PRE-EVENT GUIDE. All the important information you need for SPORTELMonaco 2012

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1 PRE-EVENT GUIDE All the important information you need for SPORTELMonaco 2012 SPORTEL, the world's leading Sports Content Platform for Television and New Media SPORTEL is recognized as the most influential business market for top-level sports and media executives for the past 23 years, that ensures your money's worth: Direct Access to industry leaders, before - during - and after the Market An opportunity to schedule valuable "face to face" meetings with key deciders A wide range of marketing options specifically designed to increase your visibility and communicate your business objectives The guaranteed identification as a global industry "player" Access to Informative press events and conferences on current topics and future trends, featuring international experts. Access to the Golden Podium Awards Ceremony and Cocktail Party No matter what sector in the Sports Media Industry you represent, you can trust SPORTEL to provide a unique opportunity to expand your business horizons! To read more, please visit our website MARKET OPENING HOURS Monday 15, Tuesday 16 & Wednesday 17 October: 09:00 to 18:00 Thursday 18 October: 9:00 to 16:00 Badge Collection Badge collection can be made at the Pre-Registration Desks in the entry hall of the Grimaldi Forum from Sunday 14th October. Pre-Registration & Registration Desk opening hours are as follows; Sunday 14 October: 8:30 to 18:00 Monday 15, Tuesday 16 & Wednesday 17 October: 09:00 to 18:00 Thursday 18 October: 9:00 to 16:00

2 How to Collect Your Badge Each pre-registered and confirmed participant will receive a QR code (see left) by on Monday 8th October. All you need to do is proceed to the 'Fast Line' Pre-registration Desk with a printed copy of the QR code and your business card. To avoid queues, we strongly suggest that you collect your badge on Sunday 14th October. If you have not received your QR code, please contact Marine (Exhibitors) or Amy (Visitors) Please be aware that you will still be able to collect your badge without your QR code, you will need to do so at the Registration Desk in the Main Hall of the Grimaldi Forum. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES Networking Tool To increase networking opportunities, the SPORTEL Networking Tool helps you to connect with registered participants one month prior to the event. It enables you to: SEARCH for participants by company name, type of activity, etc. VIEW PROFILES of participants and companies attending SPORTEL COMMUNICATE with participants easily and efficiently ARRANGE MEETINGS prior to arrival Login details are sent directly by to each participant whose registration is confirmed and fees are fully paid, approximately 1 business day after registration. Please Note: Do not use your SPORTELAccount user ID and password Ravel Lounge, Networking Café & Café Llorca The Ravel Lounge (Ground floor), the Networking Café (Level -1) and Café Llorca (Level 1) are designed for participants to meet, network and discuss business throughout the 4 days of the market. They include meeting tables with chairs, a cash bar and free WIFI service. Free Coffee Breaks and Finger Food in the Networking Café The Networking Café will be host to free coffee breaks and free finger food offered by SPORTEL for all participants throughout the market (please refer to the Program for times). After-Panel Mixer After the two SVG Panels on Tuesday, there will be an after panel mixer at the Bar (Level -2).

3 Golden Podium Awards Ceremony & official SPORTEL Party All SPORTELMonaco participants are invited to the Georges Bertellotti Golden Podium Awards Ceremony held on Tuesday 16 October, at 7.00pm (Salle Prince Pierre, Grimaldi Forum). An invitation will be provided with your accreditation badge. The ceremony will be followed by a buffet dinner at the Café Llorca (Level+1, Grimaldi Forum). Golden Foot Gala Dinner This year, SPORTEL has partnered with the Golden Foot, which awards the publicly voted Footballer of the Year with a golden foot imprint on the Champions Promenade in Monaco. The gala dinner held on Wednesday 17 th October at the Salle des Etoiles at the Sporting in Monaco will be attended by many international personalities. Reserve your table here! THE VENUE & MARKET FACILITIES The Grimaldi Forum has been the venue for SPORTELMonaco since 2000, which welcomes our valued participants and exhibitors every year. This high-tech congress center located at the edge of the Mediterranean Sea is acknowledged as a key meeting location for international business. The Grimaldi Forum is located at 10 avenue Princess Grace, Monaco and is easily accessible on foot or by bus. Wifi Free Wifi is available in the Exhibition venue from Sunday 14 October to Thursday 18 October. Please note, no login or password is required and it is not suitable to access VPN. Please note the WIFI is in place for checking s only. Internet Station & Networking Tool Pods These are located in the Espace Ravel near the B stands. Business Center Located in the Grimaldi Forum main hall, level 0, available for photocopies, printing, USB key upload/download and fax transmissions. Services are subject to small charges. VAT refund In accordance with the European Tax Legislation, Monaco Mediax/SPORTEL must invoice its services with the 19.6% Value Added Tax (VAT). Foreign companies (EU or non-eu) are entitled to a refund of the paid VAT. TEVEA INTERNATIONAL is the only Tax representative recommended by Monaco Mediax/SPORTEL. It is specialized in VAT refund claims and will handle the entire procedure for your company. Visit TEVEA International at the Espace Ravel Entrance

