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PO Box 206 Phone: (336) 835-9251 Website: www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com Elkin, NC 28621 Fax: (336) 835-9243 Email: [email protected] Dear Friends, Show your dental laboratory customers how important it is to work together with each other in the Industry at the: Fun ‘n Sun Weekend 32nd Annual Meeting July 20-23, 2017 Beau Rivage Hotel & Casino Biloxi, MS “Hottest Meeting in the Southeast” What’s CHANGED for 2017? c The former sponsors (Mississippi & Louisiana Dental Laboratory Associations) have merged to form the Dental Technicians Society, new sponsor of Fun ‘n Sun Weekend. c This is the same great meeting with some scheduling upgrades and enhancements to give you more UNOPPOSED dedicated exhibit hours and more UNOPPOSED dedicated time for demos and table clinics. You provide the education...we provide & process the CE credits. c 17 oversized booths available to those willing to provide Table Clinics and expanded demos during exhibit hours - for the same price as a standard booth offered on a first-come, first-served basis!!! Why should my company exhibit at Fun ‘n Sun? c You asked for more unopposed exhibit hours...we heard you...and we listened. Our new format includes 6.5 hours of unopposed, dedicated exhibit hours...unlike none other! No more stand- ing in the booth while seminars are going on! c Oversized booths available to those that offer Table Clinics and expanded demos during exhibit hours at the same price of a standard booth. c Opportunities abound for demonstrations and Table Clinics in your booth! Table Clinics are advertised complimentary with exhibit booth rental (see enclosed form & deadlines). c Fun ‘n Sun Fishing Tournament on Thursday - lots of fun and a great networking opportunity! c Complimentary parking for everyone! c Limited exhibit space increases your attendee to exhibitor ratio so REGISTER EARLY! Once space is gone, the opportunity has passed. c Enhanced sponsorship opportunities (see sponsorship form enclosed). c 2016 stats indicated potential buyers from 16 states & Canada. c It is the “Hottest Meeting in the Southeastand it has nothing to do with the weather! c Register early… your competitors will! Tristan Hall, CDT DTS President

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PO Box 206 Phone: (336) 835-9251

Website: www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com

Elkin, NC 28621 Fax: (336) 835-9243 Email: [email protected]

Dear Friends,

Show your dental laboratory customers how important it is to work together with each other in the Industry at the:

Fun ‘n Sun Weekend 32nd Annual Meeting

July 20-23, 2017 Beau Rivage Hotel & Casino Biloxi, MS

“Hottest Meeting in the Southeast” What’s CHANGED for 2017?

c The former sponsors (Mississippi & Louisiana Dental Laboratory Associations) have merged to form the Dental Technicians Society, new sponsor of Fun ‘n Sun Weekend.

c This is the same great meeting with some scheduling upgrades and enhancements to give you more UNOPPOSED dedicated exhibit hours and more UNOPPOSED dedicated time for demos and table clinics. You provide the education...we provide & process the CE credits.

c 17 oversized booths available to those willing to provide Table Clinics and expanded demos during exhibit hours - for the same price as a standard booth offered on a first-come, first-served basis!!!

Why should my company exhibit at Fun ‘n Sun?

c You asked for more unopposed exhibit hours...we heard you...and we listened. Our new format includes 6.5 hours of unopposed, dedicated exhibit hours...unlike none other! No more stand-ing in the booth while seminars are going on!

c Oversized booths available to those that offer Table Clinics and expanded demos during exhibit hours at the same price of a standard booth.

c Opportunities abound for demonstrations and Table Clinics in your booth! Table Clinics are advertised complimentary with exhibit booth rental (see enclosed form & deadlines).

c Fun ‘n Sun Fishing Tournament on Thursday - lots of fun and a great networking opportunity! c Complimentary parking for everyone! c Limited exhibit space increases your attendee to exhibitor ratio so REGISTER EARLY! Once

space is gone, the opportunity has passed. c Enhanced sponsorship opportunities (see sponsorship form enclosed). c 2016 stats indicated potential buyers from 16 states & Canada. c It is the “Hottest Meeting in the Southeast” and it has nothing to do with the weather! c Register early… your competitors will!

Tristan Hall, CDT DTS President

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Fun 'n Sun Exhibitor Information — 2017

The Beau Rivage Resort & Casino is located on the Mississippi Gulf Coast with 1,780 sleeping rooms. Many rooms offer a stunning view of the Mississippi Gulf or the Back Bay.

A few more features include:

• A warm climate and Beau Rivage’s waterside location offer guests opportunities for boating, fishing and relaxation on sandy beaches along the Gulf of Mexico.

• The resort’s lush, tropical pool area is set oceanside and includes a poolside café and bar for hotel guests.

• The resort’s 72,000 square foot casino features the excitement of table games and slot machines, offering 24-hour enjoyment.

• Beau Rivage offers 12 elegant restaurants featuring fine and family dining to suit every taste.

• The Spa & Salon offer a wide variety of personal services with facilities featuring stunning views of the Gulf of Mexico.

• Business travelers enjoy the luxury of a full-service business center.

