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ABOUT NABJ

ABOUT NABJ

ABOUT NABJ



In 2012, The National Association of Black Journalists will gather in New Orleansfor the 37th Annual Convention and Career Expo. Thousands of journalists, mediaexecutives, public relations professionals, and students are expected to attend tonetwork, participate in professional development sessions and celebrate excellence

in journalism.

The National Association of Black Journalists will host an array of special events duringthe convention. Sponsor opportunities are available by reaching out to ExecutiveAssistant, Natalia Prakash, at [email protected], or 301-405-6472.

2012 NABJ CONVENTION &

CAREER FAIR

June 20-24, 2012

Hilton New Orleans RiversideTwo Poydras StreetNew Orleans, LA



SPONSOR

OPPORTUNITIES

2012 NABJ SPONSORS & ADVERTISERS PLANNING GUIDE

37TH ANNUAL NABJ CONVENTION AND CAREER FAIRNEW ORLEANS, LA • JUNE 20-24, 2012

PLATINUM LEVEL ($150,000+) – Companies sponsoring at the Platinum Level receive the following benefits:

As a non-profit professional and educational organization, the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) greatly appreciates

corporate and foundation support for its goals, programs and activities. Acceptance by NABJ of any financial or in-kind contribution

from sponsors or funders does not constitute an endorsement of their policies, products or services. There should be no expectation

on the part of sponsors or funders for any special treatment in news coverage.

Convention elements that need financial support are described on pages 5-10. The benefits outlined below apply to those convention

elements.

GOLD LEVEL ($50,000-$74,999) – Companies sponsoring at the Gold Level receive the following benefits:

DIAMOND LEVEL ($75,000-$149,999) – Companies sponsoring at the Diamond Level receive the following benefits:

SILVER LEVEL ($25,000-$49,999) – Companies sponsoring at the Silver Level receive the following benefits:

BRONZE LEVEL ($10,000-$24,999) – Companies sponsoring at the Bronze Level receive the following benefits:

PATRON LEVEL ($5,000-$9,999) – Companies sponsoring at the Patron Level receive the following benefits:

FRIEND LEVEL ($3,999 or less) – Companies sponsoring at the Friend Level receive the following benefits:

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NABJ Learning Labs

NABJ Learning Laboratories are produced by the NABJ Media

Institute and will be held on Wednesday, June 20th, prior to

the opening reception. These intense, skills-based sessions run

either half day or full day and provide in-depth professional

development training from leading experts on a specific topic.

Sponsorship includes continental breakfast, signage, workshop

development, speakers and benefits for Silver Level sponsors

(page 4).


Learning Lab topics may include, among others:

• Multimedia Training

• Newsroom Management

• Entrepreneurship

• Media Ownership

• Audio Storytelling

• Design

• Social Media

• Health/Medical Reporting

• Energy and Environmental Issues

• Public Relations

Professional Development Breakfasts

On Thursday, June 21, and Friday, June 22, attendees begin their

day at breakfast, engaged in stimulating dialogue on cutting-

edge topics with experts in a wide-range of fields. Sponsorship

includes breakfast (menu selected by NABJ), input on session

topics and speakers, introduction of the NABJ member serving

as moderator, and benefits for Silver Level sponsors (page 4).


Topics include, among others:

• Finance

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Professional Development

“Lunch & Learn” Sessions

On Thursday, June 21, and Friday, June 22, attendees interact

with experts on a wide range of topics. Sponsorship includes

lunch (menu selected by NABJ), input on session topics

and speakers, introduction of the NABJ member serving as

moderator, and benefits for Silver Level sponsors (page 4).


Plenary Sessions

These high-profile sessions feature a keynote speaker or a panel

discussion with newsmakers on hot topics in the media industry

and/or the African American community. The plenary sessions

are extremely popular. No other programming is scheduledduring the plenary session time slot. Sponsorship benefits

include the opportunity to make brief opening remarks and the

Gold Level benefits outlined on page 4 of this guide.


Workshop Sessions

Workshops are the core of NABJ convention professional

development programming. These sessions make up the bulk

of the convention and equip NABJ members with the skills and

tools they need to remain in the vanguard of the profession.


