Become a sponsor or exhibitor at the Biopolymers Symposium 2013

Connecting end users with the latest applications, the most innovative technologies and the most reliable suppliers June 11-12, 2013Chicago, IL“Good coverage of bioplastics issues across their life cycle, from crops through usage to end of life options”Polymer Scientist, Scion“A great place for the whole biopolymers supply chain to communicate and exchange ideas”Technical Associate, Colgate Palmolive“This seems to become the most important conference on bioplastics in the USA”Lab Manager, Organic Waste Systems“Great opportunity to learn, debate and share ideas with really smart and motivated leaders making positive change.”Green Chef, MethodReach thousands of bioplastics leaders today by sponsoring or exhibiting at Biopolymers 2013All sponsorship and exhibition packages include:• The opportunity to post news releases and other relevant industry information in our online press room; • Discounts for your clients and customers to attend the conference; • Promotion to more than 7,000 email subscribers; and • Access to marketing and public relations guidance to help you make the most out of your experience.The 8th Annualwww.biopolymersummit.com The right job titles. The right companies. The decision makers you’ve been looking for.The Biopolymers Symposium 2013 will connect you with the most innovative leaders in the bioplastics industry. Whether you’re targeting executives and senior-level managers; product developers, manufacturers and marketers; or bioplastics professionals, you’ll have the opportunity to build relationships throughout the entire supply chain.Contact Brian Santos at +1 207 781 9618 or bsantos@smithers.com to learn more about the many ways we can help you grow your company in 2013 and beyond.The most comprehensive U.S. bioplastics conference June 11-12, 2013 Chicago, ILAn Earth Friendly SolutionPAST SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORSDELEGATE PROFILEBusiness Development/Management 41% R&D, Techologists, Chemists, Engineers 28% Sales and Marketing 15% VC/Consultants/Regulations/Academics 14% Other 2% SPONSORSHIP PACKAGESAll sponsorship packages include:• Tabletop and space for a 10x10 exhibit pop up in the exhibit hall• Your logo on the conference website with a link to your website• Your logo on the conference marketing e-blasts with a link to your website • Company logo and description in conference proceedings (1/2 page)• 2 places for exhibit booth staff• 2 registrations to the technical conference on June 11-12• Unlimited discounted registrations to the technical conference for your colleagues and clients• Complete attendee list provided before and after the conference Branding SponsorshipsUSBs, Video, Post-conference Link Sponsorship $10,000We’ll splash your company logo on the USB, conference video and on the e-mail sent for the proceedings link post-conferenceWi-Fi Sponsorship $8,500Attendees want to stay connected with their colleagues and family back home. They’ll have a dedicated network to log on to courtesy of you.Bioplastics Staging Style Package $7,500Underwrite the panel debates to make sure your logo is front and center during what is sure to be the liveliest sessions the bioplastics community has ever seenLunch Bag Sponsorship $7,000Would you like 200+ bioplastics leaders (and all of their colleagues) to think about your company at least once a day (usually around noon)?Lanyards Sponsorship $6,500Nothing’s more awkward than staring at your future client wearing your competitor’s logo around their neck. Snag this opportunity earlyTote Bags Sponsorship $6,000They’ll take you to the grocery store, to the library, to work….Luggage Tags Sponsorship $5,500Make sure Biopolymers Symposium attendees think of you at every other conference and business trip they take this year.Pens Sponsorship $5,000Available at every place in the conference room and fits in everyone’s luggage to take home.Conference Notebooks Sponsorship $5,000The perfect place for attendees to jot down everything they learn and refer back to it again and againWelcome Pop -up Entrance Displays Sponsorship $5,000Your logo on the Pop up displays (2) at the entrance of the conference room, displayed during the entire conference Sponsor a Student $4,500Your company will be recognized from the podium and in the conference books as an industry leader who supports the future leaders of the bioplastics industryAdd value to your sponsorship or exhibition package Proceedings Book - One page Full color Ad $1,250• Ad content & design to be provided by sponsoring companyProceedings Book – Back Cover Full color Ad $1,750• Ad content & design to be provided by sponsoring companyJust starting up?The Biopolymers Symposium 2013 is an amazing opportunity to put your innovations in front of the biggest players in the industry. Unlike large tradeshows, your organization won’t be lost in the crowd and you’ll have the opportunity to reach every single attendee if you put your mind to it…and we know you will.Want more information? Contact Brian Santos at +1 207 781 9618 or bsantos@smithers.com.The most comprehensive U.S. bioplastics conference June 11-12, 2013 Chicago, ILEvent SponsorshipsGrand Evening Exhibit Hall Reception - June 11 $11,000 Drinks, hors d’oeurves and a pop up display saying that it’s all courtesy of youTour the Field Museum throughout the Symposium SOLD TO BASFFrom dinosaurs to DNA to the Abbott Hall of Conservation Restoring Earth, attendees will make the most out of their experience thanks to your organization.Conference Day 1 - Buffet Lunch Package $7,000Attendees will break bread next to your logo.Conference Day 1 OR 2 –Breakfast Package $5,000 each dayEveryone loves the company who brings the coffee to the meetingNetworking Breaks $5,000Connecting people throughout the Biopolymers SymposiumIncludes all breaks throughout the SymposiumEXHIBIT PACKAGEExhibit packages include:• Tabletop and space for a 10x10 exhibit pop up, 2 chairs• Your logo on the conference website with a link to your website• Your logo on the conference marketing e-blasts with a link to your website• Company logo and description in conference proceedings (1/2 page)• 2 places for exhibit booth staff• Unlimited discounted registrations to the technical conference for your colleagues and clientsPrice: $2,500Meet qualified buyers, build key industry relationships and generate leads. 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