• Unlimited local and 800 calls • Printing of boarding passes • Wireless internet services • Complimentary parking and pool access

MEETING LOCATION Beau Rivage Resort & Casino 875 Beach Blvd Biloxi, MS 39530 Local Phone: 228-386-7444 HOTEL RESERVATIONS 1-888-567-6667 Make reservations directly with hotel before June 28, 2017 (or before block fills)

You may also enter the following link into your browser:

https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_ei_new&eventID=12614480 Or access it through our website at www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com Group Name: Mississippi/Louisiana Dental Lab Assoc Group Rate(s): Sunday-Thursday: $143*; Friday-Saturday: $183*

*Plus a $9.00 resort fee and tax. Resort fee covers the following:

• Newspaper • Access to fitness facility • Bottled water (2 per guest room) • Access to notary Inclusions are subject to change without notice.

All rates are Single/Double; additional $20 per person per night for each third and fourth person—max 4 people per room (subject to change); does not include applicable taxes. **Rates cannot be changed after check-in or at check-out for guests that fail to identify their affiliation with the group at the time the reservation is made. Hotel guests must present a valid, state-issued form of identification and establish credit for incidental charges upon check-in which requires a $60 deposit. Beau Rivage may require the first night’s room and tax deposit accompany the reservation requests (a major credit card number may be used to guarantee a room in lieu of a deposit). The deposit is non-refundable if cancellation occurs within 48 hours of arrival. A 48-hour cancellation policy applies without penalty. Valet parking is available. AIRPORT Closest airport — Gulfport, MS (GPT) Other options may include Mobile, AL (MOB) & New Orleans (MSY) GROUND TRANSPORTATION Many options for ground transportation (taxi, rental cars, limo service, etc.) at GPT including costs and contact information may be found at the following link: http://www.flygpt.com/visit/ground-transportation/

EXHIBIT HOURS Friday, July 21: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM Saturday, July 22: 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM MEETING CONTACT Please direct all show inquiries to: Fun 'n Sun Weekend c/o DTS PO Box 206 • Elkin NC 28621 Phone: (336) 835-9251 • FAX: (336) 835-9243 Email: [email protected] or [email protected] Website: www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com BOOTH SIZE Standard booths are 10' wide x 8' deep and table clinic booths are 16’ wide x 8’ deep. Table clinic booths require table clinics be presented (see table clinics form). Side panels of displays must not exceed 8' high or more than 4' from the back so as not to block adjoining displays. BOOTH PACKAGES & FEES

Dental Technicians Society Associate members deduct $100 per booth!! (see membership form-formerly Louisiana and Mississippi Dental Laboratory Associations)

Booth rates: $1095

Checks should be made payable to Dental Technicians Society (DTS) TAX ID#: 72-1149690

Fee includes pipe & drape (rear & sides), choice of display packages as outlined on Trade Show Contract and one complimentary lunch ticket for Saturday per booth. Tickets for Friday lunch and for additional Saturday lunches are available for purchase.

Full payment must accompany registration form for booth space to be held. For your convenience, we accept Discover, MasterCard and Visa payments. Fee does not include electrical outlets or internet. Exhibit area is carpeted. After full payment is received and booth assignments made, you will receive a package from Exagere Expositions for additional exhibit items, electrical and drayage information.

BOOTH SET-UP Thursday, July 20: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM Friday, July 21: 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM

COFFEE WITH WANDA:COFFEE WITH WANDA:COFFEE WITH WANDA: Saturday 9:30-10:15 AM in Exhibit Hall — tell us what you think! This is your opportunity to provide feed back to make the Fun ‘n Sun meeting even better.

BOOTH REPRESENTATIVES All persons in your booth must be employees or official exhibit representatives for your company. Name badges will be prepared based on information received from your company and are required for entry into the exhibit area with a maximum of six (6) complimentary badges per booth for your representatives’ use. These badges may not be shared with customers. Please review your booth representatives list two weeks prior to the show for changes. SECURITY Exhibit hall will be locked except during exhibit hours but overnight security will not be provided. The exhibitor is solely responsible for his own exhibit materials and should insure his exhibit against loss or damage.

ADVERTISING The FNS Program Book has a limited amount of ad space available and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. See enclosed insertion order for complete information. Please respond quickly to insure space is available!

SPONSORSHIPS Sponsorship of a social event, speaker, etc. is greatly appreciated. This is a great opportunity for your company to market to the entire group or to a targeted audience. To register for sponsorships, see enclosed form. For additional information regarding sponsorships, please call the FNS office. Please make your commitment early so we may include this important information in our printed materials.

ATTENDEE INCENTIVES A portion of your booth registration will fund two games with cash and other door prize(s) as the reward. All booths participate equally. • Game #1 - Buyer’s Reward: designed to reward those that make a PURCHASE

or do business with our vendors at the meeting! Exhibiting company will complete a very brief entry form for each BUYER during the meeting. Drawing will be held on Saturday at 2:00pm - must be present to win!

• Game #2 - Luck of the Draw: designed to reward those that register, attend the meeting and visit with the exhibitors. Each exhibitor will receive tokens to share with attendees. How you distribute the tokens is your choice. They are provided as a tool for your success for the meeting. Attendees will trade a specified number of tokens for a chance to win cash or other prizes through random drawings to be held during dedicated exhibit hours. Must be present to win.

DOOR PRIZES INCREASE YOUR EXPOSURE AND CREATE EXCITEMENT! Exhibitors that offer door prizes for attendees create additional excitement and increase visibility for their company. Please indicate your door prize(s) on your trade show contract or see the FNS registration desk for a form. Please do not ship door prizes to the FNS office - bring them with you to the show.

A Sincere Invitation… New for 2017! The Louisiana & Mississippi Dental Laboratory Associations have merged. Our new name is Dental Technicians Society. We invite your company to participate in the 32nd Annual Fun ‘n Sun Weekend to be held at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, MS on July 20 – 23, 2017. Join us at the “Hottest Meeting in the Southeast!”

FUN ‘N SUN WEEKEND BILOXI, MS

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PROGRAM...You spoke, we listened! This format is an exhibitor’s dream. On Friday, when the exhibit hall opens, the entire program is in the exhibit hall! The exhibit floor features 17 Table Clinic (oversized) booths that are available to exhibitors that will provide continuous table clinics during exhibit hours - AT THE SAME PRICE AS A REGULAR BOOTH (see table clinic form for additional information!) MARKETING The targeted audience for the meeting is dental technicians as well as the entire dental team. Registration information is currently being mailed to Certified Dental Technicians in LA, MS, TX, AL, FL, GA, AR, TN, and other miscellaneous states as requested. WE NEED YOUR HELP! Let YOUR customers know you will be there by sending stuffers (we will provide) in your orders, statements, bulletins, etc. Also, please share customer mailing lists so we can make sure these labs get a mailing, too - earlier is better, PLEASE. Meeting information has been provided to LMT, IDT, and Journal of Dental Technology. FISHING TOURNAMENT Exhibitors are invited and encouraged to participate in the annual Fun 'n Sun Fishing Tournament on Thursday (07/20/17). ONLY REGISTERED EXHIBITORS may participate in the Fishing Tournament. Cost: $180 per person. Limited participation - includes transportation, food, beverage, tackle. Depart hotel @ 7:00 AM sharp.

Firms and representatives of firms not assigned exhibit space are prohibited from

soliciting business during the annual meeting. Violators will be requested to

promptly leave the exhibit area.

The following is a list of the 2016 exhibitors:

EXHIBITOR BENEFITS

• Representation at the “Hottest Meeting in the Southeast”!

• More dedicated exhibit hall hours!

• Outstanding keynote speakers to help build good attendance!

• One complimentary lunch ticket for Saturday per booth offer-ing you a chance to have lunch with your customers!

• Complimentary list of pre-registrations upon arrival and a final list following the show!

• President’s Hospitality Reception: Friday evening 6:00-8:00 PM at the Beau Rivage providing a perfect networking oppor-tunity.

• Up to six badges per booth for your employees so they may attend clinics!

Fun 'n Sun Exhibitor Information — 2017

2016 meeting summary will be supplied upon request.

Argen Corporation

CAP

CardConnect

Cora Refining

DAL DT Technologies

Dentsply Sirona Dental

Dentsply Sirona Implants

Dentsply Sirona Prosthetics

Digital Dental/DLMS

evident

Garfield Refining Company

GC America Inc.

Heraeus Kulzer

Ivoclar Vivadent, Inc.

Komet USA

Laboratory Solutions

Nobel Biocare

Nowak Dental Supplies

Renfert USA

SafeLink Consulting, Inc.

Sebrite Agency, Inc.

Shofu Dental Corporation

Snowrock USA

TCS, Inc.

VITA North America

Zimmer Biomet

JULY 20-23, 2017 EXHIBITOR INFORMATION

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BOOTH PACKAGES & FEE

Apply for Dental Technicians Society Associate membership (formerly know as Loui-

siana and Mississippi Dental Laboratory Associations). and deduct $100 per booth!

(See associate membership form)

Booth fees: $1095 Standard booth size: 10’ wide x 8’ deep

Table clinic booths (with blue box) requires table clinics. Standard booth may also pre-sent table clinics to bring traffic to your booth, but is not required. (See table clinic form)

Fun 'n Sun Weekend PO Box 206 • Elkin, NC 28621 www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com

FUN ‘N SUN WEEKEND

Beau Rivage Resort & Casino Biloxi, MS

July 20-23, 2017

This area will be used for keynote presentations.

Table clinic booth size: 16’ wide x 8’ deep

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(responsible for exhibit)

OUR COMPANY HEREBY CONTRACTS TO PARTICIPATE AS AN EXHIBITOR IN THE FUN 'N SUN WEEKEND 32ND ANNUAL MEETING TO BE HELD AT THE BEAU RIVAGE HOTEL & CASINO, JULY 20-23, 2017.

Our company would like to request the following booth space: No. of booths _____

Note: Table clinic booths require table clinic presentations (see table clinic form).

1st choice _______ 2nd choice_______ 3rd choice _______ 4th choice _______ 5th choice _______

BOOTH RATES: $1095 Dental Technicians Society (formerly Louisiana & Mississippi Dental Laboratory Associations)

Associate members deduct $100 per booth (see membership form)

BOOTH PACKAGE ___Option A (One 6’x30” draped table; two side chairs; one wastebasket; one 7”x 44” one-line ID sign) ___Option B (One 6’x42” draped counter; two padded stools w/backs; one wastebasket; one 7”x 44” one-line ID sign) (No choice = Option A: option to change onsite may not be available)

Full cost of booth must accompany application. All information must be completed and signature (below) is required.

Name of Company: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Address:____________________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:____________________________________________ Fax: ___________________________________________ Contact Person: _____________________________________________________________________________________

(All correspondence for this meeting will be routed to this contact person.)

Contact e-mail: ______________________________________ Contact phone:__________________________________ By signing this agreement, we agree to abide by all requirements, regulations and obligations mentioned in this prospectus, a copy of which we acknowledge having received. Signed:______________________________________________________________(Required)

BOOTH REPRESENTATIVES Booth sharing is not permitted! If you are the distributor for a manufacturer, one representative from the manufacturing company in your booth will not be considered booth sharing. Fun ‘n Sun Committee reserves the right to refuse contract if it does not fit with purpose of the meeting. Please list the names of persons representing your company by staffing your booth during the Trade Show with a maximum of six (6) per booth. Exhibitors may not register dentists, technicians, or other individuals as exhibitors unless they are employed by or are representing your company for the sole purpose of staffing your booth. Only registered exhibitors are allowed in the exhibit hall or in the general area of the Fun ’n Sun meeting. Violators of this policy will be dismissed from the meeting and not allowed to participate in future meetings.

Please print clearly or type - this information is used to prepare name badges.

Name: _________________________________________________________ Email:________________________________________

Cell #:________________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________ Email:________________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________ Email:________________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________ Email:________________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________ Email:________________________________________

Name: _________________________________________________________ Email:________________________________________ Over, please

Fun ‘n Sun Weekend 2017 TRADE SHOW AGREEMENTTRADE SHOW AGREEMENT

Due Date: 04/21/17 (to be included in Program Book) Please complete the front and back of this form!

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Trade Show Agreement (Page 2)

COMPETITORS We prefer not to be located near the following competitors:

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SIGN All booths receive a sign with the company name. Please indicate exact wording for sign. If you fail to provide the sign information, we will use the company name as listed on page one.

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

DOOR PRIZE(S) Please list any door prizes to be awarded during the: * Exhibits * Awards Luncheon

___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

STUFFERS I would like to insert stuffers in our mailings and/or product shipments. Please send me ______________________ stuffers.

Stuffers will be shipped to your show contact 2-3 months prior to meeting unless a different address/contact is provided. (To maximize your exposure, include your local reps. See enclosed form.)

FISHING PARTICIPANTS (Thursday, July 20th; use additional sheet if necessary) Cost: $180 per person This is an optional event and must be prepaid. Lunch, bait & tackle are included - depart at 7:00 AM sharp (meet in lobby at 6:45). Limited Participants! Requests to fish on a particular boat will be honored if possible - please indicate individual requests beside name.

Participants will walk from Beau Rivage lobby to / from small boat harbor (approximately 2 blocks). Name:___________________________________________________________ Cell #:____________________________________

Request to fish with:________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

Name:___________________________________________________________ Cell #: ____________________________________

Request to fish with:________________________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

ADDITIONAL LUNCH TICKETS One Saturday lunch ticket is complimentary per booth. Additional lunch tickets may be purchased in advance: (may not be available onsite due to limited/guaranteed seating.) Friday Awards Luncheon @ $35 ____________ Saturday lunch @ $35 __________________ Total Amount: ________________

Please direct all correspondence and inquires to: Fun ‘n Sun Weekend

PO Box 206 • Elkin, NC 28621 • Phone: (336) 835-9251 • FAX: (336) 835-9243 • Email: [email protected] Physical address: 189 Samaritan’s Ridge Rd Suite U-100 • Elkin, NC 28621

PROGRAM BOOK LISTING Company Name: ____________________________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip: _____________________________________________________________________________ Phone (toll free number, if available): ______________________________________________________ Website: ____________________________________________________________________________ Description of Products/Services (max 25 words): ____________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Enter #

Payment Information: * Check (made payable to DTS) * Visa * MasterCard * Discover Amt. Authorized: $____________

Card Number:__________________________________________________________ Exp. Date:_____________ CVV2:_____________(Required)

Cardholder’s Name:______________________________________________ Signature:_____________________________________________

Credit Card Statement Address & Zip code:__________________________________________________________________________________

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(Please print or type)

Business Name:___________________________________________________________________________________ Billing Address:___________________________________________________________________________________ City:_______________________________________________________ State:__________ Zip:___________________ Phone:_______________________________ Fax:________________________________ Email:______________________________________ Contact Person:___________________________________________________________Title:________________________________________ (Note: A copy of publication will be sent via US Mail to the above address.) A limited amount of space is available for advertising in the Program Book. All requests will be served on a first-come, first-served basis with priority given to exhibitors. Please return this form immediately and/or call the office to reserve space.

Note: Sizes of ads are maximums. Ads, including borders may not exceed these specifications - bleeds are available. Ads may be in color or black and white - centerfold & cover pages must be color. Inserts and foldouts are not available. We prefer digital format and a hard copy with a line screen of 150 (in color, if applicable). See back side of this form for additional information about submitting Electronic Graphic File copy. A copy of a previous Program Book is available upon request.

Please check desired advertising request and FAX or mail insertion order. Ads will not be accepted without signed insertion order. TELEPHONE CONFIRMATIONS REGARDING AD SPACE AVAILABLE WILL BE HONORED

PROVIDED INSERTION ORDER FOLLOWS WITHIN 3 BUSINESS DAYS.

* New Ad * Repeat 2016 Ad

(Please call to see if these are still available) * Front inside Cover (color only) * Back Inside Cover (color only) $450.00 (7 1/2” h x 4 1/2” w--with borders) (8 1/2 h” x 5 1/2” w plus bleeds) for Vertical format * Centerfold - Horizontal Only must be color $650.00 (10” w x 7 1/2”h--with borders) (11”w x 8 1/2”h plus bleeds) * Full Page (inside) (7 1/2” h x 4 1/2” w--with borders) (8 1/2 h” x 5 1/2” w plus bleeds) $300.00 * Half Page - Horizontal Only - (3 3/4” h x 4 1/2” w ) $225.00

2017 Circulation Estimate: 3,000 pieces

Payment Policy: All ads are published on a space-available basis. For your convenience, we accept Visa, MasterCard, and Discover. Pre-payments are required. After publication, advertiser will receive tear sheets. Approval: All ads are subject to review and approval by the Fun 'n Sun Publication Committee. Signature:____________________________________________________ Date:______________________

Payment Information: * Check (made payable to DTS) * Visa * MasterCard * Discover Amt. Authorized: $____________

Card Number:__________________________________________________________ Exp. Date:_____________ CVV2:_____________(Required)

Cardholder’s Name:______________________________________________ Signature:_____________________________________________

Credit Card Statement Address & Zip code:__________________________________________________________________________________

Please return this form to:

Fun 'n Sun Weekend • c/o DTS • PO Box 206 • Elkin, NC 28621 Phone: (336) 835-9251 • FAX: (336) 835-9243

Email: [email protected] • Website: www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com

Very Affordable Rates!

Fun ‘n Sun Weekend 2017 INSERTION ORDER: PROGRAM BOOKINSERTION ORDER: PROGRAM BOOK Due Date: 04/21/17 (to be included in Program Book)

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Media: CD/DVD, USB General: The document page size in your applications ads. For bleed ads, make sure the bleed is 1/8submiany information or live matrimmed oguarantee the reproduction of the ad. Advertisers will be billed for any corrections or production work done on their ad. Color: All artwork must be 4-color process, standard CMYK (cyan, magenta, yellow, black). Accurate reproduction from RGB, index and LAB colors is not guaranteed. Black text should always be 100% Black. Images: Resolution for all artwork should be 300 dpi at 100%. Any artwork under 100 dpi is not considered to be of print quality. Low resolution materials (including 72 dpi images from the Internet) may appear bitmapped or blurry and are not acceptable for print reproduction. All images provided for ads should be -corrected. Type: Fonts should be embedded and converted to outlines, or included with collected (white or light-colored) type must be no smaller than 8 point. Preferred Formats: Adobe Acrobat PDF; EPS; TiPDF/X-1a speciimages. Please zip artwork

If you have additional questions, please call the office at (336) 835-9251.

Electronic Graphic File Recommendations:

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CONTRACT FOR SPACE: The application for exhibit space, the formal notice of space assignment and these Rules & Regulations and the regulations as set forth in the Exhibitor Information package, constitute a contract for the right to exhibit at the Fun ‘n Sun Weekend. Exhibitor also agrees to comply with the rules and regulations of the Beau Rivage, Exagere Exposition Services and any other contractors for this event. RIGHT OF REFUSAL & CANCELLATIONS: Fun ‘n Sun Weekend (FNS) reserves the right to cancel this agreement when and if it discovers that the exhibitor’s product or service is not as described in this agreement or is incompatible with the purposes of Fun ‘n Sun Weekend. Contract may be cancelled if the exhibitor’s demeanor is deemed inappropriate or disruptive by show management and/or FNS. TAXES, LICENSES & PERMITS: The exhibitor shall be responsible for obtaining any permits, licenses or approvals required by local or state law applicable to their activities at the show. The exhibitor is responsible for obtaining tax identification numbers and payments of all taxes and other fees that shall be due to any governmental agency in connection with their activity at the meeting. BOOTH ASSIGNMENTS & BOOTH SHARING: Booth assignments begin on May 11, 2017. Every effort will be made to place you in or near a booth of your choice as indicated on your exhibitor registration form. Booth assignments are handled in priority order based on the number of years that an exhibitor has participated (in the last 5 years), the number of booths reserved each year, sponsorship, and early registration for the current year. New exhibitor applications are processed in the order that they are received. Exhibitors MAY NOT reassign, sublease or share assigned space or fraction thereof, with any person, firm or entity without written notification to and written approval from FNS. Booth sharing, as a general rule, is prohibited. If you are the distributor for a manufacturer, ONE representative from the manufacturing company in your booth will not be considered booth sharing. Exhibit Manager reserves the right to alter the location of exhibits as shown on the original floor plan if it deems advisable and in the best interest of the show. Firms and their representatives that are not assigned exhibit space are prohibited from soliciting business in any form in the exhibition and meeting areas. Violators will be promptly removed and may not be allowed to participate in future events.

EXHIBIT LIMITATIONS: Exhibits may not project beyond the space allotted and aisles must be kept clear for traffic. Exhibits may not obstruct the view or interfere with accessibility or traffic to other exhibits. Exhibits must be constructed and operated in compliance with Rules & Regulations as developed throughout this document, its attachments and amendments, and in the materials you will receive from Exagere and/or the hotel. Exhibitors are expected to conduct business within their booths and not in the aisles. SOUND: Any method to project sound beyond the confines of the exhibit booth is prohibited. FNS reserves the right to determine at what point sound constitutes an interference with others and must be discontinued or modified. AUDIO VISUAL: If you have AV needs you may ask the hotel for assistance from their in house provider. Audio visual equipment and rental costs for same are not provided by FNS unless as designated in writing. FIRE, SAFETY & HEALTH REGULATIONS: The exhibitor agrees to accept full responsibility for compliance with city, county, state and federal Fire, Safety and Health Regulations regarding the installation and operation of equipment. All exhibit materials and equipment must be reasonably located within the booth and protected by safety guards and devices where necessary to prevent accidents to attendees. The exhibitor further represents to FNS that the exhibitor has taken all steps reasonably necessary to ensure the sound engineering and structural integrity of its exhibit design and proper construction and safety of the exhibit itself, as erected. INSURANCE: General comprehensive, liability and workers compensation insurance must be obtained by exhibitors at their own expense for a minimum of $2,000,000 listing Fun ‘n Sun Weekend c/o Dental Technicians Society • 189 Samaritans Ridge Rd Ste U-100 • Elkin, NC 28621 and Beau Rivage • 875 Beach Boulevard • Biloxi, MS 39530 as additional insureds. Proof of insurance must be submitted to FNS upon request. UNOCCUPIED SPACE: FNS reserves the right, should any rented exhibitor’s space remain unoccupied two (2) hours prior to the published opening time of the show, or should any space be forfeited due to failure to make payment in full, to sell paid or unpaid space to another exhibitor, to use space for such purpose as it may see fit without liability on its part. This clause shall not be interpreted as affecting the obligation of the exhibitor to pay the full amount specified in the trade show contract. Failure to make payment of the full amount specified for exhibit space by the cut off date constitutes cancellation by the exhibitor. EARLY BREAKDOWN & OUTBOUND SHIPPING: Exhibitors agree to remain on the exhibit hall floor until the official close of the trade show as published. Dismantling must be completed by 4:00 PM. If you will require additional time to pack your exhibit materials, please advise and arrangements will be made. At the end of the show, items to be shipped must be properly packaged and labeled by the exhibitor with proper arrangements made with the drayage company or the hotel for outbound shipping. Packages and/or items that are left in the booth may be discarded if proper arrangements are not made for outbound shipping. CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS, & LIABILITY: Cancellation by the Exhibitor: Cancellations must be received in writing. Cancellations received before April 21, 2017 shall be entitled to receive a full refund less a $150 administrative fee. No refunds will be made after April 21, 2017 unless the paid-in-full space is resold prior to July 3, 2017 and entire show floor is sold out. If FNS resells the space as outlined, the exhibitor is entitled to full refund less a $150 administrative fee within 30 days following the end of the show. Cancellation by show management: The amount of the refund, if any, will be determined by FNS within 30 days following the close of the show. No Show = No Refund DEFAULT BY EXHIBITOR: The exhibitor shall be in default if it fails to pay the required fees by the scheduled date under this agreement or breaches any of the provisions of this contract. HOLD HARMLESS: The exhibitor will indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FNS and its sponsor, the city of Biloxi, the Beau Rivage Hotel & Casino, and their respective owners, directors, officers, employees, agents and representatives, against all claims, actions, demands, or liability of whatsoever kind and nature, including but not limited to judgments, interest, reasonable attorneys’ fees, expert witness fees, and all other related costs and charges arising out of exhibitor’s activities related to the exhibition or any breach of the exhibitor Rules and Regulations, claims of property or personal injury caused by or attributed in part or in whole to any action or failure to act whether by negligence or otherwise, on the part of the exhibitor or any of its directors, officers, employees, agents, representatives or contractors, excluding liability caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of FNS, its sponsor and their respective owners, directors, officers, employees, representatives and agents. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: The exhibitor assumes the entire responsibility and liability for all damages or losses to FNS, the facility, persons or property that occur as a result of the negligence or any actions of the exhibitor or its officers, employees, agents representatives, invitees and guests during the entire exhibition period. The exhibitor agrees that, to the maximum extent permitted by law, FNS, the city of Biloxi, the Beau Rivage Hotel & Casino and any of their respective officers, agents, employees or representatives will not be held liable for any loss or damage to any exhibits or materials, goods or wares (collectively “property”) belonging to the exhibitor, and they are released from liability for any damage, loss or injury to person or property of the exhibitor or its officers, employees, agents representatives, invitees and guests, resulting from fire, storms, water, acts of God, air conditioning or heating failure, theft, mysterious disappearance, bomb threats or any other causes. ATTORNEY FEES & COSTS: Should any litigation arise out of this contract, the exhibitor shall pay all costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees incurred by FNS and/or its sponsors if FNS and/or its sponsors are the prevailing parties. This provision shall extend to the cost and attorneys’ fees incurred both at the trial and appellate level. EXCUSED NON PERFORMANCE & FORCE MAJEURE: If, for any reason beyond the reasonable control of FNS, including but not limited to acts of God, governmental restrictions or regulations on travel (including travel advisory warnings), war, strikes, labor disputes, accidents, government requisitions, facility availability, commodities or supplies, inability to secure sufficient labor, civil disturbance, terrorism or threats of terrorism as substantiated by governmental warnings or advisory notices, curtailment of transportation, disaster, fire, earthquakes, hurricanes, extreme inclement weather, epidemics, shortages or disruption of the electrical power supply causing blackouts or rolling blackouts (in the city where the facility is located), or any other comparable conditions, FNS is unable to fulfill its obligations under this agreement, the parties may terminate this agreement without liability and FNS may retain the earned portion of the exhibitor registration fee required to recompense it for expenses incurred up to the time of termination of the event. Any remaining unearned exhibit fees will be returned to the exhibitor. Additionally, if any part of the facility is damaged or if circumstances beyond FNS reasonable control make it impossible or impractical for FNS to occupy or continue to occupy the assigned exhibit space location during any part of the entire event, the exhibitor will only be charged a pro rata exhibit space rental fee for the period that the exhibit space was or could have been occupied by the exhibitor. Furthermore, in no event will FNS, the city, the facility or their respective owners, directors, officers, employees, agents and representatives be liable for any consequential, indirect, special or incidental damages of any nature of for any reason whatsoever. AUTHORITY TO SIGN: The exhibitor agrees that they have the authority to enter into this agreement and bind the company or party for whom they sign, and abide and be bound by all of the terms and conditions, exhibitor rules and regulations stated in this entire agreement or any amendments to the aforementioned. All points not covered herein are subject to the decision of FNS. The exhibitor further agrees that FNS will have full power in matters of interpretation, amendment, and enforcement of all exhibitor rules and regulations. In all instances, the decision of FNS shall be final. All rights and privileges granted to the exhibitor under this agreement and any subsequent amendments are subject to and subordinate to the master agreement between FNS, its sponsors and the facility.

