September Update
[PerFirstLastName], Appointment Requests and Research Databases Now Open - 278 Appointment-taking ABA Qualified Buyers Registered and More Than Bus & Tour Operators Ready for the Business of Marketplace!
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Check out our Marketplace Delegate Packet for 2010!
Great Information - All in One Packet
Operators - Check out the FAM Tours and experience the Capital Region in a whole new way!
The Capital Region is hosting three historic evening events. Don't miss them!
Friday, January 15
Experience Northern Virginia: The Pursuit of Happiness Evening Event
George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens
From colonial to cool, Northern Virginia is one-stop shopping for best-in-the-nation history, arts and culture, shopping, and dining. George Washington's Mount Vernon sets the stage to showcase innovative group tour experiences from Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax County, Loudoun County, and Prince William County. See the 25 new theaters and galleries at Mount Vernon, and sample uniquely themed fare from the Capital Region.
Sponsored by Northern Virginia Visitors Consortium, George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens & Virginia Tourism Corporation
Saturday, January 16
Crusin' Maryland! Evening Event
Show Place Arena
Cruise through Maryland with us! Stops along the way showcase the diverse offerings of the state from food and beverage to arts and entertainment. Travel our highways through the iconic gems of the state, celebrate our sports teams, travel to the mountains of Western Maryland and the shores of the Atlantic all in one exciting evening. To keep you cruisin', the Rob Byer Band and The Reagan Years will be performing throughout the night on the main floor and local artists Dean Rosenthal and Nadine Rae will perform in our very own blues & jazz lounge. Experience why they call Maryland "America in Miniature". This is one night not to be missed
Sponsored by Maryland Tourism & Partners
Sunday, January 17
Create Your Own Power Trip Evening Event
Newseum
BECOME A DC INSIDER. Explore one of DC's hottest museums - the Newseum - and get a taste of celebrity Chef Wolfgang Puck's culinary creations. You will investigate behind the headlines and experience how and why news is made. Special guest appearances by DC's power couple and Madame Tussaud's own President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle, along with other celebrity DC Insiders. You don't want to miss the inside scoop in the hippest city in America.
Sponsored by Destination DC along with the Newseum & Partners
Marketplace Registration Statistics as of September 14
Marketplace 2010 promises to be a great retrun on your investment. Registration numbers prove that ABA members see the value of attending Marketplace. This year we already have 278 operators taking appointments with more than 500 total operators ready to build business relationships! This gives you more opportunities to conduct business with qualified buyers. With more registering each day, the business and networking will produce the results you need for your business.
Information for Your Travel and Housing Plans
Click here for information for your transportation options for Marketplace 2010 including the complimentary airport shuttle information.
Marketplace Housing is open, make your reservations early and be sure to arrive Friday to take advantage of the Sightseeing Tours and evening event. Check out your appointment dates and other Marketplace events so you don't miss a thing.
Marketplace Host Hotel Rates
Gaylord Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street
National Harbor, MD 20745
Seller Rate: $189
Buyer Rate: $139
ABA and the Gaylord National have partnered together to give you great hotel rates for Marketplace 2010. The Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center is a first-class, waterfront resort that's only minutes from downtown DC.
Marketplace Schedule - Arrive on Friday, Jan. 14 to Take Advantage of all Marketplace Opportunities
Click here for a preliminary schedule of events. Don't miss out! Remember more business is completed off the Marketplace Business Floor, all-delegate events is an all-access pass for business! Check out the special Schedule for Operators!
Multiple Appointment-takers for Seller Companies
Seller companies are major contributors to the success of the Marketplace appointment sessions. Based on the number of Buyer requests you received at Marketplace 2009, your company may be entitled to 2 or 3 appointment-taking delegates at Marketplace 2010. If you had 32 or more buyer requests last year, you received an email from ABA informing you of the number of appointment-takers available to your company.
All companies are eligible to bring as many observer delegates as they wish. Here are a few reasons to bring an observer delegate:
- additional representation on the business floor while taking appointments (Observers may meet with operators on the business floor, however they are not eligible for pre-scheduled appointments);
- observers can take advantage of the great networking and educational opportunities; and
- helps a key salesperson or a new hire get training in the industry.
