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SPONSOR PROSPECTUS May 30 - June 2, 2017 Washington, DC Meet us in DC! ASSOCIATION FOR INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH (AIR) The AIR Forum is the world s largest gathering of higher education professionals working in institutional research, assessment, planning, and related postsecondary education fields.

Join us as a sponsor for The 2017 AIR Forum in Washington, DC. The Forum is the premier event for AIR members, and the world s largest gathering of higher education professionals working in institutional research, assessment, planning, and related postsecondary education fields. Sponsors can connect with more than 2,000 attendees who make or influence decisions about the products and services that support institutional research, assessment, accreditation, data management, and planning activities at their higher education organizations. Sponsors receive high visibility and exposure through the AIR website, Exhibit Hall, incentive activities, and a wide range of printed materials and signage. Sponsorships are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early and receive up to a 5% discount! ATTENDEE BY IR ROLE 36% IR STAFF 34% IR MANAGEMENT 27% ASSESSMENT MANAGEMENT / STAFF, OTHER 2% FULL-TIME STUDENTS 1% FACULTY WHO TEACH IR SIZE OF INSTITUTION ATTENDEE BY IPEDS SECTOR 15,001-20,000 Students 9% < 2,000 Students 11% 2,000-5,000 Students 18% 10,001-15,000 Students 12% 20,001-30,000 Students 14% > 30,000 Students 15% 5,001 to 10,000 students 17%

AIR NETWORKING HUB & EXHIBIT HALL The Exhibit Hall is the central networking location for attendees and sponsors, and hosts a variety of activities including: the cyber café and charging stations, coffee breaks, lunch breaks, poster presentations, AIR s sponsor-centered Networking Game, reception, photo booth, and more! 93% of Forum attendees visit the Exhibit Hall The Exhibit Hall welcomes: 1,900+ AIR Members EXHIBIT HALL SCHEDULE 175+ Sponsor Representatives Wednesday, May 31 7:30AM The Exhibit Hall Opens 7:30AM 8:15AM Coffee and Networking 11:30AM 1:00PM Lunch Break 1:00PM 1:45PM Poster Sessions 4:00PM 5:00PM Networking Reception 5:30PM The Exhibit Hall Closes 50+ Sponsoring Companies Thursday, June 1 60% of Forum attendees engage with sponsors 7:45AM The Exhibit Hall Opens 7:45AM 8:30AM Coffee and Networking 11:30AM 1:00PM Lunch Break 1:00PM 1:45PM Poster Sessions 2:00PM 2:45PM Dessert Break / Sponsor Thank You 3:00PM The Exhibit Hall Closes 3:00PM - 7:00PM Move Out 81% of Forum attendees spend one or more hours in Exhibit Hall For More Information or to Reserve a Booth Contact: Laura Knoll Phone: 850-391-6345 Fax: 850-385-5180 Email: lknoll@airweb.org To download your registration form visit: http://forum.airweb.org/2017/pages/sponsors

SPONSOR BENEFITS Standard Amenities 10 x 10 booth in designated sponsor area Company logo and 100-word description in the Forum program book Company logo linked to company website on the Forum website Company logo on designated Forum signage Complimentary sponsor representative registrations with full access to the conference events. (Quantity varies based on level) 20% discount on program book advertisements Pre- and Post-Conference Attendee List (email addresses not provided) Participation in Forum Networking Game to drive attention to your booth (option to opt out) Sponsorship Package Upgrades Additional Sponsor Representative: $375 (limit: 5) Additional 10 X 10 booth: $1,500 Program Book Advertisement: Full Page - $700, ½ Page - $575, ¼ Page - $300 Promotional Materials for Attendees: Bag Insert for Registration Bag or Green Initiative Digital Marketing; prices vary based on sponsorship level Lanyard or Conference Bag: Prices and availability vary based on sponsorship level SPONSORED SESSIONS Diamond, Platinum, Gold, and Silver Sponsors have the opportunity to present a 45-minute speaker session or discussion group session about 78% of Forum attendees said they would recommend a sponsored session to a colleague their products and services. This is a great chance to partner with a client and show AIR members what your company has to offer. Speaker Sessions share innovative applications, research practices, and professional work products in IR, assessment, planning, or other data-centered functions. Speaker Sessions will be set up in theater style seating with standard audio/visual including: Materials Table, Podium, Microphone, Projector, and Screen. Internet access is not provided and presenters must bring a laptop. Discussion Group Sessions are highly interactive group discussions that focus on a current topic or issue in the field. The session leader s role also includes encouraging participants to share their perspectives and providing a summary and closure to the discussion. Discussions may be led by an individual or two co-leaders. A flip chart and markers are available upon request. No A/V, laptop, projector, or internet access is provided or available. Program Book Ad Specifications Ad Size Width Height A B D Full Page Half Page Horizontal Half Page Vertical Quarter Page Ads do not bleed 7.5 10 7.5 4.875 3.625 10 3.625 4.875 C

