Hospice UK. Conference The Largest Annual Hospice Conference in the UK Sponsorship, Exhibition and Branding Opportunities

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1 Hospice UK Conference 2015 The Largest Annual Hospice Conference in the UK Sponsorship, Exhibition and Branding Opportunities November ACC, Liverpool

2 We are delighted to offer you the opportunity to be a sponsor and exhibitor at the 2015 Hospice UK Conference. The Hospice UK conference provides an opportunity for senior hospice managers and trustees to showcase and share the wealth of good practice and innovation at the heart of hospice care, reflecting on the ways in which hospices are addressing new and ongoing challenges. In 2015 the conference will be held at ACC, located in Liverpool s iconic Albert Dock and once again aims to provide the delegates Over 750 hospice Chief executives, Chairmen, Doctors, Finance, Fundraising Directors, Senior nursing Staff the opportunity to come together to share experiences and knowledge at the UK s largest national hospice care conference. As an exhibitor and sponsor, you will have the opportunity to speak to the key decision makers within the hospice community, enabling you to promote your products or services to a highly relevant and receptive audience.

3 Why get involved? Hospice UK conference is the key event in the UK hospice care calendar, providing you with an exceptional opportunity to engage with over 750 professionals ranging from chief execs, trustees, doctors, finance directors, directors of fundraising, clinical leads, HR leads and many other disciplines. It provides a platform for Hospice UK members to meet, learn, develop professionally and share good practice and innovation. Delegates visit the exhibition to be educated and informed about the latest products, services and technological advancements, to network, and to increase their ability to provide an ever better service for patients. Why exhibit Meet prospective new customers Meet existing customers to strengthen relationships Meet and do business with fellow exhibitors Launch new products and services Capture new data to add to your customer databases Build company or brand awareness Use the show as a platform for other marketing activity Benefit from the show s extensive marketing campaign Collectively UK independent charitable hospices spend 330 million annually on products and services attendance Chief exec 12% Chair/Trustee 7% Doctors 7% Executive clinical 10% Corporate role 9% Nurse 11% Social worker 2% Therapist/Spiritual advisor 3% Others including Finance/Fundraising/Policy/HR 39%

4 Who should exhibit? Legal Services Credit Card Processing Carrier Bags, Collection Sacks, Retail & Gift Packaging Architects Mortuary & Funeral Services Pharmaceuticals Recycling Cost Management and Procurement Designers Retail Profit Protection Online & Offline Fundraising Lottery Operators Energy Services Book Recyclers Audio-visual Audit, Accountancy & Tax Services HR Software Skincare Insurance Pressure Care Equipments Lone Worker Solutions Design and Print Gift Aid, EP0S & Tills Banking Services Healthcare Equipment Specialist Fundraising CRM Recruitment Services Complementary Therapy Marketing & PR Publishing Waste Disposal Patient Management Software Property Services Telecoms Solutions IT Services Training providers Medical Equipment Infection Control Catering Suppliers Opportunities for 2015 Exhibiting Sponsorship Speaker Networking/hospitality Marketing marketing Advertising and sponsored features on the dedicated ehospice.com website

5 Main sponsor Guaranteed speaking opportunity Host a 60 minute educational workshop and you are guaranteed a platform within the conference events programme to engage delegates on a topic and with a speaker of your choice. Package includes: Pre-conference association and branding Brand logo featured prominently on all conference marketing materials including website and conference app. Pre-conference delegate mailing including information about your workshop, should you decide to lead one. Prime 5m x 2m (10Sq.M) exhibition stand included in cost of sponsorship, plus on-site association and branding, company signage prominently positioned in auditorium with logo on holding screens. Networking opportunity three delegate passes for the conference with access to all conference sessions. Delegate names supplied prior to the event. Delegate bag insert one A4 printout or memory stick. Spotlight article with conference media partner (includes banner advert). Two complimentary conference places for key clients or prospects. Price: 18,000 plus VAT

