We re happy to provide Sponsorships for the Reception, which will take place at the Capital Hilton:

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2 For our 4th National Capital Region event we are changing things up! This event historically brings in over 300 attendees to include Congressional Staffers, USSOCOM Acquisition Experts, Defense Attachés, and Industry representatives. New this year, GSF has partnered with the think tank New America, the University of Texas, and Arizona State University to host a half-day seminar on US SOF posture prior to the evening reception. This event is invitation only and convenes senior US government leaders to discuss SOF-focused policies. The follow-on evening reception will be open to anyone who registers, and typically includes representatives from over 20 foreign embassies and features a keynote speaker. We re happy to provide Sponsorships for the Reception, which will take place at the Capital Hilton: Gold Sponsor: Corporate logo and gold sponsor designation on all event marketing materials Corporate logo and designation on event listing on GSF website Corporate banner and materials displayed and distributed at event (supplied by company) Corporate table top display at event (supplied by company) Corporate logo and designation on the event program Verbal acknowledgment of gold sponsorship at event Speaker Sponsor, with branding at the podium Opportunity to introduce the keynote speaker Silver Sponsor: Corporate logo and silver sponsor designation on all event marketing materials Corporate table top display at event (supplied by company) Corporate logo and designation on the event program Verbal acknowledgment of silver sponsorship at event Registration Sponsor, with branding at registration station Corporate Partner Non-Corp. Partner $10,000 $12,500 1 SOLD! $5,000 $6,250 Bronze Sponsor: Corporate logo and bronze sponsor designation on all event marketing materials, including event program Verbal acknowledgment of bronze sponsorship at event Reception Sponsor, with sponsored napkins $3,000 $3,750 1 SOLD!

3 I had an excellent time [at the NCR Reception] and thanks for the inclusion. Some good representation from the Hill and we look forward to future GSF events NCR Reception Attendee Corporate Partner Non-Corp. Partner Event Wine Sponsor: This Sponsor will support the costs of white and $8,000 $10,000 red wine options for the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and branded napkins. Event Beer Sponsor: This Sponsor will support the costs of a variety of $8,000 $10,000 beer options for the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and branded napkins. Signature Cocktail Sponsor: This Sponsor will select a signature cocktail, $8,000 $10,000 from a provided list, for the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and drink stirrers. Signature Coffee Sponsor: This Sponsor will provide attendees with $5,000 $6,250 quality coffee options at the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and coffee sleeves. Milkshake Sponsor: This Sponsor will provide attendees with a tasty milkshake dessert option at the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and milkshake spoons. Cupcake Sponsor: This Sponsor will provide attendees with a gourmet $4,000 $3,500 $5,000 $4,375 cupcake dessert option at the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and cupcake food picks. Ice Sculpture Sponsor: This Sponsorship brings the Sponsor s logo to $1,500 $1,875 the party in a chill way--with an ice sculpture shaped like the Sponsor s logo! It will be located near the food in the center of the Reception. The Sponsor will be recognized on event signage, social media, and of course, the Ice Sculpture! Wayfinding Sponsor: This Sponsorship helps the attendees find their way to the Ballroom! The Wayfinding Sponsor s logo will adorn all of the signage and stickers guiding attendees, so they will see your logo on the way into and out of the Reception. $1,500 $1,875

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5 THE GLOBAL SOF FOUNDATION (GSF): The GSF is the only professional association for the international special operations forces (SOF) community. The Foundation leads an international effort to increase understanding of SOF, advance SOF capabilities, and responsibly promote the role of SOF by strategically linking public and private sector initiatives. The GSF includes over 1,500 individual members from 59 countries and over 55 Corporate Partners. BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIPS AT THE 2018 GLOBAL SOF SYMPOSIUM: This Symposium will bring together a diverse set of stakeholders dedicated to working with SOF, both in the US and internationally. We establish the ideal forum for military, government, academia, and industry to collaborate and hold meaningful discussions. UNPARALLELED OPPORTUNITY TO INTERACT WITH THE INTERNATIONAL SOF COMMUNITY UNIQUE AND ENGAGING WAYS TO DEMONSTRATE YOUR BRAND AND OFFERINGS DIRECT INPUT INTO THE DEVELOPMENT OF SOLUTIONS TO SOF-SPECIFIC ISSUES HOW DO THE COSTS COMPARE? Costs to Exhibit at the Symposium are less than competing SOF-focused events, and also include daily lunches, coffee, energy breaks, and receptions: $30, SOF EVENT COST COMPARISON: BOOTH SPACE $25, $20, $15, $10, $5, NATO SOF SYMPOSIUM 2017 NDIA SOLIC 2017 SOFIC 2017 GSE - Bucharest 2018 GSS - Tampa 2015 NATO SOF SYMPOSIUM 2017 NDIA SOLIC 2017 SOFIC 2017 GSE - Bucharest 2018 GSS - Tampa $ x 10 Booth (Member) 10 x 20 Booth (Member) 2015 NATO SOF SYMPOSIUM 2017 NDIA SOLIC 2017 SOFIC 2017 GSE - Bucharest 2018 GSS - Tampa 2

