UTCTelecom &Technology 2016 colorado convention center, denver, co may 3-6, 2016 exhibit & sponsor prospectus www.utctelecom.org
2016 sponsorship opportunities premier sponsor $40,000 (exclusive) Premier Event Sponsor receives top billing on all conference promotions and materials, in print and online Priority booth selection for all UTC-managed events if sponsorship is confirmed before the start of the exhibit selection process Company representative provides opening remarks at General Session Invitation to President s Reception Logo in top position on www.utctelecom.org, promotional materials, onsite Logo on aisle sign where your exhibit booth is located Logo on UTC Registration Header Meter board promoting Premier sponsorship in the onsite registration area Complimentary room during the convention for a user group meeting, subject to certain limitations. Time and date to be coordinated with UTC. Full-page editorial ad and full-page 4-color ad in the UTC Journal Annual Association issue Opportunity to include two (2) printed pieces or promotional items in the Banner ad in twelve issues of UTC Industry Intelligence weekly e-newsletter Three (3) Super Pass (full conference) registrations Pre- and post-show attendee lists Host a UTC webinar platinum sponsor $30,000 (non-exclusive) Second position on all conference promotions and materials, in print and online Second-priority booth selection for all UTC-managed events if sponsorship is confirmed before the start of the exhibit selection process Preferential opportunities to present Invitation to President s Reception Logo in second position on www.utctelecom.org, promotional materials, onsite Logo on aisle sign where your exhibit booth is located Meter board promoting your Platinum sponsorship at the event Complimentary room during the convention for a user group meeting, subject to certain limitations. Time and date to be coordinated with UTC. Full-page editorial ad and full-page, 4-color ad in the UTC Journal Annual Association Issue Banner ad in six issues of UTC Industry Intelligence weekly e-newsletter Two (2) Super Pass (full conference) registrations Pre- and post-show attendee lists Host a UTC webinar gold sponsor $10,000 - $20,000 Invitation to President s Reception Logo in third position on www.utctelecom.org, promotional materials, onsite Logo on aisle sign where your exhibit booth is located Half-page 4-color ad in UTC Journal, upgradable to full page at half-page standard rate Banner ad in four issues of UTC Industry Intelligence weekly e-newsletter One (1) Super Pass (full conference) registration Pre- and post-show attendee lists silver sponsor $5,000 - $9,999 Logo in fourth position on www.utctelecom.org, promotional materials, onsite Half-page 4-color ad in UTC Journal, upgradable to full page at half-page standard rate Banner ad in two issues of UTC Industry Intelligence weekly e-newsletter Post-show attendee lists bronze sponsor $3,500 - $4,900 Logo in fifth position on www.utctelecom.org, promotional materials, onsite Half-page 4-color ad in UTC Journal, upgradable to full page at half-page standard rate Post-show attendee lists custom request Feeling creative? Have a sponsorship idea that isn t listed in our materials, but would increase your visibility? UTC is committed to providing you with the support you need for success. Please contact cheryl.stratos@utc.org to discuss your sponsorship ideas.