The Executive Suite:Professional Development for Managers

This exclusive series of workshops, led by news executives, helps

aspiring middle managers gain a better sense of what it takes to

be an executive editor, a publisher, a news director or a general

manager. Attendees gain a better understanding of the skills,

relationships and performance results it takes to land those jobs

and keep them. From managing people to making the most of

other resources, the Executive Suite teaches concrete steps to

move up the career ladder.


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SPECIAL EVENTS

Salute to Excellence Awards Gala

The annual Salute to Excellence Awards Gala is an NABJ sig-

nature event that highlights work by media organizations and

professionals involved in print, broadcast, and digital journalism.

More than 50 award winners are selected, and this annual gala

also recognizes NABJ’s Journalist of the Year, Emerging Jour-

nalist and Lifetime Achievement honorees.

Sponsor: $100,000

Primary Co-Sponsor: $20,000

Welcome Reception

This reception kicks off the convention, and leaves an indelible

impression on attendees. Primary co-sponsorship includes the

opportunity to make brief opening remarks and benefits for

Bronze Level sponsors (page 4).

Primary Co-Sponsors: $40,000

Co-Sponsors: $20,000

NABJ Gospel Brunch

An NABJ tradition, the Gospel Brunch is one of the convention

highlights. Attendees flock to this uplifting experience to feast

on a brunch buffet and enjoy inspirational entertainment from

leading recording artists. Past brunches have featured Don-

nie McClurkin, Cece Winans, Richard Smallwood, Karen Clark

Sheard, Vanessa Bell Armstrong and Tramaine Hawkins.

Sponsor: $75,000

Primary Co-Sponsor: $10,000

W.E.B. DuBois Lecture

This popular lecture series features distinguished political

figures, educators and thought-leaders hosting a dialogue with

convention attendees. Sponsorship benefits include the op-

portunity to make brief opening remarks and and benefits for

Bronze Level sponsors (page 4).


Media Receptions

Sponsorship includes reception space, recognition on the official

convention schedule of events, company signage and benefits

for Patron Level sponsors (page 4).

Sponsorship: $5,000

(Plus, sponsor is responsible for providing food and beverages,

audio visual equipment and decorations).

Sports Pioneer Awards Ceremony

The NABJ Sports Task Force recognizes pioneering African-

American sports figures with ties to the convention host city.

Past honorees include Tony Dungy, Joe Frazier, Don King, Dave

Winfield, Bill Russell, and Dominique Wilkins.

Sponsor: $70,000

Co-sponsorships: $20,000


President’s Reception

Join NABJ President Gregory Lee, the NABJ Board of Directors,

prominent journalists from around the world, NABJ sponsors

and special guests at this exclusive, by-invitation-only, event.

Primary co-sponsorship benefits include the opportunity to

make brief opening remarks and benefits for Silver Level spon-

sors (page 4)..

Sponsor : $50,000

Co-sponsors: $10,000

Day of Service

The first annual Day of Service will launch at the 2012 conven-

tion. NABJ members will participate in, and provide media

coverage for, community service events to benefit New Orleans

residents.


Award Inscriptions

Celebrate and honor black journalists for their excellence by

sponsoring the production of over 75 awards. The Salute to

Excellence National Media Awards and Special Honors Awards

are presented each year to recognize the outstanding work of

journalists and media professionals.


CELEBRATE WITH NABJ

NABJ Sports Task Force Jam

The annual, premiere party with a purpose – support the

scholarship fund and come see why EVERYONE talks about the

serious fun had with star athletes, entertainers and NABJ’s own

celebrities. You never know who may show up.

Primary co-sponsorship: $20,000



NABJ New Orleans Chapter Jam

New Orleans is the party capital of the nation. Let the NABJ

New Orleans Chapter show you why.

Primary co-sponsorship: $20,000


2013 NABJ CONVENTION Kickoff

Let’s get ready for Orlando! Come and celebrate with NABJ

with great food, music and company,

Sponsor: $35,000







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HEALTHY NABJ“Healthy NABJ,” launched in 2009, has evolved into a key component of NABJ’s annual convention. The “Healthy NABJ”programming track at the annual NABJ convention provides information to help NABJ members make wise health choices for

themselves while improving the quality of critical information they disseminate to their broader audiences in a nation struggling

with a plethora of health issues. The Healthy NABJ booths in the exhibit hall provide an opportunity for journalists to interact with,

and receive information from, health leaders in the pubic and private sectors. Health screenings are also offered in several booths.

