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1 HELPING ARTISTS SUCCEED IN BUSINESS 245 CENTRUM BLVD OTTAWA, ON K1E OA1 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE INNOVATING indie CONFERENCE OCTOBER 17, 2015

2 EVENT DETAILS CONFERENCE DATE/HOURS Saturday, October 17, :30 a.m. 5 p.m, Keynote on at: 9:30 a.m. Conference Location Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd. Ottawa, ON K1E 0A Visit us Online artpreneurottawa.com info@artpreneurottawa.com Plenty of free parking around the Centre TICKET INFORMATION One full day including: networking breakfast, keynote address, special networking lunch, and a choice of breakout sessions. $ 45 (before September 11, 2015 and for students) $75 after September 11, 2015 *an additional fee will be added for online tickets Tickets available online at: artpreneurottawa.com Purchase tickets in-person at: Any Wallack s Art Supplies locations AOE Arts Council Shenkman Arts Centre, guest services Ottawa School of Art locations, Byward Market and Ottawa Campus GENERAL INFORMATION Shenkman Arts Centre 245 Centrum Blvd. Ottawa, ON K1E 0A1 Guest Services ARTS (2787) shenkmanartscentre@ottawa.ca shenkmanarts.ca

3 Dear Sponsor, You have the unique opportunity to actively support the arts industries as a sponsor for ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA 2015; a one day conference dedicated to helping artists succeed in managing their business, marketing their art and selling their talent. Be part of our conference team by contributing a financial facet that will enable us to bring the latest in arts business and technology trends to attendees. The conference will be held at the Shenkman Arts Centre on October 17 and expects to attract well-over 200 attendees. Based on the 2013 survey results, attendees want more interaction with speakers, practical business sense and best return on effort marketing advice. We have a flexible set of options for business and suppliers to choose from based on their level of commitment. With sponsors such as yourself we can motivate and inform artists on how to transform their passions into professions. We look forward to including you as a sponsor to ensure the success of this year s conference. Sincerely, ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA 2015 Conference Committee BENEFITS OF SPONSORING: Reach a specific audience, generate sales, and market to a target demographic. Network with artists, cultural workers and the Ottawa arts community. Enhance your brand and visibility. Interact directly with industry contacts, customers and suppliers. Launch and demonstrate new products/services. Exhibit alongside a variety of businesses and non-profit organizations. SPONSOR ARTPRENEUR CONFERENCE OVERVIEW P.3 EXPO HALL FLOORPLAN P.4 SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS P.5 EXPO HALL AND EXPECTATIONS P.6 SPONSOR CHECK LIST P.7 CLINICS P.7 REGISTRATION FORM P.8

4 CONFERENCE OVERVIEW ARTPRENEUR 2015 will be a one day conference dedicated to helping artists succeed in business. The conference will bring together leading creative industries experts and art community individuals who will motivate and inform artists on how to transform their passions into professions. On Saturday October 17, 2015 conference delegates can expect to: Focus on the business side of creating, marketing and selling their art. Tap into the most current trends, business resources and information. Network with fellow artists, artistic business leaders and vendors. Make valuable connections within the creative sector and business community. Get tips and advice on best approaches for a rewarding career and profitable business. Gain insight about the evolving market and what the future holds for the arts business community. The fourth ARTPRENEUR conference will be held at the state-of-the-art Shenkman Arts Centre, in Ottawa, Ontario. The multi-disciplinary arts centre will provide large conference spaces for a vendors expo, breakout session rooms and a presentation attendance capacity of 500-seats in the Harold Shenkman Hall. The program will feature inspirational and successful key note speakers, real-world experience workshops, relevant product demonstrations and numerous networking opportunities. ARTPRENEUR 2015 is a collaborative effort between AOE Arts Council, Ottawa School of Art, the Shenkman Arts Centre and Wallack s Art Supplies. The Conference Committee is dedicated to ensuring that the content, format and atmosphere of the conference: bring current and relevant business information to artists of all disciplines; be affordable and accessible to all artists; emphasize the importance of the arts in the economy; assist artists in becoming sustainable artists; and encourage youth into choosing a career in the arts. ARTPRENEUR aims to promote entrepreneurship in the creative industries and become Ontario s leading business conference for artists. ARTSOE.CA ARTOTTAWA.CA SHENKMANARTS.CA WALLACKS.COM

5 ARTPRENEUR EXPO HALL FLOORPLAN Back Parking Lot Legend Keynote Panel Registration Workshops Expo Hall Lunch Washrooms Centrum Blvd.

6 SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS Benefits Recognized as a key sponsor on all marketing (print, , online) and media relations (quote for press release). Social media interaction Prominent logo positioning and link on the ARTPRENEUR website Logo/name on all printed materials and website. logo Recognized as a key sponsor at the event (podium mention, stage backdrop and signage) Opportunity to welcome attendees before keynote address. Exclusive sponsor of the keynote address Free full size booth in the Expo Hall, 2 tables A sponsor of the Expo Hall Free half size booth in the Expo Hall, 1 table A sponsor of the Networking Breakfast Corporate rollup banner placed in high traffic location on event floor. Logo/name displayed at the event (registration signage, schedule in delegate bag, stage backdrop, eating area tent cards) Contribute item(s) in the delegate bag. ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA 2015 conference passes Access to the keynote address, Expo Hall, learning sessions, financial pavilion. Sponsor recognition with our thanks (at the podium and main stage backdrop) Conference Presenter $2500+ Gold $2000 Silver $1000 Bronze $500 Friend $250 Media $1500 Logo Logo Logo Logo Name Logo Logo Logo Logo Logo Name Logo 4 Passes 3 Passes 2 Passes 1 Pass 1 Pass Media Passes

