sponsorship brochure

Sands Expo Center | Las Vegas, NV | Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
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 As a sponsor you can benefit from:

Brand exposure: Gain immediate competitive advantage for your

At APCO 2018, APCO’s Annual Conference and Expo, we have a wide
range of sponsorship and advertising opportunities available for our
exhibitors with any budget.
If you are looking to build awareness of your brand in the emergency
communications market, it doesn’t get bigger than APCO 2018 in Las
Vegas. Drive traffic and/or business appointments to your booth and
maximize the impact of this industry event on your business.
If you would like to discuss our sponsorship and exhibitor packages in
more detail, please contact Lisa C. Williams, CMP, CEM, Director of
Corporate Outreach at williamsL2@apcointl.org.
business – ensure your brand is known within the emergency
communications industry.
Drive traffic to your booth: As an exhibitor at APCO 2018, our
sponsorship opportunities will help to drive traffic to your booth –
valuable visitors who you can do business with.
Your competitors are also sponsoring: If you are considering
sponsoring at APCO 2018, then your competitors are too – ensure
it’s your company that attendees are seeing this year in Las Vegas.
We have a package to suit your budget and goals: Whether you
have a small budget or a large budget, we have the package to suit
you – and however much you spend, your name will be seen by over
2,800 attendees.

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Attendee education & special onsite visibility - sponsorship custom package
Communication specialty items events sands expo levels options

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attendee communication
Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
Banner Ad on APCO 2018 Website Home Page Program Guide Advertising
$1,000/per month, 1 available - Place your ad in the official APCO 2018 program guide. The guide will be in the
January - February SOLD! hands of every attendee, not only during APCO 2018, but long after they return
to work. Ads can now be purchased directly from the exhibitor portal.
$1,500/per month, 1 available - Exhibitor Non-exhibitor
March- April SOLD!
Section Tab - Front or Back $3,200 $4,000
$2,000/per month, 1 available- Section Tab Combo - Front and Back $4,000 $5,500
May - September SOLD!
Full Page $2,500 $3,100
Place your banner ad on the home 1/2 Page $1,500 $1,875
page of the APCO 2018 website.
This page receives over 300,000 1/4 Page $600 $900
hits throughout the year. Banner Business Card $350 $650
ads can be purchased directly
through the exhibitor portal.

Email Ads
$2,000/per email - Full Prospect Reach
$1,500/per email - Attendee Reach (registered attendees & exhibitors)
Full Page Section Tab 1/2 Page 1/4 Page Business Card
Floor Plan Advertising Package
$5,000 (4 available) Advertising Bundles
$5,000 - Program Guide, App & Email Bundle
Get an ad placed and
Bundle a full page ad in the program guide, in the exhibitor listing in the
booth highlighted on
conference app and one email banner.
one of the oversized
exhibitor locators $250 - Program Guide & App Bundle
placed throughout the
exhibit hall. Company Display your company logo next to your company name in the program guide
logo, exhibitor listing and in the exhibitor listing in the conference app.
and booth will also be
highlighted on the fold Conference App
out map in the program $20,000 SOLD!
guide.
Program Guide Covertip
$7,000 SOLD!

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education specialty items
Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
Attendee Session Break Attendee Gift- Water Bottle (pictured right)
$7,500 (2 available) $12,000 PENDING
Be the sponsor of the attendee break on Sunday Help our attendees beat the heat! Increase your
or Wednesday and give attendees the fuel they visibility by sponsoring the APCO 2018 bottles
need. Sponsor is recognized on onsite signage, that attendees will use long after the conference.
in the program guide, in the conference app Sponsor Deadline: April 2, 2018
and in an email banner to confirmed conference
attendees. AFC Advisor Shirts
$4,000 SOLD!
Session Recordings
$10,000 Attendee Bag (pictured right)
Become a sponsor of the professional $20,000 SOLD!
development session recordings. As the exclusive
sponsor your logo is displayed where session Conference Committee & Volunteer Shirts
recordings are promoted along with a host of $5,000 SOLD!
other visibility.
Conference Notebooks
AFC Resource Lab $10,000 SOLD!
$7,500 SOLD!
Mission Systems
Hotel Keys - Venetian/Palazzo
Health & Wellness Program – Exclusive $9,500 SOLD!
$20,000 SOLD!
Shoeshine
$3,000 SOLD!

