Sept. 9-11, 2012
Sponsor & Exhibit
Don't miss this opportunity to promote your products and services to over 700 colleagues from various organizations within the workforce development community!
Register here
Sponsorships and exhibit space are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis - sign up today!
For more information about sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities contact Erin Cunningham, (517) 371-1100 ext. 205.
Reception Sponsorship
- New this year Invitation to attend the Workforce Development Board Networking
- Verbal recognition during General Sessions
- Two complimentary full conference registrations
- Materials / handouts to attendees at sponsored event (if applicable)
- One full page insert in official event program
- Recognition on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Copy of pre-registration list provided two weeks prior to the Conference
- Copy of final registration list
Choose one from the following:
Overall Reception - $5,000
- Featured on signage at main entrance to Joe Louis Arena
- Presentation on big screen over the ice, as well as all monitors through the arena
- Logo featured in invitations sent to all attendees
Workforce Development Board Reception - $5,000
- Featured on signage at VIP entrance to Joe Louis Arena
- Banner displayed in Manhattan Room at Joe Louis Arena, location of VIP Reception
- Logo featured in invitations sent to all VIP attendees
Puck Shoot-Out - $5,000
- Featured in promotional materials for reception bonus event
- Banner displayed over the entrance to ice
- On-ice raffle drawing participation with CEO after shoot-out in front of captive audience
Tour of Joe Louis Arena - $2,000
- Featured in elevators at Joe Louis arena, transporting attendees to upper levels
- Banner displayed in Legends Club
Championship Banner Photos - $2,000
- Featured on signage next to Championship Banner during photo opportunities
- Logo on presentation folio for photos
Culinary Entertainment - $2,000
- Logo featured on display at stations located throughout the reception offering gourmet food and drinks, including live stations
- Banner displayed at entrance to Olympia Club in Joe Louis Arena
Gold $5000
- New this year Invitation to attend the Workforce Development Board Networking
- Verbal recognition during General Sessions
- Up to four (4) complimentary full conference registrations
- Materials / handouts to attendees at sponsored event (if applicable)
- Free Premium Exhibit Space
- One full page insert in official event program
- Recognition on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Copy of pre-registration list provided two weeks prior to the Conference
- Copy of final registration list
Choose one from the following:
Luncheon Awards Ceremony - Company name and logo prominently displayed on signage, behind speaker
- Printed materials displayed at each seating area
- Verbal recognition during keynote introduction
Conference Bag - Name and logo on over 700 conference bags that will be distributed to all attendees Sponsor is responsible for production and cost
- Every attendee will be a walking advertisement for your company
Opening Session KeynoteSOLD
- Company name and logo prominently displayed on signage, behind speaker
- Printed materials displayed at each seating area
Web Site
Company banner displayed on every page of the conference web site. Style guide specifications apply
Other benefits tailored to meet the specific needs of the sponsor
Silver $3000
- Up to two complimentary full conference registrations
- Opportunity to purchase Premium Exhibit Space
- One half page insert in official event program
- Recognition on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Copy of pre-registration list provided two weeks prior to the Conference
- Copy of final registration list
Choose one from the following:
Attendee Badge Holder/LanyardSOLD - Every attendee will be a walking advertisement for your company
- Print your company name or logo on lanyards that will be distributed to all attendees Sponsor is responsible for production and cost
Closing Session Keynote Speaker - Company name and logo prominently displayed on signage, behind speaker
- Printed materials displayed at each seating area
- Verbal recognition during keynote introduction
Continental Breakfast (Two opportunities) - Product/demo table next to the continental breakfast buffet in order to facilitate interaction with attendees
- Company name and logo featured on signage in the breakfast area
Audio / Visual - Company name, logo and website address prominently displayed on screens in every breakout session
- Opportunity to provide a flash screen for display in every breakout session
Door Hanger Brochure (Two opportunities) - Company name, logo and Web site will be printed on door hangers, delivered to all Conference attendees staying at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel
- Association will produce door hangers featuring the itinerary for the following day
Bronze $2000
- One complimentary full conference registration
- Opportunity to purchase Premium Exhibit Space
- One quarter page insert in official event program
- Recognition on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Copy of pre-registration list provided two weeks prior to the Conference
- Copy of final registration list
Choose one from the following:
Afternoon Break - Sponsor name will appear prominently on signage at this popular conference event
- Opportunity to display printed materials
Conference Program - The conference program is the main source of information for over 700 attendees
- Logo and Web site will be added to the back cover of the conference program
Workforce Development Board Breakfast - Company name and logo prominently displayed on signage
- Printed materials displayed at each seating
- Verbal recognition
Speaker Gifts - Includes the option to add a personalized message with each gift
- Sponsor is responsible for cost and gift selection
Welcome Gift - Your gift (and company logo!) will be the first thing attendees receive upon check-in
- Includes the option to add a personalized message with each gift
- Sponsor is responsible for production and cost
Twitterfall in the Exhibit Hall - Sponsor name and logo will be featured at the top of this popular event feature
- Opportunity to provide an electronic banner to display at the top of the display screen
- Informational cards explaining the Twitterfall will be passed out to all attendees, featuring sponsors name, logo and Web site.
General - $1000
- Brand Recognition - Sponsor’s logo on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Copy of pre-registration list provided two weeks prior to the conference
- Copy of final registration list
- Opportunity to provide one PowerPoint slide to be featured in presentation prior to all General Sessions
General - $500
- Brand Recognition - Sponsor’s logo on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Copy of pre-registration list provided two weeks prior to the conference
- Copy of final registration list
General - $250
- Brand Recognition - Sponsor’s logo on event signage, in official event program, and on the Conference website
- One item in the official Conference bag
Exhibit Booth - $1000
- One 8' x 8' booth space with standard drapery/signage, one 6' table and two chairs
- Two full conference registrations
- One item in the official Conference bag
- Company description and contact information in the official event program
- Copy of the final registration list
- Recognition in the presentation prior to all General Sessions
Internet access and electricity are offered at an additional cost. All booths must be staffed during exhibit hours.
NEW OPTION: Exhibitors have the opportunity to purchase a 20 minute time slot for presentations - $250
ONLY 3 SLOTS REMAINING!
Register here
Sponsorships and exhibit space are allotted on a first-come, first-served basis - sign up today!
For more information about sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities contact Erin Cunningham, (517) 371-1100 ext. 205.