6 PROGRAM SYMPOSIUM SPONSORSHIPS GOLF SPONSORSHIPS EXHIBIT COST Opportunity GSF Partner Non Partner Page Symposium Program Guide $1, $1, Premium Full Page Cover (Inside Back) $ $ Premium Full Page Cover (Inside Front) $ $ Premium Full Page Cover (Outside Back) SOLD OUT 4 Full Page Color -Exhibitor $ $ Half Page Four Color $ $ Platinum Event Sponsorship $13, $15, Gold Event Sponsorship $10, $12, Workout Shirt Sponsor $6, $6, Silver Event Sponsorship $5, $7, Beer Garden SOLD OUT 5 Bourbon & Cigar Bar $5, $5, Poolside / Closing Reception $5, $5, Tuesday Networking Reception $5, $5, Symposium Swag Bags $5, $5, Bronze Event Sponsorship $4, $5, Espresso Bar $4, $4, Charging Station $4, $4, Margarita Bar $4, $4, Little Italy Wednesday Lunch Sponsor $4, $4, Taco Tuesday Lunch Sponsor $4, $4, Icebreaker Ice Sculpture $3, $4, Branded Water Bottles SOLD OUT 7 Room Key Sponsor $2, $2, Lanyard Sponsor SOLD OUT 7 Symposium WiFi $2, $2, Shuttle Bus $2, $2, Morning Coffee Break SOLD OUT 7 Afternoon Energy Break SOLD OUT 7 Save the Date for 2018 Symposium $1, $1, Symposium Program Guide $1, $1, Survey Sponsor $1, $1, Registration $ $1, Flier Distribution $ $ Overall Golf Sponsor $3, $4, Golf Ball Sponsor (Branded) $2, $2, Snack and Beverage Cart $2, $2, Birdie Shot (Fireball & Shot Glass) $1, $2, Cooler Bags $1, $1, Water Bottles $1, $1, Hole Sponsor (18 available) $ $ Longest Drive Sponsor $ $ Closest to the Pin Sponsor $ $ Networking Lounge $4, $6, Booth Space: 10 x 10 ft (Indoor) $2, $3, Booth Space: 10 x 20 ft (Indoor) $5, $6, Booth Space: 10 x 10 ft (Outdoor) $1, $1, Booth Space: 10 x 20 ft (Outdoor) $2, $2, Extra Booth Partner $ $

7 ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES SYMPOSIUM PROGRAM GUIDE Corporate Non-Corp. Partner (CP) Partner (NCP) Program Guide Sponsor (3 available): $1,125 $1,295 Includes Sponsor Logo on Cover & Free Ad Premium Full Page Cover (Inside Back Cover) $800 $950 Premium Full Page Cover (Inside Front Cover) $800 $950 Premium Full Page Cover (Outside Back Cover) $800 SOLD! Full Page Color - Exhibitor $600 $700 Half-page four color $300 $350 The Symposium Program Guide is provided to all registered attendees and speakers, and provides details of the Symposium Agenda, Speakers, and Sponsors. Last year s Program Guide cover is shown above. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Platinum Logo and Platinum Sponsor designation on all Symposium marketing materials and program guide distributed at the Symposium Logo and Platinum Sponsorship designation on Symposium website Logo included on banner and signage displayed during the Symposium Logo on signs displayed on the General Session stage Exclusive Mobile App Sponsor 6 Complimentary Symposium registrations Verbal acknowledgment of sponsorship during the Symposium Full page advertisement in the Symposium Program Guide Opportunity to introduce a Keynote Speaker Opportunity to provide two 1-minute videos to air during General Session Opportunity to provide fliers placed at each seat in General Session 10 x 20 ft exhibit space or Networking Lounge included Gold Logo and Gold Sponsor designation on all Symposium marketing materials and program guide distributed at the Symposium Logo and Gold Sponsorship designation on Symposium website Logo included on banner and signage displayed during the Symposium Opportunity to introduce a Keynote Speaker Opportunity to provide a 1-minute video to air during General Session 4 Complimentary Symposium registrations Verbal acknowledgment of sponsorship during the Symposium Full page advertisement in the Symposium Program Guide 10 x 20 ft exhibit space included 4 CP NCP $13,050 $15,000 $10,200 $12,000

