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CFMA’S 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE + EXHIBITION

LEARN more EARN more

CFMA & you

JUne 27 - July 1

2015 exhibitor PROSPECTUS

609.945.2409 • www.cfma.org

CONSTRUCTIONFINANCIALMANAGEMENTASSOCIATION

CONSTRUCTIONFINANCIALMANAGEMENTASSOCIATION

CONSTRUCTIONFINANCIALMANAGEMENTASSOCIATION

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about

Founded in 1981, CFMA is the only organization dedicated to providing construction financial professionals with

unparalleled career development and networking opportunities. Along with publishing the award-winning

CFMA Building Profits, CFMA offers educational, professional, and connection programs through its 89 chapters,

Annual Conference, and online learning to more than 6,600 members. CFMA members are CFOs, controllers, and

treasurers working at major commercial construction contractors in general, subspecialty trades, and heavy

highway sectors, as well as those professionals who service these industry financial professionals, such as

accountants, surety agents, bankers, and IT specialists. For more information about CFMA, visit www.cfma.org.

Follow CFMA on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

2015 exhibition SCHEDULEat a glance*

CONSTRUCTIONFINANCIALMANAGEMENTASSOCIATION

CONSTRUCTIONFINANCIALMANAGEMENTASSOCIATION

CONSTRUCTIONFINANCIALMANAGEMENTASSOCIATION

SATURDAY, JUNE 272:00pm – 6:00pmExhibition Setup & Registration

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 8:00am – 1:00pm Exhibition Setup & Registration

3:00pm – 5:00pm Exhibition Open

5:00pm – 6:00pm First-Time Attendee Mixer with Exhibitors

6:00pm – 7:30pm Welcome Reception with Exhibitors

MONDAY, JUNE 29 2:30pm – 4:15pm Exhibition Open

5:00pm – 7:00pm Networking Reception with Exhibitors

TUESDAY, JUNE 30 9:15am – 10:45am Booth Selection for CFMA’s 2016

Annual Conference & Exhibition June 25-June 29, 2016

JW Marriott Hill Country Resort & Spa

San Antonio, TX

12:15pm – 2:00pm Luncheon with Exhibitors Prize Drawings

2:00pm – 5:00pm Exhibition Teardown

* All dates & times are subject to change.

10 hours dedicated to the Exhibition and social events with the Exhibitors

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“In my industry, one sale is the

difference between a so-so year and

a successful year. CFMA’s Annual

Exhibition is the best place to make

that one crucial contact, to make

that one vital sale.”

Technology Exhibitor, CFMA’s Annual

Conference & Exhibition

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If your market includes the CFOs,

controllers, and top financial

professionals in construction,

then you need to reserve a booth

at CFMA’s 2015 Exhibition.

why exhibit in chicago?

CFMA’s Conference

For more than 30 years, professionals across North America have respected CFMA’s

Annual Conference & Exhibition as a premier source of information about every aspect

of construction financial management.

Each year, the quality educational opportunities and engaging networking events attract

hundreds of construction financial professionals. That’s hundreds of leads, all in one spot.

CFMA’s Exhibition draws these high-level attendees –

people with the power to BUY

CFMA’s membership includes most of ENR’s Top 100 Design-Build Firms, Top 400 General

Contractors, and Top 600 Subcontractors. CFMA Exhibition attendees work for:

• General Contractors

• Subcontractors

• Heavy & Highway Contractors

• Developers

• Construction Managers

• Industry Service Suppliers

• Material & Equipment Suppliers

Sixty-five percent of respondents to CFMA’s Conference Evaluations are expected to buy

an exhibitor’s product or service in the next year and more than half of respondents

described themselves as decision-makers or influencers in these product categories:

• Banking & Financial Services

• Estimating Software

• Financial & Estate Planning

• HR & Benefits Administration

• Imaging Software

• Insurance/Surety & Bonding

• Job Costing/Accounting/Payroll/Software

• Management Consulting

• Project Management Software

“Nothing replaces a face-to-face meeting,

but in this day and age, it costs too much

to meet each potential client. At CFMA’s

Annual Exhibition, I can talk to many

people without spending a fortune.”

