2019 ABA-IPL Annual Meeting and 34th Intellectual Property Law Conference

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1 2019 ABA-IPL Annual Meeting and 34th Intellectual Property Law Conference About the ABA Section of Intellectual Property Law: Since 1894, the Section has advanced the development of intellectual property laws, and their fair and just administration. As the forum for rich perspectives and balanced insight on the full spectrum of IP law, the Section, of nearly 20,000 members serves as the ABA voice within the profession, before policymakers and with the public. About the Conference: The 2019 ABA-IPL Annual Meeting and 34th Intellectual Property Law Conference, is a gathering of the foremost authorities covering the most current topics in IP law. Recognized for its national and international scope and preeminent programming, the conference attracts between attendees annually. This year the conference will be held at: Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel Arlington, VA April 10-12, 2019 Meeting the CLE needs of IP practitioners, this year s conference contains two days of comprehensive CLE programming featuring prominent speakers that include in-house counsel, private practitioners, academics, the federal judiciary, and government agency officials. Attendee Profile: Attendance at Section conferences; includes: corporate in-house counsel, government officials, interest groups or academics, and practitioners in private practice, either in large firm settings, or specialty IP law firms. Attendees are primarily U.S. practitioners, although foreign lawyers, from nations including Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Greece, Guernsey Channel Islands, India, Japan, Mexico, Paraguay, Qatar, South Korea, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and Venezuela have attended past conferences. If your firm/organization is interested in sponsoring, please contact, Carey Farley, Associate Director, Programming, at carey.farley@americanbar.org or A Sponsorship with the ABA-IPL Section Provides Opportunities for: Marketing to an influential and exclusive audience of IP law practitioners who are the primary decisionmakers for the purchase and use of legal, and legal support, services; Increasing your visibility through direct contact with leading IP law practitioners and opinion-makers while highlighting and reinforcing your organization s position as an industry leader; Gaining maximum exposure through recognition within the meeting, monthly s, and the website, reaching approximately 45,000 IP practitioners worldwide; Enhancing your organization s name and reputation, and differentiating your organization from your competitors, by associating with one of the most respected and largest IP law associations in the world; Building long-term relationships with key industry leaders and groups, by taking advantage of substantial networking opportunities offered; and Supporting diversity and inclusion. The ABA-IPL Section is committed to fostering an atmosphere of inclusion to facilitate and encourage the recruitment and retention of diverse lawyers to the IP profession. Through a strategic and action-oriented plan to advance diversity- related initiatives, the conference and its events, brings the chance to jointly embrace the principle of diversity and bring it to the forefront of the profession. Custom Sponsorship Opportunities Available: We believe in providing each sponsor with a unique opportunity to engage and interact with attendees through networking, exposure and marketing options. If there is not an opportunity listed in the overview that meets your specific needs or fits within your budget, please contact us regarding, CUSTOM SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES, that can be designed to fulfill your specific marketing goals.

2 Sponsorship Opportunities At-A-Glance Note: Sponsorship levels at $4,000 and above; include exhibit space. Sponsorship levels below $4,000; exhibit space can be added for an additional fee. Networking Events Sponsorship Conference Reception Premium Gold Level: $10,000 Gold Level: $5,000 Mark T. Banner Award Luncheon Premium Gold Level: $10,000 Gold Level: $5,000 Women in IP Law Luncheon Premium Gold Level: $10,000 IPLSPRING Welcome Reception $8,000 Networking Breaks (Exclusive per Day) $5,000 Conference Connections Breakfast $3,000 Product/Service Sponsorship Conference Promotional Item Sponsor (Exclusive) $7,500 Conference Name Badge Pouch/Wallet/Lanyard Sponsor (Exclusive) Gold Level: $5,000 $6,000 Hotel Key Card Sponsor (Exclusive) $6,000 Conference Mobile App Sponsor $4,000 Printed Onsite Program Sponsor $4,000 Print Café Sponsor $4,000 Charging Station Sponsor $2,500 Conference WIFI Passcode Sponsor $2,500 Conference Registration Packet Insert Sponsor $2,500 Custom Sponsorship Packages Contact: Carey Farley, Associate Director, Programming

