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2017 SPONSOR AND EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

November 6-8, 2017 | Kansas City, MO

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Join your transportation, logistics and supply chain peers at the second annual Accelerate! Conference & Expo, hosted by the Women In Trucking Association. Learn about critical transportation issues and trends, along with perspectives and the positive impact women have on the industry. Build business in this integrated conference and exhibition setting. Attach your company, brand, and reputation to our mission: To generate dialogue and action around the importance of gender diversity in transportation and logistics.

Ellen Voie, President and CEO

Women In Trucking

Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus

Table of Contents:

3 Membership Demographics

4 Exhibitors and Sponsors

5 Online Branding

6 In Print Marketing

7 At The Conference

8 Exclusive Sponsorship Options

9 Exhibition Floor Plan

10 2017 Conference Venue

CONFERENCE & EXPO Women Make A POSITIVE Impact On Transportation

Those $10+ million in revenue grow faster than others.

Leverage a diverse workforce, develop women leaders, strategies to engage

more female drivers.

Women control over $11 trillion in total U.S. investable assets.

Covering industry trends, challenges, capacity, management issues, cost control, and much more!

Common strengths include intuitive/logical thinking, team-building, communication.

Network with peers, top executives, providers of logistics services

and products.

Women-Owned Businesses Grow 47% Faster

Hundreds Expected to Attend

Women Control 40% Investible Assets

20+ Educational Sessions

Women Make Exceptional Leaders

100+ Brands As Part of Expo

40% $

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ABF Freight SystemArrow Truck SalesAveritt ExpressBendix Commercial Vehicle SystemsBennett International GroupBrenny TransportationC.R. EnglandC.H. RobinsonCalArk Trucking Co.Career BuilderCeladonCovenant TransportDTXFedEx Custom Critical

FedEx FreightFreightlinerFrito-LayGreat DaneHyundai TransleadJ.B. Hunt TransportLandstar TransportationMichelinOld Dominion Freight Line, Inc.PeterbiltPITT OHIOR&L Global LogisticsRandall-Reilly Publishing Co, LLCRyder System, Inc.

Schneider National, Inc.Southeastern Freight LinesTMW SystemsTransport AmericaTravel Centers of America/ Petro Stopping CentersTrimacU.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc.Volvo TrucksWalmart TransportationWernerXPO LogisticsYRC WorldwideZip Xpress, Inc.

Gold Partners: Silver Partners:

Bronze Partners:

Our Mission

Women In Trucking was established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.

Demographics:

Corporate members: 350 active corporate companies

Individual members: 2,200+

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A Sampling of Member Companies

Members of Women In Trucking range from motor carriers of all sizes and logistics service providers to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and private fleets of leading retailers and manufacturers. Here are just a few of our members:

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Women In Trucking Membership

16%

84%

Gender Type

Industries Titles*

Consulting Industry Related

Other

Health & FitnessFinancial and Insurance

Trucking AssociationsTruck Driving Schools

Trucks, Trailers & AccessoriesTrucking & Logistic Companies 35%

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Industries

Other

Manager

Director

COO/CFO/Vice President

President/Owner/Chairman/CEO

Title

31%

15%

13%

16%

25%* Based on members reporting their titles

Student Membership

Other

Corporate – School or Non-Profit

Individual, Non-Driver

Corporate - 250 or Fewer Employees

Truck Driver

Corporate - 250+ Employees

Type

29%

34%

15%

10%

4%

7%

1%

For Sponsor Information, contact: Carleen Herndon 615-696-1870 • carleen@womenintrucking.org

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ONLINE BRANDING Diamond Ruby Sapphire Expo Only

Conference Email Campaign: 4 4 4 — Your logo featured on e-blasts.

Conference Website: 4 4 4 — Visitors will see your logo 24/7

Visitors will see your company name 4 4 4 4 with link.

WIT e-News: 12 issues 8 issues 4 issues — Your logo will be featured in WITs weekly e-newsletter, reaching thousands of readers.

Webcasts: 4 4 — — Your company is featured as a sponsor of a webcast, promoted to the WIT audience.

Thought Leadership: 4 4 4 — Your insights and expertise featured in a bylined column in WIT e-News.

Social Media: 4 4 4 4 Promoted through all WIT social media channels: FB, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube.

Build your brand and name recognition through powerful online and e-marketing strategies.

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For Sponsor Information, contact: Carleen Herndon 615-696-1870 • carleen@womenintrucking.org

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IN PRINT MARKETING Diamond Ruby Sapphire Expo Only

Redefining The Road Magazine: 4 4 — — Receive article about your company in WIT’s premier magazine which is circulated to thousands of readers.