2017 SPONSORSHIP COMPARISON $15,750 DIAMOND (LIMIT: 1) $8,925 PLATINUM (LIMIT: 4) $6,300 GOLD (NO LIMIT) $4,000 SILVER (NO LIMIT) $2,500 BRONZE (LIMIT: 10) $1,500 NON-EXHIBITING (LIMIT: 5) Booth Size and Location Additional 10x10 booth: $1500 20X20 ft. Island 10X20 ft. Booth in Designated Sponsor Area 10X10 ft. Booth in Designated Sponsor Area 10X10 ft. Booth in Designated Sponsor Area 10X10 ft. Booth in Designated Sponsor Area N/A Recognition in the Forum Program Book Recognition on the Forum Website Recognition on the Forum Signage Promotional Information for Attendees Bag insert or digital marketing. Diamond receives both. $500 $600 $700 Forum Attendee List Diamond, Platinum, and Gold receive mailing list. Silver and Bronze receive names only. Participation in Networking Game (Opt out available) Number of Registrations for Sponsor Representatives Additional Representatives: $375 5 4 3 2 2 Sponsor Discussion Group (45 minutes) Sponsor Concurrent Session (45 minutes) Reserved Room for Private Meetings Reserved room is shared with other sponsors OR OR OR 34% of attendees are IR management and have strong influence Forum Program Book Advertisement Lead Retrieval (1) License provided FULL BACK COVER ½ INSIDE COVER 36% of attendees are IR staff who influence decision makers ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Lanyard or Conference Bag Sponsorship Company logo will be printed on attendee lanyards or conference bag. $1,500 (FIRST RIGHT OF REFUSAL) $2,000 (IF AVAILABLE) $2,500 (IF AVAILABLE) N/A N/A N/A Program Book Advertisement Prices include a 20% discount for Sponsors. Contact us at forum@airweb.org for more information. FULL PAGE: $700 ½ PAGE: $575 ¼ PAGE: $300 FULL PAGE: $700 ½ PAGE: $575 ¼ PAGE: $300 FULL PAGE: $700 ½ PAGE: $575 ¼ PAGE: $300 FULL PAGE: $700 ½ PAGE: $575 ¼ PAGE: $300 FULL PAGE: $700 ½ PAGE: $575 ¼ PAGE: $300 FULL PAGE: $700 ½ PAGE: $575 ¼ PAGE: $300 Lead Retrieval License Scan attendee badges $150 for additional $150 for additional $200 for first license $150 for additional $200 for first license $150 for additional $200 for first license $150 for additional $200 for first license $150 for additional

DIAMOND SPONSORSHIP $15,750 (LIMIT: 1) In addition to the standard amenities, the Diamond Sponsor receives: 20 x 20 Island Booth The Island booth will be placed in a prime location of the Exhibit Hall, typically near the entrance. 5 Sponsor Representative Registrations A sponsor representative registration is equivalent to a Forum attendee registration. Sponsor representatives may attend all meal functions, general sessions, and concurrent sessions. Additional representatives are $375 per person. (limit: 5) Registration Bag Insert One piece of promotional material to be included in conference bag distributed to all Forum attendees (2,000 pieces). Green Initiative Digital Marketing (New this year!) Includes : (1) 100-word paragraph in a promotional email to Forum Attendees on behalf of sponsors. One email will be sent per group outlined as follows: Diamond/Platinum, Gold/Silver, Bronze/Non-exhibiting. No more than (5) sponsors will be included per email. (1) Digital marketing collateral available for download on the sponsor listing page of the Forum website. Report after the conference of click rate for the above items. Sponsored Speaker Session or Discussion Group The choice to present either a Speaker Session or Discussion Group. Forum Attendee List Both the early registration and final attendee mailing list. Includes physical mailing addresses only; email addresses not provided or available. Private Meeting Room A meeting room will be reserved for the Diamond and Platinum Sponsors to use for private business meetings. Reservations to use the room will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis. (Individual rooms will be assigned when available.) Lead Retrieval License One complimentary lead retrieval license. Additional licenses can be purchased for $150. Program Book Advertisement Full page company advertisement prominently displayed on the back cover of the program book provided to each Forum attendee. Additional Options: Lanyard or Conference Bag For an additional $1,500, company logo or name prominently displayed on name badge lanyards or conference bag provided to each Forum attendee. (Two available; Diamond Sponsor has first right of refusal) Additional Lead Retrieval License(s) Additional licenses can be purchased for $150.

PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP $8,925 (LIMIT: 4) In addition to the standard amenities, the Diamond Sponsor receives: 10 x 20 Booth Platinum sponsors have first choice in booth selection and can pick any two adjoining booths. 4 Sponsor Representative Registrations A sponsor representative registration is equivalent to a Forum attendee registration. Sponsor representatives may attend all meal functions, general sessions, and concurrent sessions. Additional representatives are $375 per person. (limit: 5) Promotional Materials Choice of Either 1. Registration Bag Insert One piece of promotional material to be included in conference bag distributed to all Forum attendees (2,000 pieces). -or- 2. Green Initiative Digital Marketing (New this year!) Includes : (1) 100-word paragraph in a promotional email to Forum Attendees on behalf of sponsors. One email will be sent per group outlined as follows: Diamond/Platinum, Gold/Silver, Bronze/Non-exhibiting. No more than (5) sponsors will be included per email. (1) Digital marketing collateral available for download on the sponsor listing page of the Forum website. Report after the conference of click rate for the above items. Sponsored Speaker Session or Discussion Group The choice to present either a Speaker Session or Discussion Group. Forum Attendee List Both the early registration and final attendee mailing list. Includes physical mailing addresses only; email addresses not provided or available. Private Meeting Room One meeting room will be reserved for the Diamond and Platinum Sponsors to use for private business meetings. Reservations to use the room will be handled on a first come first served basis. (Individual rooms will be assigned when available.) Lead Retrieval License One complimentary lead retrieval license. Additional licenses can be purchased for $150. Program Book Advertisement Half page company advertisement prominently displayed on the inside cover of the program book provided to each Forum attendee. Additional Options: Lanyard or Conference Bag For an additional $2,000, company logo or name prominently displayed on name badge lanyards or conference bag provided to each Forum attendee. (Two available; Diamond Sponsor has first right of refusal) Additional Lead Retrieval License(s) Additional licenses can be purchased for $150.

GOLD SPONSORSHIP $6,300 (NO LIMIT) In addition to the standard amenities, Gold Sponsors receive: 3 Sponsor Representative Registrations A sponsor representative registration is equivalent to a Forum attendee registration. Sponsor representatives may attend all meal functions, general sessions, and concurrent sessions. Additional representatives are $375 per person. (limit: 5) Sponsored Speaker Session or Discussion Group The choice to present either a Speaker Session or Discussion Group. Forum Attendee List Both the early registration and final attendee mailing list. Includes physical mailing addresses only; email addresses not provided or available. Additional Options: Lanyard or Conference Bag For an additional $2,500, company logo or name prominently displayed on name badge lanyards or conference bag provided to each Forum attendee. (Two available; Diamond Sponsor has first right of refusal) Promotional Materials Choice of Either ($500) 1. Registration Bag Insert One piece of promotional material to be included in conference bag distributed to all Forum attendees (2,000 pieces). 2. Green Initiative Digital Marketing (New this year!) Includes : (1) 100-word paragraph in a promotional email to Forum Attendees on behalf of sponsors. One email will be sent per group outlined as follows: Diamond/ Platinum, Gold/Silver, Bronze/Non-exhibiting. No more than (5) sponsors will be included per email. (1) Digital marketing collateral available for download on the sponsor listing page of the Forum website. SILVER SPONSORSHIP $4,000 (NO LIMIT) In addition to the standard amenities, Silver Sponsors receive: 2 Sponsor Representative Registrations A sponsor representative registration is equivalent to a Forum attendee registration. Sponsor representatives may attend all meal functions, general sessions, and concurrent sessions. Additional representatives are $375 per person. (limit: 5) Sponsored Discussion Group An opportunity to lead a sponsored Discussion Group. Forum Attendee List Both the early registration and final attendee list. List includes attendee name, job title, and institution. No contact information is included. Additional Options: Promotional Materials Choice of Either ($600) 1. Registration Bag Insert One piece of promotional material to be included in conference bag distributed to all Forum attendees (2,000 pieces). -or- -or- 2. Green Initiative Digital Marketing (New this year!) Includes : (1) 100-word paragraph in a promotional email to Forum Attendees on behalf of sponsors. One email will be sent per group outlined as follows: Diamond/ Platinum, Gold/Silver, Bronze/Non-exhibiting. No more than (5) sponsors will be included per email. (1) Digital marketing collateral available for download on the sponsor listing page of the Forum website. Report after the conference of click rate for the above items. Lead Retrieval License $200 for the first license and $150 for each additional. Report after the conference of click rate for the above items. Lead Retrieval License $200 for the first license and $150 for each additional.

