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  • Town and Country Hotel & Convention Center

    500 Hotel Circle N, San Diego, CA 92108

    May 4-7, 2016

    THREE EASY WAYS TO APPLY

    ONLINE www.capta.org

    FAX 916.440.1986

    MAIL 2327 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95816

    2016 CALIFORNIA STATE PTA

    ANNUAL CONVENTION

    EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

    ConventionSafari San diegoMay 4-72016

    California State

    everychild. onevoice.

    California State

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 1 Exhibitor Prospectus

    If you have any questions or concerns, please contact California State PTA

    Exhibits Chairman Stephanie Hale at [email protected]

    Dear Exhibitor:

    California State PTA is pleased to present our Exhibitor Prospectus for the

    117th Annual Convention in beautiful San Diego, May 4-7, 2016.

    The California State PTA Annual Convention offers you an opportunity to

    engage with PTA leaders, members and supporters from throughout our

    state. Our participants look forward to the opportunity to see the best in

    programs, products and services.

    Our participants represent children in preschools, elementary, middle and

    high schools. They value the opportunity to see, meet and network with

    providers who can help them accomplish their 2016-2017 goals.

    Convention sponsorship opportunities at all levels are also available. There is

    more information on the opportunity to sponsor in this prospectus and

    online at http://capta.org/programs-events/convention/sponsorship-

    opportunities/.

    I look forward to an engaging, informative and fun convention, filled with all

    the things our participants love -- including a dynamic exhibit hall!

    See you in San Diego!

    Justine Fischer, President

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 2 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Table of Contents

    Booths .......................................................................................................................................... 3-4

    Exhibit Hall Map .......................................................................................................................... 5

    How to Apply ............................................................................................................................ 6-8

    Accommodations ......................................................................................................................... 9

    Exhibitor Information ........................................................................................................ 10-12

    Area Map ...................................................................................................................................... 13

    Policies and Procedures .................................................................................................. 14-18

    Sponsorship Opportunities ................................................................................................... 19

    Sample Certificates ............................................................................................................ 20-21

    Hold Harmless Agreement .................................................................................................... 22

    Exhibitor Staff Pre-Registration Form ............................................................................... 23

    Application/Contract for Exhibit Space ..................................................................... 24-25

    List of Previous Convention Exhibitors ............................................................................ 26

    Exhibitor Chairman Contact Information ........................................................................ 27

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 3 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Booths

    Commercial Organizations FEE PKG A PKG B

    Corner Booth (8x10x8 or 10x10x8*) $1,500 $1,681 $1,773

    Standard Booth (8x10x8 or 10x10x8*) 1,350 1,481 1,573

    Nonprofit Organizations

    Corner Booth (8x10x8 or 10x10x8*) $900 $1,081 $1,173

    Standard Booth (8x10x8 or 10x10x8*) 750 931 1,023

    Nonprofits must provide proof of nonprofit status at time of registration.

    Allied Agencies/District PTAs

    As negotiated per Memo of Understanding

    *10x10x8 booth spaces are primarily for Sponsors.

    Priority booth selection is given to convention sponsors. See sponsorship

    opportunities for details.

    All packages include back-rail and side-rail draping,

    200# drayage and organization identification name.

    Each Exhibitor receives one (1) FREE Smart Lead Device (SLD).

    Additional devices can be rented from SMART-reg International.

    Smart Lead Device (SLD)

    The SLD collects the contact and demographic information from the delegates

    badge, creating a database for the exhibitor. Information can be downloaded

    daily or at the end of convention. Sheet and order form for additional SLDs is

    included in the service kit from GES. Any questions, contact SMART-reg

    International at (888) 999-9169.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 4 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Discount Furniture Packages

    Package A - One (1) table, two (2) chairs and trash can

    Package B - One (1) table, two (2) chairs, carpet and trash can

    Must be pre-registered and paid in full by February 28, 2016 to receive packages.

    Service Kit: Contact GES directly March 1April 17, 2016

    Any additional items, contact GES for pricing, etc. Note that facility, union and

    GES work rules and other procedures may result in additional fees being charged

    to the exhibitor who will be responsible for those charges.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 5 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Exhibit Hall Map

    Two (2) Exhibit Halls

    Sponsors have priority selection

    Golden Hall Sponsor Hall 41 Booths @ 10x10, plus PTA Booths

    Atlas Hall General Exhibits 127 Booths @ 8x10

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 6 Exhibitor Prospectus

    How to Apply EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION IS NOT AVAILABLE ONSITE

    To get the best booth location, be sure to register online early!

    Exhibitor Online Registration Opens January 6, 2016

    http://capta.org/programs-events/convention/become-an-exhibitor/

    (Click on the exhibitor registration button)

    Login: (Your Company Name)

    Password: ex2016pta

    Payment by credit card only

    Choose three (3) booth numbers (hover on booth spaces to see who is around

    you). Online chart highlights booth status (RED=Sold and YELLOW=Pending). The

    floor plan for exhibitor booths can also be found on the CAPTA website at

    http://downloads.capta.org/con/FloorPlan.pdf.