8 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (cont d) Silver Logo and Silver sponsor designation on all Symposium marketing materials and program guide distributed at the Symposium Logo included on banner and signage displayed at the Symposium Sponsor flier inserted in program guide distributed at the Symposium 2 Complimentary Symposium registrations Verbal acknowledgment of sponsorship during the Symposium 10 x 10 ft exhibit space included Bronze Logo and Bronze sponsor designation on all Symposium marketing materials and program guide distributed at the Symposium Logo included on banner and signage displayed at Symposium 1 Complimentary Symposium registration Verbal acknowledgment of Sponsorship during the Symposium 10 x 10 ft exhibit space included Workout Shirt (4 available): These Sponsors will be recognized not only for their desire to provide attendees with highquality fitness attire, but also throughout the Symposium. Sponsor brand will be placed on the Symposium website, program guide and signage, as well as on the back of the GSF-branded shirt. Beer Garden (Exclusive): The Sponsor will be recognized on the Symposium website, social media, program guide, and unique signage. Cups with Sponsor Branding will be used to pour from a selection of quality beers, located in the popular patio at Inverness Hall. Bourbon & Cigar Bar (Exclusive): Not a beer drinker? This Sponsorship will bring in something a little higher caliber--craft Bourbon from American Freedom Distillery accompanied by hand-rolled cigars labled with your company s logo. The Bourbon and Cigar bar is sure to be a very popular attraction during the 2nd night poolside reception. Sponsor will be recognized on Symposium website, program guide, signage and cigar wraps. Tuesday Networking Reception (2 available): The Sponsors of this reception, held after the first full day of the Symposium in Inverness Hall, will be recognized on signage, the event website, social media, and napkins. CP NCP $5,950 $7,000 $4,250 $5,000 $6,000 $6,900 $5,500 $6,325 SOLD OUT! $5,000 $5,750 $5,000 $5,750 1 SOLD! 5

9 Poolside Closing Reception (2 available): What better way to end the Symposium than a poolside cocktail...with your company s logo featured prominently on napkins and signage! Sponsor will also be recognized on the event website and social media. Symposium Swag Bags (Exclusive): Symposium attendees need a bag for all of their event swag--this is your chance to have your company s logo emblazened on the side! Sponsor will also be recognized on event website, social media, and signage. Espresso Bar (Exclusive): Everyone needs a pick-me-up from time to time! The Sponsor of the Espresso Bar will be recognized on coffee sleeves, also event website, social media, and signage. Charging Station (Exclusive): Our devices need a pick-me-up, too! The Sponsor of this secure offering will be recognized on the event website, social media, and signage next to the charging station. Margarita Bar (Exclusive): We re giving you an option to help keep the Tuesday night reception cool. This Margarita Bar will feature stir sticks branded with your company s logo, and you ll also be featured on the event website, social media, and signage. Taco Tuesday Lunch (3 available): Spice things up with a Sponsorship of our Tuesday lunch buffet. Sponsorship includes your company s logo on the Symposium website, in the program guide, and on signage-- including a unique pinata centerpiece. Little Italy Wednesday Lunch (3 available): Bring Symposium attendees on a trip to the Mediterranean by sponsoring our Wednesday lunch! Sponsorship includes branding on the Symposium website, program guide, and signage--including a unique centerpiece. Icebreaker Ice Sculpture (2 available): Sponsors of this reception, held after the Monday Global SOF Golf Tournament, will be recognized on signage, the website, social media, and custom Ice Sculptures carved into the Sponsor s logo. CP NCP $5,000 $5,750 $5,000 $5,750 $4,500 $5,175 $4,000 $4,600 $4,000 $4,600 $4,000 $4,600 $4,000 $4,600 $3,750 $4,300 6