individual event sponsorships gold level options track sponsor $20,000 each (each track is an exclusive sponsorship) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, conference track sponsors will be associated with the high quality education program that has come to define the UTC conference. Track sponsors will have their logos displayed wherever these sessions are listed: on the website, in the UTC Journal, in the Program Guide and Exhibitor Directory, and on the signage at the conference. Track sponsors will be offered an opportunity to introduce all sessions in track sponsored and leave brochure handouts in the education rooms. This sponsorship does not include workshops or summits. opening general session (day 1) $20,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the opening general session sponsor will join the senior executives of the Council on stage and be invited to introduce the keynote speaker or opening general session panelists during the Opening General Session. general session (day 2) $20,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the General Session sponsor will be invited to the stage to introduce the keynote speaker or general session panelists during the General Session. UTC gala $20,000 (2 available) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, UTC Gala sponsors will ensure some casual one-on-one time with their biggest customers by sponsoring the always popular UTC Gala! As always, UTC s attendees plan for a fun-filled networking event during the Gala. Gala sponsors are provided with extra drink tickets for this event to hand out to customers prior to and during the event as a value-added benefit. UTC awards banquet $20,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the UTC Awards Banquet sponsor will help host an elegant evening associated with rewarding excellence and recognizing extraordinary contributions to the industry and the Council. The UTC Awards Banquet sponsor will be recognized during the event and a designated representative from the organization will be invited to the podium to offer a brief perspective on the evening. The designated representative will also be invited to present the APEX award, the association s highest award. education area wi-fi $15,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the Wi-Fi sponsor s logo will be the first one that attendees see when accessing the Wi-Fi during the educational sessions. This sponsorship comes with a sponsored page for accessing Wi-Fi in the education area of the conference. registration bags $15,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the Registration Bags sponsor will enjoy high visibility as the sponsor s logo will be seen by every show participant as each conference attendee receives a registration bag. Of course, the bag will also been seen by many of the attendees peers and co-workers after the meeting ends. The Registration Bags sponsor s logo, along with the UTC logo, will be displayed on one side of the bag. UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY final program and exhibit guide $10,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the Final Program and Exhibit Guide sponsor will have the attention of every conference attendee as the Guide provides important details about the conference program, exhibit hall, and networking events. In addition to conference session information and schedules, the Guide includes all exhibitor listings and the Expo floor plan. The specifics for prominent ad space will be provided to sponsor. badges and lanyards $10,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the badges and lanyards sponsor s logo will be seen every time an attendee looks at a name badge. Every registered UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY attendee receives a badge holder, and the sponsoring company s logo will be displayed on the lanyard necklace attachment. registration area $10,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the Registration Area sponsor will figure prominently on the kick plates of all the registration desks and the sponsor s logo will serve as the screensaver on registration computers. Talk about a first impression! The registration sponsor s logo will be one of the first that attendees see when entering the conference. event mobile app $10,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the Event Mobile sponsor s logo will figure prominently on the app! The coolness factor of this sponsorship is undeniable and is an advanced, unique, mobile way to directly promote the sponsor s company, products or services. It is also the quickest way to promote your message to the show attendees before, during and after the show. center stage media monitor $10,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Gold level benefits listed above, the Center Stage Social Media Monitor sponsorship enables the sponsor to display the company name and logo across the Center Stage Social Media Monitor which will feature social media feeds, the sponsor s product videos, and special announcements. With digital marketers using social media now more than ever to engage their customers, the Center Stage Social Media Monitor sponsorship is a high profile way to connect with attendees. UTC membership meeting breakfast $10,000 (exclusive) This is a tremendous opportunity for you to be the exclusive sponsor of the UTC breakfast at the Meeting of Members Session. Sponsorship includes verbal recognition from the podium along with logo recognition on www.utctelecom. org, signage and conference materials. Must be a UTC member to sponsor. vip president s reception $15,000 (exclusive) The UTC Board of Directors, select utility delegates, and VIPs are invited to a President s Reception at the request of the UTC President and CEO. Sponsoring this event provides your company an intimate networking experience with these VIPs and signage at the event.
