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Join us this August as an exhibitor and sponsor at the annual Management Briefing Seminars and expand your marketing reach into the growing automotive market. Strengthen and broaden networking opportunities for key executives and advance the visibility of your organization among decision makers in the automotive industry.

These annual Seminars, directed by the Center for Automotive Research, comprise the largest management conference for the North American automotive industry. It is the perfect environment to promote your brand, product and service and put you in the midst of key industry decision makers. A variety of exhibitor and sponsor opportunities with numerous benefits are available. Be part of this news making event!

Contact Deborah Schilz at (734) 929-0463 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Exhibitors

Exhibitors expand their marketing reach into the growing automotive market, strengthen and broaden networking opportunities for key executives and advance the vision of their companies among decision makers in the automotive industry. We are pleased to offer the following exhibitor packages.

 

Exhibitor Packages

Gold $12,000

Silver $8,000

Special Edition $10,000

Exhibitor Space with skirted table and 2 chairs, electrical (1quad) and wireless Internet.

15x5’

10x5’

10x5’

Reduced fee registrations for the entire event ($750 each, savings of $1,850) to staff booth, attend seminars and participate in networking activities.

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Recognition on MBS website; in handouts at MBS; in an Automotive News ad and in a special 3-mail sent to registrants promoting Exhibitors.

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Golf Hole Sponsorship (limited availability) Includes: foursome golf slot during golf tournament ($440+ value) and your company name on a sign at one golf hole ($3,500 value)

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Sponsors

Sponsors of MBS make an important contribution to the success of the Seminars permitting enhancement of all the networking events so critical to attendees.

Recognition of all our Sponsors includes:

  • Acknowledgement of the sponsoring company from the podium.
  • Organization name on a sign at the sponsored event.
  • Two reduced fee registrations for the entire event ($750 each, savings of $1,850 each).
  • Recognition on the MBS website; in handouts at MBS; in an Automotive News ad and in a special e-mail sent to registrants.

Sponsorship Opportunities

(call us to talk about these sponsorships and how to customize them to fit your needs)

  • Continental Breakfasts (Monday-Friday)
  • Sit-down Lunches (Monday-Thursday) Box Lunch (Friday)
  • Networking Social Hours (Monday-Thursday evenings)
  • Buffet Dinner (Wednesday)
  • Entertainment (Wednesday)
  • Cyber Café
  • Water Bottle Distribution (Monday-Friday)
  • Conference Bags
  • Wireless Internet for MBS attendees
  • Message System
  • Golf Tournament (signs at individual holes)
  • Support for eight Focus: HOPE Students attending the Seminars

 

We will customize a sponsor and exhibitor package just for you!
Contact Deborah Schilz at (734) 929-0463 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Key Reasons to Exhibit and Sponsor

Enhance visibility to 1,200 automotive and related industry leaders and academic and government representatives who will attend the 2008 event.

Experience a stimulating and exciting environment to showcase your product and services to your current or potential customers.

Meet leading visionaries and corporate leaders connected with the automotive industry.

Participate in networking opportunities second to none.

Who Attends the Management Briefing Seminars?

  • Automotive Manufacturer and Supplier Executives
  • Purchasing and Marketing Executives
  • Energy Industry Representatives
  • Financial Analysts
  • Government and Education Representatives
  • Information Managers
  • Labor Leadership
  • Manufacturing Managers and Engineers
  • Media
  • Plant Managers and Superintendents

There are numerous opportunities to sponsor and/or exhibit at the Seminars. Find the package that works best for you. Contact Deborah Schilz at (734) 929-0463 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 
  		 
WHAT FAMILY ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

The family friendly Partners Program is available for all attendee families. In addition, the Resort and surrounding Traverse City area have numerous opportunities for family fun. Contact the Traverse City Convention Bureau at www.visittraversecity.com or (800) 872-8377.
NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES?

In addition to continental breakfasts and lunches, there are several evening activities designed for relaxation and informal conversation. Social Hours take place Monday-Thursday evening and on Wednesday evening there is an industry dinner and entertainment.
WHAT CAN MY SPOUSE/PARTNER ATTEND?

Your spouse or partner is welcome at all of the social hours and the Wednesday evening dinner. (Children are not permitted at the Monday - Thursday social hours and the Wednesday evening event. Alternative activities are planned and/or available.)
WHAT IS THE CONFERENCE DRESS CODE?

The seminars are designed to foster a casual atmosphere for the informal exchange of ideas. Business casual is appropriate. Some attendees choose business attire (suits or sport coats), particularly on Wednesday and Thursday. Others wear more casual polo shirts and slacks.
WHAT IS THE SOCIAL HOUR DRESS CODE?

These are very informal events. Attire will vary from sport coats to polo shirts and slacks (for men) and from summer dresses and skirts to pants and shirts (for women).
ARE MEALS INCLUDED?

Yes; continental breakfast and lunch are served each day. Social hours are hosted Monday through Thursday evening. In addition, registration on Wednesday or Thursday includes a dinner and party on Wednesday evening (hopefully outside, overlooking the Grand Traverse Bay).
WHAT HAPPENS IF I NEED TO CANCEL?

The first thing to do would be to find a colleague who would be interested in replacing you. If your colleagues are already registered or unable to attend, please inform us in writing that you must cancel. To be eligible for a full refund of fees, notification of cancellation of registration must be received in writing by May 1, 2008. After this date, to be eligible for a refund of fees less the handling charge of $150.00 we must receive your request in writing before July 18, 2008. We regret that we cannot accept requests for refunds after that date.
HOW DO I GET MY CONFERENCE MATERIALS?

The registration desk is in the lobby area at the base of the tower. We recommend that you pick up your name badge and conference materials at early registration on Sunday, from 5-7 p.m. or on Tuesday from 3:30-7 p.m. The registration desk is also open during the conference sessions. A name badge is required to gain admittance to the sessions. Please note: badges will be distributed the day before or morning of corresponding to the package that you have registered for and you may attend the social hours as they relate to your package.

 
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