Sponsors and Exhibitors
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2012 Entrepreneur Expo Sponsorship Levels
2011 was the inaugural Entrepreneur Expo. It garnered national support and recognition as the KICK-OFF event for Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) in Maryland! GEW selected the 2011 Entrepreneur Expo as one of a few featured events across the country during the amazing week of activities which reached millions globally.
The 2011 Entrepreneur Expo had over 400 registrants from novice to seasoned entrepreneurs, with over 80 exhibits, including an action-packed day of programming bringing attendees from northern Virginia to Washington, DC, Baltimore, rural Maryland and beyond. Definitely, attendees represented the full spectrum of entrepreneurship from the life-style entrepreneur to tech startup to technology commercialization.
The 2012 Entrepreneur Expo: Transforming the Way We Do Business will build-off the success of its predecessor with an anticipated 500 attendees, a youth entrepreneur track, unique programming, participation from a number of organization's and inclusion of some signature events that fuel the energy of entrepreneurship in the region!
Learn more about the bevy of opportunities for high visibility at the Expo below. For more information, contact sgoncalves@marylandtedco.org or call 410-715-4162.
NOTE: Exhibit Space includes 6 ft. skirted table, 2 chairs (power and other amenities are additional charges and coordinated separately with the Hotel).
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| SPONSOR A SPEAKER ($7,500.00) | SPONSOR A SESSION ($3,500) | PROGRAM BOOK ADS |
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TOWN SQUARE SPONSOR: $15,000 (1 available)
The TOWN SQUARE sponsor is a prized sponsorship opportunity. This sponsor is able to emcee the Town Square programming throughout the day, intro a keynote speaker and provide opening remarks. The Town Square is the center-piece of Exhibit Hall. It is one of the unique highlights of the Entrepreneur Expo. All eyes will be on the Town Square!
Pre-event:
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high level logo placement & link w/support level on event website, promotional emails, communications to registrants
- social media “shout out” via various platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook)
Day-of:
- Town Square emcee throughout the day
- opening remarks
- prime exhibit space
- introduce a keynote speaker
- banner strategically positioned for optimal exposure over the riser (“Town Square”)
- logo presence w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on signage, in program
- ten (10) comp tickets
- badge ribbons recognizing support level
- full page color ad on back cover
Post-event:
- email to attendees via Expo Administrator
- prime logo placement & link w/support level in “Sponsor Spotlight” section of post-event email
CLOSING RECEPTION: $10,000 (1 available)
The CLOSING RECEPTION sponsorship is an esteemed sponsorship level. The Closing Reception is the BIG BANG to end a full-day of sessions, programming, networking and general excitement! It will take place in Exhibit Hall). The Reception sponsor provides Reception Welcome and is afforded a number of other benefits.
Pre-event:
- high level logo placement & link w/support level on event website, promotional emails, communications to registrants
- social media “shout out” via various platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook)
Day-of:
- reception welcome remarks
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logo presence w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on signage (includes dedicated signage for reception), in program materials
- prime exhibit space
- seven (7) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
- recognized in opening remarks
- full page color ad
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VISIONARY: $10,000 (1 available)
The VISIONARY gets the “Rockstar” treatment with large-scale visibility. This key Partner is able to capitalize on their support via various platforms pre- thru post-event, including providing keynote introduction and opening remarks, along with a quote in the day-of press release.
Pre-event:
- prime logo placement & link w/support level on event website, promotional emails, communications to registrants
- social media “shout out” via various platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook)
Day-of:
- keynote introduction
- prime exhibit space
- prime logo presence w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on signage, in program materials
- seven (7) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
- recognized in opening remarks
- full page color ad
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REVOLUTIONARY: $7,500 (1 available)
The REVOLUTIONARY is able to capitalize on their sponsorship via various top-tier platforms pre- thru post-event, including prime speaking opportunity.
Pre-event:
- high level logo placement & link w/support level on event website, promotional emails, communications to registrants
- social media “shout out” via various platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook)
Day-of:
- prime speaking opportunity
- logo presence w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on signage, in program materials
- prime exhibit space
- five (5) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
- recognized in opening remarks
- half page color ad
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INNOVATOR: $5,000 (unlimited)
Pre-event:
- logo placement & link w/support level on event website, promotional emails, communications to registrants
- social media “shout out” via various platforms (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook)
Day-of:
- logo presence w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on signage, in program materials
- exhibit space
- three (3) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
- recognized in opening remarks
- half page color ad
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LEADERSHIP: $2,500 (unlimited)
Pre-event:
- listed & link w/support level on event website
Day-of:
- exhibit space
- listing w/support level in program materials
- two (2) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
- quarter page color ad
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EARLY ADOPTER: $1,500 (unlimited)
Pre-event:
- listed & link w/support level on event website
Day-of:
- exhibit space
- listed w/support level in program materials
- one (1) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
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EXHIBITOR: $1,000
*Non-profits and Government: $500
Pre-event:
- listed & link w/support level on event website
Day-of:
- exhibit space
- listing w/support level in program materials
- one (1) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
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START-UP EXHIBITOR: $150 (Limited opportunities.)
*Deadline: October 31
Pre-event:
- listed & link w/support level on event website
Day-of:
- exhibit space
- listing w/support level in program materials
- submissions of one (1) PowerPoint slide for the day's multi-media presentation
- two (2) comp tickets
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
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SPONSOR A KEYNOTE SPEAKER for $7,500
Pre-event:
- listing & logo w/support level on event website and communications to registrants
Day-of:
- introduce keynote speaker
- logo with support level on dedicated signage during selected speaking period
- three (3) comp tickets
- listing and logo w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on general signage for sponsored session, in program materials
- badge ribbon recognizing support level
- half page color ad
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SPONSOR A SESSION of your choice for $3,500
Sponsoring a session provides unique visibility at the conference educational sessions. Sponsors are also able to further target the market of your interest and get intimate face-time. If there are Sessions of interest (visit the day’s agenda), contact us directly to discuss further at 410.715.4171 or email tedcocomm@marylandtedco.org.
Pre-event:
- listing & logo w/support level on event website and communications to registrants
Day-of:
- welcome remarks for the sessions (if applicable)
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three (3) comp tickets
- listing and logo w/support level in Expo’s multi-media presentation, on general& dedicated signage for sponsored session, in program materials
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badge ribbon recognizing support level
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quarter page color ad
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PROGRAM BOOK ADVERTISEMENTS
Include your company Ad in the Program Book for more visibility!
Send your PDF file to sgoncalves@marylandtedco.org
Ads should be sent w/bleed of .0625 around each side.
Ads are due: 10/31/2012.
- Full page: 8.5x10 $500.00
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1/2 page (horizontal): 8.5x5 $250.00