3 Networking Events Sponsorship Conference Reception Sponsor Thursday, April 11, 2019 The Conference Reception is held on Thursday evening. After a full day of CLE programs, attendees have the opportunity to come relax and network with fellow attendees. Premium Gold Level - $10,000: Designation as a Premium Gold Level sponsor throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the reception Two (4) complimentary tickets to the reception Display table (6ft table) at the reception for displaying promotional and informational literature Opportunity to provide a giveaway or other premium to reception attendees must be approved by ABA. If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 logo/acknowledgement in the conference Full-page B&W tribute advertisement in the printed onsite program (sponsor to supply artwork) promoting the conference, the reception, and the sponsorship partnership Sponsor banner tribute ad on the main menu screen of the conference mobile app with click-through link to sponsor s website Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on the Section s conference website, with link to Sponsor s website If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 a half-page tribute advertisement (sponsor to supply artwork) in an issue of Landslide Magazine Three (3) complimentary registrations to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons (in addition to (4) complimentary tickets to the reception) Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday- Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Gold Level - $5,000: Designation as a Gold Level sponsor throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the conference Two (2) complimentary tickets to the reception If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 logo/acknowledgement in the conference Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on Section s conference website, with link to Sponsor s website One (1) complimentary registration to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons (in addition to (2) complimentary tickets to the reception) Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday - Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only 3

4 Mark T. Banner Award Luncheon Sponsor Thursday, April 11, 2019 In honor of the late Mark T. Banner, the Section hosts an annual award luncheon to honor those individual or individuals who have made an impact on IP law and/or practice. Winners of this award have expressed a clear passion and enthusiasm for, and advanced the practice, profession and/or substance of IP law through extraordinary contributions to, among, other things, teaching, scholarship, innovation, legislation, advocacy, bar or other association activities, or the judiciary. By sponsoring, an organization has the opportunity to express their support for IP law and the profession. Premium Gold Level - $10,000: Designation as a Premium Gold Level sponsor throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the luncheon Four (4) complimentary tickets to the luncheon; including (2) seats at the reserved VIP luncheon table. Display table (6ft table) at the luncheon to display promotional and informational literature Opportunity to provide a giveaway or other premium to luncheon attendees must be approved by ABA. Full-page B&W tribute advertisement in the printed onsite program (sponsor to supply artwork) promoting the conference, the reception, and the sponsorship partnership Sponsor logo/acknowledgement in the printed luncheon program Sponsor banner tribute advertisement on the menu screen of the conference mobile app with click through link to sponsor s website Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on Section s conference website, with link to Sponsor s website If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 a half-page tribute advertisement (sponsor to supply artwork) in an issue of Landslide Magazine Three (3) complimentary registrations to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons (in addition to (4) complimentary tickets to the luncheon) Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Gold Level - $5,000: Designation as a Gold Level sponsor throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the luncheon Two (2) complimentary tickets to the luncheon If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 logo/acknowledgement in the conference Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on Section s conference website, with link to Sponsor s website One (1) complimentary registration to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons (in addition to (2) complimentary tickets to the luncheon) Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only 4

5 Women in IP Law Luncheon Sponsor Friday, April 12, 2019 Sponsors will have the opportunity to come together with women leaders within the IP law profession and others for networking and lunch. Premium Gold Level - $10,000: Designation as a Premium Gold Level Sponsor throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the luncheon Four (4) complimentary tickets to the luncheon; including (2) seats at the reserved VIP luncheon table Display table (6ft table) at the luncheon to display promotional and informational literature Opportunity to provide a giveaway or other premium to luncheon attendees must be approved by ABA. Full-page B&W tribute advertisement in the printed onsite program (sponsor to supply artwork) promoting the conference, the reception, and the sponsorship partnership Sponsor banner tribute advertisement on the main menu screen of the conference mobile app with click through link to sponsor s website Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on Section s conference website, with link to Sponsor s website If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 a half-page tribute advertisement (sponsor to provide artwork) in an issue of Landslide Magazine Three (3) complimentary registrations to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons (in addition to (4) complimentary tickets to the luncheon) Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Gold Level - $5,000: Designation as a Gold Level sponsor throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the luncheon Two (2) complimentary tickets to the luncheon If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 logo/acknowledgement in the conference Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on Section s website, with link to Sponsor s website One (1) complimentary registration to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons (in addition to (2) complimentary tickets to the luncheon) Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (1) exhibitor-only badge 5

