FAQ's
When and
where is the APPL Convention & Trade Show?
March 1-5, 2009 in Baltimore, Maryland.
APPL's convention headquarters in Baltimore will be the Baltimore Marriott
Inner harbor at Camden Yards. The Marriott will be the location of all of the educational sessions
on Sunday, March 1 and Monday, March 2.
Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards
110 South Eutaw Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
800.228.9290 or 410.962.0202
Group Name: Public Lands–APPL
Group Code: APPAPPA
The Baltimore Convention Center is the site of the APPL Trade Show
and will host all the educational sessions taking place on Tuesday,
March 3 and Wednesday, March 4.
Baltimore
Convention Center
One West Pratt Street
Baltimore, Maryland 2120
PH 410.649.7000
FAX 410.649.7008
How do I get to the
2009 Convention & Trade Show?
For information on transportation to Baltimore, MD
click here.
Do I need a car? Is parking available?
Parking is available onsite but is very expensive. We highly
recommend using public transportation to get to/from the hotel and
airport. The convention center is within walking distance of the
Marriott Hotel so a car is not necessary during the week to get to
convention events. For those wishing to explore the area before or
after, car rental is available at the hotel.
What is the registration cancellation/refund policy?
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Attendees
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Cancellations and requests for refunds for convention events
booked through APPL must be made in writing and received by the
Registrar
no later than February 18, 2009. A $40.00 processing fee will be
deducted from all refunds. A $40.00 fee will be billed to
government credit cards or invoiced to registrants for
cancellations of unpaid attendees. Registrations may be
transferred to another person by writing to by the Registrar in advance or
by presenting a written notice at the convention.
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Exhibitors -
Cancellations to all or part of your registration must be made
in writing and addressed to the Registrar no later than January
23, 2009 and you will incur a $100 cancellation fee. No refunds will be
made after this date.
What should I wear?
Dress throughout the convention is business casual. Comfortable
walking shoes are also suggested. Business
dress is recommended for the APPL Media and Partnership Awards
Ceremony Monday night, as well as for the Closing Banquet on
Wednesday evening.
Baltimore temperatures for the month of March
range from a daytime
high of 53.9°F to a nighttime low of 33.6°F. A coat and layered clothing
are recommended.
What’s included in the registration fee?
Attendee registration includes:
- Special February convention issue of
Newswire , APPL's
electronic newsletter, with helpful tips and information to read prior to coming to the
convention
- Registration materials onsite which include a convention
program, participant and vendor lists and other goodies from
sponsors
- Opening reception
- All general and concurrent educational sessions
- Discounts on optional training
- Awards ceremony
- Trade Show admission
- Tuesday reception at the Trade Show
- All hosted breaks and networking sessions
- Lunch on Wednesday in the Trade Show
- Ticket to Closing Banquet & Live Auction
Daily Registration
- Monday – includes all events that day, except Awards
Ceremony
- Tuesday – includes all events that day, except Author
Luncheon
- Wednesday – includes all events that day, except Closing
Banquet
Companion Registration
- Companion registration
is similar to attendee registration but does not include any of the concurrent educational sessions.
Companion registration is available to guests of registered
attendees only.
Individual guest tickets may be purchased by registered attendees
and daily registrants for the following events:
- Opening Reception $45
- Awards Ceremony & Dessert Reception $25
- Closing Banquet & Live Auction $55
Trade Show Registration Includes:
- Choice of premium, standard, discounted or table top exhibit
packages
- Premium, standard and discounted exhibit packages include a
10’ by 10’ space divided by pipe and drape, 6’ skirted table,
wastebasket and 1 chair per registrant and two exhibitor
registrations
- Table top spaces include a 6’ skirted table, wastebasket and
1 chair per registrant and one exhibitor registration
- Exhibitor Registration includes a nametag for each exhibitor
to gain admittance to Trade Show Hall for set-up, show times and
tear down
- Identification Sign
- Link from the APPL Web site to your company’s Web site
- Posting of your company, show specials, author signing,
demonstrations and applicable giveaways in the on-site materials
- 2009 Convention Attendee and Trade Show Exhibitor Lists
- Opportunity to submit article (300 characters or less) to
February Newswire
- Opportunity to award and announce door prizes at booth
- Opportunities to learn more about the public lands community
and network with buyers through special exhibitor educational
sessions
- Exhibitor Meeting - provides last minute details about logistics
and time for questions.
- Buyer and Vendor Forum
- Achieving Your Business Goals through Relationships with the
APPL Community
- Reception on Tuesday night in the Trade Show Hall
- Lunch on Wednesday in the Trade Show Hall
Are there opportunities to promote my
company/organization and support the professional development of the
APPL community?
There are a variety of
sponsorship opportunities available that
will allow you to gain exposure with the more than 600 expected
attendees, presenters, and exhibitors. Convention sponsorships help
you maximize the impact of your organization’s participation by
associating your name with events, educational programming, keynote
speakers, and convention amenities.
In addition, both a silent and live auction are held during the
convention to raise support for the APPL Education and Scholarship
Fund, which provides scholarships to APPL members to attend the
annual convention and professional development trainings throughout
the year. Your donation to the auctions not only promotes your
organization/company but it also demonstrates your support of the
work the APPL community does to engage and educate the public about
America’s treasured places and spaces.
Are meals included?
Some meals are included but not all. See “What’s included in the
registration fee” to find out which meals will be included with
access to special events.
My question is not here! Who should I contact?
- Registration Questions (both attendees and exhibitors) - contact APPL’s Registrar at 240.379.7072 or e-mail
registrar@ptfassociates.com.
- General Convention Questions – contact Amy Matthews,
at 301.946.9475 ext 222 or e-mail her at
amatthews@appl.org.
- General Trade Show questions - contact Amy Norris, at
703.501.9199 or e-mail her at
norris@acmeetingevents.com. When e-mailing, please reference the
“APPL” in the subject line.
- APPL Programs & Services - call 301.946.9475 or
e-mail appl@appl.org.
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Who attends the APPL Convention & Trade Show?
The APPL Convention & Trade Show is a must attend event for anyone who plays a
role in nonprofit public land partnerships. Your entire
partnership team will benefit by attending, from beginners to
experienced executives and agency personnel.
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Nonprofit Public Land Partners |
National, Regional, and Local Public Land
Management Agencies |
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Executive Directors and CEO’s |
Partnership Coordinators |
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Education & Outreach Staff |
Superintendents |
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Board Members |
Chiefs of Interpretation |
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Volunteers |
Managers and Rangers |
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Bookstore/Museum Buyers and Managers |
Natural Resources Managers |
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Development Officers & Staff |
Outdoor Recreation Planners |
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Financial Officers & Staff |
Outreach Coordinators |
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Consultants |
Volunteers |
Should I bring my board members?
Yes, the APPL Convention is an excellent opportunity for board
members to network with other board members, attend sessions geared
towards governance, fundraising, and partnership topics, and they
can learn more about product offerings at the Trade Show. While
board members may attend any sessions they want we will post a
suggested list of sessions geared directly to board members once the
convention program is finalized.
How can I make the most of my experience
as a first time attendee?
First time attendees should plan to attend the
Newcomers Orientation on Sunday, March 1 and learn how to take
advantage of the unique networking and professional development
opportunities available to you during the convention. You’ll meet
other first time attendees and be introduced to the APPL board and
staff. Plan you convention week prior to arriving in Baltimore.
Review the schedule of sessions and events and map out your
itinerary. Make sure to check out the companies exhibiting at
the Trade Show and make a list of vendors you want to visit and
their booth numbers. Already know you want to place an order, then
come prepared with your purchase orders to distribute at the show.
And don’t forget to pack comfortable shoes (no need to worry about
fashion police attending the convention, comfort comes first) and
lots of business cards to hand out to new contacts and exhibitors.
See also
What can I do before or after the convention to maximize my
investment of time and resources?
