NASC Sports Event SymposiumDEVOS PLACE CONVENTION CENTER

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APRIL 3-7, 2016

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with destinations cannot be guaranteed if not

registered by Friday, February 19, 2016.

24th Annual NASC Sports Event Symposium

The NASC Sports Event Symposium is the annual meeting for the only 501(c)3 non-profit association for the sports tourism industry and the most credible source for industry research and best practices. For nearly 25 years, the Symposium has been designed for sports tourism professionals by sports tourism professionals. Through a combination of industry-leadingeducational and business development opportunities, serious-minded professionals who attend the Symposium learn how to produce measurable ROI for their organization and advance their careers in the industry.

SYMPOSIUM STATS

•1,000serious-mindedsportstourismprofessionals attendtheNASCSymposium

•8.5hoursofNASCSportsMarketplace

•9hoursofeducation

•13hoursofnetworking

•9,500pre-scheduledbusinessappointments

To apply for a travel stipend, submit your registration no later than January 31, 2016.

Rights Holder Member - FREE / Non-Member - $100*

•Includesallconventionfunctions

•ExhibitboothinNASCSportsMarketplace(10’x10’ carpetedbooth,table,chairs,wastebasket,andIDsign)

•Additionalexhibitspaceisavailablefororganizations bringingmultiplerepresentatives.

•Appointmentswithdestinations(Oneappointmentwillbe scheduledpertimeslotforeachpersonattendingfrom yourorganization)

*If you are not an NASC Rights Holder member, please pay the non-member rate, and you will receive a one-year complimentary NASC Rights Holder membership in addition to your registration. For information about becoming a member, please contact the Membership Department atmembership@sportscommissions.org or 513.842.8509.

Each event owner attendee agrees to participate in their own separate pre-qualified appointments in the NASC Sports Marketplace.

Register Now! www.SportsCommissions.org/Symposium • 513.281.3888 • info@SportsCommissions.org

Destinations-Sportscommissions,chambersofcommerce,destinationmarketingorganizations(DMOs),facilities/venues,parksandrecreationdepartments,andotherorganizationsthathostsportsevents.

Event Owners-Sportsorganizationsandassociations,nationalgoverningbodies(NGBs),andothercompaniesthatbidoutandawardsportseventstowhichtheyowntherights.

Vendors-Hotelbrands,publications,housingservices,insurancecompanies,consultingfirms,universities,thirdparties,etc.thatprovideproducts/servicestotheindustry.

WHO ATTENDS

WHO EXHIBITS

Event Owner Registration Rateswww.SportsCommissions.org

SYMPOSIUM STATS

2016 SCHEDULESubjecttochange.*Additionalfeesapply.

Host HotelsTravel stipends are available for qualifying organizations who apply by December 31, 2015. Restrictions apply. Amway Grand Plaza HotelRoom Rate: $135 (single or double) $151 (triple or quad)

JW MarriottRoom Rate: $135 (single or double)

TransportationGerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)Air service at Gerald R. Ford International Airport is provided by six airlines serving 22 major market destinations with nonstop flights.

Discount available when booking on Delta (offer code: NMM98) or United (offer code: ZVGN287984).

Ground Transportation - TaxisMetro Cab (616-827-6500) offers traditional taxicab and luxury sedan service at the curbside.

Taxi fare to downtown Grand Rapids is approximately $32 (U.S.). Luxury sedan service to downtown Grand Rapids is approximately $37 (U.S.).

View complete details at SportsCommissions.org/Symposium/Hotel-Travel.

April 3-7, 2016 Grand Rapids, MI

Monday, April 47:00a.m.–7:00p.m. Registration7:00a.m.–10:00a.m. NASCSportsLegacyFundCommunityServiceProject11:00a.m.–8:00p.m. ExhibitorSet-Up12:00p.m.–4:00p.m. CSEE*7:00p.m.–8:30p.m. NewMemberandFirstTimeAttendeeNetworkingReception8:30p.m.–11:00p.m. BasketballChampionshipViewingParty

Tuesday, April 56:00a.m.–7:00a.m. RiseandShineYoga* LappingtheLandmarks5KGuidedRun/WalkTour*7:00a.m.–7:00p.m. Registration8:00a.m.–10:00a.m. Breakfast&Breakouts10:00a.m.–Noon NASCSportsMarketplace12:15p.m.–2:15p.m. OpeningGeneralSessionLuncheon2:45p.m.–3:15p.m. EducationSessions3:15p.m.–3:45p.m. EducationSessions4:00p.m.–6:00p.m. NASCSportsMarketplace5:30p.m.–6:30p.m. HappyHourintheNASCSportsMarketplace7:00p.m.–11:00p.m. OpeningPartyatVanAndelArena

Wednesday, April 66:00a.m.–7:00a.m. RiseandShineYoga* LappingtheLandmarks5KGuidedRun/WalkTour*7:00a.m.–7:00p.m. Registration8:00a.m.–9:30a.m. NASCBusinessMeetingBreakfast9:45a.m.–11:45a.m. NASCSportsMarketplaceNoon–1:30p.m. KeynoteLuncheon1:45p.m.–2:30p.m. EducationSessions2:45p.m.–3:30p.m. EducationSessions3:45p.m.–5:15p.m. NASCSportsMarketplace4:45p.m.–5:45p.m. HappyHourintheNASCSportsMarketplaceandSports LegacyRaffle/Auction

Thursday, April 76:00a.m.–7:00a.m. RiseandShineYoga* LappingtheLandmarks5KGuidedRun/WalkTour*7:00a.m.–12:00p.m. Registration8:00a.m.–8:45a.m. NASCBoardofDirectorsMeeting8:00a.m.–9:00a.m. Grab-n-goBreakfastintheNASCSportsMarketplace9:00a.m.-11:00a.m. NASCSportsMarketplaceAppointments11:30a.m.–1:00p.m. ClosingGeneralSessionLuncheonAfternoonGrandRapidsVenueTours*

24th Annual NASC Sports Event Symposium April 3-7, 2016 Grand Rapids, MI

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