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special events
Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
Connect & Celebrate Reception & Dinner AFC Advisors Appreciation Luncheon
$40,000 $5,500 SOLD!
A special event at APCO 2018 where attendees
enjoy dinner and live entertainment as the
The APCO Block Party!
new president is sworn in. The sponsor has the $50,000 SOLD!
opportunity to make brief comments and highly
visible recognition onsite and on marketing BOD/VIP Exec. Council Event
$15,000 SOLD!
materials promoting the dinner.

Food for Thought Luncheon Distinguished Achievers Breakfast

$35,000 SOLD!
$20,000 PENDING
Become the exclusive sponsor of the luncheon Opening General Session Keynote Addressing Crowd at APCO 2017 Opening General Session

that hosts over 1,000 attendees. You have the $50,000 SOLD!
opportunity to make brief remarks and introduce
the keynote speaker. Several awards are presented International Welcome Reception
recognizing the achievements of those in the
$5,000 SOLD!
industry. Recognition also includes visibility onsite,
your logo on the table tent cards and on marketing
materials promoting the luncheon.
Presidential Reception
$15,000 PENDING
New Attendee Reception
$10,000
Young Professionals Mixer
$2,500 SOLD!
Welcome first time conference attendees to APCO
2018 by sponsoring this reception. Sponsor get
the opportunity to network with attendees and Sponsor Giving Remarks at APCO 2017 Distinguished Achievers Breakfast
make brief remarks. Recognition on all materials
promoting this event.

PSAP Tours
$3,000/per tour

This is a great opportunity for some face time with

attendees. Company representatives are welcome
to ride along and address the group.

To see a list of available tours,

visit www.apco2018.org

Attendees Enjoying Entertainment at APCO 2017 Connect & Celebrate Dinner

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onsite visibility – sands expo
Attendee Lunch Credits
$10,000/day (2 available)
Attendees receive lunch credits to be used at
food stations inside the exhibit hall towards the
purchase of lunch. Promote your company on
the vouchers and gain recognition on applicable
marketing collateral and onsite signage.
Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
Digital Signage - Event Directory Escalator Side Panels (located in exhibit hall)
$3,500 each (4 available) $6,000 (2 locations available)
Your 15-second video will display alongside the Spread your message on the side of escalators
schedule at a glance. This digital board is located located inside the exhibit hall.
on the lower level.

Column Wrap Systems

Check online for pricing and locations.
Wrap your brand on columns in high traffic areas
throughout the convention center for all to see.

Expo Aisle Signs

APCO 2017 4 Signs - $5,000 (3 available) 1 of 4
8.3 Aisle Signs
Sponsor all or a group of 4
aisle signs in the expo. Your
custom graphics will be
displayed on the bottom of
the signs and APCO 2018
Digital Signage - Double-Sided Escalator attendees will see your brand
as they navigate through the
$2,500 each (8 available)
exhibit hall.
Catch attendee’s attention as they ride the
escalator while navigating through APCO 2018
with a 15-second video.

A - 48”x120” Qty1 Double-Sided B - 48”x120” Qty1 Double-Sided C - 48”x120” Qty1 Double-Sided D - 48”x120” Qty1 Double-Sided E - 48”x120” Qty1 Double-Sided
4” Pole Pockets Top & Bottom 4” Pole Pockets Top & Bottom 4” Pole Pockets Top & Bottom 4” Pole Pockets Top & Bottom 4” Pole Pockets Top & Bottom

Graphic Panels
Panel
A-Q
Qty
1 each
Side
2
Size
48” x 120”
Substrate
Vinyl Banner
8.3
AISLE SIGNS

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Show Information Contractor Information Designer Information Production Check List
Show Name Project Location Contractor Name Designer Name Print
APCO 2017 Denver, CO Tradeshow Logistics Steve Shallenberger Production

