Participate in Achieving the Dream’s DREAM 2017 Annual Conference

Connect with more than 2,000 community college presidents, faculty, and staff, thought leaders, and policy makers—all participants in and supporters of the Achieving the Dream National Reform

Network—through sponsorships, exhibits, and advertising.

Sponsor, Exhibitor, and Advertiser Spots Available

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DREAM 2017 will be held February 21-24 at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square, 333 O’Farrell Street, San Francisco, California.

The conference is designed for community college presidents and senior administrators; faculty, institutional research, and information technology professionals; student success staff; state and local government officials; corporate and foundation executives; and other members of the higher education community at large. DREAM attendees are connected by one goal — to help more community colleges increase the number of students who earn market-valued credentials.

DREAM Annual Conference Attendance Grows Each Year

DREAM 2017 13th Annual Conference Attendance by Roles and Responsibilities

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Senior Administrator 45%

Faculty 25%

Institutional Research & Technology 5%

Student Success 14%

Other 4%

President 7%

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2016 Geographic Representation

Achieving the Dream’s 13th Annual Conference draws representation from the Achieving the Dream Network and others in 41 states, the District of Columbia, Guam, US Virgin Islands, and South Africa.

Ways for Your Company to Sponsor the 2017 Annual Dream Conference

Access clients and future business associates

Events and Materials

Focus Groups

DREAM Scholarships

Pre-Conference Sessions

Charitable Contributions to Achieving the Dream

Print Program Advertisements

Mobile Program Advertisements

Exhibit Hall Booths

SPONSOR OPPORTUNITIES

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Purchase a single sponsorship or combine sponsorships for greater reach!

Get sustained visibility, brand recognition, and networking opportunities!

*Sponsorship fee includes all level benefits.

Opportunities to Sponsor DREAM 2017 Events and Official Materials

Sponsorships at DREAM 2017 give companies sustained visibility, brand recognition, and networking opportunities with more than 200 Achieving the Dream Network Institutions. Sponsorships may be combined in many ways to achieve your company’s goals.

Sponsorship Levels

DIAMOND Level Sponsorships Sponsorship Fee*

Plenary Luncheon for All (Thursday, Feb 23)With guaranteed high attendance, the sponsor of this luncheon will receive great visibility and a prime opportunity to network with attendees.

$60,000

Opening Reception (Tuesday, Feb 21)Gain high visibility amongst DREAM attendees as the sponsor of the Opening Reception, which officially commences DREAM 2017. The Reception offers the opportunity to engage and network with higher education senior leaders and administrators that are committed to student success.

$50,000

Leah Meyer Austin Award (Tuesday, Feb 21)The Leah Meyer Austin Award was established in 2008 to recognize outstanding achievement in supporting and promoting student success through the creation of a culture of evidence, continuous improvement, systematic institutional change, broad engagement of stakeholders, and equity, with particular attention to low-income students of color. Your sponsorship will help bring national recognition to the winner and attention to these issues.

$50,000

Networking Luncheon (Wednesday, Feb 22)Be amongst the buzz of the exhibit hall at this highly attended luncheon. Take advantage of the opportunity to connect with thought leaders in an environment that promotes lively and substantive dialogue.

$45,000

DREAM Scholars Program (Friday, Feb 24)Sponsor the DREAM Scholars Program and show your company’s commitment to improving student success. Take advantage of the opportunity to engage with ATD Network Community College students throughout the conference as they share their one-of-a-kind stories and inspire attendees. Sponsorship includes a networking reception and the Closing Plenary Session. Inquire about full package details.

$40,000

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PLATINUM Level Sponsorships Sponsorship Fee*

Focus GroupConvene groups of Network participants onsite for discussion. This sponsorship offers a one-hour problem-solving session with invited ATD colleges and ATD coaches. Sponsor has the opportunity to develop the topic and the audience can be invited to your focus group based on title, type of college, or geographic region, for example. Multiple slots available.

$30,000

Presidents Reception (Wednesday, Feb 22)Sponsor this exclusive reception which will bring together ATD Network Institution Presidents to share insights and network. Sponsor has the opportunity to engage with this group and provide brief remarks.

