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1 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2018 ILLINOIS GOVERNOR S CONFERENCE ON TRAVEL AND TOURISM CHICAGO, ILLINOIS FEBRUARY 26-28,

2 The 2018 Illinois Governor s Conference on Travel & Tourism is the annual statewide gathering providing top quality, tourism-focused content and indispensable industry networking to more than 500 tourism professionals form Illinois and surrounding states. SPONSORSHIP OPTIONS PRESENTING LEVEL Starting from $25,000 receives the following benefits: Company name and logo inclusion on all Conference collateral: -- Online registration forms -- blasts -- All branded conference signage Option to double your complimentary booth space in the exhibit area Complimentary full-page, full-color digital ad prominently placed in Digital Conference Program Upgraded sponsorship listing on website - up to 50 words Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at registration One reserved sponsor table during all scheduled meal functions (seats up to 10 people) An opportunity to welcome and address the audience with a 2-3 minute video Includes ten (10) complimentaryconference registrations Two editorial features in the conference e-blast Recognition from the podium throughout the conference as the presenting sponsor ** Your company will enjoy prominent recognition as a Presenting Sponsor. We will work together and customize your sponsorship for maximum exposure, reach, and benefits for your commitment to the Illinois Governor s Conference on Travel & Tourism. **

3 TIER 1 CARDINAL Starting from $15,000 receives the following benefits: Complimentary half-page, full-color ad in Digital Conference Program Option to double your complimentary booth space in the exhibit area Upgraded sponsorship listing on website - up to 30 words One reserved sponsor table during sponsored meal and/or speakers session (seats up to 10 people) An opportunity to welcome and address the audience with a 2-3 minute video Includes five (5) complimentary conference registrations Recognition from the podium as sponsor Cardinal Level Sponsorship Options: Awards Dinner - $20,000 A Night at the Movies - $20,000 State of the State Brunch - $17,500 Eye Opening Breakfast - $15,000 Keynote/General Session Speakers - begin at $15,000 Morning or Afternoon Concurrent Education Sessions - $15,000 Awards Dinner One of the best parts of the Illinois Governor s Conference! You ll have a chance to sponsor an evening that recognizes our colleague s accomplishments through their marketing initiatives that promote their destinations, attractions and events throughout the state. A Night at the Movies Sponsor the IMAX viewing of the Brand USA next giant-screen film, America s Treasures.This film is a follow-up to Brand USA s award winning and highest grossing documentary film of 2016, National Parks Adventure. We will transport conference attendees to a red carpet arrival experience for a viewing of this amazing film. There will be plenty of opportunities for paparazzi to snap pictures (those are sure to be all over social channels), rub elbows with our industries top talent, and of course sip bubbles while enjoying gourmet popcorn! State of the State Brunch A highlight of the Governor s Conference, at this lunch we take a look at the past years marketing and advertising strategies and share our vision for the industry moving forward. Eye Opening Breakfast Start not only your morning but the conference out right by sponsoring this meal period. Keynote/General Session Speakers Your company s opportunity to sponsor one of the main elements of our conference. Morning or Afternoon Concurrent Education Sessions Sessions are educational and timely, and address issues of interest to the tourism based attendees of our conference. This is an opportunity to sponsor a concurrent session, morning or afternoon, and be a part of why people attend the Illinois Governor s Conference year after year.

4 TIER 2 MONARCH Starting from $10,000 receives the following benefits: Complimentary half-page, full-color ad in Digital Conference Program Upgraded sponsorship listing on website - up to 20 words One reserved sponsor table during sponsored meal or Keynote Speaker (seats up to 10 people) An opportunity to welcome and address the audience with a 2-3 minute video Includes three (3) complimentary conference registrations Recognition from the podium as sponsor Complimentary booth space in exhibit hall for Trade Show Monarch Level Sponsorship Options: Off-site After Hours Event - $14,000 Wifi - $10,000 Digital Program - $10,000 Off-site After Hours Event Your company will be showcased as our sponsor host for an evening full of networking, food and drinks Wi-Fi The wireless network will be available for all attendees complimentary use throughout the conference. Company name/logo on Wi-Fi opening page Logo on screen at conference events with instructions on how to use Digital Program The digital program will be downloaded hundreds of times and used frequently by the conference attendees. Company name/logo on prominent page Logo on screen at conference events with instructions on how to use