Sponsorship Opportunities for Healthy NABJ:

• Healthy NABJ Professional Development Breakfasts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35,000

• Healthy NABJ Pavilion Naming Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25,000

• Healthy NABJ Lounge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15,000

• Healthy NABJ Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10,000

• Healthy NABJ Snack Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5,000(Sponsors are responsible for providing food/snacks)

• Healthy NABJ Pavilion Booths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $900-$2,000

The NABJ Media Institute offers quality webinars and hands on professional development sessions, entrepreneurial guidance andtechnical training for journalists, public relations professionals, and students at national and regional conferences held throughout

the country. Many of the events that examine cutting-edge topics impacting African American communities are also open to the

public.

The Media Institute also teaches, compiles, disseminates and chronicles information about African Americans in the field of

journalism, and acts as a clearinghouse for information to entities interested in the media and establishing a connection with black

journalists and public relation professionals.

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Complete this form and fax to NABJ Marketing Department, (301) 405-0248.

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Embed all fonts. Include crop marks.

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Submit your ad via email. Please send color proof when possible

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1100 Knight Hall, Suite 3100 • College Park, MD 20742

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You may not realize it, but you hear from us everyday: in your newspapers and magazines; on television and on the radio; in public

relations; and marketing and advertising campaigns.

We’re editors, writers, producers, photographers, reporters, communications specialists, news anchors, columnists, journalism

students, journalism educators and more.

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RULES AND REGULATIONS

National Association of Black Journalists hereinafter referred to as “NABJ” is the sponsor of the 37th Annual Convention & Career Fair.

1.) PAYMENT. Contract will not be processed or space assigned without the required payment.

2.) CANCELLATION OF CONTRACT. Exhibitors may cancel their exhibit space, by sending a written notice of cancellation by May 15, 2012. Additionally, NABJ will charge a $200cancellation fee, even if the canceled space is subsequently resold. Complimentary registration passes will be invalid.

3.) COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS. If an exhibitor fails to abide by the regulations of the convention as set forth, then the contract between NABJ and the exhibitor will beterminated. The exposition regulations constitute a portion of the contract between NABJ and the exhibitor. Therefore, any failure on the part of the exhibitor to comply with theregulations represents a default on, and termination of the contract. Should the contract be terminated in this manner, the exhibitor shall forfeit the amount paid for space rental,regardless of whether or not NABJ enters into a further lease of the space involved. Interpretation and application of the regulations are within the sole discretion of NABJ anddecisions of NABJ are final.

4.) MAINTENANCE OF EXHIBITOR SENIORITY. Participation in the 2012 show is considered to be exclusive of any other NABJ related events and therefore will not affect senioritystatus for other events.

5.) ELIGIBLE EXHIBITS. NABJ reserves the right to determine eligibility of any company or product to participate in the exposition. NABJ can refuse rental of exhibit space to anycompany whose display of goods or services is not, in the opinion of NABJ, compatible with the educational charter and objectives of the exposition or is otherwise inappropriate.

6.) ALLOCATION OF SPACE. Whenever possible, space assignments will be made by NABJ in keeping with the preference specified by the exhibitor. NABJ, however, reserves the rightto make the final determination of all space assignments in the best interest of the exposition.

7.) SUBLETTING OF EXHIBIT SPACE. Exhibitors may not assign, sublet or share their exhibit space with another business or firm unless approval has been obtained in writingfrom NABJ. Exhibitors must show goods manufactured or dealt in by them in the regular course of business. Should an article of a non-exhibiting firm be required for operation ordemonstration in an exhibitor’s display, identification of such article shall be limited to the usual and regular nameplates, imprint or trademark under which same is sold in the generalcourse of business.

