2011 NEC Sponsorship Program

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1 February 20 22, 2011 JW Marriott Desert Ridge Phoenix, Arizona 2011 NEC Sponsorship Program Sponsorship Deadline: January 14, 2011 Contact: Mary Giglio, Renewable Fuels Association (908) Don t miss the opportunity to showcase your company at the 16th annual National Ethanol Conference, to be held February 20-22, 2011 at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. The National Ethanol Conference is the premier conference dedicated to delivering the most accurate and timely information on marketing, legislative and regulatory issues impacting the ethanol industry.

2 Evening Receptions $20,000 One (1) available one (1) welcome reception and one (1) networking reception An excellent opportunity to meet and mingle with industry representatives, these evening receptions are extremely popular events and well attended. The receptions feature food, beverage and entertainment, and offer maximum sponsorship exposure. Two (2) complimentary conference registrations and a 50% discount on up to two (2) additional registrations Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage, cocktail stir sticks, napkins and table top cards Complimentary half (½) page, full color ad in the Conference Program Guide Use of on-site sponsor boardrooms for meetings (based on availability) One (1) complimentary Suite upgrade at the conference hotel Lunch - Monday, February 21, 2011 Take a break from the conference sessions to network with business colleagues and contacts. Enjoy a great meal while your company logo is displayed throughout the luncheon. A captive audience and a great way to showcase your company! Two (2) complimentary conference registrations and a 50% discount on up to two (2) additional registrations Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage, napkins, candies and table top cards Complimentary half (½) page, full color ad in the Conference Program Guide Use of on-site sponsor boardrooms for meetings (based on availability) One (1) complimentary Suite upgrade at the conference hotel SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 2

3 Name Badge Lanyard Your company name will be worn by all conference attendees, as name badges are required for admission to all events. Increase name recognition with this great sponsorship opportunity. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on up to two (2) additional registrations Lanyard printed with company logo or name and National Ethanol Conference to be worn by all conference attendees Use of on-site sponsor boardrooms for meetings (based on availability) Hotel Room Key An excellent way to keep your company name in front of every attendee. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on up to two (2) additional registrations Company logo on hotel keys distributed at conference hotel to attendees of the National Ethanol Conference Use of on-site sponsor boardrooms for meetings (based on availability) SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 3

4 Conference Bags $15,000 This highly visible sponsorship allows you to get your company name in front of every attendee, as they receive a complimentary registration bag with your company logo. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on up to two (2) additional registrations Company logo on conference bags to be distributed to attendees of the National Ethanol Conference Relaxation Station Provide attendees with the opportunity for a complimentary shoe shine and chair massage. An extremely popular place, the Relaxation Station is a great way to promote your company. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on up to two (2) additional registrations One (1) six foot skirted table in the Relaxation Station will be available for your company s table top display unit and literature or pop-up/freestanding display Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage at the Relaxation Station Use of on-site sponsor boardrooms for meetings (based on availability) Golf Tournament - Sunday, February 20, 2011 The Golf Tournament will be held at the Wildfire Golf Club. Participants enjoy a rare chance to play a premier course while networking with fellow industry representatives. There is something for everyone, with opportunities ranging from platinum sponsors to individual hole sponsors. For a complete list, visit our website: nationalethanolconference.com/pages/golf SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 4

5 Conference Greening $10,000 We are committed to substantially reducing waste, using earth-friendly, sound products and reducing our carbon footprint. As the greening sponsor, your company will be recognized and highlighted as a high level sponsor throughout the conference and trade show. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on one (1) additional registration Your company will be recognized in a special Greening campaign for the conference including signage and in the popular onsite Conference Program Guide distributed to all attendees Complimentary half (½) page, full color ad in the Conference Program Guide Internet Café An extremely popular place, the Internet Café is a great way to promote your company. With sole sponsorship of this venue, your company is assured wide audience interaction. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on one (1) additional registration Company s web site home page as the default home page on computers at Internet Café Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage at the Internet Café SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 5

