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February 25th–27th, 2019 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV 2019 SPONSORSHIP GUIDE INTEGRATING INSIGHTS & ANALYTICS TO DRIVE GROWTH – WITH THE CONNECTED SHOPPER 2019 CATEGORY MANAGEMENT AND SHOPPER INSIGHTS CONFERENCE

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February 25th–27th, 2019at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV

2019 SPONSORSHIP GUIDE

INTEGRATING INSIGHTS & ANALYTICS TO DRIVE GROWTH – WITH THE CONNECTED SHOPPER

2019 CATEGORY MANAGEMENT AND SHOPPER INSIGHTS CONFERENCE

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About the 2019 Category Management & Shopper Insights Conference

The CMA is pleased to announce that our 2019 host hotel for the Category Management & Shopper Insights conference will be Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV!

Caesars Palace is one of the premier conference facilities in the country, ideally located with an extraordinary setting. The resort has outstanding meeting facilities, along with dining, shopping, and entertainment all under one roof.

MEET & NETWORK with retailers & manufacturers within:

“I enjoyed the conference this year (again). For me, the difference this year was having many new solution providers. What I liked was that these new solution providers were leveraging technology to drive more flexible options at a lower cost.”

- Boston Beer

“I was so impressed with the amazing collection of speakers, the execution at the event, and the extra events. It was probably one of the best shows that I’ve attended. “

- Kantar Consulting

“We go to the show to look for new ideas new technologies, new partners. The show always exceeds our expectations and it keeps getting better every year.”

-Walgreens

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in the Solutions Hall), provide further opportunity for solution providers to connect with attendees.

The 3-day event offers solution providers the opportunity to meet in-person with perspective customers and current clients.

“As a first-time sponsor, we were very pleased overall with the conference. The solution provider demonstrations in the exhibit hall were particularly beneficial and provided good accessibility to delegates.”

-Ibotta

and IP break-out sessions, where you will present your newest developments and solution offerings. In addition, the solution demo rotations, networking receptions, & meals & breaks (all held

These meetings take place in your booth, in the Solutions Hall, reserved private meeting spaces,

CATEGORY MANAGEMENT

Consumer Insights

Consumer Targeting

CRM/Loyalty

Media/Social Messaging

Omni-Channel

Promotion

Shopper Insights

Shopper Marketing

Category ManagementAdvancedAnalytics

AssortmentOptimization

MerchandisingPricing

Retail ExecutionSales Efficiencies

Space ManagementStore PlanningSupply Chain

CM Advanced Analytics

SI Advanced Analytics

Connected Shopper

Virtual Expertise

E-Commerce

Digital

CATEGORY MANAGEMENTSHOPPER INSIGHTS The 2018 global conference drew record attendance and we expect to grow even larger. Over 45% growth in the past two years alone!

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Key CMA Conference Stats

JOB LEVELS REPRESENTED

JOB FUNCTIONS REPRESENTED

of survey respondent’s main purpose of attending the CMA conference was to seek new technology solutions & ideas

PROJECTEDATTENDEES

85%of CMA sponsors return each year

from prior year’s experience

of the 2018 conference attendees checked-in to at least 3 or more IP sessions

put on by sponsors

of 2018 attendees engaged with an exhibitor’s company

profile in the conference mobile app

81%

95%

85%

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Sales VP of

Marketing

Director ofShopper Marketing

Shopper Insights

National AccountsSpace strategy

Category Leadership

VP of insights & Category Management

Business development

Regional Sales & Category Management

Consumer InsightsStrategic Insights

Global Sales and Marketing Excellence

National Category Management

Category Management

Trade Marketing

Category & Trade Solutions

US Knowledge & Insights

Chief Marketing OfficerCOO, Retail & Online Business

Merchandising Analytics & MarketingVP of eCommerce

International Category ManagementB2B Sales & Partner relations

Category Leadership & Shopper InsightsMerchandising Human Recources

Store Layout & SpaceCategory ManagementMerchandising Strategy & Insights

Director ofDigital Commerce & Omnichannel

Marketing Insights Customer AnalyticsMerchandising Financial Planning & Online Business

