Tuesday, March 31 - Friday, April 3, 2009

An Open Window for Opportunities

All in one place at one time! That’s one great benefit that ICMA’s EXPO offers to the card manufacturing community. Meet with the representatives from leading card manufacturers, suppliers, personalizers and issuers at ICMA’s Annual EXPO.

Join your peers in Puerto Rico to see what’s new in the card manufacturing industry. Hear experts share their insights on management and technical topics including advanced security, emerging markets, personalization and production issues and trends. The ICMA EXPO is the world’s only manufacturing-focused global card conference and exhibition — attendees typically come from more than 25 countries worldwide. 

Be on the inside track and one step ahead of the competition by attending this one of a kind card manufacturing and personalization focused EXPO! 

Puerto Rico is a fantastic location for ICMA’s annual EXPO. This Caribbean island boasts a warm, inviting Latin American culture and can be easily accessed from the United States and Europe. 

If you are involved in any aspect of card manufacturing from production to end-product, from substrate to application, then you cannot miss this EXPO, the premier event for networking, education and growth for your company. This brochure contains full details on the program, exhibition, venue and registration. 

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Chairman’s Message:
Bud Kronenberg, CEO Keystone Manufacturing Ltd., an ABnote Company

I am honored to be this year’s EXPO Chair. We have a fantastic line up of topics and speakers. Now more than ever, players in the card manufacturing industry must stay one step ahead of the curve and stay abreast of new opportunities. We have worked very hard at securing speakers to address current and cutting-edge technologies and processes to help you gain that advantage.

The EXPO provides a forum for those in the industry to meet, learn and share ideas. Additionally, the EXPO provides abundant opportunities to network and mingle with a variety of activities and events hosted in a fun, relaxed environment.  

See you in Puerto Rico March 31 - April 3, 2009!

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EXPO Schedule At-a-Glance
Note NEW Tuesday to Friday Pattern!

Tuesday, March 31
• Exhibitor set-up and registration in the afternoon
• Welcome reception / Exhibits open (evening)

Wednesday, April 1
• Meetings / Exhibits
• Spouse tour & luncheon
• Networking reception

Thursday, April 2
• Meetings / Exhibits
• Industry Élan Awards Dinner

Friday, April 3
• Meetings / Exhibits (half day)
• Optional Sightseeing tour

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Wednesday Keynote: Global Economic Tour
Don Reynolds, World Economist

In the last twenty years the global economy has produced three billion new capitalists with a voracious appetite for consumer products, while creating a new global labor market. Asia has become the second engine of global economic growth; Europe seeks to define its new global identity; Latin America witnesses the birth of a new middle class; and mineral and agricultural rich Canada is perfectly positioned. Don will present a bold assessment of the current political and economic events and forecasts major trends in the global economy. He has lived 14 years overseas, visited over 50 countries, has lectured on Free Market Systems at the University of Moscow, spoken about the Global Economy for the Saudi Arabian Central Bank, keynoted the Australian IT Summit, advised the Heavy Equipment Industry in Rome, keynoted for international correspondents in Indonesia and spoken on the impact of global warming in Santiago.

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Manufacturing & Personalization Exhibition
Don’t wait for success to come to you. Exhibit in Puerto Rico at this unparalleled manufacturing-focused conference and exhibition.

The Exhibition portion of the ICMA EXPO features key industry suppliers from all over the world whose target customers are card manufacturers and personalizers. The EXPO provides the perfect setting for these industry participants to meet potential clients and customers face-to-face, and get themselves one step closer to closing the deal on profit-making transactions and partnerships. Past exhibitors included companies that supply such products as:

• Production, Personalization and Fulfillment Equipment
• Card Supplies & Components
• Card Materials
• Card Services

To secure an exhibit at the ICMA EXPO, contact Jen Witte at 1-609-799-4900 or email info@icma.com. Be sure to visit the ICMA website at www.icma.com for continuous updates and a current exhibitor list.

