A FESTIVAL OF RUM, FOOD & CULTURE FEBRUARY 2017 PARTNER/SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

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1 A FESTIVAL OF RUM, FOOD & CULTURE FEBRUARY 2017 PARTNER/SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES 2017

2 WHO WE ARE RumBahamas is The Bahamas distinguished first festival of rum, food and true Bahamian culture. The event is staged by Team RumBahamas and Events By Alexandra. Festival RumBahamas hosts: Rum Tastings Rum Competitions Rum-in-Food Demonstrations and pairings, Cultural and Historical Presentations, Live Bahamian Music, Live Entertainment, Food Booths, Product Booths and much more.

3 PURPOSE THE GREATER VISION RumBahamas not only highlights the role rum played in building the Western World, but it is also dedicated to showcasing, celebrating Bahamian food and its heritage and true Bahamian culture and history promoting these rich national assets to Bahamians and international visitors. Through the vehicle of rum lore we will cross barriers of culture, race, age, history. We are well on our way to being internationally recognized as one of the most rewarding events. RumBahamas: A Festival of Rum, Food and True Bahamian Culture is dedicated to the promotion and preservation of our unique history and traditions and uniting Bahamians and International guests through recognition of shared ties. RumBahamas Festival says Here we are creative, fun loving, hospitable and always ready to embrace like-minded fellow Bahamians and valued guests. We are a celebration of the best of our country. Our event, encapsulates all that makes a national festival irresistibly attractive to local residents and residents of the world. RumBahamas Festival now is a must-go-there-for-that and you really can t miss event. VALUE RumBahamas Festival is committed to nonstop energy creativity and high quality. We value the diversity and uniqueness of The Bahamas and the place of RUM in its history, culture and social expression. RumBahamas is making a major impact on the national economy as a contributor to and promoter of local entrepreneurship and the growth of tourism.

4 HISTORIC FORT CHARLOTTE EVENT DATES RUMBAHAMAS IS A LIVE EVENT! FRIDAY February 24th, am - Until SATURDAY February 25th, am - Until SUNDAY February 26th, am - Until

5 RUM BAHAMAS REACH RumBahamas is a marketplace that will bring together the major players in the rum, hospitality and tourism industry. 36 Hours of Selling Time 8,000+ people All events sponsors will be listed on and linked to the RumBahamas website. All event sponsors will be entitled to branding across all official media of the festival days (tv, radio, print, digital) both local and international. There will also be many banner opportunities at Fort Charlotte 450,000+ Digital Audience It is anticipated that over 450,000 people will be reached via website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, blogging, printed material, radio, tv and actual attendance to the RumBahamas Festival over the course of the three day event. 1/3 Attendees Are International 80+ Vendors 40+ Participating Rums

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7 TESTIMONIALS

8 CARIBBEAN ESCAPE BLOG The Bahamas never disappoints, toss in a 3-day rum festival and you have a new level of island fun. The first-ever Festival Rum Bahamas event was a huge success in my eyes and I m already looking forward to attending future events. Pirates, rum, a 300-year old fort, 3 live music stages, rum cake, a rum tasting competition, and a breakout Junkanoo parade Festival RumBahamas exceeded all my expectations. I was graciously asked to be a judge in the tasting competition by the event staff and the International Rum Council. The judging took place in the dungeon of historic Fort Charlotte, I can t imagine a better setting to sip dozens of rums! I think the Bahamas Tourism Board has a slogan that says, It s better in The Bahamas. I have to agree, some things are better in The Bahamas, especially when it comes to Rum Festivals. - Caribbean Escape Blog

9 VENDOR PARTNERSHIP

10 WEEKEND EXHIBITOR PACKAGES 6 PACKAGES 1. Microbusiness Exhibitors 2. Rum-Brand Exhibitor 3. Distributor 4. Home-Based Food, Beverage, Product & Services Exhibitor 5. Commercial Restaurant & Catering Exhibitors 6. Commercial Product Exhibitor RUMBAHAMAS HOURS OF PRIME SELLING TIME

11 1. MICROBUSINESS EXHIBITOR Includes assigned exhibit space of a 4 x 4 booth Listing on the RumBahamas website Vendor counseling & support $100.00

12 2. RUM BRAND EXHIBITOR Includes prime exhibit space of 4 x 4.. Available on a first-come-first served basis. Custom size booths & Lounge Areas are available in select sections and are additional Listing on website Entrance in Rum Tasting Competition Right to exhibit products at the various tastings and pairings Opportunity to bring your Master Distiller, Master Blender & key personnel to the event Opportunity to host a seminar or presentation for serious rum enthusiasts Right to display two (2) banners (Extra banner signs and marketing opportunities are at an additional cost of $ per banner) Opportunity for serving rum samples Opportunity to showcase high-end rums in the RumBahamas Top-Shelf Bar with no minimums Seminar with Rum Experts included. SINGLE BRAND ONLY $

