SEDONA, ARIZONA

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NASPD 2018

Exhibitor & Sponsor Brochure

AZStateParks.com/naspd

September 4-7 Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock

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Arizona State Parks and Trails is celebrating 60 years of world-class

recreation in 35 beautiful parks across the state. Last year, more than 3 million people visited our parks from around the world, contributing more than $300 million in economic impact to our rural communities. The 2018 NASPD conference will highlight parks in our Northern Region, from the rolling hills of Camp Verde to the spectacular Red Rocks of Sedona and along the trails, deserts and forests that make Arizona one of the best places to live, work and play in the US.

Just a few of the parks we’ll visit are highlighted in “Sedona Red” at the inset on the right. Thank you for your interest in joining us to promote your products and services in our amazing state!

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National Association of State Park Directors P.O. Box 91567 Raleigh, NC 27675 (919) 218-­9222 info@stateparks.org

www.stateparks.org

Promoting and advancing the state park systems of America for their own significance, as well as for their important contributions to the nation's environment, heritage, health and economy.

September 1, 2017 Dear Vendors and Sponsors: For more than 50 years, the National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) and their partners have gathered in states across the nation to share experiences and discuss lessons learned. This conference provides a great opportunity for your company to have contact with all 50 state parks directors and their staff, as well as representatives from federal agencies, and the Canadian provincial park systems. Every year hundreds of millions of people visit state parks across the nation, improving the overall health of the communities in which they serve, as well as the local and state economies. Time spent in the outdoors improves our understanding of natural and cultural resources, and helps foster a sense of stewardship of our natural environment. The continued support by sponsors and the vendor community of state park missions and operations is vital to our success and ability to provide quality experiences that create lifelong memories for visitor to America’s State Parks. In September 2018, please consider joining us at the NASPD annual conference in the Sedona Verde Valley of North Central Arizona. The Arizona park staff has selected this area of stunning and spectacular beauty and majestic red rock formation, and the Hilton Sedona Resort at Red Rock is a premium venue for vendors, sponsors and attendees. The exhibit area is ideal for you to display products, information on services, and create conversations. As in the past, breakfast and refreshments will be served close by to maximize exposure of your products and ideas. There will be a number of opportunities to sponsor events;; including meals, tours and more that will provide increased the exposure for your company or organization. The welcome that NASPD provides its vendors and exhibitors to participate in the many functions of this national conference – from direct participation on the agenda to the tours, meals and other hospitality events – is unmatched. Whether this is your company’s 1st or 20th year as a vendor or sponsor of the annual NASPD conference we extend our appreciation. There’s no doubt you will enjoy your time in the Sedona Splendor! Sincerely, Lewis Ledford

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Lewis Ledford NORTH CAROLINA

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Domenic Bravo WYOMING

Vice President Linda Lanterman

KANSAS

Secretary-­Treasurer Dan Bortner INDIANA

Past President Priscilla Geigis MASSACHUSETTS

Erika Rivers MINNESOTA

Eric Johnson NEVADA

Phil Bryce

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Brent Leisure TEXAS

Craig Seaver VIRGINIA

Don Hoch WASHINGTON

Let me be the first to introduce you to the breathtaking beauty of Arizona and to thank you for your interest of attending the 2018 National Association of State Park Directors Conference in Sedona. Arizona State Parks and Trails exemplify world-class recreation experiences and their work to bring North American Park professionals to our state embodies the spirit of Arizona. We welcome you all to experience the adventures that our stunning parks offer and hope that your participation in this event will expand your opportunities to work with park systems across America.

Governor Doug Ducey

September 1, 2017

Dear Vendors and Sponsors:

For more than 50 years, the National Association of State Park Directors (NASPD) and their partners have gathered in states across the nation to share experiences and discuss lessons learned. This conference provides a great opportunity for your company to have contact with all 50 state parks directors and their staff, as well as representatives from federal agencies, and the Canadian provincial park systems.

Every year hundreds of millions of people visit state parks across the nation, improving the overall health of the communities in which they serve, as well as the local and state economies. Time spent in the outdoors improves our understanding of natural and cultural resources, and helps foster a sense of stewardship of our natural environment. The continued support by sponsors and the vendor community of state park missions and operations is vital to our success and ability to provide quality experiences that create lifelong memories for visitor to America’s State Parks.

In September 2018, please consider joining us at the NASPD annual conference in the Sedona Verde Valley of North Central Arizona. The Arizona park staff has selected this area of stunning and spectacular beauty and majestic red rock formation, and the Hilton Sedona Resort at Red Rock is a premium venue for vendors, sponsors and attendees. The exhibit area is ideal for you to display products, information on services, and create conversations. As in the past, breakfast and refreshments will be served close by to maximize exposure of your products and ideas. There will be a number of opportunities to sponsor events; including meals, tours and more that will provide increased the exposure for your company or organization.