    Vendor Insurance due by April 17, 2016

    Certificate of Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement and Hold Harmless

    Agreement

    Send via one method only to avoid duplication. Samples included in this

    document.

    Send to the attention of Jennifer Burgh.

    Email: Send PDF copy to [email protected] (preferred method)

    Fax: (818) 662-9312

    Questions about insurance? Contact the California State PTA insurance broker

    at Knight Insurance Services, Jennifer Burgh, at (818) 662-4200.

    Booth selection guaranteed when full payment and Application/Contract is received

    and approved by the Exhibit Chairman, as well by the insurance broker.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 7 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Options

    Video Advertisement

    An exciting opportunity awaits! Create a video advertisement and be among

    the first to have it exhibited on the California State PTA website capta.org! It

    is another way to showcase products and information about your company.

    You provide the video; we feature it on our website! Even if you are not able

    to join us in San Diego, you can still participate through video advertisements.

    Ads will run one week prior, during and two weeks after convention (April 27-

    May 21, 2016). They will be accessible to anyone visiting the CAPTA website,

    and the link will automatically be sent to any convention participant using the

    access-control system for workshops. Advertising videos are subject to

    approval by the state PTA president. Discuss your options with us today!

    Contact [email protected] or call (916) 661-7415.

    Commercial Organizations

    30-second video $1,350 60-second video $1,500

    Nonprofit Organizations

    30-second video $750 60-second video $900

    Allied Agencies/District PTAs

    As negotiated per Memo of Understanding

    Additional Exhibitor Staff

    Only five (5) exhibitor staff members may work in the booth at the same

    time. Add extra staff for an additional $50 fee for each staff member. This fee

    will be added to your bill if not prepaid and more than five (5) staff members

    are found in your booth.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 8 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Workshops

    Attend one (1) workshop of your choice if seating permits for a $69 fee per

    person. Exhibitors may not hand out any materials in workshops or table

    talks.

    Alternate Registration: Fax completed Application/Contract to (916) 440-1986,

    include credit card information. Application/Contract must be signed; no checks by

    fax. To avoid duplication, please do not submit an online registration if you sent a

    fax.

    NOTE: Booth confirmation will be sent via email to the contact person on the

    application form. Changes to exhibitor profile may be made using the username

    and password listed in the email.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 9 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Accommodations The host hotel in San Diego is the Town and

    Country Resort & Convention Center, which

    provides easy access from lodging to the

    convention center. Hotel reservations can be made online. Links to the

    designated convention hotel are on the California State PTA website

    www.capta.org or click here to access the link for hotel accommodations.

    TOWN AND COUNTRY RESORT & CONVENTION CENTER

    500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

    Reservations: (619) 502-7036

    What you need to know

    1. Housing reservations open January 6, 2016.

    2. The group reservation rate is available online until April 10, 2016.

    3. After April 10, reservations must be made directly with the hotel and are subject to

    availability and price increase.

    4. Have a credit card available to reserve your room.

    5. Payment is made directly to the hotel at the end of your hotel stay.

    6. Expect the hotel to require payment by credit card or cash only.

    FAQs

    Do I have to make reservations online or can I call the hotel directly?

    * Registering online is the preferred method. However, you may call the hotel directly. Be sure to

    ask for the California Congress of Parents and Teachers group rate.

    What if I have roommates? How do we indicate rooming preferences?

    * Designate one roommate to reserve the room. On the sign-up page, indicate the number of

    individuals staying in each room. Upon arrival at the hotel, you will need to identify each guest

    who will be sharing the room.

    Need more info?

    * Contact California State PTA: (916) 661-7415.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 10 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Exhibitor Information Exhibitor Listing

    Submit the following items no later than April 17, 2016, to be in the exhibitor

    listing in the delegate registration materials:

    Application/Contract Online or by Fax

    Certificate of Liability Insurance to Knight Insurance Services

    Additional Insured Endorsement to Knight Insurance Services

    Hold Harmless Agreement to Knight Insurance Services

    Full Payment to California State PTA

    Town and Country Resort & Convention Center Vendor Agreement

    (provided by exhibitor chairman upon registration).

    Exhibits Time Schedule

    Installation: Tuesday, May 3, 2016 from 2-5 p.m.

    Walk-through at 5 p.m. (subject to change)

    Please contact California State PTA Exhibit Chairman Stephanie Hale at

    [email protected] for extenuating installation needs.

    Join online with a credit card at www.capta.org or print and return this completed form with check payable to

    Golden State PTA.

    Mail to: Golden State PTA c/o California State PTA

    2327 L Street Sacramento, CA 95816-5014

    Your Golden State PTA membership card will be mailed

    to you.

