Arts Midwest

Exhibitors will have ample opportunities to make connections, work, and learn over the four days of the Conference. Make new contacts and strengthen existing relationships in the Marketplace exhibit hall and at social events; learn from a wide range of professional development offerings; arrange independent showcases both on- and off-site. From intimate venues and small towns to larger halls and bigger cities, artists and artist managers/agents are sure to make contacts with great locations for potential bookings while strengthening and broadening their skills and knowledge of the field.

How will the Conference benefit me as an exhibitor?

• Establish name recognition for you, your artists, or your organization in the Midwest
• Meet presenters and discover new venues in which to present your or your artists’ work
• Network with new and experienced colleagues in the performing arts
• Gain insight and knowledge from professional development sessions and other colleagues
• Learn about current trends in the field

Preparing for the Conference

Be sure to make use of the resources available to help you plan your time before arriving in Kansas City. Whether you’re setting up on-site meetings, researching organizations that will be attending, creating a customized schedule, or sending a promotional mailing, you’ll be ready to make the most of your face-to-face experiences in Kansas City.

• Presenter Profiles – available as a PDF in August 2008
• Attendee Lists – available as a PDF in August 2008
• Marketplace exhibit hall map
• Exhibitor Profiles – available as a PDF in August 2008
• Performing Arts Service Organization Directory [53.6 KB PDF]
• Exhibitor lists (alphabetical and by exhibit number) – available in July 2008

Get involved and get noticed!

We want the Conference to be as productive and helpful as possible all of our attendees, and encourage you to take advantage of these opportunities to increase your visibility and deepen your Conference experience:

• Sign up for a Speed Lead Session and meet presenters in a speed dating-style setting
• If you’re new to the Conference, join the New Colleague Connection and start learning and networking early
• Help the Conference run smoothly and meet new people by volunteering
• If you’re a student, or work with students, participate in our Student Program
• Schedule an independent showcase for you or your artists
• Become a Conference sponsor and get noticed
• Advertise in Conference publications and increase your visibility

Registration discounts & financial assistance

There are a number of ways to make the Conference more affordable. Read up on Ways to Save on registration fees, hotel and flight reservations, and more!