Sponsorship Opportunities

Introducing a wide range of sponsorship opportunities to meet your marketing goals!

  • Branding and Awareness
  • Lead Generation
  • Target Marketing
  • Traffic Drivers
  • Relationship Building
  • Thought Leadership

 

REGISTRATION SPONSORSHIP—SOLD
Claim this exclusive sponsorship and reach potential customers from the moment they register, prior to the show, and on-site in the high-traffic Registration area.

Sponsorship includes:

  • Logo on registration page on ITEX website
  • Logo and website link in confirmation emails to all pre-registered attendees.
  • Logo on select registration counters.
  • Logo on screens at self registration terminals.
  • Sponsor is invited to provide items such as T-shirts for registratio staff or mouse pads for registration computers

Investment: $7,500-SOLD

 

 


PRE-EVENT PROMOTIONHurry these opportunities are time-sensitive!

OPTION #1:
Pre-Show Marketing Email Blast Sponsorship*

Your company’s 50-word message, logo and desired link will appear in one (1) event email blast promoting ITEX and reaching over 20,000 qualified prospects. Email will include content regarding ITEX, as well as information on registering. Placement will be within the body of the promotional email and may include up to (3) companies. See Sample

Investment: $2,500 Each/Exclusive Rights $5,000 Each

 

 

OPTION #2:
Customized Promotional Email: Pre-Registered Attendees*

Your customized HTML email, including logo, booth number and desired link, will be sent to pre-registered attendees. Sponsor to supply the creative, which must be ITEX-related. See Sample

Limited Opportunity—Only Three Available!

Investment: $4,000 Each

 

 

OPTION #3:
Show Preview Email Sponsorship: Pre-Registered Attendees*

Pre-registered attendees will receive an email preview one week before the show. Promote your presence at the show and drive traffic to your booth! Sponsorship includes your booth number, logo with link, and a 75-word description promoting your booth, products, services and solutions. Sponsor will provide 75-word description, logo and linking URL.

Limited Opportunity—Only Three Available

$3,000 Each/Exclusive rights: $6,000 Each

 

 *Email distribution date will be selected by Show Management only.

 


ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

Show Guide Advertising
A valuable resource that's referred to again and again throughout the year! This year's Guide includes the following:
  • Enhanced Listing Packages that provide you additional space to list products, contact info and more!
  • Comprehensive listing of exhibitors by product category
  • Entire page dedicated to sponsors and partners

Full Page: $3,500
Half Page: $2,000
Bellyband: $4,500—SOLD

Advertising Specs:

Guide Trim Size: 8”x10.75”
Full-page: 7.0”x10.75”
Full-page bleed: 8.25”x11.0”
Half-page horizontal: 7.0”x4.75”

 

Enhanced Listing Package
A cost-effective way to extend your message and increase your exposure!

Includes the following:

  • Logo on ITEX website and in Show Guide
  • Contact information, including booth number and website on ITEX website and in Show Guide
  • Logo and company description (400 characters) on ITEX website and in Show Guide
  • Two (2) product descriptions with image (250 characters) on ITEX website (image 125x125 pixels max)
  • One (1) whitepaper, product brochure or case study posted to your profile on ITEX website 

Investment: $500

Web Banner Ads
Increase your visibility and enhance your company's image before, during and after ITEX. Plus, your banner ad can link directly to a specific page within your company website. JPG, GIF and Flash is acceptable.

The earlier you sign up, the more promotion you receive!
 

Investment: $1,000

Sample of Banner Ad:

ITEX 2011

Video Showcase
ITEX's Video Showcase gives you the opportunity to promote a deeper understanding of your solutions' features and benefits, while making a personal, human connection with prospective buyers. Announce a new technology or service or build awareness of your brand with a sponsored video placed on the Video Showcase page of the ITEX website.

Investment: $1,500

 

 


ON-SITE SIGNAGE—Limited Availability!

Expo Hall Aisle Sign
Make it easier for attendees to find you! Limited Availability!

Stand out on the show floor by having your name, company logo and booth number on the hanging aisle sign. When attendees look for what aisle they are in, they will see your booth location and logo.

One (1) Banner per Aisle/Double Sided: $1,275 Each

 

Free-Standing Meter Signs

Take advantage of the numerous areas that exist throughout the event. Every attendee will see your billboards as they walk to different areas, which guarantees high visibility for your company. This is a great way to drive traffic to your booth or brand your image! Sponsor provides graphics; Show Management is responsible for production.

Single-Sided: $1,000 Each
Double-Sided: $1,500 Each

 

On-site Banners
Make a powerful impact as you brand and reinforce your corporate image with a highly visible on-site banner. Sure to be seen and remembered by thousands of industry buyers. Secure a premium position now—space is limited! Sponsor is responsible for producing banner, shipping and drayage. Show Management is responsible for hanging.

