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EXHIBITOR & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Showcase your product at the YogaBiz Marketplace, a one-stop shop for yoga professionals and business owners at The Business of Yoga Conference. The conference is hosted by Yoga Alliance, the largest yoga nonprofit association representing over 50,000 teachers and 3,000 schools!
VISIBILITY on a highly trafficked conference website
MARKETING PROMOTION in conference materials sent to 85,000 yoga professionals
EXPOSURE to an anticipated audience of over 500 yoga business professionals
“This conference has allowed us to network with other teachers, reach new clients and connect to experienced, approachable presenters. The support staff responds so well to feedback that our exposure and attendee response has increased each year”
Atmadarshan (Laura Santoro), Yoga Academy of North America, 2011, 2012 and 2013 exhibitor
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WHAT IS YOGA ALLIANCE?
Yoga Alliance is a 501(c)(6) professional and trade association for yoga teachers and schools. Member benefits and services, including our conference, Member Perks, and Online Workshops are provided through Yoga Alliance.
YOGA SPEND IS ON THE RISE Yoga schools, studios and businesses are selling your products, and sales are on the rise.
According to the 2012 Yoga in America study:
• Total spending on yoga products and services grew 46%
• Equipment sales grew 172%
• Clothing sales grew 114%
• Instruction sales grew 47%
WHO ARE YOGA ALLIANCE MEMBERS?According to a 2012 Yoga In America study:
Gender of U.S. yoga practitioners: • 82.2% female • 17.8% male
Age of U.S. yoga practitioners: • 62.8% are 18-44 years of age • 37.2% are over 45 years of age
MARKETPLACE OVERVIEW Showcase your products and services with the yoga community
Yoga professionals from across the country and around the world will gather to focus on how they can better spread the power of yoga and meet the challenges of sustaining a yoga school, studio or business. Our fourth conference will take place in Los Angeles, CA at the LAX Marriott.
Length of practice: • 38.4% one year or less • 28.9% 1-3 years • 32.7% 3 years or longer
“We’ve been a part of every Yoga Alliance conference since they began, and they’ve surpassed our expectations each time.
They plan fabulous events around the exhibit space and find creative ways to encourage traffic to each booth. In addition, we love the teachers that attend these conferences because they are serious about their yoga and their businesses. Looking forward to next year!” - Kelsey Kaufman, YOGAAnatomy.net,
2011, 2012 and 2013 exhibitor
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PAST EXHIBITORS/SPONSORSAre very likely to return(over 90%)
Would recommend exhibiting or sponsoring to others (over 80%)
(Data from our 2013 conference survey)ACT
NOW! Spaces fill quickly
YOU’LL BE IN GOOD COMPANY
BUSINESS PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
AXA Equitable
Hays Companies
LiveEdit
One Hundred Skies
Print Naked
Two Minute Mobile
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COMMUNITY, OUTREACH AND EDUCATION
Institute for Personal Development
International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT)
Lamaze International
National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA)
The Schatz Method
The School of Natural Healing
YOGAAnatomy.net
Yoga Education Institute
Yoga Academy of North America
YogaKids
YogaWorks
YourGuru
APPAREL, PROPS AND WHOLESALE
Ahnu
Arezo Sport
be present
dōTERRA
Gaiam
Grounded Yoga
Hugger Mugger
Jala Clothing
prAna
Sacred Charms
returning vendor
FOOD AND DRINK
Lärabar
LUNA
Organic India
Yogi Teas
“ Exceeded our expectations in every way.” - Giles Jackson, YogaFlip Chip, 2013 Exhibitor
VENUE INFORMATION LAX Marriott 5855 West Century Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90045 Conference Room Rate : $129/night + taxes and fees (subject to restrictions)
All exhibit spaces include the following:
• Single space - one draped 6’ table with two chairs | Double space - two draped 6’ tables with 4 chairs• One conference registration per space, which includes all events and conference meals (non-transferable)• Basic wireless internet in exhibit areaElectricity, fixtures, décor, signage, upgraded internet service and drayage may be purchased for additional fees.
EXHIBIT SCHEDULEMOVE IN: Thursday, Aug. 6 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
EXHIBIT HOURS: Thursday, Aug. 6 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 7 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 8 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 9 7:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
MOVE OUT: Sunday, Aug. 9 12:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m
Exhibit, setup and tear down hours are subject to change.
*Only approved partners that have signed a partnership agreement are eligible for these prices.
TYPE PRICE
SINGLE SPACE
Regular $1,175
Nonprofit (must provide tax ID number) $775
Exclusively Endorsed Partner* $0
Endorsed Partner* $550
Affinity Partner* $900
Vendor Member* $999
DOUBLE SPACE
Regular $2,050
Exclusively Endorsed Partner* $500
Endorsed Partner* $1,050
Affinity Partner* $1,550
Vendor Member* $1,750
EXHIBITOR PROGRAM
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EXHIBITORS RECEIVE• Placement in well-marked,
high-traffic areas
• Attention in online and print campaigns sent to 85,000+ contacts
• Exposure on the conference website
• Networking opportunities online and in-person
• Acknowledgement at the Welcome Reception
• Traffic driven by raffles and social events
SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
TYPE COMMITMENT
DIAMOND SPONSORS Also receive a complimentary exhibit space, one conference registration pass, recognition on presentation graphics, recognition by association leadership and demonstration opportunities
WELCOME RECEPTION: Reach all attendees at once by sponsoring the kickoff reception on Thursday $7,500
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS: Sponsor one of the popular keynote speakers, where all attendees will be included $3,000
BREAKFAST OR LUNCH: Nourish attendees with a healthy meal of breakfast or lunch $3,000
TOTE BAG PRINTER $3,000
SAPPHIRE SPONSORS Also receive a complimentary exhibit space and recognition on presentation graphics
MORNING OR AFTERNOON BREAK (4 AVAILABLE): Provide a healthy snack for our attendees $2,500/break
IMPRINT A BUSINESS NAME, LOGO OR PHRASE ON THESE ITEMS GIVEN TO ALL ATTENDEES: TOTE BAG HOTEL KEY CARDS LANYARDS/NAME BADGES CUSTOM NOTEPAD CUSTOM PENS
$2,000$2,000$2,000$2,000$2,000
RUBY DONORS
WELCOME GIFT BAG DONATION: Inclusion in welcome bag given to attendees at check-in $500 plus item
SNACK DONATION: Provide tea, coffee or food samples during a break between conference sessions Fees Vary
RECOGNITION ON PRESENTATION GRAPHICS: Showcase an ad or message in our presentation graphics $350
PASSPORT TO PRIZES DONATION: Drive attendees to your booth space. Attendees visit each participat-ing booth space to receive entry into raffle to win your prize; your item will be displayed during conference
Gift Value $300+
RAFFLE GIFT DONATION: Your donation will be displayed during the conference Gift Value < $300
TOTE BAG DONATION: Your donation will be placed in attendee tote bags $200 plus item
*excluding Ruby Donors
CUSTOMIZE YOUR PACKAGEIf you have an idea for something you would like to sponsor at The Business of Yoga Conference, let us know! We will work with you to customize a package that fits your needs.
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SPONSOR PROGRAM SPONSORS* RECEIVE: • Placement in well-marked, high-
traffic areas
• Attention in online and print campaigns sent to 80,000+ contacts
• Exposure on the conference website
• Networking opportunities online and in-person
• Acknowledgement at the Welcome Reception
• Traffic driven by raffles and social events
• High profile exhibit space Packages may include demo opportunities, recognition shout-outs by association leadership, exposure on presentation graphics and materials, complimentary booth space and registration passes