Merchandise Strategy & InsightsProduct Development, Retail, & Online Business

Supply Chain Training & Process Manager

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Conference Agenda

8:30 – 11:30 AM Training Sessions11:30 – 1:00 PM Networking Lunch (Solutions Hall)

1:00 – 1:20 PM Opening Welcome

1:20 – 2:10 PM Keynote Speakers

2:10 – 2:30 PM Networking Break (Solutions Hall)

2:30 – 3:00 PM Intellectual Property Sessions

3:15 – 4:00 PM Breakout Sessions

4:00 - 4:15 PM Networking Break (Solutions Hall)

4:15 – 5:30 PM Solution Provider Demo Rotations (Solutions Hall)

5:30 - 7:00 PM Networking Reception (Solutions Hall)

6:30 - 8:00 AM Networking Breakfast (Solutions Hall)

8:15 – 9:30 AM Keynote Speakers & Highlights of the Day

9:30 – 10:00 AM Networking Break (Solutions Hall)

10:00 – 10:45 AM Breakout & Intellectual Property Sessions

11:00 – 11:45 AM Breakout & Intellectual Property Sessions

11:45 – 1:00 PM Networking Lunch (Solutions Hall)

1:00 – 2:00 PM Networking Event

2:15 - 3:00 PM Breakout & Intellectual Property Sessions

3:15 - 4:00 PM Intellectual Property Sessions

4:00 - 4:30 PM Networking Break (Solutions Hall)

4:30 – 5:30 PM Keynote Speaker

5:30 - 7:00 PM Networking Reception (Solutions Hall)

8:30 - 11:00 PM Late Night Event

7:30 – 8:30 AM Networking Breakfast (Solutions Hall)

8:30 - 9:00 AM Intellectual Property Sessions

9:15 - 10:00 AM Super Sessions

10:00 - 10:30 AM Networking Break (Solutions Hall)

10:30 - 11:45 AM Keynote Speakers & Closing

11:45 - 1:00 PM OPEN

1:00 - 3:00 PM Training Sessions

WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 27TH

MONDAY FEBRUARY 25TH TUESDAY FEBRUARY 26TH

SOLUTIONPROVIDER

DEMOS

NETWORKING BREAKS

THE 2018SOLUTIONS

HALL

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2018 Conference Sponsors

DIAMOND SPONSORS

GOLD SPONSORS SILVER SPONSORS

PLATINUM SPONSORS

GOLD PLUS SPONSORS

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Sponsorship Opportunities

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY DIAMOND PLATINUM GOLD+ GOLD SILVER

YOUR PRICE (CMA Membership = Additional 10% Discount) $30,000 $25,000 $20,000 $15,000 $12,000

Booth Options20 X 20 footprint in premiere location in

Solutions Hall

20 X 10 pipe & drape in top-tier location in

Solutions Hal

10 X 10 pipe & drape in pronounced location

in Solutions Hall

10 X 10 pipe & drape in premiere location in

Solutions Hall

10 X 10 pipe & drape in premiere location in

Solutions Hall

Registrations Included 5 4 3 3 2

Discount on Additional Conference Registrations 35% 30% 20% 15% 10%

Access to Attendee List Name, Job Title & Company Included (Weekly Updates) 3 Weeks Prior 2 Weeks Prior 1 Week Prior 1 Week Prior At the Show

Promotional Product and/or Ad Insert Collateral for Attendee Gift Bag

Sponsor has the option to provide an ad insert and/or promotional product.