Pricing variable based on location. Call your Sales Rep for details.

 Sample of On-site Banner

On-site banner

 


HOSPITALITY

Pre-Conference Workshop Reception—Exclusive Opportunity!
Host the reception for all Pre-Conference Workshop attendees. All of Tuesday's Pre-Conference attendees, regarded as the most qualified, will be invited. Your company will have the opportunity to provide branded items, such as napkins, cups, brochures, etc. (sponsor is responsible for providing items). Host this reception and take advantage of a great opportunity to reach a highly captivated group of attendees!

Investment: $5,000

 

Breakfast Sponsorship
Host the coffee/pastry breakfast for all ITEX Expo & Conference attendees held before the Keynote Session. Your company will have the opportunity to display branded items, such as napkins, cups, brochures, etc. (sponsor is responsible for providing items). This is a great way to capture attendee mindshare before they hit the Expo floor! (Includes coffee, tea, juice and bagels).

Investment: $5,000/day or Exclusive Rights: $7,500

Opening Night Reception
Host the reception for all ITEX Expo & Conference attendees on Wednesday night. Your company will have the opportunity to display branded items, such as napkins, cups, brochures, etc. (sponsor is responsible for providing items). Host this reception and take advantage of a great opportunity to reach all attendees!

Investment: $15,000

Lunch Ticket Sponsorship
Sponsor the lunch ticket that will be used by all conference attendees. This is a great traffic driver as conference attendees need to visit your booth to pick up their ticket each day. Build awareness with your company name and booth number included on the lunch ticket while interacting with each conference delegate.

Investment: $7,500 per day/$12,500 Exclusive for both days


ON-SITE EXPOSURE

Badge Insert Sponsorship
Badge inserts are the perfect way to launch a new product, maximize brand exposure or promote a unique drawing or activity at your booth! (Sponsor is responsible for providing inserts, shipping and drayage).

Exclusive Opportunity: $5,000

 

Badge Lanyards—SOLD
As ITEX attendees are required to carry their name badges during all Conference functions, the lanyard provides unique exposure for your company name, logo, or web address. Exclusive sponsorship opportunity includes: logo placement, company name, web address, and booth location. (Sponsor is responsible for producing lanyards.)

$6,000—SOLD 

 

Tote Bag Sponsorship—SOLD
Put your sales message directly into the hands of thousands of attendees by supplying them with bags given away at registration. Your company will be able to brand one side of the tote bag with your logo. This is your opportunity to create thousands of marching billboards throughout the ITEX Expo floor and Conference area. With this sponsorship, your company will get the chance to insert one (1) promotional item or marketing piece into the bag.

Exclusive Opportunity: $6,500—SOLD 

 

Tote Bag Inserts
Distribute your company's advertising material, product demo or ad-specialty item directly into the hands of every ITEX Conference attendee. You will gain exposure at the event and your message will travel home with the attendees. Sponsor to provide approximately 3,000 pieces. Limited to 8.5"x11" in size and must be approved by Show Management in advance.
 

Limited Availability: $1,500

imageSource Live Theater—New for 2012, valuable thought leadership opportunity! 
The imageSource Live Theater is located on the Expo floor and showcases 25-minute sessions on Wednesday and Thursday of the event. Secure a time slot in the Theater, and get in front of Conference and Expo attendees—establish thought leadership in a key technology area, give a product demo, announce a new product and more!

Limited Availability: $1,500/Session

Sample of a Theater session
Expo Floor Theater Session

 

MPS Visibility Package
Over 70% of ITEX attendees are interested in Managed Print Services (MPS). This package is an ideal way for companies who provide MPS solutions to get recognized as a major player in the market. MPS exhibitors will be featured as an Event Highlight throughout the ITEX attendee marketing campaign. As an MPS exhibitor, you will receive the following promotions:

Pre-Show Exposure:

  • Dedicated page on ITEX website promoting and listing all MPS exhibitors
  • MPS highlighted on pre-show email communication about Expo floor features
  • Enhanced company and product listing on ITEX website

On-Site Exposure:

  • Dedicated page in ITEX Show Guide promoting and listing all MPS exhibitors
  • Enhanced company and product listing in ITEX Show Guide
  • Logo on meter board in Conference area, creating a link between MPS sessions to MPS exhibitors on Expo floor
  • MPS logo on corresponding exhibitor booths on “You Are Here” signage for the Expo

Post-Show Exposure:

  • Logo (with links) on a one-time, post-show email from Show Management to all attendees who chose MPS as products they are planning to purchase over the next 12 months. 

