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2 CONNECTING LGBT TOURISM PROFESSIONALS APRIL 8-, 205 HYATT REGENCY CENTURY PLAZA - LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA The IGLTA Annual Global Convention is the world's premier educational and networking event for LGBT tourism professionals. Bringing together hundreds of IGLTA members from around the world, the 32nd edition of the IGLTA Annual Global Convention will connect LGBT tourism suppliers and buyers through its successful hosted buyer and scheduled appointment program, numerous educational workshops and networking receptions. As a Sponsor of the IGLTA Annual Global Convention, your business will receive unique visibility and the opportunity to maximize revenue potential. IGLTA Convention Sponsors increase their marketing impact to convention delegates and LGBT consumers, attract new contacts and reinforce existing relationships that will lead to continued business growth. 2

3 ABOUT IGLTA The International Gay and Lesbian Travel Association is the leading member-based global organization dedicated to LGBT tourism. IGLTA engages small companies and major corporations in more than 75 countries from destinations to accommodations, travel agents to tour operators, transportation to travel media to assist them in their outreach to LGBT travelers worldwide. ABOUT THE ANNUAL GLOBAL CONVENTION The 3st IGLTA Annual Global Convention held in Madrid, Spain, was the most globally-diverse and well-attended convention held outside North America. The Convention welcomed attendees from 32 countries, attracted local LGBT consumers though its successful Consumer Trade Show and featured IGLTA s first-ever Buyer/Supplier Marketplace. Toronto 380 delegates Antwerp 232 delegates Ft Lauderdale 523 delegates Florianopolis 26 delegates Chicago 400 delegates from 25 countries Madrid 276 delegates from 32 countries Los Angeles: more than 500 delegates expected! DELEGATE PROFILE Buyers/Media - 40% Travel agents, tour operators, media outlets, travel writers, marketing firms, etc. Suppliers - 60% Accommodations, destination tourist boards, transportation (air, rail, car, cruise), etc. BEING A SPONSOR OF THE IGLTA CONVENTION PROVIDES Opportunity to partner with IGLTA and support LGBT tourism Global marketing presence Increased visibility in the LGBT tourism market Face-to-face contact with key decision makers and opinion leaders Access to LGBT consumers and travelers worldwide Concrete demonstration of your company's commitment to LGBT tourism 3

4 PRESENTING SPONSOR Promotional fee: $20,000 USD each (does not include F&B*) Exclusive sponsorship of one of the following signature events: Welcome Party* Friday Night Party* SOLD 205 Host City Closing Party* PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Premier tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Banner ad in Convention Program mobile app Recognition at General Sessions Recognition at sponsored event Opportunity to distribute promotional item during sponsored event Opportunity to address delegates during sponsored event (5-7 minutes) Convention Delegate registrations for up to three attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Dedicated eblast to IGLTA Members & Convention Delegates Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Brochure distribution from table in registration area Table at Consumer Trade Show Promotional item inserted in Consumer Goodie Bag Participation in Buyer/Supplier Marketplace *Catering/food & beverage costs are not included in the above promotional fee, are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed by the venue. 4

5 BUYER/SUPPLIER MARKETPLACE SPONSOR Promotional fee: $20,000 USD (does not include F&B*) Exclusive sponsorship of the Buyer/Supplier Marketplace, where pre-qualified buyers will meet with participating suppliers at an appointment-driven marketplace on Wednesday, April 8, the first day of the conference. Promotional fee includes visibility at refreshment stations throughout the day, at lunch and at the exclusive, invitation-only Buyer Cocktail Reception (please note: F&B for all events is not included in the promotional fee*). PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Premier tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Banner ad in Convention Program mobile app Recognition at General Sessions Convention Delegate registrations for up to three attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Dedicated eblast to IGLTA Members & Convention Delegates Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Brochure distribution from table in registration area Table at Consumer Trade Show Promotional item inserted in Consumer Goodie Bag Participation in Buyer/Supplier Marketplace *Catering/food & beverage costs are not included in the above promotional fee, are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed by the venue. Product samples, pull-up banners, promotional items and brochures are the responsibility of sponsor. 5

6 CONSUMER TRADE SHOW SPONSOR Promotional fee: $20,000 USD each (does not include F&B*) Exclusive sponsorship of the popular Consumer Trade Show including sponsorship of the Consumer Goodie Bags. PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Premier tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Banner ad in Convention Program mobile app Recognition at General Sessions Recognition and branding opportunities at Consumer Trade Show Opportunity to distribute promotional item during the Consumer Trade Show Opportunity to address consumers during the Consumer Trade Show (5-7 minutes) Convention Delegate registrations for up to three attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Dedicated eblast to IGLTA Members & Convention Delegates Sponsorship of Consumer Goodie Bags supplied by sponsor Brochure distribution from table in Convention Registration area Table at Consumer Trade Show Promotional item inserted in Consumer Goodie Bag Participation in Buyer/Supplier Marketplace *Catering/food & beverage costs are not included in the above promotional fee, are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed by the venue. Consumer Goodie Bags, product samples, promotional items and brochures are the responsibility of sponsor. 6

