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An Invitation To Exhibit www.aga.org Operations Conference & Biennial Exhibition May 2-5, 2017 (Exhibit Dates: May 2-3) Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center Orlando, Florida Two million miles of gathering, transmission, distribution and service lines make up the natural gas delivery system. AGA represents more than 200 local energy companies committed to the safe delivery of natural gas to more than 68 million customers throughout the nation. AGA members also include natural gas transmission companies and service providers. YOU supply the operations materials and services. Access and sell to YOUR operations customers.

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An Invitation To Exhibit

www.aga.org

Operations Conference& Biennial ExhibitionMay 2-5, 2017(Exhibit Dates: May 2-3)Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center Orlando, Florida

Two million miles of gathering, transmission, distribution and service lines make up the natural gas delivery system. AGA represents more than 200 local energy companies committed to the safe delivery of natural gas to more than 68 million customers throughout the nation. AGA members also include natural gas transmission companies and service providers. YOU supply the operations materials and services. Access and sell to YOUR operations customers.

AGA Operations SectionAt a GlanceThe American Gas Association, founded in 1918, represents more than 200 local energy companies that deliver clean natural gas throughout the United States. There are more than 72 million residential, commercial and industrial natural gas customers in the U.S., of which 95 percent — just under 69 million customers — receive their gas from AGA members. AGA is an advocate for natural gas utility companies and their customers and provides a broad range of programs and services for member natural gas pipelines, marketers, gatherers, international natural gas companies and industry associates. Today, natural gas meets more than one-fourth of the United States’ energy needs.

The AGA Operations Section focuses on the engineering and technological aspects of transporting, storing, distributing and measuring natural gas. It aids member companies in operating safely, effectively and economically by reducing operating costs while continuing to serve the best interests of the public. The Operations Conference and Biennial Exhibition is sponsored by the AGA Operations Section with the support of the AGA Operations Equipment & Services Associates Section.

Decision-Makers Attend!Reach a focused segment of the natural gas distribution and transmission industry. AGA represents a national customer base with more than $16 billion in purchasing power!

Conference registrants include the operating, technical and engineering management professionals who are directly responsible for maintaining their companies’ competitive edge through safe and cost-effective transportation of natural gas. The conference is a major gathering of operations management decision-makers who evaluate, assess, recommend and select equipment, machinery and supplies, plus engineering and technical services used in the transmission and distribution of natural gas.

StatisticsMore than 1,700 natural gas industry professionals attended the 2015 AGA biennial exhibition. Registrants regularly include 800 operations management of local, national and international gas utility and transmission AGA member companies. The exhibition attracts approximately 250 domestic/international vendors occupying 50,000+ square feet of Exhibit Space, including large islands.

Hotel InformationContact the hotel directly to reserve lodging and hospitality suites. Reference the AGA Operations Conference to receive the discounted room rate of $245 per single/double occupancy (plus taxes). Rate includes daily resort fee. Room rate is subject to limited availability. A company MUST exhibit in the 2017 show and/or be an official conference sponsor to host a hospitality suite at the Gaylord Palms during the week of May 1st.

Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center6000 W. Osceola Pkwy. Kissimmee, FL 34746 Phone: 407-586-0000Reservations: 877-491-0442www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/mcogp-gaylord-palms-resort-and-convention-center

GENERAL• automated information systems• automated mapping• automatic meter-reading

equipment• bar-coding• compressors• controls• corrosion control materials• corrosion direct assessment• data integration software• distribution/construction/

maintenance• electronic mapping• facilities management• fire safety• fire suppression systems• flow computers• gas analyzers• gas detection devices• gas meters• gas quality• gas regulators/controls/valves• gas sampling devices• gas turbines

• geographic information systems• hand tools• health and safety equipment• internal combustion engines• leak detection equipment• leak survey services• line marking and locating• material handling, packaging and

storage equipment• natural gas transmission

equipment• odorization equipment and

materials• piping/pipe-coating materials• plastic materials• pollution control equipment• pumps, fans and blowers• SCADA and telecontrol• supplemental gas• underground damage prevention• underground natural gas and

propane storage• utility construction services• valve and heat exchangers

CONTRACTOR & CONSULTING SERVICES• automation &

telecommunications• chemical and analytical services• communication systems• computer (hardware and

software)• distribution and transmission• engineering• environmental• gas flow measurement• insurance• land• management consulting• materials management• mobile equipment/motor vehicles• network analysis• nondestructive testing• pigging• pipeline construction• research and development• safety and occupational health

To Reserve SpaceComplete the enclosed Exhibit Space application, sign and include a $200 per 10' x 10' space nonrefundable deposit either by check, VISA, MasterCard or American Express. You may either:

MAIL the application with a check payable to American Gas Association (remittance MUST include “Operations Conference” and name of exhibiting company) to:

American Gas AssociationP.O. Box 79580Baltimore, MD 21279-0580

Or, FAX the application with the credit card information to 202-824-9153.

