30, 2013 for inclusion in the convention program.

Location and Tentative Schedule*All exhibits, workshops and general meetings will take place at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio

unless otherwise specifi ed in the fi nal schedule of events.

Note: Scheduling installation during non-

published hours may result in overtime charges for

labor utilized. Decorator will begin tear-down upon

closing. We recommend packing fragile items soon

after exhibition ends or advising the decorator of

the time you plan to tear-down your exhibit.

*All hours listed are tentative and subject to change. It is strongly recommended that you do not make any travel arrangements or shipping plans until the ÿ nal schedule is published in the exhibitor service kit.

1. Online: PTA.org/exhibits

2. Mail: Enclosed Application/Contract

3. Fax: (703) 836-0942

Note on Space AssignmentsAll booths, sponsorships, advertising and other items will be accepted on a fi rst-come, fi rst-served basis, unless otherwise noted.

3 Ways to Reserve Space

Thursday, June 20, 2013

8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Exhibitor Move-In

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Welcome Reception in Exhibit Hall

Friday, June 21, 2013

11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open

Saturday, June 22, 2013

8:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open

2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Exhibit Tear-Down

Show DecoratorThe show decorator will be Shepard Exposition Services.

The service kit will be distributed no later than 60 days

prior to convention.

Hotel ReservationThe exhibitor hotel block will be at the Hilton Netherland

Plaza at the rate of $145 per night (excluding taxes and fees).

Reservation instructions will be provided with your booth

confi rmation.

For More Information ContactAmy Lorenz, Director of Resource Development & Corporate Alliances, National PTA, 1250 N. Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, Phone: (703) 518-1212, Fax: (703) 836-0942, e-mail: alorenz@pta.org, PTA.org/Exhibits

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Additional promotional opportunities are included in convention sponsorships.

Contact Amy Lorenz at (703) 518-1212 or alorenz@pta.org for more information.

Reach Beyond!Gain greater visibility and demonstrate your support

for PTA via additional promotional opportunities at

the convention.

The following promotional opportunities will help you

make the most of your convention investment and attract

more attendees to your booth. Be sure to check these

boxes on your application form to maximize your

exposure to more than 1,000 PTA leaders.

Convention Sponsorships—Exhibitors can

gain added visibility and exposure by becoming a

sponsor at the convention. Sponsorships available

include but are not limited to:

• Keynote Speaker

• Convention Tote Bags

• Plenary Sessions

• General Meetings

• Welcome Reception

• Attendee Breakfast

• Arts in Education Luncheon

• Cybercafé

• Energy Breaks

• Water Stations

• Attendee Souvenir

Water Bottles

• Convention Lanyards

• Convention Flash Drives

Additional Promotional Opportunities

PTA Member Proÿ le

Gender

Marital status

Age

Community profi le

Education

Employment

Household income

96% Female

85% Married

31% Ages 30–3949% Ages 40–49

64% Suburban25% Urban12% Rural

42% Bachelor’s degree

31% Employed full time32% Employed part time36% Not employed outside the home

54% More than $75,000 annually25% Between $50,000 and $75,000 annually20% Less than $50,000 annually

Convention Program Advertising—All attendees

receive a program that serves as an essential guide during the

convention and a helpful reference long after it ends. Exhibitors

can purchase ad space, from a quarter-page to a full-page, to

promote their exhibit booth and/or special off ers.

Full page ad (8” x 10.5”) $4,500

1/2 page ad (8” x 5”) $3,500

1/4 page ad (3.75” x 5”) $1,750

4-color exhibit guide logo $250 (next to company listing)

Convention Tote Bag Inserts—All attendees will

receive a tote bag, which is a traditional keepsake, that will

be used throughout the conference and for years to come.

Exhibitors can purchase the opportunity to place an item

in the tote bags.

Pre/Post-Convention Mailing—Exhibitors can

purchase the opportunity to send a direct mailing or email

to attendees before and/or after convention.

