Leading the Conversation on Qualitative

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1 2017 QRCA ANNUAL CONFERENCE THE POWER OF PERSPECTIVE Sponsor & Exhibitor OPPORTUNITIES January 18-20, 2017 JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE Los Angeles, California Leading the Conversation on Qualitative

2 The Power of Perspective QRCA s 31st Annual Conference January 18-20, 2017 There is no better venue to reach and engage highly coveted qualitative research professionals! As Sponsors and Exhibitors, you have the unequaled opportunity to reach a captive audience of almost 300 forward-thinking influential qualitative leaders during a 3-day period. They represent various disciplines, organizations and geography and include non-member research buyers from marketers and advertising agencies, as well as QRCA members. They seek resources to maximize the full power of qualitative research by expanding their knowledge and staying at the leading edge. This is the one conference they do not want to miss. As a sponsor and exhibitor at QRCA s 2017 respected event, you will join in conversations on how your services contribute to The Power of Perspective. QRCA s uniquely engaging collaborative spirit and exciting program provide the perfect stage for these conversations. There are numerous promotional opportunities: Four levels of sponsorships ranging from $1,750 to $7,500 Twelve premium sponsorships with valuable added benefits at $7,500 and $6,000 levels Exhibit space for 40 exhibitors at $2,500 each Four prized Demo Connections sessions at $500 each Ads in onsite program brochure ranging from $350 to $2,400 Numerous door prize opportunities RETURNING THIS YEAR Demo Connections: An exciting opportunity that s back for its third appearance for exhibitors looking to maximize their exposure at the QRCA conference. Four 30-minute Demo Connections sessions are available at non-programmed times before traditional exhibiting hours. Only Platinum and Gold Sponsors and Exhibitors are eligible to submit applications for these sought-after opportunities. The QRCA sponsorship committee will choose the four Demo Connections from applications submitted by June 30, The decision process will evaluate responses to the questions below and details on products and services from hyperlinks. Questions are: What is new and different for most QRCA members? How will this service or product improve efficiency of qualitative research professionals? How will your product/service provide greater value for qualitative researchers, including qualitative practitioners and their research buyers? How does your service/product benefit from a live demonstration? There is an additional fee of $500 for these 30 minute Demo Connection sessions that attract the conference attendees most interested in your company. Registration Official registrants are invited to attend all social events, meals, and most educational workshop sessions. The Annual Meeting, Town Hall, Interchanges and Chapter and SIG meetings are for QRCA members only. All attendees at the Conference must have a full registration and badge to enter the Marketplace and workshops. QRCA will request your company representatives names in November. We will send you a form to submit complimentary representative names, purchase space for additional representatives (if needed), and submit representative names for registrations purchased while completing the booth/ sponsorship application form. Exhibitor pre-registration will end on December 12, Exhibit Space Exhibit booths will be located inside the Marketplace (see diagram on back page). Booths will be 8 by 10 feet and will include: 8-foot high background drape, 3-foot high side drape, one draped 6-foot table and two chairs, and a 44-by-7-inch, one-line sign. Again this year exhibit booths come with ONE full registration and the opportunity to purchase a second registration (for $945). Anyone attending the conference MUST register. Exhibitors who sign up to attend the conference after December 12, 2016 will be charged $1,095. We expect exhibit space to sell quickly. As a result, unsold exhibit space held for Platinum/Gold level sponsors will be released for sale on August 19, Advertising Advertisements for the onsite brochure are due by Monday, November 28, All ads are full color. AD COSTS AND SIZES Inside back cover (8.5 w x 11 h) $1,800 Back cover (8.5 w x 11 h) $2,400 Full page (8.5 w x 11 h) $1,000 Half page (8.5 w x 5.5 h) $700 Quarter page (4.25 w x 5.5 h) $550 Business card (3.25 w x 2 h) $350 All advertisements must be approved by QRCA prior to printing. Please submit high resolution (300 dpi or higher) PDF files to Nicki at nickib@qrca.org by Monday, November 28. Sponsor Discounts for QRCA Members As a Sponsor and Exhibitor at the 2017 QRCA Annual Conference, you receive added exposure and business opportunities by offering discounts for your products/services on QRCA s members only section of the QRCA website at no additional cost. Your company s offer will be listed through By signing today, you will gain up to an extra six months of exposure with motivating incentives. Don t wait!