6 Coffee Lounge The coffee lounge promises to be a busy place, as our attendees love their coffee and the opportunity for interaction and networking. Large coffee lounge will be located in main traffic area. With sole sponsorship of this venue, your company is assured an appreciative, receptive audience. One (1) complimentary conference registration and a 50% discount on one (1) additional registration Company name and logo on all signage in the lounge area Table top cards with company logo to be displayed on tables and bars in lounge area Other possible marketing opportunities such as logo on cup sleeves and cups with logo Breakfast - Two (2) available Make your company name the first thing attendees see as they begin their day. A great way to get your name in front of conference attendees! One (1) complimentary conference registration Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage, napkins and table top cards Use of on-site sponsor boardrooms for meetings (based on availability) SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 6

7 Audio/Visual $7,500 Your company can be recognized as the sponsor of the media portion of our event. One (1) complimentary conference registration Presentation Service Center $5,000 The Presentation Service Center provides a work space for speakers as well as printers for attendees to print presentations from the conference. Your company will be recognized for providing these popular services. Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage at the Presentation Service Center SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 7

8 Conference Networking This popular on-line networking tool allows attendees to browse the complete delegate list, identify leads and partners, and communicate with fellow delegates. It also houses speaker presentations after the event. Your company will receive premier exposure on this Web site. Company logo on the official conference networking service web site Refreshment Breaks - Two (2) available $5,000 Refreshment breaks are greatly appreciated by attendees and offer an excellent opportunity to network with fellow attendees. This sponsorship opportunity is a valuable way to increase company name recognition. Your company will receive event-specific recognition on signage, napkins and table top cards Pens (Sponsor provides the pens) Make sure all attendees have a pen with your company name to take notes during the conference. SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 8

9 Agri-Talk Live Broadcast - Two (2) available A premier opportunity for exposure! Live broadcast is placed in a high visibility area, with an opportunity for your executive to be interviewed live before daily audience of 100,000+ on the nationally syndicated talk show Agri-Talk. Hosted by Mike Adams, past recipient of the Prestigious Farm Broadcaster of the Year award. Option of purchasing both days, to include an interview each day. Corporate logo in the on-site program guide as a sponsor Live, one-time interview (5-10 minutes) with company representative during hour-long Agri-Talk broadcast from the conference Sponsorship highlighted during Agri-Talk promotional coverage of the conference several days in advance Corporate logo on a slide identifying your company as the Agri-Talk Sponsor and formal recognition during General Session Publicity of sponsorship on conference web site, including a link to your company s web site Corporate logo on a sign at the event Use of on-site private meeting space to conduct meetings with business partners and potential clients (by appointment only) Resort Maps Opportunity to get your logo in front of all hotel guests! The Resort Map is distributed to guests upon check-in. Fourcolor map (4 ¼ x 5 ½ ) will feature sponsor s four-color logo exclusively. Maps come in handy to navigate the resort and conference meeting space. Company listing in the popular onsite Conference Program Guide distributed to all attendees Company listing in the conference registration brochure distributed to a mailing list of over 14,000 industry representatives* Company logo available in onsite Conference Program Guide and conference registration brochure for an additional $500. SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 9

10 Conference Supporting Sponsors $2,500 Unlimited Availability Company Logo and Commercial (Available to RFA Members Only) Extend your company awareness at the NEC by participating in this high impact, high traffic sponsorship opportunity to place your company logo and/or commercial at key locations within the NEC registration and meeting space area. Large high definition flat screen televisions will run continuously for the duration of the conference and in between general session programming showcasing your company logo and enabling you to run your company commercials for all NEC attendees to view. Every attendee will walk past these flat screen televisions, giving you 100% exposure. Sponsorship pricing is as follows: Company logo only $500 Company logo and 30 second commercial $1,500 Company logo and 60 second commercial $2,000 Company must supply logo and commercial in a high resolution format to be determined and this opportunity is available exclusively to RFA Members. Run time will begin on Sunday, February 20 through Tuesday, February 22, To book this sponsorship opportunity, contact Mary Giglio, (908) SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 10

11 Banner Poles - Five (5) available Have your company logo displayed on National Ethanol Conference banners hung on poles along the main walking pathways to all conference activities. The 22 wide x 44 tall banners will include the conference logo and sponsoring company s logo. Banners will be designed by RFA. Five $1,250 sponsorships are available with each sponsor receiving 3 banners. Option to purchase entire sponsorship for a total of 15 banners for $6,250. Company listing in the popular onsite Conference Program Guide distributed to all attendees Company listing in the conference registration brochure distributed to a mailing list of over 14,000 industry representatives* Company logo available in onsite Conference Program Guide and conference registration brochure for an additional $500. Logo d Floor Decals - Five (5) available Advertise your company or product with floor decals indicating the walking pathway to the National Ethanol Conference. Each floor decal is 2' x 2', and will include the conference logo, sponsoring company s logo and directional arrow. Decals will be designed by RFA. Five $500 sponsorships available with each sponsor receiving three floor decals. Option to purchase entire sponsorship for a total of 15 floor decals for $2,500. Company listing in the popular onsite Conference Program Guide distributed to all attendees Company listing in the conference registration brochure distributed to a mailing list of over 14,000 industry representatives* Company logo available in onsite Conference Program Guide and conference registration brochure for an additional $500. Program Guide Advertising Opportunity (limited availability) $5,000 Want to increase your company s visibility to conference attendees? A limited number of full-page, full color ads are available in the popular onsite Conference Program Guide distributed to all attendees. This reference guide is the only program distributed to attendees at the conference, and includes the agenda, meeting space maps, speaker biographies and other essential information. (Advertising specifications will be provided upon review of your application. Page placement is at RFA s discretion). SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 11

12 Sponsorship Form * DEADLINE: JANUARY 14, 2011 Complete form and fax to Retain a copy for your files. NAME TITLE COMPANY ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE PHONE FAX SPONSORSHIP CATEGORIES Event Sponsorships SPONSORSHIP AMOUNT Welcome Reception, Sunday Feb. 20 $20,000 Networking Reception, Monday, Feb. 21 $20,000 Lunch, Monday, Feb. 21 $20,000 Lanyard Sponsor $15,000 Hotel Room Key $15,000 Conference Bags $15,000 Relaxation Station $12,000 Greening Sponsor $10,000 Internet Café $10,000 Coffee Lounge $10,000 Breakfast, Monday, Feb. 21 $ 7,500 Breakfast, Tuesday, Feb. 22 $ 7,500 Audio/Visual $ 7,500 Presentation Service Center $ 5,000 WEB SITE SPONSORSHIP CATEGORIES Event Sponsorships SPONSORSHIP AMOUNT Networking Sponsor $ 5,000 Morning Refreshment Break, Monday, Feb. 21 $ 5,000 Afternoon Refreshment Break, Monday, Feb. 21 $ 5,000 Morning Refreshment Break, Tuesday, Feb. 22 $ 5,000 Pen Sponsor $ 5,000 Advertisement $ 5,000 Hat Sponsor $ 5,000 Agri-Talk Live Broadcast $ 4,000 Resort & Convention Center Maps $ 3,000 Conference Supporting Sponsor $ 2,500 Logo and Commercial Sponsor $ Banner Light Poles $ Floor Decals $ TOTAL AMOUNT $ CHECK Please make check or money order payable to: Renewable Fuels Association Send payment with completed form to: CREDIT CARD American Express Visa Mastercard Discover Renewable Fuels Association 425 Third Street, SW, Suite 1150 Washington, DC Phone: Fax: CARD # EXP. DATE CREDIT CARD HOLDER NAME (PLEASE PRINT) SIGNATURE PLEASE INVOICE ME. Purchase Order # Thank you! SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM 12