Pre-Order for 2020
“Thought Leadership” Sponsor
Brand Experience
▪ Opportunity to present an RCC approved, 40- 45 minute “Thought Leadership Sponsor” on Main Stage with a full audience (Day 1 or Day 2)
Advertising
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ Logo on sponsor “Thank You” page in STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Logo on select marketing collateral (e-blasts, mailers, etc.)
▪ Presence in the event program
– Full page ad
– Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on event signage
– Thank You Signage
– Showcase Signage
– Logo beside Showcase timeslot in the program (on-line version also)
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ 4 complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate
Additional Sponsorship Opportunities
Consider getting your brand in front of RCC’s Award Gala attendees:
Excellence in Retail Awards (ERA) May 29th (following the conference) The Excellence in Retailing Awards recognizes the Canadian retail industry's top achievers in a variety of categories. The submissions come from a wide range of retailers and highlight new and creative innovations in areas ranging from technology to corporate social responsibility, to marketing and communications. ▪ Canadian Hall of Fame Award - $15,500
▪ Awards (10 different categories to choose from) - $10,000
For more information, please contact: Sponsorship opportunities: Exhibitor Opportunities: Mary Markou Nikita Patel Sr. Director, Sponsorship Sponsorship Representative 416-467-3755 416–467-3745 mmarkou@retailcouncil.org npatel@retailcouncil.org
Please note: Active membership with Retail Council of Canada is required in order to participate as a sponsor/exhibitor at this event.
Breakfast Sponsor Day 2 Only (Day 1 SOLD!)
Event Material and Onsite Signage
• Logo on select collateral material including email promotions
• Presence in the Event Program including, Logo & website listed in sponsor directory and Logo
• placed beside the Breakfast Sponsor timeslot in the program (printed & on-line versions)
- • Logo on Signage o Thank You Signage
- o “Breakfast Sponsor” Sign & Tent Cards
- • Presence on main stage screen
- o Logo presence on main stage screen as “Breakfast Sponsor ”
Online Presence
• Corporate logo & link to your website from the RCC STORE page (pre & post event)
Networking Opportunity
• Three (3) Complimentary Registrations to the Full Conference
• Access to discounted rate for additional passes
Cocktail Reception
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Presence in the Event Program
- ½ page Ad
- Logo placed beside the Networking Reception timeslot in the program (printed and online versions)
- Logo and website listed in the sponsor directory
▪ Logo on Signage
- Sponsor “Thank You” Sign
- “Reception” Sign & Tent Cards
- Presence on Main State Screen
- Logo representation on the “Reception Sponsor” slide on Main Hall Stage
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & Link to your website from the RCC Event page (pre & post event)
Networking Opportunity
▪ Two (2) Complimentary Registrations to the full conference
Brand Experience/ P.R.
▪ Podium mentions during Reception: “Reception generously sponsored by __”
Concurrent Session Sponsor
Brand Experience/P.R.
▪ Opportunity to have a Sr. Executive introduce the Speaker
▪ Podium mentions: “Concurrent Session Sponsor ____”
Advertising
▪ Logo on sponsor “Thank You” page ad in STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Presence in the event program
– Phone number &/or website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on event signage
– Thank You signage
– Concurrent Session signage
– Logo beside Concurrent Session timeslot in the program (print and on-line)
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ 1 complimentary registration to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate
Exhibitor Booth
Pricing
▪ 10 x 10 - $5,750 + 2 full conference passes
▪ 10 x 20 - $11,500 + 4 full conference passes
▪ 20 x 20 - $20,000 + 8 full conference passes
Exhibitors receive:
▪ Booth space at a height of 8’ and draping along the back and sides.
Event Material and On-site Signage
• Presence in the Event Program
• Your company name listed on the exhibitor guide, indicating booth location
Online Presence
• Your company name listed in the on-site program, indicating booth location
Networking Opportunity
• See above for number of Complimentary Registrations to the Full Conference (based on size of booth)
• Access to discounted rate for additional passes
(NOTE: Prior to the event, all exhibitors will be provided with an exhibitor manual kit containing show order forms for additional services and furnishing (i.e. electricity, internet, carpeting, furnishings.)
Exhibitor Opportunities:
Nikita Patel Sponsorship Representative
416–467-3745
npatel@retailcouncil.org
Fast5 ‘Thought Leadership’ Sponsor
Brand Experience/P.R.
- • Opportunity to have a representative from your company present a FIVE minute presentation on the Main Stage regarding what your company has to offer
NOTE: this is not a sales pitch, but an opportunity to showcase your business, especially NEW solutions.
Event Material and On-site Signage
- • Presence in the Event Program o ¼ page full colour ad
- o Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
- • Logo on “Sponsor Thank You” Signage
- • Logo Presence on main stage screens
Online Presence
- • Corporate logo & link to your website from the RCC Event page (pre & post event)
Networking Opportunity
- • Two (2) Complimentary Conference Registrations
Lunch n’ Learn Sponsored Speaker
Brand Experience
▪ Develop, coordinate and deliver a 20-minute speaking session during the lunch session time slot. (NOTE: Content will require pre-approval by RCC)
Advertising
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ 2 “tweets” from RCC regarding your participation in the final week prior to the event
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Presence in the Event Program
– Phone number &/or website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on Event Signage
– Thank You signage
– Lunch n’ Learn session signage
– Logo beside Lunch Session timeslot in the program
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ 3 complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate
Lunch Sponsor Day 1 or Day 2
Event Material and Onsite Signage
• Presence in the Event Program
o ¼ page ad
o Logo placed beside the lunch timeslot in the program (printed and online versions
Logo on Signage
• Sponsor “Thank You” Sign”
• “Lunch” Sign & Tent Cards
Presence on main stage screen
• Logo representation on the “lunch sponsor” slide on main hall stage
Online Presence
• Corporate logo & link to your website from the RCC Event page (pre-post event)
Networking Opportunity
• Two (2) complimentary registrations to the full conference
Brand Experience/P.R.