Insurance Exhibitor, CFMA’s Annual

Conference & Exhibition

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previous exhibitors 2011-20143t Systems, Inc.

AboutTime Technologies

AccuBuild Construction Software

ACS Connect – Resource Commander

alliantgroup, LP

American Construction Benefits Group

AMSI, an Infor Company

Anterra Technology, LLC

Arch Insurance Group

Asta Development

Aurie LLC

Austin Lane Technologies, Inc.

Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP

Best Offer Arbitration

BID2WIN Software Inc.

BKD, LLP

Brink’s Money

CBIZ & Mayer Hoffman McCann P.C.

CertFocus

CEM Business Solutions

CICPAC

CLC Lodging

CliftonLarsonAllen LLP

CMiC

CNA

COINS

Comdata

Compsee

Computer Generated Solutions

Computer Guidance Corp.

Construction Business Owner

Construction Executive Magazine

Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)

Construction Imaging Systems

Construction Industry Solutions

Control Solutions POSDATA

Cooper Corporate Solutions

Creative Lodging Solutions

Data-Basics Inc.

Data-Maxx Technologies

Dexter + Chaney

EarthWave Technologies – Fleetwatcher

Electronic Funds Source

eMars Inc.

Employers Group

Enterprise Fleet Management

EPAY Systems, Inc.

Equential

Erisk Consulting/ Paperless Environments

eSUB Construction Software

et alia, LLC

Event 1 Software, Inc.

ExakTime

Explorer Software Group

FMI Compensation

Foundation Software

Gallagher Construction Services

GCPay.com

GE Capital Fleet Services

Genesis Imaging

Glenn M. Gelman & Associates

Grant Thornton LLP

Greenlight Compliance Solutions

GRT Business Solutions, Inc.

Hard Dollar

HCSS

HEAVYWORKS – Powered by maestro*TECHNOLOGIES

HIKUU

Hitachi Solutions

ICCIFP

IRMI

Jonas Construction Software

Kronos

Maestro Software

Management Planning, Inc.

Maxwell Systems, Inc.

McGladrey, LLP

McGraw-Hill Construction

McGriff, Seibels & Williams, Inc

Meridian Systems

Microsoft Dynamics

mJobTime Corporation

Mobile Software Services, Inc.

Moss Adams LLP

National Association of Construction Auditors

National Equipment Register

National Registered Agents, Inc.Naylor LLCNewforma Oman SystemsOnsite OHSPalazzo, Inc.Palmer Consulting Group LLC

PanasonicPaperless Environments, LLC

PartnerShipPAS, Inc.Payment SolutionsPenta Technologies, Inc.Philadelphia Insurance Companies Piracle, Inc. Secure Payment SolutionsProEst Estimating SoftwareProfitool, Inc.Projectmates/Systemates, Inc.Promotions ’R’ Us, Inc.Requordit Inc.RMP Capital Corp.Ron Turley Associates, Inc.SageScanner One, Inc. (Canon)SIS SoftwareSmartBidNet Smart ComplianceSolutions 360, Inc. Spitfire Management, LLC.T-Chek Systems (Electronic Funds Source, LLC)TexturaThe Hartford Financial

Services GroupTimberscan by Core Associates TimeScanTravelersTurner Surety and Insurance Brokerage, Inc.Union BankUnion Leasing, Inc.U.S. Immigration & Customs EnforcementVeritas Advisory Group, Inc.Viewpoint Construction SoftwareWells Fargo Insurance ServicesWennSoftWestern Computer

Winning Technologies, Inc.Xpress Host Inc.Your Logo GloveZlienZurich Construction

as of 5/14/14

June 27-July 1, 2015Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers301 East North Water Street Chicago, IL 60611 877-866-9214 www.sheratonchicago.com

CFMA Room Rate $215 per night

hotelinformation

Your booth will be among the industry’s top providers of construction

financial products and services.

Your competition will be there . . . WILL YOU?

Here are a few of the many types of exhibitors you’re likely to see:

• Accounting & Other Software Providers

• Banking & Financial Services

• CPA Firms

• HR Management & Benefits

Administration

• Insurance

• Management Consulting

• Surety & Bonding

exhibitorinformation

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conference sponsorshipThis is the only Conference focused exclusively on the specialized education needs of construction financial professionals and executives.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to reach the key market for your products and services!