BRONZE SPONSORSHIP $2,500 (LIMIT: 10) In addition to the standard amenities, Bronze Sponsors receive: 2 Sponsor Representative Registrations A sponsor representative registration is equivalent to a Forum attendee registration. Sponsor representatives may attend all meal functions, general sessions, and concurrent sessions. Additional representatives are $375 per person. (limit: 5) Forum Attendee List Both the early registration and final attendee list. List includes attendee name, job title, and institution. No contact information is included. Additional Options: Promotional Materials Choice of Either ($700) 1. Registration Bag Insert One piece of promotional material to be included in conference bag distributed to all Forum attendees (2,000 pieces). 2. Green Initiative Digital Marketing (New this year!) Includes : (1) 100-word paragraph in a promotional email to Forum Attendees on behalf of sponsors. One email will be sent per group outlined as follows: Diamond/ Platinum, Gold/Silver, Bronze/Non-exhibiting. No more than (5) sponsors will be included per email. (1) Digital marketing collateral available for download on the sponsor listing page of the Forum website. Report after the conference of click rate for the above items. Lead Retrieval License $200 for the first license and $150 for each additional. NON-EXHIBITING SPONSORSHIP $1,500 (LIMIT: 5) Non-Exhibiting Sponsors receive: Recognition in the Forum Program Book Company name, logo, and description will be in the program book provided to each Forum attendee. Recognition on the Forum Website Company name and logo will appear on the 2017 Forum website and will be linked to company s website. Promotional Materials Choice of Either 1. Registration Bag Insert One piece of promotional material to be included in conference bag distributed to all Forum attendees (2,000 pieces). -or- -or- 2. Green Initiative Digital Marketing (New this year!) Includes : (1) 100-word paragraph in a promotional email to Forum Attendees on behalf of sponsors. One email will be sent per group outlined as follows: Diamond/ Platinum, Gold/Silver, Bronze/Non-exhibiting. No more than (5) sponsors will be included per email. (1) Digital marketing collateral available for download on the sponsor listing page of the Forum website. Report after the conference of click rate for the above items. Recognition on the Forum Signage Company logo will be displayed on signage at the Forum. Program Book Advertisement Quarter page company advertisement in the program book provided to each Forum attendee. For More Information or to Reserve a Booth Contact: Laura H. Knoll, CMP Phone: 850-385-4155 ext. 121 Fax: 850-385-5180 Email: lknoll@airweb.org To download your registration form visit: http://forum.airweb.org/2017/pages/sponsors

