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2015 LULAC National Convention & Exposition

86TH ANNUAL LULAC NATIONAL CONVENTION & EXPOSITION July 7-11, 2015 Salt Lake City Convention Center Salt Lake City, UT The League of United Latin American Citizens invites you to participate in the 86th Annual LULAC National Convention & Exposition in Salt Lake City Utah from July 7 through July 11, 2015. As the premier Hispanic convention, the LULAC National Convention draws over 20,000 participants from across the country each year including top leaders from the government, business, and the Latino community. Make History: The LULAC Convention is an exciting, history-making convention, because it convenes the national delegates of LULAC to discuss issues, set policies, and elect the organization’s national leaders. For this reason, the LULAC Convention makes news and is covered by national and local media. It is the only convention in which participants representing Hispanic communities from across the country determine the positions and strategies of a national Latino organization. Reach out to Hispanic America: The LULAC Convention is also well attended by major corporations who recognize the importance of reaching out to national Latino leaders and influential community members directly. There are opportunities to sponsor workshops and events, to showcase products and recruit Hispanic professionals in the convention exhibit hall. In addition, all proceeds support the dedicated work of LULAC to improve the quality of life for Hispanic Americans. Federal Training Institute: The LULAC Convention hosts the LULAC Federal Training Institute (FTI), an intensive and structured career development program for government and public sector employees. In partnership with the OPM and other Federal agencies, the Federal Training Institute offers workshops and plenary sessions that enable government employees and other employees to enhance their leadership skills and develop the Executive Core Qualifications required for entry to the Senior Executive Service. Exposition and Career Fair: The LULAC Expo is open to the public and it is FREE. This is a great opportunity to market programs and services to the fastest growing minority with great purchasing power. The Career Fair also offers top companies an opportunity to recruit qualified professionals. Whether you are an employer looking for top talent or a professional looking for your next job, you will want to attend the LULAC Career Fair. This three day event features great jobs from over 250 top companies and federal agencies that are ready to hire. Youth and Youth Adults Conference: The convention also hosts the LULAC Youth Conference—a three-day event for Latino youth, featuring workshops and panel discussions education, career opportunities, community service and leadership. The Young Adult Conference features four-days of leadership development and policy workshops for college students and young professionals. Salt Lake City Highlights and New Events: Latinos Living Healthy Culinary Showcase, this event will showcase savory and healthy meals options from around Latin America during our expo. Participants are encouraged to try healthy meals and get their “passport” stamped to be entered into the LULAC raffles that will feature; Xbox One, I pads, Google Chrome Books, gift cards and much, much more! Utah Celebration: This event highlights the best that Utah has to offer for visitors! It features local cuisine from around the state, music by local artist and highlights the Utah culture and traditions; join us to learn more about what Utah has to offer and how you can plan your next visit to this great state. About LULAC: Founded in 1929, the League of United Latin American Citizens is the nation’s oldest and largest Hispanic organization. With thousands of members organized into more than 1000 LULAC Councils in virtually every state of the nation and in Puerto Rico, LULAC has tremendous outreach into the Latino community. With a rich history of advocacy in civil rights, education, economic development, immigration and equal opportunity, LULAC is uniquely positioned to lead the Hispanic community into the next millennium.

Salt Lake City, Utah • July 7—July 11, 2015


INFORMATION

AGENDA

HEADQUARTERS HOTEL Hilton Salt Lake City Center 255 South West Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Tel: 1 (801) 328-2000 Fax: 1 (801) 238-4888 www.lulac.org/hilton Single: $106 Double: $106 Cutoff date: June 12, 2015

Sunday, July 5

Youth Pre-Conference

Tuesday, July 7 8 am to 5 pm 1 pm to 5 pm 6 pm to 8 pm

Federal Agency Training Forums Registration Opening Reception*

Wednesday, July 8 7 to 12, 2 to 5 9 am to 11:30 am 10 am to 11 am 10 am to 5 pm Noon to 2 pm 2 pm to 2:30 pm 2 pm to 4:30 pm 2:30 pm to 5 pm 7 pm to 10 pm