National Advertising: 4 4 4 — Your logo will be featured in all print advertisements promoting the conference.

Conference Brochure: 4 4 4 — Your logo is featured on direct mail reaching thousands of decision-makers.

Conference On-Site Booklet: Cover Cover Inside Profile Only Your company and profile is featured in the on-site booklet.

Keep your brand in front of the transportation industry through national advertising and targeted direct-mail campaigns.

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For Sponsor Information, contact: Carleen Herndon 615-696-1870 • carleen@womenintrucking.org

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Visit WomenInTrucking.org for details & to register!

Nov. 7-9, 2016 | Dallas, Texas

Creating Gender Diversity Makes Good Business Sense.Looking to build a competitive edge for your companyand employees? Learn how diversity strengthensproductivity among business professionals and drivers, while you provide them access to the knowledge and network needed to be successful. Why attend this event?

30+ educational sessions covering relevant topics, ranging from capacity challenges and cost management to driver and gender issues.

Executive insights from shippers, logistics providers, and carriers of all modes to provide ideas to improve productivity and business results.

Access to unique information and solutions that helps to understand challenges, opportunities, and trends.

Make industry connections that are invaluable to you.

Sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities available!Call 1-888-464-9482 or email carleen@mindshare.bz

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AT THE CONFERENCE Diamond Ruby Sapphire Expo Only

10x10 Premium Booth: 4 4 4 Premium Your “inner tier” space at the expo serves as a branding billboard during conference sessions.

10X10 Standard Booth: — — — Standard The “outer tier” is your space to increase your visibility and to help you build relationships and business!

Room Key: 4 4 — — Your logo is printed on the room keys of all conference attendees staying at the hotel.

Name Recognition: 4 4 4 — You receive regular mention and logo presentation on the Jumbotron screen throughout the conference.

Free Conference Registrations: 4 3 2 1

Additional Registrations (Discounted): $299

Sponsor Package Pricing* $9,200 $7,200 $5,200 $3,200 Premium Only $2,800 Standard

Build relationships with decision-makers at the Accelerate! Conference & Expo by Women In Trucking.

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NOTE: All WIT members will receive a $300

discount off these rates!

*NEW: Two Premier Diamond Sponsorships are available ($11,200) giving maximum branding as “Top Sponsor” and a unique open 15’ X 15’ space on the expo floor.

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EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES:

Networking Reception Sponsorship . . . . $5,800

Lunch Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,800

Breakfast Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,300

Break Sponsorship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,300

Board Luncheon/Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . $1,250

Lanyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $4,800

Conference Bags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,800

Customized Notepads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500

Charging Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500

Drop Cards ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500

Promotional Flier ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,700

Pens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,200

Custom Coordinated Sponsorships available, ie: WIFI, Window and Floor Decals. Call for options, availability, and pricing.

Increase your visibility at the conference by participating in an Exclusive Sponsorship.

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For Sponsor Information, contact: Carleen Herndon 615-696-1870 • carleen@womenintrucking.org

NOTE: All members of the Women In Trucking Association will receive a $300 discount off these rates.

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Exhibition Floor Plan • November 6-8, 2017 • Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center

2017 FLOOR PLANNov. 6-8 • Sheraton Kansas City Hotel • Grand Ballroom

Premium Booths: 101-133, 209-213 (10x10’) 134-135 (15x15’)

Standard Booths: 201-208 (8x8’) 301-309 (8x8’)

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It all takes place at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center!

Experience the unique character of Kansas City, which is known for its barbecue, jazz heritage and fountains. Stay at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center, where the Accelerate! Conference & Expo takes place, and your just a 5-minute walk from Sea Life Kansas City and the LEGOLAND® Discovery Center. This modern hotel also is just one mile from the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts.

The contemporary rooms feature flat-screen TVs, minifridges and WiFi. Suites add separate sitting areas.

There’s a casual restaurant with a bar and a private dining room. Other amenities include a fitness center, event space and a free local shuttle service.

Join the Women In Trucking Association and Reserve Your Sponsorship and Booth Today!

1. Join Women In Trucking (If you’re not already a member). All members receive an additional $300 off any sponsorship or booth package. > Click here to join

2. Determine level of participation (Sponsorship package or A La Carte) or Expo Only package (see previous pages).

3. Initiate Your Women In Trucking Sponsorship and/or Reserve Your Booth. > Click here

For Sponsor information, contact Carleen Herndon:

615-696-1870 carleen@womenintrucking.org

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