7 AUDIO/VISUAL SPONSOR Promotional fee: $20,000 USD Exclusive sponsorship of all Audio/Visual equipment during the Convention. PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS: Premier tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Banner ad in Convention Program mobile app Recognition at General Sessions Convention Delegate registrations for up to three attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Dedicated eblast to IGLTA Members & Convention Delegates Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Brochure distribution from table in registration area Table at Consumer Trade Show Promotional item inserted in Consumer Goodie Bag Participation in Buyer/Supplier Marketplace 7

8 TRANSPORTATION SPONSOR Promotional fee: $5,000 USD Exclusive transportation sponsor for the Convention. PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS: Second tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Convention Delegate registrations for up to two attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Brochure distribution from table in registration area 8

9 MEDIA SPONSOR Promotional fee: $5,000 USD (does not include F&B*) Exclusive media sponsor for the Convention, Plenary Media Session and the Media Reception. PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS: Second tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Recognition from the podium at the Plenary Media Session & the Media Reception Opportunity to distribute promotional item during the Media Reception Opportunity to address delegates from podium during the Plenary Media Session (3-5 minutes) Convention Delegate registrations for up to two attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Table at the Media Trade Show *Catering/food & beverage costs are not included in the above promotional fee, are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed by the venue. 9

10 IGLTA HONORS SPONSORSHIP Promotional fee: $0,000 USD per year, minimum three-year commitment Exclusive sponsorship of the IGLTA Honors Awards which celebrate the individuals and businesses that have improved the landscape of gay and lesbian travel. Annual award recipients are selected by the IGLTA Board of Directors from the association s membership of businesses in more than 75 countries. PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS: Second tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Naming rights of IGLTA Honors Awards (ie: The IGLTA Honors Awards presented by.) Opportunity for sponsor to present one of the IGLTA Honors Awards onstage Recognition at General Sessions Recognition at each IGLTA Honors Award presentation (up to five per convention) Convention Delegate registrations for up to two attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Recognition in IGLTA Honors Award press release Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Dedicated eblast to IGLTA Members & Convention Delegates Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Brochure distribution from table in registration area Table at Consumer Trade Show Promotional item inserted in Consumer Goodie Bag 0

11 OFFICIAL SPONSOR Promotional fee: $7,500 USD each (does not include F&B*) Exclusive host of one of the following key events: Plenary Session (3 available) Breakfast* on one of the following days: o Thursday o Friday o Saturday Lunch* on one of the following days: o Thursday o Friday Women s Business Initiative Event* VIP/Founder s Reception PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Second tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Recognition from the podium at the Plenary Media Session & the Media Reception Opportunity to distribute promotional item during the Media Reception Opportunity to address delegates from podium during the Plenary Media Session (3-5 minutes) Convention Delegate registrations for up to two attendees IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Joint recognition in the following convention-related communications: Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Table at the Media Trade Show *Catering/food & beverage costs are not included in the above promotional fee, are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed by the venue.

12 CONFERENCE SPONSOR Promotional fee: $5,000 USD each (does not include F&B*) Exclusive sponsor of the following: Coffee Break*or Paleo Raw Green Break* Social Media Streamboard Social Media Lounge & Wifi Sponsor* Press Conference* Delegate Photo Booth Consumer Photo Booth First-timer s Orientation & Mentor Program* Ambassador s Meeting* Board of Director s Meeting* Convention News Bulletin PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Third tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Recognition from the podium at sponsored event Opportunity to distribute promotional item during sponsored event Opportunity to welcome attendees to sponsored event (2 minutes) Convention Delegate registration for one attendee Joint recognition in the following c onvention-related communications: Social Media Lounge & Wifi Internet sponsor only: possibility to brand the lounge with your logo, pull-up banners, promotional items, etc., and to display sponsor logo or graphic as screen savers; hyperlink to sponsor s co-branded landing page (design/coding/hosting of landing page is sponsor s responsibility). *Catering/food & beverage costs are not included in the above promotional fee, are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed by the venue. 2

13 PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Promotional fee: $4,500 USD each (does not include production charges) Let Convention Delegates, Consumers and Volunteers promote your company with your promotional items! Like walking billboards, your logo will be displayed on promotional items and seen by all attendees throughout the Convention and the Consumer Trade Show! You supply the promotional item, so be creative with your design! PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Sponsor logo and IGLTA logo displayed on promotional item you supply Brochure distribution from table in registration area Opportunity to insert one additional promotional item in Delegate Welcome Bag Opportunity to insert one additional promotional item in Consumer Goodie Bag BADGE LANYARDS Brand each delegate and maximize exposure for your company throughout the duration of the Global Convention and Consumer Trade Show. Qty: 500 DELEGATE WELCOME BAGS Convention delegates will help you market your company and services with branding on each Delegate Welcome bag. These bags, which will be used long after the Convention, help maintain awareness of your brand for years to come. Qty: 500 USB FLASH DRIVE Put your brand in the hands of local media and journalists from around the globe! Your company logo and information will be included alongside IGLTA's on a USB Flash Drive distributed to each writer covering the convention. Flash Drives will also be distributed to journalists throughout the year at other events attended by IGLTA. Qty: 50 ROOM KEYS Let Convention delegates wake up with and say good night to your company with branded key cards. Qty:,000 CONSUMER GOODIE BAGS Promote your brand to local LGBT consumers are the popular Consumer Trade Show. Bags (supplied by you) will be used by consumers to gather collateral and will continue to build brand awareness and remind consumers of your services long after the Convention. Qty:,500 VOLUNTEER POLOS Volunteers from local LGBT organizations will be on hand to answer questions and help direct traffic at the Convention and Consumer Trade Show. Highlight your brand on designer Polos (supplied by you) throughout the Convention. Volunteers will get to keep their t-shirts, thus providing your brand with continued visibility for several years following the Convention. Qty: Please note: Promotional fee does not include production charges. Promotional items should include sponsor s logo and IGLTA logo. Artwork is subject to approval by IGLTA management in advance. Deadlines apply. 3