Booth Info

All of the booth spaces at the EXPO are 8 x 10 feet (2.5m x 3m). Rates for booth space are as follows:

ICMA Member: $3,925 USD
Non-Member: $4,725 USD

The following companies are exhibiting at the 2009 EXPO:

509 Technologies
Advanced Card Systems & Solutions
Apollo Colors
Associated Pacific Machine Corp.
Atlantic Zeiser
Barnes International Ltd
Bayer Films Americas
Blumer AG
Boltaron
Bowe Bell & Howell
Burkle North America
Card Solutions Group
CFC International
Crown Roll Leaf
Datacard
Dynetics
Gans Ink
GOEX Corportation
Ineos Films
JDSU Authentication Solutions
Kappus Plastic Company
KBA-Metronic AG
Klockner Pentaplast
Kora-Packmat
Kurz Transfer Products
LaserCard Corp.
Lauffer Pressen
Melzer
MGI
Oasys
Pittsburgh Embossing Services, Inc.
Q-Card Company
SICPA
Spartanics
Sylvester International
Telles

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ICMA EXPO Sponsors

The following companies are sponsors of this year's EXPO. We appreciate their support and encourage everyone to recognize their generous contribution to this event. The valuable support of our sponsors contributes greatly to the success of our events.

Supporting Publications:

GOLD
Sponsor of the Shirts and Welcome Drinks www.kurzusa.com
SILVER
Sponsor of the Welcome Gift www.awusa.com
Sponsor of the Badge Lanyards www.waytekcorp.com
Sponsor of Customized Notebooks www.pittsburghembossing.com
Sponsor of Pens www.spartanics.com
BRONZE
Sponsor of the Hotel Key Cards www.q-card.com

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ICMA Presents: The Élan Awards for Card Manufacturing Excellence and Best Vendor New Product, Equipment or Material

ICMA unveils the recipients of the Élan awards for Card Manufacturing Excellence at the Elan Dinner on Thursday, April 2. (Dinner is included with the full and spouse registration fees.)

The Élan award is the only award that recognizes card design innovation and technical achievement in the industry. Past recipients include leading card manufacturers from around the globe. ICMA is now accepting entries for this prestigious competition. Except for the People’s Choice, the awards are judged by an independent panel of industry notables and international journalists. Actual awards are provided to both the manufacturers and their customers for the cards.

The awards are open to ICMA members only. Eligible cards must have been manufactured after March 1, 2008. Deadline for entries is February 27, 2009. A separate application form MUST be completed for each entry. There is an entry fee of US $100 per entry (credit card or check only). Email info@icma.com for more information.

2009 Élan Categories are:
Best Non-Secure Card Design
• Gift and Promotional Cards
• Identification
• Loyalty
• Access Control
• Unique Innovation
Secure Card Design
• Secure Financial Card Design
• Other Secure Card Design
Vendor Category
• Best Vendor New Product, Equipment or Material

Spiritus Awards

In an effort to recognize member companies that have made a significant impact on society or their community, ICMA established the Spiritus Awards. Eligible to all member companies, this is an excellent way to highlight companies that have implemented programs or services to better their community. This year’s Spiritus Awards will be announced at the Awards Dinner. The Spiritus entry form can be found on the ICMA website.

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Networking with a twist...
Read on to see how you will be entertained during your stay in Puerto Rico…
All three evenings are included in the Full and Spouse registration fees.

Tuesday evening: “Welcome to the Island” Reception	As always, the opening Welcome Reception will be held in the Exhibit Hall, as a way to showcase the leading suppliers that you will be visiting over the course of the event. But this year, we wouldn’t miss out on the opportunity to welcome you with a chilled tropical drink...we may even serve it with a little umbrella. Tropical drinks will be served courtesy of:
Wednesday evening: Tropical Tiki Party	In the spirit of the Puerto Rico ambiance, Monday night’s reception will be a tropical Tiki Island party. What better way to enjoy the warm pleasant island evening then in true island style where guests will enjoy tropical cocktails, music and food under the stars.
Thursday Elan Awards Dinner: A San Sebastian Street Party! ICMA hosts the annual Élan Awards Ceremony where card manufacturers are recognized for their excellent card design, and vendors are awarded for new innovative products. This year’s Dinner will feature a theme unique to Puerto Rico — A San Sebastian Street Party. This is a party usually held in January where locals celebrate wearing traditional Puerto Rican masks (vejigantes) in brilliant colors of red and yellow, and carved into comical shapes. Live music takes on the feel of a mix of salsa, meringue, and Bomba Plena, a traditional Puerto Rican blend of African rhythms and Spanish / gypsy sounds. In honor of this Latin party, guests should wear shirts in yellow, red, and of course tropical patterned shirts will do!