2017 SPONSOR TERMS AND CONDITIONS The following terms and conditions apply to all Sponsors participating in the 2017 AIR Forum, the annual meeting of the Association for Institutional Research (AIR). A complete contract for Exhibit Hall space includes a Registration Form, acceptance of these terms and conditions by an authorized representative, Certificate of Insurance as outlined in Section 15, and a deposit as outlined in Section 1. 1. Deposit. A 50% non-refundable deposit is required before a Sponsor s contract for Exhibit Hall space will be considered finalized. Sponsor contracts for exhibit hall space received after March 3, 2017 must be accompanied with full payment. 2. Full Payment. Exhibit Hall space must be paid in full by March 3, 2017. Sponsors failing to make the final payment as required will forfeit their early registration discount, deposit and participation as a Sponsor. 3. Acceptance of Contract. AIR reserves the right to accept or reject any Sponsor contract for Exhibit Hall space. 4. Cancellations. a. Cancellation of Event. In the event that the Forum is canceled, postponed, or relocated due to fire, strikes, government regulations, causalities, Acts of God, or other causes beyond AIR s control, AIR will refund monies paid and cancel fees. The Sponsor waives any and all damages and claims for damages should the event be cancelled. b. Cancellation of Contract. Sponsors who cancel by written notice received at the AIR Executive Office by March 3, 2017 are entitled to a refund of monies paid less the 50% non-refundable deposit. No refunds will be granted after March 3, 2017. On-site cancellation requests due to delayed shipment of booth materials, delayed flights, and such will not be honored. 5. Sponsor Representative. Each Sponsor will name at least one person to be the Sponsor s representative in connection with the installation, operation, and removal of the exhibit. Such representative shall be authorized to enter into such service contracts as may be necessary, and for which the Sponsor shall be responsible. Additional representatives may be registered for an additional fee. 6. Assignment of Space. Space assignments will be made based on the date of receipt of completed contracts, Sponsorship level, and considerations to enhance the Exhibit Hall aesthetics and function. Every effort will be made to respect preferred space choice. AIR will make the final decision on booth placement to best meet the needs of the Exhibit Hall. 7. Contractor Service Information. AIR s selected General Services Contractor (GSC) is the exclusive contractor for shipping and drayage service. Handling and receiving of shipments is not the responsibility or liability of AIR. 8. Booth Equipment and Services. Exhibits are 10 x10 booth spaces with an 8 high back drape and 3 high side drapes. Each space includes one 6 draped table, two side chairs, one wastebasket, and an identification sign indicating booth number and company name. The Exhibit Hall is carpeted. Additional booth equipment may be rented through the designated GSC. 9. Booth Construction and Arrangement. Booths should conform to the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE) Guidelines. Booths that vary significantly from IAEE standards must be preapproved by AIR. No display material exposing an unfinished surface to neighboring booths will be permitted. 10. Installation and Dismantling. Booths are expected to be completely installed and all packing and freight removed prior to the opening of the Exhibit Hall. Crates, freight, and/or packaging may not be stored in booths during show hours. Extraneous materials left in booths may be removed and stored at the Sponsor s risk and expense. Crates not properly marked or identified by Sponsors may be destroyed or lost and are the sole responsibility of the Sponsor. Packing and dismantling displays prior to the exhibition closing is prohibited without permission from AIR. Exhibit materials left unattended after the official close of the Exhibit Hall will be considered abandoned and discarded. 11. Use of Exhibit Space. Sponsors agree not to assign or sublet any space allotted without written consent of AIR, nor to display or advertise goods other than those manufactured or carried in the regular course of business of the Sponsor. Use of exhibit space is limited to the individual/organization named on the Sponsor Registration Form. 12. Sponsor Activities. Sponsors are required to inform AIR of any outside activity (e.g., receptions, seminars, symposia, and hospitality suites) they intend to arrange in conjunction with the Forum. 13. Restrictions. Demonstrations must be located so viewers will be within the Sponsor s space, and not blocking aisles or neighboring exhibits. AIR reserves the right to restrict, prohibit, and/or remove exhibits which are objectionable because of noise, glaring or flashing lights, or method of operation, or which, in the opinion of AIR, are inappropriate or may detract from the general character of the Forum or Exhibit Hall. In the event of such restriction or removal, AIR is not liable for any refund of any amount paid hereunder. All Sponsors must confine their sales activities to their booth areas. Brochures may not be distributed in the aisles or in other parts of the building. Persons under 18 years of age are not permitted in the Exhibit Hall. 14. Sponsor Listing in Promotional Materials (where applicable). If included within the applicable package and where applicable, AIR will include the sponsor s promotional materials and references to the sponsor, such as the sponsor s name, logo, company description or company advertisement. To ensure inclusion of any materials, such information and artwork must be provided within the agreed time limit. The failure of any sponsor to meet specific deadlines shall not result in the return of any sponsorship fees already paid or relieve the obligation to complete the payment of any remaining sponsorship fees. 15. Communications with Forum Attendees. Sponsors are not permitted to email Forum Attendees without prior approval from AIR unless the attendee is an existing client or upon the request of the attendee. Due to AIR privacy policies, AIR does not share members email addresses. 16. Security. Each Sponsor has the responsibility of safeguarding own exhibit materials or goods from the time they are placed in the exhibit space until they are removed. Sponsors desiring special security precautions should arrange for private guard service at their own expense. 17. Liability. The Sponsor hereby assumes entire responsibility for and hereby agrees to protect, defend, indemnify and save the Washington Marriott Marquis, its owners, its operator, AIR and each of their respective parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, employees, officers, directors,

