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Invitation to Sponsor

4-6 October

2017

12th Esri Eastern Africa User Conference4-6 October 2017 | Hyatt Regency, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Invitation to Sponsor

About the Conference

The Esri Eastern Africa User Conference (EAUC) is the region’s premier GIS industry networking event. Now in its 12th year, the EAUC will be held from 4 – 6 October, 2017 at the Hyatt Regency, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The conference provides Esri technology users, business leaders and sponsors with the perfect combination of insightful sessions and plenty of networking opportunities

The EAUC attracts over 200 delegates every year and features the latest geospatial technologies, showcases best practices and recognizes successful GIS implementations in National & Local Government, Mapping, Statistics, Security, Agriculture, Environment, Mining & Petroleum, Transportation, Energy, Water, Business, Survey & Engineering, Conservation, Education, Humanitarian and Sustainable development.

The EAUC is a four-day conference (Tuesday through Friday). The conference is organized around paper presentations, technical workshops, speakers and discussions on how to create better interactive experiences.

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Why you should Participate

Network with Key Decision Makers

The key people in East Africa’s community who use and influence geospatial technology acquisition in their organizations attend the EAUC. The formal and informal sessions at the conference provide ample opportunities to meet, create business opportunities and generate sales-ready leads. Let us know should you need us to assist you meet with a specific contact.

Expose your Brand

The EAUC is the only place where you can show off your organization’s innovative GIS solutions or new technology to the right audience. With over 250 potential delegates expected to attend, there is no better place to display your portfolio, launch a new product or reposition your product and/or brand in the Eastern Africa market.

Discover Partnership Opportunities

The Eastern Africa market recorded the fastest growth on the continent in 2015/2016. This growth continues to offer numerous and emerging business opportunities which can best be exploited through partnerships. Meet potential partners at the EAUC.

Discover Local Market Needs

At the EAUC you meet with geospatial technology users from the diverse Eastern Africa market. This is the perfect place to discover the nuances of the local technology landscape helping you align your geospatial solutions with local needs.

2016 EAUC Demographics

Attendance By Industry

15

Paper Sessions

Technical Sessions

Map & App Gallery Presentations

15

25

1%1%

2

Kenya

Uganda

Ethiopia

Rwanda

Tanzania

Others

Government

Utilities

Commercial

Natural Resources

Others

DG, CEO, CIO, CTO, Snr. Directors

TD, TM, Data/IT/GIS Mngr, Researcher, County Executives, BDM

GIS Analyst/ Officer/ Developer, ITO

Others

Plenary Sessions3

21%

30%35%

14%

Attendance by RoleAttendance By IndustryAttendance by Country

Attendance By IndustryConference Sessions Attendance By IndustryAttendance by Industry

34%

20%

27%

11%

8%

43%

14%10%

8%

17%

8%

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“This is the one place where all geospatial experts congregate. It’s very good for getting visibility and

worth your every sponsorship dollar”.

Jackline Mwaniki, Sales Manager, Ramani Geosystems

“It was a truly worthwhile experience and we made very many connections from the Eastern Africa region. The conference, especially the sponsors’, session gave real

visibility to our brand and we look forward to participating again”.

Tim Williams, Commercial Director, what3words

WHAT SPONSORS SAID

“It was our first time in Africa. It’s been a really good experience.

We’ve been able to meet and have good sessions with end users from organizations. It’s a very good space in time to be here and explore this market for organizations to bring their solutions and

make an impact. “

Raghu Ganeshan,

President, Avineon India Private Limited

“It’s always a great experience when we come out to the Esri

EAUC. The sponsors session was very great. It’s rare to find a room full of GIS people and you get to market your products

to them and get a very receptive audience who are all

interested.”

Tim Muriithi, Regional Sales Manager, East Africa,

Optron

“The response has been very positive and our partners were

accommodating. We’ve been able to get a lot of feedback from the people who attended the sponsors session. We also

learnt how to package our solutions.” Wilfred Achilla, Business Development Manager,

CoreTEC Systems and Solutions Ltd

“The Esri EAUC addresses the whole region with one event. It’s the only conference where delegates are diligent and sit in to listen to the

talks and presentations unlike other conferences. When they visit a

booth they actually want to engage you.”

Jacob Gasant, Director, Business Development,

Thomson Reuters

“Organizations which are not at the Esri EAUC are missing out bigtime because there’s a lot to learn. There’s so much going on in Africa. The conference is the one place to know

what’s going on, gauge competition and learn.”

Jacinta Fwambah, Business Development,

Ramani Geosystems.

When What2 & 3 October, 2017

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CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

Program

Conference Tracks

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Pre-conference instructor-led GIS trainingGIS for Conservation SeminarGIS for Water Utilities SeminarThe Future of Land Administration SeminarOpening Plenary, Keynote Addresses, Technical Plenary, Cocktail ReceptionPaper, Sponsor and Technical SessionsPaper and Technical Sessions, Closing PlenaryArcSafari Field Excursion

* Exhibition runs from 4 – 6 October, 2017

National Mapping & Statistics

Land Administration, Mapping, Charting, Statistics

Natural Resources

Agriculture, Biodiversity Conservation, Environmental Management, Mining & Petroleum, Water & Atmosphere

Transportation & Utilities

Aviation, Highways & Roads, Logistics & Distribution, Maritime, Energy, Telecom, Water

Commercial

Local Government

Logistics, Distribution, Retail, Banking, Insurance

County Government, Local Authorities (Municipality), Urban & Regional Planning

Cross-cutting

NSDI, SDG, Open Data, Education & Research

Tuesday 3 October, 2017

When What

2 & 3 October, 2017 Pre-conference instructor-led GIS training

Tuesday 3 October, 2017 GIS for conservation Seminar

The future of land administration Seminar

Monday 4 October, 2017 Opening Plenary, Keynote Addresses, Technical Plenary, Cocktail Reception

Wednesday 5 October, 2017 Paper, Sponsor and Technical Sessions

Friday 6 October, 2017 Paper and Technical Sessions, Closing Plenary

Saturday 7 October, 2017 ArcSafari Field Excursion

Wednesday 4 October, 2017

Thursday 5 October, 2017

Friday 6 October, 2017

Saturday 7 October, 2017

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SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

BRONZE USD $ 3,500

2 3 8

USD $ 5,000GOLD

USD $ 7,500SILVER PLATINUM

USD $ 10,000

1Slots available

Exclusive Exposure

Plenary address

Presentation slot in pre-conference seminars

Recognition as cocktail reception sponsor

Branding at the event (rolling power point presentation during breaks)

Presentation slot in technical/industry session

Access to participants contact list

Company logo on conference bag

General Exposure

Company logo on conference banners

Company Logo on name badge

Advertisement in event app and delegates networking site

Presentation slot in sponsors session

Announcement of partnership on Social Media

Inserts in conference bag

Complimentary passes each worth $500

Company logo on conference website

Complimentary exhibition space

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18m2 12m2 8m2 6m2

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PREVIOUS SPONSORS

addressing the world

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Esri Eastern Africa User Conference

Contact Us

Esri Eastern Africa

3rd Floor KUSCCO Centre

Kilimanjaro Avenue, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya

Call: +254 722 521341, 733 568381, 20 2713630/1/2

Website: www.esriea.co.ke/user-conference

Email: marketing@esriea.co.ke

If you are interested in a sponsorship package or have any questions regarding sponsorship opportunities