◆ • Demonstrate your company’s dedication to and focus on

to the construction industry

◆ • Increase your company’s brand awareness among

key influencers and decision makers

◆ • Create consumer preference and brand loyalty

◆ • Create positive corporate public relations

◆ • Reinforce your company’s positioning

◆ • Gain recognition for your company as a “key player”

in the construction industry

◆ • Support and enhance your existing sales

promotions, campaigns, and objectives

◆ • Set your company apart from your competitors

◆ • Your logo printed in the Conference brochure that is

distributed to all CFMA members and posted on CFMA’s

Annual Conference & Exhibition website

◆ • Your 100-word company profile in the Conference

& Exhibition Guide

◆ • Your logo posted on our Conference website

◆ • Your logo prominently featured in e-blasts to

potential conference attendees

◆ • Your company name announced at the General Sessions

◆ • Prominent signage at your sponsored event

◆ • Prominent signage at the Exhibition Hall and

General Session entrance

What can a CFMA conference

sponsorship do for you?

All Sponsors Receive Enhanced Promotion to CFMA Members & Conference Attendees

Available Sponsorship Opportunities

CFMA’s 2015 Annual Conference & Exhibition offers you highly visible

opportunities to reach critical influencers and key decision-makers

throughout the U.S. and internationally – from GCs to subs that

operate in all aspects of the construction industry.

This is the only Conference focused exclusively on the specialized

educational needs of construction financial professionals and

executives. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to reach a key market

for your products and services. These exclusive opportunities are

offered on a first-come, first-served basis, so act now!

Annual Conference & Exhibition

Sponsorship Opportunities

Closing Night Party Investment | $50,000 (2 Available)

Live Webcast Sessions Investment | $30,000 (2 Available)

Welcome Reception with Exhibitors Investment | $25,000 (2 Available)

Networking Reception with Exhibitors Exclusive Investment | $25,000

Meeting Space Wi-Fi Provider Exclusive Investment | $20,000

Professional Headshots in your Exhibit Booth Investment | $20,000

General Session Three Available (Inspirational, Motivational, and Industry Specific) Exclusive Investment | $15,000

Free Access Exclusive Investment | $15,000

Internet Café Exclusive Investment | $15,000

Learning Journal Exclusive Investment | $15,000

Audio Visual Investment | $10,000 (5 Available)

Golf Tournament Exclusive Investment | $10,000

Annual Conference Mobile Application Exclusive Investment | $10,000

Water Bottles and Hydration Station Exclusive Investment | $10,000

Dawn Peer Groups Investment | $10,000 (6 Available)

Refreshment Breaks Investment | $10,000 2 Available (Saturday and Tuesday)

Investment | $5,000 3 Available (Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday)

Relaxation Station Exclusive Investment | $10,000

Chicago Charity Event (TBD) Investment | $8,000

Mini-Conferences Exclusive Investment | $7,500 (6 Available)

Lanyards Exclusive Investment | $5,000

Cell Phone Charging Station Exclusive Investment | $5,000

Pocket Agenda Investment | $5,000

Conference Pen/ Stylus/Highlighter Exclusive Investment | $5,000

General Conference Partner Investment | $4,000

Golf Hole Sponsor Investment | $500

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exposure : Get in front of high-level prospects with the power to buy. It’s the only Exhibition that delivers the construction financial professional to you on trade show floor.

access: One Full Conference registration with each 10'x10' space, which provides access to all educational sessions, meal functions, and networking events; plus one exhibits only registration.

prospects:Complimentary Exhibition passes, so you can invite your most promising prospects, even if they aren’t attending the Conference.

reference:A free listing in CFMA’s Web and Mobile Conference App, which tells every Conference attendee about your company and serves as a handy reference all year long. Enhanced listings available with Deluxe Booth Package.

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CFMA’S 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITIONCONTRACT FOR EXHIBIT SPACE

Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers • Chicago, IL • June 27 – July 1, 2015Print or type all information.The Rules & Regulations following this Contract are hereby made part and parcel of this Contract. Read the enclosed Exhibitor Rules and Regulations carefully prior to completing this Contract.

