Get involved with DEVEX 2012 by becoming a sponsor and/or exhibitor. Details of the packages and options available can be found below.
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities
Premier Sponsorship Opportunities
Platinum Supporter 
One package available - Investment of £10,000+VAT
The Platinum Supporter will receive the following benefits:
- Headline sponsor of the conference
- A complimentary 6m x 2m sized shell scheme stand in a prominent position in the exhibition
- 4 complimentary full delegate registrations
- Prominent mention on all conference marketing materials of the company as the Platinum Supporter of the conference
- Company logo (and link to website) on the DEVEX 2012 website Supporters page
- Company logo on front page of Conference Programme
- Listing as ‘Platinum Supporter of DEVEX 2012’ on Supporters page in the final Conference Programme
- Inclusion of promotional materials in delegate bags (up to 3 x A4 sheets)
- Company logo on all delegate bags (along with the delegate bag sponsor)
- Company logo on all signage at the conference venue
Gold Supporter 
One package available - Investment of £6,000+VAT
The Gold Supporter will receive the following benefits:
- Sole sponsorship of the technical programme
- A complimentary 6m x 2m sized shell scheme stand in a prominent position in the exhibition
- 3 complimentary full delegate registrations
- Mention on all conference marketing materials of the company as the Gold Supporter of the conference
- Company logo (and link to website) on the DEVEX 2012 website Supporters page
- Listing as ‘Gold Supporter of DEVEX 2012’ on Supporters page in the final Conference Programme
- Inclusion of promotional materials in delegate bags (up to 2 x A4 sheets)
Silver Supporter 
Two packages available - Investment of £3,000+VAT
The Silver Supporter will receive the following benefits:
- Joint sponsorship of the exhibition
- 1 complimentary 3m x 2m shell scheme stand in a prominent position in the exhibition
- 2 complimentary full delegate registrations
- Mention on all conference marketing materials of the company as a Silver Supporter of the conference
- Company logo (and link to website) on the DEVEX 2012 website Supporters page
- Listing as ‘Silver Supporter of DEVEX 2012’ on Supporters page of the Conference Programme
- Inclusion of promotional material in delegate bags (1 x A4 sheets)
Bronze Supporter 
Four packages available - Investment of £1,500+VAT
The Bronze Supporter will receive the following benefits:
- 2 complimentary full delegate registrations
- Mention on all conference marketing materials of the company as a Bronze Supporter of the conference
- Company logo (and link to website) on the DEVEX 2012 website Supporters page
- Listing as ‘Bronze Supporter of DEVEX 2012’ on Supporters page of the Conference Programme
- Inclusion of promotional material in delegate bags (1 x A4 sheets)
Sponsorship Opportunities
All supporting companies will receive the following benefits in addition to the specific sponsor/supporters benefits detailed under each opportunity.
- Company logo (and link to website) on the DEVEX 2012 website Supporters page
- Listing on supporters page in the final Conference Programme
Young Professionals Event 
£2,500+VAT
The young professionals event is a specific seminar within the programme of DEVEX 2012 that is aimed at the decision makers of the future. It is a stand alone event that will not clash with the main technical programme. This package is for overall sponsorship of the young professionals event and the sponsor will be acknowledged on all pre-marketing and on the day materials produced for the Young Professionals event. The sponsor will also be given the opportunity to display promotional material e.g. pop up banners in the meeting room.
Academic Places
£2,000+VAT
Support the local academics and enable them to attend this conference to expand their knowledge and skills, as well as assist them to present an oral or poster communication.
Poster Programme 
£2,000+VAT
The Committee wish to continue raising the profile of the posters submitted to DEVEX 2012. An attended poster session has been scheduled as well as a poster competition with prizes for the finalists. The sponsor will be acknowledged within the final programme, on signage within the poster area as well as on the catering points during the attended poster session.
Refreshments and Lunch 
2 days available - £2,000+VAT per day
There will be six scheduled breaks per day where delegates will be served tea/coffee or lunch. Within the exhibition hall serving points will be placed at convenient locations as focal points at which delegates can gather, thus providing maximum exposure for your products/services. As sponsor you will be able to display material on a board beside each serving point, have branded tent cards placed on all the catering points and tables and have your logo displayed on all lunch menus.
Networking Reception
£1,500+VAT
The reception provides delegates with the opportunity to meet old friends, make new ones, and relax and chat. It will be held within the exhibition hall on Wednesday 9 May 2012. The sponsor of the reception will be able to display materials (e.g. pop up banners) within the hall as well as being acknowledged as the sponsor on signage for the reception and on tent cards at the catering points. The sponsor will also be provided with five free passes to distribute to colleagues who may not be attending the conference.
Delegate Badges and Registration 
£1,500+VAT
All attendees at the conference will be provided with a name badge, which must be worn at all times. The sponsor’s logo will be placed prominently on the badges along with the conference logo. The sponsor will also be acknowledged on any signage for the registration area.
Lanyards
£1,500+VAT
The lanyards will be attached to all name badges, which must be worn at all times. The sponsor’s logo will be printed on the lanyards in one colour.
Delegate Bags
£1,500+VAT
Bags will be given to all delegates containing conference programme and information. The sponsor’s logo will be printed (one colour) on the front of all bags along with the names and dates of the conference (estimated quantity required 4-500).
Website
£1,000+VAT
The website is the key promotional tool being used by DEVEX 2012 and the place where delegates will visit for information, to submit abstracts or to register. The sponsor will have their logo displayed on every page of the website.
Internet Café
£1,000+VAT
The Internet Café is usually one of the most popular and busy features of any conference. The Café will consist of up to 4 stations and will be located within the main exhibition (and catering) area or near the registration desks. The sponsor will receive acknowledgment in the final programme, signage opportunities in the Café area, as well as the sponsor’s home page on every monitor and logo as the screen saver.
Field Trip 
£750+VAT
The DEVEX 2012 field trip will take place at the end of the conference on Thursday 10 May 2012. It is an opportunity for delegates to relax and unwind and experience some of the local surroundings. The sponsor will receive acknowledgement on any signage and materials for the trip as well as verbally at the dinner.
Pens
£500+VAT each or in kind
Pens will be provided in each delegate bag and are vital (and heavily used!) items at all conferences. These can either be provided in kind or can be sourced for you. Up to 500 will be required.
Leaflets or Merchandise in Delegate Bags
£75+VAT each A4 insert
The opportunity to place promotional literature and/or a small promotional gift in the delegate bags which will be provided to all delegates (including speakers and VIP’s) on arrival. A quantity of 500 leaflets/gifts will be required. A ‘leaflet’ is considered to be 1 x A4 sheet. If you wish to provide a larger insert please contact the conference organisers to negotiate a cost.
Contact
Jacqueline Bergstrom - AECC
Bridge of Don, Aberdeen, AB23 8BL
devex@aecc.co.uk
+44 (0)1224 330 407