Investment: $1,500

Managed Services Visibility Package
Over 50% of ITEX attendees indicate they are interested in Managed Services (MS). This package provides an easy way for companies who provide Managed Services to get visibility around this key technology area. Get recognized as a major player in the MS market and have attendees looking for you before they even hit the Expo floor! MS exhibitors will be featured as an Event Highlight throughout the ITEX attendee marketing campaign. As an MS exhibitor, you will receive the following promotions:

Pre-Show Exposure:

  • Dedicated page on ITEX website promoting and listing all MS exhibitors
  • MS highlighted on pre-show email communication about Expo floor features
  • Enhanced company and product listing on ITEX website

On-Site Exposure:

  • Dedicated page in ITEX Show Guide promoting and listing all MS exhibitors
  • Enhanced company and product listing in ITEX Show Guide
  • Logo on meter board in Conference area, creating a link between MS sessions to MS exhibitors on Expo floor
  • MS logo on corresponding exhibitor booths on “You Are Here” signage for the Expo

Post-Show Exposure:

  • Logo (with links) on a one-time, post-show email from Show Management to all attendees who chose MS as products they are planning to purchase over the next 12 months. 

Investment: $1,500


BOOTH TRAFFIC DRIVERS

Great ITEX Giveaway—Limited Availability, Act Fast!  
Increase your presence at this year’s ITEX by participating in the annual Great ITEX Giveaway. Your logo and booth number will be printed on a game card that is handed to each attendee at registration and that they must get stamped each time they visit a participating vendor. After attendees visit eight (8) of the participating exhibitors, they enter the completed game card into a drawing for a valuable prize. Standard participation includes:

  • Great ITEX Giveaway promoted as an Event Highlight throughout overall marketing campaign   
  • Logo and booth number on promotional signage   
  • Logo and booth number in ad in Show Guide
  • "Enter Great ITEX Giveaway Here" sign to display at your booth   

Investment: $2,500—only 10 total opportunities available

Internet Zone Sponsorship—Exclusive Opportunity!
The Internet Zone will be promoted as the destination for attendees to enjoy FREE Internet access during the event, including Internet stations and charging areas. This sponsorship will be promoted in the Show Guide and in emails to attendees, as well as on show signage and on the website. Includes:
  • Logo on all Internet station promotions
  • Logo on signage/floor plan
  • Logo/message on screen saver
  • Marketing materials distributed on-site, if provided

Investment: $7,500


 

OVERALL EVENT SPONSORSHIPS
 

ALL Partner, Diamond and Platinum Sponsors Receive:

  • Prominent logo placement on all direct mail pieces
  • Sponsor acknowledgement on ITEX website
  • Logo in Show Guide
  • Logo on floor plan and on-site show floor maps
  • Acknowledgement on sponsor thank you signs on-site 
  • Logo on email campaigns
  • Logo on promotional ads

Partner PackageExclusive!

  • Full-page, 4C ad on inside front cover of Show Guide
  • Top logo placement on show bags (above and at least 50% larger than others)
  • Premium booth location at entrance
  • Two (2) Expo floor entrance billboards (double-sided)
  • Largest sponsorship logo on all ITEX marketing materials
  • One (1) banner ad and logo on official ITEX website
  • Show bag insert (minimum of 3,000 pieces limited to 8.5"x11" in size)
  • Twenty (20) Main Conference Passes
  • First-choice booth selection for 2013
  • 1x customized email to pre-registered attendees (opt-ins only) four weeks out from the show
  • Interview article in imageSource

* Partner package does not include booth leasing space, and can only be purchased with a 20'x20', 30'x30' or 40'x40' booth.

 

Investment: $30,000 (Value $40,000)


 

Diamond Package—Limited Availability, Act Fast!

  • Full-page, 4C ad in Show Guide
  • Logo on show bags
  • Front-of-show billboard (single-sided) 
  • Premium booth location at entrance
  • Ten (10) Main Conference Passes
  • Logos on all marketing materials sized larger than Platinum Sponsors   
  • One (1) banner ad and logo on official ITEX website
  • Show bag insert (minimum of 3,000 pieces limited to 8.5"x11" in size)
  • Priority booth selection for 2013
  • 1x pre-show marketing email blast sponsorship

* Diamond package does not include booth leasing space, and can only be purchased with a 20'x20', 30'x30' or 40'x40' booth.

Investment: $15,000 (Value $25,000)


 

Platinum Sponsorship Package—Limited Availability, Act Fast!

  • Half-page, 4C ad in Show Guide
  • Logo on all marketing materials   
  • Logo on show bags
  • Five (5) Main Conference Passes
  • One (1) banner ad and logo on official ITEX website
  • Priority booth selection for 2013
  • 1x pre-show marketing email blast sponsorship

* Platinum Sponsorship does not include booth leasing space, and can only be purchased with a 20'x20', 30'x30' or 40'x40' booth.

Investment: $7,500 (Value $12,500)

 

To secure your sponsorship at ITEX or for any questions, please contact:

Christian Swartz
Business Development Director
405-844-1882
Cal Groton
National Sales & Business Development Manager
617-219-8375

 

 

 

 



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