$25,000

Conference Wi-Fi & Mobile App Gain sustained visibility throughout the conference by providing all attendees complimentary Wi-Fi in all areas of the conference venue and access to the mobile app. As the sponsor, your company’s logo will be featured on the DREAM 2017 splash page with a customized message when attendees log into the internet, as well as a banner ad on the mobile app with a hyperlink to your company’s website.

$25,000

Continental Breakfast for All Attendees – 3 Available (Wednesday, Feb 22; Thursday, Feb 23; or Friday, Feb 24)Make every moment count during the conference by connecting with higher education leaders over breakfast sponsored by your company. Seize the opportunity to build your network through one-on-one conversations with potential clients.

$20,000

DREAM Program PrintingGain visibility as the sponsor of the DREAM 2017 printed program which will be viewed by all attendees and includes the opportunity to insert a welcome Ad to conference attendees from your company.

$20,000

The President’s Colloquium (Wednesday, Feb 22)Gain incredible insights as your company joins the ATD Network Community College Presidents in an engaging day-long discussion that will focus on topics related to improving student success. As the sponsor of this event, you will have the opportunity to engage with higher education decision-makers and administrators over lunch followed by an in-depth presentation and discussion.Sponsored by Hobsons

$20,000

Registration PackageAs all guests check in at registration, let them see your company’s name first! Become highly visible with your company’s name and logo on the DREAM 2017 registration banner, tote bags and lanyards given to every attendee and used throughout the conference. (Includes your company brochure insert).

$20,000

ATD College Showcase Reception (Wednesday, Feb 22)In an informal, social setting, the 2016 cohort will share their accomplishments in their first year as ATD Colleges. Also invited are incoming and prospective college representatives

$20,000

Data & Tech Connect Reception (Thursday, Feb 23)This reception provides an opportunity to network with institutional researchers, information technologists, educational technology solution providers, higher education partners and others who leverage the use of data and technology to improve student success.

$20,000

4th Annual Teaching and Learning Forum (Thursday, Feb 23)The fourth annual Teaching and Learning Forum is an exclusive strand of DREAM 2017 and will focus attention on teaching and learning as a critical element of moving student success forward. This series of sessions feature practitioner experts facilitating deep dives into effective practices that facilitate students’ progress to and through gateway courses.

$20,000

Integrated Advising and Student Support Showcase Reception (Thursday, February 24)All DREAM 2017 attendees are invited to this showcase reception to learn how their peers are leveraging technology and change leadership principles to design an integrated, personalized, and proactive support experience for their students. Two –and four-year institutions involved in the iPASS (integrated advising and planning for student success) initiative will share their work and lessons learned as attendees move about the self-paced environment.

$20,000

*Sponsorship fee includes all level benefits.

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GOLD Level Sponsorships Sponsorship Fee*

Innovative Collaborations – 2 slots available (Wednesday, Feb 22)These sessions, which must be co-delivered with an institutional partner, provide the opportunity to share thought leadership and best practices. Share ways in which your company has worked with institutions to improve student success.Sponsored by: I CAN Learn, Cengage

$15,000

Media Package for Concurrent Sessions As the sponsor of all audio visual provisions for the concurrent sessions, your company’s logo will appear on the projection screen prior to each session.

$15,000

Networking LoungeTake advantage of the opportunity to directly engage with potential clients as they gather to exchange ideas and recharge in the Networking Lounge. The lounge will include cell phone charging stations branded with the sponsor’s name and logo for the duration of the conference.Sponsored by ETS

$12,000

Hydration StationsHydration stations will be situated throughout the conference venue. As the sponsor of the stations, your company will experience broad visibility and branding for the duration of the conference. Sponsorship includes branded water bottles and hydration stations.

$12,000

Online Registration SponsorSponsor receives sustained visibility through logo recognition, with a hyperlink to your company’s website, on the DREAM registration landing page, and on the e-mail confirmation provided to all registered attendees.

$10,000

Emerging Ideas Exchange (Thursday, Feb 23)ATD Network Colleges will share their success stories through tabletop displays, highlighting strategies that show great promise, and demonstrating strategic uses of technology at their institutions.

$10,000

Room DropThis sponsorship allows for broad visibility — the opportunity to have your company’s collateral delivered to each conference attendees’ room.