5 TIER 3 WHITE OAK Starting from $5,000 receives the following benefits: Complimentary 1/4-page, full-color ad in Digital Conference Program Upgraded sponsorship listing on website - up to 20 words Includes one (1) complimentary conference registration Recognition from the podium as sponsor Complimentary booth space in exhibit hall for Trade Show White Oak Level Sponsorship Options: Charge Away - $7,500 Illinois Gives Back (IVT) - $5,000 R&R Stations - $5,000 Sweet Dreams Room Drop - $5,000 Give Em A Break - $5,000 Newcomers Reception - $5,000 Hotel Key Cards - $5,000 Water Bottle Sponsor - $5,000 The Last Call (Trade-Show) Reception - $5,000 Charge Away Located in high traffic areas, the charging stations gives attendees a chance to charge their devices during the conference and stay connected to online conversations. Signage on charging station Illinois Gives Back (IVT) An opportunity for your company to be a sponsor in our annual Illinois VolunTourism (IVT) project. Our attendees will volunteer their time and talents for charitable, educational, or other worthwhile activities, in the Springfield tourism community. Company name/logo included on t-shirt to be worn that day Opportunity to have promotional item offered at registration R&R Stations Seating and break areas available for conference attendees between sessions. Sweet Dreams Room Drop A sweet dreams treat and a piece of sponsor collateral would be placed in each room on Monday or Tuesday night. Give Em A Break Give the people what they want: sponsor daily networking and relaxation breaks on Tuesday or Wednesday. Newcomers Reception In addition to being presented as the sponsor of the event, you would receive the opportunity to offer a welcome at the reception and exclusive networking opportunities with new attendees. Hotel Key Cards Each attendee staying at the host hotel will receive room keys with your brand upon check-in. Custom designed key cards with your brand, logo and/or call to action Water Bottle Sponsor Eco friendly re-usable water bottle for attendees use. Illinois Governor s Conference will provide the bottle at registration. Water bottle will be co-branded with your company logo Last Call (Trade-Show) Reception Strategic booth positioning and call outs/invitations from the podium to join sponsor, Cory and the ILGOV team at The Last Call Reception.

6 TIER 4 VIOLET Starting from $3,000 receives the following benefits: Includes one (1) complimentary conference registration Violet Level Sponsorship Options: Educational Breakout/Sessions - $3,500 Name Badges - $4,500 Water Cooler Station - $3,000 What to Pack/Wear and Events/Parties E-Blast - $3,000 Restroom Branding - $3,000 Educational Breakouts/Sessions An opportunity for your company to welcome and introduce the session and its speakers and/or moderators to breakout attendees. Table located at entrance of session for company collateral distribution Signage at breakout sessions Name Badges An opportunity to get your company name and logo in front of all attendees. Company name/logo included on all name badges What to Pack/Wear and Events/Parties E-Blast Each registered attendee will receive an E-Blast that outlines a daily how to be seen and in what. Custom designed E-Blast with your brand, logo and/or call to action Restroom Branding Snag a sponsorship that will be undoubtedly seen and enjoyed by many. Brand men s and women s restrooms with logos and collateral material and add value to one of our most crucial, highly-trafficked and often appreciated conference features. Water Cooler Station Several water coolers will be available in high traffic areas for all attendees to use. Sponsor logo will be displayed on signage and on water cooler wrap

7 All Sponsorship Levels Receive the Following Benefits: Inclusion in conference-wide social media efforts Access to conference database Logo included in Illinois Governor s Conference Program and sponsorship signage Logo and 10 word company description listed on website Brand exposure throughout event via signage Additional Advertising Opportunity Digital Program Booklet Advertisement ½ Page Full-Color Ad in Digital Conference Program ($250.00) Full Page Full-Color Ad in Digital Conference Program ($400.00) The digital program booklet will be offered to all attendees and includes the need-to-know info! For more information, contact Mary Twomey at mary@timezoneone.com or Ask us how to secure not only your sponsorship, but additional savings with a multi-year sponsorship!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship Opportunities CONTACTS: MALCOLM SMITH Senior Vice President of Business Development 202.408.2141 msmith@ustravel.org KRISTA ROEPKE Manager, Exhibitions and Sponsorships 202.408.2149 kroepke@ustravel.org