Registration Federal Training Institute Ribbon-cutting Ceremony and Exposition Opening Exposition and Job Fair Open Partnership Luncheon* National Assembly—Committee Assignments Federal Training Institute Concurrent Seminars Utah Celebration*

Thursday, July 9 7 to 12, 2 to 5 9 am to noon 9 am to 2 pm 10 am to 5 pm Noon to 2 pm 2 pm to 5 pm 6 pm to 8 pm 8 pm to 11 pm

Registration Concurrent Seminars Federal Training Institute Exposition and Job Fair Open Unity Luncheon* Concurrent Seminars Youth and Young Adults Awards Ceremony* Concierto: Voces Unidas por America*

Friday, July 10 7 to 12, 2 to 5 7:30 am to 9 am 9 am to noon 9 am to 2 pm 9 am to 4 pm 10 am to 4 pm Noon to 2 pm 2:30 to 4:30 pm 6 pm to 7 pm 7 pm to 11 pm

Registration LNESC Breakfast* Policy Seminars Federal Training Institute Youth/Collegiate Career Forum Exposition and Job Fair Open Women’s Hall of Fame Luncheon* LULAC National Assembly Reconvenes Presidential Reception* Presidential Awards Banquet*

Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek 75 South West Temple Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Tel: 1-888-236-2427 www.lulac.org/marriott Single: $149 Double: $149 Cutoff date: June 26, 2015 CONVENTION LOCATION Salt Palace Convention Center 100 SW Temple, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 Tel: (385) 468-2222 Air Transportation: The following airlines will offer special discounts to our attendees American Airlines (800) 433-1790 www.aa.com United (800) 468-7022 Discount Code: ZUVQ637303 www.united.com Southwest Airlines (800) 435-9792 www.southwest.com

Saturday, July 11 8 am to 5 pm LULAC National Assembly & Elections

*Represents a meal sponsorship opportunity



GENERAL CONVENTION SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES Sponsoring the LULAC Convention is an ideal way to reach out to national Hispanic leaders and influential community members. Sponsors of the 2015 LULAC National Convention will be recognized at all sponsored events and listed in all promotional material, including the convention program. The following packages are offered at the levels indicated.

Presenting Sponsor—$200,000 Title sponsorship of the LULAC National Convention is limited to one industry partner and includes special benefits that will highlight your company through the convention must be an all cash contribution. The presenting sponsorship includes the following: • Recognition as Convention Presenting Sponsor with brief remarks during convention kick off press conference

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Industry exclusivity Company’s name and logo included in the convention marketing materials (e.g. The 2015 LULAC National Convention presented by...) Brief welcoming remarks (3-5min) during the Conference Opening Reception Opportunity to provide brief remarks at the Presidential Awards Gala (3-5 min) Speaking opportunity during the conference at Exposition Ribbon Cutting (3-5 min) Opportunity to cut the ribbon during the Expo opening with our President and photo op Exclusive exhibit space with priority placement at exposition Four reserved tables for 10 at the Presidential Awards Gala Two reserved tables for 10 at each Luncheon upon request Two minute video spot to be played during the Presidential Awards Gala (provided by sponsor) One page article in LULAC News, Convention issue regarding the company or an executive Two full-page color ads in the LULAC News One page letter with picture of corporate official in convention program One Convention program back cover (subject to availability) or two full-page color ads Photo opportunities with LULAC leadership and speakers (available only of allowed) Attendance at selected VIP functions Thirty full corporate registration packages Convention website landing page and registration page branded with company logo (as Presented by…) Database of registered attendees for marketing purposes

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Logo prominently displayed at sponsored function

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Signage throughout the convention and expo Item in convention registration bags

Diamond—$100,000 •

Recognition as Convention Diamond Sponsor with brief remarks during convention kick off press conference

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Brief welcoming remarks (2-3min) during the Conference Opening Reception Opportunity to provide brief remarks at the Presidential Awards Gala or another mutually agreed upon meal event (2-3 min) Speaking opportunity during the conference at Exposition Ribbon Cutting (2-3 min) Exclusive exhibit space with priority placement at exposition Three reserved tables for 10 at Presidential Awards Gala

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Two reserved tables for 10 at each Luncheon upon request Logo prominently displayed at sponsored function

