NOVEMBER 11-13, 2016 SPONSORSHIP GUIDE

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1 a professional getaway for women who create the web NOVEMBER 11-13, 2016 MILLCROFT INN & SPA VILLAGE OF ALTON, CANADA SPONSORSHIP GUIDE

2 WHAT IS GATHER NORTH? Gather North is a professional getaway for women who create the web. Part mini-conference, part networking event, part weekend vacay, Gather North is a tech event like no other. November 11-13, 2016 MILLCROFT INN & SPA VILLAGE OF ALTON, CANADA

3 TOP WOMEN IN TECH GATHER Gather North 2015 (our inaugural event) was sold out months in advance to 38 female web designers, graphic designers, developers, project managers, business developers, content strategists, and art directors. This year we expect 60 attendees and foresee it to sell out quickly again. Our attendees are women who love their work. They code, design, strategize, create, and build the Internet. They are leaders; they are changemakers; they are always at the top of their game. They are the women who create the web. See the list of who came last year.

4 WHY SPONSOR GATHER NORTH? By supporting Gather North, you are supporting women in tech. The lack of gender diversity in the tech industry is a big problem. Although many companies have expressed an interest in trying to change it, most don t know where to start. Gather North does. Gather North provides an opportunity for women in the internet technology industry to develop their network, build connections, and explore opportunities. Supporting Gather North is an affordable way for you to show your support for women in technology and further develop your brand s recognition with top tech talent from around the world. Your sponsorship dollars will go directly toward speaking fees and travel stipends for the Gather North session leaders.

5 LOCATION This year, Gather North will be hosted by the historic Millcroft Inn & Spa in the Village of Alton, less than an hour northwest of downtown Toronto. Nestled in the rolling countryside of Southern Ontario s Hills of Headwaters region, the Millcroft is a refreshing blend of rural serenity and sophisticated hospitality. We selected this venue because it was a perfect fit for the Gather North brand and met all of the requirements for our intimate group of women. It is easily accessible to/from the airport and city of Toronto and can comfortably accommodate our attendees over the weekend. Meeting rooms in the Conference Centre feature exposed limestone walls or beautiful oak paneling, and views of the river and grounds, providing a wonderful setting for creative and productive group sessions. Solitude in a country retreat provides just the right environment for our tech industry leaders to be inspired, network with peers, and unwind for the weekend.

6 PACKAGES We have some exciting ways for you to get involved! Contact Avery Swartz & Sarah Hunter, Organizers SESSION SPONSOR $2,000 (3 available) Your brand presents the session Your logo is visible on both session signage and printed schedules Your logo on the Gather North website and in blasts Frequent mentions on Twitter and Instagram before and during the event 1 item in the swag bag MEAL SPONSOR $1,500 Your brand presents a meal Your logo is visible on printed schedules Your logo on the Gather North website 2 mentions on Twitter and 1 on Instagram in promotion of the event 1 item in the swag bag (5 available)

7 PACKAGES We have some exciting ways for you to get involved! Contact Avery Swartz & Sarah Hunter, Organizers WELCOME DRINKS SPONSOR $1,500 (1 available) Your brand sponsors our welcome happy hour! Your logo is printed on our drink tickets Your logo is visible on printed schedules Your logo on the Gather North website Day-of mentions on Twitter and Instagram 1 item in the swag bag CREATE YOUR OWN Don t see a sponsorship package that matches your needs? Contact us to discuss how you would like to support Gather North. $X,XXX

8 Avery Swartz & Sarah Hunter,