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2027 Vendor Prospectus

Sunday, January 31 - Tuesday, February 2, 2027

Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center
Atlantic City, NJ

Dear Vendors,

The New Jersey Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects is pleased to invite you to take part in our 2027 Annual Meeting Conference on January 31 - February 2, 2027 at Harrah’s Waterfront Conference Center in Atlantic City. This prospectus outlines exhibit, sponsorship and advertising opportunities at the upcoming conference.

Each year, Landscape Architects and allied professionals from New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland— and beyond—come together to learn about new products, make connections, and earn professional credits.

NJASLA 2027 EXPO and sponsorships have been designed to maximize your exposure, establishing more lasting connections. As a participant, your company will have the opportunity to connect with more than 700 design professionals and discover firsthand why the NJASLA Annual Meeting Conference is one of the largest and most successful state chapter conferences in the country.

Sponsorships

PREMIER SPONSOR: $10,000

Includes large expanded EXPO booth in Premium location! 

  • Full conference registration for ONE member of your firm
  • ONE premium position in the EXPO Hall or in the Lobby
  • Video ad to play prior to one keynote session per day (maximum 1 min duration)
  • Logo recognition on the front page of the Program Booklet
  • Logo recognition and website link on the NJASLA Annual Meeting Conference (AMC) website banner
  • Logo recognition and website link on registration website
  • ONE full page ad in Program Booklet (location to be determined by AMC)
  • Logo and website link on NJASLA social media accounts (no more than twice on three accounts)
  • and NJASLA Today Newsletter (no more than twice)
  • Featured Logo position on opening slide of the big screens prior to keynote sessions
  • Post conference comprehensive list of attendees
GENERAL SPONSOR: $5,000

Includes EXPO booth!

  • General Sponsor recognition on the NJASLA AMC website
  • ONE half-page ad in the Program Booklet
  • General Sponsor Logo and website link on NJASLA social media accounts (no more than once on
  • three accounts) and NJASLA Today Newsletter (no more than once)
  • Recognition daily on the big screen in the keynote sessions room
  • Featured position of your company name in the exhibitor and sponsor section of the Program Booklet
  • Post conference comprehensive list of attendees
PREMIER and GENERAL SPONSOR LEARNING LAB: $500 for 30 minutes

Only available with a Premier or General Sponsorship

You’ll have the opportunity to share your products and services with the NJASLA community during our Monday’s EXPO Lunch in a reserved location just for you. Find your target audience and directly engage with attendees during the lab. You’ll have:

  • 30 minutes scheduled session during Monday’s EXPO Lunch
  • Advertisements for your Learning Lab or Workshop on our website’s Socials page
  • Advertisements listed in our Social Media accounts and Newsletter, one time prior to event
  • Listing in our website’s Program Schedule & Booklet

BENEFITS OF LEARNING LABS:

  • Direct Engagement
  • Targeted Audience
  • Brand Visibility
  • Lead Generation
  • Feedback and Insight
LEARNING LAB’S SPONSOR: EXCLUSIVE $4,500

You’ll have the opportunity to share your products and services with the NJASLA community during our Monday’s EXPO Lunch in a reserved location just for you. Find your target audience and directly engage with attendees during the lab. You’ll have:

  • 30 minutes scheduled session during Monday’s EXPO Lunch
  • Advertisements for your Learning Lab or Workshop on our website’s Socials page
  • Advertisements listed in our Social Media accounts and Newsletter, one time prior to event
  • Listing in our website’s Program Schedule & Booklet
  • Company logo showcased prominently on custom plexiglass noise canceling wall.
FUNDRAISING SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY: $3,500 AT COASTAL CRAFT | EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY

EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY

This is an exclusive opportunity to show your support by sponsoring this Fundraising Event at Harrah’s Resort in a reserved restaurant space just for this event! All proceeds are going to support the NJ-ASLA Education Foundation, which is an amazing organization that focuses on increasing minority representation at all levels of landscape architecture practice and academia. Join us for an unforgettable night with an open bar and excellent music and friends!

  • Recognition at the Fundraising Event with table for promotional material
  • Recognition at the Fundraising Event with an opportunity to talk about your company
  • Logo inclusion and hyperlink on event dedicated social media promotions
  • NJASLA Today Newsletter posting after the event with Logo and website link
  • Recognition during the last Keynote of the day prior to the event
WELCOME COCKTAIL RECEPTION SPONSOR: $3,500 | EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY: $6,000

Includes Marketing Table during the Event!

  • Recognition on the NJASLA Conference website home page and sponsor page
  • Recognition at the Welcome Cocktail Reception on Sunday February 1st, 2026
  • Logo inclusion and hyperlink on the event dedicated social media promotions
  • Recognition daily on the big screen in the keynote sessions room
  • Product booth to display merch and products at the Reception
NJASLA ANNUAL DESIGN AWARDS: $3,500 | EXCLUSIVE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY $6,000

A highlight of the conference every year, the NJASLA Annual Design Awards will offer pronounced visibility over the course of the three-day live event. This year, the Awards Ceremony will again include a dedicated page on the NJASLA AMC website featuring Sponsor logos. And you can bring marketing material to the Design Awards Ceremony to share!

  • Recognition on the NJASLA conference website and the Sponsor page
  • Recognition at the Design Awards Presentation Ceremony and Reception
  • Recognition in the printed Design Awards Brochure featuring all winners
  • Daily recognition on the big screen in the keynote sessions room
EVENT DINING SPONSOR: $4,500

Benefits of sponsoring any one of these events include the following:

  • Recognition on the NJASLA Website home page, schedule and sponsor pages
  • Recognition at the event you sponsor with (2) 22” x 28” lollipop stands
  • Recognition of your company in the sponsor section of the Program Booklet
  • PLUS A SPECIAL SHOUT-OUT DURING THAT MEAL OVER THE MICROPHONE!
NJASLA DIVERSITY INITIATIVE: $1,000

A powerful fixture at the NJASLA AMC, the Diversity Initiative has been a leading voice in advocacy and community building since 2018. In 2025, the DI will once again feature leading professionals and advocates who will explore the existing and future implications of diversity in our practices.

  • Recognition in the NJASLA AMC website schedule and sponsor pages
  • Logo inclusion and hyperlink on event dedicated social media promotions
  • Recognition at the Diversity Initiative Sessions
DESIGN CHARETTE: $1,000

Help support an incredible group of young, future designers and sponsor the NJASLA Design Charette. The Design Charette is a staple at the conference, playing host to students from the Atlantic County Institute of Technology. Lead by their instructor, Drew Holmes, they showcase designs for a local, public park and share their experiences throughout the process.

  • Recognition in the NJASLA AMC website schedule and sponsor pages
  • Logo inclusion and hyperlink on event dedicated social media promotions
  • Recognition at the Diversity Initiative Sessions
COFFEE BREAK SPONSOR: $1,500

EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY

  • Logo displayed at all coffee stations and break areas
  • Branded signage such as “Coffee Break Provided by [Sponsor Name]”
  • Logo on event website, program, and agenda (next to break times)
  • Verbal recognition before or during the break
CHARGING STATION SPONSOR: $3,000

EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITY

  • Exclusive recognition as the Charging Station Sponsor
  • Logo prominently displayed on all charging stations and signage
  • Branded signage such as “Power Up, Courtesy of [Sponsor Name]”
  • Logo included on event website, program, and signage
  • Verbal acknowledgment during announcements
CUSTOM SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The NJASLA AM Committee is also offering custom opportunities for sponsorship for the NJASLA  2025 Conference. Below are a few, but not all, possible sponsorship opportunities – benefits for which  will be customized. 

If you have any ideas you’d like to discuss with the NJASLA Annual Meeting Committee team, please  reach out to SMcFarland@njpsi.com.

NJASLA AM PROMOTIONAL PARTNER

Help us get the word out before, during and after the conference! Promotional Partners customized  benefits may include dedicated company content on our award-winning social media and  communication platforms; alignment with signature events within the AM; dedicated communication  outreach.  

Provide your support in promoting our event! We provide Promotional Partners one full registration to  attend the conference, recognition on the NJASLA Conference website home page and sponsor page,  in the Program Booklet and daily on the big screen in General Sessions. 

 

SUPPORTING SPONSOR: $1,000
  • Supporting Sponsor recognition on the NJASLA AMC website homepage and sponsor page
  • Featured position of your company name in the sponsor section of the Program Booklet
  • Quarter page ad in the Program Booklet
KEYNOTE SESSION SPONSORSHIP: $1,000 PER SESSION

Interested in a little more exposure for your company, services and products? Sponsor a session and get that extra name recognition!

  • Name printed in the program booklet under your session’s details
  • Name listed on the NJASLAConference.com website under that session’s details
  • Your logo shown on the opening slide of the session you sponsor
  • Your logo and a link to your website on social media posts when we advertise the
  • speaker(s) and session details online
  • Logo printed in program book under the session

This is the perfect opportunity to shine above the rest and have your name recognized throughout multiple platforms!

PLANT SPONSOR

Got plants? Showcase your variety of plants throughout the conference by becoming our Exclusive Plant Sponsor! Work directly with the team to select appropriate size of trees, shrubs and perennials for multiple spaces.

  • Recognition for being the event’s Exclusive Plant Sponsor on the NJASLA Conference website
  • Recognition in the event’s Program Booklet
  • Exclusive Plant Display on stage for every Keynote and Concurrent Session in Wildwood 4

NJASLA AM PROMOTIONAL PARTNER

Help us get the word out before, during and after the conference! Promotional Partners customized benefits may include dedicated company content on our award-winning social media and communication platforms; alignment with signature events within the AM; dedicated communication outreach.

Provide your support in promoting our event! We provide Promotional Partners one full registration to attend the conference, recognition on the AM Website home page and sponsor page, in the onsite program and daily on the big screen in General Sessions.

SETUP TIMES

SATURDAY AT 8 - 10 PM | SUNDAY AT 8 AM - 2 PM

(loading dock will be available starting on SUNDAY at 7 AM)

Join us at the NJASLA Annual Meeting Conference for TWO DAYS of pronounced visibility through our acclaimed EXPO! Space allocation and booth assignments are made based on the number of booths reserved and receipt of payment. All single booths are 6’ x10’ (unless otherwise noted), with 8’ backdrop, 3’ side rails, and one 7” x 44” sign with exhibitor’s name. Aisle space cannot be used for exhibit or demonstration purposes.

  • Join the EXPO to reconnect with your network and meet new customers, employees, students, and strategic business opportunities!
  • The EXPO hall will now be open Sunday starting at 3pm and will close Tuesday at 1pm – YOU
  • MUST HAVE YOUR SPACE READY BY SUNDAY AT 3PM.
  • Monday and Tuesday meal functions and breaks on the exhibit floor.
  • Social events during which you can meet and mingle with attendees in a relaxed, professional atmosphere.
  • Opportunities to meet your brand needs and goals.
  • EXPO vendors receive post event attendee list!
  • ONE MEMBER OF YOUR TEAM CAN ATTEND CEU SESSIONS FOR A DISCOUNTED RATE.

Register early for the best booth placement!

EXPO RATES

Booth Space By December 5, 2026 After December 5, 2026
Single $1,800 $2,000
Single Premium* $2,000 $2,200
Double** $3,200 $3,400
Triple** $4,400 $4,600
Quad** $5,600 $5,800

* Premium Booths include all end or corner booth locations
**Any Double, Triple or Quad Booth with an adjoining Premium Booth location will require an additional $200

If you have questions, contact Stephanie McFarland at smcfarland@njpsi.com or at (609) 393- 7500.

EXPO FLOOR PLAN

EXHIBITOR SCHEDULE

Saturday, January 30

8pm — 10pm
Exhibitor Setup

Sunday, January 31

8:00am — 2:00pm
Exhibitor Setup

7:00pm — 8:30pm
Student & Professional Meet & Greet

8:00pm — 9:30pm
Welcome Cocktail Reception (with appetizers!)

Monday, February 1

8:00am — 10:00am
Breakfast in the EXPO Hall

1:00pm — 3:00pm
Lunch & Visit the EXPO Vendors

5:15pm — 5:45pm
EXPO Hall Refresment Break

7:00pm — 8:00pm
NJASLA Design Awards Presentation

8:00pm — 10:00pm
Awards Reception in the EXPO Hall

Tuesday, February 2

8:00am — 10:00am
Breakfast in the EXPO Hall

12:30pm — 2:00pm
Lunch & Visit the EXPO Vendors

***2:00pm
Exhibitor Booth Breakdown Begins

ADVERTISING

ADVERTISING SPECIFICATIONS & FEES – PRINT

Advertising opportunities in the onsite program are available for those who wish to have an expanded presence at the AM. Advertising fees are calculated based on frequency, position, and format(s) selected. Specifications for ad space are shown below. Questions? Please contact Kelly Biddle at kbiddle@njpsi.com or 609-393-7500.

