SPONSOR / EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES
AT OUR

5th ANNIVERSARY
  CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION

for the Event Planning Industry

PRESENTED BY  GREATER MIAMI FESTIVALS & EVENTS ASSOCIATION 

History: The Greater Miami Festivals & Events Association (GMFEA) is a not-for-profit corporation representing the broad spectrum of South Florida’s multi-ethnic community. GMFEA is celebrating its 32nd anniversary of supporting its member organizations in maintaining a commitment to producing excellent public celebrations while championing this community’s cultural diversity. Currently, the Association’s membership totals more than 100 festivals and special events groups, public agencies, institutions, and area businesses, with an aggregate annual attendance at their events in excess of 3.5 million.

When: GMFEA’s “Award Winning Events”  conference will take place Wednesday, June 21st, 2017 and it is anticipated that more than 200 of the community’s premier event planners and industry professionals will attend.

Where: The conference will take place at the Milander Center for Arts and Entertainment 4800 Palm Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012

Facts: The 2016 Conference
• More than 150 of the areas best event professionals attended.
• Showcased diverse and talented local performers including magicians, jugglers, comedians, dancers, rock/country bands and street performers.
• Speakers and panelists included prominent national event industry leaders.
• 100% of last year’s attendees rated the conference as good or excellent and said they are likely to attend again this year.

    

 

"The GMFEA Conference provides an important 
platform of education, sharing of ideas, and local
vendor sourcing to the vibrant South Florida
Festival and Event Industry."

Lanie Shapiro Touch Poll - South Florida

 

 

 

Exhibitor/Vendor $225

• One year of membership for organization
• Conference admission for one individual
• 8’ x 8’ booth, including pipe and drape, table, and chair
• Booth signage 
• Listing in event program
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Director Sponsorship  $325

• One year of membership for organization
• Conference admission for TWO individuals
• 8' x 8’ booth, including pipe and drape, table, and chair
• Booth signage 
• Highlighted listing in event program
• On-site recognition throughout the event
• Sponsor ribbons on badges of each pre-registered representative
• Tiered placement of company name or logo recognition in select event print materials
• Opportunity to insert items in conference swag bag
• Recognition on GMFEA website and social media

Associate Producer Sponsorship   $500

• All benefits at Director’s Level
• Opportunity to invite ONE additional client/colleague
• Prominent signage recognition as an Associate Producer sponsor
• Quarter-page ad in the event program
• Recognition at podium by MC
• One year listing on GMFEA website with hyperlink to website

Producer Sponsorship   $1,000

• All benefits at Director’s Level
• Opportunity to invite TWO additional client/colleague
• Prominent signage recognition as an Producer sponsor
• Half-page ad in the event program
• Recognition at podium by MC
• One year listing on GMFEA website with hyperlink to website
• One custom complimentary e-blast to the GMFEA database of more than 2000
• Sponsor Recognition at other GMFEA events throughout the year

Executive Producer Sponsorship   $2,000

• All benefits at Director’s Level
• Opportunity to invite FOUR additional clients/colleagues
• Prominent signage recognition as an Executive Producer sponsor
• Full-page ad in the event program
• Recognition at podium by MC
• One year listing on GMFEA website with hyperlink to website
• One custom complimentary e-blast to the GMFEA database of more than 2000
• Sponsor Recognition at other GMFEA events throughout the year
• Opportunity for company representative to make brief remarks

Other customized opportunities available. We look forward to customizing a package to best fit your needs and provide your business with maximum exposure

Electricity available note(1) on registration.
Booth includes 8 ft. tall back wall, 3 ft. side panels. (1) 6 ft. skirted table with two chairs, waste basket, one electrical outlet if requested. Load in of exhibitor's materials must be done through the loading dock in rear of building.

If you, your colleagues or friends would like to simply attend the event you may purchase a ticket here:


Need a hotel room? Book through our host hotel : 

Shula’s Hotel & Golf Club
6842 Main Street, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
http://www.donshulahotel.com/ 

To take advantage of our GMFEA DISCOUNTED RATE OF $125 per night BOOK HERE:


  

“ The GMFEA Conference is a great tool for finding trustworthy vendors for my festival.” 

Amanda MacMaster - Miami Design Preservation League

 

Contact

Roberta DiPietro 
Greater Miami Festivals & Events Association 
305-651-9404 
info@festivalsmiami.com 
www.gmfea.org
#GMFEA2017
@GMFEA_Miami
www.facebook.com/GMFEA 

See you June 21st!