Or, EMAIL [email protected]

Balance is due in two equal installments on Nov. 2, 2016, and Feb. 2, 2017.

NOTE: Exhibition space assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis and in accordance with a priority point system. A copy of the Exhibitor Terms and Conditions is posted on AGA’s website at www.aga.org/OpsConf2017. Please review the Exhibitor Terms and Conditions before signing the Exhibit Space Application. AGA’s receipt of a signed Exhibit Space Application and Contract binds an exhibitor to the Exhibitor Terms and Conditions as posted.

Who Should Exhibit?Companies engaged in operational, engineering, construction, maintenance and service-related activities, including:

www.aga.orgOperations Conference & Biennial Exhibition • May 2–5, 2017

QUESTIONS? Contact AGAExhibit Management: 410-997-0763 or [email protected]

Cancellations must be received by AGA in writing. Cancellations received from Nov. 2, 2016, to Feb. 2, 2017, will be assessed a cancellation fee of 25 percent (25%) of the entire Exhibit Space use fee. No refunds will be granted after Feb. 2, 2017. Prices listed above supersede previously published prices.

INCLUDED IN EXHIBIT SPACE PRICE

• Two (2) complimentary attendant (exhibit hall access only) registrations with each 10-foot wide by 10-foot deep Exhibit Space reserved. Additional attendant registrations available at $350 per person (exhibit hall access only). Full conference registrations are available at the AGA-member registration fee.

• Extended/Exclusive Show Hours. Total of 13 show hours, including 9 hours of EXCLUSIVE dedicated time. A preview lunch in the exhibit hall will welcome AGA Operations Section technical committee members and early arrivals. A hosted Opening Reception in the exhibit hall will launch the festivities. Plus, a cocktail hour and lunch will boost exhibit floor traffic!

• Complimentary pre- and post-show registrant mailing lists posted on the AGA website for exhibitor and sponsor access only.

• Complimentary listing in the Exhibitor Directory published in a special 2017 issue of American Gas magazine; distributed on site at the exhibition and to 10,000-plus subscribers. Listing includes exhibitor name, marketing contact, product/service description, Exhibit Space number, etc. For inclusion in the Exhibitor Directory, a completed Exhibit Space application (including a maximum 50-word description) must be received by March 3, 2017. For applications received after March 3, 2017, a listing will appear in an Exhibitor Directory Supplement to be circulated on site.

• Food and beverage areas strategically placed within the exhibit hall to enhance and create an equitable traffic flow.

• AGA promotion of the exhibition via mass communications to targeted audiences, including AGA website announcements and advertisements in select trade publications.

• Each Exhibit Space includes an 8-foot high drape back wall, 3-foot-high drape side rails and an identification sign.

• Aisle carpeting provided. NOTE: Exhibit Space carpeting is NOT included and should be ordered in advance by exhibitor for best pricing.

Guidelines for Promotional Activities• Hospitality suites and vendor-hosted

extracurricular activities are not to be open during scheduled program/exhibit hours or AGA committee meetings.

• Exhibitors are encouraged to offer food and beverage at their exhibit. An exhibitor should inform AGA of an intent to serve food/ beverages and must coordinate directly with the hotel banquet services. AGA is not responsible for banquet costs incurred by an exhibitor.

• Exhibitors are not authorized to conduct marketing activities and/or announce hospitality suites through the conference hotel telephone systems.

• No exhibitor product or sign may be displayed in meeting rooms or other public areas of the conference hotel without prior written approval of AGA.

• Vendors are NOT permitted to sponsor suites or advertise prizes at the conference property and/or in the exhibition unless they are an exhibitor and/or an official conference sponsor.

Sponsorship OpportunitiesSponsorship opportunities are available for various conference activities. For details, go to www.aga.org.

Exhibition Hours & Special EventsINSTALLATION

MONDAY, MAY 17:00 a.m. – NoonExhibitor move-in for assigned Exhibit Space exceeding 400 sq. ft.*

Noon – 7:00 p.m.All exhibitors move in

TUESDAY, MAY 27:00 – 11:00 a.m.Touch-up only, ABSOLUTELY no set up will be permitted as decorator services will be unavailable

EXHIBITOR’S LOUNGE• Open during exhibit hours• Stocked with complimentary beverages

EXHIBIT HOURS(all events hosted)

TUESDAY, MAY 211:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.Preview Lunch**

6:00 – 9:00 p.m.Grand Opening Reception

WEDNESDAY, MAY 311:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.Buffet Lunch

11:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.Open for “Customer Day Appreciation Passes”

2:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. NEW! Hands-On Demonstrations***

5:30 - 7:00 p.m.Cocktail Hour

DismantleWednesday, May 3, after 7:30 p.m.Exhibit hall must be vacated by Noon, Thursday, May 4.

