24th APRIL 3-7, 2016
NASC Sports Event Symposium DEVOS PLACE CONVENTION CENTER
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The NASC Sports Event Symposium is the annual meeting for the only 501(c)3 non-profit association for the sports tourism industry and the most credible source for industry research and best practices. For nearly 25 years, the Symposium has been designed for sports tourism professionals by sports tourism professionals. Through a combination of industry-leading educational and business development opportunities, serious-minded professionals who attend the Symposium learn how to produce measurable ROI for their organization and advance their careers in the industry.
Destination Registration Rates www.SportsCommissions.org First Attendee Member - $975 Includes one (1) appointment schedule with NASC Sports Marketplace exhibitors (event owners and vendors) and all function except those noted (*) on the schedule. Second Attendee Member - $755 Includes all functions except those noted (*) on the schedule; does NOT include appointment schedule.(May attend appointments with first attendee from your organization.) Additional Attendee Member - $725 Includes all functions except those noted (*) on the schedule; does NOT include appointment schedule. (May attend appointments with first attendee from your organization.) One Day Attendee - $525 Includes all functions except those noted (*) on the schedule on One Day Only; does not include appointment schedule.
WHO ATTENDS Destinations - Sports commissions, chambers of commerce, destination marketing organizations (DMOs), facilities/venues, parks and recreation departments, and other organizations that host sports events.
WHO EXHIBITS Event Owners - Sports organizations and associations, national governing bodies (NGBs), and other companies that bid out and award sports events to which they own the rights.
Non-Member - $1425 Includes all functions except those noted (*) on the schedule; does not include NASC Sports Marketplace appointment schedule.
Vendors - Hotel brands, publications, housing services, insurance companies, consulting firms, universities, third parties, etc. that provide products/services to the industry.
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SYMPOSIUM STATS • 1,000 serious-minded sports tourism professionals attend the NASC Symposium • 8.5 hours of NASC Sports Marketplace • 9 hours of education • 13 hours of networking • 9,500 pre-scheduled business appointments
Appointments in NASC Sports Marketplace cannot be guaranteed if not registered by Friday, February 19, 2016.
24th Annual NASC Sports Event Symposium
2016 SCHEDULE Subject to change. *Additional fees apply.
Monday, April 4
7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 8:30 p.m. – 11: 00 p.m.
Tuesday, April 5
6:00 a. m. – 7:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. – Noon 12:15 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. 2:45 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. 3:15 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 6
6:00 a. m. – 7:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. –9:30 a.m. 9:45 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Noon – 1:30 p.m. 1:45 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. 2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 3:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m. 4:45 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Thursday, April 7
6:00 a. m. – 7:00 a.m. 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. – 8:45 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Afternoon
Registration NASC Sports Legacy Fund Community Service Project Exhibitor Set-Up CSEE* New Member and First Time Attendee Networking Reception Basketball Championship Viewing Party Rise and Shine Yoga* Lapping the Landmarks 5K Guided Run/Walk Tour* Registration Breakfast & Breakouts NASC Sports Marketplace Opening General Session Luncheon Education Sessions Education Sessions NASC Sports Marketplace Happy Hour in the NASC Sports Marketplace Opening Party at Van Andel Arena Rise and Shine Yoga Lapping the Landmarks 5K Guided Run/Walk Tour* Registration NASC Business Meeting Breakfast NASC Sports Marketplace Keynote Luncheon Education Sessions Education Sessions NASC Sports Marketplace Happy Hour in the NASC Sports Marketplace and Sports Legacy Raffle/Auction Rise and Shine Yoga* Lapping the Landmarks 5K Guided Run/Walk Tour* Registration NASC Board of Directors Meeting Grab-n-go Breakfast in the NASC Sports Marketplace NASC Sports Marketplace Appointments Closing General Session Luncheon Grand Rapids Venue Tours*
Host Hotels
Make your reservations online now. Cut-off date is March 12, 2016.
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Room Rate: $169 (single or double), $195 (triple or quad)
JW Marriott Room Rate: $169 (single or double)
Transportation Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) Air service at Gerald R. Ford International Airport is provided by six airlines serving 22 major market destinations with nonstop flights. Discount available when booking on Delta (offer code: NMM98) or United (offer code: ZVGN287984).
Ground Transportation - Taxis Metro Cab (616-827-6500) offers traditional taxicab and luxury sedan service at the curbside. Taxi fare to downtown Grand Rapids is approximately $32 (U.S.). Luxury sedan service to downtown Grand Rapids is approximately $37 (U.S.). View complete details at SportsCommissions.org/Symposium/ Hotel-Travel.
April 3-7, 2016
Grand Rapids, MI
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24th Annual NASC Sports Event Symposium
April 3-7, 2016
Grand Rapids, MI