silver level options after gala cigar party $7,500 (exclusive) The UTC After Gala Cigar Party is the stuff of legends! After the UTC Gala, all attendees are invited to extend the night at the UTC Cigar Party. In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, the Cigar Party Sponsor will be recognized for hosting this fun event, and it s a great way to meet and network with many attendees in a casual environment. summit $7,500 (4 available) In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, Summit sponsors are assured an active and informative session attracting attendees with a common purpose. Summits are a deep-dive into hot topic, focused on industry issues and providing exposure to UTC s strategic approach to critical areas. Sponsors are invited to provide input into the creation of the Summit and convey the messaging to prospective attendees. hotel keycard $6,000 (exclusive) In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, the Hotel Keycard sponsor will have the company logo placed on every hotel key for attendees staying at the host hotel. This opportunity makes the sponsor front-and-center, as attendees enter their room over the course of the conference. rocky mountain social $6,000 (4 available) In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, the Rocky Mountain Social sponsorship will guarantee booth traffic! Sponsors will entertain customers and prospects by hosting a Rocky Mountain Social in their booth. A bar will be set up in the sponsor s booth to provide a taste of the Rockies. workshops $5,000 each (3 available) In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, the Workshop sponsor will have an opportunity to participate at one of the workshops. Sponsors are invited to help plan the workshops to assure appropriate speaker placement. Sponsors are also able to place marketing materials on chairs prior to start of workshop. networking lunch $5,000 (exclusive) UTC attendees appreciate a good meal! In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, the Networking Lunch sponsor will be recognized as the sponsor of the exhibit hall lunch through signage and tent cards placed on the dining tables during the lunch. Food stations bearing the sponsor s logo as well as seating areas are placed in strategic locations throughout the hall. dessert or bar at your booth $6,000 (2 available) The way to a person s heart... In addition to the Silver level benefits listed above, this sponsor will be recognized for providing the attendees with treats and drinks during afternoon exhibit hours. Treats and drinks will be served from the sponsors booth or from stations bearing the sponsors logos in a centrally located area. Dessert is open to all attendees on the floor. bronze level options addendum to the final program and exhibit guide $3,500 (exclusive) The Only Thing Constant is Change. In addition to the Bronze level benefits listed above, the Addendum sponsor will gain high visibility as the Addendum to the Final Program and Exhibit Guide outlines all changes made after the printing of the on-site program. Every conference attendee receives a copy of this document at registration so they can be sure to correctly plan their schedule. The sponsor s logo will be prominently displayed at the bottom of every page. networking breakfast $3,500 (2 available) Rise and Shine! In addition to the Bronze level benefits listed above, the breakfast sponsors logos will be associated with the most important meal of the day: breakfast! A delicious continental breakfast is served during each full day of the conference. The sponsors logo appears on signage in the breakfast area. Attendees will be grateful to the sponsors for their morning coffee and great start to their day! UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY 2015 notepads $3,500 (exclusive) To quickly capture essential information, attendees keep a stylish notepad nearby. In addition to the Bronze level benefits listed above, the Notepads sponsor s logo, along with UTC s logo, is imprinted on a notepad that each attendee receives in their registration bag. Notepad sponsors also have the option to include a registration bag insert that highlights the sponsor s marketing message. pens $3,500 (exclusive) Pens are always in short supply during a conference. In addition to the Bronze level benefits listed above, the Pens sponsor is the official pen sponsor of the event. Pens with the sponsor s logo are placed in all registration bags and in all educational sessions. 12th annual past chairmen s charity golf classic All golf sponsors receive the following benefits: Recognition at the UTC Golf Awards Ceremony Prominent signage Verbal recognition at the event premier sponsor $10,000 (exclusive) The premier sponsorship includes the best access to golfers. Specifically, three tournament foursomes, beverage cart sponsorship, and the opportunity to place your company s golf ball on the golf carts. lunch sponsor $5,000 (exclusive) In addition to sponsoring a lunch for all the golfers, this sponsorship includes one tournament foursomes. beverage cart sponsorship $3,500 In addition to sponsoring the beverage cart for all golfers, this sponsorship includes two golfers. breakfast sponsorship $3,500 (exclusive) In addition to sponsoring a breakfast for all the golfers, this sponsorship includes two golfers. contest sponsorship $1,500 In addition to sponsoring a contest on a hole, this sponsorship includes two golfers.