13 3. DISTRIBUTOR Includes prime exhibit space of 8 x 12 and lounge areas. Available on a first-come-first served basis. Listing on website Right to exhibit products at the various tastings and pairings Right to display two (2) banners (Extra banner signs and marketing opportunities are at an additional cost) Right to sell brand merchandising and products (Bottles of rum will only be sold via RumBahamas Liquor Store) A RumBahamas liquor license ($500.00)includes serving specialty rum cocktails only) Opportunity for serving rum samples Opportunity to showcase high-end rums in the RumBahamas Top-SHelf Bar with no minimum Seminars with Rum Experts included. SINGLE BRAND ONLY $

14 4. HOME-BASED FOOD, BEVERAGE, PRODUCT & SERVICE EXHIBITOR ( For eligibility, at least one (1) product must cue to rum) Includes selected exhibit space..available on a first-come-first served basis. Payment plans available. Payments must be completed by January 31st, Listing on website Right to display one (1) banner (Extra banner signs and marketing opportunities are at an additional cost) Vendor counseling and support available A RumBahamas liquor license may be purchased for an additional cost of $ in order to also serve One (1) Speciality Rum Drink. NO OTHER ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED. SMALL 6 x 6 MEDIUM 8 x 8 LARGE 8 x 12 $325 $480 $600

15 5. COMMERCIAL RESTAURANT & CATERING EXHIBITOR ( For eligibility, at least one (1) product must cue to rum) Includes selected exhibit space of 16 x 16. Available on a first-come-first served basis. Payment plans available. Payments must be completed by January 31st, Listing on website Right to display two (2) banners (Extra banner signs and marketing opportunities are at an additional cost of $ per banner) Only One (1) Speciality Rum Cocktail will be allowed to be served. NO OTHER ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED. Vendor counseling and support available $

16 6. COMMERCIAL PRODUCT EXHIBITOR ( For eligibility, at least one (1) product must cue to rum) Includes prime exhibit space of 4 x 8. Available on a first-come-first served basis. Custom-size booths available in specific areas. Listing on website Right to display two (2) banners (Extra banner signs and marketing opportunities are at an additional cost of $ per banner) At least one (1) product must cue to rum Vendor counseling and support available $

17 THE SUGARCANE KITCHEN The Sugarcane Kitchen is the showcase of RumBahamas culinary vision. This is a non-profit venture that welcomes sponsorship from many different companies and it offers the opportunity of those companies to partner with us and showcase their products, services and multi-dimensional talents. The purpose of the Sugarcane Kitchen is to educate, inspire and amaze professional and amateur chefs and foodies in the matching of food and rum. We are looking for the following partnership companies to help us to defray some of our costs: A rum to be included in rum-in-food & sauces rum to be included in rum-in-desserts Rum for pairing demonstrations Local and international wholesale food suppliers Chefs & Culinarians Restaurants Catering Companies Non-Professional Foodies Government Agency Farmer s Markets Local Food Store Hotel Restaurant Supplies IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING Airline (for visiting international chefs) A PART OF THIS EXCITING Food Products SECTION, PLEASE CONTACT US TO Advertisers DISCUSS THIS PACKAGE.

18 OLD NASSAU FORT DARCY NIGHTCLUB & COCKTAIL LOUNGE Fort Darcy is the showcase of RumBahamas recreation of the nostalgia of Old Nassau. The theme is a sexy, sultry ambiance of the old Pink Pussy Cat, Paul Meeres, King Eric, The Drumbeat, Banana Boat and The Cat & Fiddle. This venture welcomes sponsorship and product support from many companies. It offers the opportunity for companies to partner with us and showcase their products, services and multidimensional talents. Showcasing decor Food products Event rental companies Product advertisers (cigars, cigarettes, board & table games, snack foods, etc. PARTICIPATING SPONSORS WILL RECEIVE: Outlined marketing opportunities Private interactive tastings & pairings Tickets for the floor shows for four (4) guests Two weekend passes to the festival We are looking for the following partnership companies to help us to defray some of our costs: A rum to be featured for the sipping and pairing Chefs and Culinarians Restaurants Catering companies Bahamian entertainers IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING A PART OF THIS EXCITING SECTION, PLEASE CONTACT US TO DISCUSS THIS PACKAGE.

19 CONTACT US ALEXANDRA MAILLIS-LYNCH CATHERINE CHISNALL-MITCHELL TEAM LEADER CELL: CELL: ALEXA-RAE SMITH TRAVIS MILLER CELL: MARKETING/PR CELL: MARKETING/PR ELIZABETH AVE NASSAU, BAHAMAS P. O. BOX N

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