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2013 MCN Annual ConferenceThe Minnesota Council of Nonprofits is bringing the2013 Annual Conference to the North Shore! Takingplace on October 24-25, 2013, this one-of-a-kindconference hosts over 700 nonprofit leaders, allconverging on Duluth for a day-and-a-half of learning,networking and reinvigoration.Attendees of the 2013 Annual Conference represent alldifferent types and sizes of nonprofits, and they willrepresent a range of job responsibilities, includingleadership, governance, fundraising, financialmanagement, communications, technology, publicpolicy and advocacy, among others. Product and servicevendors like you will be able to reach participants before,during and after the Annual Conference throughrecognition in promotional brochures, on the conferencewebsite, in the conference program and during plenarysessions. As an exhibitor, you will have a chance to meetwith hundreds of nonprofit and foundation leaderslooking for solutions to their organization’s managementand operations challenges.Date: October 24-25, 2013Location: Duluth Entertainment Convention Center(DECC), Duluth, MNTime: Thursday, October 24, 1 - 6:30 p.m.Friday, October 25, 7:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Admission:Super Saver: $149 for members onlyEarly Bird: $169 for members onlyStandard: $199 for members/ $239 for nonmembersLate/On-site: $239 for members/$299 for nonmembersAttendees: 700 + nonprofit professionals anddecision-makersSessions: Large plenaries, more than 40breakout sessionsConference HighlightsThis conference will be packed with networking opportunities,inspirational moments and time for learning,reflection, gathering resources and even fun. Don’t missany of these great events.∏ Exhibitor Showcase: Exhibits will feature vendorswho specialize in working with nonprofits.∏ Exhibitor Hunt: A fun game with door prizes willencourage participants to visit as many exhibitors aspossible.∏ Morning Plenary: The conference will include anopening reception that will take place in the LakeSuperior Ballroom.∏ Nonprofit Mission and Excellence Awards: We’lluse the Grand Ballroom to announce the recipients ofthe 2013 Nonprofit Mission and Excellence Awards,adding to the festivities and action of Friday’snetworking lunch.∏ Networking: Get to know hundreds of nonprofitleaders and staff across the state - meet with oldcolleagues and new friends. Find out what others aredoing, how you can collaborate, learn from oneanother, and share experiences.Questions About the Annual Conference?Contact: John Wurm at651-757-3082 orjwurm@minnesotanonprofits.org3

2013 MCN Annual ConferenceExhibit OpportunitiesOver 700 participants are expected to attend the largestgathering of nonprofits in Minnesota. As an exhibitor,you will have an opportunity to meet with decisionmakingstaff, trustees and volunteers in many positionswithin their organizations—from executive directors andcommunication managers to human resources directorsand program managers. This conference covers everythingfrom the how-to’s to the big-picture issues.As an exhibitor you will be located in the ExhibitorShowcase in the Edmund Fitzgerald Hall.Benefits to You:◊ Connect with nonprofits across the state◊ Meet with new prospects and generate new leads◊ Maximize your market exposure◊ Discuss client needs and explain solutions you offerAt the Conference:At this year’s conference, there will be concentratedperiods of time where participants will be focused onvisiting with exhibitors. Additionally, MCN will provideextra incentives for attendees to visit the ExhibitorShowcase, including:∏ Conference registration located in exhibit hall∏ Prize raffles∏ Coffee and refreshments in exhibit hall on both days∏ Extended break times on both days∏ Dessert bar in exhibit hall following Awards Luncheon∏ Coffee lounge with couches in the exhibit hall∏ Opening Reception located in exhibit hallExhibitor Package Includes:∏ 8-foot draped and skirted table and two chairs∏ Listing with Web address in event program∏ Listing and link on the event website∏ Wireless web access for your exhibit table∏ One 8 ½ x 11 black and white sign∏ Free admission to the entire conference for up to twopeople (additional staff can register at the SuperSaver rate of $149 at any point).• Available to members and associates only.Conference Details2013 MCN Annual ConferenceOctober 24-25, 2013Duluth Entertainment Conference Center (DECC)Duluth, MNExhibit Showcase HoursThursday, October 24, noon - 4:30 p.m.Friday, October 25, 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.Exhibit/Advertising Registration Deadline:Friday, September 6, 2013Set-UpThursday, October 24, 10 - 11:30 a.m.(All exhibits must be set-up by 11:30 a.m.)Tear DownFriday, October 25, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.(Early tear-downs are NOT permitted)Exhibit Showcase OptionsExhibit fees are tiered based on their location. There arelimited exhibit spaces in each category. Exhibits assignmentsare on a first-come, first-served basis. You mustrequest your space upon reservation and assignmentswill be made based on request and availability at thetime of submission.Full Exhibitor Showcase Booth: $8501/2 Exhibitor Showcase Booth: $500*See facility maps on pages 8-9 for booth locations.Exhibit fees do not include A/V needs, includingelectrical Internet access. Forms for ordering these itemswill be provided.You must indicate your booth preference on your orderform. Please indicate your first choice, and an areafor your second choice in the event your first choice istaken.7

