The CAJE "network" is made up of thousands of teachers, administrators, clergy and lay leaders involved in the Jewish educational endeavor. We can help you reach that “network” through the CAJE website and publications. But clearly, the most direct and effective way of reaching the CAJE community is to become part of the community’s annual gathering. The 32nd Annual Conference on Alternatives in Jewish Education will take place August 5 - August 9, 2007 at Washington University in St. Louis, MO.

Who attends the Conference?
31% are administrators/directors
41% are teachers
The rest are clergy, central agency/federation professionals, lay leaders, students and others

What are they saying about the conference in general?
87% report being challenged to think in new ways.
88% say they generated new ideas or activities they want to use in their work.
72% added a new approach to their educational work.
85% agreed that the conference provided an opportunity to explore new materials.

What are they saying about the EXPO in particular?
98% report visiting the EXPO.
88% made a purchase.
89% say the EXPO is useful or VERY useful in their work.

It is clear that the EXPO plays a key role In our effort to provide our members with high quality professional development and support. CAJE members look to our EXPOs, and the advertisements placed in the conference program book and other publications to help them best serve their schools and classrooms.

As an exhibitor, you will be given a free descriptive listing in the program book. In order to maximize your opportunity to reach the CAJE community, you may also want to consider the value of placing a message in the notices section of the program book, which many CAJE members use as a reference tool throughout the year. Additional opportunities for promotion include advertising in the Jewish Education News (JEN) which circulates to 4000 educators or in our emailed CAJEpage.

You will also have the opportunity to participate in the CAJE CyberEXPO that includes internet exposure for one year on the CAJE website in the form of an online alphabetical subject listing. This provides CAJE website visitors an easy link to your website, and extends your EXPO experience 360 days. Consider the additional impact purchasing a CyberEXPO banner brings. It is an effective way to spread the word about your products and services to a population that appreciates your connection to CAJE.

To become a 2007 EXPO vendor, follow these 3 simple steps:

1. Visit our website, www.CAJE.org, and complete the vendor ONLINE APPLICATION.
2. Select the payment option, check or credit card, which you prefer.
3. When your application is complete, you will receive a vendor confirmation letter.
   Please keep this letter for your records. When paying by check, include a COPY of the vendor confirmation letter with your check and mail it to the CAJE office.

For more information, please contact David Frank
(212) 268-4210
Apply Now!

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CAJE 32 EXPO,
Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri, August 5-9, 2007

The EXPO will be located in the Athletic Complex. The Athletic Complex establishes the western end of the campus quad. We will be using classrooms around the perimeter of the western half of the quad. Conference participants will be sleeping and eating in the area known as the South 40, specifically in the dorms numbered 52, 70 and 26.

Tables will be available for not-for-profit organizations that have no saleable product.

EXPO hours of operation:**
The EXPO will be open Sunday, August 5th through Thursday, August 9th and the detailed schedule will be included with your booth assignment letter. Set-up will begin at 8 a.m. and should be completed by 1:45 p.m. for a 2 p.m. opening.

Booth Dimensions and Basic Fees:

Each booth measures 8’x10’. The booth fee is $850 for the first booth, and $825 for each additional booth. Two vendors may share a booth at $450 per vendor. Not-for-profit organizations with no saleable products can choose to buy a table rather than a booth. A table costs $550.
The cost for each booth includes a $150 non-refundable deposit.

Booth

• Pipe and drape (8’ x 10’ booth)
• 8’ high back wall and 3’ high side rails
• One 6’ draped table; two chairs
• One I.D. sign
• One waste paper basket
• A one-year CAJE membership ($125 value)
• A one-year listing on CyberEXPO (www.caje.org)
• Conference Program Book for CAJE 32 (one per booth)

Table (ONLY for not-for-profit organizations with no saleable products)

• One 6’ draped table; two chairs
• One I.D. sign
• One waste paper basket
• A one-year CAJE membership ($125 value)
• A one-year listing on CyberEXPO (www.caje.org)
• Conference Program Book for CAJE 32 (one per booth)

Booth Assignments
Booth assignments will follow a prescribed plan approved by the CAJE Board of Directors. The following criteria determine the placement of booths:
First priority is given to formal Jewish educational materials, followed, in order, by supplemental Jewish educational materials, Judaica and Jewish accessories, not-for-profit institutions/agencies.
Please do not call the CAJE office or EXPO committee members regarding booth assignments.

Booth assignments will be mailed by the end of June, 2007.
Included in the booth assignment mailing will be the detailed hours of operation.