Invoicing
All registered companies can be invoiced for their Marketplace fees. Invoice payment is due by September 15. All invoices must be paid for appointment requests to be scheduled on Nov. 24, 2009.
Membership Dues
All delegates must be representatives of ABA member organizations whose dues and all other outstanding monies due ABA or its agents have been paid in full. ABA members who have not paid 2009 AND 2010 dues will be unable to participate in Marketplace. The member organization also will not be eligible to attend Marketplace 2011. For questions regarding your membership dues, contact Roderick Lewis at rlewis@buses.org.
Important Dates
- July 16 - Noon ET: Housing/Sightseeing/FAM Registration began. Early bird registration rates end for seller delegates.
- September 9 - Noon ET: Research Databases are Live. Operator early bird rates end.
- September 15 - Noon ET: Appointment Requests are Live. Invoices are due.
- November 24 - 5:00 PM ET: Appointment Requests Due.
- December 8 - Noon ET: Appointments Schedules Available and Manual Scheduling Begins.
- December 11 - Noon ET: Manual Scheduling Ends until Marketplace Opens.
- January 15 - 10:00 AM ET: Marketplace Opens.
Sponsorships
Want your Marketplace investment to go even further? Become a sponsor and receive special benefits which increase your ROI. Everyone is looking for business these days, make certain it is your company's name that is out in front - it will be worth the effort. Marketplace boasts a nearly 100% return of sponsors each year - we are a proven venue to invest your marketing dollars! Check out all of the possibilities for Marketplace 2010, click here or email Jana Fields at jfields@buses.org.
Marketplace Gives Back
The Marketplace Advisory Committee is in the process of selecting a local charity to be a part of Marketplace 2010. The past few years from the Polar Plunge to the bowling event we have raised thousands of dollars. What type of fundraising event would you like to see for Marketplace 2010? Send us your suggestions at
vosman@buses.org.
Social Networking/Facebook and LinkedIn
American Bus Association is now on Facebook and LinkedIn. Join us online!
Stay Up-to-Date
Visit the Marketplace website often for up-to-date information, announcements and resources to make the most of your Marketplace experience.
Tour and Bus Operators
Buyer Appointment Sessions:
- Sunday All Day: January 17 (DMOs and Receptive Operators/Tour Planners)
- Monday and Tuesday All Day: January 18-19 (Hoteliers, Attractions and Receptive Operators/Tour Planners)
Tour and Bus Operators can also register as a seller delegate at Marketplace. To register as a seller Tour and Bus Operators should register as a Receptive Operator/Tour Planner.
Buyer Registration Fees
Below are the registration fees for Marketplace 2010. For eligibility and definitions of each registration type go to http://aba.teameventmanagement.com/2010/registration.html.
- Early Bird Appointment-taker Registration (Ends Sept 9, 2009): $250
- Regular Appointment-taker Registration (Begins Sept 10, 2009): $350
- Early Bird Rotation Registration (Ends Sept 9, 2009): $250
- Regular Rotation Registration (Begins Sept 10, 2009): $350
- Product Pavilion Floor Exhibit Attendee (Operators registered for Saturday only): $100 per operator company
- Buyer Guest Registration: $250
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DMO's
Registration Fees
Below are the registration fees for Marketplace 2010. For eligibility and definitions of each registration type go to http://aba.teameventmanagement.com/2010/registration.html.
- Seller Early Bird Appointment-taker Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Appointment-taker Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Early Bird Observer Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Observer Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Guest Registration: $600
DMO Appointment Sessions:
- All day Sunday, January 17
Caucus Date:
- 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: Monday, January 18
DMO Representative Meeting:
- 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Saturday, January 16
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Hoteliers
Registration Fees
Below are the registration fees for Marketplace 2010. For eligibility and definitions of each registration type go to http://aba.teameventmanagement.com/2010/registration.html.
- Seller Early Bird Appointment-taker Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Appointment-taker Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Early Bird Observer Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Observer Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Guest Registration: $600
Lodging Appointment Sessions:
NEW IN 2010! Appointment-taking lodging and attraction seller delegates will be assigned to the same business sessions. Sellers in these sessions will be prescheduled in one of the following, but will have access to the Business Floor all day Monday and Tuesday.