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PTA Member Pro� le

Exhibit Hall Floor Plan

Duke Energy Convention CenterCincinnati, Ohio

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1. Contract for SpaceThe signed applicant hereby applies to participate in the 117th Annual PTA National Convention and Exhibition, to be held at Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, subject to the terms and conditions of this Application and Agreement. The Application must be accompanied by the full payment for the total booth rental charges and is not binding unless and until accepted by National PTA via confirmation letter. If the Application is accepted by National PTA, the Application, together with these Rules and Regulations of the 117th Annual PTA National Convention and Exhibition set forth in the Exhibitors’ Prospectus and the rules and regulations of Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, shall form the agreement between the applicant and National PTA as to the terms and conditions of the applicant’s participation in the 117th Annual PTA National Convention and Exhibition. This Application and Agreement, and the parties’ rights hereunder, shall be governed by Virginia law. Applicants for exhibit space are required to submit to National PTA the Exhibitor Screening Form, accompanied by the Exhibitor Application Form. To be valid, each Application must include full payment for booth rental charges and must specify products scheduled for exhibition and/or all materials to be distributed. The Exhibitor Application Form, formal notice of assignment and acceptance by National PTA, and full payment of rental charges constitute a contract for the right to use this space. Exhibitors who have not paid past booth rental fees will be refused space until fees are paid in full.

2. Booth Rental FeesThe applicant agrees to pay the space rental fee allocated to the booth(s) assigned as follows: Commercial organiza-tions—$1,450 (before January 31, 2013) or $1,600 (after January 31, 2013) for each 100 square feet of exhibit space, plus $250 for each corner assigned. Not-for-profit organiza-tions—$1,250 for each 100 square feet of exhibit space (before January 31, 2013) or $1,400 (after January 31, 2013) plus $250 for each corner assigned.

3. Dates and HoursTentative exhibit hall, installation, and dismantling hours are as follows:

Thursday, June 20, 20138:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Exhibitor Move-In

5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Welcome Reception in Exhibit Hall

Friday, June 21, 201311:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open

Saturday, June 22, 20138:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Open

2:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Exhibitor Tear-Down

4. Exhibit Installation and DismantlingInstallation will take place Thursday, June 20, 2013 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Dismantling will take place Saturday, June 22, 2013 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. If any exhibitors’ freight, crates, or boxes are in its assigned booth space by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2013 but not set up or in the process thereof, National PTA reserves the right to force setup with la-bor from the official show decorator at the exhibitor’s expense. If booth space is not occupied by 4:00 p.m., Thursday, June 20, 2013, and advance arrangements have not been made with National PTA, National PTA has the right to use the space as it sees fit . All exhibitors must be removed by 5:30 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 2013.

5. Use of SpaceAll demonstrations, signs, promotional materials or other sales activities must be confined to the limits of the exhibit booth. The exhibitor shall not assign, share or sublet any space allot-ted without the written consent of National PTA. No exhibitor shall show goods or services other than those manufactured, sold or offered by it in the regular course of business. Animals of any kind shall be permitted in the exhibit hall only upon the express written approval of National PTA, and only in ac-cordance with Duke Energy Convention Center, unless they are service animals providing services to a person with disabilities. The exhibitor shall not display or place any product, sign, parti-tion, apparatus, shelving or other construction that extends more than 10 feet above the floor or more than four (4) feet in depth from the back wall. No interference with the light or view of other exhibitors will be permitted.

6. Irregular Canvassing, Selling, and/or Activities Beyond Exhibitor’s SpaceDistribution of circulars or promotional material may be made only within the booth assigned to the exhibitor presenting such material. Non-exhibiting firms will not be permitted to canvas, solicit, hold conferences or distribute literature or other promotional devices during the convention.

7. Fire ProtectionFlammable or other dangerous or hazardous fluids, substances, materials, equipment or other items may not be used in any booth. The exhibitor must use flame resistant decorative material.

8. Sound DevicesNo sound-making equipment of any kind may be set up or used in exhibit booths without the prior written approval of National PTA.