14 PRODUCT SAMPLE OPPORTUNITIES Put your product sample, promotional item or brochure directly in the hands of Convention Delegates or Consumers! ROOM DROP 2 Have your product sample, promotional item or brochure delivered directly to delegates rooms at a selected time during the Convention. Price per item: $,995 USD dedicated drop (plus hotel service charge) $995 USD grouped drop (plus hotel service charge) DELEGATE BAG INSERTS Insert your product sample, promotional item or brochure in the Delegate Welcome Bags that will be distributed to all Delegates at Registration. $595 USD until December 3, 204 $795 USD after January, 205 CONSUMER BAG INSERTS Insert your product sample, promotional item or brochure in the Consumer Goodie Bags that will be distributed to all attendees of the Consumer Trade Show. $795 USD until December 3, 204 $995 USD after January, 205 BROCHURE DISTRIBUTION FROM TABLE IN CONVENTION REGISTRATION AREA Your brochure or flyer will be available to all Convention Delegates from a table in the Convention Registration area throughout the duration of the Convention. $295 USD for small businesses (less than 0 employees) $495 USD for large businesses (0 employees or more) 2 Additional hotel-imposed service charge applies. Hotel service charge is the responsibility of the sponsor and will be direct-billed to sponsor by the hotel. Customized promotional opportunities are available and we welcome your creative ideas. Contact us today to discuss your specific marketing objectives! 4

15 BREAKOUT EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS $495 USD each Be a part of the IGLTA Educational Series by sponsoring a Breakout Session. PROMOTIONAL & ON-SITE BENEFITS Logo on signage outside of breakout session room Recognition at beginning of breakout session Opportunity to distribute promotional item to session attendees 5

16 Sponsorship Levels (all prices in US Dollar) Promotional Opportunity Benefits Educational Opportunity Benefits Sponsorship Benefits Presenting Sponsor $20,000 Official Sponsor $7,500 - $9,999 Conference Sponsor $5,000 - $7,499 Promotional Opportunities $4,500 each Breakout Educational Session $495 each Logo visibility & placement Premier tier logo visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material 2nd tier logo or text visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material 3rd tier logo or text visibility on all convention-related web properties, event signage & print material Sponsor logo and IGLTA logo on promotional item Sponsor logo on signage outside of breakout session room Banner ad in mobile app Recognition at the start of each day's General Session Opportunity to distribute promotional item during sponsored event Opportunity to adress delegates from podium during sponsored event Delegate registrations 3 2 IGLTA Membership (or renewal) Logo in Convention Program mobile app Joint recognition in pre-convention press release Joint recognition in IGLTA enewsletter Joint recognition in Convention eblast to members & delegates Promotional item inserted in Delegate Welcome Bag Brochure distribution from table in registration area Dedicated article in IGLTA enewsletter Dedicated eblast to members & delegates Table at Consumer Trade Show Promotional item inserted into Consumer Goodie Bag Invitations to attend exclusive Networking Receptions 6

17 CONTACTS IGLTA Clark Massad Reece Darham reece.darham@iglta.org Deven Blackburn deven.blackburn@iglta.org Please note: Conference Dates: April 8-, 205 LOS ANGELES IGLTA APRIL 32ND ANNUAL GLOBAL CONVENTION Location: Hyatt Regency Century Plaza, 2025 Avenue of the Stars, Los Angeles, CA, USA All prices are in US Dollar. Payment in full of the promotional fee is due prior to the start of the Convention. Customized sponsorship, hosting or promotional packages are available and we welcome your creative ideas! Prices reflect promotional fees only and do not include catering, food & beverage or other supplemental charges. Where applicable, menu planning and F&B costs are the responsibility of sponsor and will be direct-billed to the sponsor by the venue. Paleo-inspired menu options are available upon request for catered events at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza. Production costs of sponsored promotional items are the responsibility of the sponsor and all designs are subject to prior approval from IGLTA. Any shipping/handling or storage fees are the responsibility of the sponsor and will be direct-billed to the sponsor by the venue. Convention Program is subject to change. Contact IGLTA for final Convention Program confirmations. SPONSORSHIP@IGLTA.ORG