BEEF! Exhibitor Schedule. all times listed below are non-compete times

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2 Exhibitor Schedule all times listed below are non-compete times Celebrate Alberta s other natural resource BEEF! The Alberta Beef Industry Conference & Tradeshow is the largest conference of its kind in Canada, and it remains a fantastic opportunity to connect with an influential purchasing group, consuming millions of dollars in goods and services each year. The Albetra Beef Industry Conference & Tradeshow will put your firm in front of potential clients and set the stage for strong dialogue between you and the attendees. The ABIC also provides a forum to demonstrate your support for the industry. As you will note on the opposite page, we offer a number of signature opportunities that will highlight your commitment to the delegates, the conference and the industry. Wednesday, February 17th 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Registration & Set-up Set up done at 4:30pm 6:00 p.m. Tradeshow Reception Thursday, February 18th 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Networking Breakfast 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Coffee & Networking 12:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. Lunch & Networking 2:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. Tradeshow Career Fair* 4:30 P.m. 6:00 p.m. Cocktails Friday February 19th 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Networking Breakfast 9:30 A.m. 10:30 a.m. Coffee & Networking 9:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Tradeshow Career Fair This year, we are opening the tradeshow up to Alberta Middle School, High School, and Post-Secondary students. We encourage you to interact with students so you can help draw awareness to all of the exciting careers available in agriculture. We anticipate this year to be a sold out show, and we have a limited number of booths. Your prompt response is important to securing your presence. If you have any questions, please contact the Alberta Cattle Feeders Association at , ext 203 or by at: jbrunette@cattlefeeders.ca You can also register online at: Thank you and we look forward to seeing you there!

3 Conference Schedule Schedule subject to change Wednesday, February 17th 9:00. a.m Registration 9:30 a.m. Pre-conference workshop 6:00 p.m. Tradeshow Reception Thursday February 18th 8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Opening Address 9:15 a.m. Speaker Session 10:00 a.m. Coffee 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Speaker Session 12:30 p.m. Lunch 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Speaker Sessions 4:30.m. p Cocktails 6:00 p.m. Taste of Alberta & Live Auction Friday, February 19th 8:30 a.m. Speaker Session 9:45 a.m. Coffee 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Speaker Session Taste of Alberta Auction Suppliers that donate items for the silent and live auction will have their items plus signage displayed in the ballroom all day Thursday and during the auction that evening. We are restricting the live auction to a maximum of 20 items. To find out how you can donate, please contact Jennifer Brunette at or jbrunette@cattlefeeders.ca Prime Sponsor $10,000 Plus Exclusivity For Event/speaker Of Your Choice & Presentation One (1) Complimentary 10 X 10 Booth Plus Two (2) Registrations One (1) 1/3 Page Ad In Alberta Beef Magazine With The Option To Upgrade Insert In Delegate Bags AAA Sponsor $7500 Exclusivity For Event/speaker Of Your Choice & Presentation One (1) Complimentary 10 X 10 Booth One (1) 1/6 Page Ad In Alberta Beef Magazine With The Option To Upgrade Insert In Delegate Bags AA Sponsor $5000 Insert In Delegate Bags Steakholders $2500 Supporters $ in Additional listings for the directory in multiple categories may be purchased

4 Heavy Equipment Displays Exhibitors also have the option of pre-arranging heavy equipment displays in the tradeshow area. In order to display heavy equipment, you must contact Jennifer Brunette at AV Requirements If have you any AV Requirements, please contact the AV Department at the Sheraton Hotel at Social Media generate some buzz for your booth by following us on #abbeefconference Suppliers Showcase The Suppliers Showcase provides a one-stop marketplace for delegates to connect with suppliers. Each year, delegates - armed with a shopping list network with industry representatives to purchase and support tradeshow supporters. The tradeshow also provides a forum for delegates to catch up on industry news by connecting them with service agencies relevant to the industry. Each Suppliers Showcase booth includes: 2 full conference registrations (includes all meals and functions) 10 x 10 carpeted booth space 8 table, two chairs, and one (1) 110-volt 15-amp outlet 30 word listing in the official business directory. Suppliers Circle This area is along the corridor from the main session room to the exhibitor hall. It provides the opportunity to be seen by our delegates as they the main seminar meetings and head towards the tradeshow area. This space is ideal for exhibitors who may want to network with delegates as they pass by or simply to leave printed material in an unmanned display. Equipment can not be displayed in this area. Each Suppliers Circle space includes: 1 full conference registration which includes all meals & functions 6 x 10 booth space 8 table, one chair, carpet 30 word listing in the official business directory. Additional listings for multiple categories may be purchased by contacting Alberta Beef Magazine at Tradeshow Floorplan Buffet(s) Coffee Station please submit all booth requests early. 55 booths are assigned on a first come, first served basis in order to accomodate all requests, The floorplan is subject to change. Coffee Station