9. Restrictions in Operation of ExhibitsNational PTA reserves the right to restrict exhibitors from participation at its sole discretion. Exhibits that, because of noise, method of operation, materials, or any other reason, become objectionable may be closed. National PTA may pro-hibit or evict any part of or all of an exhibit that in the opinion of National PTA may detract from the general character of the exhibition as a whole. This reservation includes persons, things, conduct, printed matter or anything of a character that National PTA determines is objectionable or contrary to the exhibition. In the event of such restriction or eviction, National PTA is not liable for any refunds of rentals or other exhibit expenses. Drawings and raffles are permitted within the exhibitor’s booth space only and are subject to any ap-plicable requirements of local law. Duke Energy Convention Center exhibitors may distribute Food & Beverage samples in authorized space and must not be in competition with products or services offered by Ovations Food Services. Samples must be representative of products manufactured or sold by the company exhibiting. Free samples are limited to 2 ounces of non-alcoholic beverages and 1 ounce of food. Exact descriptions of sample and portion size must be submitted to the Food and Beverage Office for written approval 14 days prior to the opening of the event. No alcoholic samples may be distributed. Any exhibitor giving away and/or selling food in their booth must have a permit and all appropriate fees on file with the Cincinnati Department of Health.

10. Care of Building and EquipmentExhibitors, or their agents, shall not injure or deface the walls or floors of the building, the booths, or the equipment of the booths. When such damage occurs, the exhibitor shall be liable to the owner of the property so damaged.

11. Failure to Pay Rental FeeIf an exhibitor fails to make a payment when due, such exhibi-tor’s rights to exhibit may be canceled by National PTA without further notice. National PTA shall be entitled to close an exhibit at any time for failure by any exhibitor or any of its officers, agents, employees, or representatives to perform, meet, or ob-serve any term or condition set forth herein, and such exhibitor shall not be entitled to a refund of any part of any fee. Failure to pay a rental fee of contracted space in the current year will exclude an exhibitor from further participation in future years.

12. CatastropheIn the event that war, fire, strike, government regulation, public catastrophe, act of God, the public enemy, etc., prevents the show or any part thereof from being held, National PTA shall determine and refund to the applicant its proportionate share of the balance of the aggregate exhibit fees received that remains after deducting all show-related fees, costs and expenses, but in no case shall the amount of the refund to the applicant exceed the amount of the booth rental fee paid.

13. Liability and InsuranceNeither National PTA, its management, officers, or staff, Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, nor the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, will be responsible for the safety of the prop-erty of the exhibitors from theft, damage by fire, accident, or other causes. Exhibitors are advised to consult their respective insurance brokers for proper coverage of display material from the time it leaves their companies’ premises until its return. In most cases, a rider can be added to a current policy for a very nominal cost. The exhibitor understands that neither National PTA, nor Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, nor the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, maintain insurance covering the exhibitor’s property, and it is the sole responsibility of the exhibitor to obtain said insurance. Neither National PTA, its management, officers, or staff, the Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, nor the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, nor the management, officers, agent, employees, or their

representatives of the Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, nor the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, shall be held accountable or liable for, and the same are hereby released from accountability or liability for, any damage, loss, harm, or injury to the person or any property fire, water, accident, or any other cause.

14. IndemnificationThe exhibitor agrees to protect, save, and hold National PTA, the Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, and the city of Cincinnati, Ohio, and all agents and employees, servants, and officials thereof (hereinafter collectively called Indemnities) forever harmless for any damages or charges imposed for violations of any law or ordinance, whether oc-casioned by the negligence of the exhibitors or those holding under the exhibitor. Further, the exhibitor shall, at all times, protect, indemnify, save, and hold harmless the Indemnities against and from any and all losses, costs, damages, liability or expenses (including attorney’s fees) arising from or out of or by reason of any accident or bodily injury or other occurrences to any person or persons, including the exhibitor, its agents, employees, or business invitees, which arise from or out of or by reason of any action or omission of the exhibitor or its agents or said exhibitor’s occupancy and use of the exhibition premises, the hotel, or any part thereof.

15. Selection of ExhibitorsOnly firms and organizations whose nonpartisan and non-sectarian services or products are appropriately related, in the sole judgment of National PTA, to children, youth and the charitable and educational activities of National PTA shall be permitted to exhibit. National PTA reserves the right to decline or prohibit any exhibit that, in its sole judgment, is inappropri-ate, this reservation being all-inclusive as to persons, things, printed matter, products, and conduct. National PTA reserves the right to request corporate information during the approval process for exhibitors. Exhibitors, their employees, and their agents may not serve as voting delegates to the PTA National Convention. However, they may be nonvoting registrants if they are members of a PTA. No exhibitor shall request PTA delegates to lobby any governmental agency or official. Partici-pation in the PTA National Convention and Exhibition does not constitute endorsement of any product, service, or position by National PTA.

