5 th International Symposium on Highway Geometric Design Partnership and Exhibition Prospectus

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1 5 th International Symposium on Highway Geometric Design Partnership and Exhibition Prospectus #ISHGD

2 SAFE AND EFFICIENT DESIGN FOR THE 21st CENTURY Our roads and highways keep us connected, and in today s busy and distracted world safety continues to be a growing challenge for transportation professionals. The 5th International Symposium on Highway Geometric Design takes place from June 22 24th 2015 and aims to encourage the continuous improvement of highway design, focusing on the latest breakthrough practices relating to highway engineering in their different life phases, including daily operational effects and safe highway designs. Hosted by the Transportation Research Board, the University of British Columbia, and Transoft Solutions, the Symposium consists of informative podium sessions on geometric design issues throughout the world, together with country reports featuring recent developments in road design, policy and practices, technical software demos, design and research products and technical tours of local highway design and construction practices. The host city, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada with a total population of 2.5 million people is recognized as one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world. With its numerous beaches, towering coastal mountains, extensive coastline, a multicultural population and world class cuisine, Vancouver is a wonderful city to experience both as a tourist and symposium participant.

3 The 5th International Symposium on Highway Geometric Design is a prestigious event which attracts an international audience and is supported by leading and recognized organizations. By becoming a Symposium Partner or Sponsor, you will have a unique opportunity to align with some of the most influential authorities in transportation and generate exposure to hundreds of delegates from leading universities, companies and agencies. HOSTS > >VALUED ENDORSERS

4 Why become a Partner? The Symposium offers excellent marketing programs suitable for any sized budget, providing you with great opportunities to display your brand in front of key decision makers from government agencies, consulting firms, and members of academia. For added flexibility, choose from four partnership options including Platinum, Diamond, Gold and Silver each offering unique opportunities based on the level of subscription. Benefits of Partnership Heightened visibility: showcase your brand in front of a large audience. Positive publicity: show leadership and alignment with the key issues affecting the industry. Bolster sales: strengthen relationships formed at the Symposium. Additionally, exhibit your products or services at the event for added exposure. Distinguish yourselves against the competition. Enhance your business relationships and build new ones. Below is a list of some of the ways your organization can benefit by becoming a Partner. See the matrix on the opposite page for more specific details. Offers range based on Partner level. Recognition Programs Logo visibility in strategic, high-traffic areas offering unparalleled brand exposure Logo placement on official Symposium delegate bags Logos within official Symposium program Prominent logo placement on official ISHGD website On-screen visibility during Program Sessions Acknowledgement at opening and closing plenary sessions Mentions and shares via social media (ie Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn) Advertising & Awareness Full color print ads within the official Symposium program Articles within prominent transportation journals and magazines Opportunities to distribute collaterals within the official Symposium delegate bags Other Benefits Complimentary exhibit space Complimentary registrations Access to Symposium attendee lists

5 PARTNER PROGRAM DETAIl PLATINUM 1 $15,000 DIAMOND 2 $10,000 GOLD 8 $5,000 SILVER 10 $2,500 EVENT PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL advertising, logo and name Visibility logo prominently located on every registration bag. On-screen logo visibility prior to each Program session. Sized as per Partnership level. Recognition on promotional blasts. Registration bag inserts (ie. brochures). Collaterals provided by Partners Up to 5 items Up to 2 items 1 item Full color print ads within the Official Symposium Program. Sized as per Partnership level. full page 1/2 page 1/4 page Mentions via Social Media before, during, and after the Symposium. Logos printed on back cover of the official Symposium Program. Sized as per Partnership level. Within the official Symposium website with external links to Partners and Sponsor s website. Sized as per Partnership level. High visibility on Symposium banners placed throughout the Symposium. Sized as per Partnership level. logo placed within Symposium proceedings Print advertisement acknowledging support in the April 2015 Issue of ITE Journal publication (>18,000 circulation in US, Canada and 100 other countries). Sized as per Partnership level. RECOGNITION DURING EVENT Introduce Keynote Speaker (Angus Adventures) Acknowledgement at Opening and Closing Session Announce Door Prize at Social events: 1 Partner for Monday, 1 Partner for Tuesday OTHER BENEFITS Access to Symposium attendee list 2 full registrations for the Symposium and 1 Premium Exhibit tabletop booth space 1 full registrations for the Symposium and 1 Exhibit tabletop booth space 1 full registration for the Symposium > Subject to change, please visit ishgd2015.net for updated info Contact Noel Dolotallas at nd@transoftsolutions.com to learn more about Partnerships.