exhibit space Booth Type Associate Members Non Members 10' x 10' Inside Booth $2,800 $3,900 10' x 10' Corner Booth $3,100 $4,200 10' x 20' Booth (2 corners) $6,200 $8,400 10' x 20' Booth (1 corner) $5,900 $8,100 10' x 20' Booth (2 aisles) $5,600 $7,800 Island Booths (20' x 20' or greater) Member: x = total square foot x $31/square ft. = total cost Non Member: x = total square foot x $42/square ft. = total cost preliminary exhibit hall schedule Tuesday, May 3, 2016 8:00 am 5:00 pm: Move-in benefits Pipe and Drape Package 8' draped backwall and 3' side rails One 7" x 44" booth identification sign listing your company name and booth number One Super Pass Registration, a complete pass to all events Three complimentary exhibit booth personnel registrations Two complimentary tickets to the UTC Gala Four complimentary passes to individual educational sessions Early-rate to upgrade exhibit personnel to Super Pass Registrations Unlimited VIP Passes for your customers to gain free admittance to Exhibit Hall (will be provided in electronic format only) Listing in the onsite Exhibitor Directory and on www.utctelecom.org 1 Listing in the UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY 2016 issue of the UTC Journal, the official publication of the Utilities Telecom Council 1 Access to the pre-conference attendee listing two weeks prior to UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY 2016 Complimentary post-conference attendee listing available exclusively to exhibitors and sponsors UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY 2016 Exhibitor Service Manual The guide to smooth planning, installing and dismantling 1 Deadlines apply to this benefit Wednesday, May 4, 2016 8:00 am 1:00 pm: Move-in Wednesday, May 5, 2016 2:15 pm 6:30 pm: Exhibit Hall Open (with Reception) Thursday, May 6, 2016 11:00 am 2:30 pm: Exhibit Hall Open (with Lunch) 2:30 pm 8:00 pm: Move-out onsite exposure opportunities carpet logo $5,000 The first impression is a lasting one. Your company s logo is embedded into the EXPO floor carpeting at the entrance of the hall. ad clings in convention center (call for pricing) Your company message in key marquis places in the Convention Center, such as escalator wraps, hanging banners, table clings, or column wraps. pre-conference event prospect email $2,000 (limited quantities) Email your message directly to UTC Registrants and prospects. Quantities are limited and priority is granted to sponsors. Post-conference thank you emails are also available. prize drawing $5,000 (2 days available) The Prize Drawing Sponsor has the drawing barrel placed in their booth allowing attendees to stop by and drop off their raffle ticket for UTC Prizes given out during the day in the exhibit hall. The drawing times are promoted in the Mobil App and in the Addendum. Prizes are announced in the Hall at Center Stage, and the sponsor draws the winners and makes the announcements. UTC will supply the prize drawing. Sponsor can also add an additional item to the list of prizes. foot prints $3,500 Printed Foot Prints with your logo and booth number and/or message will pave the way for attendees to find your booth, starting from the show entrance all the way to your booth. charity golf supporter $1,000 Golf with your customers and purchase a Charity Golf Foursome. Includes golf for 4 players, continental breakfast and lunch. Note: This is not a golf sponsorship, but will be listed as a golf supporter on all promotional materials. center stage solution showcase $500 (limited availability) A solution showcase is a great opportunity to put your latest technology on display for attendees to see. You ll have a 20-minute session during dedicated exhibit hours to showcase your solution at the Center Stage. Attendees can learn more about your innovative solution and then can apply what they have learned to your latest tools. Only a select number of solution showcases are available!
advertising at utc telecom & technology UTC TELECOM & TECHNOLOGY is your direct connection to utility telecommunications, IT and OT professionals and UTC publications and events provide you access to decision makers, exactly the people you want to reach people with hefty budgets for the products and services your company provides. When the community of UTC member professionals turns to UTC for market, industry and technology solutions, they often turn the UTC Journal, UTC events and other UTC publications to expand their knowledge, share ideas, and obtain solutions for their organization s needs. Advertising, exhibiting and sponsoring UTC publications and events shows your support for the critical infrastructure industry and provides you with repeated exposure to your primary customers. For advertising opportunities, contact Cheryl Stratos at cheryl.stratos@utc.org. For more information on UTC advertising, sponsorship or exhibit space please contact: Cheryl Stratos - Sales UTILITIES TELECOM COUNCIL 1129 20th Street, NW #350 Washington, DC 20036 USA Office: 1.202.833.6811 Fax: 1.202.833.6835 Cheryl.Stratos@utc.org UTCTelecom &Technology 2016 colorado convention center, denver, co may 3-6, 2016