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ID Ideas Badge Design Competition

Deadline for entries is February 1, 2009

ICMA’s ID Ideas Badge Design Competition allows members to submit their EXPO themed badge design for consideration to be the badge worn by all EXPO attendees. Last year’s winner was Bristol ID for their tropical inspired card featuring embedded translucent foil, guilloche pattern and printed silver magnetic stripe. Visit ICMA’s website at www.icma.com for details. The deadline is February 1, 2009. Get your creative minds working and submit your badge ideas!

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Spouse EXPO Registration

Be sure to register your spouse or partner for the Spouse Registration. Included in this registration will be:

• Tuesday evening Welcome to the Island reception
• A special spouse breakfast on opening morning (Wednesday)
• Wednesday evening Tiki party reception
• New this year!
A unique luncheon experience on Thursday is included in the spouse registration. The Galeria San Juan is a place unique to all others in beautiful old San Juan. This is a unique setting...a restored 17th century private home which belongs to a famous local artist. The colonial architecture features open arches, exposed clay and stone bricks and original asubo wood beams, further enhanced by tropical gardens and fountains. The artist has also filled the residence with beautiful art, sculpture and local antiques. Guests this day will enjoy an eclectic menu, along with a guided tour of the residence by the artist herself. You don’t want to miss this wonderful opportunity.
• The Thursday Awards Dinner is also included in the Spouse registration.

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Optional Events & Golf

Be sure to sign up in advance using the Registration form.

Tuesday morning Golf Outing at Dorado Beach
7:30am
Puerto Rico has some of the best golf courses anywhere in the Caribbean — they are both beautiful in their setting as well as challenging. Balmy weather and the constant trade winds make for the most ideal playing conditions — there is perfect golf weather almost every day of the year. Virtually all of the courses are of championship caliber, created by some of the world’s best golf course designers. 

ICMA will host a golf outing on Tuesday morning at Dorado Beach. Consistently rated as one of the world’s best golf resort destinations and past host of the World Cup of Golf and Senior Tournament of Champions, Dorado Beach features two courses designed by Robert Trent Jones, Sr. As you might expect from their Oceanside location, you’ll encounter a fair amount of wind and a wealth of exquisite vistas on these two Jones’ classics.  There is a pro shop, full practice facility and professional instruction available.

• Hosted Senior PGA Tour Tournament of Champions
• Hosted World Cup of Golf
• Hosted Senior PGA Tour Championship
• Hosted Mazda Championship
Attendance is limited; register early.

Tuesday afternoon Walking Tour of Historical San Juan
12:30-5:00pm
Guests will love the history and charm of Old San Juan. On this tour, you will first visit Fort San Cristobal where you will receive a guided tour of this fortification. Next stop is Plaza del Quinto Centenario - the Plaza of the Quincentennial, a celebration of the discovery of Puerto Rico. Here you and your guide will commence a leisurely downhill stroll, getting off of the beaten track to make some fascinating finds that elude the ninety percent of visitors.

You will also visit Plaza San Jose, Casa Blanca, the first fortification ever built in old San Juan, also the Ponce de Leon family home, and the Governor’s Mansion for centuries. Here you will explore the Romanesque gardens.

You will exit the gardens of Casa Blanca through a partially hidden access to Calle Sol or the Street of the Sun.  Next you’ll find yourself in the most beautiful section of the entire old city - La Plazoleta de la Rogativa - the Plaza of the Procession. Next, a short walk through San Juan Gate to the water’s edge, then a stroll up from the gate to San Juan Cathedral, retracing the steps of the original conquistadores. At the cathedral you will see the tomb of Juan Ponce de Leon.