Company Name: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: ______________________________________________________________________State/Province: _______________________________

Zip: _________ Website: ____________________________________________________ Telephone ( ) ______________________________

In accordance with the Contract for Exhibit Space, Rules & Regulations, I, ____________________________ hereby accept the terms for exhibiting at CFMA’s 2015 Annual Conference & Exhibition,

and as they may be amended from time to time by CFMA. I hereby represent that I have the authority to sign this Contract, a binding agreement between my employer and CFMA.

Authorized By:Name: ____________________________________________________________________________ Title: ______________________________

Signature: _________________________________________________________________________Date: _______________________________

Official Identification — The name of the Exhibiting firm is to appear in all promotional material with capitalization, abbreviation (if any), and punctuation as follows:

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Exhibitor Agent — The name and title of the individual who is to receive all future Exhibitor correspondence from CFMA and/or its agents:

Name: ____________________________________________________________________________ Title: _______________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City: _____________________________________________________________________ State/Province: _______________________________

Zip: __________ E-Mail ________________________________ Telephone ( ) ______________________ Fax ( ) ______________________

Special Requests — Booth Assignment Space Request – Using the Exhibit floor plan, indicate your first, second, third, and fourth booth space requests:

1st # _____________ 2nd # ______________ 3rd # _____________ 4th # _____________

**CFMA’s Web and Mobile Conference App: Extend your company’s presence and reach with a full year (4/1/15-3/31/16) of exposure to decision-makers. Your company’s featured profile in the Mobile Conference App may contain: Company Name, Company Logo, Booth Number, Description/Bio, Website Links, and Twitter Handle. Additional booth dimensions available; see reverse side of this contract for additional costs.

Contact List: Add value to your show presence by purchasing a pre- or post-show contact list – or both! Contact list includes: Name, Company, Address, Phone, and Opt-In E-Mail Addresses. Contact lists will include all registrants as of May 15, 2015.

________ Pre-Show Contact List $250 ________ Post-Show Contact List $250 ________ Pre- and Post-Show Contact List $475

Non-Refundable Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of $500 per 10' x 10' booth space reserved is required at the time of booth selection. See the Rules & Regulations following this Contract for Exhibit Space for additional “Exhibition Fees and Payment” Information.

Booth Package: $_______________ Contact List: $_______________ TOTAL: $_______________

Payment

m Check Enclosed for $ _________ U.S. Funds m Charge $ _________ to my m VISA m MasterCard m AMEX

Credit Card # _________________________________________________ Exp. Date _______

Signature ____________________________________________________________________________________

CFMA Use Only

Booth Selection Number(s):

_________________________

CFMA Staff Name:

_______________________

Contact Jenny Spriggs • P: 609.945.2409 • F: 609-452-0474 • E: [email protected] checks payable to: Construction Financial Management Association (CFMA)

Mail to: CFMA’s 2015 Annual Conference & Exhibition • 100 Village Blvd. • Suite 200 • Princeton, NJ 08540. Exhibitor, please retain one copy of this contract.

MEMBER RATE: Standard Booth Includes: One (1) 10' x 10' booth space and a listing in CFMA’s Web and Mobile Conference App.

_____10' x 10' Standard Booth $3,000_____10' x 20' Standard Booth $6,000

Deluxe Booth Includes: One (1) 10' x 10' booth space and a featured listing in CFMA’s Web and Mobile Conference App** for one year.

_____10' x 10' Deluxe Booth $3,500 _____10' x 20' Deluxe Booth $6,500

NON-MEMBER RATE: Standard Booth Includes: One (1) 10' x 10' booth space and a listing in CFMA’s Web and Mobile Conference App.

_____10' x 10' Standard Booth $3,600_____10' x 20' Standard Booth $7,200

Deluxe Booth Includes: One (1) 10' x 10' booth space and a featured listing in CFMA’s Web and Mobile Conference App** for one year.

