Sponsor & Exhibitor Prospectus - 2023 February 20-23, 2023 Knoxville, TN Knoxville Convention Center
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2023
February 20-23, 2023
Knoxville, TN
Knoxville Convention Center
awwa.org/Events-Education/Membrane-Technology
Sponsor & Exhibitor
Prospectus
Presented by
Dedicated to the World’s Most Important Resource®
Calling All Exhibitors
of 2022 attendees rated the
Membrane technologies are increasingly used in many
applications including municipal water, wastewater and reuse,
80% conference very good to excellent
as well as in a host of industrial processes. The AMTA/AWWA
Membrane Technology Conference & Exposition explores explores 1% Private
the development and implementation of membrane technologies 2% Contractor
Industrial
Systems or
as well as the operation and maintenance of membrane equipment Water
and facilities.
2% Governmental –
Federal, State, Local
Exhibitors and sponsors in all facets of membrane technology,
plant design, operation and maintenance, training, MBR, 5% Research Lab
desalting, reuse, and more are invited to showcase products 6% Other
and services at the 2023 Membrane Technology Conference
44%
(MTC23) & Exposition. Manufacturer
6% Educational of Equipment
Institutions 2021 & Supplies
Registration
Connect: Who Attends?
15% Data
◗ Water utility plant management ◗ P
rofessors and students Public Water Attendee Survey
and executives Supply Utility-
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ederal, state, and municipal Municipal
◗ Water and management and executives
wastewater engineers
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ocal, state, and
◗ M
anufacturers, suppliers, federal regulators 19%
and distributors Consulting
◗ Operators Firm
◗ M
embrane facility operators
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cientists and researchers
◗ Consultants and contractors
of attendees rated the 2022
◗ Designers 72% Exhibit Hall very good to excellent
Visibility: The Benefits of Exhibiting
◗ ace-to-face contact with
F ◗ Complimentary list of
industry prospects attendees, before and
after the conference
◗ One (1) complimentary full-
conference registration with ◗ Attendee networking
access to all technical sessions, receptions, breaks and
and all meals & receptions lunch inside Exhibit Hall
◗ wo (2) complimentary
T ◗ ccess to conference
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registrations with access to all proceedings for
technical sessions, and food registered booth staff
events within the Exhibit Hall
◗ Hotel reservation service
◗ ompany description, website,
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◗ pportunity to reserve your
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and booth number listing
booth space for 2024
in on-site program guide,
mobile app, and conference
website (if provided to
AWWA by print deadlines)
For a current list of exhibitors and an updated floor plan, please visit
awwa.org/Events-Education/Membrane-Technology
2Preliminary Conference Schedule*
Top Three Reasons All events take place at the Knoxville Convention Center.
for Exhibiting at the
Membrane Technology
Monday, February 20 Wednesday, February 22 Thursday, February 23
Conference & Exposition:
7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 7:45 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Registration Open Registration Open Registration Open
1 Relationship
Building 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Pre-Conference Workshops
8:15 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Technical Sessions
9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
and Facility Tours
2 Exposure and
Brand Awareness
(additional fee, times vary)
Tuesday, February 21
9:45 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open
8:15 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Technical Sessions
9:45–10:30 a.m. 9:45–10:30 a.m.
3 Lead
Generation
Based on 2022 survey results
7:15 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Registration Open
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Noon–1:30 p.m.
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Noon–1:30 p.m.
8:15–9:45 a.m. Awards Luncheon Lunch in Exhibit Hall
Opening General Session
3:00–3:45 p.m. 3:15–3:45 p.m.
9:45 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Refreshment Break in Closing Session &
Exhibit Hall Open Exhibit Hall Best Paper/Poster
Presentation Awards
Exhibit Schedule* 9:45–10:30 a.m. 3:45–5:00 p.m.
Experts in the Round *subject to change
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
Move-In
Monday, February 20 10:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. 5:00–6:00 p.m.
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Technical Sessions Poster Session & Social
Hour in Exhibit Hall
All exhibits must be set by Noon–1:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m. on Monday. Luncheon in Exhibit Hall 6:15–7:00 p.m.
AMTA Member Meeting
Show Hours 3:00–3:45 p.m.
Refreshment Break in 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 21
Exhibit Hall Student & Young
9:45 a.m.–6:30 p.m.
Professionals Reception
Exhibit Hall Luncheon noon–1:30 p.m. 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Poster Session &
Networking Reception 5:30–6:30 p.m. Networking Reception
Wednesday, February 22
9:45 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Networking Social Hour 5:00–6:00 p.m.
On-Site Space Assignment Starts
at 1:45 PM
Thursday, February 23
9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
All booths must remain intact and
staffed until 1:30 p.m. on Thursday.
Move-Out Exhibitor badge registrations have access to technical sessions.
Thursday, February 23 Attending technical sessions provides additional networking
1:30–5:00 p.m.
opportunities. To view the technical sessions using the online
*subject to change program, visit awwa.org/Events-Education/Membrane-Technology.
3Product and Service Highlights
◗ Color Removal ◗ Filtration Systems ◗ Membrane Plant Designers ◗ Ultrafiltration
◗ Consulting Services for ◗ Food and Dairy Separations ◗ Microfiltration ◗ Ultraviolet
Water Treatment Disinfection Systems
◗ Forward Osmosis ◗ Monitoring Equipment
◗ Control Systems ◗ Utility Software
◗ Groundwater Treatment ◗ Nanofiltration
◗ Desalination ◗ Wastewater Recovery
◗ Industrial Separations ◗ Pilot Plants
◗ ED/EDI/EDR ◗ Wastewater Treatment
◗ Heavy Metal Removal ◗ Pumps
◗ Energy Recovery ◗ Water Reuse and
◗ Laboratory Services ◗ Reverse Osmosis
Reclamation
◗ Engineering Services
◗ Manufacturers of Membrane ◗ Suppliers to the
for Water Treatment ◗ Water Treatment &
Technology-Related Products Membrane Industry
System Engineering
◗ Filter Equipment
◗ Membrane Bioreactor (MBR) ◗ TOC Removal
Attending technical sessions provides networking opportunities and enhances
your conference ROI. To view more information on the technical sessions and program,
visit awwa.org/Events-Education/Membrane-Technology.
Welcome to the Knoxville Convention Center
The success of the center is built on the talent and passion of our team
of professionals who show the true meaning of Southern hospitality. The
Volunteer spirit is evident from the moment you walk through the doors.
Located in the heart of Knoxville, the center is within walking distance to many
downtown amenities, including hotels, restaurants, shops and more. As a
plus, the city’s picturesque Urban Wilderness is just minutes away, ready to be
explored. Inside the center, you’ll find spacious, naturally lighted concourses,
luxurious areas accented with Tennessee marble and a commissioned art
collection representing the beauty and history of East Tennessee valued at
more than $1 million. The first convention center in the state to receive LEED
certification for its green practices, we are dedicated to what matters to you
and look forward to making this conference the best it can be.
All conference events take place at the Knoxville Convention Center
Hotel Reservations
Rooms have been blocked at the Marriott Knoxville Downtown and the Hilton
Knoxville. Reservation links can be found on our website at awwa.org/Events-
Education/Membrane-Technology. Please book early as a limited number of
rooms are available. Rates available until Monday, January 31, 2023 or until the
block is full, whichever happens first.
Marriott Knoxville Downtown
525 Henley St, Knoxville, TN
Hilton Knoxville
501 West Church Avenue, Knoxville, TN
4How to Exhibit
Booth Assignment Cancellation Policy
Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Booth cancellations must be received by AWWA in
writing. Refunds are determined by the following criteria:
The process is simple:
◗ n or prior to Thursday,
O ◗ After Thursday, October
1. Complete the online exhibitor application and submit to October 27, 2022: 25% 27, 2022: no refund will be
AWWA along with applicable payment. The current exhibit deposit of the total booth made. Unoccupied space
hall floor plan and online application may be found at space will be forfeited. may be reassigned.
awwa.org/Events-Education/Membrane-Technology.
