TGAVC Exhibitor Prospectus

THE 4TH ANNUAL

Gulf-Atlantic VETERINARY CONFERENCE BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

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SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER

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YOUR INVITATION TO EXHIBIT

EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS 2016

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BOCA RATON RESORT & CLUB A WALDORF ASTORIA RESORT

BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

SPACE IS LIMITED! RESERVE YOUR BOOTH TODAY Dear Veterinary Industry Professional, We are excited about the 4th Annual Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference, as plans are being finalized for an impressive scientific program to offer more than 250 hours of world-class continuing education at the iconic Boca Raton Resort & Club.

The 3rd Annual Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference in 2015, drew in excess of 800 veterinary team members from more than 40 states, Puerto Rico and Canada, and we anticipate welcoming more than 1000 attendees in 2016. I would like to personally invite you and your company to join us in Boca Raton, Florida for the 4th annual conference, September 29-October 2, 2016, and experience the TGAVC difference!

TGAVC is returning for a fourth and final year to the Boca Raton Resort & Club, A Waldorf Astoria Resort. We are excited to be hosted in such an elegant oasis on the Florida Atlantic Coast, which has proven to be a unique venue where we can provide attendees an alternative conference experience of excellence and enrichment. TGAVC in Boca Raton is fresh and energizing and offers an exceptional continuing education program, vibrant industry presence, networking opportunities, luxury accommodations, and the finest service and amenities.

We invite you to be our industry partner as an exhibitor in the TGAVC Exhibit Hall. With our specific outreach to veterinary professionals throughout the Gulf-Atlantic States, you are assured of a valuable networking opportunity with practice owners, decision makers, and practitioners from Florida, the wider Southeast and beyond.

NEW THIS YEAR AS REQUESTED BY INDUSTRY - STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGES! We are pleased to be offering three Exhibitor Booth Packages in 2016, which include two Strategic Business Partner Packages that are designed to increase your company’s visibility at TGAVC, and streamline your registration process at the same time! Please take a look at the Strategic Business Partner Packages and select the one that best meets your marketing goals. And feel free to give us a call if you have any questions.

Also NEW for 2016, is the TGAVC Raffle Challenge, which gives attendees multiple chances to win thousands of dollars in great prizes. You asked, and we delivered an improved and guaranteed exhibit hall traffic builder. Your company is eligible to participate at an additional fee of only $150. To participate, be sure to mark the box on your exhibit contract form. Please review the TGAVC Raffle Challenge section of your Exhibitor Prospectus for the complete details.

Exhibit booths are in great demand and space is limited. Booth assignments are made according to sponsorship level, on a first-come, first-served basis. Priority placement is offered if you select one of our Strategic Business Partner Packages. To ensure a booth for your company, we encourage you to submit your exhibit contract today!

Should you have any questions or need any additional information, please contact Mr. Gordon Broadhead, GulfAtlantic Veterinary Conference Industry Relations Representative, toll free at (800) 992-3862 or email at gordon.broadhead@fvma.org We look forward to welcoming you to Boca Raton for the 4th Annual Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference!

Sincerely, Philip J. Hinkle Executive Director WWW.TGAVC.ORG |

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ABOUT THE GULF-ATLANTIC VETERINARY CONFERENCE

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The Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference offers an unmatched opportunity for networking with members of the veterinary care team and key decision makers. As a TGAVC exhibitor, you have the opportunity to showcase your latest innovations, advancements, products and services to veterinary professionals who join us from around Florida, across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean and other territories.

SOLID GROWTH RECORDED IN THE FIRST 3 YEARS! 2014 Demographics

2013 Demographics

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TECHNICIANS

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PRACTICE MANAGERS

PRACTICE MANAGERS

PRACTICE MANAGERS

WHAT ATTENDEES ARE SAYING "Wonderful vendors and information" - ELECTRIC CITY ANIMAL CLINIC "Nice selection of exhibitors" - SOUTHFORK VETERINARY HOSPITAL "Very good & informative" - HOBE SOUND VETERINARY CLINIC "I liked it. Just the right amount of vendors." - ANIMAL MEDICINE & SURGERY OF LITTLENECK, NY "It’s a dangerous place. I dropped a few grand in that room." - TEQUESTA VETERINARY CLINIC, LLC

WHAT EXHIBITORS ARE SAYING "Very satisfied with the number of leads we received from the show." - DVM ELITE "Great traffic and lots of Doctors/Owners!" - ROADRUNNER PHARMACY "Beautiful location and we had good foot traffic." - VETMATRIX "Great attendee presence in exhibit hall. Great Traffic!" - SIMMONS & ASSOCIATES "Gained much insight to the current state of Veterinary Medicine and technology within our local area." - ULTIMA DENTAL SYSTEMS 2016

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NEW IN 2016!

