Sponsorship
Over the years, we have built the conference’s reputation as one of the largest business events to take place at the end of each calendar year. However, this time we are changing the programme quite significantly and these exciting changes mean that we will now be hosting our event in March.
Our Conference will continue to be the leading business showcase for exciting and innovative projects that we are bringing to life, right across the county. But this time, we will be offering attendees the opportunity to vote for the topics that they are most interested in, allowing all delegates to ultimately design their perfect conference experience.
As I’m sure you’re aware, Worcestershire LEP is tasked with developing a multitude of projects, programmes and initiatives for the benefit of the local economy. From 5G to to Junior Internships, from sustainable energy to raising the profile of the county. There is so much that we would love to update the business community on, and we’re going to make sure it’s tailored only to the needs of our local business environment.
These changes are a fresh and exciting shift to our usual conference programme and they are only made possible with the support and backing from our Sponsors. As we continue to find new ways to improve our famous event, we are certain that sponsors will be able to receive a continued high quality level of profile.
Conference Opportunities
Throughout the duration of the Annual Conference there are various options available for sponsors to engage with delegates and we would welcome the opportunity to discuss your requirements to ensure maximum marketing exposure.
If you wish to include additional items or events not listed within the conference package, we can tailor an appropriate bespoke opportunity to ensure that it meets the exact requirements of you as a valued sponsor.
Sponsors are guaranteed exclusivity within your selected area. The amount of sponsorship is not revealed to any other party.
Potential marketing opportunities for exhibitors and sponsors include:
• Inclusion in pre-conference materials including WLEP members’ newsletters
• Website – the conference is promoted via the WLEP website and has a unique presence
• Conference support materials – including signage, notice boards etc
• Exhibitor/sponsor synopsis and logo in conference programme
• Hyperlinks to the exhibitors/sponsor website
Why Sponsor the Worcestershire LEP Annual Conference 2020?
In numbers:
• 582 businesses registered to attend the #WLEP18 Annual Conference
• 19 industry leading experts presented at #WLEP18
• 3 networking breaks allow attendees to view your brand and make valuable new contacts
• 2012 – The date of Worcestershire LEP’s first ever conference
• 8 businesses chose to sponsors last year’s LEP Conference
• 30 businesses were able to exhibit at the #WLEP18 Conference
• 1,000+ tweets were sent and shared at the #WLEP18 Conference
• 289,400 people were reached by #WLEP18 tweets
Sponsorship Opportunities
Printed Conference Booklet
SOLD
This opportunity relates to the printing of full colour, 16 page A5 conference brochures that includes the programme, list of exhibitors and sponsors, speaker biographies etc., to be handed to all delegates upon registration.
Benefits include:
- Full branding of back cover
- Classification as main sponsor and brand on top of all website pages
- Listing with brand & paragraph on ‘Our Sponsors’ web page and in full-colour printed conference brochure
- Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Social media mentions pre, during and post event
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools, max 2 pull-up banners)
Live Twitter Feed
SOLD
This opportunity relates to the presence of at least 3 slimline plasma screens displaying real time posts by monitoring the event hashtag #WLEP20.
Benefits include:
- Branding of twitter wall display software
- Opportunity to award the Tweet of the Day on stage
- Classification as main sponsor and brand on top of all website pages
- Listing with brand & paragraph on ‘Our Sponsors’ webpage and in full-colour printed conference brochure
- Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Social media mentions pre, during and post event
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools, max 2 pull-up banners)
Networking Lunch: £1,500 + VAT
SOLD
This opportunity relates to the costs of buffet networking lunch.
Benefits include:
- Branding of lunch area
- Logo on registration microsite
- Listing in printed conference brochure
Social media mentions pre, during and post event - Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools and pull-up banner)
Badge Lanyards
SOLD
This opportunity relates to the sponsoring of all delegate badges lanyards (anticipated numbers 450).
Benefits include:
- Branding of delegate badge lanyards
- Classification as main sponsor and brand on top of all website pages
- Listing with brand & paragraph on ‘Our Sponsors’ web page and in full-colour printed conference brochure
- Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Social media mentions pre, during and post event
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools and pop-up on the conference hall floor)
Interactive Live Voting: £850 + VAT
SOLD
This opportunity relates to the set up of interactive sessions (for all delegates), that will enable live voting during the conference programme.
Benefits include:
- Company branding on all question and response slides
- Classification as main sponsor and brand on top of all website pages
- Listing with brand & paragraph on ‘Our Sponsors’ web page and in full-colour printed conference brochure
- Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Social media mentions pre, during and post event
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools, max 2 pull-up banners)
Media Sponsorship: All details negotiable
- Pop-up placement at the event
- Mentions in all coverage pre, during and post event
- Inclusion of hyperlinked logo on conference website
- Mentions via social media
- Mentions in programme
- Seat drop for publications placed on every main room seat
- Inclusion of 1 page feature (online or printed) pre-event promotion
- Inclusion of 1 page feature (online or printed) post event promotion
- E-newsletter banner to promote Conference
- Social media coverage pre, during and post event
- Targeted invitation to relevant business contacts with an interest in the conference topics
Registration and Badge Scanning
SOLD
This opportunity relates to the sponsoring of the registration kiosks and the scanning of all attendee badges. Badge scanning will take place in three locations: two in main foyer and one by the entrance to Business Breakfast room.
Benefits include:
- Co-branding of registration kiosk signage (two large signs above registration kiosk plus all other temporary signage relating to the registration process)
- Co-branding of registration staff T-shirts
- Opportunity to display brand by badge scanning points
- Classification as main sponsor and brand on top of all website pages
- Listing with brand & paragraph on ‘Our Sponsors’ web page and in full-colour printed conference brochure
- Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Social media mentions pre, during and post event
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools, max 2 pull-up banners)
Reception Display: £850 + VAT
- Your opportunity to build a major display in the registration/reception area with immediate access to all delegates
- Social media mentions during the event
Showroom spots for large outdoor products: £750 + VAT
- Opportunity to display your business’ large products in prime outdoor locations
- Social media mention during the event
Seat drops: £350 + VAT
- Your leaflet placed on every main room seat
- This element can be sponsored by 2 different supporters
- Social media mention during the event
Seminar room sponsors: £250 + VAT
- Your name on the seminar programme and room name
- Your branding in the room and on the plasma
- Your leaflets on the chairs in the seminar room
Venue branding: £250 + VAT
- Opportunity to display your business’ large products in prime outdoor locations
- Social media mention during the event
Music Interludes: £750 + VAT
SOLD
Memorable musical elements will open proceedings, thanks to the support of groups of young people. From experience, we know these moments will be on the minds of all delegates for a long time after they’ve left the conference and thus are a valuable opportunity for brand exposure throughout the day.
Benefits include:
- Branding of clothing item to be worn by performers (T-shirt)
- Classification as main sponsor and brand on top of all website pages
- Listing with brand & paragraph on ‘Our Sponsors’ web page and in full-colour printed conference brochure
- Mention by conference host during proceedings
- Social media mentions pre, during and post event
- Branding on stage panels (to include all event sponsors)
- Small exhibition stand (poseur table, stools, max 2 pull-up banners)
Contact Us
If you require any additional information, please do contact our conference organisers:
Lesley Allsop – Yarrington Ltd – 01743 234910 – lesley@yarrington.co.uk