The welcome that NASPD provides its vendors and exhibitors to participate in the many functions of this national conference – from direct participation on the agenda to the tours, meals and other hospitality events – is unmatched. Whether this is your company’s 1st or 20th year as a vendor or sponsor of the annual NASPD conference we extend our appreciation. There’s no doubt you will enjoy your time in the Sedona Splendor!

Sincerely,

Lewis Ledford

Lodging/Transportation/Registration

LodgingHilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock is set amidst the spectacular beauty of the magnificent red rock formations surrounding Sedona, AZ and is located just 90-minutes north of Phoenix, AZ with the Grand Canyon two and a half hours away. Set against world-famous Red Rocks, you’re just minutes from shopping, dining, hiking, mountain bike trails and over 40 art galleries. Following a multi-million dollar renovation, our hotel boasts refreshed suites and a reimagined lobby, designed with locally-inspired elements that capture the essence of Sedona. Our facilities include a large outdoor pool, spa, sauna, steam room, fitness center, golf course and more.

We offer:• Private balcony or patio in all rooms & suites• eforea: spa by Hilton with sauna and steam

room• Heated outdoor lap pool and fitness center• Flexible meeting space including two

ballrooms• On-site 18-hole championship golf course

Local Attractions:• Tlaquepaque crafts village• Pink Jeep Tours• Bell Rock• Montezuma Castle

Need a Vacation?If you would like to arrive early or leave later, contact us for lodging options in Phoenix, Sedona or Tempe area.

TransportationConference staff will provide transportation to and from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. Overnight guests arriving early, that are not registered at the Hilton Sedona Bell Rock Resort will need to make their own arrangement for commuting to the conference.

Transportation from Sedona, back to Phoenix/Tempe area will be provided on day 5 (9/8/18).

RegistrationAll exhibitors must be registered for the conference to attend meals and functions. You will be notified when the full list of events and activities is available.

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Premier Sponsor Opportunities-Custom

Welcome Reception Tuesday evening - Hilton Sedona

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Breakfast Sponsor (3 available at Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock) Wednesday Thursday Friday

Snack Break Sponsor Wednesday Thursday Friday

Lunch Sponsor Wednesday Thursday

Evening Networking - Sedona Hilton Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Premier Sponsor Opportunities-Custom

Offsite Dinner Wednesday at Slide Rock State Park

Awards Dinner Thursday at Red Rock State Park

Transportation Sponsor Mon. - Airport to Sedona Wed. - Drive to Slide Rock SP Thurs. - Drive to Red Rock SP Fri. - Management Experience - Sedona to Phoenix

Outdoor Activity Sponsor Horseback Ride Jeep Tour Hiking - Granite Mountain Golf Outing ATV Experience Kayaking Jerome SHP Tour Helicopter Tour

Welcome Bag Sponsor Great Promotional Value! Filled with great swag.Conference Mobile App Sponsor Fantastic Exposure! Keep track of everything.Conference Lanyard Sponsor Your company name on up to 300 attendee badges!Conference Program Sponsor Fantastic Exposure! 300 high-quality conference publications

Why become an Exhibitor or Sponsor?• Several days of exclusive access to North America’s park directors

• International business exposure • One-on-one time with key decision makers• Participation in all conference activities • High exposure for your message

• Shared insight on common goals • Access to current market trends impacting the parks industry

MORE INFORMATIONBecome a valued sponsor or

exhibitor today! Contact a conference representative

at (602) 542-4174 or naspd@azstateparks.gov.

I’m interested in... Platinum Partner Gold Partner Silver Partner Standard Exhibitor Friends of NASPD

Breakfast Snack Lunch Hospitality Platinum Partner Welcome Reception Off-Site Dinner Awards Dinner

Beverage Tasting Transportation Outdoor Activity Welcome Bag Mobile APP Lanyard Program

Your Notes Here Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities

The Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock will be home to the conference and all exhibitors.

Platinum PartnerBenefits:• Multiple Conference registrations• Large company logo on conference program/website/APP• Prominent Exhibitor space / In-Park Display• Exclusive access to decision makers• Database of attendees mailing addresses

Gold PartnerBenefits:• Multiple Conference registrations • Medium company logo on conference program/website/APP• Access to decision makers• Preferred Exhibitor space• Database of attendees mailing addresses

Silver PartnerBenefits:• Multiple Conference registrations• Small company logo on conference program/website/APP• Standard Exhibitor space• Database of attendees mailing addresses

Standard ExhibitorIncludes:• Cocktail Table Display• Company name listed in conference program/website/APP• Two chairs• Electrical• Wi-Fi access (hotel only)• Two full conference registrations• Access to Reverse Trade Show

Friends of NASPDBenefits:• Company name listed in conference program/website/APP

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