Exhibitors Resource Fair:

 Date: 10/27 - 10/28/26   Time: 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. each day Location: Gull Lake Center ~ Grand Ballroom

Here's what attendees can typically expect:

Exhibitor Booths:

• Correctional Agencies: State and federal correctional departments providing updates on policies, procedures, and programs.
• Vendors and Suppliers: Exhibits featuring the latest products, technologies, and solutions for correctional facilities.
• Non-Profit Organizations: Information on advocacy, support services, and programs for inmates and their families.

Networking Opportunities:

• Peer Connections: Interactions with fellow corrections professionals from different facilities and regions.
• Vendor Interactions: Engage with vendors to discuss products, services, and potential partnerships.
• Industry Experts: Meet experts in the field, including researchers, consultants, and trainers.

Sponsor Opportunities:

• Signage recognition at the Fall Conference.
• Recognition on all Fall Conference e-mails for all sponsorship levels.  Top-level Sponsors receive recognition on all-emails including Fall Conference e-mails.
• Free exhibit space for top-level Sponsors; discounted exhibit space for gold, silver, and bronze level sponsors.
• Sponsor information:  Sponsorship Benefits ~ Sponsorship Levels

Health and Wellness Resources:

• Mental Health Services: Information on programs and resources for addressing inmate mental health needs.
• Healthcare Providers: Updates on medical services, treatment options, and preventive care within correctional settings.

Reentry and Rehabilitation Programs:

• Community Partnerships: Collaborative initiatives between correctional facilities and community organizations for successful reentry.
• Job Training: Programs offering vocational skills training, resume workshops, and employment resources for inmates.

Safety and Security Solutions:

• Equipment Displays: Showcase of security cameras, access control systems, and inmate monitoring technologies.
• Consultation Services: Discussions with security experts on risk assessments, facility design, and security planning.

Job and Career Opportunities:

• Job Fair: Opportunities to explore career openings in various roles within correctional facilities.
• Recruitment: Information on recruitment programs, benefits, and incentives for correctional officers and staff.

Support Services for Families:

• Family Information Centers: Resources for families of inmates, including support groups, counseling services, and visitation guidelines.
• Legal Aid for Families: Assistance with navigating legal processes, rights, and responsibilities of family members.

Giveaways and Prizes:

• Raffles and Contests: Fun activities with chances to win prizes, gift cards, or technology gadgets.
• Promotional Items: Freebies such as pens, notepads, and merchandise from exhibitors and sponsors.

Exhibitor Set-up and Tear-down:

Booths will have an 8 ft table with 2 chairs unless you noted you have a free-standing display and do not need a table when you registered.

• Set-up:  Monday 10/26 (4-7 p.m.), Tuesday 10/27  (starting at 7 a.m.)
  Registration and Resource Fair opens at 8:00 
• Tear-down:  The Resource Fair will conclude Wednesday 10/28 at 3:00 p.m.   

For questions please contact MCA - Debbie or Kristin, MCA Administrative Managers
mca-mn@hotmail.com / KLueken.mca@gmail.com