3 Sponsorship Levels *After December 12, 2016, registration costs $1,095 per additional registrant. PLATINUM $7,500 BRONZE $1,750 EXHIBITOR $2,500 Conference marketing brochure Preference on booth location Sponsor level distinction on name badge Sponsor level distinction on booth Participation in Scavenger Hunt Eligible for Demo Connections (+$500) Full-page color ad ($1,000 value) One tote bag insert 2 sets of mailing labels OR one blast Registration for 2 ($1,890 value) Can purchase up to 2 (add l) registrations ($945 or $1,890*) First right of refusal GOLD $6,000 Conference marketing brochure Preference on booth location Sponsor level distinction on name badge Sponsor level distinction on booth Participation in Scavenger Hunt Eligible for Demo Connections (+$500) Half-page color ad ($700 value) 2 sets of mailing labels OR one blast Registration for 2 ($1,890 value) Can purchase up to 2 (add l) registrations ($945 or $1,890*) First right of refusal SILVER $3,000 Company info in high traffic area Business card ad ($350 value) One set of mailing labels Registration for one ($945 value) Company info in high traffic area Business card ad ($350 value) Acknowledgement in QRCA VIEWS Acknowledgement in QRCA Connections Eligible for Member Discount Program Platinum and Gold sponsors have the option of being tied to the event as available: Exclusive Platinum Level Options Mobile App and Web Portal: Banner ad on the mobile app, including links to company website and company banner on the conference material web portal, where attendees can download speaker presentations. Tote Bag: Includes company name/ logo on Conference tote bag. Hotel Guest Room Key: Includes company logo on Conference attendee room keys. Lanyard: Includes company name on all Conference attendee name badge lanyards. Exclusive Gold Level Options First-Timers Event: Includes signage and opportunity to provide welcome at Conference First Timer event (option to provide First Timer gift). Workshop Pens: Sponsor provides company branded pens which will be provided in all workshop sessions. Registration: Sponsorship and signage at registration throughout Conference. Workshop Notepads: Sponsor provides company-branded notepads which will be provided in all workshop sessions. Eligible for Demo Connections (+$500) Registration for one ($945 value) Eligible for Member Discount Program Wednesday Opening Reception: Signage and optional door prize presentation at the Marketplace cocktail event (sponsor provides door prize). Thursday Dinner Gala: Includes signage and optional door prize presentation at the exciting Thursday night extravaganza (sponsor to provide door prize). Attendee Engagement: Includes company logo on all YouTube videos produced by sponsor for the Conference. These videos will be produced prior to and during the Conference. Keynote Speaker: Includes opportunity to introduce keynote speaker. Breaks and Lunches: Includes signage and event door prize presentation for one of the following four opportunities: Thursday Breaks All Day Thursday Lunch Friday Breaks All Day Friday Lunch Leading the Conversation on Qualitative

4 QRCA Sponsorship Authorization Form We would like to be a Sponsor/Exhibitor for the QRCA Annual Conference in Los Angeles, January 18-20, 2017 with nearly 300 qualitative research professionals in attendance! This form can also be filled out at www. qrca.org. Payment MUST accompany form to guarantee your spot. Please indicate Sponsorship Level or Exhibitor: Platinum $7,500 (booth & full-page ad included) Mobile App and Web Portal Tote Bag Hotel Guest Room Key Wednesday Opening Reception Thursday Dinner Gala Lanyard Attendee Engagement Gold $6,000 (booth & half-page ad included) Registration First-Timers Event Keynote Speaker Workshop Notepads Workshop Pens Thursday/Friday Lunches/Breaks Silver $3,000 (business card ad included) Bronze $1,750 (business card ad included) Exhibitor $2,500 Member Discount Program The opportunity to participate in the year-long Member Discount program by offering QRCA members a discount on your company s services. This will further your company s reach by having information in multiple areas of the website. I want to participate in the Member Discount program by offering members a discount on my company s services. Demo Connections (Platinum, Gold and Exhibitors have the option to apply for a Demo Connection see page 2 for details. If accepted, a $500 fee will be charged at a later date) I am interested in applying for a Demo Connection Attendees and additional registrations: Please check the number of included registrants who plan to attend, as well as the number of additional registrants ($945/person). QRCA will send you a form requesting your company representatives names in November. Platinum and Gold Sponsors Included Included Silver Sponsors Included Bronze Sponsors Exhibit Booths Included *After December 12, 2016, registration costs $1,095 per additional registrant QRCA requests a high-resolution logo from all Platinum, Gold and Silver sponsors be sent to bridgetf@ewald.com. I am interested in providing door prize(s) I am interested in providing food/drink at Marketplace Grand Opening Into which business category do you best fit? Business Tools Research Product Tools Client Management Tools Outside of the Box/New Tools Booth Preferences (Refer to back page for booth choice numbers) 1st Choice 2nd Choice 3rd Choice Advertisements (if not included in sponsorships see page 2 for ad specs) Back Cover $2,400 Inside Back Cover $1,800 Full Page $1,000 Half Page $700 Quarter Page $550 Business Card $350 Upgrade* $300 *Gold sponsors may upgrade to a full page ad Contact Information Name Company Address Country City State Postal Code Phone of contact coordinating exhibiting-sponsoring logistics (if different than above) All listings should read (fill in facility/company name as desired): Payment (must accompany application to guarantee sponsorship) Grand Total: Check (payable to QRCA) Visa Mastercard American Express Printed Name (as it appears on card) Phone Card Number Exp Date Sec. Code Authorized Signature Complete this form online at or mail/fax to the QRCA office at: 1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 252 St. Paul, MN U.S.A. Phone: or Fax: Questions? Contact Julie at juliec@qrca.org or Cancellation Policy: All Sponsor/Exhibitor cancellations received by September 12, 2016 will receive a full refund; cancellations received between September 13, 2016 and October 13, 2016 will receive a 50% refund; cancellations received after October 13, 2016 will not receive a refund. initials date CK/CC amt. paid bal. due (For office use only) fin.

5 1000 Westgate Drive, Suite 252 St. Paul, Minnesota U.S.A. Phone: or toll free Fax: QRCA Marketplace: The HUB of the Activity JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE