Vodafone National Small Business Summit 2018 Power and the people SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS 30 31 August 2018 Swissôtel Sydney, NSW cosboa.org.au
Welcome We welcome you to become a valued partner of the Vodafone National Small Business Summit. The COSBOA Summit is highly regarded as the premier Small Business event to discuss and debate new and existing policies for the betterment of the almost 3 million Small Businesses throughout Australia. The provides a platform for small business representatives, senior politicians and large business representatives to exchange ideas, opinions and experiences aimed to support, drive, change and build productivity across the small business sector. Hosted by the Council of Small Business Organisation Australia, the main goal of this annual event is to: Promote and support the development of small businesses in Australia; Advocate to advance the interests of small business in Australia, including through policy change and regulatory reform; Foster an increased awareness and understanding of the role of small business in Australia amongst public servants and elected government officials, larger businesses, the media and the general community. The Summit draws extensive media coverage every year due to its high profile speakers representing the policy makers and regulators shaping Australia s small business arena and highlighting the key issues around communities, small business collaboration and confidence. This year s National Small Business Summit will be held at the Swissotel Sydney on 30 & 31 August 2018. Becoming a Partner of the National Small Business Summit will maximise your brand awareness and provide you with an opportunity to experience maximum exposure to Government executives and industry association leaders representing hundreds of small businesses in Australia. Meet the Team Peter Strong CEO, COSBOA Mark McKenzie Board Chair and Director COSBOA Peter Strong has spent much of the last 30 years as a change management expert for economic reform and business development. This includes work with the Australian Government and as a consultant to the World Bank and the United Nations. Peter recently sold his bookshop in Canberra which he owned for over 7 years and is now concentrating on small business issues as Chief Executive Officer of COSBOA. Elizabeth Skirving Board Director and Treasurer Summit Committee Chair Sandy Chong Board Director Summit Committee
Sponsorship Opportunities Gold Sponsor - $40,000 + GST (2 available) The Gold sponsor of the NSBS COSBOA 2018 is limited to only 2 opportunities. This package represents excellent value for organisations wishing to have a strong presence at the Summit, Sponsors will receive the following benefits. Company branding on website and Final Program Book Complimentary 2 x 2m exhibition pod with feature panel and a built-in lockable cupboard Opportunity for Sponsor to introduce a session (maximum 5 minutes) or submit a speaker for a panel session (To be approved by COSBOA Committee) Inclusion in COSBOA media broadcasts in the lead up to the event 4 x Exhibitor registration passes (including morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea as per the program and access to summit sessions) Two (2) x Full sponsor registrations (including Gala Dinner ticket each) One full page ad in Final Program Book Selection of an additional sponsorship item indicated below GOLD SPONSOR ADDITIONAL ADD ONS Gala Dinner Sponsor - 1 Available Freestanding banner(s)- maximum size 2m high x 1m wide, (quantity to be determined depending on venue logistics), which will be positioned in prominent locations at the Gala Dinner (sponsor to supply) Additional branding opportunities at the Gala Dinner (at an additional expense) Opportunity to greet delegates upon arrival 4 x complimentary tickets for company representatives to attend the Gala Dinner OR Delegate Lanyards 1 Available Company logo displayed on delegate lanyards worn by all delegates for the summit duration Product included in cost 4 x complimentary tickets for company representatives to attend the Gala Dinner
