2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation ExpoSponsorship Opportunities& Exhibitor Packet

Thursday, December 8, 2016Little Creek Casino | Shelton, WA

Highlighting innovation and economic opportunity in the five-county regionThe 2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo is an exciting one-day event focused on setting the economic stage for our region for the coming year. Presented on Thursday, December 8, 2016 at the Little Creek Casino, in Shelton, WA, this conference brings together regional businesses from a wide range of industry sectors. Exhibitors will showcase industry within Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston counties, highlighting cutting edge technology, products and services that help our region and Washington State stay competitive.

This high-profile networking event, now in its eighth year, has expanded each year, and now draws approximately 350 - 400 decision makers and community leaders from all sectors of business and industry in our region. The 2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo will offer:• anexclusivebriefingonthe2016EconomicVitalityIndex,the annual review of the region’s economic performance over past year• insightfromrespectedeconomistsandbusinessleadersonwhat lies ahead for the coming year, and how you can be prepared• timetonetworkwiththepeoplebehindtheproductsandservices showcased at the Expo and the partnerships that support them• informationalworkshopsthroughoutthedayfocusedon business innovation and regional economic concerns

The 2016 Regional Economic Forecast and Innovation Expo is brought to you by the Thurston Economic Development Council, Lewis Economic Development Council, Pacific County Economic Development Council, Economic Development Council of Mason County, and Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.

For more info, please visit: RegionalinnovationExpo.com

Presenting Sponsor $5,000 One sponsorship available• Fullpageadineventprogram(fullcolorad)• Introduction(5minutepresentation)andrecognitionattheevent• Opportunitytoprovidesignagefordisplayinmainconferenceroom• Optiontoincludepromotionalbagandmaterials/goodiesforbags• Admissionfortableof8• FreeboothinExpoHall• Logorepresentedoneventwebsite,printedpromotionaland e-marketing materials

Co-Sponsors $3,000 Five sponsorships available• Half-pageadspaceineventprogram(fullcolorad)• Opportunitytoprovidesignagefordisplayinmainconferenceroom• Optiontoincludematerials/goodiesineventgiftbags• Admissionfor4toevent• FreeboothinExpoHall• Logorepresentedoneventwebsite,printedpromotionaland e-marketing materials

Business Sponsors $1,000 • RecognitionintheEventProgram• Admissionfor2toevent• Optiontoincludematerials/goodiesineventgiftbags• $200discountonboothinExpoHall• Logorepresentedoneventwebsite,printedpromotionaland e-marketing materials

Innovation Partners $500• RecognitionintheExpoHallProgram• Admissionfor1toevent• Optiontoincludematerials/goodiesineventgiftbags• $100discountonboothinExpoHall• Logorepresentedoneventwebsite,printedpromotionaland e-marketing materials

Sponsorship opportunities

For more information, contact your local Economic Development Council, or the event website at RegionalInnovationExpo.com

Expo Hall Exhibitor $425The Expo portion of the event runs throughout the day and offers the opportunity to market your innovative products and services to a diverse regional audience of 350 - 400 business professionals.

In addition to the Expo Hall, exhibitors will have access to the full agenda, including: an exclusive briefing on the regional Economic Vitality Index, insights and advice from business leaders on what lies ahead, and informational workshops throughout the day focused on business innovation.

Each booth space includes: • pipe and drape• a skirted table with two chairs• access to 110 volts of electricity• and admission into conference for two

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure a booth space. Booth reservation must be paid in full by November 21, 2016.

CONTACT INFORMATIONNAME TITLE

ORGANIZATION EMAIL

PHONE FAX

MAILING ADDRESS

CITY STATE, ZIP

SPONSORSHIP REQUESTq PresentingSponsor($5000)

q Co-Sponsor($3000)

q BusinessSponsor($1000-$200 discount on Expo Hall booth)

q InnovationPartner($500-$100 discount on Expo Hall booth)

BOOTH REQUEST

q Iwouldliketorequestastandardbooth($425beforeNov.21;$475after)

_______ Number of booths requested

Your $100 non-refundable deposit, or entire fee, must be received to secure a booth. The deposit will be applied toward the full booth fee, which is due by November 21, 2016.