Payment Policy
2.A
WWA Exhibit Services will email your exhibitor booth
information. AWWA will manage exhibitor badge ◗ A deposit of 25% is due ◗ F
ull payment is due Thursday,
registration, and provide the attendee list. at time of application. October 27, 2021. *After this
date payment is required in full.
3. Visit the Exhibitor Services tab under your account, where you
will have self-service access to all it takes to make your exhibit Exhibit Hall Location
a success. Use this website to register booth staff, order booth
furnishings, access the attendee list, and more. Knoxville Convention Center, Knoxville, Tennessee
◗ Each booth is composed ◗ E xhibit Hall is not carpeted;
Exhibit Space Rates of an 8'-tall back drape appropriate floor covering
with 3'-high side drapes. must be supplied or
Service Provider Members of either AMTA or ordered from Freeman.
◗ I dentification (7"×44") sign
AWWA receive member pricing. listing company name ◗ Electricity, water, and air
and booth number. for booth displays and
Member Price: $2,500 USD per 10'x10' booth ◗ Furnishings are not included
equipment are available at
Non-member Price: $4,050 USD per 10'x10' booth an additional expense from
and may be brought in or
the conference facility.
ordered from Freeman.
An individual membership does not qualify a company
for member booth rates—the company must be an
organization and/or corporate member and membership
must remain active through conference dates.
Important Dates
Final Payment Date
October 27, 2022
FreemanOnline Available
November 3, 2022
Program Information Due
January 12,2023
5Networking: It’s Here Exhibit Hall Education Sessions
The networking opportunities present informal, Once you have secured your booth and/or sponsorship, you will
more relaxed occasions to establish professional have the opportunity to enhance your exposure by purchasing
relationships and dig deeper into attendees’ specific these enhancements in your Exhibit Services Center.
situations and challenges. Beginning Tuesday and
throughout the conference, you will have plenty of Exhibitor Email Blasts*
networking opportunities that will enable you to: Reach registered attendees with a pre- or post-show email blast.
Boost your booth traffic, increase awareness, highlight booth
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stablish and build long-lasting customer relationships promotions or special events happening at the conference.
◗ Nurture relationships with existing clients
◗ Showcase your company’s brand, products and
Lead Retrieval Available*
services via available networking sponsorships Do you want the ability to capture leads based on your company’s
goals? The On Demand Mobile App tool is available to make your
◗ Enhance your exhibit investment and booth visits
trade show lead collection experience convenient.
66% of 2022 exhibitors listed Lead Generation/Generate Sales as a
reason for exhibiting.
*Additional fees apply
Contact Us!
For questions about reserving exhibit space, sponsorships or advertising, please contact AWWA Sales.
Eastern United States, Asia, Australia, Midwest and Western United States,
Canada and South America Alaska, Hawaii, Europe, Israel and Mexico
Pam Fithian, Senior Sales Manager Donna Walstrom, Sales Manager
D 303.347.6138 D 303.734.3601
M 720.315.5407 M 720.829.7851
pfithian@awwa.org dwalstrom@awwa.org
For general exhibitor questions, including logistics, rules and regulations, facilities, scheduling
and special needs, contact AWWA Exhibit Services at 303.347.6180 or exhibitormail@awwa.org.
6Sponsorship Information
Increase Your Impact Major Sponsor Opportunities
Sponsorship & advertising All major sponsors receive the following:
reach beyond the booth! ◗ Logo on conference website, promotional emails
Support Membrane Technology! and mobile app
Through conference sponsorship and advertising, ◗ Logo in the conference announcement and
you’ll increase your visibility and promote your on-site program if received prior to printing
company brand. The right sponsorship can help ◗ Complimentary mailing list of attendees, before
position your organization as an industry thought and after the show
leader and committed industry supporter.
◗ Opportunity to provide a promotional item or up to
8.5”x11” insert in each attendee tote bag
Being a conference sponsor can provide: ◗ Signage promoting your company logo for
◗ Increased exposure and awareness for your company the duration of the conference
◗ More traffic to your booth ◗ Recognition at the Opening General Session
◗ Ability to spotlight a new product or service introduction ◗ Recognition in Social Media outreach
◗ Opportunity to strengthen ties to the attendees
and members Platinum Level Sponsor–
◗ A wide array of available options tailored to meet Exclusive | $25,000
your company’s marketing objectives Platinum sponsor will receive the major sponsor
◗ Earn one additional booth selection point value above plus the following remarkable benefits:
per $2,400 spent on sponsorship ◗ Six complimentary full-conference registrations
◗ 10′x20′ booth space with two full-conference and four exhibit
representative badges.
