Sponsorship. & Exhibition EXPERIENCE, RESEARCH AND PRACTICE, WIDENING OPPORTUNITIES, IMPROVING LIVES

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1 EXPERIENCE, RESEARCH AND PRACTICE, WIDENING OPPORTUNITIES, IMPROVING LIVES Down s Syndrome Scotland will host the 13th World Down Syndrome Congress (WDSC) 25th to 27th July 2018, Glasgow Sponsorship & Exhibition

2 Contents Welcome 3 About Down s Syndrome Scotland 4 Our Programme 5 About Down Syndrome 6 Value Proposition 6 Why Delegates Attend? 7 Delegate Profile 7 Reasons to Partner 8 Partnership Packages 9 Platinum Partners 10 Gold Partners 11 Silver Partners 12 Bronze Partners 13 Congress Gala Dinner 14 Patrons 15 Individual Partnership Opportunities 16 Advertising Opportunities 17 Exhibition Opportunities 18 Booking Application 19 2

3 Welcome Thirteen is our lucky number! This year Glasgow will welcome over 1,000 people to the 13th World Down Syndrome Congress. Clinicians, allied health professionals, researchers, people with Down Syndrome, their families and practitioners who work with them, will gather to consider improvements in our understanding of life with Down syndrome. The Congress will cover all aspect of life from education, employment, leisure, later life and dementia. Clinical application of progress in research, together with the practical application of what works help to improve the lives of people with Down Syndrome and their families. We will explore in detail help with speech, care and support, inclusion and how to live a great life and much more. The Congress will provide a once in a lifetime opportunity for many families in Scotland to access information on the leading edge of medical research, developments in education and best practice in social welfare and policy from all the corners of the globe. Congress will also offer a unique environment to share experiences and learning with families from all over the world. The event will enable our families to feel part of a global community and connect with people from diverse cultures, backgrounds and communities who face similar joys, challenges and concerns to their own. There will be performances by talented people with Down syndrome, photographic and art exhibitions, as well as some great films showing. We can t offer you popcorn, but we can offer you access to a large, receptive range of delegates who all have Down Syndrome in common. Pandora Summerfield Chief Executive Down s Syndrome Scotland 3

4 About Down s Syndrome Scotland Down s Syndrome Scotland (DSS) was established in We are the only charity in Scotland dedicated solely to supporting people with Down s syndrome (Ds) and their carers. We provide all through life support nationally across Scotland and have the following services. Family Support Service Our Family Support Service Officers, based across Scotland, are here to support families and people with Ds through every age and stage of life. They can offer support on all aspects surrounding Ds, including to professionals working with children and adults with Ds. Information Resources We have a vast array of information to help families and professionals alike, from our new baby packs to our library resources and our website. Achieving Better Communications Around Scotland during term time, our weekly ABC groups provide activities for children to develop better speech, language and communication skills; information and support to parents encourages continuation at home and school. The approach and activities draw upon research findings on the specific learning profile of children with Ds. Policy Work As an organisation, we are strengthening the voice of people with Down s syndrome and their families by informing and working with the Scottish Government, the Scottish NHS and other relevant organisations of their concerns and interests. Branches We have branches throughout the country in local communities who provide a range of social activities. To find a branch near you visit 4

5 Our Programme The Congress programme will consist of the main strands detailed below. We will ensure that people with Down syndrome are supported to be involved in all aspects of the delivery of the Congress. Paramount in our aims is to ensure that delegates get the most out of the event and Down s Syndrome Scotland will ensure that we adhere to the WDSC principle of Specificity, so that delegates take away information that will enable them to contribute to the most effective application of knowledge for the health, education and social participation of people with Down syndrome in their home nation. Research Our aim is to present the most significant scientific advances in all the major disciplines connected with Down syndrome. These may include and are not limited to health, education, employment, adequate standards of living and social protection, legal recognition, participation in public and political life, independent living, being included in the community and cultural, recreational, leisure and sporting participation. Practice In this strand will offer delegates the opportunity to select from a programme of presentations and workshops lead by individuals and groups who are involved in working with people with Down syndrome. The workshops will explore the methodology and techniques used and focus on the positive differences that their work delivers for people with Down syndrome. We are particularly keen to share examples of practice that helps to ensure inclusion for people with Down syndrome into society. Lived Experience This covers the lived experiences of people with Down syndrome and their families. This programme will focus on the presentation of best practice and innovation. Particular attention will be paid to highlighting work or activities that contribute to or result in the full inclusion of people with Down Syndrome in all aspects of society. Performance We have had so many requests from performers that we have decided to have a performance strand. Performances may happen at a range of times during the Congress eg during the programme, in the same space that we hold the plenaries (large auditorium) or during lunch or evening breaks. All in all, the 3 day Congress will deliver a full and diverse programme for families and professionals alike. From the scientific to the social, from the factual to the full on fun, it is our aim that as many of our Down s Syndrome Scotland members, and new families who will contact us in the period from now until July 2018, will be able to attend for as many days as possible and benefit from learning, experiences and making contacts that will benefit and enrich their lives for years into the future. The Congress is, after all, the single biggest project Down s Syndrome Scotland has ever undertaken in pursuit of our aim of helping people with Down syndrome realise their potential. We are committed to ensuring that WDSC 2018 is as accessible as possible for the individuals who have made contact with our organisation in recent years. 5

6 About Down Syndrome Down syndrome is the largest single cause of learning disability. Approximately one in every 1,000 babies worldwide is born with Down s syndrome. It occurs randomly at the point of conception and affects males and females alike. It is rarely hereditary and nothing the parents did before or during pregnancy can have caused it. It is a lifelong condition and there is no cure; however, there are many ways to ensure that each individual with Down syndrome is given the right type and amount of support that they need to meet their full potential. Value Proposition Partnership of WDSC 2018 will be a key step for your company in fostering partnerships with our community. This opportunity allows your company, product and brand to be uniquely and actively showcased at this high calibre, innovation driven international forum. It will also allow your company to meet new business partners, generate new ideas, gather new knowledge, and foster collaboration. Our all-encompassing themes provides the content for the vast array of industry participation and there is the opportunity to align your core value with those themes. Your relationship with WDSC 2018 and Scotland will provide a highly efficient and effective business and marketing platform for your organisation to connect and engage with our global delegates. It allows your company to show these business and consumer markets how your business makes a real difference to our community. 6

7 Why Delegates Attend? Extracted from WDSC 2015 Evaluation Feedback: Sharing experiences with other parents. Being part of a world wide Down syndrome community. Watching new friendships develop amongst people with Down syndrome; Great opportunity to meet leaders of large Down syndrome networks/organisations and trying to build capacity of smaller Down syndrome groups or newly formed groups. Interacting and learning from other self advocates groups from around the world and understanding how they achieved their goals. Content, information and knowledge gained during the three days. Being able to network with people from different cultures and countries and be able to develop a bigger network. Face to face interaction with world renowned speakers. Local cultural performances during the congress (opening and closing ceremony) were a massive highlight to many delegates this would encourage them to attend other WDSC. Delegate Profile Researchers Medical professionals (Doctors, Professors and allied health professionals) Advocacy/rights/legal professionals Educators Social care professionals Employment professionals Government personnel Support people (people who care for people with Down syndrome) Self advocates and people with Down syndrome Parents/Guardians Family members NGO/Charity representatives Students 7

8 Reasons to Partner Global exposure to a dedicated community Alignment with innovative next generation thinkers Reinforce and strengthen your brand position within our society Network with like-minded industry members and academic/medical delegates Generate new ideas Generate new knowledge Inform and update delegates on new initiatives and developments in your own organization The opportunity to network with key industry people outside of the work environment Increase credibility, expand loyalty and build opportunities with new and existing clients Show your support to the industry by being associated with this prestigious international event INCREASE YOUR REACH. BOOSTER YOUR SALES. STRENGTHEN YOUR INFLUENCE. 8

9 Partnership Packages In addition to the menu list associated with each option below, opportunities are also available (subject to World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Programme Team approval) for partners to become associated with specific themes and/or specific session(s) during the congress in order to maximise appropriate activation opportunities. PARTNERSHIP PACKAGES Branding on WDSC partners page of website Use of WDSC image in your promotional activities Exhibition space only Platinum 40,000 Gold 20,500 Silver 10,000 Bronze 5,000 Premium Space 6m x 4m Premium Space 3m x 2m Exhibition Space 3m x 2m Exhibition Space 3m x 2m Full delegate registration places Complimentary tickets to the Congress Dinner and Scottish Social Evening Colour advert in the congress programme Full Page Half Page Half Page Quarter Page Digital branding at the venue Platinum Tier Gold Tier Silver Tier Bronze Tier Insert into the delegate pack Recognised in all communications Post event fulfilment report Free extra value option Recognition from the podium Access to WDSC 2018 database where permission has been granted Lunch Sponsorship Worth 5,000 At the start of each day s keynotes and at the conclusion of last sessions each day Coffee sponsorship worth 3,500 At the welcome reception 9

10 Platinum Partners 40,000 A range of rights and benefits will be agreed to optimise the benefits of a Platinum Partner and to meet your organisation s business and marketing objectives. We have identified an extensive list of components in this Platinum Package which are outlined below. There is a high degree of flexibility within these packages, to ensure that your organisation s specific partnership requirements are achieved and we are more than happy to discuss these requirements with you. Official Designation as Platinum Partner of World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Coverage for your organisation on all World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 promotional materials in the run up to the congress, which includes printed announcements, all e-zine campaigns and on the front of the congress programme. Branding on the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Partners page of the website to include your organisation s logo and biography. Use of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 image in your organisation s promotional activities tied to World Down Syndrome Congress 2018, once agreed with the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 organisers. At World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Premium exhibition space - 3m x 4m. 10 complimentary registrations. 10 complimentary tickets to the Congress Gala Dinner. 10 complimentary tickets to the Scottish Social evening, including a pop up banner. A full page colour advert in the congress programme. Opportunity to address delegates at the opening ceremony. Logo on all event promotional communication to prospective attendees. Recognised in all communications to registered delegates. Acknowledgement on all social media platforms Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin (to include dedicated messaging from the LOC). Recognised from the podium at the start of each day s keynotes and at the conclusion of last sessions each day. Logo branding included on Thank you to our Platinum Partners displayed on all digital screens throughout the congress venue. Two pre-and one post blast to all opt-in delegates ahead of Congress. Insert into the delegate pack. Post Event Access to the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 attendee database where permission has been granted by the delegates Additional Value, worth 5,000 each This Principal Partner package is significantly enhanced, for free by the choice of one of two congress lunch partnerships. Inventory includes Acknowledged in the congress programme as one of our dedicated lunch partners. Acknowledged on the holding sides within the venue as our lunch partner. A5 branded signage at the catering area recognising you as our lunch partner. Opportunity to display a pop up banner at the catering point, announcing that your company is todays lunch partner. Opportunity to provide a suitable gift or piece of collateral to be included within the delegate bag. 10

11 Gold Partners 20,000 A range of rights and benefits will be agreed to optimise the benefits of an Gold Partner and to meet your organisation s business and marketing objectives. We have identified an extensive list of components in this Gold Package which are outlined below. There is a high degree of flexibility within this packages, to ensure that your organisation s specific partner requirements are achieved. Official Designation as Gold Partner of World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Coverage for your organisation on all World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 promotional materials in the run up to the congress, which includes all printed announcements and all e-zine campaigns. Branding on the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Partners page of the website to include your organisation s logo and biography. Use of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 image in your organisation s promotional activities tied to World Down Syndrome Congress 2018, once agreed with the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 organisers. One pre-and one post blast to all opt-in delegates ahead of Congress. Insert into the delegate pack. Additional value worth 2,500 each This Gold Partner package is significantly enhanced for free by the choice of one of four Congress Coffee partnerships. Inventory include Acknowledged in the congress programme as one of our dedicated coffee partners. Acknowledged on the holing sides within the venue as one of our dedicated coffee partners. A5 branded signage at the coffee area recognising you as one of our dedicated coffee partners. At World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Premium exhibition space - 6 sq. m. 3m x 2m. 5 complimentary registrations. 4 complimentary tickets to the Congress Dinner. 4 complimentary tickets to the Scottish Social evening. A half page colour advert in the congress programme. Opportunity to address delegates at the closing ceremony. Recognised in all communications to registered delegates. Acknowledgement on all social media platforms Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin (to include dedicated messaging from the LOC). Recognised from the podium at the Welcome Reception Logo branding included on Thank you to our Gold Partners displayed on all digital screens throughout the congress venue. 11

12 Silver Partners 10,000 A range of rights and benefits will be agreed to optimise the benefits of an Silver Partner and to meet your organisation s business and marketing objectives. Official Designation as Silver Partner of World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Branding on the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Partners page of the website to include your organisation s logo and biography. Use of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 image in your organisation s promotional activities tied to World Down Syndrome Congress 2018, once agreed with the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 organisers. At World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Exhibition space - 6 sq. m. 3m x 2m. 3 complimentary registrations. 2 complimentary tickets to the Congress Dinner. 2 complimentary tickets to the Scottish Social evening. A quarter page colour advert in the congress programme. Recognised in all communications to registered delegates. Acknowledgement on all social media platforms Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin (to include dedicated messaging from the LOC). Logo branding included on Thank you to our Silver Partners displayed on all digital screens throughout the congress venue. One er to all opt-in delegates ahead of Congress. Insert into the delegate pack. 12

13 Bronze Partners 5,000 A range of rights and benefits will be agreed to optimise the benefits of our Bronze Partners and to meet your organisation s business and marketing objectives. Official Designation as Bronze Partner of World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Branding on the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Partners page of the website to include your organisation s logo and biography. Use of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 image in your organisation s promotional activities tied to World Down Syndrome Congress 2018, once agreed with the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 organisers. At World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Exhibition space - 6 sq. m. 3m x 2m. 3 complimentary registrations. 1 complimentary ticket to the Congress Dinner. 1 complimentary tickets to the Scottish Social evening. A quarter page colour advert in the congress programme. Recognised in all communications to registered delegates. Acknowledgement on all social media platforms Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin (to include dedicated messaging from the LOC). Logo branding included on Thank you to our Bronze Partners displayed on all digital screens throughout the congress venue. One er to all opt-in delegates ahead of Congress. Insert into the delegate pack. 13

14 Congress Gala Dinner 15,000 Align your company with the biggest social event of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 congress and engage with the delegates on a social level to increase your brand awareness amongst World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 delegates. Your company will receive the following branding inventory: Branding on the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 dedicated social page of website to include your organisation s logo and biography. Approximately four campaigns promoting the Congress Gala Dinner with your company listed as a Partner (subject to booking date). Logo branding included on Thank you to our exclusive Partners displayed on all digital screens throughout the congress dinner venue. Complimentary Table at the Congress Gala Dinner (Max 10 people). Company logo to be included on major signage at the Congress Gala Dinner. Exclusive branding opportunities on the dinner menus. Acknowledgement at the Congress Gala Dinner Welcome Speech. A half page colour advert in awards programme. You will have the opportunity to provide: A two-minute introduction speech to the attendees. Digital advert which will appear on 2 digital screens within the Congress Gala Dinner venue. A gift for the guests on each of the tables. 14

15 Patrons 2,500 A range of rights and benefits will be agreed to optimise the benefits of our Patrons and to meet your organisation s business and marketing objectives. Official Designation as Associate Partner of World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Branding on the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Partners page of the website to include your organisation s logo and biography. Use of the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 image in your organisation s promotional activities tied to World Down Syndrome Congress 2018, once agreed with the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 organisers. At World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 Exhibition space - 6 sq. m. 3m x 2m. 2 complimentary registration. Acknowledgement on all social media platforms Twitter, Facebook and Linkedin (to include dedicated messaging from the LOC). Logo branding included on Thank you to our Patron Partners displayed on all digital screens throughout the congress venue. One er to all opt-in delegates ahead of Congress. Insert into the delegate pack. 15

16 Individual Partnership Opportunities Congress Lunch (1 day) 5,000 Congress Notepad 950 Congress Pen 500 Congress Lanyard 3,000 Congress Bag 5,000 Tea / Coffee Break 3,500 App Advert 750 Insert into the Delegate Pack 650 Blast 750 Further details of the specific branding on all of the above will be supplied on request. 16