• Podium mentions during Lunch: “Lunch generously sponsored by ___”
Mobile App Sponsor
Brand Experience
▪ Opportunity to have presence on the Mobile App
▪ Logo/Ad on the opening screen
▪ Rotating Banner on the app home page
▪ Podium mentions: “Mobile App Sponsor ____”
Advertising
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ 4 “tweets” from RCC regarding your participation 2 weeks prior to STORE
▪ ½ page ad in the STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
▪ Logo on sponsor “Thank You” page in STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Logo on select marketing material (e-blasts, mailers, etc.)
▪ Logo recognition throughout mobile app
▪ Presence in the event program
– Full page ad
– Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on event signage
– Thank you signage
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ Four (4) complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate
Presenting Sponsor
Brand Experience
▪ Opportunity to have a Sr. Executive give RCC scripted “Opening remarks”
▪ Premium exhibit space
▪ Opportunity to be exclusive lanyard supplier of branded lanyards for name badges for STORE Conference
▪ Multiple podium mentions: “Presented by ____”
Advertising ▪ Media campaign &/or played on the main stage
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ Full page advertorial- print and digital- in Canadian Retailer Magazine
▪ Logo on event promo ad in other RCC event programs, as available
▪ Logo on event ad in trade magazines, as available
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Logo on all marketing collateral
▪ Logo on 6 exterior parking lot light posts
▪ Significant presence in the event program
– Full page ad
– “Message from the Sponsor” page (RCC written/Sponsor approved)
– Logo on bottom left of every page layout
– Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on all event signage
▪ Logo on bottom left of all slides on all stage presentations
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ 6 complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Complimentary VIP table of 8 to attend GRAND PRIX dinner
▪ Complimentary VIP table of 8 to attend ERA dinner
Re-charge Lounge
Lounge will provide delegates with a space to re-charge their body, mind and devices.
Brand Experience
▪ 20x20 space in the Networking Hall designed for delegates to relax and recharge mobile devices.
Advertising
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ 3 “tweets” from RCC regarding your participation 2 weeks prior to STORE
▪ 3 push notifications each day from the mobile app to drive traffic
▪ Logo on sponsor “Thank You” page in STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Logo on select collateral material (e-blasts, mailers, etc.)
▪ Presence in the Event Program
– ½ Page Ad
– Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on Event Signage
– Thank You Signage
– Lounge Signage
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ 4 complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate
Refreshment Sponsor (Morning & Afternoon Break) Day 1 or Day 2
Morning Break Sponsor Day 2- SOLD!
Event Material and Onsite Signage
• Logo places beside the Morning Refreshment Break timeslot in the program (printed and online versions)
- • Refreshment Break Sign & Tent Cards o Logo on Sponsorship page
- o Logo on “Sponsor Thank You” Signage
- o Logo Presence on main stage screens
Online Presence
• Corporate logo & link to your website from the RCC Event page (pre & post event)
Networking Opportunity
• Two (2) complimentary conference registration will be provided for use by representatives of your organization
• Opportunity to purchase additional passes at a discounted rate
Registration Sponsor
Event Material and Onsite Signage
• Presence in the Event Program
• Logo places beside the registration timeslot in the program (printed and online versions)
• Logo, phone number and/or website listed in sponsor directory
• Logo on Signage
• Sponsor “Thank You” sign
• Registration Signage
Presence on Main Stage
• Logo representation on the “Registration Sponsor” slide on Main Hall Stage
Online Presence
• Corporate logo & link to your website from the RCC event page (pre and post event)
• Logo recognition on the online registration and fax forms • Two (2) complimentary passes to the entire conference
• Opportunity to purchase additional passes at a discounted rate
Networking Opportunity
• Two (2) complimentary passes to the entire conference
• Opportunity to purchase additional passes at a discounted rate
Super Session Sponsor
Brand Experience
▪ Opportunity to have a Sr. Executive participate in a 10 minute “Power Chat” with the speaker backstage prior to session
▪ Opportunity to have a Sr. Executive introduce the speaker
▪ Podium mentions: “Super Session Sponsor ____”
Advertising
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ Logo on sponsor “Thank You” page in STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Logo on select marketing material (e-blasts, mailers, etc.)
▪ Presence in the event program
– Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on Event Signage
– Thank you signage
– Super session signage
– Logo beside super session timeslot in the program
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ Four (4) complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate
Thought Leadership” Sponsor
Brand Experience
▪ Opportunity to present an RCC approved, 40-45 minute “Thought Leadership” session during a Concurrent time slot (Day 1 or Day 2)
Advertising
▪ Opportunity to provide (upon approval of content by RCC) your company’s whitepaper/case study or thought leadership research on our Community Hubs webpage
▪ Logo on sponsor “Thank You” page in STORE edition of Canadian Retailer
Event Material and Onsite Signage
▪ Logo on select marketing collateral (e-blasts, mailers, etc.)
▪ Presence in the event program
– Full page ad
– Logo & website listed in sponsor directory
▪ Logo on event signage
– Thank You Signage
– Showcase Signage
– Logo beside Showcase timeslot in the program (on-line version also)
▪ Logo presence on main stage screen “Sponsor Loop”
Online Presence
▪ Corporate logo & link to your website on event site (pre & post)
Networking Opportunity
▪ 4 complimentary registrations to the full conference
▪ Opportunity to purchase additional conference passes at a reduced rate