PROGRAM BOOKLET ADVERTISING

An advertisement in the 2027 NJASLA Annual Meeting Program Booklet will be seen by more than 600 landscape architects and allied professionals! Below are the options available for the Annual Meeting Program Booklet.

PREMIUM AD SPACE

  • Full page, inside front or back cover: $850
  • Full page, center spread left or right: $700

STANDARD AD SPACE

  • Full page: $650
  • Half page horizontal: $350
  • Quarter Page: $250

Ad Specifications: Color advertising only. No bleeds. All ads must be sent in electronic format prepared at a minimum of 300 dpi. Acceptable files types: PDF (preferred for best results), JPEG, TIFF, & EPS formats are also acceptable. Please prepare your artwork to the dimensions listed; measurements represent the full live space allowed.

Ad copy must be sent to Kelly Biddle at kbiddle@njpsi.com by December 5, 2026. Questions regarding ad rates or specifications, please email or call Kelly at 609-393-7500.

Deadline: Order, payment, and ad/copy art due December 5, 2026 – no exceptions.

ADVERTISING SPECIFICATIONS & FEES—DIGITAL—$250

For those who wish to have an expanded presence on the AM website!

Questions? Please contact Kelly Biddle at kbiddle@njpsi.com or 609-393-7500.

Ad copy must be sent to Kelly Biddle at kbiddle@njpsi.com by December 1, 2023. Questions regarding ad rates or specifications, please email or call Kelly at 609-393-7500

Deadline: Order, payment, and ad/copy art due December 1, 2023 – no exceptions.

Terms and Conditions: Payment in full must be received by December 1, 2023. This advertising order is voidable only upon written notification received no later than 5:00 pm, December 1, 2023.

HOTEL ROOM RESERVATIONS

Saturday 1/30 – Wednesday 2/3

Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City is pleased to offer a special rate of $65.00, per room, single or double occupancy, plus taxes, tourism fees and $15.00 per night, per room Resort Fee which includes complimentary in-room internet access for 2 devices per room, per night and $5 voucher towards self parking in the garage. A 48-hour advance notice is required to cancel without a penalty.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Requests for cancellation must be received in writing no later than December 5, 2026, and must be approved by the Committee for reasonable cause. A non-refundable administrative fee of 10 percent will be deducted from the refund amount. No refunds can be given after the stipulated date. Contact Stephanie McFarland at smcfarland@njpsi.com or at (609) 393-7500.

EXHIBITION/DISPLAY INFORMATION

Harrah’s staff will maintain the aisle and areas throughout exhibition hours. Additional equipment, at your expense, can be arranged through AEX/TexasXpo. Phone 609-272-1600. An AEX representative will be on hand during the scheduled setup hours. Exhibitors can reserve space by registering at www.njaslaconference.com. You will receive information on drayage costs, electrical service, and other services upon receipt of your completed registration and payment. Space is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. Every effort shall be made to give exhibitors their chosen locations. Management reserves the right to assign exhibitors to the best alternate space, in the event their choices are unavailable, or for the betterment of the exhibition. Registration at multiple-booth discount rates is only
applicable to exhibitors of the same company registered under one (1) general business entity.

Exhibit Restrictions: No construction in the exhibit space shall exceed eight (8) feet in height and any construction more than four (4) feet in height must be kept within three (3) feet of the back line of the exhibit space. Management reserves the right to remove or eliminate any objectionable exhibits, persons, advertisements, souvenirs or any other feature or action which might harm or injure the high standards of the conference.

Security: After show hours the exhibit area will be locked: NJASLA will not be responsible for any items left in the exhibition area before, during or after the conclusion of the show. The exhibitor must have an attendant in charge of the exhibit each day during the hours the exhibit area is open.

Cancellation Policy: Requests for cancellation must be received in writing no later than December 5, 2026, and must be approved by the Committee for reasonable cause. A non-refundable administrative fee of 10 percent will be deducted from the refund amount. No refunds can be given after the stipulated date. Contact Stephanie McFarland at smcfarland@njpsi.com or at (609) 393-7500.

 Harrah’s Exhibition Services

Electrical: Arrangements shall be made directly through Harrah’s. Electrical order forms should be completed and returned to Harrah’s prior to the cut-off date. Prices vary depending on your needs. Orders made on-site (without prior arrangements with Harrah’s) are subject to late fees. Rates include only the bringing in of power lines to the booth and the primary connection of these lines to a piece of equipment that is already wired in the booth. Should wiring or connections beyond this primary connection be required, such wiring can be completed at a rate based on time and material. To avoid delay in installation, all equipment should be tagged and wired with full information as to the kind, current, voltage, phase, cycle, horsepower, etc., ready for connection.

Food Service: Harrah’s is the only licensed entity to provide food and beverages on our premises. All food and beverages must be supplied by the hotel. Any food and alcoholic beverages delivered or brought to the hotel will be refused without further notice. Food and beverages may be purchased directly from the Catering Department with advance notice.

Non-Flammable Materials: All materials used in the exhibit hall, ballroom or any other room of the hotel must be non-flammable to conform with the Fire Regulations of the State of New Jersey and City of Atlantic City. Electrical wiring and equipment installation must conform to the National Electrical Code and Electrical Code of Atlantic City. Nonconforming materials will be removed immediately at the exhibitor’s expense. Operation of engines, motors or any other equipment must have the consent of the Convention Services Manager at the hotel.

Special Notices: No nails or bracing wires used in the erection of displays may be attached to the building without the written consent of the Convention Services Manager at the hotel. All property destroyed or damaged by exhibitors must be replaced to its original condition by exhibitor or at the exhibitor’s expense.

Liability: The hotel and show management will not be responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to the exhibitor, the exhibitor’s employees, or property, or to any other person prior to, during, or subsequent to the period covered by the exhibit contract; provided said injury, loss or damage is not caused by the willful negligence or wrongful act of an employee of the hotel. Each exhibitor expressly releases the hotel and show management against any and all claims for such injury, loss or damage.

Insurance: Exhibitors are required to carry the appropriate insurance on their exhibits and equipment.

Counsel Fees Clause: In the event that NJASLA is required to commence any legal action in order to enforce any of the terms of this Agreement, in the event that NJASLA prevails or enters into a favorable settlement of such action, in addition to any award made by the Court, NJASLA shall be entitled to and the exhibitor shall pay to NJASLA its reasonable counsel fees, Court costs and other expenses incurred in pursuing such action.

Choice of Forums Clause: Any legal action by and between the parties to this Agreement shall be filed in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Mercer County, NJ.

Storage: Harrah’s will not accept packages (of ANY weight or size) addressed to any convention attendees/exhibitors. Package storage and fees are arranged strictly through AEX/TexasXpo. Please consult AEX/TexasXpo regarding their fees for services.

Material Handling/Arrival and Departure Procedures: AEX/TexasXpo is the official service contractor for this exposition. No freight or packages will be accepted at Harrah’s in advance of the show date. If you have questions on shipping or load in/load out OR would like to hire AEX/TexasXpo to assist, please contact AEX/TexasXpo at 609-272-1600.

Load In/Load Out:  AEX/TexasXpo is the official show decorator and in charge of the loading dock during our show. We strongly recommend that vendors use the services of AEX/TexasXpo for moving large and heavy materials onto the floor.  Please contact AEX/TexasXpo to work out a time to move your heavy equipment in and out of the facility through the loading dock.

  • Vendors may use the drive-up ramp behind the Conference Center, at the Loading Dock. Please note that you may NOT leave vehicles parked in this area.
  • Vendors may bring small packages from the Valet area to the Exhibit floor with the help of the Bellman.
    • Vendors may not, under any circumstances, use the main Conference Center entrance to load materials of any size in or out. Any vendor bringing in equipment or materials through the Conference Center entrance will be penalized and possibly ejected from the show.
    • EXHIBITS MAY NOT BE ERECTED WHILE THE EXHIBITION AREA IS OPENED TO REGISTRANTS.
    • EXHIBITS MAY NOT BE DISMANTLED UNTIL THE TRADE SHOW IS FORMALLY CONCLUDED.
    • All materials must be removed by the exhibitor at the conclusion of the show. The management reserves the right to remove any materials left at the conclusion of the show at the expense of the exhibitor.

Get In Touch

If you have questions, you may also contact Stephanie McFarland directly at smcfarland@njpsi.com or by phone or at (609) 393- 7500.

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