and agents harmless against all claims, losses or damages to persons or property, governmental charges or fines and attorney s fees arising out of or caused by its installation, removal, maintenance, occupancy or use of exhibition premises or a part thereof, excluding any such liability caused by the sole gross negligence of the Washington Marriott Marquis and its employees and agents. 18. Insurance. The Sponsor acknowledges that neither AIR, the Washington Marriott Marquis, its owners, nor its operator, maintain insurance covering Sponsor s property and that it is the sole responsibility of the Sponsor to obtain business interruption and property damage insurance insuring any losses by Sponsor. The Sponsor agrees to obtain the following insurance coverage and furnish a certificate of insurance to AIR by March 3, 2017: Comprehensive general liability insurance coverage including protective and contractual liability coverage of one million dollars ($1,000,000.00) per incident, two million dollars ($2,000,000.00) in the aggregate for bodily injury and property damage. AIR must be named as an additional insured on the policy. In addition, Sponsors are advised to carry special insurance to cover exhibit materials against damage and loss, and public liability insurance against injury to the person or property of others. disability or sight impairment in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including without limitation, the Americans with Disabilities Act (U.S. Public Law 101-336). 21. Management. AIR reserves the right to interpret, amend, and enforce these terms and conditions as it deems appropriate to ensure the success of the exhibition. 22. Enforcement and Severability. These terms and conditions create a contract between the parties and shall be interpreted pursuant to Florida law, enforceable in and subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of that state, and the prevailing party in any dispute over these terms shall be entitled to recovery of its costs and attorney fees from the other. In the event that any one or more of the provisions contained herein shall, for any reason, be held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall not affect any other provisions of this agreement, but this agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provisions had never been contained herein, unless the deletion of such provision or provisions would result in such a material change so as to cause completion of the transactions contemplated herein to be unreasonable. 19. Compliance. The Sponsor assumes responsibility for compliance with all pertinent ordinances, regulations, and codes of local, state, and federal governing bodies; together with the rules and regulations of the operators and/or owners of the property wherein the exhibit is held. Cloth decorations must be flameproof. Wiring must comply with facility, fire department and Electrical Underwriters rules. The Sponsor will abide by and comply with the rules and regulations of AIR authorized contractors and local unions operating at the exhibition facility. 20. ADA Requirements. Sponsors are reminded that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ensures equal access to all participants of AIR meetings. Booth spaces must be fully accessible to those with physical Sponsor Agent Accepted by AIR Date: Date: Signature: Signature: AIR Authorized Representative Printed Name: Company: Title: Mail or fax completed form to: Association for Institutional Research Department #177 PO Box 850001 Orlando, FL 32885-0177 http://forum.airweb.org Phone 850-391-6345 Fax 850-385-5180

ASSOCIATION FOR INSTITUTIONAL RESEARCH LOCATION IMPORTANT DATES Washington Marriott Marquis 901 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20001 FEBRUARY 13 MARCH 10, 2017 Sponsored Session Submissions Proposal Process Open FRIDAY, MARCH 10, 2017 Sponsorship Balance Due FRIDAY, MARCH 24, 2017 All items due for the program book FRIDAY, MAY 12, 2017 Certificate of Liability Insurance Due TUESDAY, MAY 30, 2017 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Move-In WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2017 7:30 AM 5:30 PM - Show Hours THURSDAY, JUNE 1, 2017 7:45 AM 3:00 PM - Show Hours 3:00 PM 7:00 PM - Move-Out GET IN TOUCH Phone: 850-385-4155 Email: forum@airweb.org Website: forum.airweb.org To download your registration form visit: http://forum.airweb.org/2017/pages/sponsors