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Photo opportunities with LULAC leadership and speakers (available only of allowed)

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One minute video spot to be played during your sponsored event (provided by sponsor)

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One page article in LULAC News, Convention issue regarding the company or an executive One full-page color ad in the LULAC News convention issue

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One page letter with picture of corporate official in convention program One convention program back cover (subject to availability) or two full-page color ads Attendance at selected VIP functions Twenty full corporate registration packages

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Convention website landing page branded with company logo Signage throughout the convention and expo


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Item in convention registration bags

GENERAL CONVENTION SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES CONTINUED…………. Presidential—$75,000 •

Recognition as Convention Presidential Sponsor with during convention kick off press conference

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Opportunity to provide brief remarks at the Presidential Awards Gala or another mutually agreed upon meal event (2-3 min) Speaking opportunity during the conference at Exposition Ribbon Cutting (1-2 min) Exclusive Exhibit Space with priority placement at Exposition Two reserved tables for 10 at Presidential Awards Gala or another mutually agreed upon meal event

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Two reserved tables for 10 at each Luncheon upon request One minute commercial video spot to be played during your sponsored event (provided by sponsor)

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One full-page color ad in the LULAC News convention issue Photo opportunities with LULAC leadership and speakers (available only of allowed)

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One page letter with picture of corporate official in Convention Program One Convention Program back cover (subject to availability) or two full-page color ads Attendance at selected VIP functions Fifteen full corporate registration packages

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Convention website landing page branded with company logo Signage throughout the convention and expo Item in convention registration bags

Judicial—$50,000 •

Recognition as Convention Judicial Sponsor with during convention kick off press conference

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Opportunity to provide brief remarks at a mutually agreed upon meal event (2-3 min) Exclusive Exhibit Space with priority placement at Exposition Two reserved tables for 10 a mutually agreed upon meal event

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One reserved tables for 10 at each Luncheon upon request Logo prominently displayed at Sponsored Function

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One full-page color ad in the LULAC News convention issue

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One page letter with picture of corporate official in Convention Program One Convention Program back cover (subject to availability) or two full-page color ads Attendance at selected VIP functions Ten full corporate registration packages

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Senatorial—$35,000 • • • • •

Convention Senatorial Sponsor in conference marketing materials Four 10'x10' Exhibit Spaces One reserved table for 10 at mutually agreed upon meal event Full-page color ad in convention program Five full corporate registration packages

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Congressional—$25,000 • • • •

Convention Congressional Sponsor in conference marketing materials Two 10'x10' Exhibit Spaces Full-page color ad in convention program Three Full Corporate Registration Packages and Attendance at Selected VIP Functions

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Convention website landing page branded with company logo


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Signage throughout the convention and expo Item in convention registration bags

Patriot—$15,000 • • • •

Convention Patriot Sponsor in conference marketing materials One10'x10' Exhibit Space Half-Page Color Ad in Convention Program and web link One Full Corporate Registration Packages and Attendance at Selected VIP Functions

• Convention website landing page branded with company logo • Signage throughout the convention and expo • Item in convention registration bags FEATURED MEAL EVENTS SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES DATE/TIME EVENT DESCRIPTION: Opportunity Reception: Join us to kickoff LULAC National Convention and Expo. Tuesday, July 7 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm This event is full excitement as we provide a brief preview of the convention and expo which features important national and local speakers and elected officials, workshops, and panels. Attendance: 600 Sponsorship Levels: Host Sponsor: $25,000 Presenting Sponsor: $50,000. Wed., July 8 6 pm to 10 pm

Utah Celebration: Hosted by local LULAC Utah councils, This event highlights the best that Utah has to offer. It features local cuisine from around the state, music by local artist and showcases the Utah culture and traditions; join us to learn more about what Utah has to offer. Attendance: 900 Sponsorship Levels: Host Sponsor $35,000, Presenting Sponsor $100,000.

Thur., July 9 Noon to 2 pm

Unity and Partnerships Luncheon: Promotes unity among Hispanics and other communities in the United States. Highlights LULAC’s corporate and government partnerships. This is the perfect forum to promote your initiatives with LULAC. Speakers focus on working together to make America stronger. Attendance: 900 Sponsorship Levels: Host Sponsor $35,000 Presenting Sponsor $100,000.