16. Cancellation/Reduction of Exhibit SpaceThe exhibitor shall have the right to cancel this Agreement at any time by written notice to National PTA. Any booth space canceled prior to January 31, 2013, will receive a full refund of any payments made prior to that date less a $200 transaction fee. Cancellations made after January 31, 2013, and before April 30, 2013, will receive a refund equivalent to 50 percent of the total booth rental fee (if paid in full) minus a $200 transac-tion fee. After April 30, 2013, no refunds will be made. Under all circumstances, National PTA retains the right to resell any booth space canceled by the exhibitor.

17. Cancellation/Reduction of Exhibit SpaceRules and Regulations of Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio in addition to the Rules and Regulations of the 117th Annual PTA National Convention and Exhibition set forth in the Exhibitors’ Prospectus, the applicant shall comply with all rules and regulations of Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio and all of the unions working within Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio and/or Shepard, as well as subcontractors.

18. Additional RulesNational PTA reserves the right to establish and enforce additional rules and regulations to further the goals of the exhibition. An exhibitor agrees to comply with them.

19. ADA CompliantThe exhibitor agrees to ensure that its exhibit booth space is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).These rules and regulations become a part of the contract between the exhibitor and National PTA. They have been formulated in the best interest of the exhibitors. National PTA respectfully asks the full cooperation of exhibitors in their ob-servance of these rules and regulations. All points not covered are subject to the decision of National PTA or its designated show management.

National PTA1250 North Pitt StreetAlexandria, VA 22314Phone: (703) 518-1200Fax: (703) 836-0942E-mail: info@pta.org PTA.org

Exhibit Hall Rules and Regulations

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Exhibitor Application Form

Organization Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Person: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Title:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ________________________________________________________ State: ________________________ Zip: _________________________

Phone: ______________________________________________________ Fax: _______________________________________________________

E-mail:______________________________________________________ Website: _________________________Federal Tax ID#_____________

What type of organization are you? (check one) q Commercial q Non-Profit

Have you completed the Exhibitor Screening Form? q Yes q No

Have you ever exhibited at a National PTA Convention and Exhibition? q Yes q No

If you are a new exhibitor, how did you hear about the National PTA Convention and Exhibition? Referral Source: _______________________Only organizations whose nonpartisan and nonsectarian services or products are appropriately related, in the sole judgment of National PTA, to children, youth, and the charitable and educational activities of PTA shall be permitted to exhibit. Refer to the rules and regulations of this contract (provided in the Exhibitors’ Prospectus) for more details.

Select booth number choices*: 1st _____________ 2nd ____________________ 3rd ______________________*NOTE: National PTA will make every attempt to fulfill all requests but makes no guarantees, as booth assignment is dependent on the booths available at the time the exhibitor’s application is received and processed.

Please provide a brief description of the products/services to be exhibited. The description should be related to the company and the products/services to be on display at the convention. Every organization will have the opportunity to submit print and online profiles before April 30, 2013.

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

In witness whereof, the applicant has caused this application to be executed individually or by an officer, agent or representative duly authorized to execute the same and agrees on behalf of the exhibiting organization to abide by all rules and regulations as stated within the Exhibitors’ Prospectus and application.

Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Title:__________________________________________________________________________________ Date:____________________________

Exhibit Booth Costs Standard, In-Line Booths (10’ by 10’) Early Bird* Regular** Commercial organizations q $1,450 q $1,600Non-profit organizations q $1,250 q $1,400End of aisle/corner q add $250 q add $250

Double, In-Line Booths (10’ by 20’) Commercial organizations q $2,900 q $3,200Non-profit organizations q $2,500 q $2,800End of aisle/corner q add $250 q add $250

Island Booths (20’ by 20’) Commercial organizations q $5,800 q $6,400Non-profit organizations q $5,000 q $5,600

*Early Bird (before January 31, 2013) **Regular (after January 31, 2013)

Payment OptionsFull payment and screening form must accompany this application. Failure to do so will cause the return of this application without processing.