17 Advertising Opportunities Full Page Advert - Cover* 950 Full page full colour advertisement in a cover position the congress programme. Full Page Advert* 650 Full page full colour advertisement in the congress programme. Half Page Advert* 450 Half page full colour advertisement in the congress programme. Quarter Page Advert* 250 Quarter page full colour advertisement in the congress programme. *Please note: Partners will be required to supply print ready artwork. Before you go 750 Before the congress, an reminding all the important practical information will be sent to the pre-registered delegates. As sponsor of this your company logo will be posted on the . Exclusive to a maximum of two partners. Promotion & Media The organisers are here to make you feel a real partner of the congress and to ensure you maximise your investment! Ask for congress banners to use in your marketing campaigns to your clients - to promote your presence at the congress. Ask for the congress logo to use in your marketing campaigns as well as in print advertisements and promotional material (reserved to Premium & Quality Sponsors). Inform your contacts database of your participation in the event via blasts or newsletters. Send press releases to trade and medical publications. Post the congress banner on your company website. 17

18 Exhibition Opportunities The Exhibition of World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 will be held in the SEC, Glasgow, Scotland. This provides an excellent opportunity for delegates to interact with commercial companies and to familiarise themselves with the latest advances within their field. Our delegates increasingly welcome the opportunity to tap into the expertise provided by exhibitions to answer questions and provide product demonstrations. In addition to the commercial exhibition and the scientific posters, lunch, tea and coffee breaks will take place in the exhibition area in order to maximise the amount of time delegates spend within the exhibition. Category: Price: Third sector organisations and social enterprises 700 Government and public departments 850 Private sector and companies 1050 The price includes: 6qm (3m (w) x 2m (l) shell scheme stand Company name board Floor covering 1 table and 2 chairs 2 x 120w spotlights and 1 x 500w electrical socket 1 exhibitor pass (includes lunch and refreshments on exhibition open days), extra exhibitor passes can be booked at an additional cost The exhibiting company will be listed in the exhibition section in the World Down Syndrome Congress 2018 final programme. All additional AV equipment, furniture, printed material, etc. can be booked through our preferred suppliers. Their details will be available through the exhibitor s manual which will be communicated to all confirmed exhibitors in early May Can you afford not to be there? Make sure you take advantage of the opportunity to reach an international target audience at this congress. Enhance your strategic position in the market with cleaver branding. Maximise your return on investment. Enhance your visual impact with an exhibition stand. Seize this unique opportunity to meet the delegates face to face. 18

19 Partnership, Advertising & Exhibition Booking Application Please scan and complete this form and it along with an EPS version of your company logo and a 75 word company biography to Ashley Cook ashley.cook@conferencepartners.com Partnership I would like to confirm (Please specify what Partnership you would like to confirm) Total Cost: plus VAT at 20% Advertising Full page full colour advertisements in the congress programme: cover positions: 950 QTY: Full page full colour advertisements in the congress programme: 650 QTY: Half page full colour advertisements in the conference programme: 450 QTY: Total Cost of Advertising Exhibition I would like to confirm exhibition of: Booth size in sq. m. Cost per square meter: Total Cost: plus VAT at 20% Exhibitor Badges Names Note: Two exhibitor passes are included with every 6sq. m Additional Exhibitor Badges Names, cost of 120 each Organisation s VAT Registration Number: Note: All VAT registered UK organisations availing of Partnership and exhibition opportunities are subject to VAT at 20%. All VAT registered EU organisations will not be charged VAT on Partnership if a VAT number is included on the booking Application below. All exhibition is subject to VAT at 20%. VAT Registration Number Name: Organisation: Address that will appear on the invoice: City, State, Zip/Postal Code: Phone: Fax: Signature Please or return this form to the address below, if you require further information please contact: Ashley Cook, Conference Partners Ltd, Exchange Place 2, 5 Semple Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BL, UK Tel: + 44 (0) ashley.cook@conferencepartners.com Payment Policy: 100% payment is due on booking. The Partner/exhibitor s logo and company biography will not be included on any promotional materials until full payment is received. Cancellation Policy: For cancellations made: - Up to and including 29 May 2018, 75% of the total package cost will be retained - From 30 May 2018, 100% of the total package cost will be retained. The cancellation fee of the Partnership amount is subject to VAT at 20% Please note: Full details of the exhibition area, set-up times, goods receipt, electricity etc. will be sent to you in May

20 Meet New Business Partners // Gather New Knowledge // Foster Collaborations Meet Experts // Generate New Ideas // Network Internationally Get in touch Ashley Cook, WDSC 2018 Commercial and Sponsorship Manager Conference Partners International Ltd. Exchange Place 2, 5 Semple Street, Edinburgh, EH3 8BL, UK Tel: + 44 (0) ashley.cook@conferencepartners.com