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Sponsorship Opportunities for 2017 FMI Future Leaders Close to 600 of the food retailing industry s strongest emerging leaders will gather for FMI Future

them. The new Future Leaders experience will give the industry leaders of tomorrow an innovative vehicle to interact with each other in ways that reflect the

This exciting learning-laboratory approach will allow participants to work together as teams, providing an experience that gives each of them new

1 Sponsorship Opportunities for 2017 FMI Future Leaders Close to 600 of the food retailing industry s strongest emerging leaders will gather for FMI Future Leaders June 11-13, 2017 in Chicago, offering you the best opportunity this year to introduce the value of your brand and create an immediate connection with them. The new Future Leaders experience will give the industry leaders of tomorrow an innovative vehicle to interact with each other in ways that reflect the workplace of the future. This exciting learning-laboratory approach will allow participants to work together as teams, providing an experience that gives each of them new perspectives on what will be required of leaders in the 21st century. Sponsorship opportunities are offered on a tiered system with multiple customized selections, providing you with optimal exposure and branding. Begin connecting now with the food retailing industry s leaders of the future! X PERIENCE

The Experience Level Sponsorship: $25,000 (4 Opportunities Available) Future Leaders will give participants hands-on experiences to develop their leadership and management skills.

2 The Experience Level Sponsorship: $25,000 (4 Opportunities Available) Future Leaders will give participants hands-on experiences to develop their leadership and management skills. You can help facilitate those experiences while, as a top-tier sponsor, your company receives the highest level of exposure possible. Distinguish your brand from others as an Experience Level sponsor of FMI Future Leaders As one of four top-tier sponsors, you can choose one of the five exclusive opportunities listed below to introduce your brand to the industry s emerging leaders. Opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so act now! EXPERIENCE LEVEL BENEFITS Recognition as a top-tier sponsor on marketing s and materials, event site and event app Recognition as a top-tier sponsor in event app push notifications during and after the event The opportunity to extend engagement with participants with one 60-minute post-event webinar on a topic of your choice. FMI will promote the webinar through its various media channels Recognition on signage as sole sponsor of the selected exclusive item EXCLUSIVE OPPORTUNITIES Each Experience Level sponsor can choose one item, on a first-come, first-served basis 1. Opening Night Social Event at Lucky Strike 2. Store Manager Awards 3. FMI Future Leaders Tech-Bar 4. Tell Your Story Area 5. Professional Head Shots Area Access to electronic pre- and post-event attendee list with full attendee details, including addresses Five complimentary event registrations (valued at $1,295 each) Invitation to join the Future Leaders Planning Committee and contribute to shaping the program 2

Pick one to customize your Experience Level Sponsorship 1.

ng the first to introduce yourself to the attendees as the exclusive sponsor of the opening night social event at Lucky Strike from

, Sunday, June 11 The Sunday celebration will be a fun-filled night of bowling, food, games and socializing Up to five representatives from your team can greet attendees as they enter and exit the

3 Pick one to customize your Experience Level Sponsorship 1. OPENING NIGHT SOCIAL EVENT AT LUCKY STRIKE Be among the first to introduce yourself to the attendees as the exclusive sponsor of the opening night social event at Lucky Strike from 6 to 8 p.m., Sunday, June 11 The Sunday celebration will be a fun-filled night of bowling, food, games and socializing Up to five representatives from your team can greet attendees as they enter and exit the event Recognition as the Exclusive Opening Night Event sponsor on signage, flat screens and branded cocktail napkins Photo booth with instant photos branded with your company logo to be shared on social media 2. STORE MANAGER AWARDS Note: 2016 sponsor has first-right of refusal until February 17, 2017 Introduce your brand to the standouts in the industry as the exclusive sponsor of the FMI Store Manager Awards, a much-deserved recognition of the exceptional store managers who are out there, day in and day out, spurring sales growth, providing great customer service and playing an integral role in their communities. Be the exclusive Store Manager Awards sponsor and showcase your commitment to the industry. Recognition as an exclusive sponsor on the Store Manager Awards website, marketing s, promotional materials onsite and awards video 3-minute introduction or video during the program 3

Experience Level Sponsorship 3. FMI FUTURE LEADERS TECH BAR Communicate your support for the industry s tools of tomorrow as an exclusive sponsor of the FMI Future Leaders Tech Bar.