    PTA is a powerful voice for ALL children, a relevant

    resource for families and a strong advocate for public

    education.

    Golden State PTA membership dues are $10 per person. Membership is nonrefundable. Name(s):_________________________________ ________________________________________ Address:_________________________________ ________________________________________ City:____________________________________ State/ZIP:_________Phone:__________________ Email:___________________________________

    Dues ( ___ x $10.00) $___________

    Scholarship fund (tax-ded. donation) $___________

    Donation to GSPTA (tax deductible) $___________

    Total amount enclosed $__________

    A sign will be provided to you at convention to display in your booth

    indicating you are a Golden State PTA member.

    We appreciate your support.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 11 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Reception

    Exhibit Hall Opening Reception on Wednesday, May 4, 2016 from 7:30-10 p.m.

    Mandatory Exhibitor Briefing

    Wednesday, May 4, 2016 from 8-9 a.m.

    Receive up-to-date information about convention.

    Pick up your name badges. Badges are printed with staff and company

    name and must be worn at all times.

    Pick up tote bag with program and lanyard.

    All exhibitors (staff included) must sign in/register with the Exhibit Chairman in

    Atlas Hall. A $35 replacement fee will be charged for reprinting lost badges.

    Exhibitor Hall Hours (subject to change)

    Golden Pacific Hall for Sponsors

    Wednesday, May 4 ........................................... 9 a.m. 4 p.m.

    and 7:30 - 10 p.m. (reception)

    Thursday, May 5 ................................................. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

    Friday, May 6 ....................................................... 8 a.m. 2 p.m.

    Atlas Hall

    Wednesday, May 4 ........................................... 10 a.m. 4 p.m.

    and 7:30 10 p.m. (reception)

    Thursday, May 5 ................................................. 10 a.m. 3 p.m.

    Friday, May 6 ....................................................... 9 a.m. 2 p.m.

    Exhibitors may access the Exhibit Hall 1/2 hour prior to opening

    and may remain up to 1/2 hour after closing.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 12 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Grade Levels Represented

    Number of Conventions Attended

    Free Day

    Friday, May 6, 2016, convention participant free day with wristband.

    Dismantling Schedule

    Friday, May 6, 2016 at 2 p.m.

    All exhibitor items must be removed immediately after the closing time.

    Hospitality Room/Open House Prohibited

    It is prohibited for an exhibitor to host a hospitality room or open house during

    convention general meeting times.

    Elementary

    49%

    K-8

    8% Middle

    9%

    High

    16%

    None

    18%

    1-5 = 66%

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 13 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Area Map

    The Exhibit Hall, general meetings and all workshops will be at the

    Town and Country Resort & Convention Center in San Diego.

    Map data 2015 Google

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 14 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Policies and Procedures GES is the official show management group for the 2016 California State PTA Convention.

    Access the service kit online at https://ordering.ges.com/025600111

    1. SMOKING: Smoking in the convention center is strictly prohibited.

    2. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: Alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the Exhibit Hall at any time.

    3. FOOD SAMPLES AND HEALTH PERMIT: Exhibitors may dispense refreshments/samples from their booth. All liquid and

    food samples may not exceed two ounces per serving.

    4. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS AND REGULATIONS: Participants shall comply with all federal, state and local laws,

    ordinances, and regulations now or hereafter in effect, and obtain all permits and licenses, bonds and insurance required

    and comply with any rules and regulations regarding use of the facility established by the convention center director, as

    amended from time to time, and with the instructions of convention center director or authorized city employees.

    5. CONTRACT FOR SPACE

    Applications/Contracts must include full payment or a non-refundable deposit of $200 per space, which shall be

    applied to the space rental fee.

    Applications/Contracts must specify products scheduled for exhibition, selling and/or distribution.

    The Application/Contract for space, formal notice of assignment and acceptance by California State PTA, and full

    payment of rental charges constitute a contract for the right to use this space.

    Booth space is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

    All exhibitors must have their own booth space, no sharing booth space.

    All demonstrations, or other promotional activities, must be confined within the limits of the exhibit booth.

    The exhibitor shall not display or place any product, sign, partition, apparatus, shelving or other construction which

    extends more than eight (8) feet above the floor or more than four (4) feet in depth from the back wall.

    Exhibitors occupying both end spaces of a row MAY NOT extend back display greater than four (4) feet from

    either side of center line of booth.

    Helium balloons are not permitted in the Exhibit Hall.

    No interference with the lightning or view of other exhibitors is permitted.

    The California State PTA and Fire Marshall will walk through the Exhibit Hall prior to opening for a safety check.

    CAPTA reserves the right to prohibit any materials from being displayed.

    Any space not claimed or occupied by 5 p.m., Tuesday May 3, 2016, is forfeited without refund of rental paid.

    The exhibitor expressly agrees not to dismantle the exhibit or start packing before the final closing hour of

    the Exhibit Hall, Friday, May 6 at 2 p.m.