6 Awards dinner/ drinks reception Our Awards dinner/drinks reception provides sponsors with an excellent environment in which to network with delegates and new contacts and set foundations for future business relationships. Package includes: Mention in opening remarks. Wine, canapés, soft drinks - waitress service. Exhibition space 3m x 2m (6Sq.M). Networking opportunity Two delegates passes for the conference. Discounted additional delegate places. Free-standing client s roll-up banners in drinks reception area. Branding on all conference materials including brochure, website and app. Website link on conference web pages. Two complimentary conference places for key clients or prospects. Delegate bag insert. Web advert on for one month. Price on application, please contact to discuss. Pete Johnson or p.johnson@hospiceuk.org

7 Speaker preview sponsor This dedicated lounge is provided for all conference speakers. Presenters and speakers have access to a private lounge which gives them the opportunity to prepare or relax away from the main halls Package includes: 3m x 2m (6Sq.M) exhibition stand. Networking opportunity Three delegates passes for the conference. Logo on the entrance to the speakers lounge. Sponsor s company information to be displayed throughout the lounge (sponsor to supply). Data of all speakers sent to the sponsor after the event. Dedicated acknowledgment of sponsors promoting the seminars and lounge. Sponsors logo to appear on all correspondence with speakers. Sponsors branding to appear in show guide on piece promoting the lounge. Opportunity to present branded gift to all speakers (sponsor to supply). Web advert on for one month. Price: 7,000 plus VAT

8 Exhibitor options Stand size Price per stand 3x2 (6Sq.M) 2x2 (4Sq.M) 3,500 plus VAT 2,500 plus VAT The stands are situated in the main delegate catering and seating area, where delegates congregate for refreshments at all breaks, including lunch and the welcome reception. Pre-conference association and branding Company name listed in promotional programme of events. Company name featured on Hospice UK conference web pages and event app. Web advert on for one month. On-site association and branding Company branded exhibition space. Logo and 100 word company description featured in programme and conference app. Networking opportunity Two delegate passes to attend the conference, which includes lunch and refreshments including tea and coffee.

9 Increase your brand awareness Sponsorship opportunities Wi-Fi sponsor Get everyone connected as the official Hospice UK Wi-Fi sponsor. As the sponsor you will receive the following benefits. Branded splash page. Branded directional signage in conference area (one sign). Recognition as official Wi-Fi sponsor on session room banners. Recognition as official Wi-Fi sponsor in session slides. Recognition and logo on event website. Price on application, please contact to discuss. Pete Johnson or Hospice UK delegate bags Upon arrival at the conference, each delegate receives an official conference delegate bag. This is a highly visible opportunity to promote your product or service as each delegate effectively becomes a walking advertisement for your company. This package includes: Prominent branding on the front of the delegate bag, promotional insert into each bag and branded sponsor acknowledgement in the show guide. Price: 4,000 plus VAT

10 Delegate bag insert (leaflet or memory stick) Ensures that your key messages reach every delegate by inserting your leaflet or memory stick into each delegate bag (one insert up to A4 in size). There are a limited amount of inserts allowed. Price: 1,000 plus VAT Hospice UK conference brochure advert There are a limited number of full or half page colour adverts in the show guide. Price: F/P 1,000 plus VAT, H/P 750 plus VAT Delegate name badge/lanyard sponsor Delegates must wear an official delegate badge during their time at conference. As delegate badge sponsor you will see your brand travel throughout the event during the day raising your organisation s profile as a leading supplier to the sector. Price: 4,000 plus VAT

11 How to book Pre-order opens from Monday 2nd February To book contact our Advertising and Sponsorship Manager: Pete Johnson or /hospiceuk Hospice UK, Hospice House, Britannia Street, London WC1X 9JG Hospice UK Company Limited by Guarantee, Registered in England and Wales No , Charity registered in England and Wales No and in Scotland No. SC VAT No