SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITIOR PROSPECTUS The conference for Headteachers, Governors and Senior Leaders in Education The Concourse Suite, National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham Thursday 18th September 2014
SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES Join us in September at Ignite14 A unique opportunity awaits your company to join educational leaders from around the UK at the National Exhibition Centre, Birmingham on Thursday 18th September 2014. The Conference Following our three previous insightful and successful conferences, drb Ignite is now preparing to launch the fourth, where we shall be presenting Igniting Confidence: Building Futures. The conference focuses on key themes based on identifying students needs and talents and supporting them to fulfil their aspirations and dreams: these are the purposes at the heart of education. How does your company support educational settings in achieving this? Igniting Confidence: Building Futures is designed to support delegates in every phase of educational provision. We shall: Express confidence in the audience, coping with challenging roles in turbulent circumstances Point the way to those people and organisations who can give support. Is this you? Focus on the building blocks for ensuring that students are not only the best that they can be, but that young people can articulate their own success Support schools and academies to reflect on what sort of society they wish to create. When does developing employability begin? As a Sponsor or Exhibitor, could your organisation support educators to answer these questions? If so, be part of the challenge and of the solution at Ignite 2014.
THE SPEAKERS & DELEGATES The Speakers The list of speakers who will inspire delegates at Ignite14 is very extensive. Delegates are promised a very rewarding and inspirational experience focused on today s children and young people with keynote sessions led by influential thinkers of international repute. Presenters for keynote sessions already confirmed for Ignite14 include: WHAT TO EXPECT What can delegates expect from a drb Ignite Conference? Friendly, relevant and effective professional development is provided at every drb Ignite conference. Gareth Malone OBE renowned throughout the world for his work with choirs, building their confidence and quality of performance. John Hattie ONZM Global Authority on Visible Learning The Conference programme has been designed to allow delegates to make the most of the day. Delegates will receive a comprehensive pack of information including exhibitor information. The day includes morning coffee, a two course lunch and afternoon tea. Time is also included throughout the Conference programme for delegates to visit the exhibition. For 2014 the marketplace will be held in the Gallery Suite (registration, refreshment s and hospitality area) and has been extended to accommodate around 40 exhibitors. Conference Marketing and Promotion THE VENUE Lord Knight of Weymouth Advocate of Technology to promote social change The Delegates The Venue Brooke Kinsella MBE Actress, Anti-knife crime campaigner & Government advisor Our delegates will include: Headteachers from maintained schools and academies; cross phase to include primary, secondary and special schools Senior Leadership Teams Russell Hobby General Secretary, National Association of Headteachers Helen Morrison Director, drb Ignite Governors Senior leaders in education Dioceses, Directors of Education For the fourth consecutive year drb Ignite will be holding its annual conference at the prestigious National Exhibition Centre utilising both the Concourse and Gallery Suites. drb Ignite will utilise a powerful and proactive marketing campaign which will include: A vibrant and informative dedicated website which will include online registration Regular E-campaigns to our education database of 8,000 contacts 5,000 full colour 16 page promotional brochures - mailed to educational contacts across the UK Media and PR campaign targeting regional and national educational media Social media campaigns, including a dedicated Twitter feed and video footage of the 2013 conference 400+ delegate packs When? Registration opens for delegate bookings from January 2014 The conference will welcome delegates from 8am on Thursday 18th September and commence at 9am
SPONSORSHIP SPONSORSHIP Headline Conference Sponsor - 7,500 + VAT An exclusive opportunity for a headline sponsor to become involved in Ignite 2014: Networking Evening Sponsor - 4,000 + VAT An exclusive opportunity for a sole sponsor to become involved with this prestigious pre-conference Dinner Full recognition of your company as the headline conference sponsor on web site, all promotional material (printed and digital) and in PR releases Your company logo, 200 word description and a hyperlink to your own corporate site will be included on the conference website Your company logo will appear on all conference marketing materials Your status as conference sponsor will be mentioned and links to your website will be shared via our Twitter feed Your company logo will appear on the conference main stage set Your company will be referenced as the headline sponsor in our proactive media and PR campaign targeting local, regional and national education media - broadcast, print and online You will receive a full page advertorial space in the conference delegate programme Your company profile will be included in the conference delegate bag, highlighting the products and services offered by your organisation, as well as, contact details of your key people. This includes your company name and logo, along with your company web address (maximum 1 side A4) You will receive five complimentary tickets to the conference and five complimentary tickets to the Network Dinner You will benefit from the exclusive opportunity of receiving a copy of the confidential delegate list with full contact details post event, and subject to the Data Protection Act You will be pre-allocated reserved space in a premium position in the exhibition area where you may exhibit using a dressed table or similar. This space will act as a focal point for your sponsorship, enabling you to centralise your networking and demonstrate your products and services to the conference delegates Alternatively, you may wish to use a portable exhibition stand (within the approved dimensions of your exhibition space); this can be delivered and setup the night before the conference Guests will include: Headteachers from maintained schools and academies; cross phase to include primary, secondary and special schools Senior Leadership Teams Key people from the wider UK education sector Dioceses, Directors of Education Senior leaders in education The Venue The Networking Evening for Ignite 2014 is being held in the Hilton Metropole at The NEC, Birmingham on Wednesday 17th September 2014. This vibrant 4* hotel will host the dinner and provide the overnight accommodation for all attending delegates and guests. The Network Evening Delegates and guests are invited to check-in from 4pm onwards Fast track registration for the Ignite 2014 conference Private Drinks Reception at 7pm Two course, hot and cold Buffet supper Magician and Guest Speaker Overnight stay, Breakfast and on-site car parking For further information please contact the Marketing team on 0121 503 4710 Further sponsorship opportunities Sponsorship of branded delegate bag 1,950.00 + VAT This is your opportunity to ensure that your company s brand will live on well beyond this conference. Sponsor the delegate bag (to be used for all conference related inserts) which will be a high quality bag for lfe product. It will be branded on one side with your logo, and on the other with a conference message. SOLD Leaflet inclusion in delegate bag 95.00 + VAT Having an insert in the delegate bag ensures that your company literature will reach every delegate. Sponsorship of the Networking Evening Branding opportunities for the Pavilion Suite Short speech to Welcome all guests at the beginning of the evening Four tickets for the dinner The opportunity to provide a branded table gift for each guest An exhibition stand on the day of the conference in the Gallery Suite Recognition of your sponsorship on the conference web site with 200 words of text and a direct hyperlink to your corporate web site Inclusion of your sponsorship and branding in all printed flyers and E-shots The opportunity to place your company s promotional literature in each delegate bag Recognition through the conference Twitter feed including a link to your corporate web site For further information please contact the Marketing team on 0121 503 4710
EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES Exhibiting at Ignite 2014 The Marketplace exhibition at this year s conference is the perfect opportunity to meet decision makers from primary and secondary schools, academies and all other types of educational setting. This year s programme has been designed to give exhibitors maximum opportunity to engage with delegates, as for the first time Registration, plus all refreshment breaks and lunch, are in the same area. To provide exhibitors with maximum flexibility, there is a wide choice of stand space available, as shown on the floor plan. Bespoke stand space is available; for further information contact the Marketing Team on 0121 503 4710. To assist in your planning, stand space is available on a first come first served basis and is priced at 230 + VAT per sq. metre. The Gallery Suite (on the first floor) Stand costs The cost for each stand (clear space) is 230 + VAT per sq. metre and includes a 4ft table and 2 chairs. Book your stand To book your stand, please click here Stand allocations 1. Registration 2. Registration 3. 3m x 2m Universal Services 4. 3m x 1m School Photography 5. 2m x 2m Sam Hawkesford 6. 2m x 2m Thinq 7. 3m x 2m Clever Clogs 8. 3m x 2m Playforce 9. 3m x 2m Playforce 10. 3m x 4m drb Ignite / HTI 11. 3m x 5m Schools Advisory Service 12. 3m x 2m drb FM - Health and Safety services 13. N/A 14. 3m x 2m Aspire People 15. 2m x 2m Aspire Sport 16. 3m x 2m Cornerstones Education 17. 2m x 2m Academy Photos 18. 2m x 2m NAHT 19. 2m x 2m Rahmquist UK 20. 2m x 2m Ian Smith Office Supplies 21. 5m x 2m ASCL 22. 2m x 2m Blue Mountain Water 23. 2m x 2m OSIRIS 24. 2m x 2m Fawns 25. N/A 26. N/A 27. N/A 28. 2m x 2m SPG 29. 2m x 2m Marsh UK - Insurance 30. 3m x 2m Geldards LLP 31. 3m x 4m Steps 2 Sport 32. 3m x 4m Altodigital Networks 33. 3m x 3m Crown House Publishing 34. 3m x 2m Browne Jacobson 35. 3m x 2m drb Management + drb Marketing 36. 2m x 2m Icomm 37. 2m x 2m drb Facilities Management 38. 2m x 2m Children s University 39. 2m x 2m Regent Digital 40. 2m x 2m University of the First Age 41. 3m x 2m Smooga 42. 2m x 2m 43. 2m x 2m Schools HR 44. 2m x 2m Optimum Reports Limited 45. 2m x 2m PTA 46. 2m x 2m NSPCC 47. 2m x 2m 2468 Group 48. 2m x 2m S G World 49. 2m x 2m Trinity College 50. 2m x 2m Taylor Stanton 51. 2m x 2m Sutton Office Supplies 52. 3m x 2m Lloyds Bank 53. 5m x 5m Community Playthings
REGISTER Exhibitor Registration Form You can register online by visiting www.drbigniteconferences.co.uk/exhibitor-register or alternatively, complete this form and send a copy to Jo.Orbell@thedrbgroup.co.uk Company name Preferred Stand No. Contact name Contact position Company address Postcode Telephone number Email address What services does your company provide? T : 0121 333 3132 E : info@drbignite.co.uk www.drbigniteconferences.co.uk