    Exhibiting company name or owner change must be forwarded immediately to CAPTA.

    Applications/Contracts will not be accepted after April 17, 2016.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 15 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Policies and procedures continued

    6. FAILURE TO PAY RENTAL FEE

    Exhibitors failing to make payments when due may be canceled by CAPTA without notice.

    CAPTA shall be entitled to close an exhibit at any time for failure by any participant or any of its officers, agents,

    employees or other representatives to perform, meet or observe any term or condition set forth herein, and such

    participant shall not be entitled to a refund of any part of any fee not for any consequential losses.

    7. SELECTION OF EXHIBITORS

    CAPTA reserves the right to decline or prohibit any exhibit which in its judgment is inappropriate. This reservation is

    all-inclusive as to persons, things, printed matter, products and conduct.

    Exhibitors who cause or caused CAPTA a financial burden or harass other exhibitors will not be

    permitted to exhibit at this or any future conventions

    8. RESTRICTION IN OPERATION OF EXHIBITS

    CAPTA reserves the right to judge the noise level emitted by any exhibitors sound-making devices at any

    time during the convention and may require the volume be lowered or silenced. California State PTA will not

    reasonably withhold permission for sound-making devices if the volume is judged to be within acceptable

    limits. California State PTA may also prohibit or evict any exhibitor, which in the discretion and judgment

    detract from the general character of the exhibit as a whole.

    In the event of such restriction or eviction, CAPTA is not liable for any refunds of rental or other exhibit expense or

    for any consequential losses.

    Sideshow tactics and lotteries are prohibited.

    Drawings may be held provided an exchange of money is not involved.

    9. EXHIBITING

    All exhibitors must have a valid business license and have the number available upon request in their exhibit booth.

    Exhibitors are responsible to secure permission for the use of any copyright or trademark materials displayed

    or sold.

    The acronym PTA or name California State PTA may not be utilized in any exhibitor materials.

    The exhibit must be staffed at all times. Exhibitors or their staff may attend one workshop for a fee of $69 per

    person attending.

    No more than 5 staff members will be allowed per exhibit booth at any one time.

    10. CATASTROPHE

    If, in the event of war, terrorism, fire, power outage, earthquake, strike, government regulations, public catastrophe, act

    of God or the public enemy, or other cause, the convention or any part thereof is prevented from being held, or is

    canceled by California State PTA, California State PTA shall determine and refund to the applicant its proportionate

    share of the balance of the aggregate exhibit fees received which remains after deducting expenses incurred by

    California State PTA and reasonable compensation to California State PTA, but in no case shall the amount of refund to

    the applicant exceed the amount of the exhibit fee paid.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 16 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Policies and procedures continued

    11. CARE OF BUILDING AND EQUIPMENT

    Exhibitor is liable for any damage occurring from injury or defacing of the walls or floors of the building, the booths, or

    the equipment of the booths, caused by the exhibitor or their agents.

    12. FIRE, SAFETY AND HEALTH

    The exhibitor assumes all responsibility for compliance with all city and state ordinances and regulations including those

    covering fire, safety and health. Flammable or other dangerous fluids, substances, materials, equipment, or other items,

    the use of which is in violation of city, county or state laws or regulations, may not be used in any booth. The exhibitor

    must use flame-resistant decorative materials. Fire extinguisher equipment shall not be covered or obstructed in any

    manner. All aisles and exits must be kept clear at all times.

    13. IRREGULAR CANVASSING AND/OR ACTIVITIES BEYOND EXHIBITORS SPACE

    Distribution of materials may be made only within the booth assigned to the exhibitor presenting such material. Non-

    exhibiting firms are not permitted to canvas, solicit, hold workshops, or distribute literature or other promotion devices

    during the convention.

    14. LIABILITY AND INSURANCE

    Neither California State PTA, nor the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center, nor the management or any

    officers or staff member of either, are responsible for the safety of the property of the exhibitors from theft, damage by

    fire, accident or other causes. Exhibitors are advised to consult their insurance broker for proper coverage on display

    material from the time it leaves the exhibitors premises until its return. Neither California State PTA, nor Town and

    Country Resort & Convention Center management, nor any of their officers, agents, employees or other representatives,

    shall be held accountable or liable for, and the same are hereby released from accountability or liability for all damage,

    loss, harm or injury to the person or any property of the exhibitor and of all of its officers, agents, employees or other

    representatives, resulting from theft, fire, water, accident or any other cause, and neither California State PTA nor the

    Town and Country Resort & Convention Center will obtain insurance against any such damage, loss, harm or injury.

    Exhibitors are required to provide Certificate of Liability Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement and Hold Harmless

    Agreement with their Application/Contract and also provide such evidence when acting as a vendor at any PTA function.

    Application/Contract and payment, less $200 nonrefundable deposit cancellation charge, are returned to the exhibitor if

    correct insurance is not submitted. If the exhibitor files its annual insurance with the California State PTA insurance

    broker, an annual Certificate of Liability Insurance and Additional Insured Endorsement need not be forwarded to the

    insurance broker. In addition, if the exhibitor files its certificate showing the annual term of coverage with the California

    State PTA insurance broker, the exhibitor does not need to file separately with any individual unit, council or district PTA

    during the year for individual events. Proof of Insurance does NOT constitute an endorsement by California State PTA

    (See sample Certificate of Liability Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement and Hold Harmless Agreement

    forms.)

    The Additional Insured Endorsement attached to the Certificate of Liability Insurance must name as additional insured:

    California State PTA, all units, councils and districts of the California State PTA and all of their officers, directors,

    members and volunteers.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 17 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Policies and procedures continued

    The Comprehensive General Liability policy must be for a minimum of $1,000,000 combined single limit and cover,

    among other risks, the contractual liability assumed by exhibitor, personal injury coverage, premises liability coverage

    and products liability if exhibitor is providing a product or products. The certificate must allow for a thirty (30) day

    notice of cancellation to the PTA. For additional information or clarification, please contact Knight Insurance Services.

    (Contact information listing on page two.)

    15. INDEMNIFICATION

    The applicant hereby agrees to indemnify, defend and protect the California State PTA and Town and Country Resort &

    Convention Center management against, and hold and save the California State PTA and Town and Country Resort &

    Convention Center management harmless from, any and all claims, demands, suits, liability, damages, loss, costs,

    attorney fees and expense of whatever kind or nature which might result from or arise out of any action or failure to act

    of the applicant or any of its officers, agents, employees, or other representatives, including but not limited to claims of

    damage or loss to property, or from any damage, loss, harm or injury to the person or any property of the applicant of

    any of its officers, agents, employees or other representatives.

    Exhibitors are required to have insurance in the event their operations cause injury to anyone. California State PTA

    has insurance to cover the California State PTA and its unit, council, and district PTAs if they are the cause of an

    injury.

    16. WORKERS-COMPENSATION INSURANCE

    By entering into this Application/Contract, the exhibitor applicant certifies it is aware of the provisions of the Labor Code

    of the State of California which require every employer to be insured against liability of workers compensation or to

    undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that code, and certifies it will comply with such provisions

    before commencing any activities in connection with this Application/Contract.

    17. LIVE ANIMALS

    Animals may not be brought into the Town and Country Resort & Convention Center without the prior written

    consent of the onsite Event Services Manager, except guide dogs for the visually impaired.

    Exhibitors must ensure the animal is adequately controlled, supervised, appropriate safety measures are in place,

    and the animal is treated in a humane manner.

    Additional costs and insurance coverage may be required by the Convention Center for presence of live animals.

    Live animals which will be on display must be indicated on the Application/Contract (page 22).

    Requirements will be made available from the exhibit chairman upon request.

    18. PUBLIC SAFETY

    Conduct activities with full regard to public safety.

    Observe and abide by all applicable regulations now in effect or as amended or promulgated from time to time,

    and requested by city and duly authorized governmental agencies responsible for public safety.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 18 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Policies and procedures continued

    19. PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO, AND AUDIO SOUND DEVICES

    NO photography, videotaping, or audio recording of any delegate, participant or PTA-sponsored event unless written

    consent is obtained prior to convention activities commencing.

    Use of photographs, videos, or audio recordings after the end of the California State PTA Annual Convention is

    subject to consent and approval by California State PTA.

    All sound-making equipment shall be operated at a level which will not interfere with other exhibitors.

    20. TEXTING

    Exhibitors may NOT text any delegate or participant during workshop or general meeting time frames.

    21. UNION REGULATIONS

    Union contract rules and regulations require union labor for certain aspects of your exhibit handling.

    Union labor is at the exhibitors expense.

    A Union Labor Jurisdiction Sheet with a comprehensive list of Dos and Donts is provided to all confirmed

    exhibiting companies in the service kit sent by GES Exposition Services.

    22. CANCELLATION POLICY

    A refund is processed only if cancellation is requested in writing by March 1, 2016. California State PTA will refund to

    the exhibitor the total amount which the exhibitor paid to date less the $200 non-refundable per space deposit. There

    are no refunds, under any circumstances, if a cancellation request is received by California State PTA after March

    1, 2016.

    These Policies and Procedures become a part of the contract between the exhibitor and California State PTA.

    All points not covered are subject to the decision of the California State PTA.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 19 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Sponsorship Opportunities Help California State PTA positively impact the lives of children and families!

    California State PTA connects families, schools and communities, and is the largest childrens advocacy

    association in the state. Serving as a sponsor is a great way to show your support for all children and

    families and the issues most important to them.

    The California State PTA Annual Convention is the premier place to connect with thousands of parents

    and PTA leaders throughout the state. Your generous contribution and participation enables us to

    provide convention participants with top-quality training and networking experiences. It also helps you

    connect directly with thousands of dedicated, volunteer parents who serve as members and leaders in

    their local communities.