_____10' x 10' Deluxe Booth $4,300 _____10' x 20' Deluxe Booth $7,900

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CFMA’S 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE & EXHIBITIONEXHIBIT SPACE RULES & REGULATIONS

Contact Jenny Spriggs • P: 609.945.2409 • F: 609-452-0474 • E: [email protected]

Contract for Space The receipt by the Construction Financial Management Association (hereinafter referred to as “CFMA”) of Exhibitor’s signed contract will constitute a binding contract for the right to use the space allocated. In the event of fire, strikes, or other circumstances beyond CFMA’s control, CFMA shall have no liability or obligation to refund any portion of Exhibitor’s payment. Nevertheless, CFMA may determine, in its sole discretion, that a portion of Exhibitor’s fees have not been expended or encumbered, then CFMA may refund the balance.

Space Assignment Assignments of space will be based on a booth selection lottery to be held at CFMA’s Annual Conference & Exhibition. After the booth selection lottery, CFMA will endeavor to accommodate Exhibitor’s choice of space in the order in which Exhibitors’ contract is received; however, CFMA reserves the sole discretionary right to assign different space. In the event that Exhibitor wishes to display items that cannot be contained in the space provided, Exhibitor shall promptly notify CFMA of this fact and, at CFMA’s sole discretion, different space may then be assigned. CFMA reserves the right to bar the use of Exhibits that will interfere with other Exhibitors, attendees or others at the Exhibition, or which create any hazards to the public.

Space Rental Standard Provisions All booths are 10' x 10' unless otherwise indicated and will be constructed with an 8-foot-high back drape and 3-foot-high side rails. Each 10' x 10' booth includes: (a) a 6-foot draped table; (b) two side chairs; (c) one wastebasket; (d) a one line identification sign (7" X 44") with name of company; (e) one Full Conference registration; and (f ) one ”Exhibits Only” registration. Any and all requirements beyond the aforementioned standard provisions (including, but not limited to: additional or special furnishing & carpet; electrical/lighting; telephone/internet/AV; lead retrieval; etc.) must be ordered through CFMA’s designated Exhibition Services Contractor. All expenses for these items, including exhibit installation/dismantling costs, without limitation, are the sole responsibility of the Exhibitor. An Exhibitor Kit will be provided to each Exhibitor no later than 60 days prior to show start date.

Exhibition Fees & Payment See the Contract for Exhibit Space for prevailing Standard and Deluxe Booth Package Fees. For spaces larger than 10' x 20', add $3,000 (member) or $3,600 (nonmember) for each additional 10' x 10' space added to your package; plus an additional $500 deposit per space. A $500 non-refundable deposit per 10' x 10' space is required with Exhibitor contract with payment in full due no later than January 16, 2015. After January 16, 2015, PAYMENT IN FULL is required with Exhibitor contract. Failure to pay Exhibition fees in full by January 16, 2015 may result in forfeiture of Exhibit space. CFMA retains the right to reassign this forfeited Exhibit space and no refunds shall be granted.

Exhibitor Registrations Included with each 10' x 10' space rental are 2 booth personnel: one “Full Conference” registration (access to all Conference and social events) and one ”Exhibits Only” registration (access only to exhibit area and events in the exhibit hall). You may upgrade one “Exhibits Only” registration to a “Full Conference” registration for an additional cost of $500. Additional booth personnel may be added as “Exhibits Only” for a cost of $250 per person. All Exhibitor registrations for booth personnel are due to CFMA no later than April 3, 2015. Registrations received after April 3, 2015 are subject to a $150 per person administrative fee. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Official Conference Housing The Official Conference Hotel for CFMA’s 2015 Annual Conference & Exhibition is the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers. As an exhibitor, you are required to stay at the Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers where CFMA has established a specially-negotiated rate for the conference. Please visit cfma.org/hotel_travel for information on booking your room.

Installation and Dismantling of Exhibits Installation of Exhibits may occur from 2:00pm-6:00pm on Saturday, June 27, 2015 and 8:00am-1:00pm on Sunday, June 28, 2015. All Exhibits shall be dismantled by 5:00pm on Tuesday, June 30, 2015. Any Exhibits not dismantled by that date and time shall, at CFMA’s option, become the property of CFMA. Times are subject to change.

Inspection of Exhibits All Exhibits must be ready for inspection by the CFMA staff at 1:00pm on Sunday, June 28, 2015. No Exhibitor will be allowed to set up their display after 1:00pm.

