18-19 March 2015 Royal Randwick Sydney Sponsorship Prospectus BUSINESS SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2015 Water Innovation Forum
WELCOME Australia has forever faced the challenge of sustainably managing its limited water resources, continually balancing the need to provide safe, secure and affordable water to both households and industry in variable climatic conditions. It is through these challenges that the Australian water, construction, food and beverage, and agricultural industries have become world leaders in the development of innovative solutions for water and wastewater management to make practices more efficient and effective. The Australian Water Association Water Innovation Forum will be a platform to share water innovation across industries, providing a showcase of best practice solutions that can be adopted in other sectors. 1 good idea has far reaching consequences. 2015 WATER INNOVATION FORUM
Why Sponsor? Get Noticed: Put your business in front of decision makers from the water, construction, food and beverage and agriculture industries, plus technology providers, venture capitalists and researchers Do Business: Through formal business matching meetings, networking and social functions over the two days Discover the Next Big Thing: Meet the future innovators in Pitch Sessions, or at the Exhibition Be Excited: Share ideas with international and Australian experts on current trends in innovation See it big: Full scale outdoor exhibit options available Sparkle: Seize the day and demonstrate your business commitment to innovation and excellence Choose your Sponsorship Package There are four levels of sponsorship available: Exclusive Principal Sponsor, Major Sponsor, Session Sponsor and Digital Sponsors. Sponsorship benefits for each level are outlined in the following tables.
Exclusive Principal Sponsorship: INVESTMENT AT $30,000 (PLUS GST) BENEFITS TO ORGANISATION DETAILED BENEFITS Principal Sponsor acknowledgement Acknowledged as the exclusive Principal Sponsor Sponsor logo on associated promotional materials Event marketing materials Water Innovation Forum Program Brochure Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide AWA advertising for the Water Innovation Forum AWA Water Journal post forum editorial story Sponsor Advertisement Full page back cover advertisement in Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Half page organisation biography in Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Half page ad in AWA Water Journal February edition Opportunity to upgrade advertisement in AWA Water Journal February edition at discounted rates (available at Water Innovation Forum) Sponsor logo and hyperlink on Water Innovation Forum web pages Sponsor logo featured prominently on Water Innovation Forum webpages. 2 x complimentary registrations to Water Innovation Forum Complimentary registration for two days inclusive of all events and catering 1 x complimentary Exhibition space 3metres x 3metres priority positioned ready constructed exhibition space with rear wall, reception desk, two stools, power and lighting Company name in text at top of rear wall Opportunity to brand rear wall and reception desk for additional costs Presentation Opportunity 5 minute welcome address as part of the official opening Opportunity to provide an expert speaker for one of the sessions Sponsor acknowledgement at Water Innovation Forum Sponsor logo will be prominently displayed on the large format screens in the Exhibition space at the venue Sponsor logo will be prominently displayed in Exhibitor Hall Presentation Zone Sponsor logo will be displayed on delegate name badges Sponsor logo will be displayed on the lectern in the Plenary Room (together with AWA branding) Sponsor may display one banner in the Plenary Room Sponsor will be verbally acknowledged in Welcome speech Sponsor logo will be displayed on AWA signage displayed at the venue (together with other sponsors) 2015 WATER INNOVATION FORUM
Major Sponsorship: INVESTMENT AT $15,000 (PLUS GST) BENEFITS TO ORGANISATION DETAILED BENEFITS Major Sponsor acknowledgement As a Major Sponsor Sponsor logo on associated promotional materials Event marketing materials Water Innovation Forum Program Brochure Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide AWA advertising for the Water Innovation Forum AWA Water Journal post forum editorial story Sponsor Advertisement Half page advertisement in Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Quarter page organisation biography in Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Opportunity to purchase advertisement in AWA Water Journal February edition at discounted rates (available at Water Innovation Forum) Sponsor logo and hyperlink on Water Innovation Forum web pages Sponsor logo featured on Water Innovation Forum pages 2 x complimentary registrations to Water Innovation Forum Complimentary registration for two days inclusive of all events and catering 1 x complimentary Exhibition space 3metres x 3metres priority positioned ready constructed exhibition space with rear wall, reception desk, two stools, power and lighting Company name in text at top of rear wall Opportunity to brand rear wall and reception desk for additional costs Sponsor acknowledgement at Water Innovation Forum Sponsor logo will be displayed on the large format screens in the Exhibition space at the venue (rotating logos show) Sponsor will be verbally acknowledged in Welcome speech Sponsor logo will be displayed on AWA signage displayed at the venue (together with other sponsors)
