2020 EESA CONVENTION
CUSTOM MARKETING PACKAGES AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
2nd Annual Empowering Exceptional Students of America Special Education Convention
FRIDAY, JUNE 12 AND SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 2020
Maryvale Church of the Nazarene
3201 N. 51st Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85031
EXPAND YOUR REACH
American Exceptional Students Association was formed because there is a overwhelming deficiency in this state for educational opportunities for families of exceptional individuals. In addition, the Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) is also often overlooked by other organizations. Raising a student with special needs is expensive, and the ESA funds allow for families of students with special needs to pay for therapy, curriculum, and other services that are otherwise more costly than parents can afford. We believe parents are not given all the information they could get in order to properly educate their child. We believe education is a fundamental right, and to close some avenues to parents of students who have special needs is unfortunate. As an education-related business, this is your opportunity to connect with parents of exceptional students who need additional support. We hope you will help AESA to complete its mission of offering resources and information to parents of any student who is outside the curve.
The EESA Convention Team works tirelessly all year long preparing this special event, which is designed to encourage and equip parents as they endeavor to educate their exceptional child in any environment.
By partnering together with you, we desire to enhance the experience of our attendees while promoting your business and expanding your reach within the special education community.
We look forward to discussion custom marketing packages and sp[onsorship opportunities with you for the EESA Convention June 12-13, 2020.
AESA is a national 501c3 non-profit organization that serves the needs of the special education community in Arizona and abroad. For more information about AESA, please visit our website at www.aesa.group.
GENERAL BENEFITS
PRINT PROMOTIONS
- CONVENTION PROGRAM SPONSOR THANK YOU
SPONSOR THANK YOU DISPLAY
- LOGO BOARD ON THE SPONSOR THANK YOU DISPLAY AT THE CONVENTION
- SPONSOR SIGN FOR BOOTH
EESA WEBSITE
- SPONSOR LOGO ON EESA WEBSITE
- OPTIONAL VIDEO ON SPONSOR PAGE
SOCIAL MEDIA
- ONE SPONSOR HIGHLIGHT POST ON THE eesa fACEBOOK PAGE
- ONE SPONSOR IMAGE POST ON THE EESA INSTAGRAM PAGE
ROTATING SLIDE IN EXHIBIT HALL
- SPONSOR LOGO AND BOOTH NUMBER ON DISPLAY
Vendor Packages and Sponsorship Opportunities
New Vendor Registration will open on September 1, 2019
Below are some of our most popular packages. These packages are designed to save you money by bundling marketing services. Additional services can be purchased during checkout.
Basic Exhibitor Package
- 1 8×10 non-corner Convention Booth
- 1 half-page ad in Convention Directory
- 1 Social Media eBlasts
- 1 Vendor email eBlast
- 1 Welcome Bag insert
- 1 logo display on EESA Website –$270 value
Premium Exhibitor Package
- 1 full page print ad in Convention Booklet
- 1 full page digital ad in AESA eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 1 Vendor email eBlast
- 2 Welcome Bag insert
- 1 logo display on EESA Website
- 1 8’x10′ non-corner vendor booth –$470 value
Basic Non-exhibitor Package
- half-page ad in eDirectory
- 1 Social Media Blast
- 1 Welcome Bag insert
- 1 Vendor email eBlast
- Host a Workshop or class to demonstrate your product or service
- 1 logo display on EESA Website –$250 value
Premium Non-exhibitor Package
- 1 full page digital ad in EESA eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 4 Vendor email eBlast
- 3 Welcome Bag insert
- 1 logo display on EESA Website
- Host a Workshop to demonstrate your product or service –$450 value
Class Sponsor
- Half page print ad in Convention booklet
- Half page digital ad in eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- Introduce class speaker
- 2 Welcome Bag inserts
- Namebadge envelope insert
- Convention flyer on seats before ONE class
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 premium booth
Workshop Sponsor
- Full page back of printed Directory
- Full page ad in eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 2 Welcome Bag inserts
- Namebadge envelope insert
- 5-minute workshop introduction
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 in Sponsor Section
Welcome Bag Sponsor
- Full page back of printed Directory
- Full page ad in eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 2 Welcome Bag inserts
- Namebadge envelope insert
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 premium booth
Name badge Sponsor
- Full page back of printed Directory
- Full page ad in eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 2 Welcome Bag inserts
- Name badge envelope insert
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 non-corner booth
Directory Sponsor
- Full page back of printed Directory
- Full page ad in eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 2 Welcome Bag inserts
- Namebadge envelope insert
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 non-corner booth
Volunteer Sponsor
- Full page back of printed Directory
- Full page ad in eDirectory
- 2 Social Media eBlasts
- 2 Welcome Bag inserts
- Namebadge envelope insert
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 non-corner booth
Keynote Sponsor
- Full page back of printed Directory
- Full page ad in eDirectory
- 4 Social Media eBlasts
- 3 Welcome Bag inserts
- Namebadge envelope insert
- 5-minute introduction of one keynote speaker
- Convention logo sponsor display banner
- Logo display on EESA website
- Company profile on EESA Sponsor page
- 1 8×10 in Sponsor Section
Build-Your-Own Sponsorship
- We have many individual marketing solutions for any business big or small. Fill out the Vendor Interest Form to help us better tailor a package just for you.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
NAME BADGES
Your name badge is your admission to all areas of the convention including workshops, keynotes, and the exhibit hall. Name badges must be worn at all times while at the EESA Convention. Name badges may not be shared or transferred. First and last names are required on all name badges.