Requested by Industry - Brought to You by TGAVC!

MAXIMIZE YOUR TGAVC PARTICIPATION & EXPOSURE, by selecting one of our Strategic Business Partner packages!

STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGE BOOTH SPECIFICS

Strategic Business Partner Package A - $9,995

$9,995 PACKAGE AA

Save 43%! Package Includes:  Strategic Business Partner recognition

 at all TGAVC events

 in all TGAVC publications

 in all TGAVC marketing collateral

 on TGAVC 2016 website  Premium booth placement  Double booth 8' x 20'  Raffle Challenge participation  Co-sponsor of Luxury Yacht Cruise + 10 complimentary tickets

 Conference Proceedings co-sponsor  On-site Program full-page, full-color Ad  Conference bag insert  Up to 4 booth attendees  Complimentary booth attendee lunch  20 Customer Appreciation Tickets for Welcome Reception cash bar  All Standard booth specifics

Strategic Business Partner Package B - $6,995 $6,995 PACKAGE BB

Save 35%! Package Includes:  Strategic Business Partner recognition

 at all TGAVC events

 in all TGAVC publications

 in all TGAVC marketing collateral

 on TGAVC 2016 website  Premium booth placement  Single booth 8' x 10'  Raffle Challenge participation

 Co-sponsor of Luxury Yacht Cruise + 5 complimentary tickets  On-site Program half-page, full-color Ad  Conference bag insert  Up to 2 booth attendees  Complimentary booth attendee lunch  10 Customer Appreciation Tickets for Welcome Reception cash bar  All Standard booth specifics

$1,995 STANDARD BOOTH

STANDARD BOOTH SPECIFICS

Standard Booth - $1,995  8' x 10' Booth  2 Booth Attendees (w/badges)*  Complimentary booth attendee lunch  One 6' x 8' table with four chairs  One waste basket  One Company sign For additional sponsorship opportunities, refer to page 6 2016

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Exhibitors Receive  COMPANY PRODUCT & SERVICES DESCRIPTION: Listed on the TGAVC Website and in the On-Site Program  ATTENDEE MAILING LIST: TGAVC registered attendees mailing list is provided three weeks prior to the conference, in exhibitors' conference packets and by email within three weeks post conference.

Contacts Exhibits Manager: Gordon Broadhead P: 800.992.3862 | Email: gordon.broadhead@fvma.org

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STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGES DESCRIPTIONS

PACKAGE

Recognition at all TGAVC 2016 Events

TGAVC Strategic Recognition in all TGAVC 2016 Publications Business Partner Package Recognition in all TGAVC 2016 Marketing Bonus Benefits Materials Recognition on TGAVC 2016 Website Double Booth at TGAVC 2016 - 8' x 20' - Premium Booth Assignment with up to 4 Booth Attendees Single Booth at TGAVC 2016 - 8' x 10' TGAVC - Premium Booth Assignment with up to Exhibit Booth 2 Booth Attendees Opportunities & Participation in the Raffle Challenge Activities

A

PACKAGE

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$4,500.00

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$3,990.00

B

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$4,500.00

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$1,995.00

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$150.00

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$150.00

Customer Appreciation Tickets (CAT) for Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception Package A: 20 tickets / Package B: 10 tickets

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$200.00

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$100.00

Full Page Full Color (Ad Copy Due Date: 9/01/16) Approx. Page Specs: 8.725" W x 11.25" H

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$1,195.00

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$895.00



$595.00

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$2,500.00

TGAVC Page Full Color (Ad Copy Due Date: 9/01/16) On-Site Program ½ Approx. Page Specs: 7.5" W x 4.75" H Advertising Conference Bag Insert - 1,000 copies provided by vendor (Insert Due Date: 8/19/16)

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$595.00

TGAVC Website & On-site Marketing Opportunities

Proceedings Disk Co-sponsor (CD) (Corporate Logo Due Date: 7/22/16)

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$2,000.00

Sporting & Social Events

Luxury Yacht Cruise (Co-sponsor) - Package A: 10 tickets / Package B: 5 tickets

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$5,000.00

TOTAL PACKAGE VALUE

$17,630.00

TGAVC STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGE SPECIAL PRICING SAVINGS OF