Credit Card Payment: q Visa q MasterCard q AMEX q Discover

Credit Card#_____________________________________________________Expiration Date _______/_______ CSC code*__________________________ Cardholder’s Name ____________________________________________________Cardholder’s Signature _________________________________________________

Please mail your application and screening form to the address below, or fax to (703) 836-0942.

*(Visa ,MasterCard, and Discover: A 3-digit CSC code follows the account number on the back of the card. AMEX: A 4-digit CSC code follows the account number on the front of the card.)

Check/Money Order: Please make payable to National PTA and mail it with your application and screening form to Amy Lorenz, National PTA, 1250 North Pitt Street, Alexandria, VA 22314.

117th Annual National PTA Convention and Exhibition Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, June 20-23, 2013 Exhibits: June 20-22, 2013

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117th Annual National PTA Convention and Exhibition Duke Energy Convention Center, Cincinnati, Ohio, June 20-23, 2013

Exhibits: June 20-22, 2013

Exhibitor Screening Form

Organizations wishing to participate in the exhibition or other activities held during the National PTA Convention and Exhibitions are required to complete the Exhibitor Screening Form. This form will be utilized in the process of approval and inclusion in the exhibition. Completion of the form does not denote approval. Each organization’s products and/or services should be appropriately related to children, youth, and the charitable and educational activities of PTA. Any company or organization whose products, services, or materials are in direct opposition to National PTA’s position statements or resolutions will not be approved. Companies wishing to participate may be required to submit materials for further review but should submit materials on request only. Read and check all boxes prior to signing. Questions about this form should be submitted via e-mail to alorenz@pta.org.

❑ We understand that our organization must abide by the Rules and Regulations.

❑ We understand that the acronym “PTA” or name “National PTA” cannot be utilized in any exhibitor’s materials. National PTA copyrights both of these names. We understand that only in such cases where an organization has been provided a PTA sponsor or member benefi ts provider logo will use of “PTA” or “National PTA” be approved.

❑ We understand that the use of PTA’s logo is not permitted and that any organization utilizing PTA’s logo will be asked to remove it from its materials.

❑ We understand that fundraising materials cannot state that students or children are participating in any way in the fundraising process. This includes the collection of money (whether for a charitable cause or not), the actual selling (whether door-to-door or to friends, relatives, etc.), and participation in the fundraiser (even if it’s of an educational nature, such as a quiz bowl). We understand that all fundraisers must be structured so that it is the PTA or an adult who is doing the fundraising.

❑ We understand that our organization cannot ask PTA delegates to lobby any government agency or offi cial.

❑ We understand that our organization cannot disseminate information that is of a partisan or sectarian nature.

❑ We understand that our organization’s materials must be in accordance with National PTA’s position statements and resolutions, and that any organization whose products, services or materials are in direct opposition to National PTA’s position statements or resolutions will not be approved.

❑ We understand that our organization’s products and/or services must be appropriately related to children, youth, and the charitable and educational activities of PTA.

❑ We understand that our organization is subject to fi nal approval upon exhibition opening and may be evicted from its rented space and further participation with PTA for not adhering to the above statements.

❑ We understand that our organization’s products and/or services is not sponsored, supported, or endorsed by another organization. (If it is, please e-mail information to alorenz@pta.org prior to submitting this form.)

❑ We understand that our organization cannot be involved in any of the following and non-disclosure of involvement will likely result in rejection of application. • Tobacco • Vouchers • Firearms • Alcohol • Adult Content

❑ We understand that our organization’s products must be physically safe for people to handle (if applicable).

Restrictions in operation of exhibits: National PTA reserves the right to restrict, at its sole discretion, exhibits that, because of noise, method of operation, materials or any other reason, become objectionable, and also to prohibit or evict any part of or all of an exhibit that in the opinion of National PTA may detract from the general character of the exhibition as a whole. This reservation includes persons, things, conduct, printed matter or anything of a character that National PTA determines is objectionable to the exhibition. In the event of such restriction or eviction, National PTA is not liable for any refunds of rentals or other exhibit expenses.

I, _______________________________________________________, the undersigned, understand that this form is an integral part of the application/contract for exhibit space at the 117th Annual National PTA Convention and Exhibition to be held June 20-23, 2013.

