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1 Sponsorship and ExhibitOR Prospectus No travel expenses. No lines. No out-of-office downtime. It s 100% online and interactive. itvirtualizationlive.com Connect with Hard-to-Reach Business and IT Professional Decision-Makers: Don t miss this opportunity to generate qualified sales leads, brand your virtualization products and solutions, and develop new relationships. Go Virtual! Produced by Connect with 750+ IT Decision Makers Without Leaving Your Office!

2 Education Government/ Military 8% Computer/ IT Services Company Type* 31% 18% 1% Other 12% 30% Services Industrial/ Manufacturing Backed by the industry s leading publication, Review, IT Live 2009 will bring together forward thinking IT decision makers who are looking for virtualization products and solutions from today s leading technology suppliers. Though the event will be online, exhibit halls, chat rooms, lounges, and incentives will be leveraged to connect attendees with sponsors and exhibitors. The event will feature exceptional content, engaging speakers and action-oriented attendees seeking new ideas, partnerships and networking opportunities all from the convenience of their computers. IT Management Executive Management Job Function 32% 21% 1% Other 10% Senior Systems Administrator 23% Systems Administrator 9% Network Administrator 4% IT/Business Consultant Focusing on planning, management, and best practices, the program will feature a mix of live web sessions, research and trend information. Registered, pre-qualified participants will join in on part, or all, of the real-time virtual conference on Tuesday, September 15, 11:00 am 5:00 pm EST with unlimited access to the archived conference, which will be available for three months. 10,000 or more 46% Company Size 15% 3% Under % 2% 2% Source: Review magazine reader demographics 5,000 9,999 1,000 4,999 Why Virtual Conferences? Virtual conferences are fast becoming the distance learning medium of choice for today s busy Business and IT professionals. Attendees will participate in this virtual conference for many of the same reasons as they go to traditional in-person conferences: To learn the benefits, challenges and opportunities of deploying virtualization technologies. Virtual events supplement face-to-face conference experiences and are highly attractive because they can be accessed at the participant s convenience, saving time and travel costs. They also foster deep networking relationships, as both attendees and sponsors can find one another based on specific areas of interest or expertise through profile information that attendees share about themselves. Over 3.8 Million Impressions Drive Qualified Buyers to IT Live 2009 IT Live is being promoted to a large qualified audience of Business and IT Professional decision-makers through a comprehensive integrated campaign that includes more than 3,800,000 impressions online, in print, and through partnerships. 2

3 Server Storage/ Disaster Recovery Desktop Application Involvement in PC Software Development Security (VIRTSEC) Other 5% 20% 26% Servers 1 to 9 12% 34% 10 to 49 19% 23% 50 to % 52% 51% 49% 46% 500 or more 250 to % Customized Event Experience Ensures Attendees Have Time to Visit Your Virtual Booth IT Live provides sponsors and exhibitors with a powerful platform to reach our highly targeted community of Business and IT professionals looking to develop their IT virtualization strategy in an efficient, cost-effective, turnkey program. Your prospects can participate for free from the convenience of their computer at a time that is best for them during the live virtual conference OR on-demand through the archived conference link allowing them the time and flexibility to visit sessions and the Exhibit Hall when it is most convenient for them. Reap the Rewards of Exhibiting at an Event Without the Added Travel Expense: Generate qualified leads via access to comprehensive data you can view in real-time. Rank leads by criteria you choose based on the activity within your booth or within the event or even by demographics and other attendee profile information. Meet and foster relationships with attendees in the virtual networking lounge. Immediately communicate with prospects using the conference s instant messaging capability. Strengthen your product s brand when you leverage extensive marketing and promotional opportunities for this virtual event. Demonstrate your products and services to a targeted qualified audience of Business and IT professional buyers and influencers. Post key product and service information attendees can review, download and share. Answer questions from interested prospects anytime during the realtime conference and even afterwards via notifications. Extend product visibility beyond the live-event day when the virtual conference is made available ondemand for an additional three months. About the IT Live Platform Technology Partner 1105 Media is proud to partner with InXpo, the leading provider of privately-branded virtual events, including virtual trade shows, virtual career fairs and virtual corporate events, as well as audio and video Webcasts. About 1105 Media Inc Media Inc. is a leading provider of integrated information and media in targeted business-to-business markets s offerings span print and online magazines, journals and newsletters; seminars, conferences and trade shows; training courseware; and Web-based services. 3

4 58% Server Systems in Use 10% 16% 56% 66% 36% 20% 29% Windows NT/2000 (server) Windows 2003 (server) Windows 2008 (client) Linux UNIX Solaris Mac OS Mainframe Actionable Sales Leads For Sponsors & Exhibitors A key benefit to sponsoring IT Live is the ability to develop your business with qualified sales leads. Sponsors will have access to extensive data for the leads you generate all in a downloadable, easy-to-use format: Full contact information, including name, title, contact information and purchase intent. Complete record of your live chat or ed conversations with prospects. Ability to track the activity and interest areas of prospects that visited your booth. Real-time access to your new sales leads. 4