(Sponsor Provided)

Full Page Insert and

Promotional Product

Full Page Insert and

Promotional Product

Full Page Insert Full Page Insert 1/2 Page Insert

Logo Featured in Conference Brochure

Conference Brochure is given to all attendees & will highlight your logo

and level of sponsorship

Booth Number, Location & Logo in Sponsor Passports

Conference Passport is given to all attendees in order to approach every

booth & receive a stamp in their passport for chances to win prizes.

Lead Retrieval SystemOffers unlimited lead scanning, immediate access to leads &

ability to measure booth activity both during & after the conference

Solution Demo Rotations5 total rounds of 10 minute demos highlighting products

& services

Logo PlacementLogo on tables tops, on hallway

signage, intro conference slides & conference website

Conference Mobile AppFull Service offering including in app messaging, booth location, company

information, & exhibitor portal

Intellectual Property Presentations

30 minute designated Breakout Session showcasing a case study, market research or industry study.

Promoted Posts within Conference App

Position your message in front of the right attendees. Choose organizations & place an exclusive offer in the app

Private Meeting SpaceDedicated meeting room during the conference to hold private meetings. CMA will assist in facilitating meeting intros

Featured Recognition

Highlighted in prominent position at registration desk & your company

announced by hosts at the opening conference welcome

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Diamond Sponsorship(List Price : $30,000)

BEFORE THE SHOW• Access to the attendee list 3 weeks prior to the conference with updates on a weekly basis leading up to the event (Name, Title, Company)• Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage

Company logo highlighted on marketing and promotional materials Social media sponsorship reveal/announcment

DURING THE SHOW BOOTH & REGISTRATION Premium booth placement on the exhibit floor • 20’ X 20’ footprint • Booth location is prioritized by date signed contract • Non-competitive booth placement Diamond sponsorship includes 5 conference registrations ($17,475 value) Additional registrations may be purchased based on individual solution provider pricing with a 35% discount One registration with your package may be used for a client that is speaking for you during your IP session

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SPEAKING OPPORTUNITY – 30-minute breakout session showcasing a case study, market research or industry study. • Co-presenters are encouraged Speaker headshots, bio, presentation title and short description labeled on conference agenda, on-site signage throughout the space, on the conference website, in the conference mobile app & conference brochure.RECOGNITION Choice of providing one or both a full page ad insert (8.5” X 11”) and/or a branded promotional product in the conference attendee bag • Both insert and promotional product must be approved by CMA. One Promoted Post via the conference app during a networking break or prior to your IP session or Solution Provider Demo You will be recognized on-site as a Diamond sponsor of the conference (company name and logos) at the registration desk, on the conference website, in the conference brochure, solutions hall passport game, conference app, directional signage, dining tables and highlighted on the main stage slides.NETWORKING Meeting space - a dedicated meeting room during the conference to hold private meetings. CMA will assist in facilitating meeting intros Opportunity for Solution Provider Demos • 5 rounds of 10 minutes each held Monday evening prior to the start of the networking reception where you will get the chance to showcase your company’s products and services directly to our attendees. Meals, breaks & receptions are in the solutions hall. As a Diamond sponsor, stations will be located close to your booth to enhance traffic. 1:1 meeting scheduling within the app, moving your digital connections to face-to-face conversations. During and for 1 month after the conference, you have access to the app, which includes the full list of registrants. Once an attendee is logged into the app for the first time, you will be able to send messages through the app. Lead retrieval system, allowing you to scan attendee badges throughout the conference. Within your own exhibitor portal you have real-time access to your leads throughout the conference and you will receive a post-conference report with all the scanned leads for your team.

AFTER THE SHOW Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage post-conference Final attendee list sent 1 week post-conference Lead report sent to main company contact within 24 hours post-conference

The elite Diamond Sponsorship opportunity will provide you excellent positioning on the exhibit floor for making better and more valuable connections. With this sponsorship, your company will receive the maximum exposure and bountiful ammenities including the largest space on the exhibition floor, the highest area for attendee traffic, introduction on main stage slides, speaker engagement listed in the agenda and numerous networking opportunities that will place you at the top of every attendees’ mind. The Diamond level sponsorship is the true gem that will create ROI, connections & an unparalleled experience from start to finish.

