Applied Net 2014 Partner Prospectus SEPTEMBER 15 - 18, 2014 WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN AND DOLPHIN RESORT ORLANDO, FLORIDA WWW.APPLIEDNET.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 1 THE world’s largest meeting of independent insurance agents and brokers >> Access to more >> Increase your than company’s visibility agents and brokers and build brand awareness 2,200 98% 98% 98% 98% 98 34% 98% 98% % ATTENDEES WOULD RECOMMEND THIS CONFERENCE TO A COLLEAGUE 34 % 34% 34% 34% AGENCIES IN ATTENDANCE THAT HAD AT LEAST 50 USERS; MANY OVER 100 >> Network with industry leaders, agency and brokerage executives, decision influencers and IT professionals 23% 23%34% 34% OWNER AND EXECUTIVES IN ATTENDANCE Attendance has increased 100% by since 2011 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 2 THE must attend 2014 industry event 23% 32% 19% 32% 19% 11% 14% 11% 14% <<< 14% Midwest 32%23%32% 14%23% 23% Canada 11% 32%19% 19%11% 11%14% 14% UK 1% 11% 14% Northeast West 23% 19% 14% Southeast <<< More than 2,200 attend Applied Net Graphics based on Applied Net 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 3 32% Why exhibit at the Applied Net Conference ? Maximize your visibility at the largest event for independent insurance agents and brokers Applied Net is the premier annual conference, exhibition and networking event for insurance professionals who use Applied software. As the world’s largest and fastest-growing event for independent agents and brokers, Applied Net offers you the Carriers Vendors Maximize the time spent with your existing agents to drive upsell and cross-sell opportunities, and develop new agency relationships opportunity to reach more 2,200 professionals who make and influence purchasing decisions. As an exhibitor, you have the opportunity to showcase your company and brand to thousands of independent agents, brokers and other insurance professionals. >> Access more than 2,200 agents and brokers who make buying decisions everyday >> Encourage existing customers Generate leads to grow your business to explore new products Associations >> Reinforce existing relationships with your agents and brokers, and engage with new ones Position yourself as an industry thought leader FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 4 Be visible to more than 60,000 insurance professionals Drive brand awareness with sponsorship and exhibit opportunities CURRENT PARTNERS PLATINUM GOLD SILVER Imperial PFS Allied Insurance Chubb Travelers EMC Insurance The Cincinnati Insurance Companies Harleysville Insurance The Hartford CNA The Hanover Group InsureSign The Motorists Insurance Group Progressive Resource Pro SMART IT Services Westfield Insurance Zywave FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 5 Become a partner for year-round benefits Gain year-round benefits with the ASCnet Benefit Partnership Program Partnering in the ASCnet Benefit Partnership Program provides year-round visibility to more than 60,000 insurance professionals worldwide. By becoming an ASCnet Benefit Partner, you receive: APPLIED NET EXPOSURE ELECTRONIC BENEFITS REGIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ASCNET ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS On-site program guide advertisement Scrolling logo on ASCnet.org ASCnet membership General sessions Name, logo and link on Benefit Partner page of ASCnet.org Recognized as Benefit Partner at ASCnet chapter meetings and all webinars Signage Website Mobile app Full conference registration Priority booth selection for 2015 Exhibitor registration discounts Opportunity to promote your news through ASCnet Access to local ASCnet chapters as guest speaker and supporter Access to ASCnet online community ASCnet newsletter Recognition on the ASCnet website on Associate member page Logo or company link on ASCnet promotions and e-newsletter Company mention on ASCnet social media sites To customize your sponsorship package, contact Lynn Walsh, director of business development, at lynnw@ascnet.org or 800.605.1045. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 6 Take advantage of a customized package Partner Sponsorship opportunities Applied Net 2014 PACKAGE COMPONENT OPTIONS PLATINUMGOLD Keynote Sponsor X Reception X Cocktail Station X Continental Breakfast X Water Station X Luncheon X SILVER Refreshment Break X Reception Food Station X Entertainment X Mobile App X Cyber Café Room Drop X X Bag Insert On-site Program Guide X X Schedule At-A-Glance X Applied Net Scholarship X Charging Station X To customize your sponsorship package, contact Lynn Walsh, director of business development, at lynnw@ascnet.org or 800.605.1045. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 7 What you need to know as an exhibitor Exhibit details EXHIBITOR FAQS What is included with booth space? Each 10’ x 10’ booth includes two complimentary registrations, one lead retrieval, one 6-foot draped table, two chairs, wastebasket, booth sign and free WiFi. How can my organization be featured in the Applied Net on-site guide? How can I receive information on my organization becoming an ASCnet associate member and qualifying for exhibit pricing at the member rate? Email a description of your company (50 words or less, subject to editing) and an authorized logo. Logo must be Contact Lynn Walsh at 300 dpi eps. Submit to Lynn lynnw@ascnet.org, or Walsh, lynnw@ascnet.org by 800.605.1045. June 1, 2014, with the subject line “Applied Net Logo.” EXHIBITOR PRICING Per each 10’ x 10’ booth space ASCnet Member $3,250 NonMember $3,500 To reserve booth space, signed contract and full payment by check or credit card must accompany your Exhibit Space Contract, included in this document. ASCnet and Applied Systems will make every effort to assign your first choice of space. Occasionally, two or more exhibitors might request the same space, so we require that each application specify a first, second and third choice. Booth assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis. Be sure to submit your Exhibit Space Contract early for the best selection. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 8 Who are some past exhibitors ? 2013 Conference Exhibitors ACORD AFCO-Prime rate AIS Technology ALLIED Insurance American Institute for CPCU American Specialty Insurance & Risk Services, Inc. EMC Insurance Companies Lumtron Technologies, Inc. Progressive Casualty Insurance Company Encompass Insurance Midwest IT Solutions Project CAP EQP! Accounting The Mines Press Qualcorp, Inc. etfile The Motorists Insurance Group ReSource Pro FIRST Insurance Funding Corp. Fujitsu Computer Products of America, Inc. Applied Systems, Inc. Hagerty Insurance, LLC AppRiver The Hanover Insurance Group Archway Computer Axis Backup, Inc. BenefitPoint/PL Rating Chubb Group of Insurance Companies The Cincinnati Insurance Companies CNA Courtesy Computers, Inc DocStar DocuSign FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com Harleysville Insurance The Hartford Imperial PFS Independent Agent Magazine Multi Printing Solutions MySalesResults The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research RPost US, Inc. Salesgenie from Infogroup Targeting Solutions Selective Insurance Company of America National Insurance Producer Registry SEMCAT Quoting Software New Empire Group Ltd. Sertifi eSignatures NIF Group Smart I.T. Services, Inc. The Omnia Group The Travelers Companies PaperWise, Inc. Trend Micro Insurance321.com Patra Corporation Insurance Automation Group PersonalUmbrella .Com Work At Home Vintage Employees, LLC (WAHVE) InVEST Liberty Mutual Insurance LTI Network Consulting Group Preferred Property Program, Inc. Zywave Premium Assignment Corp APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 9 AN opportunity that can’t be missed Applied Net has grown exponentially since 2011, increasing attendance by 100 percent. Take advantage of the industry’s largest gathering of independent agents and brokers. With international exposure to North American and U.K. attendees, you can promote your brand, products and expertise at Applied Net. SEPTEMBER 15 - 18, 2014 WALT DISNEY WORLD SWAN AND DOLPHIN RESORT ORLANDO, FLORIDA WWW.APPLIEDNET.COM Sign up online to reserve your booth now FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT: www.appliednet.com APPLIED NET PROSPECTUS 2014 // 10 September 15-18, 2014, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort | Orlando, FL EXHIBIT SPACE CONTRACT Complete form and return with required payment to address/fax numbers listed below. Read next page for rules and regulations. KEY CONTACT INFORMATION Please print clearly or type name and address where confirmation and exhibitor service kit should be sent. Key Contact for Arrangements: ______________________________________ Second Point of Contact: ________________________________________ Name Displayed on Badge: ________________________________________ Name Displayed on Badge: _____________________________________ Email: _________________________________________________________ Email:_______________________________________________________ Address:_______________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ City: __________________________________________________________ City:________________________________________________________ State/Prov, ZIP/Postal Code: ________________________________________ State/Prov, ZIP/Postal Code:______________________________________ Phone:________________________________________________________ Phone:______________________________________________________ Fax: __________________________________________________________ Fax:________________________________________________________ EXHIBIT INFORMATION (As it will printed in the on-site program guide.) Exhibiting Company Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address:_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: _____________________________________________________ Fax:____________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________________________________ State/Prov, ZIP/Postal Code:_________________________________________ Website: ____________________________________________________ Contact Email:____________________________________________________ General Company Description (50-word maximum)____________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CHOICE OF BOOTH LOCATIONS Exhibitors we would PREFER to be located near: _____________________________________________ Please read “Assignment of Space” policy on page 2 of Exhibit Space Contract. (Please choose different areas of the hall) _____________________________________________ 1st Choice:_____________________________________ Exhibitors we would PREFER NOT to be located near: 2nd Choice:____________________________________ _____________________________________________ 3rd Choice:_____________________________________ _____________________________________________ EXHIBIT PRICING per each 10’ x 10’ booth space (ASCnet members must be in good standing at the time of purchase and the event to qualify for member rate.)_ ASCnet Member Non-Member $3,250 $3,500 PAYMENT: Full payment for each booth space requested must accompany the Exhibit Space Contract. There will be a $100 charge on all returned checks. Payment may be made by check, VISA, MasterCard or American Express. # of Booths: Payment Amt.: $___________________Check #:___________________________________ Credit Card Payment Amt.: $___________________3- or 4-digit CVV:____________________________ Check One: VISA MasterCard American Express Card #: ________________________________________________ Exp Date:____________________ Cardholder Name (print):_______________________________________________________________ Cardholder Signature:_________________________________________________________________ Address:___________________________________________________________________________ State/Province, ZIP/Postal Code :_________________________________________________________ EACH 10’ x 10’ BOOTH INCLUDES: > Two (2) complimentary registrations > Lead retrieval/scanning device > Free WiFi > Six-foot draped table > Two (2) chairs >Wastebasket > Booth sign w/ company name & booth # IMPORTANT: To be included in the on-site guide, please email a description of your exhibit company of 50 words of less (subject to editing) and an authorized logo. Logo format must be 300 dpi eps and submitted to Lynn Walsh at lynnw@ASCnet.org. Subject line should read “Applied Net Logo.” Description and Logo MUST be received by June 1, 2014, to be included. www.appliednet.com EXHIBITOR ACCEPTANCE: The undersigned is authorized to enter into this contract and understands this contract becomes valid when accepted by ASCnet. The undersigned agrees to abide by all of the terms, conditions, rules and regulations of this contract, and to all conditions under which exhibit space at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, Orlando, FL is leased to Applied Systems, Inc. The undersigned agrees to accept the space assigned and to accept reassignment by Applied Systems, Inc. or ASCnet if it deems it necessary. Exhibitor agrees not to use Applied Systems, Inc. or ASCnet’s name, initials or logos in any advertising or communications programs without the express written consent of Applied Systems, Inc. or ASCnet. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE (Required For Valid Contract) COMPANY NAME DATE PRINTED NAME TITLE FAX CONTRACT TO: (224) 220-1443 or MAIL TO: ASCnet, Inc., 2340 S. River Road, Suite 311, Des Plaines, IL. Checks must be a U.S. institution, and made payable to Applied Net. 2014 Applied Net Exhibitor Contract 1/2 2014 APPLIED NET EXHIBITOR AGREEMENT 1. GENERAL: This agreement, properly executed by Exhibitor (as listed below), shall upon written acceptance and notification of space assigned by Applied Systems, Inc. constitute a valid and binding agreement between Exhibitor and Applied Systems, Inc., (“Applied Systems”). Applied Systems, in coordination with Applied Systems Client Network, Inc. (“ASCnet”), reserves the exclusive and total right to control all aspects of the conduct of ASCnet’s annual Technology, Education, and Networking Conference (“Applied Net”); and both Applied Systems and ASCnet specifically, reserve the right to determine the eligibility of any company for participation in the event, the right to accept or reject any agreement, agreement and/or registration of any company or individual for Applied Net, and to invalidate any prior approved Exhibitor’s executed agreement. Applied Net is held for and open to ASCnet members and invited guests, as determined by the discretion of Applied Systems and ASCnet. Applied Systems and ASCnet retain the unilateral right and authority to deny access to or remove any individual or group that poses a threat, causes or may cause a legal confrontation, possesses an adverse posture to the goals and objectives of Applied Systems and/or ASCnet, or engages in disruptive actions or activities during an ASCnet or Applied Systems function. Requests for exhibit space may also be refused or booth space restricted due to space limitation or other reasons determined by Applied Systems. Applied Systems reserves the right to render all interpretations and decisions, should questions arise, and to establish further regulations as may be deemed necessary to the general success and wellbeing of the show. Applied Systems’ decision and interpretations shall be accepted as final in all cases. The acceptance of this agreement does not carry nor imply Applied Systems’ or ASCnet’s endorsement of any product or service. Exhibitor agrees to conform to all rules and regulations stated within this agreement on pages one and two. Breaches or infractions of this agreement may jeopardize the right to exhibit at forthcoming ASCnet or Applied Systems events. 2. GOVERNING LAW, VENUE, JURY WAIVER, LIMITATIONS ON ACTIONS: The parties acknowledge that this Agreement is accepted at Applied Systems’ home office and that significant activities relating to the performance of this Agreement occur at Applied Systems’ Illinois home office. Therefore, this Agreement and the relationship between the parties, and all activities directly or indirectly related thereto shall be governed by, and interpreted in accordance with, the laws of the State of Illinois. The parties consent to the jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts of the State of Illinois for any action or claim brought by Exhibitor against Applied Systems and/or ASCnet, and the courts of the State of Washington for any action or claim brought by Applied Systems and/or ASCnet against Exhibitor. This exclusive law and venue provision is an important element of the basis of the Agreement between Exhibitor and Applied Systems. Any action, claim, or suit, whether based in contract, strict liability, or tort, (including any action, claim, or suit based on negligence) relating to this Agreement or in any way relating to the relationship between the parties must be filed within the lesser of: (a) two years from the date the cause of action accrues; or (b) as provided by relevant Illinois statutes of limitations law. To the extent permitted by law, trial by jury is waived for any action between the parties. 