Delight Conference

2016 Partnership Opportunities

Because companies that are loved, win

September 26-28Portland, OregonDelight.us/conference

About the event

OVERVIEW

Delight is a unique gathering of leaders passionate about bringing exceptional experiences to life. Living at the intersection of design, technology and business, Delight fosters a dynamic forum that introduces big ideas, encourages interactive discussions, and builds lasting connections.

As an Event Partner you and your organization are not just a sponsor, you’re a part of the Delight community. We seek partners who share the values that embody Delight and want to connect and engage in a meaningful way, not just a write a check. And we welcome and appreciate your support!

BEYOND THE EVENT

The Delight community interacts year-round through the online publication

Delight.us, webinars and regional forums.

Contact Carmen Hill at carmen@delight.us or 503-972-3579 for more

information on partnership opportunities.

PAST SPEAKERS

Daniel Romano Disney

Perry Hewitt Harvard University

Dean Cookson Virgin America

Golden Krishna Zappos Labs

James McQuivey Forrester Research

Genevieve Bell Intel Corporation

Abi Jones Google

Aaron Walter Mailchimp

Suzi Hamill Fidelity Investments

Dave Gray Author, Gamestorming

Suzanne Pellican Intuit

Josh Clark Author, Magical UX

Jenn Rubio Warby Parker

PARTICIPANT FEEDBACKWho attendsDelight draws a unique crowd of more than 400 business, design and technology leaders who are passionate about delivering meaningful customer experiences. The event connects peers working in a wide range of environments, from Fortune1000 enterprises to disruptive startups, spanning multiple roles and industries.

“Delight provides all the real quality of SXSW without all the fluff”– Marketing Director, TripAdvisor

“Great experience! I learned a lot, met people, and was inspired.”– VP Business Marketing, KinderCare Education

“Once again I came away from Delight wishing more of my coworkers were there.”– eCommerce lead, Xerox

“I was so impressed with the eventoverall—the content, the attendees,the venue. Really spectacular.”

“Portland was a beautiful location and the food was amazing!”

EXPERIENCE

Director of User Experience

Design DirectorChief Customer Officer

Interaction Designer

TECHNOLOGY & DIGITAL

VP/Director of DigitalDigital Strategist

EngineerDirector of Technology

BUSINESS & MARKETING

VP/Director MarketingCEO/Startup Founder

Product ManagerContent Strategist

WHO ATTENDS DELIGHT?AdidasAdobeAirbnbAir ProductsAmerican Fidelity CorporationArbella InsuranceAT&T CorporationAxway Inc.Banner BankBlue Shield of CaliforniaBMC SoftwareBoston Children’s HospitalBoston ScientificCambia Health SolutionsCapital OneCD BabyChange Healthcare CorporationCharles SchwabCisco SystemsClark UniversityColliers InternationalColumbia SportswearComcast Crowd CompassDaimlerDisneyElevation FitEmmaEsriEtsyFacebookFidelity InvestmentsForrester ResearchGoogle

Harvard Medical SchoolHealthsparqHewlett-Packard CompanyHubspotHumanaIlluminaInstrumentIntel CorporationIntercontinental Hotels GroupIntuitJanrainKaiser-PermanenteKimpton Hotels KinderCare EducationLattice Semiconductor GroupLiberty Mutual InsuranceLifesizeLionbridge TechnologiesMail ChimpMatch.comMayo ClinicMcAfeeMicrosoft CorporationModa HealthMt. Hood MeadowsNew England BiolabsNew RelicNikeNPROHSUPacificorpPeace CorpsPew Charitable TrustsPortland General Electric

Progressive InsuranceRegence BlueCross BlueShieldREIRentrak CorporationSAIFCorporationSalem HealthSalesforce.comSamsungShopifySimpleSitecoreSouthwest AirlinesSquarespaceStandard InsuranceState FarmSunbeam ProductsTargetTektronixThe StandardTIAA-CREFTicketmasterTime WarnerTriMetTwitterUC BerkeleyUmpqua BankUrban AirshipUberVirgin AmericaWarby ParkerWistiaZapposZiba DesignZipcar

• Brands

• Public/Higher Ed/Nonprofit• Agencies

Past attendees include

WHY SUPPORT DELIGHT?Partnership opportunitiesPartnerships for Delight 2016 are available on a limited basis and designed to provide brands with unique access to business leaders and practitioners responsible for experience-driven programs.

Have something else in mind? We’ll work with you to craft a custom package.

We recognize all of our partners with a logo/link on the Delight.us website, marketing and signage, as well as social promotion via Facebook and Twitter. Other benefits vary based on level of support.