8.) LIABILITY. NABJ, its members, the representatives and employees thereof will not be responsible for any injury, loss or damage that may occur to the exhibitor, exhibitor’semployees, agents, contractors or property from any cause whatsoever, or which may be sustained by any person who may be on the premises leased to the exhibitor or watching,observing or participating in any demonstration or exhibit of the exhibitor, unless such injury, loss or damage is caused by the sole gross negligence or willful misconduct of NABJ.Exhibitor and exhibitor’s contractors and its insurers will not subrogate against NABJ for theft of, loss of or damage to exhibitor’s or exhibitor’s contractors’ property while in transit towithin, and in transit from the confines of the hall.

The exhibitor and exhibitor’s contractors shall defend, indemnify and hold NABJ, its officers, members, agents and employees, harmless against any and all claims, lawsuits, judgments,costs, and expenses (including attorney’s fees) for injury (including death), property damage or other harm for which recovery of damage is sought that may arise out of or beoccasioned by exhibitor’s performance of the contract, breach of any of the terms or provisions of the contract, or by any other act or omission of exhibitor, its officers, agents,employees, or subcontractors, in the performance of this contract; except that the indemnity provided for in this paragraph shall not apply to any liability resulting from the sole grossnegligence of NABJ, itsofficers, members, agents or employees.

9.) INSURANCE. The exhibitor and exhibitor’s contractors shall, at their sole cost and expense, procure and maintain through the term of this contract the following insurance: a.Commercial General Liability Insurance against claims for bodily injury or death, property damage as well as personal and advertising injury occurring in or upon or resulting from thepremises leased. Such insurance shall include contractual liability and products liability coverage, with combined single limits of liability of not less than combined total of $1,000,000per occurrence.

b. Workers Compensation insurance as required by statutory law and Employers Liability with limits not less than: Bodily in jury by accident – $100,000 each accident Bodily injury bydisease – $100,000 each employee Bodily injury by disease – $500,000 policy limit c. Commercial Auto Liability Insurance-limits of liability not less than $1,000,000 combined singlelimit. Coverage for all required lines must be placed through a licensed carrier authorized to conduct business in the State in which the convention is being held. All carriers providingcoverage must have an A.M. Best Rating of not less than A-, VII.

Exhibitor shall obtain and furnish to NABJ upon request a certificate of insurance evidencing the required coverage to NABJ and its agents, employees, assigns and successors asadditional insureds to such coverage to be stated as primary without contribution from any other source. If the exhibitor uses a nonofficial contractor, it too must comply with theabove coverage provisions. All property of the exhibitor and the exhibitor’s contractors is understood to remain under its custody and control in transit to, within, and in transit fromthe confines of the hall.

10.) DISABILITY PROVISIONS. Exhibitor shall have sole responsibility for ensuring that their exhibit is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and any regulationsimplemented by that Act. 11.) DAMAGE TO PROPERTY. The exhibitor is liable for any damage caused to bu ilding floors, walls or columns, or to standard booth equipment, or toanother exhibitor’s property or the Hilton New Orleans Riverside.

12.) LABOR. Exhibitors are required to observe all contracts in effect between service contractors and labor organizations.

13.) CONFLICTING EVENTS DURING SHOW HOURS. The exhibitors agrees not to extend invitations, call meetings, hospitality events or otherwise encourage the absence of industryprofessionals from the exhibit hall and meeting rooms during the hours of all education and show activities. All requests for meeting rooms, hotel suites and special function roomsmust be approved by NABJ. If an exhibitor cancels exhibit space, the opportunity to use any approved meeting rooms, hotel suites or special function rooms will be invalid.

14.) INSTALLATION. The start time for installation of exhibits is 9:00 AM, Wednesday, June 20, 2012. No exhibits should arrive at the exhibit location earlier than this date. Exhibit

displays must be fully set up and ready by 5:00 PM on Wednesday, June 20, 2012. After that time, any unattended booths will be set up at the discretion of NABJ and all expenses willbe charged to the exhibitor. In the best interest of the exposition, NABJ reserves the right to re-assign any un-set exhibit space after 5:00 PM on Wednesday, June 20, 2012.

