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Host: Bangladesh Association of FloridaA 501 C (7) Non-profit organization
(844) 272-5767
31st FOBANA ConventionOctober 6,7,8
Hyatt Regency HotelMiami, Florida
4928 10th Avenue North Green Acres, Florida – 33463 PH: (844) 272-5767, FAX: (239) 362-3536, E-mail: fobana2017@gmail.com
FOBANA is a 501 c (3) non-profit corporation. The FOBANA trademark is duly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office: 15 USC 1051 et seq., 37 CFR Part 2. It is a violation of U.S. Patent law for anyone to use this or any confusingly similar trademark without proper authorization. Any violator of the U. S.
Patent law in this regard may become subject to civil and criminal penalty. More information about FOBANA Executive Committee can be found at www.fobanaonline.com. Join us at www.facebook.com/groups/386606778121605
www.fobana2017.fobanaonline.com, Email: fobana2017@gmail.com,
Tel: 1-844-272-5767, Fax: 239-362-3536
31st FOBANA Convention Host Bangladesh Association of Florida
Host committee President
Mohamed Emran
Convener M. Rahman Zahir
Chief Coordinator
Atiquer Rahman
Member Secretary Arif Ahmed Ashraf
Chief Advisor Abdul Wahed Mahfuz
Sr. Executive Co-Convener
Rana Haque Executive Co-Convener Osman Chowdhury Apu
Executive Co-Convener Emraranul Haque Chaklader
Sr. Executive Secretary Faruque Sarkar
Executive Secretary Mohammed Shahed
Cultural Chairperson A.B.M. Gulam Mustafa
Stall and Booth Chairperson Rezaul Islam
Registration Chairperson Tamanna Ahmed
Magazine Chairperson Rafiqul Haque
Press & Publication Chairperson Kamal Hossain
Information & Communication Chairperson
Eftekar C. Rinko Hotel Accommodation Chairperson
Kabir Chowdhury
Executive Committee 2016-17
Chairperson Azadul Haq
Executive Secretary
M Mowla Dilu
31st FOBANA Convention Venue Miami Hyatt Regency Hotel
Host: Bangladesh Association of Florida A 501 C (7) Organization
Date April 21, 2017 Greetings Dear Patrons, It is our sincere pleasure to invite you to the 31st FOBANATM (Federation of Bangladeshi Associations in North America) Convention, also known as FOBANA 2017, the largest single annual gathering of the Bangladeshis living in North America. This year the annual convention (FOBANA 2017) will take place at the Hyatt Regency, Miami, Florida on October 6,7 and 8, 2017. The FOBANATM mission is to “promote and uphold” the interest of the people of Bangladeshi origin living in North America. It works through membership organizations in each state. The main objectives of each organization are to offer assistance and guidance of all people of Bangladeshi origin, fight discrimination and prejudice against Bangladeshis, promote and highlight the rich culture and heritage of Bangladesh and strengthen ties between North America and Bangladesh. Currently there are over 65 member organizations in FOBANATM and the numbers are growing every year. In addition to a number of cultural programs which are always the highlights of any FOBANATM convention, in 2017 we have plans to organize special forums and seminars focusing on social, technological, medical/health and economic issues of bilateral interest between the two countries – Bangladesh and USA. We plan to invite a number of distinguished speakers, scholars and experts from Bangladesh and North America to participate in the symposia. In addition, we will publish a commemorative magazine to mark the occasion. The host community here is highly excited about the event and eager to show the warm hospitality. The three-day event is expected to draw thousands of people from North America. We would be happy to furnish you with any other background information that you may need. We undoubtedly need your help and support in order to accomplish our goals and objectives. You can help us in many ways by being a patron, individual sponsor (many levels) or by advertising in our magazine. We also have VIP tickets available in packages. Finally, we sincerely hope that you can join us in the convention for fun and enjoyment as well. Please contact us to confirm your decision or with any question. Thanking you in anticipation. Sincerely, M. Rahman Zahir Arif Ahmed Ashraf Convener Member Secretary 2017 Host Committee 2016 Host Committee
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What is FOBANA
FOBANA® is a non-profit, non-political and non-discriminatory, IRS 501c(3) tax-exempt (Tax ID 26-1747615) organization. It was established in 1987.
