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BizExpo 2013

BizExpo 2013

It's time to get ready for the region's largest expo, education and connection event for business professionals. Biz Expo 2013 will include hundreds of booths, a breakfast speaker, free educational seminars, an after-hours connection reception, and thousands of attendees.

Share the spotlight as an exhibitor or sponsor -- Contact Jennifer Bruhn at 608-443-1945 or Jana Moore at 608-443-1951

BizExpo 2013 Event Schedule – April 23rd, 2013

Registration available on-site.

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9:00 am – 10:00 am
BizExpo Keynote Breakfast
Pavilion

10:00 am – 4:00 pm
BizExpo
Exhibition Hall

10:30 am to 3:30 pm
Educational Seminars

11:30 am – 1:30 pm
Chamber Café
Pavilion

4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
BizExpo Happy Hour
Pavilion

4:30 pm
Passport Grand Prize Drawing

 

Location:

Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center, John Nolen Dr, Madison. Free parking!

Time:
Exhibitor Load-In and Registration 6:00 – 9:00 AM
Breakfast Program 9:00 – 9:55 AM
BizExpo Opens to Public 10:00 AM
Educational Seminars 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM
BizExpo Ends 4:00 PM
Exhibitor Load-Out 4:00 PM
BizExpo Happy Hour 4:00 – 6:00 PM

*Assistance will be onsite to help exhibitors with Load-In from 6:00 – 8:00 AM and Load-Out from 4:00 – 5:00 PM

BizExpo Passport:
There will be three BizExpo Passports with up to ten participating businesses appearing on each. Participation is $100. Only Chamber members may participate.

BizExpo Attendee List:
Exhibitors may purchase a mailing list of BizExpo 2013 attendees. Mailing list includes organization , contact name, and street address (no email) for $195.

Exhibition Booths:

Chamber Member

Non-Member

Single Booth–10’ X 10’   Corner

$595

$895

Single Booth–10’ X 10’   Standard

$495

$795

Double Booth-20’ X 10’
2 Corners

$1,015

$1,315

Double Booth-20’ X 10’
2 Standard

$695

$995

Double Booth-20’ X 10’   Mixed

$815

$1,115

Quad Booths–20’ X 20’

$995

$1,325

Vehicles under 20 Feet   Premium

$825

$1,125

Vehicles under 20 Feet Standard

$675

$995

Vehicles over 20 Feet   Premium

$1,525

$1,995

Vehicles over 20 Feet   Standard

$1,250

$1,695

Silver and Gold Level members enjoy a 15-30% discount

10% added to booth rates for registration after
Friday, March 22, 2013

Electricity:
For a 1,000 watt ($45) or 2,000 watt ($65) electrical outlet at your booth please refer to the booth registration form.

Breakfast:
The breakfast program will begin at 9:00 AM featuring a keynote speaker and a continental breakfast. Two complimentary breakfast program tickets included with  every registered booth. Registration required. Additional tickets available for purchase.

Luncheon:
Food will be available for purchase from Center Plate Catering in the Pavilion from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM.

BizExpo Happy Hour:
At 4:00 PM the Happy Hour will begin in the Pavilion featuring free appetizers and cash bar. Admission is free for registered exhibitors and BizExpo 2013 attendees.

Contact the Chamber and book your booth. Join these premier exhibitors…

Group 1:

10:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m. Employee Retention: More than a paycheck
Boost employee morale and productivity by offering creative fringe benefits. These local companies will share innovative ideas that work.

Moderator: Jennifer Winding, The QTI Group Inc.

Panel: Linda Voit, Summit Credit Union            Angela Heintz, Shoutlet            Lori A. Snapp – American Family Insurance

10:45 a.m – 11:30 a.m. Social Media: Beyond Facebook and Twitter
Take your social media education to the next level! Learn how Pinterest, Yelp, foursquare and blogs can effectively increase customer loyalty. 

Moderator: Laurel Cavalluzzo, Madison Marketing Communications

Panel: Laura DeVries, Cupcakes-a-Go-Go            Jennifer McFalls Braun, Bliss Flow Yoga & Wellness

Group 2: 

1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m Technology: Make it work for you
From mobile apps to electronic data security, it’s a whole new world. And one that changes often. Our savvy panel will ditch the “geek-speak” and teach you how technology can improve your company’s bottom line.

