2016 MEALS ON WHEELS ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND EXPO

Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
Nashville, Tennessee
August 31 – September 2, 2016
Meals on Wheels Expo on September 1

There’s no better opportunity to present your products and services to the largest gathering of senior nutrition leaders in the country than the upcoming Meals on Wheels Annual Conference and Expo in Nashville, TN. At a time of dramatic change and evolution in the senior nutrition market, opportunities to create efficient partnerships and generate new business will be at the top of our Conference attendees’ minds.

Just last year, Exhibitors connected with attendees who spent an average of over $1.5 million on goods and services annually; 88% of those attendees who participated in a follow-up survey reported that they were considering purchasing Exhibitors’ products after meeting with them.

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Exhibitors will benefit from dedicated Expo time on Thursday, September 1, 2016 from 3:15 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. The Expo will be the only Conference activity scheduled during this time, allowing you to meet with over 95% of Conference attendees without sacrificing your entire work week.

EXHIBITOR BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Opportunity to provide product/service information, demonstrations and samples in a one-on-one setting to attendees;
• Access to Conference attendee directory and mailing list before the Expo*;
• One full Conference registration for each booth purchased that allows you to attend all highly-ranked Conference workshops and popular social events, including the Special Event and Keynote Events;
• Invitation for all Exhibitors (with or without full Conference registrations) to participate in the hotel-sponsored reception with Conference attendees on Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.;
• Visibility in communications to Conference attendees promoting the Expo and your company prior to Conference;
• Communication to all of Membership highlighting the Expo and participating Exhibitors;
• Inclusion of company description, contact, logo and booth location in the Conference app;
• Inclusion of company description, contact, logo and booth location in an Exhibitor Directory that is shared via email and via USB drive in all Conference bags;
• A license to use the Conference Exhibitor’s logo for up to two months before and up to two months after the Conference; and
• Option to provide an item(s) in the raffle (held at the end of the Expo) for additional exposure and recognition.

*This list does not include email addresses

EXHIBITOR FEES AND REGISTRATION

EARLY BIRD RATE • $1,600
Must be registered and paid in full by May 13, 2016.

REGULAR RATE • $1,700
Must be registered and paid in full by August 1, 2016.

NONPROFIT / GOVERNMENT RATE • $1,300
Must be registered and paid in full by August 1, 2016.

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We will only accept Conference registrations completed online at www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/expo; please do not mail registration forms. If you need assistance registering, please contact Meals on Wheels America’s Corporate Partnerships Manager Sasha Dutton at sasha@mealsonwheelsamerica.org or 571-339-1622.

Gain greater exposure and enhance your brand visibility by becoming a Sponsor of the Meals on Wheels Annual Conference and Expo! We offer sponsorships ranging from $5,000 to $50,000. Find the best fit for your company in the 2016 Conference Prospectus. Each of these packages list the standard benefits for each level. If there are specific benefits not listed here, contact Sasha Dutton for further creative thinking and discussion.

This year’s Conference will take place at the stunning Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee – the country music capital! Located just minutes away from the world-renowned Grand Ole Opry and a short drive from Nashville’s vibrant downtown, this city has something for everyone.

RESERVE DISCOUNTED ROOMS

To learn more about booking our discounted room rate of $139 for single/double occupancy traditional rooms and $204 for single/double occupancy premium/atrium rooms (+ state and local taxes), visit www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/conference-hotel. Our discounted Conference room block is limited and rates will expire on August 1, 2016 or sooner if the block has filled. Last year, our room block filled up very quickly so it is important to reserve your room(s) early if you'd like to stay where the Conference is taking place.

PURCHASE ADDITIONAL CONFERENCE REGISTRATIONS FOR YOUR TEAM

Significantly increase your networking opportunities with key decision-makers by purchasing additional full Conference registrations. With each full Conference registration, you can attend all meals, workshops and events. Learn more about what these events are by checking out the Agenda-at-a-Glance at www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/conference-agenda. Each Exhibitor booth fee includes one full Conference registration; additional registrations must be paid for separately.

You can purchase additional full Conference registrations for $500 per person.

We look forward to seeing you at the 2016 Meals on Wheels Annual Conference and Expo. Contact Sasha Dutton at sasha@mealsonwheelsamerica.org or 571-339-1622 to lock in these opportunities today!