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2013 MCN Annual ConferenceAdditional Advertising OpportunitiesProgram AdvertisingSize Width Height Rate Exhibitor Rate(a) Full Page 7 1/2” 10” $1,050 $800(b) 1/2 Page 7 1/2” 4 2/3” $800 $600(c) 1/4 Page 3 1/2” 4 2/3” $500 $300(d) Business Card 3 1/2” 2” $400 $250(a)(c)(b)(d)Packet Insert:Your company provides 800 copies of a brochure, flier or other item promoting your business and we’ll insert it intoevery participant’s packet.Exhibitor/Advertiser Rate: $400Regular Rate: $500Participant Mailing List:Continue reaching conference participants after the conference by receiving a participant mailing list. The listincludes the name and postal mailing address of each participant.Participant Mailing Lists are available to conference exhibitors only: $300Please Note: Email addresses are not provided, as MCF and MCN’s privacy contracts do not allow for the distribution ofmember email addresses.Questions About Exhibiting or Advertising at the 2013 MCN Annual Conference?Contact: John Wurm at 651-757-3082 or jwurm@minnesotanonprofits.org10

2013 Annual Conference Sponsor/Exhibitor Registration FormOrganization Information(Contact person’s name - for logistical information)(Contact person’s phone)(Contact person’s email)(Business name - as it should appear in print)(Organization’s street address)(City, State, Zip)(Website - as it should appear and link to)Conference Sponsorship◊ Diamond Level - Plenary Sponsorship ($12,500) ◊ Diamond Level - Network Sponsorship ($10,000)◊ Platinum Level Sponsorship ($7,500) ◊ Gold Level Sponsorship ($5,000)◊ Silver Level Sponsorship ($3,000)◊ A La Carte Level Sponsorship (Describe) ________________________________________________ ($)____________Conference Exhibit◊ Full Booth ($850) ◊ Half-booth ($500)First Choice Booth # ______________Second Choice (Range) Booth #s _______________(Exhibitor Attendee 1 - name and email)(Exhibitor Attendee 2 - name and email)Conference Advertising◊ Program Ad (Size _____________/ Rate ____________)◊ Packet Insert ($400 Exhibitors/ $500 Standard Rate)◊ Participant List (Exhibitors Only - $300)Payment Information◊ Check Enclosed ◊ Please Bill My Credit CardReturn Your Reservation Form to MCN by September 6, 2013Fax completed registration and credit card information to651-642-1517Mail complete registration and payment to: Minnesota Council ofNonprofits, 2314 University Ave. W., Ste. 20, St. Paul, MN 55114Email completed registration and/or questions to John Wurm atjwurm@minnesotanonprofits.org(Card Number)(Exp. Date)(Name - as it appears on card)(Organization Name - if corporate card)(Business Address - if different than above)(Cardholder Signature)11

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