2025 ACI Annual Conference
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Overview
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Agenda
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Registration
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Lodging
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Transportation
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Sponsors
2025 ACI Conference Overview
Each year, the Association for Conservation Information (ACI) hosts a conference to bring together conservation communicators for the exchange of ideas, strategies, and best practices. The 2025 conference is set for July 21-24 and will be hosted by New Jersey DEP Fish and Wildlife at the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel, conveniently located in the heart of downtown Atlantic City.
Attendees can look forward to a dynamic agenda featuring keynote speakers, partner updates, and hands-on workshops that tackle current challenges and innovations in conservation communication. The event also provides valuable networking opportunities, allowing professionals to collaborate and share knowledge in support of natural resource conservation.
Don't miss this chance to connect, learn, and inspire the future of conservation communication!
Need Assistance?
For general inquires please contact Linda DiPiano at linda.dipiano@dep.nj.gov. For technical assistance please contact Lance Cherry at lance@cahss.org.
Agenda
Conference Registration
Paying by check or purchase order?
Enter Discount Code: INVOICE25
Cancellation Policy:
Registrations canceled by June 30 will receive a refund minus a $50 administrative fee. Cancellations after June 30 will not receive any refund due to obligations that ACI will have committed to with caterers and event contractors. Substitutions are allowed; please contact linda.dipiano@dep.nj.gov to request a substitution, if required.
Method of Payment: Check or credit card may be used to pay for event registration. If you are paying by check, make payable to “Association for Conservation Information” and mail to: ACI Annual Conference, c/o Judy Stokes Weber, 1085 Lake Road, Panton, VT 05491.
Lodging
Make your stay comfortable and convenient at the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel, where we've secured a special group rate of just $107 per night (plus taxes and fees). Located at 2 Convention Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, take advantage of this exclusive discount and stay right in the heart of the action!
Rates include free Wi-Fi and access to the fitness center. Parking is available $20 per day, Valet is $37 per day. Check-in time is 3 p.m. and check-out is 12 p.m.
Be sure to book your room by June 25, 2025, to lock in this great rate.
Want to learn more about the hotel and all it has to offer? Check out the Sheraton Atlantic City’s website here!
Airports & Transportation
This year’s conference will take place at the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel, located at 2 Convention Boulevard in Atlantic City, New Jersey. When planning your travel, you’ll find a variety of options available.
Philadelphia International Airport, 8500 Essington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153 – All major airline carriers and services are available.
Rental Car: Philadelphia International Airport is a quick 60-minute drive via the Atlantic City Expressway. Rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, SIXT, and TURO.
Train: You can also take a Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) train from the airport to the 30th Street Train Station in Philadelphia. Once at the 30th Street Station, you can board a regional rail NJ Transit Atlantic City Rail Line train that takes you to a stop directly across the street from the Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel. Approximately 2 hours. For more information, visit: www.phl.org/getting-around/public-transportation
NJ Transit’s Philadelphia: Atlantic City Rail Line run thirteen trains per day between Philadelphia (30th Street Station) and the Atlantic City Rail Terminal at the Convention Center, with local stops. Amtrak trains, SEPTA regional rail service, and a rail line to and from the Philadelphia International Airport all connect at 30th Street Station. You can also call (800) AC-TRAIN in New Jersey or (215) 580-7800 in Pennsylvania for more information.
Greyhound Bus: provides scheduled service to Atlantic City from Philadelphia’s 30th Street Station to the Atlantic City Municipal Terminal, which is located at Michigan and Atlantic Avenues near all major hotels. www.greyhound.com (800) 231-2222
The following companies provide transportation from the Philadelphia International Airport:
- Avalon Limousine Service (Philadelphia & Atlantic City airport): This is a limousine & shuttle service. Reservations must be made in advance. (609) 646-8642.
- Elite Limousine Service: This service provides Airport Shuttle Service to Atlantic City and Philadelphia Airport. Call (844) 818-6073 to make a reservation.
Atlantic City International Airport, 101 Atlantic City International Airport, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 – The Atlantic City International Airport is located just minutes from the city and offers shuttle services, taxi, and car rental transportation. They have scheduled service with American Airlines and Spirit Airlines.
Rental Car: Atlantic City International Airport is a quick 20-25-minute drive via the Atlantic City Expressway (tolls). Avis, Enterprise, and Budget are located on-site.
Ride Share: Uber or Lyft available
The following companies provide transportation from the Atlantic City International Airport:
- Avalon Limousine Service (Philadelphia & Atlantic City airport): This is a limousine & shuttle service. Reservations must be made in advance. (609) 646-8642.
- Elite Limousine Service: This service provides Airport Shuttle Service to Atlantic City and Philadelphia Airport. Call (844) 818-6073 to make a reservation.
- AC Jitney Association: Call (609) 646-8642 for reservations.
- Atlantic City Airport Taxi Service: Available curbside. For assistance, call operations at ext. 4725 from the courtesy phone at the taxi service desk, between baggage claim and the terminal exit. Direct phone (609) 645-7895 x 4725.
Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, NJ 07114 – All major airline carriers and services are available.
Rental Car: Newark Liberty International Airport is approximately a 2-hour drive via the Garden State Parkway. Rental companies include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Payless, SIXT, and Thrifty.
Newark Airport Express Bus: Runs continually from the Airport to the NJ/NY Port Authority Bus Terminal located at 41st Street and 8th Avenue in Manhattan. Time is approximately 30/40 minutes to Port Authority. Once at Port Authority, take a New Jersey Transit bus (800-582-5964), a Greyhound Bus (800-231-2222) or an Academy Bus (800-992-0451) to Atlantic City.
On behalf of the Association for Conservation Information, we invite you to participate as an exhibitor and/or sponsor at the upcoming 2025 conference taking place in Atlantic City, New Jersey, from July 21-24, hosted by NJDEP Fish & Wildlife. We hope you can join us!
About the Conference
This annual event will attract approximately 120 conservation communicators from state and federal natural resource agencies across the country, including web developers, writers, public relations professionals, designers, videographers, and more. Conference highlights include professional development, networking opportunities, and social events.
Sponsorship Opportunities & Benefits
As a sponsor, you will receive varying levels of visibility at the conference, appropriate to the investment. Please review the benefit grid on the following pages for details and select the sponsor level that’s right for you.
Pricing &Benefits |
Diamond Level $5,000 |
Platinum Level $3,500 |
Gold Level $2,500 |
Silver Level $1,000 |
Bronze Level $750 |
| Opportunity to Address Attendees Directly | 15-minute presentation (to be coordinated with conference organizers) | 10-minute presentation (to be coordinated with conference organizers | |||
| Logo Placement | Prominent placement on conference signage, Whova App, conference website, on-screen between main sessions, and in event email marketing | Prominent placement on conference signage, Whova App, conference website, on-screen between main sessions, and in event email marketing | Placement on conference signage, Whova App, conference website, on-screen between main sessions, and in event email marketing | Placement on conference signage, Whova App, conference website, on-screen between main sessions | |
| Recognition on Conference Website and App including description | Logo & link to your website | Logo & link to your website | Logo & link to your website | Name listed | Name listed |
| Verbal Recognition | At Conference Opening | At Conference Opening | At Conference Opening | ||
| Provide an Insert for the Conference Bag | X | X | |||
| In-Person Exhibit Space | 10’X20’ In a premium location | 10’X20’ In a premium location | 10’X10’ space | 10’X10’ space | 10’X10’ space |
| Complimentary Conference Registration(s) | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | |
| Attendee List Post-Conference | X | X |
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities |
Fee
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| WELCOME SOCIAL - Exclusive sponsor of the Welcoming Social on Monday evening. Recognition will include logo placement on ACI website, onsite signage, and on the mobile and print agenda | $2,000 |
| BREAKFAST - Three breakfast sponsorships are available. Recognition will include a mention directly after breakfast during the welcome, signage at breakfast, and agenda recognition (e.g., Breakfast – Brought to you by the sponsoring company). | $1,500 |
| ACI AUCTION DINNER - Recognition will include the name (e.g., ACI Auction Dinner brought to you by the sponsoring company), special recognition, and signage at the dinner. | $3,000 |
| ACI AWARDS DINNER - Recognition will include the name (e.g., ACI Awards Dinner brought to you by the sponsoring company), special recognition, and signage at the dinner. | $3,000 |
| COFFEE BREAK - Three coffee break sponsorships are available. Recognition will include a mention directly before the break, signage at the break, and agenda recognition (e.g., Coffee Break – Brought to you by the sponsoring company). | $1,000 |
| Conference Gift | Any Amount |
| Auction Item(s) Donation - Includes recognition at auction and name listed in conference program | Any Amount |
Purchase Your Sponsorship
Exhibit Details & Hours
Commercial Exhibit Space - $500
Government / Non-Profit Exhibit Space - $250
A standard exhibit space includes a 6’ skirted table, one complimentary conference registration, and a brief company description in the conference app. Power and internet for space are not included in the fee; however, will be available for an additional charge. A form to order power will be available upon request.
Exhibit Set Up
- Monday, July 21: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday, July 22: 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Exhibit Hours
- Tuesday, July 22: During coffee & lunch break, and before dinner
- Wednesday, July 23: During coffee & lunch breaks
- Thursday, July 24: During coffee & lunch breaks
Exhibit Tear Down
- Exhibitor’s discretion (except during official Exhibit Hours)
QUESTIONS? Contact Linda DiPiano, (609) 947-5360 or linda.dipiano@dep.nj.gov
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