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When you want to plug in to the nerve center of the conference, head to the Planning Expo. The exhibit hall is a great place to meet people and take the pulse of the planning field.

Where the Action Is

Exhibits

Find out about APA programs and check out the latest products and services from more than 100 exhibitors. Refreshments will be available.

APA's PlanningBooks.com

Be the first to see the newest books from APA's Planners Press. Take advantage of conference-only deals.

APA Cyber Lounge

Stay connected while you are away. Stop by the APA Cyber Lounge to check and send e-mail.

Job Connection

Find the right person for the job or the right job for you.

Exhibitor Meet & Greet Reception

Saturday, 5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

Have a drink on us and join us in the exhibit hall where you can meet and mingle with exhibitors and sponsors. Light refreshments included. Sponsored by Parsons Brinckerhoff.

Expo Lunch

Monday, noon-1:00 p.m.

Enjoy a light lunch on us! Meet with exhibitors, check out the bookstore, and attend the poster session. One invitation is included with full registration; however, you must register for the event online.

Planning Expo Sessions

Mentor Meet-Up

Saturday, 9:15-10:00 a.m.
Sunday, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Register for APA's new first-timer's orientation at the conference — join us in the exhibit hall for an overview of the conference and meet up with a mentor!

Career Reality: Speed Dating for Student Planners

Sunday, 2:30-5:00 p.m.

Learn what it takes to break into various planning fields? Planning professionals at 10 tables will present a profile of their job responsibilities, skills needed, and how they got there.

Capstone Presentations

Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-noon and 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

These seven-minute presentations highlight original student projects from around the country. Whether they are working in a local neighborhood or another country, students are shaping planning.

Poster Sessions

Monday, noon-2:00 p.m.

Research, case studies, and projects are presented in these unique poster displays. View posters and meet the poster presenters in this two-hour session.

Sponsors

Elite Level
Lincoln InstituteEsri
Parsons Brinckerhoff CMD Smith
Sponsor Level
International Sign AssociationTetra Tech
Northwestern University School of Continuing StudiesAECOM
Knowledge Partner
Squence Staffing

Sponsorships

As a sponsor, your company or organization co-hosts the entire five-day APA National Planning Conference. Share your industry knowledge and expertise, and seize the year's best opportunity to show off your business to this enthusiastic and influential group.

Opportunities for Sponsorships (pdf)

Rules, Regulations, Contract, and Sponsorship Application (pdf)

For more information contact:

Ed Rather
Account Executive
301-215-6710, ext. 125
erather@townsend-group.com

The Townsend Group, Inc.
2 Wisconsin Circle, Suite #900
Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815

Exhibitors

As an exhibitor at APA's 2013 National Planning Conference, you'll have the opportunity to market your products and services through personal contact with more than 5,000 professional planners and planning officials.

Hours, Floor Plan, Rules, Regulations, and Application

For more information contact:

Ed Rather
Account Executive
301-215-6710, ext. 125
erather@townsend-group.com

The Townsend Group, Inc.
2 Wisconsin Circle, Suite #900
Chevy Chase, Maryland 20815