4 Experience Level Sponsorship 3. FMI FUTURE LEADERS TECH BAR Communicate your support for the industry s tools of tomorrow as an exclusive sponsor of the FMI Future Leaders Tech Bar. On hand at the Tech Bar will be go-to experts who have their fingers on the pulse of emerging technologies with the latest solutions for productivity, travel and other interests. At any time, attendees will be able to ask the experts their specific questions or book one-onone appointments to discuss emerging technology solutions; practical, real-time application of best practices; and how-to s on everything from creating a Twitter handle to managing a paperless work environment. Logo recognition on flat-screen monitors and interactive walls within the Tech Bar area Display of products or marketing materials in designated areas within the Tech Bar FMI-supplied staffing of the Tech Bar in an area built with your customized branding The opportunity for your team to weigh in on the technology that is part of the Tech Bar and interact with attendees 4. PROFESSIONAL HEAD SHOTS AREA Engage with Future Leaders attendees and share your company s message as they participate in the unique Professional Headshot Area. Attendees will enter the area, have the option of applying makeup, have their digital photo taken, and choose their preferred headshot. Up to five of your registered company representatives to host the area 5. TELL YOUR STORY AREA As the exclusive sponsor of the Tell Your Story Area, your brand will be present throughout FMI Future Leaders at the one-stop hub for interviews with attendees, speakers and Store Manager Award winners/finalists; live social media coverage; and attendee engagement. Recognition on step & repeat banner and on-site signage Company logo placement in video interviews to be played on the event website and FMI s YouTube Channel Logo placement on two of the four sides of the interview microphone (remaining two sides to be branded with the FMI Future Leaders logo) FMI-provided video production equipment and crew to capture interviews Display or distribution of company literature Company branding on signage and promotional materials in the designated area Distribution of company literature to participating attendees Recognition on FMI Future Leaders promotional s and website 4

The Relationship Level Sponsorship: $10,000 (10 Opportunities Available) Future Leaders will give participants the opportunity to connect with peers and establish relationships that can last

5 The Relationship Level Sponsorship: $10,000 (10 Opportunities Available) Future Leaders will give participants the opportunity to connect with peers and establish relationships that can last throughout their careers. Help them begin to establish those connections as a Relationship Level sponsor. Along with the following general benefits, choose one of the 10 exclusive opportunities listed below to introduce your brand to the industry s emerging leaders. Opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. GENERAL BENEFITS Recognition as a Relationship Level sponsor on the event website Recognition as a Relationship Level sponsor on mobile app, signage and select marketing materials Two complimentary event registrations (valued at $1,295 each) Pre-and-post event electronic attendee list Recognition in event app push notifications when opportunity is being promoted to attendees OPPORTUNITIES 1. Attendee Workbook 2. Future Leaders Social Media Wall 3. WiFi 4. Event Mobile App 5. Hotel Key Cards 6. Charging Station 7. Lanyards 8. Lunch 9. Registration Area 10. Eight Networking Breaks 5

6 Relationship Level Sponsorship 3. WIFI Associate your brand with this vital attendee resource: Internet access available in general areas of the event property. Branded splash page Recognition on onsite signage Customized password 1. ATTENDEE WORKBOOK Draw attention to your brand with the highly-used attendee notebook that includes space for notes, printed exercises, action plans and lists on how attendees can implement and/or share what they learn back at the office or store. Full-color, full-page 8 ½ x 5 ¾ hard-cover ad placed on the back page of the attendee notebook Black and white, full-page 8 ½ x 5 ¾ ad also available 2. FUTURE LEADERS SOCIAL WALL Get attendees engaged! The FMI Future Leaders social media wall will showcase in real time the shared posts from attendees collected through various social media channels. Logo recognition on screen 4. EVENT MOBILE APP Make your company s branding one of the first attendees view with the official FMI Future Leaders event app that will provide promotional posts, advertising, push notifications and much more! Attendees will have all the event education, agenda and sponsorship information at their fingertips. Recognition in one promotional encouraging attendees to download the event app Recognition on banner advertisement placed on the app s dashboard page Recognition on onsite signage 5. HOTEL KEY CARDS Ensure that your company is top of mind at the beginning and end of each day at FMI Future Leaders. Hotel key cards carrying your company s branding will be distributed to all attendees at the Hyatt Regency McCormick Place. Company logo and recognition on key cards 6

7 Relationship Level Sponsorship 6. CHARGING STATION An ideal way to enhance your brand and image in a high-traffic area is a custom-branded charging station that almost all attendees will use to charge their phones, tablets and mobile devices throughout the event. Company logo and graphics on sides of the station 8. LUNCH Host Monday s lunch and mix and mingle with attendees for increased engagement. Be the sole greeter as attendees enter and exit the lunch Logo recognition on signage in and near the lunch area The opportunity to serve your products 7. LANYARDS Take advantage of a high-exposure opportunity to have your company s logo on the lanyards that hold every attendee s 2017 FMI Future Leaders Event badge. Logo recognition on lanyard 9. REGISTRATION Have your company s name and logo prominently displayed on signage where every event attendee begins their experience, at the registration counter. Recognition as the sponsor in every attendee s registration confirmation Option: attendees will be able to sample your products as they register and pick up their badges for the event 10. NETWORKING BREAKS Establish a presence for your company outside the education session rooms as the official host of the FMI Future Leaders networking breaks. Provide company literature Encouraged to work with the convention center directly to offer your products during breaks Logo recognition on signage in and near the break(s) 7

The Collaboration Level Sponsorship: $7,500 (5 Opportunities Available) Help create the collaborative atmosphere that will stimulate learning at FMI Future Leaders and establish your company s

8 The Collaboration Level Sponsorship: $7,500 (5 Opportunities Available) Help create the collaborative atmosphere that will stimulate learning at FMI Future Leaders and establish your company s branding with some of the most important event essentials as a Collaboration Level sponsor. Along with the following general benefits, choose one of the five exclusive opportunities listed below to introduce your brand to the industry s emerging leaders. Opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. GENERAL BENEFITS Recognition as a Collaboration Level sponsor on the event website One complimentary event registration (valued at $1,295) Logo recognition on onsite signage and event mobile app Pre-event electronic attendee list OPPORTUNITIES 1. Monday Breakfast 2. Tuesday Breakfast 3. Ice Cream Bar 4. Water Bottles 5. Directional Foot Decals 1. MONDAY AND 2. TUESDAY BREAKFASTS Greet attendees at the door and welcome them to breakfast on either Monday or Tuesday morning. Receive recognition on the onsite signage and event website. At your expense, you can provide table decorations or giveaways for the breakfast tables. 3. ICE CREAM BAR Help attendees beat the searing Chicago summer heat with a refreshing free attendee treat. Be recognized as the exclusive sponsor with company branding on coolers filled with ice cream outside the education session rooms. Company logo on coolers 4. WATER BOTTLES Make sure attendees remember your company s branding with this thirst-quenching onsite opportunity. Your company name and/or logo will be exclusively featured on a sports water bottle that each attendee will receive when they pick up their badge at the event. Company logo and recognition on water bottle Water bottle details: 22-ounce polycarbonate sports bottle made of shatter-resistant material, pop-up drinking spout on lid and attached spout cover. Approx. dimensions: 2.75 x 9.5, decorating area: 1.5 x 1.5 H 5. DIRECTIONAL FOOT DECALS Build your brand awareness while you help attendees find their way. Placed in high-traffic areas throughout the property, your company s logo will have increased visibility every one of the event s three days. Logo recognition on each foot decal, located throughout the event property 8

9 2016 FMI Future Leaders OVERALL EVENT ATTENDANCE 2016 Supplier/Manufacturer/ Service Provider: % Non-Member: 39 6% Retailer/Wholesaler: % GROUP COMMITMENTS Retailer/Wholesaler Ahold 9 Alex Lee/Lowes Food, LLC 15 Associated Wholesale Grocers/Fricks Market 23 Aurora Compared Food 11 Big Y 7 Bristol Farms 7 Foodstuffs South Island Limited Giant Eagle 13 Hays Supermarket 10 H-E-B 22 Lund Food Holdings, Inc. 16 Meijer, Inc. 21 Publix Super Markets, Inc. ShopRite of Hunterdon 13 SpartanNash 18 The Kroger Co. Wakefern Weis Market 10 Comercial Nutresa Manufacturers, Suppliers, Service Providers Acosta Campbell Soup Catalina PepsiCo The Coca-Cola Company SAMPLE ATTENDEE TITLES Business Manager Category Manager Chief Operations Officer Director of Operations District Manager Executive Director Human Resources Director Manager Perishables Assistant Store Manager President & CEO Store Director VP Merchandising 9

10 X PERIENCE 2017 Sponsorship Contract n YES, we will be a sponsor of FMI Future Leaders COMPANY INFORMATION COMPANY (As you wish it to appear in promotional material) BUSINESS ADDRESS COMPANY PHONE COMPANY CONTACTS PRIMARY CONTACT PHONE ALTERNATIVE CONTACT PHONE CITY/STATE/ZIP COMPANY WEBSITE ITEM SELECTION Please indicate which sponsorship(s) you would like to sponsor: Level Item Price Signature on form signifies that the company representative is an authorized company representative and has read and agrees to the Terms and Conditions. SIGNATURE Credit Card Payment Information DATE l Visa l Mastercard l Discover l American Express CREDIT CARD NUMBER CARDHOLDER S NAME (AS PRINTED ON CARD) EXPIRATION DATE (MM/YYYY) CVV CODE l I authorize FMI to use the above credit card to charge appplicable sponsorship fees and I agree to the 3.2% fee that will be added to the grand total for using a credit card. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE Terms and Conditions Sponsor agrees to pay full payment of the total sponsorship amount within thirty (30) days after submitting the Sponsorship Contract. Sponsorship benefits go into effect upon receipt of the signed contract and full payment. The cost of the individual sponsorship opportunities cannot be shared or split between companies. Should a sponsor elect to cancel their confirmed sponsorship, the sponsor is not entitled to a refund of monies paid to FMI. Cancellation deadline: April 14, No sponsorship monies will be refunded: 1) In the event of a conference cancellation; 2) Unavailability of a particular sponsorship opportunity due to results of the lottery; 3) If not all allocated sponsorship item selection dollars aren t sent; and 4) Cancellations made by speakers or entertainment of sponsored events There will be no competitive company or category lockouts on any event. Each sponsor agrees to submit their company logo to FMI at the time of the commitment. Preferred file format is 3 X 3 EPS and high-res JPEG file. Logos can only contain one company name. If a new logo is submitted to FMI after the original one is received, FMI will try to update all conference materials moving forward but it is not guaranteed. Sponsorship deadline is May 19, 2017 INSTRUCTIONS Please the completed contract to: Peter Collins pcollins@fmi.org (p) OR Please send check payment and a copy of the contract to: Food Marketing Institute 2345 Crystal Drive, Suite 800 Arlington, VA

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