$10,000

Exhibit Hall Refreshment Break (Tuesday, Feb 21)A great way for your organization to brand itself among attendees as they take a moment to relax. This break will feature your company’s logo displayed at each break station.

$10,000

Industry Insight SessionsYour company can present on topics of interest to community college stakeholders and demonstrate your solutions in a workshop open to DREAM 2017 attendees.

$10,000

Collaborate with an institutional partner to share thought leadership and best practices.

Meet and network with leaders of Achieving the Dream!

*Sponsorship fee includes all level benefits.

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SILVER Level Sponsorships Sponsorship Fee*

ATD 101 SessionDREAM attendees interested in learning more about what it means to be part of the Achieving the Dream National Reform Network are invited to attend this session. After hearing a brief overview of the lessons learned over the last 11 years and how this has informed ATD’s strategic direction, ATD Leadership and Data Coaches will discuss their roles and share their experience of helping colleges pursue their ATD reform work. Attendees will be provided time to network with presenters and other attendees.

$7,500

Afternoon Break – 2 Available (Wednesday, Feb 22 or Thursday, Feb 23)Help attendees take a moment to relax and have your company’s logo clearly displayed at break stations. $7,500

Morning Coffee Break (Wednesday, Feb 22 or Thursday, Feb 23)A great way for your company to brand itself among attendees as they take a moment to relax. This break will feature your company logo displayed at break stations.

$7,500

Hotel Room Key Cards Make your company’s brand visible by sponsoring the room key cards which are distributed to all conference attendees staying at the Hilton. As the sponsor, your company’s logo and message will be imprinted directly on the room key cards. Gain some additional visibility by having branded collateral delivered to the rooms of conference attendees.

$7,500

Spotlight (Special Focus) Session – 4 Available (Wednesday, Feb 22)A great opportunity for your organization to sponsor the exchange of ideas. These mini-plenary sessions will feature specialized experts in higher education.

$5,000

Directional Signage throughout Conference Gain brand recognition during the conference by sponsoring the directional signage. The signage will be highly visible and situated throughout the venue, allowing for broad visibility.

$5,000

Speaker HonorariumSponsor a speaker and help our audience hear from the best experts in higher education. $5,000

Campus Team Time and Cross-Team Talk (Friday, Feb 24)A unique time for ATD college teams to meet and reflect on challenges and opportunities and the bold next steps they can take at their community colleges. This opportunity allows your organization to promote the hard work of these teams in creating institutional change to promote community college student success.

$5,000

Pre-Conference Workshops (Tuesday, Feb 21)The pre-conference workshops feature in-depth hands-on training in various areas. Your company will receive recognition as the official sponsor with signage and your logo printed on the notepads distributed to each attendee.

$5,000

“Birds of a Feather” Affinity Group Discussion Session (Thursday, Feb 23)The “Birds of a Feather” session allows attendees to discuss the topics they feel most important to them, offering unique insights from the field. Your company will receive branding opportunities as the official sponsor.

$5,000

Scholarships for a Network College to Send a Team to DREAM 2017Provide financial assistance for a team of four from an ATD Network College to attend DREAM 2017. Your company’s representatives and the scholarship recipients will be seated together at a reserved table at the Opening Session.

$2,500

*Sponsorship fee includes all level benefits.

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Customized Sponsorship Opportunities (Benefits are tailored for these packages)

Leah Meyer Austin Award $50,000 (Diamond Level)The Leah Meyer Austin Award was established in 2008 to recognize outstanding achievement in supporting and promoting student success through the creation of a culture of evidence, continuous improvement, systematic institutional change, broad engagement of stakeholders, and equity, with particular attention to low-income students of color. Your sponsorship will help bring national recognition to the winner and attention to these issues. The award will be presented on Tuesday, February 23, during the Opening Plenary.

Focus Group $30,000 (Platinum Level)

Convene groups of Network participants onsite for discussion. This sponsorship offers a one-hour problem-solving session with invited ATD colleges and ATD coaches. Sponsor has the opportunity to develop the topic and the audience can be invited to your focus group based on title, type of college, or geographic region, for example. Multiple slots available.