4 Parking For private cars, parking spaces are available at the Grimaldi Forum Public Parking (4 avenue Princess Grace). SPORTEL participants are entitled to the special 10 daily rate. Obtain your discount parking ticket at the Registration desks in the main entrance hall. PROGRAM To view the Program, Conferences, Symposium and other SPORTELMonaco 2012 events please click here FLOOR PLAN To view our new Interactive Floor Plan, please click here ORGANISER S OFFICES Senior Management, Main Hall, Level 0 SPORTEL Sales & Marketing, David Jones, Stand A08 SPORTEL Account Sales Manager, Nick Volante, Stand A08 Exhibition & Accounts, Main Hall, Level 0 Press / Communication, Press Office, Diaghilev Exhibition Hall, Level -1 Symposium / Conferences, Main Hall, Level 0 Golden Podium Awards, Stand A10 Protocol, Main Hall, Level 0 HOTEL & TRAVEL Nice Côte D'Azur Airport (NCE) is the main airport that services arrivals by air onto the French Riviera. It has two terminals serviced by a free shuttle bus between the two terminals. Due to its proximity to Monaco, it also serves as the principality's airport, with a helicopter service from Nice airport to Fontveille in Monaco. For more information, visit the Nice Airport website Airport Transfers There are several ways to travel to Monaco from Nice Côte D Azur Airport Helicopter Regular 6-minute flights between Monaco Heliport and Nice Côte d'azur Airport, depart every 30 minutes. SPORTEL can offer our participants special rates for their helicopter transfers; One-way trip - Nice to Monaco is 100, One-way trip - Monaco to Nice is 85 Return trip - Nice - Monaco - Nice 175 Click here to consult their timetable To contact Héli Air Monaco please call

5 Taxi A 30-minute drive by motorway (maximum of 3 people) will cost around one way. For taxi services in Monaco, please call Airport Bus The 110 Nice Airport Express bus runs from Nice Airport to the main hotels and stops in Monaco. A 30 minute drive by motorway, the bus runs 7 days a week from 7am to 9pm, every 30 minutes from both Terminal 1 and 2. A one-way ticket costs 18, a return For more information on rates and timetables, visit the Nice Airport Xpress website Local Buses Alternatively, the local Lignes D'Azur bus company operates local buses, which run from the Airport to Nice, and Nice to Monaco. For more information on rates and timetables, visit the Lignes D'Azur bus website EXCLUSIVE SPORTEL FLIGHT OFFER Book your flight with SPORTEL partners Air France and KLM Global Meetings and save money! Event ID: 09848AF For any questions regarding your travel, please contact American Express Voyages d Affaires - Phone: Important: the Event ID form is mandatory to justify the preferential fares and may be requested to the attendee at any time of the journey. ACCOMMODATION Participants can take advantage of SPORTEL s special discounted rates and book room(s) through our dedicated Online Reservation Service. To take advantage of these special rates, you will need to click on the link below and click on Connect Now to start your booking. For further information contact Sabrina Ferrero at Monaco Check-In Phone: ferrero@mci.mc USEFUL INFORMATION ON THE PRINCIPALITY OF MONACO Time Zone - GMT/UTC + 01:00 hour Weather - Monaco in October has average temperatures ranging from 15 C to 19 C with some rainfall common. Language - The official language of Monaco is French, however English is also widely used. Currency - The Principality uses the Euro currency. Helpful links Relaxation, Sport and Health Dining Out & Restaurants Nightlife For further information, please visit

6 IMPORTANT SPORTEL CONTACTS The SPORTEL team can be reached on the following numbers: Eunice SILVA, Logistics Manager Phone esilva@sportelmonaco.com Christine ILTIS, Accounts Manager Phone c.iltis@monacomediax.com Marie-Christine RAMAZZOTTI, Event Manager Phone mcramazzotti@sportelmonaco.com David JONES, SPORTEL Sales & Marketing Phone sportelsales@sportelsales.com Nick VOLANTE, SPORTEL Account Sales Manager Phone nvolante@sportelmonaco.com Amy MULLAN, Visitors Registration Manager Phone amullan@sportelmonaco.com Marine PICOULET, Exhibitors Registration Manager Phone mpicoulet@sportelmonaco.com FURTHER ENQUIRIES Should you have any queries or need further information, do not hesitate to contact us. We look forward to welcoming you at SPORTELMonaco Kind regards, The SPORTEL Team