$9,995.00 $7,635.00

$10,735.00

43%

SAVIN

GS

$6,995.00 $3,740.00

35%

SAVIN

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STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGES COUNT TOWARD OVERALL SPONSORSHIP LEVELS OF BRONZE, SILVER, GOLD, PLATINUM AND DOUBLE PLATINUM. BRONZE

SILVER

GOLD

PLATINUM

DOUBLE PLATINUM

$2,995-$5,000

$5,001-$8,000

$8,001-$12,000

$12,001-$16,000

$16,001 or more

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OPPORTUNITIES TO INCREASE YOUR VISIBILITY!

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Looking for something special? TGAVC provides many sponsorship & marketing opportunities.

Check the listings below and find the best way to promote your business at TGAVC 2016.

CONTINUING EDUCATION DESCRIPTION

FEES

SPEAKER SPONSORSHIP

CALL FOR AVAILABILITY & PRICING

COFFEE BREAKS DESCRIPTION

FRIDAY AFTERNOON SATURDAY MORNING SATURDAY AFTERNOON

FISHING TOURNAMENT DESCRIPTION

BOAT SPONSOR (6 Seats) INDIVIDUAL

DINNER CRUISE DESCRIPTION INDIVIDUAL

ON-SITE SIGNAGE DESCRIPTION

METER PANEL (38" W X 88.5" H) Full Color - Double Sided

ON-SITE PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

FULL-PAGE AD (Approx. Specs: 8.725" W x 11.25" H) HALF-PAGE AD (Approx. Specs: 7.5" W x 4.75" H) QUARTER-PAGE AD (Approx. Specs: 3.5" W x 4.75" H)

FEES

SCOPE

$1,500.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $3,000.00 $1,500.00 $3,000.00

TWO/JOINT SPONSORS EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR TWO/JOINT SPONSORS EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR TWO/JOINT SPONSORS EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR

FEES

SCOPE

$1,050.00 $175.00

6 Available LIMITED AVAILABILITY

FEES

SCOPE

$95.00

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

FEES

SCOPE

$1,200.00

LIMITED AVAILABILITY

FEES*

SCOPE

$1,195.00 $895.00 $595.00

LIMITED AVAILABILITY LIMITED AVAILABILITY LIMITED AVAILABILITY

FEES

SCOPE

$595.00

N/A

* Placement Upgrades available - Call for pricing

CONFERENCE BAG INSERTS DESCRIPTION

CONFERENCE BAG INSERTS

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION TICKET PACKAGES (CAT)* Welcome Reception Drink Tickets DESCRIPTION 5 CAT TICKETS 10 CAT TICKETS 20 CAT TICKETS

FEES* $50.00 $100.00 $200.00

* Drink tickets are to be redeemed at the Exhibitor Welcome Reception Cash Bar in the Exhibit Hall 2016

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STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGE CONTRACT

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EXHIBIT HALL SEPT. 30 - OCT. 1, 2016 | SETUP: SEPT. 30, 2016, 7:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Company Name (Please Note: Company information must be listed as it will appear in printed materials and on the booth ID sign.)

Address City State Zip Phone Fax Brief Product Description (i.e. Ultrasound, Pharmaceutical, Business Products, etc.)

COMPANY EXHIBIT COORDINATOR Name Email Address Phone Ext. Mobile Fax

On-Site Booth Contact Name Email Address Phone Ext. Mobile Fax

STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER BOOTH: PACKAGE A (Detailed Information on Page 5) q Strategic Business Partner Booth Package A: $9,995.00 (Includes 4 Booth Attendees)

Exhibit Booth Attendee Names (Must be received by September 2, 2016.) Please print clearly!

1st Name (No Charge)

5th Name (Add $195)

2nd Name (No Charge)

6th Name (Add $195)

3rd Name (No Charge)

7th Name (Add $195)

4th Name (No Charge)

8th Name (Add $195)

Package

$ ____________

STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER BOOTH: PACKAGE B (Detailed Information on Page 5) q Strategic Business Partner Booth Package B: $6,995.00 (Includes 2 Booth Attendees) Exhibit Booth Attendee Names (Must be received by September 2, 2016.) Please print clearly!

3rd Name (Add $195)

2nd Name (No Charge)

4th Name (Add $195)

Package

q q

TOTAL EXHIBIT BOOTH FEES (Total Package Fee $ + Additional Booth Attendees $)

B

Fees:

$ ____________

$ ____________

Total Additional Booth Attendees ____ x $195

Payment Information (Please print clearly.)

Fees:

$ ____________

Total Additional Booth Attendees ____ x $195

1st Name (No Charge)

A

$

Check Enclosed (Enclose check for total amount, made payable to Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference.)

Charge my credit card q VISA q MC q AMEX q DISCOVER

Credit Card #

Exp. Date

Name on Card Signature

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(My signature confirms that I have read, understand and agree to the rules and regulations listed on the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference Exhibit Rules and Regulations.)

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FLOOR PLAN

$150 Booth Upgrade Fee

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STANDARD BOOTH PACKAGE CONTRACT EXHIBIT HALL SEPT. 30 - OCT. 1, 2016 | SETUP: SEPT. 30, 2016, 7:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.

COMPANY INFORMATION Company Name (Please Note: Company information must be listed as it will appear in printed materials and on the booth ID sign.)

Address City State Zip Phone Fax Brief Product Description (i.e. Ultrasound, Pharmaceutical, Business Products, etc.)

COMPANY EXHIBIT COORDINATOR Name Email Address Phone Ext. Mobile Fax

On-Site Booth Contact Name Email Address Phone Ext. Mobile Fax

BUILD YOUR OWN EXHIBIT EXPERIENCE (Detailed Information on Page 4) q Standard Booth Specific (Single Booth - 2 Booth Attendees) $1,995.00 Booth Preferences: 1st: _______________ ; 2nd: _______________ ; 3rd: _______________

A

$ ____________

Exhibit Booth Attendee Names (Must be received by September 2, 2016.) Please print clearly!

1st Name (No Charge)

3rd Name (Add $195)

2nd Name (No Charge)

4th Name (Add $195)

Additional Booth Attendees ____ x $195

Events & Activities

B

q Raffle Challenge Participation - $150.00 q Customer Appreciation Tickets:  5 Tickets $50.00  10 Tickets $100.00  20 Tickets $200.00 (Valid for Friday Night Exhibit Hall Reception.) q Luxury Yacht Cruise Tickets - Qty: _____ x Ticket @ $95.00 = ___________ q Fishing Tournament – Qty: _____ x 1 Reel @ $175.00 = ___________(Max - 6 Reels/ Boat = $1,050.00) Total Events & Activities

Advertising & Promotions

C

$ ____________ $ $ $ $ $ ____________

q On-Site Program Ads: Make Selection  ¼ Page $595.00  ½ Page $895.00  Full Page $1,195.00 (Placement upgrades available – Artwork due 9/1/16 in 300 DPI - PDF, JPEG or EPS formats.)

$

q Conference Bag Inserts : 1,000 Promotional Collateral - due by 8/19/16 $595.00

$

Total Advertising & Promotions

Payment Information (Please print clearly.) q q

TOTAL EXHIBIT BOOTH FEES

A

D

+ B + C + D

$ ____________ $

Check Enclosed (Enclose check for total amount, made payable to Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference.)

Charge my credit card q VISA q MC q AMEX q DISCOVER

Credit Card #

Exp. Date

Name on Card Signature

Experience the Difference

(My signature confirms that I have read, understand and agree to the rules and regulations listed on the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference Exhibit Rules and Regulations.)

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EXHIBIT HALL RULES & REGULATIONS 1. CONTRACT

The following rules and regulations become binding upon acceptance of this contract between the applicant and the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference, the show sponsor. The Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference reserves the right to interpret these rules, as well as make final decisions on any points the rules and regulations do not cover.

2. SPACE ASSIGNMENT

Booth assignments will be made according to exhibitor’s request, sponsorship level, date the exhibit contract was received, and with care to separate competing exhibitors, where possible. The Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference reserves the right to realocate space as may be necessary. However, no change in space assignment will be made after space reservation has been confirmed, without consultation with the exhibitors concerned. Telephone requests for space will not be accepted. Applicants must use the official Exhibit Contract.

Booth space pricing starting at $1995 per 8’ x 10’ booth. Full payment must be received with exhibit contract to reserve booth. No exhibit may be set up and displayed during the conference without payment in full.

3. RENTAL SERVICES

Gulf Coast Expo is the official drayage firm to handle exhibit and setup. For more information, please refer to the Gulf Coast Expo Exhibitor Kit. Telephone: (813) 915-8066.

4. SHIPPING/EXHIBITOR SERVICE DESK

Shipping and exhibitor services are handled by Gulf Coast Expo, (813) 9158066. Freight will not be received or handled directly by the host hotel or the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference for this event. Gulf Coast Expo will maintain an Exhibitor’s Service Desk throughout the show’s installation and tear-down for your convenience.

5. CANCELLATION No cancellations; all exhibit reservations are final.

6. FIRE & SAFETY REGULATIONS All local, state and federal regulations will be strictly enforced and the exhibitor assumes all responsibility for compliance with such standards.

7. LIABILITY & INSURANCE

The hotel management and the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference will take all reasonable precautions to avoid loss of exhibitors’ property by theft, fire or other causes, but under no circumstances shall the hotel management nor the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference or any of its members be responsible for such losses; and it is recommended that exhibitors cover their property with suitable insurance. In the enforcement and interpretation of the following rules and regulations, the decision of the the conference management is final. In the event of fire, strikes or other unavoidable circumstances making the building unfit for use, the exhibit space contract shall not be binding.

The exhibitor assumes all responsibility for any and all loss, theft or damage to exhibitor's display, equipment and other property while on the premises.

8. ELIGIBLE EXHIBITS & ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS

The Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference Executive Director reserves the right to determine the eligibility of any company, product, or part thereof that, in his opinion, is not in keeping with the character of the exhibit. All exhibits are expected to be in the best interest of veterinary medicine. Exhibitors will be expected to comply with the rules and ethics of the American Veterinary Exhibitors’ Association and any state or federal guidelines associated with any displayed equipment or services. Any undignified solicitation on the part of any exhibitor should be promptly reported. The Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference reserves the right to close any exhibit which conducts its solicitations in an objectionable manner or infringes upon the rights and privileges of other exhibitors.

9. NOISY & OBNOXIOUS EQUIPMENT

No sound-making equipment or other devices may be set up in any exhibit booth which would disturb the orderly operation of the exhibit area.

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10. SECURITY

Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference will arrange for security to supervise traffic flow in and out of the exhibit hall. Security will be provided during exhibit hall hours. All exhibitors and attendees entering the exhibit hall must wear Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference issued name badges.

11. USE OF BOOTH SPACE

Exhibitors may not subdivide, assign or sublet their space, nor any part thereof, nor purchase multiple booths for the intent or purpose of assigning or subletting to third parties, nor permit in their booth non‐exhibiting companies’ representatives without the express written permission of the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference. Only individuals or companies that have contracted directly with the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference shall be listed in the exhibit hall directory or allowed on the exhibit hall floor as an Exhibitor. Any booth sign shall display only one company name per booth. No advertising devices, signs or corporate/company logo(s) on apparel shall be displayed in or outside the exhibit space other than those approved or furnished by the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference. Failure to comply with this provision shall be sufficient cause for the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference to require the immediate removal of the exhibit and/or the offending Exhibitor at the sole expense of the Exhibitor.

12. DAMAGE TO PROPERTY

Exhibitors will be responsible for any damage caused by them or their employees to the building, floor, walls, columns, standard booth equipment or to other exhibitors’ property. Exhibitors must not apply paint, lacquer, adhesive or any other coating to the building, columns, walls, floors or to standard booth equipment.

13. BADGES

Badges will be supplied for company representatives who will be manning the booth(s). Exhibitors shall not give badges to individuals who are not official representatives of their company. The badges will not admit the wearer into educational lectures, the business meeting or ticketed events. Badges can be picked up at the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference registration desk. Two badges included per booth. If the number exceeds two, an additional fee will be added to your company’s registration fee for each additional booth attendant. The booth attendee limit is seven (no exceptions).

14. BOOTH ATTENDEE NAMES

Your company is entitled to up to two (2) complimentary booth attendees per booth. More than two (2) attendees per booth will incur additional charges.

Please list all exhibit attendees on the exhibit contract. Exhibit attendee names must be received by September 2, 2016.

15. EXHIBIT HOURS (Tentative Schedule) Friday, September 30 :

Exhibit Setup Exhibit Hall Open Lunch Lunch Raffle Drawing Coffee Break Coffee Break Raffle Drawing Friday Welcome Reception Reception Raffle Drawing

Saturday, October 1:

Exhibit Hall Open 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Morning Break 9:50 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.

Morning Break Raffle Drawing 10:30 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.

Lunch 11:40 a.m. - 1:10 p.m.

Lunch Raffle Drawing 12:50 p.m. - 1:10 p.m.