5 Sponsor and Exhibitor Packages As a sponsor or exhibitor, your company will receive an easy-to-customize virtual tradeshow booth, the primary vehicle to create an interactive, memorable brand experience with participants. Each virtual booth features the ability to display prominent branding billboards, flash presentations, product demos, product/service content, video messages from company experts, live chat rooms and podcasts literally any mix of content your company wants to present to virtual conference attendees to enhance their knowledge of your company and experience with your products. Choose the program level below that works best for your company and budget. Features Platinum (3) Gold (6) Silver (unlimited) Cost $15,000 $8,000 $3,000 Leads Webcast Session in Conference Schedule All Registered Attendees (min. 750) Present one live session (45 minutes + Q&A) + Host one 60 minute in our on-demand section * Host one 60 minute session in our ondemand section * Booth Logo on Main Floor Center Prime Location X Dedicated to Registered Attendees Promotion to All Registered Attendees X X Logo on Event Home Page X X Logo in Attendee Registration Confirmation X X JumboTron Ad on Show Floor Banner Ads During the Tradeshow X X Banner Ads in Lounge, Auditorium and Resource Center White Paper Insert in Briefcase X X Logo in Attendee Marketing Promotions X X Lead Delivery for 3 Months After Show X X X Content Tabs in Booth Live Interaction with Participants via Chat and X X X X X X Post-Show Lead Report X X X Unlimited Show Passes X X X Exhibit Listing in Directory X X X Prize Giveaway Promotion X X X Utilization of Co-Op Promotions X X X Unlimited Booth Staff X X X Product Demo Within Booth X X X * Sessions posted in the on-demand section to be provided by the sponsor. 5

6 Exhibit Space/Sponsorship Application and Agreement IT Live 2009 Virtual Conference and Expo September 15, 2009 This application, signed and executed on the date below, is hereby submitted for Exhibit Space / Sponsorships at IT Live Virtual Conference 2009 online event on September 15, PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY: Company/Division Participant Name for Event Guide: Address: M/S or Suite #: City: State: Zip/Postal Code: Country: Telephone: Fax: Primary Contact/Title: Tel/Fax: Alternate Contact/Title: Tel/Fax: Accounting Contact/Title: Participant P.O.#: Platinum Sponsorship Gold Sponsorship Silver Sponsorship Booth # Total Booth / Sponsor Payment Terms: The total fee is calculated based on Participant s selections above. The first 50% of the total fee is due immediately upon receipt of invoice. The remaining 50% is due 30 days (1 month) prior to the event (for a cumulative payment of 100%). Contracts submitted after August 15, 2009 must include full payment. Agreement is non-transferable, and all fees are non-refundable. Cancellation by Participant after this Application is submitted will result in collection of the Total Fee. Failure of Participant to comply with any payment term will result in the collection of any fees due. Make checks payable to 1105 Media Inc. Federal I.D. Number: and mail, along with a copy of this Agreement to: 1105 Media, Inc. IT Live Virtual Conference 9121 Oakdale Avenue, Suite 101, Chatsworth, CA Please fax completed form to (818) If you prefer to pay by credit card: I hereby authorize 1105 Media, Inc. to charge my account for payment according to the terms outlined in my card issuer s agreement. A 3% processing fee will be added to all credit card purchases. Visa MasterCard AMEX Diners Club Discover Name on Card: Credit Card No: Expiration Date: Amount Charged Card $: Signature: If Organizer accepts this Application, it will countersign the Application, and the Agreement will be binding as of the date of the Application. I have read and agree to the Agreement, and Participant will pay the Total Fee. I am authorized to execute this Agreement for Participant. Authorized Signature: Name (printed): Title: Date: FOR CONFERENCE ORGANIZER S USE ONLY: Accepted by Organizer: Date: Space # Assigned (tentative): Total Fee: US$ Name of Salesperson: Territory: PLEASETURN OVER TO READ TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND INITIAL

7 IT Live Virtual Conference - Terms and Conditions of Participation in Event This Participant Agreement (the Agreement ) is made this day, by and between ORGANIZER (the Show Host ) and Yourself (the Participant or you ). You desire to participate in the ORGANIZER s Online Show, IT Live Virtual Conference and Expo 2009, beginning September 15, 2009 and ending December 15, 2009 (the Online Show ) and to establish a virtual tradeshow booth (a Booth ) in the Online Show. This Agreement sets forth the terms and conditions of your participation as a Participant in the Online Show and the establishment of a Booth and the respective rights and obligations of you, Show Host and InXpo, Inc, the service provider to the Online Show ( Service Provider ). 1. Booth License. You are hereby granted the right to establish a Booth and participate in the Online Show for the duration of the Online Show. Show Host and Service Provider shall render the Booth established by you in accordance with this Agreement accessible to all participants during the Online Show. 2. Booth Set Up and Features. Prior to the commencement of the Online Show, you will have submitted to Show Host all content for inclusion in the Booth in one or more of the following methods; via and or via fax at (818) , in the form of weblinks, text, graphics, and logos. Participant (and its licensors, where applicable) owns or controls and retains all right, title and interest in and to the content contained in the Booth. 3. Fees. In consideration for establishing a Booth for the Online Show, you agree to pay your applicable non-refundable (except as provided herein) fee. Show Host shall have the right to remove your Booth from the Online Show if you fail to pay your applicable Fee in full prior to the commencement date of the Online Show. 4. Booth Rights and Restrictions. Participant is responsible for obtaining all necessary licenses and permits to use any copyrighted material, including written, photographs, or video images displayed in the Booth. Participant shall not be permitted to place copyrighted material in the Booth unless Participant has the necessary licenses to use the copyrighted material. Participant is responsible for ensuring that no libelous, obscene, or offensive material is included in the Booth and there are no links to online gaming sites from the Booth. Show Host and Service Provider reserve the right to remove any and all such material it considers to have breached these rules and, if Participant s Booth contains materials in violation of this paragraph, to remove Participant s Booth without compensation or refund and without notifying Participant at or prior to the time of removal. However, upon such removal Show Host and Service Provider shall notify Participant of such removal, and the reason for such removal. Participant agrees to protect, indemnify, and hold harmless Show Host and Service Provider, and their respective officers, directors, members, agents and employees from any and all liability, loss, damage or expense resulting from Participant s content, graphics and use of the Booth, including claims of infringement. Unless the Booth contains content or is linked to content prohibited under this paragraph 4, neither Show Host nor Service Provider will make any change to, or addition to or deletion of any content included in the Booth without the prior consent of Participant. Show Host or Service Provider may change, suspend or discontinue all or any features and technical aspects of the Booth at any time without prior notice or liability. 5. License to Display Booth Content. Participant grants Show Host the royalty free, irrevocable, perpetual, non-exclusive, unrestricted, worldwide license to publicly display, transmit, use and copy the communications, content and images that you post or upload into your Booth in connection with the Online Show, including for purpose of advertising, marketing and promoting the Online Show and future online shows, and including using such content and images in printed material. 6. Termination of Online Show. Show Host reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel or terminate the Online Show at any time for any reason without prior notice or liability; provided, however, if Show Host cancels or terminates an Online Show, Show Host shall refund to you the fees paid by you. 7. DISCLAIMER OFWARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. SHOW HOST, SERVICE PROVIDER AND THEIR RESPECTIVE AGENTS DISCLAIM ANYWARRANTYTHATTHE BOOTH WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE. THE ONLINE SHOW, ALL CONTENT PROVIDED BY SHOW HOST OR SERVICE PROVIDER, AND THE SERVICES HEREUNDER ARE PROVIDED TO YOU STRICTLY ON AN AS IS BASIS, AND ALL CONDITIONS, REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OFTITLE OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OFTHIRD PARTY RIGHTS ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAWBY SHOW HOST, SERVICE PROVIDER AND ITS AGENTS. NEITHER SHOW HOST NOR SERVICE PROVIDER WARRANTS THAT ANY FILES THAT MAY BE DOWNLOADED THROUGH THE WEBSITE WILL BE FREE OFVIRUSES OR OTHER CONTAMINATING OR DESTRUCTIVE FEATURES. PARTICIPANT EXPRESSLY AGREES THATTHE ENTIRE RISK AS TO THE QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE OFTHE BOOTH AND THE ONLINE SHOW AS A WHOLE AND THE ACCURACY OR COMPLETENESS OFTHE CONTENT IS ASSUMED SOLELY BY PARTICIPANT. NEITHER SHOW HOST, SERVICE PROVIDER NOR ANY OFTHEIR RESPECTIVE AGENTS SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OFTHE USE OF OR INABILITYTO USE THE BOOTH, EVEN IF SUCH PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OFTHE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. 8. Miscellaneous. This Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof, and supersedes all previous written or oral agreements between the parties with respect to such subject matter. If any inconsistency exists between the terms of this Agreement and any additional terms and conditions posted on the website for the Online Show, such terms shall be interpreted as to eliminate any inconsistency, if possible, and otherwise, the additional terms and conditions shall control. This Agreement may not be amended except in writing signed by both parties and no waiver by either party shall be deemed a waiver of any preceding or subsequent breach or default. Participant Initials: