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DECEMBER 3 - 5, 2012
Baseball Trade Show™
For more information or to register, visit www.BaseballTradeShow.com
Minor League Baseball invites you to participate in the 47th annual Baseball Trade Show™. The Baseball Trade Show is held in conjunction with the Baseball Winter Meetings™, the annual convention of the National Association of Professional Baseball Leagues, Inc. This convention, known as the largest gathering of baseball executives in the world, brings together both Minor League Baseball and Major League Baseball personnel, along with their business partners.
Where....For the sixth time since its inception in 1965, the Baseball Trade Show is returning to Nashville, Tennessee. This year’s show will take place from December 3-5 in Ryman Hall C at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center. The 2012 Baseball Winter Meetings and PBEO® Job Fair will also be held at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.
Connect with professional baseball’s largest group of decision makers:
Over 85% of registered attendees have buying authority.
“The Baseball Winter Meetings and Baseball Trade Show have become an im-portant part of our annual travel schedule...allows us the opportunity to see and talk to all of the teams that we work so hard to service throughout the year...”
Ed Miles - President at AMI Graphics 8-year sponsor and exhibitor of the Baseball Winter Meetings and Baseball Trade Show
Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center Photo Courtesy of Gaylord Opryland
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Nashville Skyline Photo Courtesy of Gaylord Opryland
Baseball Trade Show™
For more information or to register, visit www.BaseballTradeShow.com
Connect with the largest gathering of professional baseball executives. Representatives from all across Minor League Baseball and Major League Baseball attend the Baseball Trade Show during these annual meetings. Representatives include owners, general managers, marketing and promotions directors, stadium operations personnel, organizers, buyers, media, community relations, player operations and more.
Who attends...
Attendees are talking...
“The Baseball Trade Show allows a wonderful opportunity to see a vast array of products & have face-to-face time with vendors…It’s a great setting to learn about new products & new companies. We purchase about 60% of our orders at the Trade Show.”
- Randy Long, General Manager, Kannapolis Intimidators (Single-A™)
“Best part of the Baseball Winter Meetings is...the opportunity to meet with vendors at the trade show and see new products.”- Lindsey Knupp, Director of Promotions and Entertainment,
Lehigh Valley IronPigs (Triple-A®)
“There’s a great mix of new and returning booths so there’s always something new to see.”- Jill Cacic, Director of Media Relations, Huntsville Stars (Double-A®)
Facts and Figures are from the 2011 Attendee Survey
Over 62% of registered attendees are an Owner, President, Vice President, General
Manager or Assistant General Manager.
What are attendees shopping for...Representatives check out the latest baseball products on the market and make purchases for player appareland equipment, retail merchandise, promotional items, marketing services, entertainment, stadium needs, and much more.
Promotional Products/Giveaway Items 72% Retail - Apparel & Merchandise 66% Entertainment-Gameday,Inflatables,Fireworks,Talent 47% Player Equipment & Uniforms 40% Concessions - Food & Beverage, Carts, Services 34% Other - Ticketing, Architect, Marketing & Internet Services, Education 32% Stadium Equipment - Seating, Video/Scoreboards, Padding, Turf 29%
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Baseball Trade Show™
For more information or to register, visit www.BaseballTradeShow.com
TheBaseballTradeShowoffersface-to-facetimewithattendeesandbenefitsthosewhowanttoachievethe greatest possible reach to professional baseball executives over a three-day period. The show will feature more than 250 top baseball companies utilizing 150,000 square feet in the Ryman Hall C at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center.
Exhibiting companies range from manufacturers and distributors of apparel, caps, gift items, souvenirs and promotional products, to service companies, including insurance, architecture, concessions, printing, marketing,internetandentertainment,tostadiumequipment,foodandbeverageproducts,on-fieldsuppliers, player equipment and many more. To see a list of exhibitors, log onto http://epublish.multiad.
Why exhibit ?
Benefits of exhibiting...Audience - Access to the largest gathering of baseball executives in the country.
Buyer’s Guide - Exhibiting companies’ contact information will be listed in the Buyer’s Guide directory that is distributed to attendees at the show. An online version is also available for attendees throughout the year.
Attendee Mailing List - Exhibitors receive a pre & post show attendee mailing list. Only Sponsors receive emails.
Exposure Opportunities -Showcase your new product or service on the New Product Showcase board. Increase your reach by advertising in the Buyer’s Guide. Maximize your exposure, build your brand and stand above your competitors at this year’s event with a sponsorship.
Exhibitor eNewsletter - Exhibitors receive the “Baseball Trade Show eNews” that provides the latest information about the show and the Baseball Winter Meetings, as well as information to enhance your experience.
Exhibitor Referral Program - Refer a company for the Baseball Trade Show and receive a $100 credit on your exhibit booth registration for the Baseball Trade Show, after the referred company registers to exhibit.
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Your competitors exhibit!!
Shouldn’t you be there too?
Baseball Trade Show™
For more information or to register, visit www.BaseballTradeShow.com
The Baseball Winter Meetings create a unique opportunity for a company looking to be involved in the largest gathering of baseball executives in the country. A sponsorship gives you more:
Maximize your exposure
Expose new products or technology
Drive attendance to your booth
Build your brand
The Baseball Winter Meetings offer a wide range of inventory that provides the chance for sponsors to be seen and heard by baseball’s decision makers.
SPOnSOr BenefitS
New Product ShowcaseShowcase your new product or service at the 2012 Baseball Trade Show! The New Product Showcase highlights some of the newest and most innovative products and services in the baseball industry. There is a $150 fee per product or service that you submit to the New Product Showcase.
For more information or to submit entries, email: [email protected]. Entry deadline is November 1.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsors are talking...“The Baseball Trade Show is an excellent opportunity to showcase our company and our products in front of ALL of baseball...it’s an opportunity to partner with a 1st class operation from planning to preparation to execution and fulfillment ”
- Lou Valentic, K & K Insurance Group (22 year exhibitor and longtime sponsor)
“Being an exhibitor and sponsor far exceeded my expectations.” - John Sgnaga, Essensa (2 year exhibitor and sponsor)
Available packages range from brand recognition
to hospitality. Sponsorship packages start at only
$7,500 and include a booth.
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Scott Kravchuk at [email protected] or (727)456-1712.
Eventspecificelementsorbrandingopportunity
Complimentary booth space
Sponsor section booth location (front of hall)
Logo recognition on signage
Advertisement in the Buyer’s Guide
Attendee email list
And more...
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Baseball Trade Show™
For more information or to register, visit www.BaseballTradeShow.com
Show Information...COntACt infOShow Management/OrganizerBaseball Trade Show 9550 16th Street NorthSt. Petersburg, FL 33716Toll Free: 866-926-6452 Fax: 727-683-9865Email: [email protected]: www.BaseballTradeShow.com
Official Show Contractor/Show DecoratorFreeman Co.1701 Lebanon Pike CircleNashville, TN 37210Phone: 469-621-5615Email: [email protected]: www.FreemanCo.com
Bulk booth spaces start as low as $10.00 per square foot. The Early Bird Rate for booth spaces up to 400 square feet is $18.00 per square foot (includes 10’ x 10’ spaces up to 10’ x 40’ / 20’ x 20’ spaces), if purchased by August 31. Prices increase by $3.00 per square foot after August 31. Bulk pricing is available for spaces larger than 400 square feet and are as low as $10.00 per square foot (for a 20’ x 80’ batting cage).TheFirstYearPavilionareais$1,250fora5’x8’spaceandisavailabletofirstyearexhibitingcompanies only. Space is limited in this area so register early. Log on to www.BaseballTradeShow.com for a full list of booth pricing or to download a booth space application.
Booth Information...
Several events at the Baseball Winter Meetings offer exhibitors the opportunity to be a part of things. The Gala offers exhibitors a great networking opportunity with attendees and is a can’t miss event. Learn the inside scoop in baseball alongside other attendees at the Bob Freitas Business Seminar. Hit the Job Fairtofillyourstaffingneeds.ExhibitorshavetheopportunitytopurchaseticketstoattendalloftheBaseballWinterMeetingsofficialticketedevents. Other ticketed events include the Awards Luncheon and the Banquet. For more information on events and the complete schedule of events, please visit www.BaseballWinterMeetings.com. Tickets can be purchased during your online booth registration.
Get involved at the Baseball Winter Meetings...
SChedule Of eVentSSunday, December 2 Exhibitor Move In 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday, December 3 Exhibitor Move In 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.Opening Night at the 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Baseball Trade Show Tuesday, December 4Baseball Trade Show 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 5Baseball Trade Show 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Exhibitor Move Out 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Thursday, December 6Exhibitor Move Out 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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