5 R E G I S T R AT I O N D E A D L I N E F E B R U A R Y 1, Booths are assigned on a first come first serve basis. Final decisions for placement rest with the conference organizers. If your booth preferences are not available, we will assign another booth and communicate this information to you. We reserve the right to refuse admittance to any exhibitor. Payment must accompany registration. Confirmation will be forwarded to you upon receipt of your registration and payment. CANCELLATIONS PRIOR TO JANUARY 15 ARE SUBJECT TO A 50% CHARGE ON FEES. NO REFUNDS AFTER JANUARY 15, Please Jennifer a copy of your company description (MAX 30 WORDS). To ensure inclusion in print materials, please return your registration by December 10, Please have auction items and delegate bag inserts to the ACFA by February 1, Send and make payment payable to: ACFA #6, th Street SE Calgary, AB Canada T2C 1G4 Fax: E: jbrunette@cattlefeeders.ca Suppliers Circle Number of Booths (8 Available) x $ Suppliers Showcase Number of Booths (58 Available) x $ Booth Preference CHOICE # 1 CHOICE # 2 CHOICE # 3 Additional Delegates or Meal Tickets Full Delegate x $ One Day Thursday x $ Full Delegate Registration Includes All Coffee Breaks, Lunch, And Evening Dinners Meal Tickets - Wednesday x $89.25 Meal Tickets - Thursday x $89.25 PRICES INCLUDE GST Sponsorship & Donations Please indicate amount (GST Exempt) Sponsor Level & Amount Auction Donation I will bring the item Item will be delivered to ACFA Primary Contact Name Company Primary Contact Mailing Address Postal Code Phone Fax Delegate Name Delegate Name Additional Delegate Name Credit Card Number Additional Delegate Name Exp Signature

6 Alberta Beef Industry Conference Business Directory This year, each exhibitor and certain sponsors will receive one (1) 30-word listing and premium placement in the official Alberta Beef Industry Conference Business Directory. This small booklet will serve as a telephone directory following the conference. Additional listings for multiple categories may be purchased by contacting Alberta Beef Magazine at Listed below are the business categories. Please indicated on the registration form one that best suits your organization. 1 Accountants 2 Air Transportation 3 Allied Organizations 4 Analytical Laboratories 5 Animal Health 6 Animal Identification 7 Animal Nutrition Products 8 Auction Markets 9 Beef Research & Program Consulting Services 10 Breed Associations 11 Bull Testing Associations 12 Business Consulting 13 Cattle Truckers 14 Computer Service 15 Consulting Engineering 16 Consulting Nutritionists 17 Corral Cleaners 18 Custom Feedlots 19 Dead Animal Disposal 30 Word Listing PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY 20 Electrical 21 Equipment Leasing 22 Facility / Events 23 Farm Supplies 24 Feed Mill Equipment 25 Feed Mixers & Trucks 26 Feed Suppliers 27 Feedyard Construction 28 Feedyard Equipment 29 Feedyard Management Software 30 Fertilizer Suppliers 31 Financial Services 32 Forward Contracting & Export 33 Government 34 Grain Brokerage 35 Grain Suppliers 36 Industry Associations 37 Information Services 38 Internet Specialists 39 Legal Services 40 Liquid Feed Supplements 41 Livestock Bedding 42 Livestock Dealers 43 Livestock Equipment 44 Livestock Insurance 45 Livestock Order Buyers 46 Packers 47 Power Services 48 Preservatives 49 Print Communication 50 Rendering 51 Research & Education 52 Risk Management 53 Salt Suppliers 54 Scales 55 Seedstock Producer 56 Silage Plastics 57 Silage Products 58 Veterinary Clinics