15.) EXPOSITION GUIDELINES. The guidelines have been adopted to ensure that each exhibitor can effectively use the assigned space without infringing on the rights of neighboringexhibits. No exhibits will be permitted which interfere with the use of other exhibits or impede access to them or impede the free use of the aisle. Booth personnel, includingdemonstrators, hostesses and models, are required to confine their activities within the exhibitor’s booth space. Apart from the specific display space for which an exhibiting companyhas contracted with NABJ, no part of the exhibit location and its grounds or public property may be used by any organization other than NABJ for display purposes.

a. Sound. Sound systems will be permitted if tuned to a conversational level and if not objectionable to neighboring exhibitors.

b. Lighting. NABJ reserves the right to restrict the use of glaring lights or objectionable light effects. The use of flashing electric signs or lights is not permitted.

c. Attire. Representatives should be conservatively attired to maintain the professional and business-like climate of the show.

16.) ADMITTANCE DURING NON-SHOW HOURS. Booth personnel will not be permitted to enter the exhibit floor earlier than 8:00 AM on a scheduled show day, except on openingday, June 20, 2012, where they can access the exhibit floor at 7:00 AM, and other personnel will not be permitted to remain on the exhibit floor after closing hour each evening, withthe exception of Saturday, June 23, 2012. Exhib itors that require additional time must obtain permission in writing from show management prior to the show day.

17.) DISMANTLING. Exhibitor’s displays must not be dismantled or packed in preparation for removal prior to the official closing time of 12:00 noon, Saturday, June 23, 2012. Everyexhibit must be fully staffed and operational during the entire show. The deadline for the dismantling and removal of displays will be 12:59 PM, Saturday, June 23, 2012. At this time, allexhibit displays or materials left in the booths without instructions will be packed and shipped at the discretion of NABJ and all charges will be applied to the exhibitor.

18.) BADGES. Official show badges will be required for entry into the exhibit hall at all times. Badges are not transferable and those worn by other than the person to whom the badgeis issued will be confiscated. Business cards are not to be used in badge holders. Exhibitors will be granted an allotment of one (1) full convention registration per contracted exhibitspace. Registration needed in excess of this allotment must be purchased at the published rate.

19.) FEDERAL COPYRIGHT RESTRICTIONS. Exhibitor agrees to assume full responsibility with the federal copyright restrictions applicable to exhibitors, including but not limited to,any music performance agreement between NABJ and exhibitors for meeting, conventions, trade show and expositions. Exhibitor further represents and warrants that it shall obtainany additional license or grant of authority required of exhibitors under the copyright laws and be prepared to present NABJ, with a copy of such license or grant no less the (30) daysprior to the start of the exposition.

20.) ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS. Each exhibitor is charged with knowledge of all ordinances, regulations, and fire laws pertaining to health, fire prevention and public safetywhile participating in this exposition. Compliance with such laws is mandatory for all exhibitors and the sole responsibility is that of the exhibitor.

21.) EQUIPMENT POSITION WITHIN BOOTH. To ensure the safety of all show participants, all machinery and equipment shall be positioned so that no portion is closer than 12 inchesfrom the aisle. 22.) RELOCATION OF EXHIBITS. NABJ reserves the right to alter the location of exhibit spaces, at its sole discretion, in the best interest of the exposition.

23.) PHOTOGRAPHY AND SKETCHING. Cameras may be carried in the exhibit area, but under no circumstances may photographs be taken without expressed authority of theexhibitor concerned in each case. Sketching or drawing machinery or products on display is prohibited.

24.) EXPO DEADLINES. Exhibitor agrees to adhere to all published deadlines related to the production and promotion of the NABJ Career Fair and Exhibits.

25.) FAILURE TO HOLD SHOW. Should the exposition be cancelled, postponed or abandoned, the limit of claim for damages and/or compensation by the exhibitor shall forfeit theamount already paid for the space for the specific event. Should the exposition be curtailed or abandoned in part, the limit of claim for damages and/or compensation by the exhibitorshall be that return of the prorated amount the exhibitor already paid for space for the canceled portion of this specific event. However, exhibitors will not be reimbursed if theexposition is canceled, postponed, curtailed or abandoned due to an act of war, act or threatened act of terrorism, insurrection or radioactive contamination.

26.) AMENDMENT OF RULES. NABJ reserves the right to make changes, amendments and additions to these rules at any time, and all changes, amendments and additions so madeshall be binding on the exhibitor with the provision that all exhibitors will be advised of any such changes. Any matters not specifically covered herein are subject to decision by NABJ.



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