    Become a Sponsor Today

    Sponsor acknowledgements vary according to the sponsorship level. For a detailed list of packages at

    each level, visit http://capta.org/programs-events/convention/sponsorship-opportunities/ or contact

    California State PTA Assistant Executive Director Erika Trujillo at (916) 440-1985, ext. 116.

    Thank you to our 2015 Convention Sponsors

    We are also grateful to the following organization for their ongoing support:

    CSM BB & T Insurance Services of CA, Inc. Nickys Folders GES Exposition Services

    Smart-Reg Kustom Imprints Sacramento Convention Center

  • Sample Certificate of Liability Insurance

    2016 California State PTA Convention 20 Exhibitor Prospectus

  • Sample of Endorsement

    2016 California State PTA Convention 21 Exhibitor Prospectus

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 22 Exhibitor Prospectus

    California State PTA insurance does not cover vendors/concessionaires/service providers. Consequently, all

    vendors/concessionaires/service providers are required to provide Evidence of Insurance to each PTA unless annual

    Evidence of Insurance has been filed with the California State PTA Insurance Broker.

    HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT FOR PTA FUND RAISING VENDORS/CONCESSIONAIRES/SERVICE PROVIDERS

    Insurance Requirements:

    (a) Workers Compensation Insurance, Required if you have employees engaged in the performance of work under the agreement.

    (b) Comprehensive General Liability, Required $1,000,000 Combined Single Limit. This policy shall cover, among

    other risks, the contractual liability assumed by vendor/concessionaire/service provider under the

    indemnification provision set for in the agreement, and includes Bodily Injury, Property Damage, Personal

    Injury and Products Liability if applicable.

    (c) Automobile Liability Insurance. Required only if you are providing transportation (e.g., limousine or bus

    service) at PTA event. $5,000,000 limit required. $1,500,000 for Limos with 15 or less passengers.

    If you (vendor/concessionaire/service provider) fall under (b) or (c), a Certificate of Insurance showing policy limits and an

    endorsement to the policy MUST be submitted with your contract.

    Contract containing the following language MUST be added to the above policies (b) and (c) as an

    Additional Insured:

    The California Congress of Parents, Teachers, and Students, Inc. (California State PTA), including all unit, council

    and district PTAs and all their officers, directors, members and volunteers. The insurance afforded by this policy shall be

    primary insurance to any other valid and collectible insurance available to PTA and

    (Name of vendor/concessionaire/service provider)

    I/We

    (vendor/concessionaire/ service provider) agree(s) to defend and to indemnify and hold harmless, the California Congress of

    Parents, Teachers, and Students, Inc. (California State PTA), including all unit, council and district PTAs and all of their

    officers, directors, members and volunteers with respect to my/our liability for bodily injury, property damage or personal and advertising injury to the extent caused by my/our acts or omissions or for the acts or omissions of those acting on my/our behalf:

    A. In the performance of my/our ongoing operations; or

    B. In the sale or distribution of my/our products; or

    C. In connection with my/our premises rented to you.

    Unless caused by the negligence of the California State PTA, unit, council or district PTAs.

    NOTE: The terms and conditions of this agreement shall apply with respect to Vendors/Concessionaires/Service Providers operations for any unit, council, district or State PTA in California.

    DATE: SIGNED: (Vendor/Concessionaire/Service Provider)

    NAME OF ENTITY: TITLE:

    Vendor: If you wish to be included as an approved vendor on the PTA Insurance website contact our

    broker at 818.662.4200 or by email at [email protected]

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 23 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Staff Pre-Registration Form 117th California State PTA Annual Convention in San Diego at the Town and

    Country Resort & Convention Center

    Exhibits Open: May 4 - 6, 2016

    Please type or print clearly (up to 30 characters).

    Name of Company: __________________________________________________________

    Contact Person: Phone: ( )

    Email: ______________________________________________________________________

    Booth Size: 8x10 Regular Booth 10x10 (Sponsors)

    1 Space 2 Spaces 3 Spaces 4 Spaces Other:

    NOTE: You may have five (5) staff members attending your 10x8 or 10x10 booth area at any given time,

    at no charge. If more staff members are required, there will be a fifty dollar ($50) charge for each

    additional individual.

