Hi,

This is Phil Steinberg, letting you know that we did not forget about the Akron-Canton CSI Product Show that is usually held in March.

We are extremely excited to tell you that our Chapter has been hard at work making all the arrangements for our chapter to host the:

2017 Great Lakes Region Conference
and Akron-Canton Chapter ProductFest & Expo!   

For those who remember the last time we hosted the Region Conference in 2004, we know how to coordinate the event so that everyone can enjoy and remember the conference!  (And some of you probably remember me saying I would never do this again, but the gang talked me in to helping again}, so take a look at below and let me know if you have any questions or comments.

. . . and that means our committee has been:
  • Putting together a schedule that will be easier to coordinate with your needs;
  • Including our popular ProductFest and Expo, where we have invited our favorite manufacturers to show off their newest products;
  • Did I mention that we will have beer tasting stations? Attendees will have to 'earn' a beer ticket from sponsors where they can try local craft beers (attendees will need to have beer ticket to get samples). You will be able to receive custom printed beer tickets with some of the sponsor levels, or purchase them during your registration.
  • Searching for educational sessions that are current, interesting and informative;
  • Working with the Region officers to provide sessions on leadership, not just for current leaders, but to allow those considering a future leadership role to have an understanding of what to expect and why it is important and fulfilling;
  • Business luncheon;
  • Award presentations;
  • and as many surprises as we can think of (and afford) 
We invite you to become a Sponsor and/or an Exhibitor for this event

Registration is now open

Expo Hall maps, education seminars, and other information will be sent out soon.  

Refer to detailed information below.

See you there!!!!

Phil Steinberg CSI, AIA
accsispecialevents@gmail.com or 330-701-7724
or contact Brandi Fry at 440-221-5665 or bfry@motadesigngroup.com

  2017 Great Lakes Region Conference
and
Construction ProductFest & Expo
An Akron-Canton CSI Special Event

Thursday - Saturday, May 18 -20, 2017

 
This year’s event is not going to be at just one location
We thought that you would enjoy a little change each day
So join us at the following locations:

    T hursday – May 18th
“Play Ball” Sponsorships
 
Akron-Canton
CSI Chapter
Construction ProductFest  & Expo



As we go ALL IN for the 16th Year as the
Largest Construction Product Trade Show in Northeastern Ohio
at the
John S. Knight Center – Downtown Akron
77 E. Mill Street, Akron, OH

    F riday – May 19th
“Nothing But Net” Sponsorships
 
CSI
Great Lakes Region Leadership Conference
and
Hospitality Suite

As we go ALL IN for the 16th Year as the
at the newly completed
Courtyard Akron Downtown
41 Furnace Street, Akron, OH
330.252.9220

    S aturday – May 20th
“1st and Ten” Sponsorships
CSI
Great Lakes Region Business Luncheon
and 
Award  Presentations



As we go ALL IN at the
Pro Football Hall of Fame
2121 George Halas Dr. NW
Canton, OH 44708 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:   
ProductFest & EXPO:   

We are excited to announce that the area’s largest construction related New Product and Technology Show has been enhanced to include: Five State Region Conference – Meet attendees from FIVE states!  The attendees at the Akron-Canton CSI Construction ProductFest & Expo are the movers and shakers of some of the largest firms and construction companies in the Five State Great Lakes Region. We expect attendance to include architects, specifiers, engineers, interior designers, construction managers, contractors, etc. We invite attendees from Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia, and from the 15 chapters with the Region including:    
 
  • HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS YEAR’S ProductFest & EXPO INCLUDE
    • Sponsors get to pick their booth location!  We will be sending more information on this in May to sponsors only
      • We offer two sizes of displays: 10' x 10' booths and 8' tabletops, as well as a few different sponsorship opportunities.
    • 'Meet and Greet' Pavilions – includes Owners, Contractors, Construction Managers, and Design Build Companies.
      • The “Meet and Greet" Pavilion will include Owners from local large institutions, General Contractors and Construction Managers. This special area will allow attendees and exhibitors to meet with representatives of some of the largest construction project generating entities in our area on a one-to-one basis. As an exhibitor, you are also welcome to visit the Pavilion and interact with the participants.  These Pavilion areas will be redesigned this year to make them more visible to the attendees.
    • Diverse Education Sessions – Topics for Design Professionals and Contractors
      • We are excited to let you know that the educational sessions will be designed to attract architects and contractors to the event.
    • Beer Tasting – Akron’s Finest Craft Brewers will be represented at sampling stations located strategically between the Exhibitor Booths. 
      • This year, after a great response last year, we are continuing the beer tasting. Local craft brewery's will be represented at Multiple stations located between the Exhibitors.
      • Tickets will be available in advance so that Exhibitors can distribute tickets to attendees prior to the Show to encourage attendance.  Customized Beer Tickets are available with some of the Sponsorship Levels.
    • Concentrated Show Hours – The show floor will be open from
      3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m., providing an optimized time frame for exhibitors to meet with attendees.
OVERNIGHT ACCOMMODATIONS:
THE COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT AKRON DOWNTOWN: 
41 Furnace Street Akron, OH 44208 330.252.9229  
     We have made arrangements with the Courtyard Akron Downtown hotel for a special CSI Great Lakes Region Conference Rate.  Please use this link to make your reservation:

Book your room for CSI Great Lakes Regional Conference 

or call the hotel directly at 330-353-9229 for reservations and let them know that you will be attending the conference.  Space is limited, first come, first serve.  
     The newest of Akron hotels, the Courtyard Akron Downtown hotel. Perfect for travelers looking for modern style and deluxe comfort, the Courtyard Akron Downtown features spacious guest rooms and suites with thoughtful amenities like microwave & mini-fridge.           The hotel is ideally located in downtown Akron and just 1 mile to The University of Akron campus & Akron Civic Theatre. Other nearby attractions include Akron Zoo (2.3 mi), Goodyear Tire (3.3.mi), Akron Art Museum(.4 mi), John S. Knight Center(.6 mi), Lock 3 Park (3.6 mi) and much more.  
      You'll love the convenience of free wifi throughout the hotel, an indoor pool and fitness center.   Grab a bite, morning or night, at the Courtyard Bistro® featuring hot/cold food and Starbucks® coffees for purchase.   Courtyard Akron Downtown hotel looks forward to providing you excellent service while you're here!    

FACILITIES:
THE JOHN S. KNIGHT CENTER:                     
     An iconic feature of Akron's vibrant cityscape, the John S. Knight Center has been welcoming convention planners, tradeshow exhibitors and event attendees to the heart of downtown since 1994. We are northeast Ohio's premier meeting venue.   Bricks, steel and glass may comprise our structure, but our team is the actual foundation upon which your event will successfully rest With more than 270 years of combined service (yes, just at the Center), our staff is eager to minimize your time and maximize our expertise.    

THE PRO FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME:   
      Since opening in 1963, the Pro Football Hall of Fame has grown in both size and stature.  The building was expanded in 1971, 1978 and 1995, and completed major exhibit gallery renovations in 2003, 2008, and 2009.  Together, these improvements have transformed the original 19,000 square-foot Hall of Fame museum into an exciting internationally recognized institution and travel destination.  
     Currently, the Hall of Fame is undergoing the largest expansion and renovation in its history. The "Future 50" Expansion & Renovation project has expanded the museum to 118,000 square feet. The two-year, $27 million project was completed in the summer of 2013 after a major renovation to 38,000 square feet of museum space was finished.       
We can’t be successful without YOU!
Power at booth/tabletop display:
Please contact the John S. Knight Center directly for power or other requirements you may have.  

Click here for John S. Knight for download Exhibitor Service Order Forms for Power, Audio-Visual, and other Services. If you require power at your booth or tabletop, this cannot be ordered with Sponsorship, and MUST BE ORDERED DIRECTLY FROM Knight Center,

QUESTIONS?
Contact: Brandilyn Fry at 440-221-5665
or bfry@motadesigngroup.com
or Phil Steinberg at 330-701-7724

We look forward to seeing you!