Sponsorship Opportunities

Recognized Sponsors

Platinum Sponsors: A sponsorship fee of $10,000 or more.
You may combine sponsorship opportunities to equal $10,000 or contribute to a specific function. We recommend that you contribute to the activities with the highest attendance such as receptions and luncheons. The platinum sponsorship will include a 10 x 10 exhibitor booth free of charge (additional space is available for a fee). Your company’s logo will appear in strategic locations throughout the foyer of the Convention Center and at the activity you sponsor. In addition, your company will be recognized in the advance flyer announcements, during the sponsored event, in the final program, and on the conference web site.

Gold Sponsors: A sponsorship fee of $5,000 or more.
You may combine sponsorship opportunities to equal $5,000 or contribute to a specific function. The Gold sponsorship will include a 10 x 10 exhibitor booth at a reduced fee of $1000 (additional space is available for a fee). Your company’s logo will appear in strategic locations throughout the foyer of the Convention Center and at the activity you sponsor. In addition, your company will be recognized in the advance flyer announcements, during the sponsored event, in the final program, and on the conference web site.

Opportunities for Sponsors & Exhibitors

1. Exhibit Booth: Sponsorship Fee: $2000
   This will include a 10x10 booth space at the Exhibitors Area and Cyber Cafe. Curtains and a skirted table with chairs are included. Additional costs for telephone, electricity, and internet services apply.
   
   
2. Additional Booth Space: Sponsorship Fee: $1000
   This will include an additional 10x10 booth space at the Exhibitors Area and Cyber Cafe. Curtains and an additional skirted table with chairs are included.
   
   
3. Attendee Portfolio Bag Stuffing: Sponsorship Fee: $500
   WCCM-VII is offering your company the opportunity to have a flyer or small brochure inserted in each attendee portfolio bag. Your flyer or small brochure will be distributed to all Conference attendees. Your sponsorship also includes recognition in the final conference program, advance program and on the conference Web site. Note: Flyers must be received at WCCM-VII headquarters no later than 15 June 2006.
   
   
4. Advance Program Advertising: Sponsorship Fee: $5,000
   Your company’s full-color advertisement will appear on the back cover of the WCCM-VII Conference Advance Program. This program will be distributed to all attendees.
   
   
5. Reception Sponsorship: Sponsorship Fee: $5,000
   The Reception will be held on Sunday evening from 6:00 to 9:00 in the Ballroom G, next to the Exhibitors Area, and is expected to be one of the most popular events held during the WCCM-VII Congress. No sessions are held during this time, to allow both attendees and exhibitors ample time to relax and interact with exhibitors, sponsors and colleagues. In addition, your company’s sponsorship will be recognized in the final conference program, the advance program and on the web site. Requests will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
   
   
6. Refreshment Break Sponsorship: Sponsorship Fee: $5,000
   Sponsor one of the events that attendees look forward to each day. After attending sessions all morning, attendees relish the opportunity to relax and mingle with their colleagues. The refreshment breaks take place within the Exhibitors Area of Convention Center and will be open to all attendees and exhibitors. In addition, your company will be recognized with signs throughout the convention center and exposition hall, as well as in the final program, advance program and on the conference web site. Requests will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
   
   
7. Annual Awards Banquet Sponsorship: Sponsorship Fee: $5,000
   The WCCM-VII Awards Banquet is the final official event of the Congress and is your chance to leave a lasting impression attendees will take with them until the 2008 Congress. This year marks the 7th Annual Awards Banquet. During the Banquet the IACM Awards will be presented. Your company’s name and logo will appear on signage throughout the reception and at the banquet. Your sponsorship will support entertainment during the banquet. In addition your company will be recognized in the final conference program, advance program, awards banquet program and menu and on the conference web site. Requests will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.
   
   
8. Internet Access and Screensaver: Sponsorship Fee: $5,000
   Your company’s logo will appear as a screensaver on computers dedicated to giving all attendees internet access during the conference. The internet computers will be located in the Exhibit hall at the Cyber Cafe. Conference attendees will thank your company for providing them with the means to keep in touch with the office and family while at the WCCM-VII Congress. In addition, your company’s sponsorship will be recognized in the final conference program, advance program and on the conference web site. Requests will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

For further information, please contact:

Len Schwer
Schwer Engineering & Consulting Services
6122 Aaron Court
Windsor, CA 95492
Voice: 707.837.0559
E-Fax: 928.833.1130
Email: Len@Schwer.net