7 pm to 9 pm

Youth and Young Adults Awards Dinner: Emphasizes LULAC Youth programs and features an elegant awards presentation for LULAC’s young future leaders. Attendance: 800 Sponsorship Levels: Levels: Host $35,000, Presenting Sponsor $100,000

Friday, July 10 7:30 am to 9 am

LNESC Breakfast: Hosted by the LULAC National Educational Service Centers, this event celebrates LULAC’s educational and STEM programs as well as our National Scholarship Fund. Attendance: 400 Sponsorship Levels: Levels: Host $20,000, Presenting Sponsor $75,000.

Noon to 2 pm

Women’s Hall of Fame Luncheon: Focuses on the contributions made by Latinas to the U.S. it also celebrates Latinas leaders who have made a difference in their communities and the country. This event also features the induction of 5 women into the LULAC Women’s Hall of Fame. Attendance: 1000 Sponsorship Levels: Levels: Host $50,000, Presenting Sponsor $100,000

6 pm to 7 pm

Presidential Reception: Kicks off the main and best attended evening of the convention. This black tie event features Hispanic leaders from throughout the U.S. Attendance: 900 Sponsorship Levels: Levels: Host $35,000 Presenting Sponsor $75,000.


2015 LULAC National Convention & Exposition 7 pm to 9 pm

Presidential Awards Banquet: This magnificent black-tie event highlights individuals who have given outstanding service to the Hispanic community throughout the year. Top national leaders deliver keynote address. Attendance: 1200 Minimum Sponsorship Level: Levels: Host $50,000 Presenting Sponsor $100,000.

Saturday, July 11 7 pm to 11 pm

Concierto: Voces Unidas por America: Features top Latino entertainment in an event that is open to the public and free of charge. Attendance: 3000 Sponsorship Levels: Levels: Host $35,000 Presenting Sponsor $100,000

Benefits: Presenting Sponsor:

Event branded as Presented by…opportunity to provide remarks (3-5 min), email blast to conference attendees marketing the meal event, 30 sec video spot, mentioned during presidents welcome, logo displayed during the event in gobos (provided by sponsor) and screen, two branded tables with priority placement, sponsor can provide marketing materials and giveaways during event.

Host Sponsor:

Event branded as Hosted by… 30 sec video spot, mentioned in emcee remarks, logo displayed during the event gobos (provided by sponsor) and screen, one branded table with priority placement, sponsor can provide marketing materials and giveaways during event.

ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE: The LULAC Youth Preconference and Conference brings several hundred youth from across the country. The youth (ages 12-18) and young adults (ages 18 to 24)go through an extensive leadership development and training program that exposes them to educational and career opportunities, as well as it allows them to learn about colleges and universities in the area. As part of the program these youth must complete at least two community service projects during their time in the host city. PRESENTING SPONSOR: $50,000, HOST SPONSOR: $35,000 YOUTH WORKSHOP $20,000

IN-KIND SERVICES OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Convention Program Book Registration Bags Youth Leadership Conference Young Adults Leadership Conference Latinos Living Healthy Expo Showcase Sponsor/VIP Lounge Federal Training Institute Convention Program Book Convention Badges Shuttle Transportation Town Hall Sponsorships Convention Marketing Circular Conference Web Site

25,000 25,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 20,000 20,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 50,000 10,000 10,000

Printing Commemorative poster, promotional brochure.

Communication Equipment Walkie-talkie radios, cellular phones, fax machines.

On-Site Office Computers, printers, photocopy machines.

Ground Transportation Shuttle service, rental vehicles.

Air Transportation


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Pocket Agenda Workshops Press Room Panelist/Speaker sponsorship

5,000 15,000 3,000 10,000

Complimentary tickets for speakers and VIPs.

Promotional Advertisements Advertisement placements to promote convention.

For More Information: For convention sponsorship and exhibiting information and registration, please contact the LULAC National Office at (202) 833-6130 X 105, or email: [email protected] or for more detailed information visit our website at: www.LULAC.org/convention.