Signature: _____________________________________________________________ Date: ___________________________________

Organization Name: ______________________________________________________________________________________

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Listing of Recent Exhibitors10n2 Technologies Abbey Press/Snail’s Pace

Fundraising ACCUSPLIT, Inc. African American Expressions Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood CancerAmber Alert Safety Centers, Inc. Anderson’s Elementary Edition Apperson Datalink AppFairs Art in Action Association Insurance Management

(AIM) ASUS Computer International AT&T Backpack Gear, Inc.Barnes & Noble BooksellersBlick Art Materials Blue 84 Spirit BLUSOURCEBox Tops for EducationBRAX Fundraising Cable in the Classroom Cabot CreameryCalifornia State PTA California Teachers Association Cardraising Cartoon NetworkCenter for Food Safety

and Applied Nutrition – FDA Centers for Disease Control

& Prevention Challenge Success Child Safety Network CIEE –

Council on International Educational Exchange

Citizens Commission on Human Rights – Silicon Valley Chapter

Clorox CompanyCoca-Cola EnterprisesCode9 Mobile, LLC Community Connection

Fundraising Inc. Cool the Earth Cooper Institute CyberBully AlertDave & Buster’s DeLiceful DemandTec Retail Challenge Dibbee Disneyland Youth Group Programs Dollar Tree

Eat to Win LLC EDC Publishing Edgewood Press, Inc. Erase-Right eStore Fundraising, Inc. Every Monday Matters eTrak Corporation Everlast Climbing Industries, Inc. Family First – All Pro Dad/iMOMFamily Fun MagazineFamily Math Night – Kidnexions FAMPLAYFannie Mae Confections Federal Deposit Insurance

CorporationFedEx Offi ce FlipGive Florida Institute of Technology French Toast Offi cial School WearFrito Lay Frog Publications Fun Services FundHub Fundink GAME Game Day Colors Gateway Publishing GeoPalz GivaGeta Gopher Great Artist Program Haws Corporation Health World Education Healthier Happier Life – Pennie

Sempell & CompanyHelp Our School Henkel HypnoFundraiser Imagination Playground Jamba Juice JCPenney/IZODJUMBiES Karen Adler Books KashPile Keep America Beautiful Kids.gov and USA.gov Kohl’sLands’ End School Larada SciencesLiberty Mutual Insurance CompanyLittle Caesars Pizza Kit

Little Tykes Los Angeles County Offi ce

of Education Head Start Lyon Workspace Products Mabel’s Labels Inc. Magic Straws, LLC Marie’s Wordsmark-my-time MetLife Auto & Home MFS Supply Miracle Recreation MJS Software More Prepared Movie Licensing USA MR365 Education Music Together LLC myCommunityPlace MyFunkins Ltd. My Life My Power’s Anti-Bullying Program NailTat’z National Assessment of Educational

Progress National Center for Learning

Disabilities National Head Start Association National Responsible Fatherhood Clearinghouse New York Public Interest

Research Group Nickelodeon Non Profi t CentralOffi ce Depot Oranda Our School Pages Oximeter Plus, Inc. Pan Am Education Paparazzi Accessories Patch.com Peaceful Playgrounds PediaVision Pew Campaign on Human Health

& Industrial Farming PFLAG Phil’s Shops LLC Play with a Purpose Playworks Playworld Systems Project Lamp Promethean PTAEZ

Raising A Reader Remember Me Responsive Classroom Rock In Prevention RuMe, Inc. Scholastic Book Fairs, Inc SchoolCues SchoolKidz Sea World San DiegoSeeds of ChangeSee’s Candies Shoebox Recycling Shopraising Mall Shot@Life SimplyFunSittercity Skillastics SocialScout – Identity Theft 911 Soles for ComfortStoneyfi eld Farm Strong Fathers - Strong Families,

LLC TAG Mobile TargetTEESO – The Essential Electronic School Offi ce The Be Kind People Project The Life of Riley Organization The Locking Cap The National Resource Center

for Healthy Marriage and Families T-Mobile, USA Together Counts/Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation TOMS Campus Programs Total Promotions, Inc. TV Parental Guidelines

Monitoring Board UnileverU.S. Department of Agriculture, Food

and Nutrition Service U.S. Department of Education Watch D.O.G.S. Wazzin Williams-Sonoma, Inc Yearbook CenterYogaKids

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