7 EXPO HALL AND EXPECTATIONS Exhibitor Rules and Expectations *If you chose to exhibit Set up and take down - Upon arrival exhibitors are to check in with the Expo Hall coordinator. - Set up and take down takes place the day of the event with no exceptions. - Exhibitors can arrive on site at 7:00 a.m. and must be set up by 8:00 a.m. - All exhibitors will be asked to use the North back entrance to access the Shenkman Arts Centre for set up and take down. - Bring in your own cables and power cords. - If you have any cables please ask the Expo Hall Coordinator to have our conference team secure them to the floor with special tape. - Exhibitors are required to stay for the day and have someone at their booth until the close of ARTPRENEUR. - Take down can commence at the close of ARTPRENEUR at 5:00 p.m. to allow any attendees a final opportunity to meet with exhibitors. Free Parking - Exhibitors are asked to unload in the North back entrance located behind the Shenkman Arts Centre and to park and to park in the lot behind the Ruddy Family YMCA. Booth Configuration - Exhibitors are asked to respect the ARTPRENEUR booth configurations and the allocated space they are entitled to without encroaching on neighboring exhibitor space(s). - Please indicate if preferred position and/or side to side booths are required. - Premium paid booth locations will be confirmed by ARTPRENEUR once all key sponsor booths have been assigned. What you can display - We encourage exhibitors to bring plenty of business cards and marketing materials, handouts or publications. - The sale of products and services as they relate in the context of the ARTPRENEUR Conference is permitted. This is not an artist vendors market. - Roll up banners for Expo and Optimal exhibitors are to be displayed as to not encroach on the walking path of the Expo Hall floor or block sight lines of other exhibitors. - ARTPRENEUR reserves the right to ask an exhibitor to remove item(s) from their display if they are found to be inappropriate or out of the context of the ARTPRENEUR Conference. Power Outlet and Wi-Fi Access - The Shenkman Arts Centre has a specific number of power outlets available for conference exhibitor use. The Conference planning team will do our best to accommodate requests on a first come first serve basis and based on exhibitor/sponsor priority. - Power up essential equipment only and keep the spotlights for your next show. - Exhibitors will receive a special Wi-Fi access code for use with one device per exhibitor.

8 Food and Snacks - All exhibitors can attend an early morning Networking Breakfast with attendees and conference speakers. - All exhibitors will have access to a special allday coffee bar with free coffee and tea and light snacks available for sale. - There are water fountains and vending machines at the Shenkman Arts Centre. - An optional lunch can be included with your exhibitor pass for the cost of ($15) - We ask that exhibitors eat at their booths to provide seating capacity for attendees - We encourage exhibitors to bring their own refillable containers/mugs to help keep the conference eco-friendly. Artpreneur Ottawa 2013, Jackpine & Ming Wu

9 SPONSOR CHECK LIST Sponsor Check List: We are here to ensure that your sponsor experience is a good one. This handy check list will keep you on track with what you need to do as a sponsor. Questions or concerns, you can contact Michael Wallack at ext. 314 or by Michael.wallack@wallacks.com pre-conference. Payment due by August 31, 2015 to receive optimal exposure in ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA 2015 marketing campaign. logo (vector EPS preferred or high resolution JPEG file formats in colour, black and white, on transparent background) for promotion to info@artpreneurottawa.com Receive sponsor confirmation from ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA. Use our quick promo tools to tell your network you will be at ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA Interact with ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA on social media. Drop off 300 copies of promotional materials or giveaways for delegate bags by Sept. 30, 2015 to Shenkman Arts Centre guest services counter. Day of the Conference Arrive at 7 a.m. and check in with the Expo Hall coordinator Set up your space (exhibition booth or roll-up banner) by 8 a.m. Participate with attendees on the Pin It Wall Interact with ARTPRENEUR on social media and share pictures. Do what you do best and network. Take down starts at 5 p.m. Help us recycle and return your pass sleeve. After the Conference Complete the ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA online survey. Look for your exclusive renewal discount by to secure your spot for ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA Receive your exhibitor reminder from ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA that confirms your booth location, requirements. Assemble booth materials, equipment and supplies.

10 SPONSORSHIP FORM 2015 ORGANIZATION NAME: MAILING ADDRESS: PRIMARY CONTACT NAME AND TITLE: TEL: SPONSORSHIP LEVEL: CONFERENCE PRESENTER $2,500+ GOLD $2,000 SILVER $1,000 BRONZE $500 FRIEND $200 MEDIA $1500 PAYMENT: ENCLOSED CHEQUE: Included is a cheque for $ Made payable to ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1. Payment is due in full before sponsorship can be confirmed. 2. Sponsorship fulfillment will be prioritized in the order in which contracts and full payments are received. 3. Sponsor fees are non- refundable. 4. Sponsorship benefits are directly dependent on the timing of money received. 5. Sponsorship fulfillment is equivalent to sponsorship level. I have read the Sponsorship Package and agree to the Terms and Conditions and agree to abide by all event regulations as outlined. SIGNED : DATE : LOGO FILES Send to: info@artpreneurottawa.com Vector EPS preferred or high resolution JPEG file formats in colour, black and white, on transparent background. Please return this form and payment by mail Cassandra Olsthoorn Treasurer, ARTPRENEUR OTTAWA c/o AOE Arts Council 245 Centrum Blvd, Suite 260 Ottawa, ON K1E 0A1 T: cassandra@artsoe.ca Thank you for your support! OFFICE USE ONLY Date received : Cheque number: Funds deposited Receipt sent