6 IPLSRING Welcome Reception - $8,000 Wednesday, April 10, 2019 Be one of the first to greet attendees by hosting the first conference event. Designation as a sponsor for throughout the conference Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the reception Display table (6ft table) at the reception to display promotional and informational literature Opportunity to provide a giveaway or other premium to reception attendees must be approved by ABA. 1/2-page B&W tribute advertisement in the printed onsite program (sponsor to supply artwork) promoting the conference, the reception, and the sponsorship partnership Sponsor logo and profile with link to Sponsor s website within the sponsor section of the conference mobile app If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 logo/acknowledgement in a tribute advertisement for the (sponsor to provide artwork) in an issue of Landslide Magazine Two (2) complimentary registrations to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons Exhibit space within the main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Networking Break Sponsor - $5,000 (Exclusive per Day) Coffee breaks are open to all attendees. Attendees can enjoy a complimentary continental breakfast, as well as beverages throughout the day. The coffee break area is centrally located to the CLE program rooms for sponsor interaction with attendees. Sole sponsorship of the Thursday Coffee Breaks (3) or Friday Coffee Breaks (3) throughout the conference Option to provide cups and napkins branded with sponsor s name and logo for breaks. to all members One (1) complimentary registration to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only 6

7 Conference Connections Breakfast- $3,000: Thursday, April 11, 2019 The Conference Connections Breakfast for new members, first-time attendees, and young lawyers offers a more intimate environment for new members first-time attendees to connect and network, while receiving important information on how to plan their time during the conference. Verbal recognition by the ABA-IPL Section Chair at the Conference Connections Breakfast Sponsor logo/ profile with link to Sponsor s website within the sponsor section of the conference mobile app **** Upgrade package with add-on of exhibit space and (1) exhibitor-only badge for $1,000*** Product/Service Sponsorship Opportunities Promotional Item Sponsor (EXCLUSIVE) - $7,500 Sponsor s name and logo, along with the Section logo and conference name, will be featured on a promotional item, which are given to all attendees. Sole sponsorship of the promotional item given to all conference attendees Option to include marketing materials inside the conference registration packets Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on the Section s website, with link to the Sponsor s website One (1) complimentary registration to the conference, which includes admission to the evening receptions and luncheons Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Promotional item with logos to be provided by ABA, with approval by Sponsor 7

8 Conference Name Badge Pouch/Wallet/Lanyard Sponsor (EXCLUSIVE) - $6,000 Have your logo on the name badge pouch/wallet/ lanyards provided to all attendees at registration for their name. Sole sponsorship of the conference badge lanyard Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Pouch/Wallet/Lanyards with logo to be provided by ABA, with approval by Sponsor Hotel Key Card Sponsor (EXCLUSIVE) - $6,000 The hotel key card will feature sponsor s name and logo; a great opportunity to be at everyone s fingertips. Sole sponsorship of the hotel key card at the headquarters hotel Crystal Gateway Marriott Hotel Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (2) exhibitor-only Keycard to be provided by ABA, with approval by Sponsor Conference Mobile App Sponsor - $4,000 The sponsor of the conference app will have a strong presence throughout the mobile app. The sponsor will have the opportunity to send alerts to all meeting attendees with access to the conference mobile app. Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on the main splash screen of the conference mobile app Sponsor banner tribute advertisement on the main menu screen of the conference mobile app with click-through link to sponsor s website Opportunity to send two (2) push-messages through the app promoting the conference and the sponsorship partnership If the Sponsor has committed prior to December 7, 2018 logo/acknowledgement in the conference Sponsor logo/acknowledgement on Section s conference website, with link to Sponsor s website Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (1) exhibitor-only badge 8

9 Printed Onsite Program Guide Sponsor - $4,000 The printed onsite program guide, branded with your firm/organization s name and logo on the front and back cover, to be distributed to all attendees. Designation as the sponsor of the printed onsite program guide Logo/acknowledgement on the front and back cover of the printed onsite program Logo/acknowledgement in printed onsite program Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (1) exhibitor-only badge Print Café Sponsor - $4,000 The Print Café is open and available on Wednesday-Friday to all attendees. The Print Café will feature a number of laptop computers connected to the Internet with laser printers. Attendees can check s, search the Internet, and print documents or print portions of the course materials. Opportunity to display promotional and informational literature in the Print Café Exhibit space within main registration area of the conference (Wednesday-Friday) and (1) exhibitor-only badge Charging Stations Sponsor - $2,500 Throughout the registration and exhibit area, small charging stations will be available for attendees to charge cell phones, tablets, laptops, etc. **** Upgrade package with add-on of exhibit space and (1) exhibitor-only badge for $1,500*** 9

10 Conference WIFI Password Sponsor $2,500 What s the WIFI password? Sponsors will have the opportunity to name the meeting WIFI password with their firm/company name to be recognized by all attendees. When attendees ask for the password or log on your firm/company will come to mind. Opportunity to name the WIFI password with firm/company for all attendees to use when logging into the hotel WIFI. **** Upgrade package with add-on of exhibit space and (1) exhibitor-only badge for $1,500*** Registration Packet Insert Sponsor - $2,500 Sponsors will have the opportunity to provide one piece of marketing collateral to be placed into the registration packet. One (1) piece of marketing material (i.e., etc.) to be placed in conference registration packet **** Upgrade package with add-on of exhibit space and (1) exhibitor-only badge for $1,500*** Notes for Sponsorship Opportunities All sponsors with exhibit space within the main registration area will be provided with a 6ft table and two chairs. If additional arrangements need to be made, please coordinate with Carey Farley, Associate Director, Programming, at carey.farley@americanbar.org or Sponsors are responsible for providing their logo, in a high resolution.jpg and/or.eps format. Please coordinate with Carey Farley, Associate Director, Programming, at carey.farley@americanbar.org or Sponsors are responsible for coordinating the shipping and delivery of the informational, promotional and exhibit materials to the conference site. Where noted, sponsors are responsible for associated costs including design, purchasing, shipping and coordinating the delivery of materials prior to the meeting. Please coordinate all details and shipping logistics with Carey Farley, Associate Director, Programming, at carey.farley@americanbar.org or

11 2019 ABA-IPL Annual Meeting and 34 th Intellectual Property Law Conference Sponsorship Agreement Form Sponsorship Opportunity Desired Sponsorship Opportunity: Cost: Primary Contact Name: Firm/Organization: (Please list as it should appear in conference materials) Address: City: State/Province/Region: Zip/Postal Code: Country: Telephone: Marketing Contact Name: Telephone: Payment Information Visa MasterCard American Express Check for $ (Enclosed) Please contact Carey Farley at or carey.farley@americanbar.org to make arrangements for credit card payments. Send Invoice: (Please complete information below) Invoice Contact Name: Firm/Organization: Address: City: State/Province/Region: Zip/Postal Code: Country: Telephone: PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM AND SUBMIT TO: Carey Farley, American Bar Association, Section of Intellectual Property Law, C/O 2018 Spring Conference, 321 N. Clark St, Chicago, IL 60654; carey.farley@americanbar.org. TERMS: Full payment must accompany this agreement form. All sponsorship purchases are non-refundable. Invoice will be sent if full payment is not received with this agreement form. NOTE: Submission of your logo in the following formats:.jpg.eps and vector along with providing the URL should be submitted within one week of finalizing the agreement.