"The GITA Oil & Gas Conference is the most important oil and gas conference we attend every year. The connections
we make and the people we talk to are invaluable to our operation."
—Patrick Harris, Surveying and Mapping

"This is our third year here at the oil and gas show. It just keeps getting better for us. There are more quality contacts every year."
—Genie Hays, LizardTech

A Respected Educational Forum
The conference includes in-depth seminars, two full days of paper presentations, and a products and services exhibition. Since it was first held, the conference has grown significantly.

At the 17th Annual GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition, oil and gas company representatives and GIS experts will share their knowledge and experience in implementing geospatial technologies. We are broadening the focus of the conference to take a closer look at exploration and production, public awareness, local distribution companies, environmental issues, gathering systems, emergency response, and liquid pipelines.

Who Will Attend
The GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition attracts professionals involved in and seeking information on the following upstream/downstream oil and gas industry segments:

• Exploration & Production
• Gathering Systems
• Public Awareness
• Environmental Systems
• Local Distribution Companies
• Land/Lease
• Pipeline
• Refining
• Marketing

Why Exhibit?
The GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition is truly a dynamic event that attracts hundreds of key decision makers. They come to attend the workshops and educational sessions and learn about the latest technological developments. They come to network with peers. And they come to visit with suppliers of products and services and make important purchase decisions.

As an exhibitor at the conference, you’ll have the unique opportunity to talk directly to these decision-making professionals. You’ll market your products and services to a captive audience of buyers, specifiers, and influencing technicians who are seriously looking at GIS as a business solution. Trends indicate that the demand for GIS technology in the energy industry will continue to grow in the coming years. As an exhibitor, your company can tap into this growth potential and meet the market’s decision-makers.

Who Should Exhibit

• GIS Vendors and Service Companies
• Field Data Collection Companies
• Information System Developers and GIS Consultants
• Engineering Firms
• Environmental Consulting Firms
• Document Image Technology Providers
• Facilities Management Specialists
• GPS and Satellite System Companies
• Database Corporations
• Computer Hardware and Software Vendors
• SCADA, Automation, and Assessment Firms
• Right-of-way Aquisition Firms
• Land/Corridor Management Solutions Providers
• Aerial Mapping Providers
• Risk Consultants
• Integrity Management Consultants
• In-Line Inspection Vendors
• Survey Companies

Did you know?
70%
of GIS for Oil & Gas Conference attendees are
decision-makers with purchasing authority, and
57%
of them plan to make a purchase in the 12
months following the conference.

Exhibitor Benefits

• Free exhibit-only passes for your customers and prospects
• Two free booth personnel registrations
• 14 exhibit hours with special receptions to ensure traffic in the exhibit hall
• Free listing on the GITA Web site
• Free listing in all marketing materials promoting the conference
• Free 75-word listing in the official Conference Program
• Promotion in the conference program and exclusive chance to advertise in the on-site program
• Access to experienced and professional show management dedicated to serving your needs
• Free booth sign with your company name
• Free printed preregistered attendee list distributed on-site
• Free digital final conference attendee list
• Comprehensive exhibitor service kit

We understand that a well-designed, spacious, and attractive exhibit hall promotes traffic and assures exhibitors of a successful experience. GITA designs its conference program hours, meal functions, and special events to attract conference attendees to the exhibit floor. Special receptions with complimentary food and beverages attract attendees and provide an excellent opportunity to mingle in a relaxed setting.

Sponsorship Opportunities
At the 2008 GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition, you can enjoy a wide variety of sponsorship opportunities to market your company. All GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition sponsors receive significant recognition from the podium throughout the conference, and all participate in the sponsor board listing in the conference registration area, in addition to receiving online exposure on the conference’s Web pages.

Sponsorships are available for the following:

• Casino Night—$10,000
• Attendee Bags—$5,000
• Exhibit Grand Opening Reception—$4,000
• T-shirts—$2,750
• Attendee Lanyards—$2,500
• Attendee Luncheons—$2,500 per day or $3,000 for both days
• Conference Proceedings—$2,000
• Hotel Key Card New! - $1,000 - $1,750 (based on color processing)
• Link, Logo, & Booth Numbers on all Registration Confirmations—$1,500
• Water Bottles—$1,000
• Attendee Breakfasts—$1500 per day or $2,500 for both days
• Attendee Bag Inserts—$250

For more information on sponsorships at the GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition, call GITA at 303-337-0513 or e-mail info@gita.org.

Exhibition Specifics:

Exhibit Hours:
Monday September 22, 3:00–6:00 p.m.
Tuesday September 23, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
Wednesday September 24, 8:00 a.m.–1:30p.m.

Setup:
Sunday September 21, Noon–5:00 p.m.
Monday September 22, 8:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

Dismantle:
Wednesday September 24, 1:30–5:00 p.m.

Exhibit Space Fees
Exhibit space at the GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition is available in 8' x 10' booth increments. Single booth spaces may be combined to form larger booths. Booth space will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis upon receipt of the application and contract for exhibit space accompanied by full payment.

Exhibitors are encouraged to reserve booth space no later than June 6, 2008, to take advantage of the early discount. Corporate vendor members of GITA will receive a membership discount on their booth space rental. Please note that GITA can only accept checks or money orders drawn on U.S. banks.

PLEASE NOTE that after the first two complimentary booth registrations, additional booth personnel registrations must be purchased separately at $75 each. This fee entitles booth personnel to complimentary breakfast and lunch on Tuesday, September 23, and Wednesday, September 24. Pertinent details and payment information will be included in the Exhibitor Service Kit.

Exhibitor Action Plan
Follow these five steps to make your experience at GITA’s GIS for Oil & Gas Conference and Exhibition a success!

1. Reserve Your Booth Space Early!
Booths will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis only when the completed 2008 application and contract for exhibit space with full payment is received at GITA’s headquarters. All applications received on or before June 6, 2008, will be granted the early discounted rate.

2. Reserve Your Hotel Space
Please contact the Marriott Westchase Hotel at 713-978-7400 to reserve your hotel rooms and arrange for any function space during the conference.

3. Review Your Exhibitor Service Kit
An electronic link to the Exhibitor Service Kit, which contains order forms, marketing opportunities, registration information, and other details, will be sent to your exhibit contact in early July. Please review the information carefully and pass along any relevant information to others in your company who will be participating.

4. Watch for Exhibitor Updates
Watch your e-mail for updates on activities to prepare you for the conference. Our exhibitor updates will keep you informed of conference happenings, remind you of important deadlines, and provide useful tips.

5. Invite Your Potential Clients
Each exhibitor will receive free exhibit-only guest passes that can be used to invite existing and potential clients to visit the exhibit area. Use this opportunity to invite clients to your booth.

Questions? Contact Julie Eckhart, GITA’s education/exhibits coordinator at 303-337-0513, or e-mail jeckhart@gita.org.