FOBANA® has been recognized as an umbrella organization where Bangladeshi Americans gather to celebrate their success and introduce their vibrant culture to this multicultural country. Since its inception, FOBANA® has been working tirelessly in North America , far away from our ancestral homeland, to keep our indigenous culture and pass it on to the next generations growing up in the United States and Canada.
FOBANA® has recently received appreciation for its work to assimilate our people with the mainstream of North American people and culture. FOBANA® is a symbol of our hope and aspiration and a unifying force for bringing our communities together and for moving it in forward direction.
FOBANA holds an annual convention hosted by a member organization based in North America. The host organization is given autonomy to work out the details with general guidance from the FOBANA Executive Committee. Bangladesh American Association of GA was selected as the host organizaiton for FOBANA 2013.
FOBANA Mission• Increase the awareness of Bangladeshi culture and heritage to promote peace and harmony in the community. • Provide an opportunity for Bangladeshi-Americans to get together in a fun and exciting environment to highlight contributions of Bangladeshi culture to the diversity in North America. • Recognize the contribution that Bangladeshi-Americans/Canadians make through their many professional, religious, cultural, social, educational, political and civic organizations.
Demographics & GrowthAttendance at FOBANA convention has grown exponentially each year. This event has come to be known as the largest Bangladeshi event in North America. FOBANA event has generated publicity and recognition throughout North America.
Bangladeshi American/Canadian families from all over North America, Bangladeshi businesses, students, scientists, doctors, engineers, intellectuals, over 400 performers from North America and many high profile performers and high profile dignitaries from Bangladesh and North America will attend the event.
• 61% of those attending have a household income greater than $65,000.00 (approx.)• 20% attendees have a household income that exceeds $100,000.00 (approx.)• 60% attendees are college graduates• 60% of those fall into age categories ranging from 24 – 55
Bangladeshi community is one of the fastest growing amongst Asian-Americans in North America.
Main Attractions• Entertainment and cultural program throughout the weekend • Over 100 exhibits and stalls from North America and Bangladesh • Seminars and symposium discussions on Society, Education, Health, Science and Technology, Environment and Our Liberation War • Bangladeshi bazaar featuring items for sale from Bangladesh • Food vendors with traditional and festival favorites • Musical groups, traditional and modern dance • Live TV broadcast, fashion shows, beauty pageant, talent search
23111 San Salvador Place, TX 77494 Phone (609) 362-2624 FOBANA is a 501c (3) non-profit corporation. The FOBANA trademark is duly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office: 15 USC 1051 et seq., 37 CFR Part 2. It is a violation of U.S. Patent law for anyone to use this or any confusingly similar trademark without proper authorization. Any violator of the U. S.
