26th ANNUAL KENTUCKY INNKEEPER'S EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE,
& VENDOR SHOWCASE
HOSTED BY THE BED & BREAKFAST ASSOCIATION OF KENTUCKY
“INNspiration for Increased Revenue, Profit, and Satisfaction in 2014”
November 17th,at The University Club at UofL, Louisville, Kentucky
An educational conference for all Kentucky Innkeepers and Aspiring Innkeepers
to promote professional development, awareness of industry trends, and helpful tips
for increased business success.
Background information on the Bed & Breakfast Association of Kentucky (BBAK):
BBAK is a professional state B&B association, comprised of nearly 100 inspected bed and breakfasts, country inns, and guest houses. Only properties that pass a Quality Standards Evaluation earn distinction of membership. Members therefore represent the very best in personalized accommodations in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The innkeepers, associate members, and aspiring innkeepers that will attend this conference are an important market that you will want to meet and network with to promote your products and/or services. We hope to include your participation as well!
A Vendor Showcase will be hosted throughout the day onMonday, November17, from 9am-5pm, with 20-25 Vendors participating.
Included in the Registration Fee:
One display space consisting of a 6’ x 30” shirted table with 2 chairs
Table signage and name badge for each Vendor Representative
Listing in the conference program
An attendee list with complete contact information
Copy of BBAK Member Directory
Ample opportunity to interact with Innkeepers
Morning and Afternoon Breaks included
Lunch will be on your own, available at The University Club
Registered Vendors are invited to attend any workshop session as guests of BBAK
Free WiFi and electricity provided
Invitation to attend the Bourbon & Wine Reception, Sunday evening, 5pm-7:30pm
Thank you gift from BBAK
Marketing Opportunities for increased exposure: Workshop Speaker (limited), Door Prize contribution, Sponsorship of refreshment breaks, and/or Lunch or Evening Reception
Interested in Presenting a Workshop? ______
Set-up and Break-down:
Exhibitor Set-up Time is on Monday, November 17, 7am-7:30am. Conference Attendees will arrive and sign-in between 7:30am-8:30am, with the first general session starting at 8:30am.
To ship items ahead, please contact Todd Allen, BBAK Conference Planning Committee, 859.336.3075
Exhibitor Break-Down Time is on Monday, November 17, 5pm-7pm
“Exhibitor Door Prize Give-Away”: Each Exhibitor is requested to provide a gift item for BBAK’s Annual Silent Auction – a Fund Raiser for the “Better Way To Stay” promotional campaign.
Other Sponsorship Opportunities: Available in addition to Exhibitor Conference participation. You may wish to sponsor a lunch or morning/afternoon break. The cost for an EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP in each is as follows…
Exclusive Event Sponsorship: $500 (includes Keynote and/or Breakout Session)
Luncheon: $1000 (includes meal and exclusive speaking opportunity)
Morning AND/OR Afternoon Refreshment Break: $125 per break session
Conference Tote Bag: $250
Networking Social: $250
All sponsors will be recognized in conference program, announcement and signage at the event, and in post-conference BBAK newsletters and website.
If you would like to participate in the conference but cannot attend, you may opt to send material that will be inserted in conference bags for only a $50 fee – simply send your materials and/or samples to BBAK President, 2941 Perryville Rd., Springfield, KY 40069. Phone: 859.336.3075
Confirmation of your conference information will be mailed to you. We look forward to working with you! Thank you for your support and participation!
Special Needs: Please contact Todd Allen, BBAK President
for additional information, 859.336.3075 or .
The University Club
200 East Brandeis Avenue
Louisville, KY 40208
Website:
For Onsite Assistance, please call:
Kathy Logson, Catering Manager
502.852.0160
502.852.0163 FAX
2014 KENTUCKY INNKEEPER'S EDUCATIONAL CONFERENCE,
& VENDOR SHOWCASE
HOSTED BY THE BED & BREAKFAST ASSOCIATION OF KENTUCKY
Exhibitor Registration Form
I / We wish to participate in the Bed & Breakfast Association of Kentucky's conference, scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2014, at The University Club in Louisville, Kentucky.
Name(s) for Badge ______
Name of Business ______
Type of Business ______
Mailing Address ______
City______State ______Zip______
URL (web address)______Email______
Phone ______Fax ______
Registration:
BBAK Conference Fee: $95 ………………………….……………………………….$______
Additional representative(s) from same company: $45 each … ………………………$______
I / We will NOT be attending the conference, but wish to provide materials: $50...... $ ______
Join BBAK as an Associate Member: $50 discounted rate ($50 Savings)...... $______
(Website Listing and Link, Full Membership Roster, Feature in Quarterly Newsletter)
Sponsorships:
I / We wish to sponsor the following:
Conference Sponsorship: $500…………………………………………………………………………………………… $______
Lunch: $1000…...... $______
Morning Break: $125 …………………………………….………….………………………. $______
Afternoon Break: $125…………………………………….………….……………………… $______
Bourbon and Wine Reception: $250 ……..……………………………...……………………. $______
Conference Tote Bag: $250 ……………..……………………………………………………. $______
Total: $______
I / We wish to donate the following Silent Auction Gift Item: ______
I / We plan to attend the Sunday evening Networking Social (DuPont Mansion B&B): (FREE)..______
I/ We plan to attend the Restaurant Dine-Around Monday Evening (Optional/On Your Own)….______
Equipment Needs:
□ I will need electricity (no extra charge)
Please mail completed application and payment (cc or checks made payable to BBAK) by October 17th:
Bed and Breakfast Association of Kentucky
Mary Morrow & Associates, CPAs
1347 S. Third St., Suite 304
Louisville, KY 40208
502.638.0665 phone or 502.638.0910 fax
Credit Card Payment will also be accepted:
Card: V MC A D CC#______Exp______Verification#______
Name on Card______
Signature: ______
Cancellation Policy: Full refund if cancelled in writing by January 8th, less a $25 handling fee; NO REFUND after November 8th. Inclement Weather Cancellation, fees will be applied to re-scheduled dates or the following year’s conference dates.