Silver Sponsor - $27,000 + GST (4 available) The benefits and exposure opportunities for the Co-Sponsors include: Company branding on website, and Final Program Book Complimentary 2m x 2m exhibition pod with feature panel and a built-in lockable cupboard Opportunity to introduce a session (To be approved by COSBOA Committee, Maximum 5 minutes) 2 x Exhibitor registration passes (including morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea as per the program and access to summit sessions) One (1) x Full sponsor registration (including Gala Dinner ticket) One ½- page ad in Final Program Book Bronze Sponsor - $18,000 + GST The benefits and exposure opportunities for the Bronze Sponsor include: Company branding on website and Final Program Book Complimentary 2m x 2m exhibition pod with feature panel and a built-in lockable cupboard Verbal recognition by the CEO of COSBOA at the opening and closing sessions 2 x Exhibitor registration passes (including Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea as per the program and access to summit sessions) One ½ -page ad in Final Program Book Reusable Coffee Cup Sponsor - $5,000 + GST Visibility of company at event with over 200 people having and using sponsor reusable coffee cups (supplied by sponsor) Sponsor acknowledgement and logo inclusion on all pre-event marketing Branding of organisation logo on sponsor holding slide displayed throughout the summit. Additional Costs to Sponsor Sponsor to source and supply sufficient quantity of reusable coffee cups (Organising Committee to approve style)
Lanyard Sponsor - $5,000 + GST (Standalone if not sold as part of the Gold sponsor package) Company logo displayed on delegate name badges, worn by delegates for the summit duration Sponsor acknowledgement and logo inclusion on all pre-event marketing Sponsor acknowledgement during summit opening Branding of organisation logo on sponsor holding slide displayed throughout the summit Additional Costs to Sponsor Sponsor to source and supply sufficient quantity of lanyards (Organising Committee to approve style) Satchel Sponsor - $5,000 + GST Visibility of company at event with all delegates having and using sponsor satchels/bags (supplied by sponsor) Sponsor acknowledgement and logo inclusion on all pre-event marketing Sponsor acknowledgement during summit opening Branding of organisation logo on sponsor holding slide displayed throughout the summit Additional Costs to Sponsor Sponsor to source and supply sufficient quantity of satchels (Organising Committee to approve style) Satchel Insert - $1,250 + GST 1x Insert in the delegate satchel (no larger than A4) Sponsor to provide Program Book Advertisment Full Page - $1,250 + GST or Half Page - $850 + GST Sponsor to provide artwork to be printed
Exhibition Information Exhibition Venue The exhibition will be held in the Foyer of the Pre Function area of the Blaxland Ballroom and Maple Room at the Swissotel Sydney on 30 & 31 August 2018. We have a limited number of exhibition spaces in 2018 so reserve you booth early to avoid missing out. Anticipated Exhibition Times Thursday, 30 August 2018 08:00 18:00 hours Exhibition Open Friday, 31 August 2018 07:30 11:00 hours Exhibition Open Exhibition Pod - $5,500 + GST 1 x 2m x 2m pod 1 x stool and counter 1 x digital print fascia Two exhibitor passes to host the exhibition display onsite (including Morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea as per the program and access to summit sessions)
NSBS 2018 National Summit Application Form All sponsorship amounts are in Australian dollars and are EXCLUSIVE of GST Contact: Position: Company: Address: Suburb: State: Postcode: Telephone: Mobile: Email: SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Gold Sponsor (Gala Dinner option) Gold Sponsor (Lanyard option) $40,000 + GST $40,000 + GST Silver Sponsor $27,000 + GST Bronze Sponsor $18,000 + GST Reusable Coffee Cup Sponsor (1 available) $5,000 + GST Lanyard Sponsor (1 available) $5,000 + GST Satchel Sponsor (1 available) $5,000 + GST Satchel insert $1,250 + GST Full page advert in handbook $1,250 + GST Half page advert in handbook $850 + GST Exhibition Pod $5,500 + GST Signed: Date: Please complete and forward application to: NSBS COSBOA 2018 Sponsorship Manager C/- The Association Specialists Pty Ltd PO Box 576, Crows Nest NSW 1585 AUSTRALIA Tel: +61 2 9431 8600 Fax: +61 2 9431 8677 E: nsbs@cosboa.org.au Terms and Conditions Sponsorship will only be allocated on receipt of the signed sponsorship application form. A letter of confirmation will be provided to confirm the booking, together with a Tax Invoice for the total amount of the sponsorship, which must be paid prior to the summit. In the event of cancellation, a service fee of 25% applies for cancellations prior to the 30th May 2018. No refunds will be made for cancellations after this date.