Reach Minnesota's Nonprofit Sector

ANNUAL CONFERENCE EXHIBITING AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

2008 Annual Conference 

About the Conference: MCN’s Annual Conference is the largest gathering of nonprofits in Minnesota. This year, hundreds of nonprofit leaders will converge in St. Paul for the two-day conference filled with skill-building sessions, thought-provoking plenaries, networking and exhibit time, and celebration of the sector at the Nonprofit Mission Awards presentation.

Participants: MCN expects over 1,400 participants at this conference. Attendees represent all different types and sizes of nonprofits, and include a range of job responsibilities, including leadership, governance, fundraising, financial management, communications, technology, public policy and advocacy, among others. 

Exhibiting ($900): Take advantage of this opportunity to share your products and services with hundreds of nonprofit leaders. The exhibits are located throughout the main corridors of the facility. Annual Conference exhibit opportunities are available to MCN members and associates only. Spaces are limited, and will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.  

Exhibits Include:
• 6-foot draped and skirted table and two chairs
• Admission for up to two people
• Listing with Web address in event program
• Listing and link on the event Web site

Exhibit fees do not include A/V needs, including Internet access. These must be arranged directly through the facility. 

Participant Mailing List: Exhibitors are eligible to purchase a one-time-use mailing list of Conference participants to announce your presence at the Conference. All lists will be delivered electronically on September 19, 2008 – two weeks prior to the Conference. Lists will include the names and mailing addresses of all registered participants to-date (estimated at 1200 names). These lists are provided for one-time-use only and are intended to be used to promote your presence at the Annual Conference. 

Exclusive Offers and Discounts: Exhibiting and advertising at the Annual Conference is limited to MCN members and associates. In addition, Conference exhibitors are offered a discount on program advertising and inserts as well as a special opportunity to purchase a one-time-use participant mailing list


Download the Advertising/Exhibiting Reservation Form

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsorships: Sponsors receive several opportunities to reach thousands of nonprofit leaders before, during and after the Annual Conference, including recognition in promotional brochures, on the Conference Web site, in the Conference program and during plenary sessions. Sponsors also receive complementary exhibit space and advertisements. 

Sponsorship packages start at $3,000+. MCN staff will work with you to customize a package that helps you meet your needs and achieve your marketing goals. To learn more and sign up as a sponsor, contact Sondra Reis at 651-642-1904 or sondra@mncn.org. For more information about sponsorship, please contact Sondra Reis at 651-642-1904 or sondra@mncn.org  Sign up before April 15 to enjoy the highest level of promotional exposure!

Program Advertising: Display ads will be included throughout the Conference Program, which will be distributed and used by approximately 1,400 participants throughout the two-day Conference. Program advertising is limited to MCN members and associates.

Ad Production Requirements:
All ads must be created in black and white only and be self-contained in a black frame or box measuring the specified dimensions. Submissions must be camera-ready or provided digitally as a PDF file with all fonts and graphics embedded. Ads and payment must be received by the submission deadline to ensure placement. All ads will be placed run of press (ROP). Submit your ads electronically to Christine Durand at cdurand@mncn.org.

Program Inserts: Brochures, postcards, and other promotional pieces may also be submitted to be included in each Annual Conference participant’s packets. Advertisers must provide 1,500 copies of a single promotional piece.

Exclusive Offers and Discounts: Exhibiting and advertising at the Annual Conference is limited to MCN members and associates. In addition, Conference exhibitors are offered a discount on program advertising and inserts as well as a special opportunity to purchase a one-time-use participant mailing list.

Download the Advertising/Exhibiting Reservation Form

Associate Members
Over 250 businesses, consultants and vendors have joined the Minnesota Council of Nonprofits as Associate Members.

View list of all current Associate Members.