Conference & Expo April 16–18, 2013 • Hyatt Regency Minneapolis • Minneapolis, Minn.
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INCREASE YOUR VISIBILITY as a sponsor, exhibitor, advertiser and speaker
Extend your reach to the independent service provider marketplace by participating in the 2013 IP Possibilities Conference & Expo. This conference is the perfect venue for you to set up shop, display your latest solutions and talk one-on-one with telco industry representatives who have buying power.
RECOGNIZED AS THE LEADING IP CONFERENCE FOR RURAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS, IP POSSIBILITIES CONFERENCE & EXPO GUARANTEES YOU WILL MAKE THE RIGHT CONNECTIONS. YOUR TOP COMPETITORS WILL BE THERE. YOU SHOULD BE, TOO.
TOP FIVE REASONS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2013 IP POSSIBILITIES CONFERENCE & EXPO: ££ REACH key decision-makers and acquire brand recognition in the 1,100-strong independent operating company (IOC) marketplace. ££ SERVE as a resource during the conference. ££ GENERATE new customer leads and continue to build existing relationships.
££ JOIN forces with sponsoring partners NTCA and OPASTCO to ensure IOC chief executive officers, general managers, chief technology officers and operations/technology directors are considering next-generation IP strategies and solutions. ££ DEMONSTRATE your products, services and technologies to attendees one-on-one, and discuss their immediate needs.
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ATTENDING-COMPANY PROFILE To secure exhibit space, advertising or sponsorship, contact Lisa Freedman: Phone: 703-351-2089 Email: lfreedman@ntca.org
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Optimize your exposure. Connect with buying power. Beat the competition. Choose the sponsorship opportunity that will best showcase your company and deliver profitable results. (Unless otherwise indicated, one sponsorship is available.) Platinum $20,000 Preconference Workshop $15,000 (2 available) Gold $15,000 (3 available) Silver $11,000 (3 available) Association Sponsor $7,500 Welcome Reception Sponsor $5,000
Networking Reception Sponsor $5,000 Lunch Sponsor $5,000 Mobile App $5,000 Wi-Fi Sponsorship $3,500 Press Room $3,500 Refreshment Break $2,000
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CO-SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: LUNCH $1,000 REFRESHMENT BREAK $500
CO-SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Logo and link on event website Logo and recognition in on-site program Logo on event/room signage
VIDEO OPPORTUNITIES: The Executive Interview video provides IP Possibilities’ sponsors and exhibitors the opportunity to get their message across to attendees and thousands of other industry leaders via the hotel television channel, as well as through its publication in the IP Possibilities e-newsletters and website, as well as the NTCA New Edge website. Benefits and production include: ££ A distinctive way to reach telecom leaders ££ High-quality video production and distribution with minimal effort and time ££ A sponsorship that lasts beyond the conference ££ Video produced for sponsor ££ Video interview style with an educational focus ££ Up to five images (e.g., logos, product/company images, maps, etc.) will be edited into the video ££ 90-second maximum length video interview mixed with company supplied images
DISTRIBUTION ££ Video on hotel channel for the conference duration..... $1,500 ££ Video posted in IP Possibilities e-newsletter publications................................................................ $1,500 ££ Licensing rights to embed on company website*.........$2,000 ££ Bundled offering of all of the above.............................$4,250 * Includes vendor website as well as IP Possibilities, NTCA and OPASTCO websites
ADDITIONAL MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES: BREAKFAST PRESENTATIONS $3,500
(6 available, 3 concurrent) Breakfast presentations are 45 minutes long and begin at approximately 8:00 a.m. Wednesday and Thursday mornings. Audio-visual needs are the responsibility of the sponsor. ££ Room set for 100 people, classroom-style; podium, microphone and projector included ££ Buffet breakfast provided ££ Preregistration list provided so you can invite attendees ££ Opportunity to deliver a product review during breakfast sessions ££ Logo, link and session description on event website ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide ££ Name, logo exposure and 25-word company description on event/room signage
HOTEL KEY CARDS $2,000 ££ Exposure on hotel key cards (hotel key cards provided by sponsor) ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide and on website
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LANYARDS $2,000 ££ Exposure on lanyards (lanyards provided by sponsor) ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide and on website
TOTE BAGS $2,000 ££ Exposure on tote bags (bags provided by sponsor) ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide and on website
NOTEPADS $1,000 ££ Exposure on notepads (notepads provided by sponsor) ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide and on website
PENS $1,000 ££ Exposure on pens (pens provided by sponsor) ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide and on website
ROOM DELIVERIES $1,000 ££ Exposure to attendees in their hotel rooms (sponsor pays hotel charges) ££ Name, logo exposure in on-site program guide and on website Sponsors and/or exhibitors whose benefits cover inclusion in any printed promotional materials will be required to submit requested information and/or logo by the due dates established by the event producer. APRIL 16–18, 2013 www.BuildIPNow.com/IPExpo
SIGN UP TODAY
Exhibit in the IP Expo and showcase your company’s solutions to attendees with buying power.