6 A la carte Visibility Programs A la carte Visibility programs present great opportunities to place your brand in front of targeted prospects and customers through a variety of unique offerings. Event App Sponsor Gain maximum visibility on the go! Present your brand on mobile devices as Symposium delegates view and manage their daily agendas. 1 Sponsor - $5000 Lanyard Sponsor Capture the attention of hundreds as attendees wear your company s name around their necks and are seen throughout the entire event. This invaluable marketing item will be offered to each and every attendee as they pick up their badge. 1 Sponsor - $4000 Hotel Key Sponsor Make the first impression with your brand on the hotel key cards at the main hotel for attendees during the Symposium. Simple and effective, branded hotel room keys put your company logo in attendees hands multiple times throughout the event. 1 Sponsor - $5000 Evening Social Event Reception Sponsors As the Reception Sponsor, you will have the unique opportunity to provide a brief welcome and introduction as we kick off the evening, as well as enjoy prominent logo visibility on Reception banners located at the event. Drinks and hors d oeuvres will be served and guests will be in high spirits! 2 Sponsors (1 for Monday social and 1 for Tuesday social) - $2000 each Technical Tour Sponsors With 3 tours on the schedule, take this opportunity to showcase your brand and educate a captive audience on the benefits of your products or services. This opportunity will allow sponsors to present logo visibility on tour brochures, tickets and signage. 3 Sponsors - $3000 each Workshop Sponsors The Symposium will commence with 7 workshops that focus on key topics. This opportunity will give sponsors exclusive rights to distribute brochures. 7 Sponsors - $750 each Technical Session Sponsors Technical Sessions are at the core of the Symposium and promises to be the main attraction for an international audience. This opportunity will give sponsors exclusive rights to distribute brochures with the ability to select among 24 topics on a first come, first served basis. 24 Sponsors - $750 each Lunch Sponsors Everyone has to eat! This excellent opportunity gives sponsors the chance to showcase their logos front and centre on every attendee s lunch card. 1 Sponsor - $4000 > Subject to change, please visit ishgd2015.net for updated info Contact Noel Dolotallas at nd@transoftsolutions.com to learn more about Sponsorships.

7 exhibition Want to spend quality time with prospects? Interested in building relationships with existing and new customers. Exhibiting at the Symposium is one of the best ways to get the most out of your investment. Benefits of Exhibiting Strengthen your brand the exhibit area will be in a high-visibility zone ensuring that your brand gets maximum exposure during the entire event. Quality prospecting time only a very limited number of spots available meaning you can optimize your time with leading prospects. Generate business leads spend quality time with potential sales prospects. Networking meet new business partners. Exhibition Details 10 tabletop exhibit spaces available* Exhibition dates: > Monday June 22nd from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm > Tuesday June 23rd from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Booth management: > Build up: Sunday June 21st from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm > Tear down: Tuesday June 23rd from 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm $1000 per space; maximum of one exhibitor per space (cannot purchase 2 or more spaces) Exhibition package includes: > One skirted table > Company mention within Official Symposium Program > Company mention within Symposium website * Subject to change, please visit ishgd2015.net for updated info Contact Noel Dolotallas at nd@transoftsolutions.com to learn more about exhibiting.

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9 5 th International Symposium on Highway Geometric Design PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT FORM Please complete this form in its entirety. While we welcome all applications for partner and sponsor programs, please note that space will be reserved on a first-come first-served basis. All payments will be collected in Canadian dollars and are non-refundable. To view complete details for all partner and sponsor programs, please visit Programs may be subject to change. 1. PARTNER PROGRAM LEVELS (Please select only one) Platinum 1 Partner $15,000 each diamond 2 Partners $10,000 each gold 6 (8) Partners $5,000 each silver 7 (10) Partners $2,500 each 2. a la carte visibility programs (Please select all that apply) Event App Sponsor 1 Sponsor $5,000 Lanyard Sponsor 1 Sponsor $4,000 Hotel Key Sponsor 1 Sponsor $5,000 Evening Social Event Reception Sponsors 2 Sponsors $2,000 each SOLD OUT Technical Tour Sponsors 3 Sponsors $3,000 each Workshop Sponsors 7 Sponsors $750 each Technical Session Sponsors 24 Sponsors $750 each Lunch Sponsors 1 Sponsor $ EXHIBITION 1x Tabletop booth space 4 (10) Spaces $1000 each 4. PARTNER / ADVERTISER CONTACT INFORMATION Organization (please write the name exactly as it should be recognized): Organization Address: Province/State: Website: Contact Person: Telephone: Contact Address: Province/State: Postal Code/Zip Code: Contact Title: Postal Code/Zip Code: City: Country: City: Country: #ISHGD page 1 of 2

10 5 th International Symposium on Highway Geometric Design PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT FORM 5. PAYMENT INFORMATION* Send an invoice (the invoice will be sent to the Contact Persons, unless instructed otherwise) or Credit Card Payment MasterCard* Visa* Card Number: CVV Number: Expiration Date: MM YY Cardholder Name: Please confirm total amount to be charged: $ By signing below, you acknowledge that you have read the front and back of this form, and agree to be bound by all of its terms and conditions. You authorize (and agree not to dispute) charges up to the amount of this agreement at any time from the date of submission of this form through the closing of this show. Full Name: Signature: Date: *Note that applicable taxes will be added to all fees. All prices listed are in Canadian dollars. 6. SEND THIS COMPLETED FORM TO: Noel Dolotallas, Vice President, Corporate Marketing at: nd@transoftsolutions.com Fax Phone ext 2725 Sending by is preferred, if possible. The completion and submission of this agreement form signifies a commitment, unless the opportunity/ies selected are no longer available. #ISHGD page 2 of 2