Moderator: Tom Still, Wisconsin Technology Council

Panel: Tim Nott, MobileIgniter        Nancy Pautsch, Core BTS

1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Entrepreneurial Advice: Unlock your innovative side
Break out of the box! Whether you sell pizza, eyeware, online music or anything in between, you too can channel your inner inventor to improve your company’s products or services.

Moderator: Jonathan Eckhardt, The Weinert Center for Entrepreneurship

Panel: Matt Younkle, Murfie            Ian Gurfield, Ian’s Pizza            Natasha Vora, Iristocracy.com

GROUP 3:

2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Executive Insight: Great Leadership
There is more than one pathway to great leadership. Our diverse panel will inspire you to discover and grow your personal leadership style.

Moderator: Beth Donley, Stemina Biomarker Discovery, Inc.

Panel: Michael Johnson, Boys and Girls Club of Dane County             Laurie Benson, LSB Unlimited

2:45 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Healthcare 2013: From taxes to legal to your bottom line
Discussions about the intricacy of the Affordable Care Act may not be sexy, but it’s a law every business needs to comprehend. Our experts will share the who, what and when details you need to know to stay compliant.

Moderator: Jerry Frye, The Benefit Services Group Inc

Panel: Barbara Zabawa, Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek            Thomas Buresh, SVA

Sponsors

BizExpo 2013 Sponsors:

Since 1994 this Expo has provided Chamber members with valuable visibility and special recognition before, during and after the event. As the largest business-to-business event in the region it attracts hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of attendees who build connections and build business.

Priced for any size budget, Sponsorship enhances the stature of your organization as you stand out as a valued supporter. The Sponsorship benefits available based on level include:

  • Exclusivity
  • Exhibition booths with premium location
  • Special Sponsorship signage at booth
  • BizExpo 2013 tickets to distribute to employees and customers
  • Early Educational Seminar registration
  • Your company logo on:
    -Sponsorship page in event program distributed to BizExpo attendees
    -BizExpo 2013 promotional ads in Chamber publications and website
    -Sponsorship signage at the event
  • Sponsorship mention in Chamber publications up to eight times and on the Chamber website for up to two months prior to the event.
  • Web ad banner on the Chamber website
  • One electronic data file with registered BizExpo 2013 attendee mailing info
  • And more!

Attendee Questions

Who can attend the event?
The event is open to the public.  Chamber members and non-members are welcome to attend.

How much does it cost to attend?
BizExpo 2013, Educational Seminars, and Connection Celebration are free.  There is a cost for breakfast.

How do I register for the event?
Registration for BizExpo 2013 is not yet available. Please check back for registration information.

How much is parking?
Parking is free!

What lunch options are available?
Centerplate Catering offers a bistro lunch for both exhibitors and attendees. There will be sandwiches, salads, desserts, beverages and more for purchase a la carte. The bistro will be open from 11:30am-1:30pm. The Alliant Energy Center concession stands are also available.

Exhibitor Questions

I am interested in exhibiting.  How do I book a booth?
Contact:
Jennifer Bruhn at jbruhn@greatermadisonchamber.com or 608-443-1945
Jana Moore at jmoore@greatermadisonchamber.com or 608-443-1951

Is there access to internet?
Alliant Energy Center has free Wi-Fi available for exhibitors.

How to I order Electrical for my booth?
Contact the Chamber Program and Events Manager, Kennedy Cullen, at 608-443-1954

Chamber Resources

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What Others Have Said

  • My small business has a voice in local politics with the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, I have a voice here. We’re all business people and we look at the bottom line. The return on investment from my Chamber membership and the advocacy it provides is far above what I get from other organizations.

    Tim Lightner, Owner, Two Men and a Truck

  • The Chamber has worked tirelessly to promote the interests of the local business community, and to create and preserve the conditions that allow businesses to thrive, for the good of the entire community. I can think of no organization that is better equipped to guide us through this time than the Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce, and we all owe it our full support, to our mutual benefit.

    David Stark, President, Stark Company Realtors

  • The Greater Madison Chamber of Commerce has been an excellent resource for my small business. The Chamber provides multiple channels for business awareness, networking opportunities and helpful educational programs. Being a member of the Chamber has really made a difference in helping expand my business visibility, growth and development in Dane County.

    John Vardallas, CAE, Founder/CEO, The American BoomeR Consulting Group

  • The Chamber offers great opportunities to volunteer at events like the expo, or on committees like the SBAC — I appreciate being able to network and learn while giving back to the business community — and it’s fun.

    Judy Dahl, Owner, JKD Communications, LLC