Session Sponsorship: INVESTMENT AT $5,000 (PLUS GST) BENEFITS TO ORGANISATION DETAILED BENEFITS As one of six Session Sponsors from the following selection: Session Sponsor acknowledgement Sponsor logo on associated promotional materials Sponsor logo and hyperlink on Water Innovation Forum 2015 web pages 1 x complimentary registration to Water Innovation Forum 2015 Sponsor acknowledgement at Water Innovation Forum Water Smart Cities Agriculture and Food Manufacturing Innovation Pitch Session Financing the Innovation Value Chain Bringing Innovation to the Market Major Initiatives Supporting Access to the Market Event marketing materials Innovation Forum Program Brochure Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Sponsor logo featured on Water Innovation Forum pages Complimentary registration for two days inclusive of all events and catering Exclusive sponsorship at the selected session Sponsor logo prominently displayed on session holding slide. Opportunity to introduce the session and speakers (Introduction limited to 2 minutes) Sponsor logo will be displayed on AWA signage displayed at the venue (together with other sponsors)
Digital Sponsorship: INVESTMENT AT $10,000 (PLUS GST) PRODUCT AND COST DETAILED BENEFITS TO ORGANISATION Water Innovation Forum App Sponsorship: $10,000 (plus GST) Interactive application available for iphone, ipad and Android, plus any smart-phone that has web-enabled browser capability. Mobile App will be promoted as tool for users to review sessions & add to their calendars, view speaker bios and connect, locate exhibitors on floor plan, click to meet functionality with exhibitors, venue maps etc. Sponsor logo on associated promotional materials Water Innovation Forum Program Brochure Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Water Innovation Forum web pages, including hyperlink 1 x complimentary Exhibition space inc. 1 delegate 3metres x 3metres priority positioned ready constructed exhibition space with rear wall, reception desk, two stools, power and lighting Company name in text at top of rear wall Opportunity to brand rear wall and reception desk for additional costs Water Innovation Forum App specific branding: Company logo on App main menu header 140 character ad placement in session footer 140 character ad placement in speaker footer Water Innovation Forum Business Card Exchange Sponsorship: $10,000 (plus GST) Using the latest NFC technology built into delegates name tags, the Water Innovation Forum will lead the way in delegate engagement and interaction. Two branded business card exchange stations will be positioned in the exhibitor hall, facilitating tap & instant connect to other delegates on their mobile device and via email. The customised email delivered to each exchange participant will contain a downloadable v-card making it easy to add the contact to Outlook/personal contacts: keeping it all digital and eliminating the need for the printed business card exchange. Opportunity for the right sponsor to gamify the Business Card Exchange by awarding the most connected delegate. Sponsor logo on associated promotional materials Water Innovation Forum Program and Exhibitor Guide Water Innovation Forum web pages, including hyperlink 2 x Business Card Exchange Stations featuring: 2 x company branded 7 tablets at each station (tablet background is branded) Company branding on customised structure that holds the tablets Opportunity to add company specific promotional material to this structure Business Card Exchange specific branding: Branded email including logo, email footer and hyperlink that delegates receive every time a business card is exchanged 1 x complimentary registration to Water Innovation Forum: Complimentary registration for two days inclusive of all events and catering Water Innovation Forum Meet the Speakers Zone Sponsorship: $10,000 (plus GST) Using the latest NFC technology built into delegates name tags, the Water Innovation Forum will lead the way for delegates to individually connect with expert speakers to support future business and professional development opportunities. The dedicated Speakers Zone will be positioned in the exhibitor hall, facilitating tap & instant connect between speakers and delegates on their mobile devices and via email. Speakers will be able to exchange virtual business cards with delegates and instantly provide delegates with a copy of their presentations. Branded Speakers Zone featuring 3metres x 3metres speaker zone with rear wall, fascia sign, power and lighting Company name in text at top of rear wall Company branded 7 tablets for speaker business card and presentation exchange. Branded email including logo, email footer and hyperlink. that delegates receive every time a business card and presentation is exchanged Opportunity to add company specific promotional material to this space. 1 x complimentary registration to Water Innovation Forum: Complimentary registration for two days inclusive of all events and catering Exclusive Digital Sponsorship: $25,000 (plus GST) Opportunity to purchase exclusive digital sponsorship of all three packages described above. Exclusive Digital Sponsor acknowledgement across the three opportunities of Water Innovation Forum Digital App, Business Card Exchange and Meet the Speakers Zone.
Representing over 4,000 industry professionals across more than 600 organisations, the Australian Water Association aims to drive Australia s prosperity with water information, expertise and collaboration. More information For more information and a confidential discussion about your sponsorship for the 2015 Water Innovation Forum, please contact: Jerome Moulin Industry Innovation Programs Manager Phone 02 9467 8436 Email jmoulin@awa.asn.au Level 6, 655 Pacific Highway PO Box 222 St Leonards NSW 1590 ABN 78 096 035 773 Attend as a Delegate CONFERENCE AND TRAINING WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FEES (GST INC.) 2 Day Event 18-19 Mar Day 1 Only 18 Mar Day 2 Only 19 Mar AWA Member $990 $1,200 $550 $700 $650 $800 REGISTRATION INCLUSIONS Attendance at Water Innovation Forum, Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea on the paid registration day. Please register online at www.awa.asn.au/innovationforum15 Non-Member Online payments can be made via VISA, Mastercard or American Express (Diners Club not accepted). To request an invoice, you must forward an official purchase order including details of the registrant(s) to events@awa.asn. au. You must then quote the purchase order number in the online registration form.