Exhibitor Booth Packages:
Exhibitor Registration
20'x20' $7,500 10'x30' $5,500 10'x20' $4,000 10'x10' $2,250
Each Package Includes: ££ 8' back drape and 3' side rails ££ Two complimentary registrations per 100 sq. ft. (additional registrations for company personnel only at discount rate of $295) ££ Company name, link and 50-word company description on event website ££ Postconference mailing list ££ Name, logo and 50-word company description in on-site program guide
All exhibitor registrations must be done at www.BuildIPNow.com/IPExpo (click on the exhibitor tab). As an exhibitor, your company will need to register each exhibit staff member individually. You will receive two complimentary registrations per 100 sq. ft. with each tabletop exhibit. Additional exhibitor registrations can be purchased at the discounted rate of $295. A special code is required for redeeming complimentary registrations. Exhibitor codes will be available February 2013 and will be sent via email to the primary exhibitor contact. If you have any questions about exhibitor registration, please email meetings@ntca.org.
Speaking Opportunities Are Available
Share your expertise. Contact Dave Lowe at dlowe@ntca.org or 703-351-2084 for more information.
Maximize Your Exposure by Advertising
For maximum exposure, advertise in the conference program or on the “silver screen” in rotation during breaks and lunch.
AS A REPUTABLE ORGANIZATION IN THE TELCO MARKET, WE HAVE TARGETED YOU AS A GREAT FIT TO EXHIBIT, AND WE INVITE YOUR ORGANIZATION TO SIGN UP AND JOIN US BEFORE IT’S TOO LATE. CONTACT LISA FREEDMAN, 703-351-2089, OR EMAIL LFREEDMAN@NTCA.ORG.
THE 2013 ROAD MAP APP IP Possibilities offers exhibitors the Road Map App, which is designed to bring additional exposure to your company and to encourage attendees to visit your booth. A few lucky attendees who complete the Road Map App will win a gift. FOOD & BE VE RA GE
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Participating exhibitors will benefit from increased foot traffic and from the opportunity to teach attendees about their products or services, as well as how they can help meet the needs of their telco.
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When an attendee visits each participating exhibitor booth, they will either enter in the code provided by the exhibitor or scan the code shown by the exhibitor. The attendee will receive a notice on their app that they’ve completed the task of visiting that exhibitor. When the attendee has visited all of the participating exhibitor booths, they will receive “Congratulations! You’ve visited all the booths and are now entered to win a great prize.” Drawings will be held during the last session of the conference.
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SPONSORSHIP REGISTRATION FORM Please type or print clearly. Make checks payable to IP Possibilities and mail to NTCA, P.O. Box 418507, Boston, MA 02241-8507. For cancellation and refund policies, refer to the exhibitor rules and regulations at www.BuildIPNow.com. EXHIBITING/SPONSORING COMPANY If exhibiting only, register online at www.BuildIPNow.com/IPExpo. Information provided may be printed in appropriate conference marketing materials. COMPANY ADDRESS PHONE WEBSITE GENERAL EMAIL ADDRESS (IF DESIRED) CONTACT NAME
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Platinum $20,000 Preconference Workshop $15,000 Gold $15,000 Silver $11,000 Association Sponsor $7,500 Welcome Reception Sponsor $5,000 Networking Reception Sponsor $5,000 Lunch Sponsor $5,000 Mobile App $5,000 Wi-Fi Sponsorship $3,500 Press Room $3,500 Refreshment Break $2,000 Co-Sponsor Lunch $1,000 Co-Sponsor Refreshment Break $500
$3,500 PREFERRED DATE: Wednesday, April 17 (8:00–8:45 a.m.) Thursday, April 18 (8:00–8:45 a.m.)
ADDITIONAL MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES (sponsor incurs cost of items) Hotel Key Cards $2,000 Lanyards $2,000 Tote Bags $2,000 Notepads $1,000 Pens $1,000 Room Deliveries $1,000
VIDEO OPPORTUNITIES Video included in e-newsletters $1,500 TV channel video $1,500 Video posted on websites $2,000 Bundled package for all three video options above $4,250
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BALANCE DUE BY FEBRUARY 1, 2013
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BOOTH SPACE
You must register your exhibit space at www.BuildIPNow.com/IPExpo. 20'x20' $7,500 10'x30' $5,500 10'x20' $4,000 10'x10' $2,250 Road Map for $300 Note: Additional fees may be incurred from conference exhibition.
PAYMENT A 50% nonrefundable deposit for exclusive sponsorships is due with signing/submission of this agreement. A full payment for exhibit booths and breakfast presentations is due, but a 50% deposit is refundable if cancelled up until 30 days before the show. The sponsor/exhibitor agrees to abide by all exhibit terms, conditions and regulations set forth in the exhibitor rules and regulations online at www.BuildIPNow.com/IPExpo. Check enclosed: $_____________________
Note: Additional fees may be incurred from conference exhibition.
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ADVERTISING Back Cover, Color $2,000 Inside Cover, Color $1,500 Full Page, Color $1,000 Full Page, Black & White $750 1/2 Page, Color $750 1/2 Page, Black & White $500 Silver Screen Ad $500 ($300 for print advertisers)
DATE SIGNATURE
Exhibitors please email your company’s logo and 50-word company description for our marketing purposes to: lfreedman@ntca.org.
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