10 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (cont d) Branded Water Bottles (Exclusive): Sponsor s branding appears on the label of water bottles that will be available for attendees and will be on the main stage for speakers. Sponsor will receive recognition on the Symposium website and printed material. Room Key (Exclusive): Attendees will be looking at your logo every morning and every night--as they head in and out of their Innisbrook room. Sponsor s branding will appear on all room keys, as well as on the Symposium website, social media and printed material. Symposium WiFi Sponsor (Exclusive): Everyone loves the free WiFi sponsor!, The Sponsor s logo will appear on signage and on WiFi sign-in page. Shuttle Bus (Exclusive): Sponsor will have their company logo prominently displayed in the shuttle bus window offering transportation around Innisbrook. The sponsor will also be recognized in printed material and on the Symposium website. Symposium Lanyards (Exclusive): Sponsorship includes the name of the Symposium and sponsor s logo on the badge lanyard distributed to all attendees. Morning Coffee Break (Exclusive): Coffee is incredibly popular at these events. Coffee sleeves with the sponsor logo will be held by most attendees. The sponsorship also includes recognition on Symposium website, in program guide and signage. Afternoon Energy Break (Exclusive): Give attendees a snack in the afternoon, accompanied by your company s logo. The sponsorship includes Sponsor recognition on Symposium website, in program guide, napkins, and signage. Save the Date for the 2018 Modern Warfare Symposium (Exclusive): The Sponsor will be recognized on the Save the Date item for the 2018 Global SOF Symposium - Europe, in Madrid--a luggage tag. Sponsor will also be recognized on the event website and social media. CP NCP $2,500 $2,875 SOLD OUT! $2,500 $2,875 $2,500 $2,875 $2,500 $2,875 $2,500 $2,875 SOLD OUT! $1,500 $1,725 SOLD OUT! $1,500 $1,725 SOLD OUT! $1,400 $1,610 7

11 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (cont d) Symposium Surveys (Exclusive): All attendees will be asked to take event surveys, via the , app, and signage. The surveys will deal with attendee feedback on the Symposium and on key issues relevant to SOF, as well as vendor feedback on exhibiting at the Symposium. Registration (3 available): All attendees of the Symposium must register to attend. Sponsors receive recognition on the Symposium registration page as well as at onsite registration. The Sponsor will also be recognized on the Symposium website, program guide, and signage. Flier Distribution: Provide a one-page marketing flier that will be handed out during registration to all Symposium attendees. CP NCP $1,000 $1,150 $750 $1,000 $540 $600 CP NCP Overall Tournament (Exclusive): The Global SOF Golf Tournament takes place at Innisbrook the Monday before the Symposium (President s Day). Sponsor is recognized on the Symposium website, tournament signage, social media, and tournament golf carts. Snack and Beverage Cart (Exclusive): The cart Sponsor will provide one beer or snack ticket to each Tournament participant. Sponsor will also be recognized on the website, social media, and cart signage. Golf Balls (Exclusive): All participants in the Tournament will receive a sleeve of golf balls, branded with the Sponsor s logo. Sponsor will also be recognized on the Symposium website, social media, and signage. Birdie Shot (Exclusive): This Sponsorship provides each team with a bottle of Fireball Whiskey and four shot glasses branded with the Sponsor s logo. Sponsor will also be recognized on the event website and social media. Cooler Bags (Exclusive): This Sponsor provides each Tournament participant with a cooler bag branded with the Sponsor s logo. Sponsor will also be recognized on the event website and social media. Water Bottles (Exclusive): The water bottle Sponsor will provide each participant with a reusable water bottle branded with the Sponsor s logo. Sponsor will also be recognized on the event website and social media. Hole Tee Signs (18 Available): Each golf hole sponsor will be recognized on a tee-sign at their alotted hole. The sponsor will also be recognized on the Symposium website and social media. Longest Drive (Exclusive): Sponsor will be recognized on a tee-sign at the Longest Drive hole, and on the prize package for the winning golfer(s). Closest to the Pin (Exclusive): Sponsor will be recognized on a tee-sign at the competition hole and on the prize package for the winning golfer(s). 8 $3,500 $4,075 $2,000 $2,300 $2,000 $2,300 $1,800 $2,070 $1,500 $1,725 $1,500 $1,725 $500 $575 $300 $345 $300 $345