3. PAYMENT FOR SPACE: All agreement s must be accompanied by payment in full. Checks must be in U.S. funds drawn on a U.S. institution, and made payable to Applied Net VISA, MasterCard and American Express may also be accepted, at Applied Systems’ and ASCnet’s discretion. We regret that agreements not accompanied by full payment will not be processed. No space assignment will be made prior to payment of the space rental. Exhibitors with a balance due, other than for exhibit booth space, will not be allowed on the exhibit floor until the balance is paid. 4. CANCELLATION/REFUND: Booth deposits are nonrefundable, except as otherwise expressly provided herein. Booth space cancellations must be submitted in writing. Cancellations are effective on the date written notification is received by Applied Systems. A fifty percent (50%) refund of full payment will be given for cancellations received on or before August 16, 2014. Exhibitors canceling space after August 16, 2014 will be responsible for payment in full of the original requested space, and may jeopardize the right to exhibit at future ASCnet or Applied Systems’ shows. It is further understood and agreed that cancellation and/or nonpayment releases back to Applied Systems for its disposition any and all exhibit space that may have been previously assigned. 5. EXHIBITOR RULES AND POLICIES: Specific terms and conditions apply to this event. Exhibitor agrees to the terms and conditions set forth in Exhibit A (Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, Orlando, FL “Convention Services Policies and Procedures”) attached and incorporated herein to this agreement. Exhibitor acknowledges that such terms and conditions may be modified, and/or additional terms and conditions imposed, up to and during the event, and Exhibitor agrees to comply with any such modifications and additional terms and conditions upon notice thereof. 6. GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS: The following general rules and regulations apply to this event. In the event of a direct conflict between the following rules and regulations and the terms and conditions set forth in Exhibit A, the terms and conditions of Exhibit A shall control. Determining whether or not a conflict exists is within the sole discretion of Applied Systems. Exhibitors will be admitted to the Exhibit Area one hour prior to the show opening on the first day and one half hour prior thereafter. Exhibitors must leave immediately when the Exhibit Area closes each day. Any special arrangements for access at any other time must be requested in writing to show management. All company representatives, models and demonstrators must be age 18 or older and must be registered as exhibit booth personnel. No video recording or photographing of an Exhibitor’s display will be allowed without the permission of the Exhibitor with the exception of Applied Systems. This agreement gives permission for ASCnet and Applied Systems to use photographs of exhibits and exhibiting attendees in promotional materials and on its web sites. Applied Systems reserves the right to request modification of any questionable exhibit or activity and to refuse to permit excessive noise, distribution of souvenirs, advertising matter or anything else which it may consider objectionable. Any Exhibitor promotions delivered to individual guest rooms in any of the conference hotels during the conference must be approved in advance by Applied Systems. Specific rules apply regarding the distribution of any food or beverage items. See Exhibit A and refer these questions to Applied Systems’ Marketing department. Exhibitor assumes full responsibility for complying with all governing laws and regulations including, but not limited to, the assumption of any and all costs which are due from the use of patented, trademarked, franchised, or copyrighted music, materials, devices, processes, dramatic rights, use of any name, likeness, signature, voice or other impression, or other intellectual property owned or claimed by any 3rd party, which may be used, directly or indirectly, by the Exhibitor as a part of or incorporated in its exhibit or on its behalf. Exhibitor shall also be responsible for and must obtain any and all licenses or permits required for the use of the foregoing. Exhibitor agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless ASCnet and Applied Systems, its officers, employees and agents from any claims, damages, fines, penalties or costs, including legal fees, which might arise out of Exhibitor’s infringement or violation of the laws and/or regulations or from questions of use of any such material described above. 7. VENUE RULES AND REGULATIONS: The exhibitor assumes all responsibility for any and all loss, theft, or damage to exhibitor’s displays, equipment and or property while on Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin premises and hereby waives any claim or demand it may have against Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin arising from such loss, theft, or damage. 