Afternoon Break 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Afternoon Break Raffle Drawing 3:40 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Exhibit Hall Closes 4:00 p.m.

(All Exhibitors Must Vacate by 6:00 p.m.)

16. DISMANTLE

No exhibitor will be allowed to remove his exhibit or any part of it until the close of the exhibition without the prior consent of the Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference Executive Director, and booths will be manned at all times during the official exhibit hours.

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7:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m. - 6:15 p.m.

12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

1:10 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

2:20 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.

3:00 p.m. - 3:20 p.m.

5:10 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

5:55 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

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NEW FOR 2016 RAFFLE CHALLENGE

A NEW EXHIBIT HALL ACTIVITY TO CONNECT WITH AND ENGAGE OUR CONFERENCE ATTENDEES The Gulf-Atlantic Veterinary Conference is pleased to introduce the Raffle Challenge, which will increase foot traffic in the Exhibit Hall, and attendee visits and engagement with exhibitors during Exhibit Hall hours. The more exhibitors the attendee interacts with, the more he/she increases the odds of winning great prizes in the Raffle Challenge!

Participating exhibitors will engage visitors with trivia challenges pertaining to their goods and services in a fun and potentially rewarding exchange How the Raffle Works: 1. Each attendee receives an Exhibit Hall floorplan identifying participating companies.

2. Attendee will visit participating exhibitor booths to take part in their Raffle Challenge for chances to win high value prizes at multiple drawings to take place in the Exhibit Hall.

A booth visit earns attendees a raffle ticket which is to be dropped into our raffle box at the conference registration desk at least 10 minutes prior to drawing times. Tickets are valid for drawings held during Coffee and Lunch Breaks and at the Friday Welcome Reception. Drawings take place on Friday, September 30 and Saturday, October 1, 2016. Please refer to Exhibit Hall Schedule for exact raffle drawing times.

Only 1 ticket is to be issued by a participating exhibitor to a visiting attendee.

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Tickets must be validated with an exhibitor stamp when they are issued, and the exhibitor who issues a winning ticket will be acknowledged during the raffle drawing.

5. Only registered conference attendees may participate in the Raffle Challenge.

6. Attendee must be present at the time of drawing to win.

This card must be presented to each participating exhibitor by the registrant printed on the label.

1000’s of $$$ in

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to be given away!

Prizes

Rules of Play – You must visit all the participating exhibitors listed above and obtain a stamp or sticker from that vendor. When

all spaces have been filled, present this card to a TGAVC Store staff member handling the Silent Auction/Bingo Raffle in the Exhibit Hall. All validated cards will be entered for the raffle.

Raffle Drawing will take place at 3:45 p.m. Saturday, October 31st in the Exhibit Hall. Participants Must Be Present To Win!

7. Tickets not drawn during a raffle drawing will remain in the pool for upcoming drawings.

You must be a pre-registered exhibitor to participate in the Raffle Challenge. The floorplans with participating exhibitors are preprinted and inserted into the attendee registration packets.

RAFFLE DRAWING SCHEDULE* FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2016

Lunch Raffle Drawing

1:10 p.m.—1:30 p.m.

Morning Break Raffle Drawing

10:30 a.m.—10:50 a.m.

Coffee Break Raffle Drawing

3:00 p.m.—3:20 p.m.

Friday Welcome Reception

5:10 p.m.—6:15 p.m.

Lunch Raffle Drawing Afternoon Break Raffle Drawing

12:50 p.m.—1:10 p.m.

3:40 p.m.— 4:00 p.m.

Reception Raffle Drawing

5:55 p.m.—6:15 p.m.

*Raffle Drawing Schedule Subject to Change

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2016 SAMPLE GAME CARD

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THE 4TH ANNUAL GULF-ATLANTIC VETERINARY CONFERENCE | BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

PRESORTED

GULF-ATLANTIC

FIRST-CLASS MAIL

Veterinary Conference

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7207 MONETARY DRIVE

ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32809-5724

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

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• STRATEGIC BUSINESS PARTNER PACKAGES • RAFFLE CHALLENGE PARTICIPATION • CAT TICKETS

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES • SPEAKER SPONSORSHIPS • FOOD & BEVERAGE • CONFERENCE MATERIALS • FISHING TOURNAMENT • LUXURY CRUISE

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YOUR INVITATION TO EXHIBIT THE 4TH ANNUAL

Gulf-Atlantic VETERINARY CONFERENCE BOCA RATON, FLORIDA

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