*Only exhibitors with assigned Exhibit Space exceeding 400 square feet (displays of four or more Exhibit Spaces) may install on Monday morning, May 1st. For potential exceptions, contact AGA Exhibit Management at 410-997-0763 or [email protected].

**The 2017 conference is preceded by the AGA Operations Section technical committee Spring meetings, scheduled to take place Monday, May 1st through Tuesday, May 2nd. A Preview Lunch will be held in the exhibit hall specifically for people attending the AGA Spring committee meetings, which generally attract 600 gas industry management level operators.

***Exhibitors are encouraged to invite conference registrants and/or local guests to visit their display during this dedicated hands-on demonstration/classroom time in the exhibition hall. Please ensure all demonstrations meet with building fire code and exhibition noise policy. Advise AGA Exhibit Management at 410-997-0763 or [email protected] if you plan to participate.

SPECIAL (by October 1, 2016) REGULAR (after October 1, 2016)

Inline Space Corner Space Inline Space Corner Space

AGA member $2,400 $2,600 $2,600 $2,800

Non-AGA-member $3,650 $3,850 $3,850 $4,050

Register early for best value and exhibit location.

Prices (per 10’x10’ space)

Exhibit Space Application and ContractAGA Operations Conference & Biennial Exhibition

May 2-5, 2017 (show dates May 2-3)Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center • Orlando, Florida

This agreement does NOT register the Exhibitor contact or signator for conference attendance. This will need to be done SEPARATELY at the conference website, www.aga.org/OpsConf2017.

Exhibit Space (Please indicate the number of 10’ wide by 10’ deep Exhibit Spaces needed in the appropriate category):

SPECIAL (by October 1, 2016) REGULAR (after October 1, 2016)Inline Space Corner Space Inline Space Corner Space

AGA member $2,400 $2,600 $2,600 $2,800Non-AGA-member $3,650 $3,850 $3,850 $4,050

Exhibitor Information (please print clearly or attach business card)

Exhibitor (Company) Website

Contact Name Title

E-mail (NECESSARY for receipt of pre-conference registration list and related details) Phone

Address City State ZIP

Space Preferences (Cite space numbers from exhibit floor plan): #1 #2 #3 #4

List firms and/or products you wish to be in close proximity:

List firms and/or products you do NOT wish to be in close proximity:

We are planning to display the following products/services (50 words maximum to appear free of charge in the Exhibitor Directory):

Payment Terms: A nonrefundable $200 per 10’x10’ Exhibit Space use deposit is due with application or within two weeks of invoice date. 50 percent of the balance is due by 11/2/16. The remaining 50 percent is due 2/2/17. Any reservations received after 2/2/17 will require payment in full with application or within two weeks of invoice date. There is a cancellation fee of 25% of the entire Exhibit Space use fee if cancellation is received between 11/2/16 and 2/2/17. Cancellations received after 2/2/17 will result in a cancellation fee of the entire Exhibit Space use fee. Cancellations must be received in writing by AGA Exhibit Management to be valid. Exhibitors will receive further details concerning services, material handling and show hours from AGA Exhibit Management. For additional information, contact AGA Exhibit Management, c/o Exhibit Promotions Plus Inc.: by phone at (410) 997-0763; fax (410) 997-0764; or [email protected]. Website at www.epponline.com.Exhibitor Terms and Conditions: Exhibitor agrees that submittal of this Exhibit Space Application and Contract creates a binding agreement between Exhibitor and AGA and Exhibitor certifies that it has read and agrees to the Exhibitor Terms and Conditions available at www.aga.org/OpsConf2017 which are incorporated into this agreement by reference.

Name (please print) Position (please print) Signature Date

Payment Options Check enclosed in the amount of $ payable to American Gas Association. (remittance must include “Operations Conference” and name of exhibiting company)

Please charge $ to the credit card checked: AmEx MasterCard VISA

____Card # Exp. Date

____Cardholder’s Name Cardholder’s Signature Email

____Billing Address (if different from address above) Cardholder’s Phone

Please invoice for our Exhibit Space in accordance with the Exhibitor Terms and Conditions.

____P.O. Number Date

3 Easy Ways to Reserve Exhibit Space

MAIL:American Gas Association

P.O. Box 79580Baltimore, MD 21279-0580

FAX:202-824-9153

EMAIL:[email protected]

ATTENTION! Rates do NOT include carpet or furniture for your Exhibit Space. To order carpet/furniture at the advance discount rate, contact Brede at (407) 851-0261 or [email protected] to place your order. On-site rental fees may be 30% higher than the advance discount rate. www.bredeallied.com

Island booths are assessed the corner rate on ALL booths. A minimum of 4 booths is required for an island display.

FOR AGA USE

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A Sampling of Current & Prior AGA Exhibitors

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Exhibit Floor Plan To view the current floor plan online, visit http://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/AmericanGasAssociation/AGAOPS2017

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