At the end of the tour you’re free to explore the many boutiques and shops that line the cobblestoned streets of the old city.

Friday evening Dinner
7:00pm
On this evening, ICMA will make reservations at a few different popular restaurants in San Juan, each representing a different cuisine or theme. Attendees will have the opportunity to sign up for one of these reservations while on site, during the conference. This will enable you to dine with other ICMA guests, while choosing a restaurant that piques your interest. These reservations will be first-come, first-served, and guests will pay at the restaurants.

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Caribe Hilton
The Caribe Hilton, made up of 17 acres of lush tropical gardens, is a beach front resort located near historic Old San Juan. The Hotel is situated on a private peninsula, just 15 minutes from the local International Airport.

The property offers beautiful oceanfront swimming pools, whirlpools and hammocks next to the secluded beach for relaxation and privacy. The full-service Olas Spa offers a wide range of relaxing body treatments, and the resort is home to an extensive array of boutiques. There is even a peaceful bird sanctuary.

ICMA group rate is $258* — You must mention ICMA when making reservations in order to get the discounted rate. Reservation cut-off date is February 28. To reserve rooms, call 800-468-8585 or 1-787-721-0303 ext. 6080. You may also fax your reservation to 1-787-724-6992 or email to reservations.caribe@Hilton.com.

ICMA Reservation Page

Guest rooms include high speed Internet access, in-room safe, mini-bars and coffee maker.

*These rates already include a resort fee, required by the hotel. Therefore this rate includes in-room coffee, daily newspaper, use of fitness center and tennis courts, beach activities (umbrellas, chairs, games) and a spa discount. A 9% room tax and $5 municipality tax are additional. Based on hotel policy in Puerto Rico, bellman and housekeeping gratuities ($4.50 one time charge; $.50 per night respectively) will be added to your room account so guests should not pay these tips separately via cash on-site.

Caribe Hilton
Los Rosales Street
San Geronimo Grounds
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00901
Telephone: 1 787 721 0303 or 800-468-8585
Fax: 1 787 725 8849
Reservation deadline: February 28, 2009
Rate: $258 single / $280 double*

*These rates already include a resort fee, required by the hotel.  Therefore this rate includes in-room coffee, daily newspaper, use of fitness center and tennis courts, beach activities (umbrellas, chairs, games) and a spa discount.  A 9% room tax and $5 municipality tax are additional. Based on hotel policy in Puerto Rico, bellman and housekeeping gratuities ($4.50 one time charge; $.50 per night respectively) will be added to your room account so guests should not pay these tips separately via cash on-site.

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Information about Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico draws travelers year-round with its miles of smooth, clean beaches, wide range of accommodation, fabulous restaurants and Old San Juan, whose beautifully restored historic sights surrounded by crashing turquoise surf are reason enough to make a trip to Puerto Rico. There’s much to explore as the city extends to the south and east, including vibrant beachfront neighborhoods with a variety of art galleries and restaurants. Within just a couple hours drive from San Juan are Puerto Rico’s rarest natural resources and some of the best beaches and coral reefs in the Caribbean.

There is no place quite like a tropical volcanic island. The geography of the island is very unusual, as it encompasses distinctly different kinds of topography and microclimates in a relatively small area. Puerto Rico is only about 100 miles long and 35 miles wide, so its most distant points are only a three-hour drive apart. It also means that just about every tropical landscape in existence is a short trip from wherever you happen to be!

For those staying a few extra days to enjoy the island, the following are possible excursions and activities to make your stay more enjoyable. Contact the hotel’s concierge for assistance.

Snorkeling and Scuba Diving
Puerto Rico is a diver’s paradise with a magnificent ocean temperature of 81ºF and underwater visibility averages from 60 to 75 feet near the beach. Offshore it is easily 100 feet or more! Readers of Scuba Diving magazine have named Puerto Rico as one of the Top Five Destinations for Shore Diving in the Caribbean/Atlantic region. There are countless diving sites around the Island. The most exciting dives are made near Desecheo Island off Rincón, off Mona Island and off Culebra and Vieques. For snorkeling, the shallow reefs near San Juan, Dorado, Mayaguez and Humacao are ideal.