What is unique about
the APPL convention that I won’t find elsewhere?
The APPL convention focuses on building and enhancing
partnerships in the public lands community. Participants can learn
from and network with others who share a commitment to
engaging the public with their natural and cultural heritage.
Nonprofit concepts such as board responsibilities, fundraising, and
volunteerism are delivered within the context of these special
partnerships and mission. Effective concepts in interpretive product
development, interpretive sales, and educational programming are
offered to improve earned income and educational programming among
partners. Exhibitors at the Trade Show bring products unique to the
public lands community, backed with an understanding of how their
products complement the goals of the agencies and their nonprofit
partners.
Do I have to
preregister for the education sessions?
All General
Sessions and concurrent educational sessions are included with
attendee registration. Registration for the concurrent educational
session offerings in not required. However, some sessions fill up
quickly so we recommend arriving early to sessions to ensure you
have a seat. Exhibitors may purchase a $75 ticket per session they
want to attend (tickets will be available onsite only at the
registration desk).
Registration is required and additional fees apply, however, for the Optional Full Day Trainings on
Sunday, March 1 and
Thursday, March 5.
Please see the Registration materials for complete details.
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How can I
maximize my
investment of time and resources?
Before the convention, review the educational offerings and
special events in the registration materials, and make a draft list
of what you’d like to attend. If you are participating in the
convention as part of a team, plan on having each team member
participate in different sessions, so you can compare notes later.
Visit the APPL Web site and look at the Trade Show specials. Come
prepared with draft orders and questions for the vendors. And, when
you pack, be sure to bring lots of business cards to exchange with
other participants and vendors.
After the convention, type up any notes or new ideas gained and
share them with others back home. Make a list of just three new
things you’d like to implement in the coming year that you learned
or were inspired to do as a result of your convention experience,
and put them on your planning calendar. Follow up with individuals
you met. A simple e-mail can remind new acquaintances that you
enjoyed meeting them, learned from the experience, and are willing
to share resources and information in the future. And check out
APPL’s Newswire and Web site for follow-up information from the
convention.
Will any of the sessions be offered online or at other conferences?
APPL does not record any of the presentations for online
delivery following the convention. You may ask presenters to forward
you their presentations after the convention, but some may decline
because of content ownership.
Can I volunteer and receive a discount?
Volunteering at the convention is a wonderful way to support APPL while meeting new people and working with friends from other
organizations. Volunteers are needed to help with bag stuffing,
registration, greeting convention attendees, collecting tickets, and
assisting with the auctions. Check the volunteer opportunities you are interested in on your registration form and you will receive
additional information by e-mail in February about signing up for
specific time slots during the convention. APPL Members applying for
scholarships are encouraged to volunteer to assist with special
events that do not conflict with their opportunity to participate in
educational sessions and networking in exchange for
financial support to attend the convention.
Discounts are not generally provided to volunteers.
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Should our organization / company exhibit at the Trade Show?
Your organization should exhibit at APPL's 2009 Trade Show if
you offer products or services that can help inform the public of
America’s natural and cultural heritage. Organizations who would
benefit from exhibiting include:
- Publishers
- Printers
- Designers
- Apparel companies
- Producers of children's items
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- Educational product companies
- Jewelry designers
- Puzzles/Games/Toys companies
- Replicas/Reproductions companies
- Retail Service providers/suppliers
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- Audiovisual media companies
- Companies that produce custom products
- Graphics companies
- Stationery companies
- Technology companies
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Past exhibitors have included:
2008
APPL Trade Show Exhibitors
Who is exhibiting at the APPL Trade Show?
As information becomes available a list of the
2009 APPL Trade Show exhibitors
will be posted to this
site. It will include their booth location and show specials.
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Copyright ©2008 APPL
this page updated on
11/19/2008
APPL
2401 Blueridge Avenue, Suite 303
Wheaton, Maryland 20902
301.946.9475 301.946.9478 (fax) 877.647.2775 (toll free)
appl@appl.org
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