Don’t miss this opportunity to differentiate your
company from the competition! ◗ Complimentary half-page advertisement in January Journal AWWA
◗ Complimentary half-page advertisement in the AMTA Winter Edition
Sponsorships are also an excellent choice for of SOLUTIONS
companies that are not exhibiting but want to
showcase themselves to the conference audience. ◗ Enhanced logo exposure on website and in promotional emails
◗ Dedicated sponsor sign at exhibit hall entrance
A company from the previous year has the right
of renewal for sponsorships with a limited number ◗ Enhanced recognition in the On-site Program, to include your
available. Contact AWWA Sales for more information. company logo and 50-word company description
◗ Digital advertising: 20,000 impressions on awwa.org and 6 months
on amtaorg.com
◗ Rotating Banner within the event mobile app
Additional Major Sponsor Levels:
Opening General Session–Exclusive
$10,000 member | $15,000 non-member
Includes four full-conference registrations, 2-minute sponsor
welcome at OGS, exclusive Email Blast to registered attendees and sign
at event. MTC Planning Committee determines keynote speaker.
Gold Level
$10,000 member | $15,000 nonmember
Includes 10′x20′ booth, four full-conference registrations, three exhibit
representative and exclusive email blast to registered attendees
Silver Level
$6,000 member | $9,000 nonmember
Includes one 10’x10’ booth, one full-conference registration, and two
exhibit representative badges
Bronze Level (non-exhibitor)
$5,000 member | $7,500 nonmember
Includes four full-conference registrations
7More Sponsor Opportunities!
The sponsorships below each include:
◗ Logo on conference website, ◗ Sign promoting your company ◗ Recognition in the conference
promotional emails and logo on display for the duration program, if received by print time
mobile app of the conference
Back cover of Hotel Key Cards—Exclusive Refreshment Breaks**—Exclusive
On-Site Program $7,500 member | $9,500 nonmember $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember
$3,000 Includes Includes
Includes ◗ Your company artwork on 600 hotel ◗ A sign promoting your logo on
◗ Your advertisement on the back cover key cards* (two keys per room) display at six breaks
of the program distributed to attendees ◗ Complimentary mailing list of attendees,
◗ Complimentary mailing list of attendees,
◗ Complimentary mailing list of before and after the show
before and after the show
attendees, before and after the show
*price includes all costs of production, **sponsor may provide logo cups and/or napkins
Inside Front Cover of printing, shipping and hotel distribution fees
On-Site Program Tuesday Luncheon—Exclusive
$2,500
WiFi Sponsor—Exclusive $6,000 member | $12,000 nonmember
Includes Includes
$7,500 member | $9,500 nonmember
Includes ◗ Sign promoting your company logo on
◗ Your advertisement on the inside
front cover of the program ◗ Your company artwork on device splash display during the networking lunch
distributed to attendees page when users select conference network
◗ Table tents promoting your company
◗ Complimentary mailing list of ◗ Company logo included in conference logo on each lunch table
attendees, before and after the show program instructing attendees on how
to connect to WiFi ◗ Two tables reserved for you to
Inside Back Cover of ◗ Complimentary mailing list of attendees,
invite customers
On-Site Program before and after the show
◗ Complimentary mailing list of
$2,500 attendees, before and after the show
Includes Awards Luncheon
◗ Your advertisement on the inside (3 Available) Know Before You Go Branding
back cover of the program $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember —Exclusive
distributed to attendees Includes
$1,800 member | $2,700 nonmember
◗ Complimentary mailing list of ◗ Sign promoting your logo on Includes
attendees, before and after the show display at the Luncheon
◗ Your 600 x 128 horizontal banner and URL
◗ Complimentary mailing list of hyperlink included in an attendee email
Tote Bag*—Exclusive attendees, before and after the show sent out one week before the conference,
$6,000 member | $9,000 nonmember a great way to get in front of attendees
Includes Networking Reception
◗ Your black and white logo on 1,000 (3 Available) Registration Packet
tote bags distributed to all attendees $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember
(3 Available)
Includes $1,500 member | $2,250 nonmember
◗ Complimentary mailing list of Includes
attendees, before and after the show ◗ A sign promoting your logo on
display at both receptions ◗ Company collateral (one page single
*price includes tote bag or double sided 8.5”x11” piece) or
◗ Complimentary mailing list of attendees, promotional giveaway item; you must
Lanyards*—Exclusive before and after the show provide the materials to be included
in the conference bag
$5,000 member | $7,500 nonmember
Includes Student/YP Reception
(3 Available) Photo Booth—Exclusive
◗ Your lanyard will be distributed on-site
to all conference attendees $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember $4,000 member | $6,000 nonmember
Includes Includes
◗ Complimentary mailing list of
attendees, before and after the show ◗ A sign promoting your logo on ◗ Sponsor branding on photo booth
display at both receptions
*price includes lanyards featuring sponsor's logo ◗ Sponsor can encourage attendees
and MTC logo ◗ Complimentary mailing list of attendees, to post their photos using a hashtag
before and after the show determined by the sponsor
◗ Complimentary mailing list of
attendees, before and after the
show
82023 Conference Sponsorship Application
Membrane Technology Conference & Exposition
February 20-23, 2023 | Knoxville, Tennessee
Dedicated to the World’s Most Important Resource®
To register for a sponsorship, please complete this form and mail
AWWA Sponsorship Sales | sales@awwa.org | Phone: 303.347.6235
Company Information
Company Name:___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Company Website:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
AMTA/AWWA Member No.:________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Contact (for logistics):_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
City: _______________________________ State/Province: __________________________________ ZIP/Postal Code:__________________________
Phone: ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Email: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Sponsorship Level
Please indicate Sponsorship Level:
Platinum | $25,000 member Lanyards $5,000 member | $7,500 nonmember
OGS $10,000 member | $15,000 nonmember WiFi $7,500 member | $9,500 nonmember
Gold $10,000 member | $15,000 nonmember Awards Luncheon $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember
Silver $6,000 member | $9,000 nonmember Networking Reception $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember
Bronze $5,000 member | $7,500 nonmember Student/YP Reception $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember
Back Cover $3,000 Refreshment Breaks $2,500 member | $3,750 nonmember
Inside Front Cover $2,500 Tuesday Lunch $6,000 member | $12,000 nonmember
Inside Back Cover $2,500 Know Before You Go Branding $1,800 member | $2,700 nonmember
Tote Bag $6,000 member | $9,000 nonmember Registration Packet $1,500 member | $2,250 nonmember
Photo Booth $4,000 member | $6,000 nonmember
Agreement
We hereby agree to Sponsorships are nonrefundable and are nontransferable. Your
1. Abide by all Sponsorship Contractual Terms & Conditions invoice and instructions for processing payment will be emailed
that are posted at five business days after your application has been accepted by
awwa.org/Events-Education/Membrane-Technology AWWA. Sponsorship benefits will not begin until payment has
been received.
2. Submit full payment within 30 days of sponsorship
application. By signing here, I am confirming that I am an authorized agent of
the above-referenced company to commit to this sponsorship.
3. As part of this event registration; personal contact data
such as name, address, and email will be collected and Individual AMTA or AWWA membership does not qualify
used by MTC Show Management and approved third- a company for member rates. To qualify, a company must
parties affiliated with MTC23. See AWWA privacy policy be an organization member and membership must remain
(awwa.org/privacy) for additional information. active through conference dates.
AGREE FOR SPONSOR
NAME (PLEASE PRINT) _________________________________________________________________________________________________________
TITLE __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
SIGNATURE/DATE _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
for awwa use only
Date Rec’d._____________________________________________________ Order#___________________________________________________________
AWWA Signature _____________________________________________________
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