2012 CalGIS Sponsor Opportunities

CalGIS 2012 - 18th Annual California GIS Conference

April 11-13, 2012

Sheraton Sacramento

Capitalizing on Spatial Technology

This conference is intended for those who use spatial information or are in the spatial information field. It is a great conference for GIS professionals to network with others in California and learn about new techniques, skills and innovative products that are available to get the job done. We expect 300 – 400 GIS users from all regions of the state.

Because you provide products and services for all facets of the GIS field, the CalGIS conference is the place to show off what you have to offer. Our attendees come from every sector of GIS and related fields, including federal/state/local government agencies, GIS service providers, and end users of software, data and applications.

Additionally, the U.C. Kearney Ag Center will hold its 7th Biennial “Geospatial Technologies in Agriculture and Natural Resources Symposium” as part of the 2012 CalGIS Conference!

Please consider becoming a sponsor. We have sponsorship levels of Gold ($3,500), Silver ($2,000) and Bronze ($1,000).

We look forward to seeing you at our conference! Follow us on Twitter for sponsor updates! http://twitter.com/CalGIS_Sponsors

Sponsor Opportunities

WHY SPONSOR?
You are cordially invited to join the California GIS Community for the 18th Annual CalGIS Conference! CalGIS 2012 will take place April 11-13, 2012 at the Sheraton Sacramento. Our theme “Capitalizing on Spatial Technology” offers sponsors an opportunity to connect with attendees to help improve California’s Geospatial Future.

The CalGIS Conference is the only GIS conference about California and for California.

CalGIS offers three levels of sponsorship to ensure all companies can participate in this one-of-a-kind event. Booth space is limited and will be assigned based upon the order that sponsorship payment is received. To make the most of your benefits, please return your sponsorship contract right away! Exhibit booths will be provided with pipe & drape, one 3’ x 6’ table and two chairs. Once your contract has been received, you will be sent exhibitor information regarding shipping, décor, etc.

CalGIS Gold Sponsor - $3,500
2012 Gold Sponsor(s): Esri, Allen Instruments & Supplies

2 booth spaces (8’ x 20’)
Prime exhibitor booth location
Company logo on conference mailers/announcements
Company logo and link on conference website
Company name and/or logo in the Conference Program
All marketing materials will list your organization as a Gold Level Sponsor
4 full registrations to the Conference (includes meals/sessions)
100 word description and logo in Conference program
1 Conference Tote Bag Insert
Pre-conference attendee list
Post-conference attendee list
2 Hour Gold Sponsor Session opportunity on 2nd day of conference

CalGIS Silver Sponsor - $2,000
2012 Silver Sponsor(s): Valtus Imagery Services, Intergraph, DUDEK, Interwest Consulting Group, ECORP Consulting, Inc.

1 booth space (8’x10’)
Exhibitor booth location next to Gold Sponsors
Company name on conference mailers/announcements
Company logo and link on conference website
Company name listed in the Conference Program
All marketing materials will list your organization as Silver Level Sponsor
3 full registrations to the Conference (includes meals/sessions)
75 word description in Conference program
Post-conference attendee list

CalGIS Bronze Sponsor - $1,000
2012 Bronze Sponsor(s): Microdesk, Inc., Pacific Alliance Technologies,
US Geological Survey, RBF Consulting, VESTRA Resources, Inc., Cogstone, EnerGov Solutions, Premier Geospatial, Inc., Latitude Geographics Group Ltd., Photo Science, Electronic Data Solutions, California Surveying and Drafting Supply, Open Spatial Corp, Applied Imagery LLC

1 (8’x10’) booth space
Company name and link on conference website
Company name listed in the Conference Program
All marketing materials will list your organization as Bronze Level Sponsor
2 full registrations to the Conference (includes meals/sessions)
50 word description in Conference program

State/Education Non-Profit Sponsor - $800
2012 Nonprofit Sponsor(s): California Land Surveyors Association (CLSA), Open Resource Management Foundation

1 (8’x10’) booth space
Organization name and link on conference website
Organization name listed in the Conference Program
All marketing materials will list your organization as a Conference Sponsor
2 full registrations to the Conference (includes meals/sessions)
50 word description in Conference program

Other Sponsorship Opportunities

Company name/logo on conference tote bag: $250 (6 spaces available)
Bag Insert promotional item /flyer (8.5x11 maximum size): $250 (Gold Sponsors already receive this)
Refreshment Breaks: $500 each
Wednesday Evening Networking Event: $2,000 for sole sponsor/Co-Sponsor: $1,000
Thursday Lunch: $3,000
Thursday Evening Social Event: $2,000 for sole sponsor/Co-Sponsor: $1,000
Friday Awards Breakfast: $2,000
Friday Evening Networking Event: $2,000 for sole sponsor/Co-Sponsor: $1,000
Lanyard Sponsor: $250 (you provide the lanyards with your logo)

Advertising Space in Conference Program: (Due by Monday, March 5, 2012. Files should be high resolution 300dpi, PDF or EPS)

Full page Ad (8.5”x11”) $750 Quarter page Ad (3.75”x4.5”) $250

Half page Ad (5.5”x8.5”) $500 Business card size Ad (8.5”x11”) $150

Reserve Your Sponsorship Today - Download Application & Contract

Exhibit Hall Schedule

This year, enjoy unparalleled access to the attendees! The exhibition has been integrated into the ballroom where the keynote and general sessions will take place and where the meal functions will occur. You will have ample opportunities to connect with the participants. Exhibitors will be at the center of everything!

The exhibit hall schedule was designed with the exhibitor in mind, with events taking place to draw the attendee into the exhibit hall frequently. Note the Dedicated Exhibit Hall Hours with no competing educational sessions!

Wednesday, April 11, 2012
4:00 – 6:00 PM   Exhibit Installation

Thursday, April 12, 2012
10:00 AM –   6:30 PM    Exhibit Hall Hours
10:00 AM – 10:30 AM   Break in Exhibit Hall
12:00 PM –    1:30 PM   Luncheon and Dedicated Exhibit Hours
3:00 PM –    3:30 PM   Break in Exhibit Hall
5:00 PM –    6:30 PM   Networking Reception in Exhibit Hall

Friday, April 13, 2012
10:00 AM –   1:30 PM   Exhibit Hall Hours
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM   Networking Break & Poster Session in Exhibit Hall
12:00 PM –    1:30 PM Lunch & Dedicated Exhibit Hours
1:30 PM –     5:00 PM   Exhibit Dismantle