LEVEL LEGENDUnique benefits to Diamond Sponsors

Available to ALL sponsor levels

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Platinum Sponsorship(List Price : $25,000)

BEFORE THE SHOW• Access to the attendee list 2 weeks prior to the conference with updates on a weekly basis leading up to the event (Name, Title, Company)• Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage

Company logo highlighted on marketing and promotional materials Social media sponsorship reveal/announcment

DURING THE SHOW BOOTH & REGISTRATION Top-tier booth placement on the exhibit floor • 20’ X 10’ footprint • Booth location is prioritized by date signed contract • Non-competitive booth placement Platinum sponsorship includes 4 conference registrations ($13,980 value) Additional registrations may be purchased based on individual solution provider pricing with a 30% discount One registration with your package may be used for a client that is speaking for you during your IP sessionINTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SPEAKING OPPORTUNITY – 30-minute breakout session showcasing a case study, market research or industry study. • Co-presenters are encouraged Speaker headshots, bio, presentation title and short description labeled on conference agenda, on-site signage throughout the space, on the conference website, in the conference mobile app & conference brochure.RECOGNITION Choice of providing one or both a full page ad insert (8.5” X 11”) and/or a branded promotional product in the conference attendee bag • Both insert and promotional product must be approved by CMA. One Promoted Post via the conference app during a networking break or prior to your IP session or Solution Provider Demo You will be recognized on-site as a Platinum sponsor of the conference (company name and logos) on the conference website, in the conference brochure, solutions hall passport game, conference app, directional signage, dining tables and highlighted on the main stage slides.

NETWORKING Opportunity for Solution Provider Demos • 5 rounds of 10 minutes each held Monday evening prior to the start of the networking reception where you will get the chance to showcase your company’s products and services directly to our attendees. Meals, breaks & receptions are in the solutions hall. As a Platinum sponsor, stations will be located close to your booth to enhance traffic. 1:1 meeting scheduling within the app, moving your digital connections to face-to-face conversations. During and for 1 month after the conference, you have access to the app, which includes the full list of registrants. Once an attendee is logged into the app for the first time, you will be able to send messages through the app. Lead retrieval system, allowing you to scan attendee badges throughout the conference. Within your own exhibitor portal you have real-time access to leads throughout the conference and you will receive a post-conference report with all the scanned leads for your team.

AFTER THE SHOW Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage post-conference Final attendee list sent 1 week post-conference Lead report sent to main company contact within 24 hours post-conference

Our Platinum Level Sponsorship is back and with more benefits for the 2019 Category Management & Shopper Insights Conference. The Platinum sponsorship is our renowned level of sponsorship that provides you excellent positioning on the exhibit floor for networking & making better and more valuable connections. Your company will get premier placement on the exhibition floor in higher areas of attendee traffic, a speaking engagement listed within the agenda and numerous networking opportunities not every other exhibitor will have. This sponsorship puts your com-pany in the foremost position to provide ROI, connections and an unparalleled experience from start to finish.

LEVEL LEGENDUnique benefits to Platinum Sponsors

Available to ALL sponsor levels

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Gold Plus Sponsorship(List Price : $20,000)

BEFORE THE SHOW• Access to the attendee list 1 week prior to the conference with updates on a weekly basis leading up to the event (Name, Title, Company)• Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage

Company logo highlighted on marketing and promotional materials Social media sponsorship reveal/announcment

DURING THE SHOW BOOTH & REGISTRATION Pronounced booth placement on the exhibit floor • 10’ X 10’ footprint • Booth location is prioritized by date signed contract • Non-competitive booth placement Gold Plus sponsorship includes 3 conference registrations ($10,485 value) Additional registrations may be purchased based on individual solution provider pricing with a 20% discount One registration with your package may be used for a client that is speaking for you during your IP session