Patent law in this regard may become subject to civil and criminal penalty. More information about FOBANA Executive Committee can be found at www.fobanaonline.com. Follow us in http://on.fb.me/1oFezll
Executive Committee 2016-17
Chairperson Azadul Haq, TX
fobanaec@gmail.com
Vice Chairperson Mohamed Alamgir, VA
malamgir1@aol.com
Executive Secretary M Mowla Dilu, GA
mmowla@bellsouth.net
Joint Executive Secretary Zakaria Chowdhury (NY)
joybanglausa@gmail.com
Treasurer Shah Haleem, TX
shaleem@yahoo.com
Outstanding Members: Nahid Chowdhury Mamun
ATM Alam Nurul Amin Nuru
Jashim Uddin Atiquer Rahman
Rehan Reza Dr. Ahsan Chowdhury Hero
Executive Member Organizations
Bangladesh Friendship Society Bangladesh Association of Florida
Bangladesh American Association of Georgia
Bangladesh Association of Houston Mid Continent Bangladesh Association
Bangladesh Association of America, Inc. Bangladesh Association of New Jersey
Bangladesh Community of Los Angeles Bangladesh Association of Georgia, Inc. Bangladesh Expatriate Society of Texas Bangladesh Association of North Texas
Drama Circle Bangladesh Association of Montreal
31st FOBANA Convention Host
Bangladesh Association of Florida Convener
M Rahman Jahir Member Secretary Arif Ahmed Ashraf
Website: www.fobanaonline.com Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1oFezll
To: Date: September 4, 2016 Mohamed Emran President Bangladesh Association of Florida Virginia Subject: Award Letter for FOBANA 2017 Convention Dear Mr. Emran, It is our pleasure to award your organization – Bangladesh Association of Florida the privilege to host FOBANA 2017 Convention. The FOBANA flag that was handed over to your organization at the last day of FOBANA 2016 Convention at Washington DC carries significant responsibility and honor. We are confident that you will uphold the values and policies of FOBANA organization and will organize a great convention on October 6-8, 2017 at Miami, Florida. You are hereby authorized with full rights and privileges as outlined in our procedures to use the copyrighted brand FOBANA to promote the convention, reserve venue, solicit advertisement and sponsorship. FOBANA is a registered trademark under USPTO. Therefore no one else can legally use that name in 2017 for a convention except Bangladesh Association of Florida. Again, congratulations to your entire team. We wish you a great success for the convention and we look forward to attending the convention. Subject: Sincerely, Nahid Choowdhury Mamun Azadul Haq Chairperson Executive Secretary
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FOBANA 2017 will be held at the Hyatt Regency Miami, located at 400 South East Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33131, USA, T +1 305 358 1234F +1 305 358 0529. There will be special rates for FOBANA attendees which will be announced on the web site. Please visit our website: www.fobana2017.fobanaonline.com for the latest updates.
Venue: Hyatt Regency Miami
400 South East Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33131, USA, T +1
305 358 1234F +1 305 358 0529
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Recognition as the Title Sponsor on all materialsComplimentary gift basketPriority seating in the front rowsA seat at the opening ceremony on main stage Complimentary meal vouchersBackpage advertisement of the magazineRecognition during activities and eventsName on the back of the program brochureComplimentary Business Seminar registrationOne booth (with one table and two chairs) in prime location5 min introduction on the stage during prime timeTransportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)5 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights5 Complimentary VIP family 3 days ticketsIn this categiry there will be ONLY ONE title sponsor. The benefits will
include everything listed in the Title Sponsorship level.
Recognition as the Emerald Sponsor on all materialsComplimentary gift basketPriority seating in the front rowsComplimentary meal vouchersInner backpage color ad in the magazineRecognition during activities and eventsName on the back of the program brochureComplimentary Business Seminar registrationOne booth (with one table and two chairs) in prime location3 min introduction on the stage during prime time Transportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)2 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights2 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Recognition as the Diamond Sponsor on all materialsComplimentary gift basketPriority seating in the front rowsComplimentary meal vouchersInner backpage color ad in the magazine Recognition during activities and eventsName on the back of the program brochureComplimentary Business Seminar registrationOne booth (with one table and two chairs) in prime location3 min introduction on the stage during prime time Transportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)3 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights3 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Emerald Sponsor $25,000.00*
Title Sponsor $50,000.00*
Exclusive Single Title Sponsor $75,000.00*
Corporate Sponsorship Levels
Diamond Sponsor $35,000.00*
Through FOBANA your company can tap into a market of half a million people nationally and 120 million people internationally. All major Bangladeshi TV Media and newspapers will cover this event. During the convention over 3000 complementary copies of the souvenir magazine will be distributed to the attendees. The registration goodie bag will includes exciting offers from various sponsors and vendors. It is the best way to reach out to entire Bangladeshi community in North America. It is one of the most cost effective ways to establish your brand and brand name permanently on millions of consumers of Bangladeshi origins at home and abroad.
Reason for being a FOBANA Sponsor
* Subject to change without notice
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Recognition as the Sapphire Sponsor on all materialsPriority seating in the front rowsComplimentary meal vouchersOne full page color ad in the magazine Name on the back of the program brochureOne booth (with one table and two chairs)Transportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)1 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights1 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Recognition as the Onyx Sponsor on all materialsComplimentary meal vouchersOne full page color ad in the magazine Name on the back of the program brochureOne booth (with one table and two chairs)Transportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)1 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Recognition as the Topas Sponsor on all materialsPriority seating in the front rowsComplimentary meal vouchersOne full page color ad in the magazine Name on the back of the program brochureOne booth (with one table and two chairs)Transportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)1 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights1 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Recognition as the Ruby Sponsor on all materialsPriority seating in the front rowsComplimentary meal vouchersOne full page color ad in the magazine Recognition during activities and eventsName on the back of the program brochureComplimentary Business Seminar registrationOne booth (with one table and two chairs)Transportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)2 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights2 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Onyx Sponsor $5,000.00*
Sapphire Sponsor $15,000.00*
Corporate Sponsorship Levels
Topas Sponsor $10,000.00*
Ruby Sponsor $20,000.00*
* Subject to change without notice
Complimentary gift basketPriority seating in front rowsComplimentary meal coupons Individual bio in the website and magazineRecognition during activities and eventOne booth (with one table and two chairs)Recognition on web site and magazineTransportation (from airport to hotel and back by Hotel shuttle service)2 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights2 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Complimentary gift basketPriority seating in front rowsComplimentary meal coupons Individual bio in the website and magazineRecognition during activities and eventOne booth (with one table and two chairs)Recognition on web site and magazine1 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights1 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Individual bio in the website and magazineRecognition during activities and eventRecognition on web site and magazine1 Complimentary hotel rooms for 3 nights1 Complimentary VIP family 3 days tickets
Gold Sponsor $3,000.00*Platinum Sponsor $5,000.00* Silver Sponsor $1,500.00*
Individual Sponsorship Levels
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We, the undersigned business would like to be a sponsor of the 31st FOBANA Convention of FOBANA 2017 that will be held on October 6, 7,8, at the Hyatt Regency, Miami, Florida.
Corporate Sponsorship LevelsFor the most up to date information, please visit our web site at www.fobana2016.fobanaonline.com.
Exclusive Tittle sponsor: $75,000Title Sponsor: $50,000Diamond sponsor: $35,000Emerald sponsor: $25,000 Ruby sponsor: $20,000Sapphire sponsor: $15,000Topas sponsor: $10,000Onyx sponsor: $5,000
We have read and accepted the benefits and agree to donate $_________________ for the FOBANA 2016 Convention.
Signature:_________________________________________ Date:___________________________
Business Name:______________________________________________________________________
Contact Person:______________________________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________
Phone:____________________________________ Fax:______________________________________
Email:______________________________________________________________________________
Please make your check or money order payable to FOBANA 2017 and mail it to:4928 10th Avenue NorthGreen Acres, Florida – 33463TEL: 1-844-272-5767, FAX: (239) 362-3536, E-mail: fobana2017@gmail.com
Please do not write below this line (official use only)__________________________________________________________________________________________
Received by:__________________________ Amount: $___________________ Date:______________________
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We, the undersigned business would like to be a sponsor of the 31st FOBANA Convention of FOBANA 2017 that will be held on October 6, 7,8, at the Hyatt Regency, Miami, Florida.
Corporate Sponsorship LevelsFor the most up to date information, please visit our web site at www.fobana2016.fobanaonline.com.
Platinum Sponsor, $5,000Gold sponsor, $3,000 Silver sponsor, $1,500
We have read and accepted the benefits and agree to donate $_________________ for the FOBANA 2015 Convention.
Signature:_________________________________________ Date:___________________________
Business Name:______________________________________________________________________
Contact Person:______________________________________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Phone:______________________ Fax:______________________
Email:______________________________________________________________________________
Please make your check or money order payable to FOBANA 2017 and mail it to:4928 10th Avenue NorthGreen Acres, Florida – 33463TEL: 1-844-272-5767, FAX: (239) 362-3536, E-mail: fobana2017@gmail.com
Please do not write below this line (official use only)__________________________________________________________________________________________
Received by:__________________________ Amount: $___________________ Date:______________
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The 31st FOBANA Convention of FOBANA 2017 will be held on October 6, 7,8, at the Hyatt Regency, Miami, Florida.
All interested businesses and vendors are welcome to participate in this colorful event. For more informaiton please visit our web site at www.fobana2017.fobanaonline.com
STALL WILL BE ABAILABLE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS.
TERMS AND CONDITION
1. Rent for a) Prime Location 10’ X 8’ space is $ 2,000.00 3 days b) Standard Location 10’ X 8’ space is $ 1,500.00 for 3 days c) General Location 10’ X 8’ space is $ 1000.00 for 3 days
2. Vendor will be responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of the allocated area and the waste materials.
3. Exhibitors/Vendors will pay half of the rent along with completed application signed by April 30, 2017 as non-refundable deposit and the other half is due by July 31, 2017. If final payment is not received by the due date, the deposit will be forfeited and the space will be rented to other interested exhibitors/vendors.
4. The requirements are different for the interested vendors from Bangladesh. Please contact us separately.
I accept the above terms and condition and would like to rent a space for $ __________________________ during the 2017 FOBANA Convention.
Signature_____________________________________ Date_________________________________
Business Name______________________________________________________________________
Contact Person________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________Email________________________________
Please make your check or money order payable to FOBANA 2017 and mail it to:4928 10th Avenue NorthGreen Acres, Florida – 33463TEL: 1-844-272-5767, FAX: (239) 362-3536, E-mail: fobana2017@gmail.com
Disclaimer: Vendor hereby agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FOBANA 2017 Host Committee, and its affiliates, members, agents, officers, directors, members of the FOBANA Executive Committee from and against any liabilities, damages, losses, claims, suits, judgments, fines, costs and expenses, including without limitation, attorneys’ fees and expenses, incurred by such Indemnifies parties arising out of or relating in any way to Vendor’s breach of its obligations set forth herein or Vendor’s sale and/or service of goods at the event, or any other activity related thereto, including, without limitation, any such liabilities, damages, or other matters arising from injury or illness to, or death of, any person, or damage to, or destruction of, any property. FOBANA 2017 Host Committee will not provide any insurance of coverage.
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The 31st FOBANA Convention of FOBANA 2017 will be held on October 6, 7,8, at the Hyatt Regency, Miami, Florida.
All interested businesses and vendors are welcome to participate in this colorful event. For more informaiton please visit our web site at www.fobana2017.fobanaonline.com
FOOD STALL ARE VERY LIMITED AND WILL BE ABAILABLE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS.
TERMS AND CONDITION
1. Rent is $5,000 per stall.2. Vendor will be responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of the allocated area and the waste materials.3. Vendors will pay half of the rent along with completed application signed by July 31, 2017 as non-refundable deposit and the other half is due by August 31, 2017. If final payment is not received by the due date, the deposit will be forfeited and the space will be rented to other interested exhibitors/vendors.4. Vendors must have liability insurance that includes the Hyatt Regency and FOBANA 2017 as covered beneficiary5. No alcohol or alcoholic beverage is allowed to sell in the vicinity.5. No smoke or flame producing equipment is allowed to use.6. Selling price should be reasonable to all parties.7. All city, county, state laws must be followed during operation. Having appropriate license to sale is vendor’s responsibility.8. Stall must be operational with full supply during operation, closing or early closing may cause penalty or fine.9. ‘Staff Entry Ticket’ is part of vendor’s responsibility.10. Vendors must accept approved Food Coupon from the Host Committee11. Each vendor will provide 25 food coupons to the Host Committee 12. FOBANA 2017 reserves right to cancel this contract without prior notice with partial refund of security deposit.
I accept the above terms and condition and would like to rent a space for $ __________________________ during the 2017 FOBANA Convention.
Signature_____________________________________ Date_________________________________
Business Name______________________________________________________________________
Contact Person________________________________
Address__________________________________________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________Email________________________________
Please make your check or money order payable to FOBANA 2017 and mail it to:4928 10th Avenue NorthGreen Acres, Florida – 33463TEL: 1-844-272-5767, FAX: (239) 362-3536, E-mail: fobana2017@gmail.com
Disclaimer: Vendor hereby agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FOBANA 2017 Host Committee, and its affiliates, members, agents, officers, directors, members of the FOBANA Executive Committee from and against any liabilities, damages, losses, claims, suits, judgments, fines, costs and expenses, including without limitation, attorneys’ fees and expenses, incurred by such Indemnifies parties arising out of or relating in any way to Vendor’s breach of its obligations set forth herein or Vendor’s sale and/or service of goods at the event, or any other activity related thereto, including, without limitation, any such liabilities, damages, or other matters arising from injury or illness to, or death of, any person, or damage to, or destruction of, any property. FOBANA 2017 Host Committee will not provide any insurance of coverage.
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Advertisement Insertion AgreementThe 31st FOBANA Convention or FOBANA 2017 is going to bring out a colorful, informative Magazine rich with insightful literature by famous writers, poets, and critics of Bangladesh and Bangladeshis living abroad. Over two thousand copies of the magazine will be distributed for this Convention. We would like to invite you to place your advertisement in this colorful Magazine and be a proud partner in making history together.
Advertisement Rates
Please select one from below. For the latest information, please visit our website www.fobana2017.fobanaonline.com
Front inner cover page $ 2000Back inner cover page $ 2000Full page colour $ 500 half page $ 300
I, ____________________________________________________________ do hereby authorize the FOBANA 2017, to publish our advertisement in their Souvenir Magazine.
I enclose herewith a check/money order of $_______________________payable to FOBANA 2017.
Signature: __________________________________ Date:_______________________
Position: ________________________________________________________________
Organization: ____________________________________________________________ Phone: _________________________________ E-Mail: _________________________
Please fill up and sign the form and mail or fax it to the FOBANA 2017 Office. Please make your check or money order payable to FOBANA 2017 and mail it to:4928 10th Avenue NorthGreen Acres, Florida – 33463, TEL: 1-844-272-5767, FAX: (239) 362-3536, E-mail: fobana2017@gmail.com
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4928 10th Avenue North Green Acres, Florida – 33463, Tel – 1-844-272-5767 FOBANA is a 501 c (3) non-profit corporation. The FOBANA trademark is duly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office: 15 USC 1051 et seq., 37 CFR Part 2. It is a violation of U.S. Patent law for anyone to use this or any confusingly similar trademark without proper authorization. Any violator of the U. S.
Patent law in this regard may become subject to civil and criminal penalty. More information about FOBANA Executive Committee can be found at www.fobanaonline.com. Join us at www.facebook.com/groups/386606778121605
Dear Friends: Welcome to The 31st FOBANA at beautiful Miami, Florida. On Behalf of the entire host committee team we THANK YOU for visiting the FOBANA 2017 website and we hope to see you all in FOBANA convention to be held from October 6,7 and 8, 2017 at the Miami Hyatt Regency Hotel. You don’t have to be a member of FOBANA to perform at the convention but we encourage you to be a member and register your organization. Member organizations will have higher priority and preference. You will also be eligible to vote at the Annual General Meeting of FOBANA. Please note,
• Only Registered Organizations will be recognized at the convention • Registration with the Host Committee is a requirement for voting rights at the AGM • You will receive a confirmed 10 or 15 Minutes of performance time on the main stage (Additional rules
by Cultural Committee applies) • All members (new/existing/past) must fill out FOBANA membership form
ALL REGISTRATION MUST be done on or before August 31, 2017 MIDNIGHT with the Registration Chair listed below. Additional rules apply to be a new member of FOBANA. Registration for all FOBANA member organizations (valid/expired/new) Cultural Registration fee $250 plus FOBANA Membership fee $50, total $300. (New members will have access to AGM but will not have voting rights in the first year of membership) Registration for non-FOBANA members, individual performers, bands, groups etc. Cultural Registration fee $250 (No voting rights or access to AGM) A penalty fee of $50 will apply after August 31. Three ways to pay the registration fees:
1. Pay online by going to the FOBANA Website www.fobanaonline.com and click on the Online Payment link.
2. Send a check to FOBANA Treasurer
Attn: Shah Haleem
FOBANA 5815 Silkbay Meadow Dr. Katy, TX 77494
3. Electronically transfer fund to FOBANA Account Bank name: Bank of America
Account number: 435015879668 Routing number: 051000017
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4928 10th Avenue North Green Acres, Florida – 33463, Tel – 1-844-272-5767 FOBANA is a 501 c (3) non-profit corporation. The FOBANA trademark is duly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office: 15 USC 1051 et seq., 37 CFR Part 2. It is a violation of U.S. Patent law for anyone to use this or any confusingly similar trademark without proper authorization. Any violator of the U. S.
Patent law in this regard may become subject to civil and criminal penalty. More information about FOBANA Executive Committee can be found at www.fobanaonline.com. Join us at www.facebook.com/groups/386606778121605
FOBANA 2017 Cultural Registration Form Name of the Organization/Individual
Title of the program
Type of program Songs/Dance/Drama/Musical /__________.(circle one or more)
Participation type Children’s/Adult/Mixed (circle one) Program details (Attach more pages if needed)
Duration of program in minutes (circle one) 10min 15min 25min
Number of participants Audio requirement (Number and type of microphone)
Number of Microphone: Type:
Lighting requirement (Type of lighting, spot, flood, color)
Any other special requirement
Video and/or Audio demo. (circle one) Video Audio
Contract Person Telephone no. E-Mail address
The following rules will be strictly followed
1) All contents must be related to Bangladesh and Bangla language 2) Registration form must be completed by paying proper fees along with the registration form. 3) The registration fee is $250.00 (if paid before August 31, 2017) and $300.00 if paid after August 31,
2017. 4) Individual groups are responsible to provide printed payment receipt to the Stage Manager before the show. 5) Cultural Program will start around 2:00 P.M.; depending on the number of participants and will continue until
12 mid night of Saturday and Sunday. Opening ceremony will start on Friday at 7:00 P.M.
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Official Trademarks of FOBANA
Trademark in USA Trademark in Bangladesh
Official FOBANA Trade License
THIS IS TO CERTIFY that all applicable provisions of the District of Columbia Business Organizations Code have been complied with and accordingly, this CERTIFICATE OF REINSTATEMENT is hereby issued to:
C E R T I F I C A T E
FEDERATION OF BANGLADESHI ASSOCIATIONS IN NORTH AMERICA
IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and caused the seal of this office to be affixed as of 2/22/2017 9:33 AM
Business and Professional Licensing Administration
Tracking #: q13Uq54n
Initial File #: 273518
GOVERNMENT OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIADEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AND REGULATORY AFFAIRS
CORPORATIONS DIVISION
Effective Date: 2/21/2017
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1. WASHINGTON D.C.Host: Bangladesh Association of America, Washington D.C.Date: October 31, November 1, 1987Venue: World Bank H Building Auditorium
2. NEW YORKHost: Bangladesh Society of New York & Bangladesh Society of New JerseyDate August 27 & 28, 1988Venue : Thomas Edision Vocational High School Auditorium
3. BOSTONHost : Bangladesh Association of New EnglandDate September 1-2, 1989Venue : Kresge Auditorium, MIT
4. DALLASHost : Bangladesh Association of North Texas &Bangladesh Association of HoustonDate : September 1-2. 1990Venue : Dallas Convention Center
5. NEW YORKHost : Bangladesh Society of New YorkDate : November 30, December 31. 1991Venue : P.S. 131 Jamaica, New York
6. CHICAGOHost : Bangladesh Association of ChicagolandDate : September 5-6, 1992Venue Northeastern Illinois University
7. TORONTOHost : Bangladesh Association of TorontoDate : September 4 -5 , 1993Venue: Skyline Airport Tower & Hotel
8. NEW JERSEYHost : Bangladesh Society of New JerseyDate September 2-4, 1994Venue : Brunswick Hilton & Tower
9. MONTREALHost : International Society of Bangladesh &Bangladesh Association of QuebecDate : September 1-3, 1995Venue : Sheraton Laval Convention Center
10. FLORIDAHost: Bangladesh Association of FloridaDate: August 30 September 1, 1996Venue: Hyatt Regency Hotel, Miami
11. LOS ANGELESHost: Bangladesh Association of California
Date: August 29-31, 1997Venue: Burbank Airport Hilton
12. NEW YORKHost: Bangladesh Society of New YorkDate: September 1-3, 1998Venue: Madison Square Garden
13. ATLANTAHost: Bangladesh Association of GeorgiaDate: September 3-5, 1999Venue: North Atlanta Trade Center
14. NEW YORKHost: Bangladesh League of America, NY. Inc.,Date: September 1-3, 2000Venue: Madison Square Garden
15. MONTREALHost: Bangladesh Association of MontrealDate: August 31 September 1-2, 2001Venue: Renaissance Hotel
16. DALLASHost: Bangladesh Association of North TexasDate September 1-3, 2002, Venue: Dallas Expo Center 17. DETROITHost: Bangladesh Association of MichiganDate: August 29-31, 2003Venue: Detroit Opera House
18. WASHINGTON D.C.Host: Bangladesh Association of America, Inc. (BAAI)Date: September 3-5, 2004Venue: Dulles Expo Center, Chantilly, Virginia
19. FLORIDAHost: Bangladesh Foundation of FloridaDate: September 2-4, 2005Venue: Radission Plaza Hotel & Convention Center, Miami20. ATLANAHost: Bangladesh Association of GeorgiaDate: Labor Day Weekend, September 1-3, 2006Venue: Cobb Galleria Centre, Atlanta, GA
21. KANSASHost: Midcontinental Bangladesh Association & Bangladesh Association of Greater Kansas CityDate: August 31 - September 2, 2007Venue: Century II Convention Center, Wichita, KS
22. DALLASHost: Bangladesh Association of North Texas (BANT)Date: July 4th Weekend, July 3rd, 4th and 5th, 2008
Venue: Dallas Convention Center Theatre Complex, Downtown Dallas, Texas
23. HOUSTONHost: Bangladesh Association, HoustonDate: July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2009Venue: George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston, Texas
24. LOS ANGELESHost: Bangladesh Academy of Performing ArtsDate: July 2nd, 3rd, and 4th, 2010Venue: Pasadena Convention Center, Los Angeles, California
25. NEW JERSEYHost: Bangladesh Association of New JerseyDate: July 1-3, 2011 Venue: Meadowlands Exposition Center, Secaucus, New Jersey
26. FLORIDAHost: Bangladesh Foundation of FloridaDate: August 31, September 1-2, 2012 Venue: Broward County Convention Center, Fort Lauderdale, Florida
27. ATLANTAHost: Bangladesh American Association of GeorgiaDate: August 30, September 1, 2013 Venue: Cobb Galleria Centre, Atlanta, Georgia
28. LOS ANGELESHost: Bangladesh Association of CaliforniaDate: August 29-31,2014 Venue: Marriott Burbank Airport Convention Center
29. New YorkHost: Bangladesh League of AmericaDate: September 4,5,6,2015Venue: York College Campus, City College of New York
30. Washington DCHost: Bangladesh Association of Greater Washington DCDate: September 2,3,4Venue: Sheraton Pentagon City, Washington DC
31. FloridaHost: Bangladesh Association of FloridaDate: October 6,7,8, 2017Venue: Hyatt Regency Miami, Florida
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