FIRE-RESCUE INTERNATIONAL 2018 PROSPECTUS

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1 FIRE-RESCUE INTERNATIONAL 2018 PROSPECTUS IAFC.org/FRI Connect WITH TOP FIRE & EMS LEADERS 8-11 august DALLAS, TX

2 Discover FRI ATTENDEES WITH PURChASING POWER WHY EXHIBIT? If you re looking to connect with the top individuals of the fire/ems industry, you ve found the right place: Fire-Rescue International (FRI) 2018 Conference and Exhibit Hall. For over 140 years the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) has provided a forum for fire/ EMS leaders to collaborate on emerging topics and trends affecting today s industry. You will find 9,800+ fire/ems professionals of every rank attending FRI. These attendees have a proven demand for a wide range of products and services. The IAFC offers a number of ways for companies to get involved. Work with the IAFC team to develop the custom program that best meets your company s individual needs. REACH FOSTER GENERATE BUILD STAY leading fire chiefs and officers of all ranks relationships with key decision makers leads and increase sales brand and product awareness ahead of your competition The IAFC s FRI has provided senior-level leadership training to fire chiefs for over 140 years. As an organization, the IAFC represents the world s leading experts in the first responder community. The IAFC s commitment to excellence is seen throughout FRI from the conference to the exhibit hall, the IAFC delivers when it comes to quality and value.

3 FRI ATTENDEE PROFILE FIRE DEPARTMENT S POPULATION SERVED 39% 11% 0-9,999 50,000-99,999 9,843 TOTAL ATTENDANCE 31% 10,000-49,999 11% 200,000 & Up 8% 100, , # OF EXHIBITING COMPANIES Type of Department Career 36% Combination 23% Volunteer 33% Military 2% Industrial 1% Other 5% Rank Fire Chief/Commissioner 22% Chief Officer 19% Company Officer 11% Other 27% Firefighter 14%

4 FRI ATTENDEE BEHAVIOR 99% say that exhibitors provide products and services that would benefit their department 15% plan to purchase a product onsite 38% plan to purchase a product within 6 months 27% plan to purchase a product within 12 months Total Hours Spent In The Exhibit Hall By Attendees 4-6 hours Up to 2 hours 38% 8% 6-8 hours 27% 27% 2-4 hours

5 SHOWCASE YOUR BRAND Products and Services attendees are looking for: Apparatus Manufacturers Apparatus/Vehicle Accessories Fire Station Equipment GIS Equipment Incident Command Software Communications Equipment, Interoperability and much more! ENHANCE YOUR VISIBILITY GEM PARTNER Maximize your investment with premium space selection, booth discounts, and specialized advertising opportunities. Click Here for More Info CONFERENCE PARTNER The IAFC provides special booth savings and early booth selection to FRI conference partners. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FRI offers a wide variety of pre-established sponsorships as well as the opportunity to create your own package to align with your unique sales and marketing needs. FRI sponsorship offerings are organized into 3 distinct categories: Networking Events Education Events Registration/Conference Amenities 2017 po e r C or Bonus! n rate Pa r t FRI conference sponsorship automatically enrolls you in our Corporate Partner Bugle Program, which provides benefits all year long.

6 FRI 2017 EXHIBITOR OVERVIEW LOCATION Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, TX EXPO HOURS Thursday, August 9 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Company Name ID Sign THE EXHIBITOR PACKAGE Friday, August 10 10:00 am 5:00 pm Saturday, August 11 8:30 am 1:00 pm Overall Security Exhibitor Passes Standard Drapery FEES Booth Size General Exhibitor Conference Partner * GEM Partners * 100-2,000 $16.50 $15.00 $ ,001-4,000 $14.50 $13.35 $ ,001+ $14.00 $13.00 $11.75 Pavilion $18.50 $18.50 $18.50 *See partner descriptions on page 4.

7 HOW TO REGISTER AS AN EXHIBITOR? 1. Choose your location on the floor plan (Visit IAFC.org/FRI available booths are blue) 2. Choose your booth online or complete the Exhibitor Agreement (page 7) 3. Or contact Tracy Blankenship, , to discuss sponsorships, partnership programs and other ways to enhance your presence at FRI. Our Exhibit Hall brings The fire/ems industry into one venue & opens the doors to opportunities.

8 EXHIBITOR AGREEMENT August 8-11, 2018 Dallas, TX Office Use Only Booth Assigned Date Processed ID# 1 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Company Address City St/Province Zip Country Contact Name (printed) *Authorized Signature Phone Fax Website (Booth Contact) (Exhibitor Directory Contact) (Invoice Contact) 2What is your company goal by exhibiting at FRI 2017? SPACE SELECTION IAFC will assign exhibit space based on availability and in accordance with exhibitor s choice whenever possible. If exhibitor s choice is not available, IAFC will assign the best available space. Dimensions Preferred (in multiples of 10 ): x = sq.ft. General Exhibit Space Choices: List choices in order of preference Please list any companies you would prefer NOT to be near - we will do our best to accommodate Health and Wellness Pavilion Package (Includes carpet, 1 skirted table, 2 chairs, and 1 wastebasket per booth) PRICING Annual Partnership Fees- Refer to benefits guide for benefit details q Diamond Partner: $15,500 q Emerald Partner: $10,500 q Ruby Partner: $5,500 q Conference Partner: $1,500 q Enhanced Web Listing: $150 (Increase traffic, gain web exposure and search engine results) Booth Size (sq. ft.) General Exhibitor (per sq. ft.) Conference Partner (per sq. ft.) GEM Partner (per sq. ft.) 100 2,000 $16.50 $15.00 $ ,001 4,000 $14.50 $13.25 $ ,001+ $14.00 $13.00 $11.75 Pavilion $18.50 $18.50 $18.50 Total Exhibit Fees: $ Partner Fees: Enhanced Listing Fee: Total: Pricing Total Amount $ $ $ 50% Deposit: $ 4 PAYMENT INFORMATION SIGNATURE BINDS EXHIBITOR LEGALLY TO 2016 FIRE-RESCUE INTERNATIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS ENCLOSED Name as it appears on card Card # CSV# Exp Date $ Amount to Charge Signature of Cardholder MAIL WITH CHECK TO: International Association of Fire Chiefs CL500039, P.O. Box 5007, Merrifield, VA PAYMENT SCHEDULE: Exhibitors contracting exhibit space will have (2) scheduled payments. FIRST PAYMENT of 50% total space cost is due with application. FINAL PAYMENT of remaining balance is due by December 1, By signing the Exhibit Space Contract, you certify that you have the authority to sign the contract and bind the company listed to the Official Rules and Regulations. FAX WITH CREDIT CARD INFORMATION TO: TO: Tracy Blankenship tblankenship@iafc.org LATE FEE: Outstanding balances after December 2, 2017: A late fee of $200 will be added to balance due. CANCELLATION POLICY: Cancellation of exhibit space must be made in writing and confirmed by IAFC. Properly requested refunds will be provided per the following schedule: On or before December 1, 2017 a 50% refund of total space cost; After December 2, no refund