 EXHIBIT | Sponsor | VENDOR registration FORM | Download the Vendor Prospectus (PDF) Partner Opportunities at MLA 2022 Annual ConferenceWhy Partner with MLA at MLA 2022 Annual Conference?The Michigan Library Association Annual Conference offers access to hundreds of current and future library leaders from public, academic, school, tribal, and special libraries of all sizes from across the state. This event provides a unique setting for library professionals to gain new skills, explore emerging trends, and make important connections with colleagues and vendors. Supporting MLA 2022 Annual Conference will provide you with a platform to build relationships and strengthen your company’s image and credibility. We welcome back our long-time supporters and look forward to engaging with new organizations and partners. There are various ways to be involved, but these packages are not set in stone – so if you have ideas, let’s talk possibilities! Tentative Schedule
Conference Venue and HotelBlue Water Convention Center DoubleTree by Hilton Port Huron Reserve your room by September 15, 2022, and refer to the Michigan Library Association in order to get the discounted rate. MLA Annual Conference Attendance Information Attendance at the MLA Annual Conference has steadily grown over the last several years. We welcomed 578 attendees in 2018, 592 in 2019, and 664 and 604 for our 2020 and 2021 virtual conferences respectively. We expect to host approximately 500 in-person attendees in 2022. Audience Profile Our attendees provide a wide cross-section of public, academic, school, tribal, and special libraries. Average Attendance by Job Type, 2019-2021:
Register to Sponsor or Exhibit at MLA 2022 Annual ConferenceExhibitTentative Exhibit Hall Schedule
Exhibit Booth FeesEarly Bird Rate, Reserved by June 30, 2022: $950.00 Standard Rate, Reserved after July 1, 2022: $1,200.00 Exhibit Booth Includes:
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REGISTER TO SPONSOR OR EXHIBIT AT MLA 2022 ANNUAL CONFERENCESponsorWe will work with you to customize any sponsorship opportunity that best aligns with your goals and objectives and gives the maximum return on your investment for your organization and the conference attendees. Sponsorship Opportunities and TiersSponsor an EventAll-Conference — $15,000 Keynote Speaker — $5,000 Conference Lunch —$6,000 Welcome Reception — $2,750 Brand VisibilityShirt Sponsor — $3,500 Photobooth — $1,500 Selfie Station — $1,250 Lanyards — $1,750 Chair Drop — $250 Trivia Party —$1,000 Breakout Session Room —$1,250 Leadership Breakfast — $2,000 Reception Entertainment — $1,500 Door Drop — $450 Morning Break — $2,000 | Afternoon Break —$2,000 Conference Wi-fi — $2,500 Sponsor TiersMLA offers a range of exposure levels and sponsorship opportunities at our 2022 conference. Sponsor a few different options that fit your organization’s brand personality. The total amount of your selected options determines your sponsorship tier. The more you invest the more benefits you receive. All-Conference Sponsor Contribution of $15,000This exclusive sponsorship tier includes an exhibit booth with first choice of location, two full conference registrations, recognition at all major events, your logo with a link on the MLA website and all event-related email correspondence, your logo on all conference signage, and full-page program book advertisement. Premier Contribution of $5,000 and abovePremier sponsors receive a full-page program book advertisement, two full conference registrations, your logo with a link on the MLA website and all event-related email correspondence, and a 20% discount on exhibit booth registration, and recognition at the conference registration desk. Champion Contribution of $2,500 to $4,999Champion sponsors receive one full conference registration, your logo with link on the MLA website and all event-related email correspondence, a 15% discount on exhibit booth registration, and recognition at the conference registration desk. Supporter Contribution of $250 to $2,499Supporter sponsorships include your logo with a link on the MLA website and all event-related email correspondence, and recognition at the conference registration desk. Register to Sponsor or Exhibit at MLA 2022 Annual ConferenceAdvertisementsIncrease your visibility with a program book advertisement. The 2022 program book will be printed in a small format and will be black and white only. The program book will be handed out onsite and a digital version will be posted on the MLA website. Options $500.00 Full Page 4.5 x 7.5, portrait orientation $300.00 Half Page 4.5 x 3.5, landscape orientation Artwork Requirements
The deadline to purchase advertisements is September 1, 2022 Registration DeadlinesExhibitor Early Bird Registration Deadline: June 30, 3022. Booths are assigned on a first-come-first-served basis. Advertisements must be purchased by September 1, 2022 Please submit artwork and/or videos to MLA no later than October 1, 2022 AssignmentBooths are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis apart from the all-conference sponsor who reserves the first choice. A participant email/mailing list will be provided once prior to the conference and once at the conclusion of the conference. The post-event list will include the booth chat transcript. Liability InsuranceProof of general liability insurance is due to be submitted to MLA no later than October 1, 2022. CancellationNo cancellation refunds will be issued after September 1, 2022. Cancellations received by August 31, 2022, are subject to a $150.00 cancellation fee. ConsentRegistration and attendance at, or participation in, MLA meetings or other activities constitutes an agreement by the registration to the use and distribution of the registrants or attendees' image or voice in photographs, videotapes, electronic reproductions of such events and activities by MLA. Please contact MLA at [email protected] if you'd like to be removed from any list. Code of ConductMLA is committed to providing a safe, productive, and welcoming environment for all participants and MLA staff. Each participant, including attendees, speakers, volunteers, exhibitors, staff, service providers, is expected to understand and follow MLA policies and report any violations. These expectations apply to all MLA activities including those held in conjunction with MLA conferences, events and meetings, as well as online venues and social media. Full Code of Conduct can be reviewed here: MLA Code of Conduct Questions? Contact us!For additional information or questions please contact Amber Sheerin, MLA Program and Event Director at (517) 394-2774 ext. 223 or [email protected].
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