PAYMENT OPTIONS

q $__________________ Check Enclosed

q Please Invoice

q Please bill my credit card

Credit Card Type: qVisaq Master Card q American Express

Name on Card

Card Number Expiration Date

Signature

Please complete and return the entire form to: Thurston Economic Development Council42206thAveSE|Lacey,WA98503orFAXto(360)407-3980

or email to rbaldwin@thurstonedc.comThank you for your sponsorship and support!

For more info, please visit: RegionalinnovationExpo.com

2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo

Sponsor & Vendor Registration Form

Please initial in the indicated areas to acknowledge your acceptance of this agreement.

NAME TITLE

ORGANIZATION EMAIL

PHONE FAX

MAILING ADDRESS

CITY STATE, ZIP

SIGNATURE DATE

2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo

Contract & Guidelines

________ FACILITY:TheLittleCreekCasinoisopenforboothsetupfrom6:30a.m.—7:30a.m.Thursday,De-cember8.Allexhibitsmustbeupby7:45a.m.andremainupuntil2:30p.m..Exhibithoursare7:45a.m.to2:30p.m.Thursday,December8.

________ BOOTH:Eachboothwillbe8’widex8’deep;thebackandsideswillbeblackpipeanddrape.“S”hooks will be provided for hanging signs and displays. Please do not hang anything from the booth drapery(i.e.staples,tapeorpins).YouwillreceivecomplimentaryticketstotheEconomicForecastConference as part of the booth purchase price.

________ BOOTH FURNISHINGS: At your request, your booth will be provided with 110 volts of power. Please bring your own 50’ extension cord and surge protectors if needed. You will also receive one table(3’x8’)withblacktableclothandskirting.

________ EXHIBIT SPACE: Maximize your investment by planning a professional and inviting atmosphere. Please do not apply adhesive items to the floor. Aisles, walkways, and overhead spaces must remain open. There is no exchange for monetary value for any items.

________ FEES:Boothpricesare$425ifregisteredbeforeNovember21,2016.Afterthatdate,thepricewillbe$475.The Thurston EDC WILL NOT MAKE REFUNDS. If unable to participate you may sell your exhibitor space to another organization. Please notify the EDC office immediately should this occur.The$100non-refundabledepositisdueattimeofregistration.Theremainingboothpaymentmust be received by November 21, 2016.

The exhibitor named below, agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold free and harmless the Thurston Economic Development Council and each of its partners, agents, servants, employees, officers and directors, from and against any and all actions, claims, liabilities, assertions of liability, losses, costs and expenses which in any manner may arise or be alleged to have arisen from the presence, activities and promotions of the exhibitor, their agents, servants, employees or subcontractors, on or adjacent to the 2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo premises, including, but not limited to, claim or claims for bodily injury or death of persons and for loss of or damagetoproperty,includingclaimsorlossbyexhibitor’sagents,servantsemployeesand/orsubcontractors.

The undersigned is an agent or representative of _________________________________, an exhibitor participating in the 2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo, and is authorized to execute this agreement on the exhibitor’s behalf.

2016 Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo

Hold Harmless Agreement

AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE

PRINTED NAME DATE

Agreed by Thurston Economic Development Representative Signature

PROOF OF LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUESTPlease attach a copy of your proof of liability insurance. Your insurance carrier will know what to

provide if you are unsure. Please email the proof of insurance to rbaldwin@thurstonedc.com, or fax it to:(360)407-3980byNovember21,2016.Thankyou!

For more info, please visit: RegionalinnovationExpo.com

About the ExpoThe 2016 Regional Economic Forecast and Innovation Expo, now in its eighth year, is a one-day conference designed to highlight innovation and economic opportunity in the five-county region.

Conference PartnersThe 2016 Regional Economic Forecast and Innovation Expo is coordinated by the Thurston Economic Development Council, Lewis Economic Development Council, Pacific County Economic Development Council, Economic Development Council of Mason County, and Greater Grays Harbor, Inc.