OFFICIAL DECORATOR, DRAYAGE & LABOR CONTRACTOR: Exagere Exposition Services shall be the Official Decorator, Drayage Contractor and Labor Contractor for FNS. Freight shipped to drayage company will be delivered to your booth and (following proper packaging instructions) will be removed from your booth and shipped outbound for you. All costs for these services are the responsibility of the exhibitor. THE HOTEL HAS LIMITED STORAGE SPACE AND ENCOURAGES ALL PACKAGES TO BE SHIPPED THROUGH EXAGERE. If you choose to have packages delivered to or shipped by the hotel, prior arrangements are required or shipment may be refused. Handling and storage fees will be applied and the exhibitor is responsible for these fees. Fun ‘n Sun has not contracted any storage space with the Beau for this purpose. Nothing shall prohibit an exhibitor from handling his own freight as long as it does not hinder show set-up and you have made prior arrangements. NEW HOTEL POLICY: If you plan to deliver your own freight to the hotel (Beau Rivage), special arrangements for access to the loading dock and freight elevators is required and must be arranged in advance and WILL BE refused without prior arrangements.

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Based on attendee feedback, this part of the program is very important to them! Attendees love to have the opportunity to see new equipment and technique demonstrations. This is your

opportunity to provide what attendees are looking for: quality, meaningful education to obtain their CE credits AND by providing this you will generate more traffic for your booth!

Presentation requests should be considered during the 6.5 hours of unopposed dedicated exhibit hall time. Table clinics of 30 minutes OR 1 hour are available. Please check the day and times below you would like to present

table clinics. Use a different form for each presentation. Name of Clinician: __________________________________________________________________________________________ Title of Table Clinic: _________________________________________________________________________________________

Friday 1:00-4:30 PM Saturday 11:00-2:30 PM Table clinic time length:_____________ (SELECT ONE) ___30 MINUTES; ___60 MINUTES

Start time: (Fri)______ (Sat)_____ Do you plan to offer THIS CLINIC multiple times? Yes__ No___

30 minute minimum required; 60 minute maximum.

Table Clinics opportunities are available only to registered Fun ‘n Sun Exhibitors. CDTs & RGs may now earn credits for viewing Table Clinics. You provide the clinic...we provide the forms!

This is an excellent way to generate traffic to your booth - double your exposure!!!

Table Clinics must be presented in your booth and are REQUIRED for larger, oversized booths. Fun ’n Sun will provide a complimentary Program Book listing if received by 4-21-17. Fun ‘n Sun will furnish a sign identifying your booth as a ta-ble clinic sponsor. Additional booth furnishings, special equipment, electrical and/or audio visual aids must be ordered by the sponsoring company and costs for these items are the responsibility of the sponsoring company.

For Office Use Only:

Date Received: __________________________ Booth #: ____________

ALL PRESENTATIONS MUST BE DONE IN THE EXHIBITOR’S BOOTH DURING EXHIBIT HALL HOURS

By submitting this application, we agree to present the listed table clinics in our booth(s) during the designated presentation time(s). I understand that Fun ‘n Sun Weekend will handle all credit forms for this event. I understand that any costs incurred for this event is the responsibility of my company. Company Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________ Contact: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________________________________ State: _____________ Zip: ________________________ Phone: _________________________________________________ Fax: ____________________________________________

Please return this form to:

Fun 'n Sun Weekend • c/o DTS • PO Box 206 • Elkin, NC 28621 Phone: (336) 835-9251 • FAX: (336) 835-9243

Email: [email protected] • Website: www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com

Fun ‘n Sun Weekend 2017 APPLICATION FOR TABLE CLINICSAPPLICATION FOR TABLE CLINICS

Due Date: 04/21/17 (to be included in Program Book)

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Company: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City, State, Zip: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ______________________________ Fax: _________________________________ Email: _______________________________

Event Desired: 1st choice:________________________________________ 2nd choice:________________________________________

Amount of Sponsorship: $____________________________ Signature:_____________________________________________________

Each sponsor will receive the following, in addition to what is listed under the individual sponsorships:

• Recognition in the Program Book which will be distributed to 3,000 laboratories & laboratory technicians (subject to receipt by print deadline) • Complimentary listing on the Fun ’n Sun Website with a link to your company’s website • Recognition at the meeting with signage • A set of mailing labels for all 2016 attendees to promote your show specials upon request

Ü Fishing Tournament Sponsorship (Thursday) - cost $2500 + Grand prize - this sole sponsorship provides prizes, food, beverages , and transportation (if needed) - Tournament sponsor will receive recognition on signage, recognition with attendees at the tournament and at the Friday Awards Luncheon. Also includes two complimentary fishing participants , two tickets to the Friday Awards Luncheon and podium time for recognition of winners

Ü President’s Hospitality (Friday 6:00-8:00 PM) - cost $3500 for sole sponsorship includes two complimentary Friday Awards Luncheon tickets OR 2 co-sponsors @ $1750 each includes one complimentary Friday Awards Luncheon ticket - also includes recognition at the Friday Awards Luncheon

Ü Awards Luncheon (Friday) - $3500 - sole sponsorship - Reserved table at front of room, recognition on signage at luncheon, two complimentary Friday Awards Luncheon tickets, recognition and 5-10 minutes podium time during lunch

Ü Keynote Speaker - cost $3000 - Call FNS office for details. Includes recognition in brochure and website, signage and Friday Awards Luncheon, one complimentary Friday Awards Luncheon ticket and an opportunity to introduce a keynote speaker. Speaker choice is at FNS discretion

Ü Tote Bags/Lanyard/Badge Holder Sponsorship (already taken)- cost $2500 - sole sponsorship includes Tote bags with company and FNS logos, Lanyard provided with company logo and badge holder (see FNS office for details). Includes sponsor logo* printed on FNS’s choice of trade show bags given to all attendees, along with FNS logo; two complimentary Friday Awards Lunch tickets; recognition on event signage; recognition at Friday Awards Luncheon

Ü Breaks (beverages only) - cost $750 available on Friday early-morning and mid-morning (near registration desk), Friday afternoon (in the exhibit hall), Saturday early-morning (near reg desk), Saturday mid-day (in the exhibit hall), includes signage at break area

Ü Breaks (beverages & cookie or pastry) - cost $1500 available on Friday early-morning and mid-morning (near registration desk), Friday afternoon (in the exhibit hall), Saturday early-morning (near reg desk), Saturday mid-day (in the exhibit hall), includes signage at break area

Sponsorships are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are recognized in the following categories. Additional sponsorships may be available. Please call the Fun ‘n Sun Weekend office to discuss additional options.

q Diamond - $3500-up q Platinum - $2500-$3499 q Gold - $2000-$2499 q Silver - $1000-$1999 q Bronze - $500-$999

Payment Information: * Check (made payable to DTS) * Visa * MasterCard * Discover Amt. Authorized: $____________

Card Number:__________________________________________________________ Exp. Date:_____________ CVV2:_____________(Required)

Cardholder’s Name:______________________________________________ Signature:_____________________________________________

Credit Card Statement Address & Zip code:__________________________________________________________________________________

Fun ‘n Sun Weekend 2017 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESSPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Due Date: 04/21/17 (to be included in Program Book)

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The Louisiana & Mississippi Dental Laboratory Associations have merged. Their new name is Dental Technicians Society. DTS Associate membership shall be open to individuals who do not meet the criteria for Technician or Laboratory Membership, is a representative of a manufacturer or supplier, salespersons, friend of the industry or Association, or a practicing dentist. Associate members shall have all rights and privileges as set forth by the bylaws of the DTS. Associate members may not vote in matters before the General Membership. Associate members that represent manufacturers or vendors to the dental laboratories are eligible to be appointed to the Industry Director position. This application must be accompanied by dues for one full year - membership is on a calendar year basis. Associate members are entitled to receive benefits as determined annually by the Board of Directors. DTS Associate Member is entitled to receive $100 discount per booth reserved at the Fun ‘N Sun Weekend meeting & will receive all mailings as appropriate for this type of membership.

Application is hereby made for DTS Associate membership in the:

Dental Technicians Society (formerly know as Louisiana or Mississippi Dental Laboratory Associations)

Name:___________________________________________________ Annual Dues: $100.00

Company represented:__________________________________________________ Date:____________

Mailing Address:_______________________________________________________________________

City:_______________________________________________ State:___________ Zip:_____________

Phone:___________________________ Mobile: _______________________________

Email: ____________________________________________

In submitting this application, I/we understand it is my responsibility to become familiar with the contents and meanings of the bylaws of the Dental Technicians Society as it applies to my membership and to abide thereby and, further, it is my duty to participate in the affairs and activities of said Association. It is understood and agreed that membership shall continue and I shall be liable for annual dues until membership is formally terminated in accordance with the bylaws of the Association. Signed:__________________________________________

Please return completed form to: Dental Technicians Society | P.O. Box 206 | Elkin, NC 28621

Phone: 336-835-9251 | Fax: 336-835-9243 Email: [email protected]

___Check (made payable to DTS) ___Visa ___MasterCard ___Discover Amount approved:__________

Cardholder Name:______________________________________________

Card Number:_________________________________________________ Exp. Date:_____________

CC Statement Billing Address : ______________________________________________ Statement Zip Code:________________

Three digit number from back of card - usually in signature block - (following credit card number) is required: _______________ Signature:___________________________________________

Dental Technicians Society Application for Associate Membership

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LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE INFORMATION

We will use this information to send promotional materials to local representatives prior to the meeting. Thanks for your help!

Company Name: __________________________________________________

Please mail, fax, or email this form to:

Fun 'n Sun Weekend • c/o DTS • PO Box 206 • Elkin, NC 28621 Phone: (336) 835-9251 • FAX: (336) 835-9243

Email: [email protected] • Website: www.fun-n-sun-weekend.com

Name: __________________________________

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