    Staff:

    1. ___________________________________________________________________________

    2. ___________________________________________________________________________

    3. ___________________________________________________________________________

    4. ___________________________________________________________________________

    5. ___________________________________________________________________________

    6. ___________________________________________________________________________

    7. ___________________________________________________________________________

    8. ___________________________________________________________________________

    9. ___________________________________________________________________________

    10. __________________________________________________________________________

  • 117th Annual California State PTA Convention

    2016 California State PTA Convention 24 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Faxed Application/Contract for Exhibit Space only DO NOT USE THIS FORM IF YOU APPLIED ONLINE Town and Country Resort & Convention Center in San Diego, May 4-7, 2016

    FAX: (916) 440-1986 (credit cards only) Exhibits Open: May 4-6, 2016

    Please type or print; complete ALL areas below:

    Date: Company Name:

    Contact Person: Title:

    Address: City: State: ZIP:

    Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Email:

    Federal Tax ID # (Required): Insurance on file with Knight Insurance Services? Yes No

    Insurance Company: Name of Insured:

    Agents Name: Agents Phone: ( )

    Type of Company: Commercial Nonprofit - must provide copy of 501 (c) 3 letter Allied Agency

    Type of Product:

    Will any item be sold or orders taken in the booth? No Yes Attach copy of your valid California Sellers Permit.

    I am aware the acronym PTA or name California State PTA may not be utilized in any exhibitor materials.

    Will food/drink samples be provided? No Yes (Liquid = two (2) ounces. Solids = one (1) ounce.)

    Will live animals be displayed in booth? No Yes (Requires pre-approval.) List animals:

    ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Booth Rental Costs:

    Commercial standard booth(s) only NO PACKAGE _____x $1,350 = $__________

    With package A _____x $1,481 = $__________

    With package B _____x $1,573 = $__________

    Commercial corner booth(s) only NO PACKAGE _____x $1,500 = $__________

    With package A _____x $1,681 = $__________

    With package B _____x $1,773 = $__________

    Nonprofit standard booth(s) only NO PACKAGE _____x $ 750 = $__________

    With package A _____x $ 931 = $__________

    With package B _____x $1,023 = $__________

    Nonprofit corner booth(s) only NO PACKAGE _____x $ 900 = $__________

    With package A _____x $1,081 = $__________

    With package B _____x $1,173 = $__________

    Sponsorship amount (Check ONLY) = $__________

    Workshop Fee $69 _____x = $__________

    TOTAL = $__________

    Payment/Deposit = $__________

    Packages A&B Balance Due by February 28, 2016

    Standard Package Balance Due by April 17, 2016 = $__________

    Booth Choices: 1st ___________________ 2nd _________________ 3rd _________________

    Contact me. I am interested in sponsorship opportunities.

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 25 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Information for Exhibitor List to be provided to Delegates:

    Contact name:

    Phone #:

    Email:

    Facebook:

    Twitter:

    Product Description for Exhibitor List (25 words or less):

    The undersigned exhibitor applicant desires to participate in the California State PTA Convention to be held in the City of San Diego, CA, May 4-7, 2016,

    subject to the terms, conditions, rules and regulations governing said convention which are set forth on the attached Rules and Regulations and which

    are expressly made a part of this Application/Contract as though repeated herein in full, preceding the signature of the undersigned. An Annual

    Certificate of Liability Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement and Hold Harmless Agreement is required to exhibit and must be sent to the California

    State PTAs insurance broker at the time of payment and Application/Contract.

    Contract is not valid until exhibitors participation is approved by the California State PTA and contract is countersigned. Booth(s) are secured when

    Application/Contract, Certificate of Liability Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement, Hold Harmless Agreement and full payment is received,

    approved and verified. Full payment must be received by April 17, 2016. If a deposit is made, the balance is due prior to booth guarantee. The exhibitor

    applicant understands the booths may be reassigned as deemed necessary by California State PTA. Application/Contract, payment of booth fee(s) and

    insurance documents are date stamped when received. Applicant agrees to pay the space rental fees allocated to the booths assigned. No refund,

    UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, if cancellation is received by the California State PTA after March 1, 2016.

    In witness whereof, the exhibitor applicant has caused this Application/Contract to be executed individually or by an officer, agent, or representative duly

    authorized to execute same and agrees that, if granted, exhibitor and all of its representatives will abide by all rules and regulations as stated within this

    Exhibitor Prospectus.

    Signature: ______________________________________________ Print Name: _______________________________________________

    Title: __________________________________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________

    Check Money order Visa MasterCard American Express Amount to be charged: ___________________________

    Credit card number: Expiration date: / Security Code: _______

    Name on Card: Cardholders Signature: ___________________________________________

    Make check/money order payable to California State PTA. Mail payment with Application/Contract to California State PTA, 2327 L

    Street, Sacramento, CA 95816, Attention: Exhibitor Registration. Online and FAX registration payment is by credit card only.

    NOTE: Certificate of Liability Insurance, Additional Insured Endorsement and Hold Harmless Agreement must be sent to Knight

    Insurance Services; FAX: (818) 662-9312; Contact Person: Jennifer Burgh.

    Contract is not valid until exhibitors participation is approved by the California State PTA and contract is countersigned.

    CALIFORNIA STATE PTA USE ONLY

    APPROVED BY: ______________________________________, CALIFORNIA STATE PTA PRESIDENT DATE: ___________________

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 26 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Exhibitors at 2015 Convention

    99 Pledges

    Aidtree Inc.