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SPEAKING OPPORTUNITY – 30-minute breakout session showcasing a case study, market research or industry study. • Co-presenters are encouraged Speaker headshots, bio, presentation title and short description labeled on conference agenda, on-site signage throughout the space, on the conference website, in the conference mobile app & conference brochure.RECOGNITION Choice of providing either a full page ad insert (8.5” X 11”) or a branded promotional product in the conference attendee bag • Either insert and promotional product must be approved by CMA. You will be recognized on-site as a Gold Plus sponsor of the conference (company name and logos) on the conference website, in the conference brochure, solutions hall passport game, conference app, directional signage, dining tables and highlighted on the main stage slides.

NETWORKING Opportunity for Solution Provider Demos • 5 rounds of 10 minutes each held Monday evening prior to the start of the networking reception where you will get the chance to showcase your company’s products and services directly to our attendees. Meals, breaks & receptions are in the solutions hall. As a Gold Plus sponsor, stations will be located close to your booth to enhance traffic. 1:1 meeting scheduling within the app, moving your digital connections to face-to-face conversations. During and for 1 month after the conference, you have access to the app, which includes the full list of registrants. Once an attendee is logged into the app for the first time, you will be able to send messages through the app. Lead retrieval system, allowing you to scan attendee badges throughout the conference. Within your own exhibitor portal you have real-time access to leads throughout the conference and you will receive a post-conference report with all the scanned leads for your team.

AFTER THE SHOW Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage post-conference Final attendee list sent 1 week post-conference Lead report sent to main company contact within 24 hours post-conference

Our Gold Plus Level Sponsorship is a prominent sponsorship at the 2019 Category Management & Shopper Insights Conference that gives you status among your prospective clients across the board. The Gold Plus sponsorship is an excellent opportunity to give your company exposure and traffic throughout the entire flow of the conference. Your company will receive high traffic booth placement on the exhibition floor, where you will have the chance to lure attendees and a speaker engagement listed within the agenda. The Gold Plus level sponsorship puts your company in great position to provide ROI, connections and an unparalleled experience from start to finish.

LEVEL LEGENDUnique benefits to Gold Plus Sponsors

Available to ALL sponsor levels

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Gold Sponsorship(List Price : $15,000)

BEFORE THE SHOW• Access to the attendee list 1 week prior to the conference (Name, Title, Company)• Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage

Company logo highlighted on marketing and promotional materials Social media sponsorship reveal/announcment

DURING THE SHOW BOOTH & REGISTRATION Booth placement on the exhibit floor • 10’ X 10’ footprint • Booth location is prioritized by date signed contract • Non-competitive booth placement Gold sponsorship includes 3 conference registrations ($10,485 value) Additional registrations may be purchased based on individual solution provider pricing with a 15% discount

RECOGNITION Option of providing a full page ad insert (8.5” X 11”) in the conference attendee bag • Ad insert must be approved by CMA. You will be recognized on-site as a Gold sponsor of the conference (company name and logos) at the registration desk, on the conference website, in the conference brochure, solutions hall passport game, conference app, directional signage, dining tables and highlighted on the main stage slides.

NETWORKING Opportunity for Solution Provider Demos • 5 rounds of 10 minutes each held Monday evening prior to the start of the networking reception where you will get the chance to showcase your company’s products and services directly to our attendees. Meals, breaks & receptions are in the solutions hall. As a Gold sponsor, stations will be located close to your booth to enhance traffic. 1:1 meeting scheduling within the app, moving your digital connections to face-to-face conversations. During and for 1 month after the conference, you have access to the app, which includes the full list of registrants. Once an attendee is logged into the app for the first time, you will be able to send messages through the app. Lead retrieval system, allowing you to scan attendee badges throughout the conference. Within your own exhibitor portal you have real-time access to leads throughout the conference and you will receive a post-conference report with all the scanned leads for your team.

