Sponsorship Exhibition
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Sponsorship Prospectus (.pdf 422.59 KB)
Sponsorship & Exhibition Booking Form (.pdf 16.4 KB)
Exhibition Floorplan (.pdf 224.9 KB)
Current bookings (.pdf 134.02 KB)
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the 23rd Scientific Meeting of the Obesity Surgery Society of Australia and New Zealand will be held in Hobart, Tasmania, 10 – 12 November 2010.
The Conference theme ‘The Changing Shape of Bariatrics’ will explore current trends, issues and technologies in obesity surgery and allied health and is expected to attract delegates from around Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific region. The Conference provides the opportunity for bariatric surgeons and allied health professionals to learn and contribute to the knowledge and understanding of the changing nature of bariatric surgery.
Located right on the waterfront in central Hobart, Hotel Grand Chancellor provides majestic views over the Derwent River, Mt Wellington and the City.
Hotel Grand Chancellor features Tasmania's largest, purpose-built event and convention facility, the Federation Concert Hall and Convention Centre. This venue offers everything from seminar rooms to exhibition space. With state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities and flexible catering the Hotel offers all the amenities you would expect of a modern, world-class venue.
New Features for 2010
Extended Program Times
The 2010 program will span over three days, starting at 10am for a full day on Wednesday, followed by a half day on Thursday and full day on Friday. Sessions on Thursday will begin at 9am (possibly preceded by a breakfast session) and finish at 12.30pm. This will encourage delegates to attend all the program sessions, with a half day off in-between to recharge. (See program outline below)
Greater access to delegates
The three-day program will provide exhibitors with greater access and exposure to delegates, whilst the half-day ‘free time’ will provide valuable opportunities for informal networking activities. Prime sponsors will have the opportunity to host a breakfast session (Thursday or Friday) or a lunch (Thursday).
More opportunities for informal networking
Thursday afternoon and evening are free for delegates to spend as they wish, perhaps to explore the attractions and enjoy the highlights of Hobart. Sponsors and exhibition are welcome to organise events for delegates, but there will be no ‘official’ sponsored social events. (Please note that all events organized around the conference from Tuesday 9 November to Saturday 13 November must be notified and registered with the Conference office).
Initiatives to increase delegate attendance
In order to maintain and grow the delegates numbers this year, the registration fees for delegates have been frozen at 2009 levels. There will be no increase to registrations fees (except for slight increase to non-member fees) as we believe this will encourage more bariatric surgeons and allied health to attend.
Although the majority of sessions will be targeted towards both surgical and allied health interests, there will be one standalone session specifically for allied health that will encourage greater attendance from this sector.
Flexible social program
The two official Conference social events - the Welcome Reception and the OSSANZ Gala Dinner will not be sponsored this year, but as in previous years, entry is included as part of the exhibition or sponsorship entitlements. The Welcome Reception will take place on Wednesday evening at the end of the first day of sessions. The OSSANZ Gala Dinner will take place on Friday evening as the finale to the Conference program.
This leaves delegates free on Tuesday evening (if arriving early) and Thursday evening for their own activities.
Prime Sponsorship
Investment: $40,000 (+ GST) (Maximum of THREE Prime Sponsors)
Branding opportunities
- Prominent acknowledgement on signage at Registration desk and entrance to plenary room
- Logo on title slide in session rooms
- Acknowledgment as prime sponsor in conference program handbook
- Opportunity to place one half page advertisement into the conference program handbook
- Logo with link to website to appear on home page and sponsors page of conference website
- Logo on Conference email campaigns sent out to potential delegates
- Chair to give acknowledgement at opening of plenary sessions
Hosted educational opportunities
- Opportunity to hold a hosted educational event at one of the following times:
- Thursday 7.30am Breakfast session
- Thursday 12.30pm Lunchtime session
- Friday 7.30am Breakfast session
* Content to be approved by OSSANZ. All costs of function including catering, audiovisual and other requirements to be borne by sponsor. Organisation to be undertaken by Conference Office.
Major Award / Keynote Speaker Sponsorship
- Opportunity to provide a keynote speaker* for the Conference. Includes acknowledgement of sponsorship during selected keynote session by chair person, on title slides and single signage on stage (provided by sponsor and approved by committee).
Sponsorship to be acknowledged in promotional emails which refer to the speaker sent to delegates, in printed promotional collateral, in conference program handbook and on website.
* Sponsor is able to choose from 2 keynote speakers on the program. All relevant speaker costs to be paid by Conference.
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- Opportunity to sponsor Major Award for the Conference (Scientific Award)
Sponsorship to be acknowledged in printed promotional collateral, in conference program handbook and on website.
Logo and acknowledgement in all communication regarding the Award.
Announcement of sponsorship of Award during Presentation
Name and logo on PowerPoint slide showing during Presentation acknowledging sponsorship OR opportunity to present Award
Logo on certificate or plaque presented to each Award
* Award to include travel grant for attendance at international scientific conference, paid for by OSSANZ Conference. Final value to be confirmed.
Exhibition space and registration entitlements
- Two standard exhibition spaces for the duration of the conference.
- Includes three exhibition passes, with access to exhibition and catering areas and official social program
- Two complimentary delegate registrations for conference (including official social functions)
- Two additional tickets on one of the VIP tables at the OSSANZ Gala Dinner
Distribution of materials
- Opportunity to place two single A4 size* pages into satchels.
* may be items – subject to approval by committee - One seat drop at selected plenary session of the conference
- Access to the database of all consenting delegates
Silver Sponsorship Package
Investment: $20,000 (+ GST) (Maximum of THREE Silver Sponsors)
Branding opportunities
- Acknowledgement on signage at Registration desk and entrance to plenary room
- Logo on title slide in session rooms
- Opportunity to place one quarter page advertisement into the conference program handbook
- Logo with link to website to appear on home page and sponsors page of conference website
- Small Logo on Conference email campaigns sent out to potential delegates
Award Sponsorship
Opportunity to sponsor one of the Awards for the Conference.
- Announcement of sponsorship of Award during Presentation
- Name and logo on PowerPoint slide showing during Presentation acknowledging sponsorship OR opportunity to present Award
- Acknowledgment of sponsorship on certificate or plaque presented to each Award
- Sponsorship to be acknowledged in printed promotional collateral, in conference program handbook and on website.
Exhibition space and registration entitlements
- One standard exhibition space for the duration of the conference.
- Includes two exhibition passes, with access to exhibition and catering areas and official social program
- One complimentary delegate registrations for conference (including official social functions)
- One additional ticket on one of the VIP tables at the OSSANZ Gala Dinner
Distribution of materials
- Opportunity to place two single A4 size* pages into satchels.
* may be items – subject to approval by committee - Access to the database of all consenting delegates
Exhibition Opportunities
Exhibition Booths - $7,000 (+ GST)
Branding opportunities
- Logo and listing in conference program handbook
- Logo to appear on home page and sponsors page of conference website
Distribution of materials
- Opportunity to place two single A4 size* pages into satchels.
* may be items – subject to approval by committee - Access to the database of all consenting delegates
Exhibition space and registration entitlements
- One standard exhibition spaces for the duration of the conference.
- Includes two exhibition passes, with access to exhibition and catering areas and official social program (Welcome Reception and OSSANZ Gala Dinner)
Other Opportunities
| Advertising in Conference Program handbook half page |
$3500 (+GST) |
| Advertising in Conference Program handbook quarter page |
$2000 (+GST) |
| Satchel inserts one A4 page |
$1500 (+GST) |
| Conference pads & pens supply of pads and / or pens with sponsor logo |
$1500 (+GST) |
| Hosted Educational Sessions Please contact Conference Office for details and availability |
$POA |
Looking for a unique opportunity?
This prospectus serves as a guideline for sponsorship opportunities. If you would like to sponsor the OSSANZ Conference 2010 and have a proposal which caters to your unique requirements as well as those of the conference, the Committee would be willing to consider alternative proposals..
For further details on the Sponsorship and Exhibition opportunities, please contact the Conference Office.
Conditions:
Please note that events or sessions that conflict with OSSANZ Conference 2010 sessions or official social events are not permitted without prior approval from the OSSANZ Conference Committee. All functions and events that coincide with the OSSANZ Conference 2010 must seek prior approval through the OSSANZ Conference Office.
Conference Office:
Think Business Events
Level 1, 299 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000
Ph: +61 2 8251 0045 Fax: +61 2 8251 0097
Email: ossanz@thinkbusinessevents.com.au
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