Camuy Cavern
This massive cave system of the Río Camuy Cave Park has a tropical underground river. An impressive section of the complex is open for the public to enjoy. This includes three crater-like sinkholes and two caves. Visitors can ride a trolley that descends into a sinkhole lined with dense tropical vegetation while a guide describes the sights. After a walk across ramps and bridges and through the dramatically illuminated, 170-foot high Cueva Clara, another tram shuttles you to a platform overlooking the 400 foot deep Tres Pueblos Sinkhole. The 268-acre grounds include a cafeteria, picnic area, gift shop and walking trails.

El Yunque
Enjoy the most visited natural site on the island, The Caribbean National Forest, also known as El Yunque. Here numerous hiking trails lead to majestic views and spectacular waterfalls. It is also renowned for the variety of tropical flowers and plants with over 50 species of orchids, 240 species of trees, 150 kinds of fern and 68 species of birds including the local Puerto Rican parrot and of course is also home to the famous El Coquí tree frog. Observation towers are scattered in different areas of the forest for you to take in your surroundings and there are several spots for visitors to take photos or a refreshing dip in the pristine pools.

Bioluminescent Bays
Watch the sea sparkle at night with the darting lights of a million fireflies. Nature lovers come from afar to see this phenomenon, where a bioluminescence is generated by microscopic organisms in the water. Puerto Rico is one of the only places in the world where you can see this every evening at two different protected bays. The best known is at La Parguera, situated between Mayagüez and Ponce in the southwest of the island. The more spectacular however, is in Vieques, the island municipality off of the main island’s northeastern shore. This is a magical yet eerie experience you just have to see for yourself.

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Travel Tips

Airport / Ground Transportation
The Caribe Hilton is approximately 7 miles (15 minutes) driving distance from Luis Muñoz Marin International Airport. Taxi service is readily available at the airport and will run approximately $25.00. 

Passport / Visa Information
If you are a U.S. citizen you do not need a visa, passport or birth certificate to visit Puerto Rico. For people traveling from other countries, please check with your nearest U.S. embassy. The U.S. Department of State’s website provides a list of U.S. Embassies worldwide, http://usembassy.state.gov. Also, there is a Visa information sheet provided by the Puerto Rico Convention Bureau posted on ICMA’s website.

Weather
Average annual temperature ranges from mid 70’s to low 80’s (°F) 21-29 (°C) degrees.

Dress Code
The ICMA dress code for the EXPO is business casual during the day and evening (slacks and collared shirts for men and the equivalent for women). The awards dinner is themed this year to reflect the vibrant Puerto Rican culture so wear bright yellow or red!

Also, please be sure to bring a sweater or jacket to the meeting rooms each day because it is difficult to keep the air conditioning at a comfortable level for all attendees.

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Registration

Full Registration fee includes: 3 continental breakfasts, all meetings, exhibits, conference proceedings, 2 luncheons, coffee breaks, 2 evening receptions, Awards Dinner, and EXPO shirt and bag.

One Day Registration includes: Only that one day's activities (excluding Awards Dinner), conference proceedings, and EXPO shirt and bag.

Spouse Registration includes: 2 evening receptions, 1 on-site luncheon, breakfast, Awards Dinner and EXPO shirt.

Online Registration

(online registration is recommended)

PDF download option

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April 6-9, 2008
Loews Royal Pacific Resort
Orlando, Florida

ICMA Members: Click here to view presentations (you will need your member login information).

Addressing Today’s Card Industry Opportunities and Challenges

The Orlando EXPO had a very strong attendance with 300 attendees from around the globe and 40 exhibitors. Special thanks to EXPO chairman Eric Blank of Arthur Blank and Company, an ABNote company.