    All for KIDZ/The NED Show

    Apex Fun Run

    Art in Action

    Bedtime Math Foundation

    BellCurve Labs Inc.

    Boost Promotions

    Boosterthon

    Brax Fundraising

    Buell Recreation, LLC

    California Action for Healthy Kids

    California Jump$tart Coalition

    California Milk Advisory Board

    California Music Educators Assoc.

    California Scholarship Federation

    California School Employees Assoc.

    California School Library Assoc.

    California School Nurses Org.

    California Team Wear

    Cash 4 Used Clothing Fundraiser

    Charleston Wrap by: Jaxco

    Child Safety Network

    Chuck E. Cheese's

    Coast 2 Coast Soccer

    Color-a-thon

    Comcast

    Creative Sports, Inc.

    CSM

    Dairy Council of California

    DB Academics

    December Gift Shop

    E-Complete

    Ed100

    Educational Products, Inc.

    Educational Results Partnership

    ETS

    Fire Up your Feet

    Fourleaf

    Full Spectrum Ed. Serv.

    Fun Services

    FundTube

    Gateway Fund Raising

    GPA Learn

    Great American Opport.

    Groggy Dog Sportswear

    Hemet USD Print Serv.

    Herff Jones Yearbooks

    Impact Teen Driver

    Jolly Gift Boutique

    K to College

    KLM Auctions

    Knight Insurance Serv.

    Knott's Berry Farm

    Koin, Inc.

    Konstella

    Lifetouch

    LACOE

    LOVE Reusable Bags

    Lucky Kats, Inc.

    Magic Masseuse

    Mentor eData

    Mixed Bags Design

    Mustache Mikes Truck

    My School Color Run

    Oubly

    Panda Restaurant Group

    Perry Pence & Assoc.

    Picaboo Yearbooks

    Picked to Perfection LLC

    Playgrounds by Design

    PledgeStar

    Polar Electro

    Popcornopolis

    PT Avenue

    Quantum Learning

    Read-a-thon

    Reindeer Lane

    RO-SHAM-BO Inc.

    Safe Routes to Schools

    ScholarShare

    Scholastic Book Fairs

    School Apptitude

    School Datebooks

    Schoola

    Sears/Dockers

    SeaWorld San Diego

    See's Candy

    Signature Fundraising

    SO-NAPA

    Southern California McDonalds

    Square 1 Art

    STAR Education

    Talk About Abuse to Liberate Kids

    Teens in the Driver Seat

    The Imagination Machine

    The Ocean Adventure

    The Original Get Movin' Crew

    The Via Foundation

    Think Kindness

    Uncle Ben's/Porter Novelli

    United Scrip

    West Coast Fundraising

    World's Finest Chocolate

    Yankee Candle Fundraising

    Z Best Fundraising

  • 2016 California State PTA Convention 27 Exhibitor Prospectus

    Contact InformationCalifornia State PTA Exhibit Chairman

    Stephanie Hale

    2327 L Street Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 440-1985 ext. 325 Fax: (916) 440.-1986

    Email: [email protected]

    Registration Company

    SMART-reg International, Inc.

    990 San Antonio Road Palo Alto, CA 94303

    (888) 999-9169 (for SMART-Lead Devices Info

    only)

    Hotel Reservations

    Town & Country Resort Hotel

    Phone Reservations: (619) 502-7036

    California State PTA Insurance Broker

    Knight Insurance Services

    535 N. Brand Blvd., Suite 1000

    Glendale, CA 91203

    Contact Person: Jennifer Burgh

    (818) 662-4200 FAX: (818)662-9312

    Email: [email protected]

    Show Decorator

    GES Exposition Services

    7050 Lindell Road Las Vegas, NV 89118-4702

    (800) 475-2098 Fax: (866) 329-1437

    Contact online: www.ges.com/contact

    Audio and Photography Release

    By registering for and/or attending the California State PTA Annual Convention, you hereby grant and

    assign California State PTA and its legal representatives the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and

    publish for editorial, trade, advertising or any other purpose and in any manner and medium, including

    website and Internet promotion, all photographic, audio, video, and digital images of you and your guests

    taken while in attendance at the California State PTA Annual Convention. By registering for and/or

    attending the California State PTA Annual Convention you hereby release California State PTA and its

    legal representatives from all claims and liability relating to said photographs, audio, video and digital

    images.

    Photography, Video and Audio Recording

    Exhibitors may NOT photograph, videotape, or audio record any delegate, participant or PTA-sponsored

    event during the California State PTA Annual Convention unless written consent is obtained prior to

    Convention activities commencing. Use of photographs, videos, or audio recordings after the end of the

    California State PTA Annual Convention is subject to consent and approval by California State PTA.

    Texting

    Exhibitors may NOT text any delegate or participant to come to the exhibit hall during workshops or

    general meeting.


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