8. FIRE AND SAFETY HAZARDS: All exhibit decorations must be fire retardant. No open flames may be used, nor may canopies be erected over exhibits. No combustible objects including packing containers and/or wrapping paper may be stored behind displays or near any electrical wiring. Exhibitor agrees to take necessary measures to safeguard visitors from any hazard associated with its exhibit. SMOKING IS NOT ALLOWED IN THE EXHIBIT AREA. 9. ASSIGNMENT OF SPACE: Booth assignments are made on a combination of a point system based on dollars spent with Applied Systems, the date the agreement with full payment is received by Applied Systems and the availability of requested space. Applied Systems reserves the right to assign the best space available when the requested space is not available. Applied Systems also reserves the right to assign booth space based on other equitable considerations, to alter the exhibit floor plan, to change location assignments or relocate the Exhibit Area at any time as it may deem necessary. 10. LIABILITIES: The Exhibitor, by signing this agreement, agrees to hold harmless and indemnify Applied Systems, ASCnet, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, and their respective employees, representatives, agents, successors and assigns, for any and all damages to property, as well as any and all damages due to bodily or personal injury, that Exhibitor may suffer or cause during installation or removal of the exhibit or during the exhibition itself, including liabilities from robbery, fire, accident, or any other destructive cause and for all injuries to any persons, resulting from its exhibiting at this conference. Exhibitor will be held responsible for any damage done to the building by it, its employees, its agents or its independent contractors. No nails, tacks or screws may be driven into the floor, walls or woodwork of the building. Neither ASCnet nor Applied Systems, its members and employees, will be liable for failure to hold the conference as scheduled. Payments for the booth space will be returned in the event of cancellation by Applied Systems, except that any actual expenses incurred or committed in connection with the conference will be prorated and deducted if the conference is canceled because of fire, an act of God, the public enemy, strike, epidemic, or any law or regulation of public authority which makes it impossible, impractical, or illegal to hold the conference. 11. INSURANCE: Exhibitor agrees to obtain and keep in affect during the Event a commercial general liability insurance policy with a combined single limit for personal injury and property damage of $1,000,000.00 per occurrence and $2,000,000.00 in the aggregate. Upon request, Exhibitor will provide certificate(s) of insurance confirming such coverage to Applied Systems, Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin, and/or any other applicable party as directed by Applied Systems. 12. MISCELLANEOUS: In no event shall Applied Systems or ASCnet be liable to Exhibitor, directly or indirectly, for loss of anticipated profits, or consequential, punitive, incidental, or special damages. Except for damages arising out of the gross negligence or intentional tortuous misconduct of Applied Systems or ASCnet, in no event shall an award for damages against Applied Systems or ASCnet exceed the fee paid by Exhibitor to Applied Systems in relation to this agreement. No terms or provisions hereof shall be waived and no breach excused, unless such waiver or consent shall be in writing and signed by the party claimed to have waived or consented. Any consent or waiver by a party of a breach by the other shall not constitute waiver of, or excuse for, any other different or later breach. All terms shall be interpreted in such a way as to be valid or enforceable while preserving to the fullest permissible extent the intent and agreements of the parties as set forth in this agreement. If any provision of this agreement is found to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalid term will be severed from the remaining portion of this agreement, which will continue to be valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. Exhibitor may not transfer or assign (in whole or part) this agreement without written permission from Applied Systems, and any attempt to do so shall be void. This agreement is a result of arm’s length negotiations between the parties, both of whom were represented by counsel or had adequate opportunity to seek counsel or be represented by counsel. As a result, no part of this document should be construed against either party as the drafter. Each party waives any potential claim of ignorance as to the terms and conditions of this agreement. Sections 2, 7, 8, 11, and 13 shall survive the termination or cancellation of this agreement. This agreement, including all attachments contains the entire agreement between the parties, and Applied Systems is not bound by any representations or inducements not set forth herein. Exhibitor has not relied on any material representations or warranties that have not been set forth herein. AGREED AND ACKNOWLEDGED Applied Systems, Inc.___________________________________ Exhibitor:___________________________________________________ Signature:____________________________________________ Signature:__________________________________________________ Printed Name: ________________________________________ Printed Name:_______________________________________________ Title: _______________________________________________ Title:______________________________________________________ Date: _______________________________________________ Date:______________________________________________________ 2014 Applied Net Exhibitor Contract 2/2