Exhibit Restrictions Exhibits must conform to the size of their rented space and must not obstruct the view of or interfere with other Exhibits. All demonstrations,

discussions, or other activities, such as the distribution of descriptive literature of any kind, must be confined to Exhibitor’s rented space; Displays shall not be placed in such a manner as to interfere with other Exhibitors. Exhibitor may not assign or sublet rented space. CFMA reserves the right to ban or eject from the Exhibit Hall any Exhibitor which does not follow these policies, and said Exhibitor shall forfeit any and all payments for space rental and any other fees incurred.

Failure to Occupy Space Any space not occupied by 1:00pm on June 28, 2015 shall be deemed forfeited by Exhibitor and no refund shall be granted. CFMA may reassign such space, at its discretion, without any obligation to Exhibitor.

Shipping and Storage Information on shipping, storage, and associated fees will be outlined in the Exhibitor Kit provided by CFMA’s designated Exhibition Services Contractor. An Exhibitor Kit will be provided to each Exhibitor no later than 60 days prior to show start date.

Exhibit Decorator (Above what is provided in Exhibitor booth fee) Space Rental, electrical needs, telephone needs, floral arrangements, audio/visual needs, and Internet access must be ordered on the forms provided in the Exhibitor’s Kit. Exhibitor is required to use CFMA’s designated Exhibition decorating services company.

Shipping and Storage Information on shipping and storage will be outlined in the Exhibitor’s Kit provided by CFMA’s designated Exhibition decorating services company. Storage fees and shipping dates will be in the Exhibitor’s Kit.

Protection of CFMA and CFMA’s Designated Exhibition Decorating Services Company Exhibitor assumes entire responsibility and hereby agrees to protect, indemnify and save CFMA, CFMA’s designated Exhibition Services Contractor, audio/visual company, and Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, or any of their respective employees and agents, harmless against all claims, losses, or damages to persons or property, governmental charges, or fines and attorney’s fees arising out of or caused by Exhibitor including, but not limited to, Exhibitor’s installation, removal, and maintenance. Occupancy or use of the Exhibition premises or a part thereof excludes any such liability caused by the sole negligence of CFMA, CFMA’s designated Exhibition Services Contractor, audio/visual company, and/or Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, or any of their respective employees, representatives, and agents.

Insurance Coverage A certificate evidencing Comprehensive General Liability Coverage must be provided to CFMA by April 27, 2015 (60 days in advance of the show move-in date). CFMA does not need to be listed as an additional insured on the certificate. Exhibitor acknowledges that CFMA, CFMA’s designated Exhibition Services Contractor, audio/visual company, and Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, do not maintain insurance covering Exhibitor’s property and that it is the sole responsibility of Exhibitor to obtain business interruption and property damage insurance covering such losses by Exhibitor. Exhibitor expressly waives any claims it may otherwise have against CFMA for business interruption or damage to any property.

Admission CFMA shall have sole discretion determining admission policies at all times. Suppliers/vendors of goods or services who are not official Exhibitors will be prohibited from entering the Exhibition hall. Badges must be worn at all times; Badge swapping/loaning is strictly prohibited. CFMA reserves the right to ban or eject from the Exhibit Hall any Exhibitor which does not follow these policies, and said Exhibitor shall forfeit any and all payments for space rental and any other fees incurred.

Refund Policy All signed contracts received by CFMA Headquarters are considered binding. All deposits are non-refundable. However, if payment in full was received, a 50% refund will be granted upon written notice of cancellation received by CFMA no later than January 16, 2015. After January 16, 2015, no refunds will be granted.

Exhibitor Financial Obligations CFMA reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel any previously reserved Exhibit space in the event that the Exhibitor has an overdue invoice of 90 or more days payable to CFMA. If the Exhibitor is past due 30 days or more for any payment due to CFMA or its affiliates for any purpose, then any deposits, advances, fees, or similar payments previously paid to CFMA or its affiliates for any purpose may, in CFMA’s sole discretion, be subsequently applied to satisfy (in whole or in part) this past due balance, and any reservations secured by such deposits or similar payments may be cancelled. Further, in CFMA’s sole discretion, any subsequent payments received by CFMA or its affiliates may first be applied against overdue balances payable to CFMA or its affiliates.