Program/Schedule of Events

Keynote Speaker: Day One
Louie Gravance, Connecting with One’s Purpose Through Changing Times

Louie Gravance is literally changing the consciousness of business in America through his speaking and consulting skills. A premiere example is the work he has done is helping Bank of America navigate what he calls a “culture shift.” MONEY MAGAZINE credits these efforts with “making the banking experience more pleasurable with changes that have improved customer satisfaction.” Gravance was a perfect fit for this project, thanks to skills learned and honed during a twelve-year tenure at The Walt Disney Company in Orlando, Florida. Beginning with the training and orientation program “Traditions” at The Disney University, Louie designed, developed, and delivered countless presentations. First, at the University for literally thousands of Disney World employees from all disciplines, and then for visiting corporate clients through the Disney Institute Professional Development Programs. He has also traveled, teaching “Showmanship in the Workplace” to large companies like ING Financial, Mutual of Omaha, Fisher Scientific, Toys ‘R Us and BMW of Canada, just to name a few. Prior to moving to Florida, Mr. Gravance began a show business career at the age of twelve. He spent the next two decades in Los Angeles appearing in stage shows, sitcoms, motion pictures and over 35 national television commercials. While at Disney, he led, trained, and performed with the improvisational comedy show “Streetmosphere” at the Disney / MGM Studios from the first year of its inception in 1989.

Guest Speaker:
Henry Dreifus, The Future of Contactless and NFC – What it means for Card Manufacturers

Henry Dreifus is Founder & CEO of Dreifus Associates Limited, Inc. With over 25 years experience in Secure Identification & Smart Card Solutions, he is a Founding Director and Executive Committee member of the Smart Card Industry Association, and he has held a number of board positions in the financial and technology industries, including TelaDoc and the Defense Business Board. Mr. Dreifus has been called upon to present expert testimony to Congress, is a published author, an accomplished speaker, and a patent holder in smart card technology.

Keynote Speaker: Day Two
Jerry Haar, What’s in Store for the Card Industry – Climate and Economy

Jerry Haar is a professor, researcher, and consultant in strategic planning, international management, and marketing. He is presently associated with the College of Business Administration at Florida International University where he is Associate Dean for International Programs and Projects, Professor of Management and International Business, and Senior Fellow in the Pino Global Entrepreneuership Center. Dr. Haar was also a research associate at Columbia University and a Fulbright Scholar at the Fundação Getúlio Vargas in Brazil. He has written twelve books and numerous articles and consulted for firms such as: ExxonMobil, IBM, Microsoft, ING Barings, Ford Motor Company, Royal Dutch Shell, FMC, Disney, KPMG, Heineken, and YPF oil company of Argentina. He has appeared in media such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Financial Times (London), The Journal of Commerce, Business Week, Newsweek, CNN, the BBC, Fox Cable News, NBC, and CBS. His most recent work is Winning Strategies for the New Latin Markets. He presently is at work on two books: Can Latin America Compete? and Small Firms, Global Markets: Competitive Challenges in the New Economy.

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Exhibition

The Exhibition portion of the 2008 ICMA Card Manufacturing EXPO featured key industry suppliers from all over the world whose target customers are card manufacturers and personalizers. The EXPO provided the perfect setting for these industry participants to meet potential clients and customers face-to-face, and get themselves one step closer to closing the deal on profit-making transactions and partnerships. Exhibitors included companies that supply such products as:

• Production Equipment
• Card Supplies
• Card Materials
• Card Services

Booth Info

All of the booth spaces at the EXPO were 8 x 10 feet (2.5m x 3m). Rates for booth space were as follows:

ICMA Member: $3,925 USD
Non-Member: $4,725 USD

These rates included one exhibitor space, ID signage, listing in brochures/magazine and on the ICMA website, TWO full complimentary conference registrations (additional registrations are discounted 25%), including 2 receptions, 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches and Awards Dinner for each. Full registrants also receive all give-aways such as shirts, bags, etc. To secure an exhibit space or sponsorship at the next ICMA EXPO, contact Jen Witte at 609-799-7032.