PICK UP YOUR NAME BADGE(S) ON-SITE
For those register online by June 7, your name badges will be available for pick up on-site at the registration station. Look for the PRE-REGISTRATION sign. Name badges will be not be mailed.
Those who register at the door will be issued a handwritten name badge at on-site registration.
GRANDPARENTS
We value the importance of grandparents in the educational process and welcome grandparents at the EESA Convention! Grandparents are always free if they attend with their adult child who is registered for the Convention.
Grandparents who are educating one or more of their own children must register separately and pay the admission fee.
CHILDREN & TEENS
We love children and you are welcome to bring your child/children with you, if desired. This conference is geared for parent / teacher enrichment and learning, however, and space is limited in workshop rooms. We encourage you to make childcare arrangements, if possible.
Teens and children (age 3 and up) tickets are not available; however, the famly ticket (which is less than the price of an additional ticket) is available and covers all people who live under the same roof. (up to 6 people)
PARKING
Parking is free at the event. Entrance to the lot is on 51st Ave. between Thomas and Osborne. From the I-10, the location is on the right.
NAME BADGES
Your name badge is your admission to all areas of the convention including workshops, keynotes, and the exhibit hall. Name badges must be worn at all times while at the EESA Convention. Name badges may not be shared or transferred. First and last names are required on all name badges.
PICK UP YOUR NAME BADGE(S) ON-SITE
For those register online by June 7, your name badges will be available for pick up on-site at the registration station. Look for the PRE-REGISTRATION sign. Name badges will be not be mailed.
Those who register at the door will be issued a handwritten name badge at on-site registration.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
The EESA Convention is run almost entirely by volunteers. Volunteers are an integral part of the success of the annual EESA Convention hosted by AESA. Our volunteer workers help keep costs to a minimum while continuing to provide an excellent conference. We are thankful to each and every volunteer who helps to make this event a success!
Volunteers who serve 5 or more hours* during the convention can earn free admission. Those interested in volunteering will complete an online application. Once scheduled, you will receive a special registration link. *Married couples can split the hours, but must work a minimum of 6 hours.
The opportunity to volunteer is a benefit of membership. Current AESA Membership expiring August 1, 2019 or later is required.
PHOTOGRAPHY/VIDEO USAGE
Photographs or video taken at this event may be published on the AESA website, on AESA social media pages, or in other AESA publications. AESA does not provide compensation or royalties in conjunction with publication or use of these materials. Any photographs, video, or audio used by AESA from this event will be used with the purpose of celebrating and promoting special education in America.
CONTINUING EDUCATION FORMS
AESA will provide a Continuing Education form for foster parents, childcare workers, and others who need to accrue professional development hours. If you need a form, please ask at the registration counter. An AESA representative will sign the form and the attendee will write in the workshops he/she attended along with the presenters’ names. AESA does not have information about which sessions qualify for hours needed for the recipient.
REFUND/CANCELLATION POLICY
AESA Membership and Convention Registration are non-refundable and non-transferrable. If you are unable to attend this year’s AFHE Convention for some reason, please know that you are supporting a non-profit organization that serves the Arizona homeschool community all year long and we appreciate your support. Unredeemed registrations are considered a tax-deductible contribution to AFHE and, upon written request, we will provide a receipt for tax purposes.
Thank You, Sponsors!
We are grateful for the companies, colleges, and organizations that partner with us as sponsors at the AFHE Convention! Their presence and participation helps us to provide a quality event while keeping registration fees as affordable as possible for our attendees. Be sure to stop by their booths and visit their websites and thank them for their support of homeschooling in Arizona!
The following sponsors have signed up already. More to come!
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