12 EXHIBITOR OPTIONS New this year! The GSF is offering limited exhibit space at the US Symposium. Get your space before they re gone. Size and location options include: CP NCP Booth Sizes and Pricing: 10 x 10 ft. - Indoor Booth 10 x 20 ft. - Indoor Booth 10 x 10 ft. - Outdoor Display Space* 10 x 20 ft. - Outdoor Display Space* $2,900 $3,200 $5,600 $6,200 $1,000 $1,300 $2,000 $2,600 *Outdoor Display Spaces will not be provided with tents, flooring, or air conditioning. Refunds will not be offered in the event of inclement weather. Booth Amenities: 10 x 10 Booth includes 1 complimentary registration 10 x 20 Booth includes 2 complimentary registrations Additional people from your organization may register at a reduced rate of $395 each One 6 ft table and 2 chairs Booth Partners: Exhibitors and sponsors are permitted to have up to two additional partner companies at their booth. Partner companies will be included in the guide with a description and logo. Costs for each Partner Company are: Corporate Partner: $125 Non-Corporate Partner: $150 NETWORKING LOUNGES First come, first served! We have SEVEN networking lounges available for purchase for this Symposium. Each includes a couch, coffee table, and signage, with options for additional furniture. Lounges are in the middle of the action, near the exhibit area and General Sessions. They provide an excellent opportunity to demonstrate or showcase your company s product--or just a place to host conversations. Corporate Partner: $4,800 Non-Corporate Partner: $6,100 Each lounge includes one complimentary registration. 9

13 Event Reservation Form and Contract Exhibit Space Partnerships Sponsorships Instructions Step 1: Mark your selections below under Payment Amount & Method (select exhibit booth space, partnerships and sponsorships). Step 2: Fax completed form to (703) or to Step 3: Register personnel through the conference Website. Notes: Booth numbers are subject to change. Sponsor instructions are ed and posted on the event Website. Program guide information will be requested via . This Commonwealth of Virginia contract is for exhibit space, sponsorships, and/or advertising as noted below, by and between Direct Marketing Productions, Inc. (doing business as: eventpower), and the Exhibitor named herein. The Exhibitor agrees to comply with all Terms and Conditions appearing in this contract and further agrees that this contract is binding on all parties and can be amended only in writing by both parties. Company & Contact Information Company Name: Contact 1: Street Address: City State, Zip: Address: Contact 2 Billing Contact: Street Address: City State, Zip: Address: Phone #: Fax: Phone #: Fax: Contract Acceptance (signature is required) This contract is accepted as binding by the following Exhibitor Representative: Signature: Printed Name: Date: Invoicing Policy, Payment & Cancellation Terms & Conditions Invoicing: Payment: Cancellation: Invoices will be sent by . If you wish to receive a printed copy please check the box below: Please send a printed invoice to our company billing contact (contact 2 above). 50% payment is due at 180 days prior to the program start date with the remaining 50% due at 90 days prior to the program start date. Companies are 50% liable for contracted funds at 180 days prior to the program and 100% liable for contracted funds at 90 days prior to the program. Cancellations must be received by from a representative of the company signing this contract and confirmed as accepted by from eventpower. Cancellations received at or after 180 days of the event start date but prior to 90 days of the event start date will be 50% liable for contracted funds. Cancellations received at or after 90 days of the event start date will be 100% liable for contracted funds. Payment Amount & Method Partnership Package: $ Booth Selection: 1 st choice 2 nd choice 3 rd choice Sponsorship /Advertising: $ (booth numbers are subject to change) Exhibit Space: $ Discount: $ Total Contracted Amount: $ P.O. #: W-9 Form: To obtain eventpower s W9 form visit Payment Method: Check Credit Card Wire Transfer Payable to: eventpower Mail to: eventpower, Accounts Receivables, 5667 Stone Road, Box 575 Centreville, VA (NOT a P.O. Box) A confirmation will be sent with an Invoice attachment. A link to a secure online credit card payment portal will be provided at the bottom of the invoice. A confirmation will be sent with an Invoice attachment. Wire transfer information will be provided on the invoice. Send wire transfer confirmations to SComer@eventPower.com Send Check Payments To: Payable to: eventpower Accounts Receivables 5667 Stone Road, Box 575 Centreville, VA (please note this is not a P.O. Box) Event Production Company/Merchant Contact Information: Direct Marketing Productions, Inc. DBA: eventpower 5667 Stone Road, Box 575 Centreville, VA (this is not a P.O. Box) Laurie Powell, Director of Sales Telephone: (703) Fax: (703) LPowell@eventPower.com Website:

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