• Drive brand exposure and reach to senior-level experience and business leaders

focused on organizational change.

• Position your company among delightful

peers in an intimate conference forum.

• Gain access to speakers and peer leaders through VIP events and small group discussions.

• Extend your reach with integrated thought

leadership and community programs.

Level Description (details on following pages) Cost

Opening Party Partner (1 available)

• Exclusive host of our Opening Night Party at Portland’s hip Doug Fir Lounge

• Top billing throughout the event

$15,000

SignaturePartner (3 available)

• Top billing throughout the event• Premium activity or promotional sponsorship• Table in sponsor foyer • Year-round contribution to content &

community

$12,500

ProgramPartner

• Select main stage keynotes (4 available)• Day 3 intensives (2 available)• Day 2 field trips (8 available)

$7,500 $5kCall

ExperiencePartner

• Activities, toasts, concierge service, and other special touches

À la carte($1k–$10k)

In-kindPartner

• Swag, treats, t-shirts, transportation… Priceless

Opening Night Party Exclusive Partner$15,000 (1 available)

Nothing says lumberjack chic like the Doug Fir Lounge, with its “futuristic log cabin” interior, antler chandeliers, and carved-log Sasquatch sculpture working the front door. Smack in the middle of Portland’s inner east side, the DF also rocks a world-class underground performance space, which made Rolling Stone magazine’s "The Best Clubs in America” list.

As the exclusive Party Partner, you’ll be the toast of the conference, with marquee billing before, during and after the event. In addition to accolades on the Delight.us website, conference program and signage, you’ll also enjoy:

• 5 conference passes (“I’m with the band.”)• Branding rights for a signature cocktail & bar swag

• Serious cred for bringing Delight to the coolest venue in town

The sooner you put your name on this, the sooner you can start basking in the neon glow of your soon-to-be cult popularity!

Signature Partners$12,500 (3 available)

Our event partners support Delight at the highest level and are creatively integrated into event promotions, media and thought leadership. We collaborate with each event partner to find a meaningful role in the program. Event partners enjoy significant visibility before, during and after the conference.

• Choice of featured sponsorship (Welcome Reception, Day 1 Lunch, Closing Reception)

• Table in sponsor foyer

• Blog post on Delight.us

• 4 conference passes + discount code

• Promo materials/giveaway at event

• Logo/link on website, marketing communications, signage

• Social promo via Facebook, Twitter, etc.

Program PartnersContribution: à la carte

Keynote (4 available): By underwriting key elements of the Delight Conference experience, you help make it possible to present our featured main stage speakers. Gain premium main stage visibility along with exclusive access to select speakers.

• David Rose, Author, Enchanted Objects $7,500 (includes private session)

• Additional speakers announced soon

Day 2 field trips: Does your organization embody Delight? Bring conference attendees into your workplace and keep the Delight vibe flowing with valuable first-hand insights about your work and environment. Call for details.

Day 3 intensives: As a Program Partner for these day-long workshops, you show your support for customer-centricity and experience-led approaches in your industry.

• Digital Experience Masterclass $5,000 (sold)

• Healthcare Intensive $5,000

• Leadership Intensive $5,000

Partner contribution and benefits vary based on the program, and include;

• Recognition as session sponsor

• Main stage recognition for keynotes

• Blog post or other content on Delight.us

• One or more conference passes + discount code

Experience PartnersContribution: à la carte

Delight is the conference people attend because they want to, not because they have to. That’s partly because of the speakers and workshop leaders who share unique perspectives and insights you can take back to work. But it’s also because of the little (and not so little) things that help create a conference experience people love. From practical considerations to some of our most memorable moments, Experience Partners bring the party to the party!

• Lanyard $7,500

• Wi-Fi $5,000

• Delight Concierge Service (crowd favorite!) $5,000

• Conference app $5,000

• Improv experience $3,500

• Ballroom lounge (sofa seating) $3,500

• Welcome toast $2,500

• PDX pub crawl $2,500

Benefits vary based on level of support.

In-kindPriceless

Beyond the average tchotchkes, you bring something to the conference that truly surprises and delights.

Connect with attendees in a meaningful way by being a true partner in creating the Delight Conference experience. You’ll help us deliver the ultimate experience to conference goers, from bonus snacks or dessert to fun lounge furniture or notebooks.

In appreciation for this valuable support, in-kind sponsors get their logo on our website and marketing materials, as well as mentions in event emails and social media. And, depending on the level of support, may also receive a discounted or complimentary conference pass.

Let’s talk about how you can get involved.

Be part of Delight 2016!

#DelightConf

Event partnerships are limited. Get in touch now to learn more:

info@delight.us or call Carmen at (503) 972-3579