AFTER THE SHOW Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage post-conference Final attendee list sent 1 week post-conference Lead report sent to main company contact within 24 hours post-conference

Our Gold Level Sponsorship will provide you with opportunities to drive traffic for the 2019 Category Management & Shopper Insights Conference. This sponsorship will drive awareness for your company to attendees throughout the conference. The Gold sponsorship strives to provide ROI, connections and an unparalleled experience from start to finish.

LEVEL LEGENDUnique benefits to Gold Sponsors

Available to ALL sponsor levels

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Silver Sponsorship(List Price : $12,000)

BEFORE THE SHOW• Access to the attendee list at the conference (Name, Title, Company)• Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage

Company logo highlighted on marketing and promotional materials

DURING THE SHOW BOOTH & REGISTRATION Booth placement on the exhibit floor • 10’ X 10’ footprint • Booth location is prioritized by date signed contract • Non-competitive booth placement Gold sponsorship includes 2 conference registrations ($6,990 value) Additional registrations may be purchased based on individual solution provider pricing with a 10% discount

RECOGNITION Option of providing a half page ad insert (8.5” X 5.5”) in the conference attendee bag • Ad insert must be approved by CMA. You will be recognized on-site as a Silver sponsor of the conference (company name and logos) at the registration desk, on the conference website, in the conference brochure, solutions hall passport game, conference app, directional signage, dining tables and highlighted on the main stage slides.

NETWORKING Opportunity for Solution Provider Demos • 5 rounds of 10 minutes each held Monday evening prior to the start of the networking reception where you will get the chance to showcase your company’s products and services directly to our attendees. Meals, breaks & receptions are in the solutions hall. As a Silver sponsor, stations will be located close to your booth to enhance traffic. 1:1 meeting scheduling within the app, moving your digital connections to face-to-face conversations. During and for 1 month after the conference, you have access to the app, which includes the full list of registrants. Once an attendee is logged into the app for the first time, you will be able to send messages through the app. Lead retrieval system, allowing you to scan attendee badges throughout the conference. Within your own exhibitor portal you have real-time access to leads throughout the conference and you will receive a post-conference report with all the scanned leads for your team.

AFTER THE SHOW Company logo and website link featured on conference webpage post-conference Final attendee list provided upon close of show Lead report sent to main company contact within 24 hours post-conference

Our Silver Level Sponsorship is designed to ensure that we provide you with the opportunities to drive traffic for the 2019 Category Management & Shopper Insights Conference. This sponsorship is an opportunity to drive awareness for your company toward each attendee throughout the conference. The Silver sponsorship strives to provide ROI, connections and an unparalleled experience from start to finish.

LEVEL LEGENDUnique benefits to Silver Sponsors

Available to ALL sponsor levels

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Additional Sponsorship Information

Booth includes:• 10’ Backdrop Pipe & Drape (3’ Side Drape) • 1 Company sign (provided by Freeman)• 1 Wastebasket • 1 Power strip

20’ X 20’ (Diamond) Booths do not have pipe and drape

FOR AN ADDITIONAL $100.00, CMA WILL PROVIDE:• 1 6’ x 30” High table draped show color• 2 Padded chairs

Additional Details:

NEXT STEPS

2019 CONFERENCE FLOOR LAYOUT

Exhibitor Event Schedule:Exhibitor Move-In: • Sunday Feb. 24th 1pm - 6pm• Monday Feb. 25th 8am - 10:00am

Event Opens: • Monday Feb. 25th 11:30 am (Lunch in Solutions Hall)

Event Closes: • Wednesday Feb. 27th 12:00 noon

Exhibitor Move-Out:• Wednesday Feb. 27th 10:30am - 2:00pm

The 2019 Solutions Hall will be located in the CaesarsPalace Ballroom on the main conference level. FREEMAN will be the expo service company for the 2019 conference. Exhibitor kits will beavailable in the fall of 2018.