Glass Clings
$1000 each (10 available)
Wrap your message on one, two or all of these
glass clings that will be visible by attendees as they
make their way to the exhibit hall.
Hanging Banners
$3,700-$6,000 - Outside the Exhibit Hall
$5,000 - Inside the Exhibit Hall
Check online for pricing and locations.
Promote your brand and get noticed daily
with hanging banners located throughout the
convention center.
Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
Network & Recharge Lounge Waste Receptacles
$10,000 - Exclusive $10,000 for all 20 receptacles
Attendees love to stop by this lounge located Get your message noticed by branding what people
right in the exhibit hall to relax and enjoy an use most - the trash cans! Get your brand on these
afternoon treat, making this sponsorship a great receptacles located in high traffic areas where APCO
way to promote your company on a large scale. attendees will walk.
Your company logo will be featured on overhead
signage, a two-panel ad wall and in the program
guide. You’ll also have the opportunity to
distribute approved literature in the area.
Oversized Freestanding Signage
$1,930 each (2 available)
Spread the word on 48”W x 96”H signage displayed in
high traffic areas in the convention center.
Expo Entrance Unit
$15,000 SOLD!
Floor Decals
$1,750 each SOLD!
FLoor Decal & Hanging Banner Package
$5,000 SOLD!
Massage Booth
$5,500 SOLD!
Registration Package
$50,000 SOLD!
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sponsorship levels Recognition in the exhibitor listing in the
Diamond Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Supporter

program guide
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APCO 2018 sponsors are given exclusive benefits
and recognition that are commensurate with their Company acknowledged prominently on
total level of participation. the APCO 2018 website
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Recognition on the sponsor page in the
Create a customized package to fit the needs of      
program guide
your company and gain access to the following
benefits: Company listed as sponsor by level
wherever sponsors are collectively     
Diamond - $75,000+ SOLD! listed
Designed for a world leading organization, this Invite for two company senior executives
prestigious package offers complete visibility to sponsor reception
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across the entire event.
Logo in sponsor listing on conference app     
Platinum - $50,000 - $74,999 Tickets to all ticketed events 8 6 4 2
The platinum packages offer excellent positioning
and opportunities for six industry leading Pre-show attendee list (*available weekly) *   
organizations to bring your brand's awareness to Post-show attendee list   
the next level.
One item in the attendee bags given to all
Gold - $25,000 - $49,999 registered attendees
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Participation as a gold sponsor provides your Ad in program guide Tab ½ Pg. Biz. Card
company with an excellent way to raise your
Complimentary meeting room at the
profile to key purchasers across a global platform.  
convention center
Silver *- $10,000 - $24,999 Floor decal  
The silver package offers your company the
opportunity to network and present to key Carpet logo  
decision makers. Presentation Theater session/product demo  
in the expo
Bronze* - $5,000 - $9,999 1 hour 30 mins

A bronze sponsorship shows your company's Upgraded online exhibitor listing 3-star 2-star
dedication and commitment to the public safety One session in the professional development
community. tracks
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Company logo displayed on all interior
Supporter - less than $5,000 pages of website
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Highlight your brand, even on a budget, to further
your return on investment. Full set of session recordings 
Company logo displayed on cover of
program guide
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*See the next page for custom package options.

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custom package options
Conference: August 5-8 | Expo: August 6-7
Custom Silver Package Custom Bronze Package
Pick one sponsorship item from boxes 1 through 4 below. Pick one sponsorship item from box 2 and one item from boxes 3 or 4.

box box
1 2
Hanging Banner (valued at $5,600) Column Cling (valued at $3,800)
Attendee Session Break (valued at $7,500) Program Guide, App & Email Bundle (valued at $5,000)
Expo Aisle Signs (4) (valued at $5,000) Floor Plan Advertising Package (valued at $5,000)

box box
4
Pre-Show Attendee List (valued at $475) Post-Show Attendee List (valued at $525)

3
60-Minute Session in Presentation Theater (valued at $800) 30-Minute Session in Presentation Theater (valued at $500)
Program Guide & App Bundle (valued at $250) Program Guide & App Bundle (valued at $250)
1/4 Page Advertisement in Program Guide (valued at $600) 1/2 Page Advertisement in Program Guide (valued at $600)

To create a customized package that is right for you, please contact Lisa C. Williams, at williamsL2@apcointl.org.

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