Additional Equipment and Services
Heritage Exposition Services will provide any additional equipment or services, exclusive of electricity and media lines (see other fees). In the spring you will receive an exhibitor packet which will include information about additional equipment (extra furniture, lighting fixtures, etc.) and drayage services.

Other Fees:
(Fees for utilities are set by the hosting institution.)
Electricity: $75 flat fee for each 1/120 volt line with 500 watts of power
Data line: $75 flat fee per line**
** Limited data lines will be available

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What is it?
The CyberEXPO is an online alphabetical and subject area listing of all CAJE EXPO exhibitors. Registration for a booth at a CAJE EXPO includes a free description of your company and a free link from the CAJE website (www.caje.org) to your site.

Have you thought about an online banner?
Consider emphasizing your CAJE support with a graphic online banner, which links the CAJE website to your site. The banners rotate on the CAJE home page. For exhibitors, the banner fee is $125. For non-exhibitors, the banner fee is $175. Over one-third of CAJE website visitors have taken advantage of the opportunity to contact vendors through weblinks on our site. This is a wonderful way to attract customers and promote your product(s) on the market and in circulation!

How can I put my banner on the CAJE web site?
Submit your banner according to the following specifications:
Your banner must measure 300 x 60 pixels and be either a .jpg file or a .gif file. It should be e-mailed to the CAJE Conference Director at dfrank@caje.org.

When will my banner appear on the CAJE web site and for how long will it be there?
The first exhibitor listing will go up by March 31, 2007. Listings will be updated on a bi-weekly basis after that. The banners will remain on our web site until March of 2008.

What is the deadline for banners?
Exhibitors must create and submit their banner by June 16, 2007. The earlier you submit your banner, the sooner you will be listed on the site!

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1. CAJE 32 EXPO - CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN:
   The back wall of an exhibit display may NOT be higher than eight (8) feet unless permission in writing is first obtained from the CAJE EXPO Committee at least 30 days prior to the Conference.
   The sides of an exhibit display may not exceed three (3) feet in height in the booth’s front five (5) feet, but may be up to eight (8) feet high in the rear three (3) foot portion of the booth.
   NO EXHIBIT OR PIECE OF EQUIPMENT SHALL OBSTRUCT THE VIEW OF AN ADJOINING BOOTH, REGARDLESS OF DIMENSIONS, NOR SHALL IT ENTER THE AISLE.
2. BOOTH BOUNDARIES:
   The parties responsible for an exhibit or display that encroaches beyond the designated limits of the assigned booth will be advised of the situation once. If the same or similar situation is repeated, it will be cause for immediate removal of the contents of the booth and forfeiture of all fees for the duration of the EXPO.
3. CONDUCT OF EXHIBITORS:
   Distribution by exhibitors of any print matter, souvenirs or other articles shall be restricted to the space occupied by their exhibit. Amplifiers or public address systems or any audio equipment may NOT be used without written permission of the EXPO Committee, which, if given, may be withdrawn. Any unnecessary noise from an exhibit area to attract attention will not be permitted.
4. SET-UP:
   Set-up of exhibits will begin at 8:00 am on Sunday, August 5 and must be completed by 11:45 a.m. in order to open to the attendees by noon. To ensure a smooth set-up period, exhibitors must adhere to the set-up schedule, which will be mailed with booth assignments.
5. DAILY CLOSING PROCEDURES:
   The doors to the CAJE EXPO will close at the times specified in your booth assignment letter. Exhibitors will have 15 minutes to make their final sales of the day and to close down. Exhibitors will then be required to leave the facility for the evening in order to secure the space.
6. EARLY DEPARTURE:
   Early departure is inconsiderate to other exhibitors and to conference attendees. It disrupts surrounding business and traffic flow.
   EXHIBITS MUST REMAIN INTACT ON CLOSING DAY,
   UNTIL THE SPECIFIED CLOSING TIME.
7. SECURITY:
   Exhibitors must be present at their booth during all business hours or must inform CAJE EXPO staff of their need to leave the booth unattended. CAJE is not responsible for any booth items during an exhibitor’s absence during EXPO hours. The EXPO site will be secured after hours. No exhibitor or representative acting for or on behalf of an exhibitor will be permitted on the exhibit floor before opening or after closing.
8. COMPLIANCE WITH CODES AND LAWS:
   Exhibitors must comply with all fire laws, rules, regulations and ordinances in force in St. Louis, MO. In years past, representatives of the local Fire Marshall have come to insure that these rules are enforced. When the Fire Marshall comes, he or she must find all CAJE EXPO exhibitors in full compliance with all fire regulations.
9. FLAMEPROOF:
   ALL DECORATIONS MUST BE FLAMEPROOF. Carpets, drapes, curtains, scenery, and all other materials used for artistic enhancement in displays MUST BE FLAMEPROOF. Samples of exhibitor merchandise displayed are exempt.
10. TAXES:
    CAJE is neither involved in or responsible for any obligations to local, state, or federal tax authorities on behalf of exhibitors. This is solely the responsibility of the individual exhibitor. The state of Missouri requires that any vendor operating in the state for even a short period of time apply for a Transient Vendor’s License. We will enclose a copy of the form with your booth acceptance letter.
11. INSURANCE:
    The exhibitor recognizes that participation in the CAJE EXPO is a commercial transaction between the exhibitor and the Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education. CAJE will make every effort to provide optimum security for the EXPO area, however, the CAJE EXPO Committee, acting on behalf of the Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education, does not carry insurance on any exhibitor or property. EXHIBITORS WHO DESIRE INSURANCE ON THEIR BOOTH’S CONTENTS MUST PURCHASE THEIR OWN INSURANCE OR ASSUME THE RISK OF LOSS TO THEIR BOOTH CONTENTS AND OTHER PROPERTY.
12. NO LIABILITY:
    The Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education, and/or any other agent acting on its behalf, assumes no liability for personal injury and/or loss or damage to any property of the exhibitor from any cause whatsoever, including, without limitation, injury, loss or damage caused by the negligent acts or omissions on the part of the Coalition for the Advancement of Jewish Education, its agents and/or any other exhibitor.
13. FOOD (KASHRUT):
    Any exhibitor choosing to distribute food must be in compliance with the state of Missouri regulations and must be sensitive to the issue of Kashrut. With regard to Kashrut, approval of the CAJE Mashgiach, Rabbi Aryeh Spero must be obtained for all food items distributed. If you plan to distribute food, please indicate this in the appropriate box on the “Exhibitor Booth Registration” section of the website.
14. UTILITIES:
    Any exhibitor wishing to have access to additional electrical service must make advance arrangements by so indicating on the “Exhibitor Booth Registration” section of the website. There is an additional fee for this service.
15. PACKING MATERIALS:
    No surplus merchandise, packing cases or packing material will be permitted on the exhibit hall floor during business hours. Arrangements for storage of materials may be made through the Exposition service company.
16. NO ANIMALS PERMITTED IN THE EXPO HALL:
    The only animals permitted in the EXPO area are those required for handicapped individuals.
17. TRANSFER:
    No company may transfer its booth space entitlement to another party. The company named on the CAJE EXPO Registration Form must occupy the booth(s).
18. AMENDMENTS:
    The CAJE EXPO Committee shall have the full power to interpret or amend these rules and to make additional rules it may deem proper.
19. CANCELLATION:
    CAJE shall have the right to cancel all contracts upon the exhibitor’s failure to comply with the payment and set-up schedule as stated herein. All balances for the CAJE 32 EXPO must be paid by May 31, 2007.
20. ACCEPTANCE OF RULES AND REGULATIONS:
    Submission of a CAJE EXPO Registration Form signifies acceptance of these rules and regulations.

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CAJE Exhibitor registration rates apply to no more than TWO individual exhibitors per booth. To qualify for the special EXPO rates, full payment must accompany the application. Credit card information may be entered online, or a check may be submitted to the CAJE office with a copy of the vendor confirmation letter received upon completion of online registration. It is expected that all persons registered under the exhibitor rate WILL be assisting in their respective booth(s). Note: For all vendors who request the food plan, the meals during “showtime” will be delivered to your booth.

CAJE 32 IN-RESIDENCE:

• Option 1: $360
  Includes Conference registration, 4 nights lodging in campus dormitory (double occupancy) for 8 a.m. set-up, and 12 meals (Sunday dinner through Thursday lunch).

CAJE 32 COMMUTER:

• Option 1: $260
  Includes Conference registration, and 9 meals (Sunday dinner through Thursday lunch).
• Option 2: $60
  Sunday-Thursday Lunches Only.

SHABBAT/PRE-CONFERENCE:

• August 2-5, 2007 In-Residence Pre-Conference and Shabbat: $325
  Includes 3 nights lodging in campus dormitory (double occupancy) and 9 meals (Thursday dinner through Sunday lunch).
• August 3-5, 2006 In-Residence Shabbat: $215
  Includes 2 night lodging in campus dormitory (double occupancy) and 6 meals (Friday dinner through Sunday lunch).

SINGLE-ROOM SUPPLEMENT: $ 175

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