New this year, Freeman will offer turn-key boothpackages for sponsors. For more information, see page 14 of the prospectus.

Registration

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2019 Solutions Hall Features over 28,000 Square Feet of Expo Space, Meals & Seating

Sign up now to recieve PRIORITY booth placement in Solutions Hall.

Terms: 50% deposit due upon signing. Full balances due January 11th, 2019.

Contact Phill McGrath at [email protected] or call 773.450.5096 for more information.

Meals

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Get unlimited scanning, quick lead qualification, and the ability to measure your booth staff’s performance – all on one device & event app. Rate the quality of your leads with just a few taps then add your notes. Make edits to your leads at any time in your exhibitor portal, so if you’re booth is extremely busy, you can quickly qualify your scanned leads in the exhibitor portal and add important notes later.

An attendee that has Direct Messaging enabled on their profile AND has downloaded and logged into the app, will be able to recieve app messages. Either via in-app notifications (If logged into event app) or Email (if attendee has not been active in the app in the past 24 hours). The in-app notification will read: "[first name] [last name] sent you a message"

Attendees will have access to request a scheduled meeting with you or another attendee after logging into the app. An easy way for you to generate more 1:1 meetings is by using a promoted post or targeted campaign! Interested attendees can schedule a meeting with available booth staff instantly from your targeted campaign in-app ad.

The booth admin for each exhibiting company will be able to login to their own exhibitor portal to view their profile as it is listed in the Content Management System. Once you pro-vide your booth admin information you will gain access to the portal to update your company profile and materials. You can add collateral to your exhibitor profile within the app as well as designate staff members from the attendee list. This is where you can manage your leads as well.

Exhibitor Portal Access

Lead Retrieval

In-App Messaging

In-App Meeting Requests

2019 Conference App Features

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All New Turnkey Booth Packages (Provided By Freeman)

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20 x 10 Booth (Pricing coming soon)

10 x 10 Booth (Pricing coming soon)

Packages Include:

Backwall, cabinet, shelves and podium Printed graphic panels (as shown in rendering) Arm Lights 2 Stools & Bistro table Wastebasket Installation, Dismantle, delivery and Material Handling Turnkey Advantages:

Discounted Pricing No shipping or material handling on exhibit Exhibit is ready when you arrive Onsite Service No Dismantle – simply pack & go

Packages Include:

Backwall, cabinet, shelves and podium Printed graphic panels (as shown in rendering) Arm Lights 2 Stools Wastebasket Installation, Dismantle, delivery and Material Handling

Turnkey Advantages:

Discounted Pricing No shipping or material handling on exhibit Exhibit is ready when you arrive Onsite Service No Dismantle – simply pack & go

Example

Example

Your exhibit needs to work as hard as you do!New in 2019, Freeman show services will be offering full-service turnkey exhibit packages at a contracted special rate for 10x10 and 10x20 booth spaces. These quick and easy rental options maximize professional-ism while providing a cost-effective hassle-fee experience. Packages include graphics, lighting, storage space, full set-up and take-down, tables, chairs and more. Spend your time where it matters most, making meaningful connections that impact your bottom line!

Once you have decided on your 2019 sponsorship level and would like to add a turn-key booth (at the CMA’s discounted pricing) to your sponsorship package please contact Phil McGrath at [email protected].

When added to your 2019 package, Freeman show services will work with you and your team to provide an easy and hassle-free experi-ence leading up to, during and after the show.

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We look forward to seeing you at this year’s event!

Interested in becoming a member of the CMA?Get 10% off your sponsor package on top of dozens of other benefits the CMA has to offer!

For membership information or additional information about securing your sponsorship, contact:

Philip McGrath Email: [email protected]: 773.450.5096

Interested in learning more about what our 2018 conference had to offer?

visit www.catman.global/events/annual-conference