Conference Wi-Fi & Mobile App $25,000 (Platinum Level)Gain sustained visibility throughout the conference by providing all attendees complimentary Wi-Fi access in all areas of the conference venue and access to the mobile app. As the sponsor, your company’s logo will be featured on the DREAM 2017 splash page with a customized message when attendees log into the internet, as well as a banner ad on the mobile app with a hyperlink to your company’s website.

To purchase or discuss sponsorship opportunities, please contact LaShonne Barnes, Development Officer, at lbarnes @achievingthedream.org, or call 240-450-3859

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DIAMOND Sponsors ($35,000 and higher)PLATINUM Sponsors ($20,000–$34,999)

GOLD Sponsors ($10,000–$19,999)SILVER Sponsors ($2,500–$9,999)

Sponsor Benefits Chart

Benefits Diamond$35,000

Platinum$20,000

Gold$10,000

Silver$2,500

One DREAM 2017 complimentary registration √ √ √

Display collateral at sponsored events √ √ √ √

Reserved table(s) at sponsored events √ two tables √ one table

Brief welcome during sponsored event √ √ √

Company listing on DREAM 2017 website (includes company name, logo & description with hyperlink to company website)

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Discount off exhibit booth √ 20% √ 15% √ 10%

Company listing in the Achieving the Dream monthly electronic newsletter circulated to all Network Institutions

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Company listing and description among other sponsors in the DREAM 2017 Final Program

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Inclusion in sponsor acknowledgement and recognition signage onsite √ √ √ √

One complimentary four-color advertise-ment in the DREAM 2017 Final Program √ Full-page √ Half-page √ Quarter-

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Onsite signage recognition, featuring your company’s logo for sponsored event(s).

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Recognition in pre-conference e-blasts √ √ √ one e-blast √ one e-blast

DREAM 2017 attendee list pre and post conference (mailing addresses only) √ √ √

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Reserve a booth to showcase and demonstrate your latest products and services.

Become a DREAM 2017 Exhibitor Reserve a booth to showcase and demonstrate your company’s products and services.

Booth Specifications

All booths are 8’ x 10’ and include an 8’ back drape and 3’ side drapes, two standard side chairs, one 6’ skirted table, and one wastebasket, as well as a standard, two-line sign with the exhibitor’s name and booth number.

DREAM Exhibitor Benefits

• Complimentary listing on the DREAM 2017 website.• Complimentary DREAM 2017 registration.• Four complimentary booth personnel-only badges.• Reduced rates for advertising in the Final Program.

2017 Exhibitor Rates

Standard Booth Fee $2,500

Nonprofit Booth Fee $2,250

Silver Sponsorship benefits not included.

Complete the exhibit space application to purchase a booth. For any questions,

please contact Achieving the Dream’s Meeting and Learning Events team at

mherrera@achievingthedream.org or 240-450-3841.

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Tentative DREAM 2017 Conference Exhibitor Agenda

Monday, February 20 Decorator Move-InExhibitor Move-In

Tuesday, February 21 Exhibitor Move-InExhibits Open/Industry Insight SessionsOpening Plenary Session Opening Reception in Exhibit Hall

Wednesday, February 22 Plenary SessionConcurrent Workshops and Special SessionsExhibits Open/Industry Insight Sessions/Lunch in Exhibit HallConcurrent Workshops and Special SessionsExhibitor Move-Out

Thursday, February 23 Plenary SessionConcurrent Workshops and Special Sessions Plenary LuncheonConcurrent Workshops and Special Sessions

Friday, February 24 Closing Plenary Session

Become a DREAM 2017 Program AdvertiserThe DREAM Program is distributed to more than 2,000 attendees and posted to our website with thousands of viewers.

Full-Page Color Ad: $2,000 Half-Page Color Ad: $1,000

Full-Page Ad Specifications Half-Page Horizontal Ad Specifications

Trim size: 8.5 x 11 inches Non-bleed ads only: 7.5 x 5 inchesBleed size: 8.75 x 11.25 inches Non-bleed ads only: 3.75 x 10 inchesNon-bleed ad size: 7.5 x 10 inches

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DREAM 2017 EXHIBIT APPLICATIONHilton San Francisco, San Francisco, CA ▪ February 21-24, 2017

EXHIBITOR INFORMATION