- Appointment session: Monday AM/Tuesday PM*
- Appointment session: Monday PM/Tuesday AM*
*These sessions will be automatically assigned by the system to maintain equal number of appointment-takers in each time slot as well as an equal number lodging and attraction delegates in each session.
Lodging Representative Meeting:
- 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Sunday, January 17
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Attractions
Registration Fees
Below are the registration fees for Marketplace 2010. For eligibility and definitions of each registration type go to http://aba.teameventmanagement.com/2010/registration.html.
- Seller Early Bird Appointment-taker Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Appointment-taker Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Early Bird Observer Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Observer Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Guest Registration: $600
Attraction Appointment Sessions:
NEW IN 2010! Appointment-taking lodging and attraction seller delegates will be assigned to the same business sessions. Sellers in these sessions will be prescheduled in one of the following, but will have access to the Business Floor all day Monday and Tuesday.
- Appointment session: Monday AM/Tuesday PM*
- Appointment session: Monday PM/Tuesday AM*
*These sessions will be automatically assigned by the system to maintain equal number of appointment-takers in each time slot as well as an equal number lodging and attraction delegates in each session.
Attraction Representative Meeting:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: Sunday, January 17
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Receptive Operators/Tour Planners
Registration Fees
Below are the registration fees for Marketplace 2010. For eligibility and definitions of each registration type go to http://aba.teameventmanagement.com/2010/registration.html.
- Seller Early Bird Appointment-taker Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Appointment-taker Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Early Bird Observer Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Seller Regular Observer Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Seller Guest Registration: $600
Receptive Operator/Tour Planner Appointment Sessions:
Appointment-taking receptive operator/tour planner seller delegates will be able to select from the following business sessions:
DMO: Receptive Operators/Tour Planners who wish to sell their product/service with the destination marketing organizations (DMOs). Sellers in this session will have access to the Business Floor all day Sunday.
- Appointment session: Sunday AM and Sunday PM
Attraction: Receptive Operators/Tour Planners who wish to be scheduled with the attraction members. Sellers in these sessions will be prescheduled in one of the following, but will have access to the Business Floor all day Monday and Tuesday.
- Appointment session: Monday AM/Tuesday PM*
- Appointment session: Monday PM/Tuesday AM*
*The attraction appointment sessions will be automatically assigned by the system to maintain an equal number of appointment-takers in each time slot.
Receptives and Tour Planners may also select to come to Marketplace as a Buyer. To see if your company meets the qualifications for a buyer company at Marketplace, click here.
Receptive Operator Representative Meeting:
- 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Saturday, January 16
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Associates
Associate Members Menu of Options:
Associates will again have several opportunities for their participation at Marketplace:
- Product Pavilion: Associates may purchase booth space on our one-day trade show floor. This provides our associate members with a quick and inexpensive marketing opportunity to reach the 650 plus operators in attendance at Marketplace.
- Appointment-taking: Associates may attend Marketplace and receive pre-scheduled appointments with buyers on the business floor.
- Networking Floor Representative: Associates may purchase a booth space for the entire Marketplace week on the networking floor.
Associate Registration Fees:
Below are the registration and exhibit fees for Marketplace 2010. For eligibility and definitions of each registration type go to http://aba.teameventmanagement.com/2010/registration.html.
- Early Bird Appointment-taker Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Regular Appointment-taker Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Early Bird Observer Registration (Ends July 15): $1195
- Regular Observer Registration (Begins July 16): $1225
- Associate Representative Registration (Networking Floor/Coach Exhibit Staff): $795
- Associate Additional Product Pavilion Exhibitor Registration: $100 (Product Pavilion display fee below includes one exhibitor.)
- Associate Guest Registration: $600
Networking Floor Display Fees:
- $3000 per COACH EXHIBIT. Does not include delegate registration. Coaches on display must be ABA members and must be manned during show hours.
- $2000: 10' x 10' per NETWORKING FLOOR EXHIBIT; does not include delegate registration or furnishings.
Product Pavilion Displays Fees:
- $400 per 8' x 16' Product Pavilion Exhibit Floor Booth; booth includes: 8' table, 2 chairs, wastebasket, ID sign, carpet and drape, 1 exhibitor pass for Saturday Only
- $100 per Additional Exhibitor
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