The following companies exhibited at the 2008 EXPO:

• 509 Technologies
• American Bank Note Holographics
• Associated Pacific Machine Corp
• Atlantic Zeiser GmbH
• Barnes International Limited
• Bayer Films Americas
• Blumer Maschinenbau
• Boltaron Performance Products "Luccabolt"
• Böwe Bell & Howell
• Bürkle North America, Inc.
• Cardel Ltd.
• CardPATH
• China Lucky Film Co.
• CFC International Inc., an ITW Company
• Crown Roll Leaf, Inc.
• Datacard Group
• Dynetics
• Functional Materials Inc.
• Gans Ink & Supply Co.
• GOEX Corporation
• Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG
• INEOS Films
• Kappus Plastic Company, Inc.
• KBA Metronic
• Klöckner Pentaplast GmbH & Co. KG
• Kurz Group
• LaserCard Corporation
• Leibinger
• Linxx LLC / Advanced Card Systems
• Mirel Biobased Plastics (Metabolix Inc.)
• MGI USA
• Oasys Technologies Ltd
• Pittsburgh Embossing Services
• Q-Card Company
• SICPA
• Spartanics Ltd.
• SPS Rehmus
• SunChemical
• Zhongka Card Base New Material Co., Ltd

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Networking with a twist…

Read on to see how attendees were entertained during their stay in Orlando…
All three evenings were included in the Full and Spouse registration fees.

Sunday evening reception
As always, the opening Welcome Reception was held in the Exhibit Hall, in order to showcase the leading suppliers. To add a little fun spin on this evening, ICMA hosted a variety of fun contests to help attendees get to know the exhibitors and find out what they had to offer in a festive atmosphere.

Monday evening reception
In the spirit of the Royal Pacific’s ambiance, Monday night’s reception was a tropical outdoor luau. After being greeted by luau dancers, attendees enjoyed tropical cocktails, music and food....as well as a little Hawaiian inspired entertainment.

Tuesday Awards Gala – a Red Carpet Event
As we were in the land of Universal Studios, it was only appropriate that ICMA host its own red carpet event. Guests dressed to impress at the Annual Élan Awards Gala & Ceremony.

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ICMA Presents…The Élan Awards for Card Manufacturing Excellence and Best Vendor New Product, Equipment or Material

ICMA unveiled the recipients of the Élan awards for Card Manufacturing Excellence at the Gala Dinner on Tuesday, April 8.

The Élan award is the only award that recognizes card design innovation and technical achievement in the industry. Past recipients include leading card manufacturers from around the globe. ICMA is now accepting entries for this prestigious competition. Except for the People’s Choice, the awards are judged by an independent panel of ICMA associate members, industry notables and international journalists. Actual awards are provided to both the manufacturers and their customers for the cards.

The awards are open to ICMA members only. Members are allowed to enter no more than TEN entries per category from one member location, with a maximum of 30 entries per company. (Note that there is no entry for People’s Choice and Judges’ Choice, as these are selected on-site.) A separate application form MUST be completed for each entry. There is an entry fee of US $75 per entry (credit card or check only).

2008 Élan Categories:
• Best Non-Secure Card Design
• Best Secure Financial Card Design
• Best Gift Card Design
• Best I.D. Card Design
• Technical Achievement
• Unique Innovation and Design
• Judges’ Choice
• People’s Choice
• Best Vendor New Product, Equipment or Material

Click here to view the manufacturers for last year’s winning cards

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Sponsors

The following companies sponsored the 2008 EXPO. We appreciate their support and encourage everyone to recognize their generous contribution to this event. The valuable support of our sponsors contributes greatly to the success of our events.

Email JWitte@icma.com for a list of 2009 sponsorships.

Gold Sponsors		Sponsor of Shirts – Kurz Group www.kurzusa.com
		Sponsor of Bags – Luccabolt www.gallazzi.com
Silver Sponsors		Sponsor of Notebooks – Pittsburgh Embossing Services www.pittsburghembossing.com
		Sponsor of Meeting Essentials Kit – Transilwrap www.transilwrap.com
		Sponsor of Lanyards – Waytek www.waytekcorp.com
		Sponsor of Wireless Internet Access – Leibinger www.leibingergroup.com
Bronze Sponsors		Sponsor of Hotel Key Cards – Spartanics www.spartanics.com
		Sponsor of On-Site brochure – Ineos Films www.ineosfilms.com
		Sponsor of On-Site brochure – QCard www.q-card.com
		Sponsor of Bag Insert – Magnets 4 Media www.magnets4media.com

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