quest 2015-sponsorship-tradeshow-guide
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SPONSORSHIP & TRADESHOW GUIDE
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M A R R I O T T E AT O N C E N T R E
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Getting SmartAbout Energy in Our
Communities
OUEST2015
QUESTCANADA.ORG/QUEST2015
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OCT. 26–28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO
Getting Smart About Energy in Our Communities
OUEST2015
OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
Cities & communities account for 60% of energy use and more than half of greenhouse gas emissions in Canada.
By getting smart about energy in our communities, we can strengthen our cities & communities while improving energy services for Canadians and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Join up to 350 leading decision makers and practitioners at QUEST2015: Getting Smart About Energy in our Communities to build partnerships, profile best practices, and explore ongoing opportunities for advancing Smart Energy Communities in Canada.
SUPPORTING PARTNER:
PRESENTED BY:
QUEST’s 9th Annual Conference & Tradeshow is a 2-day program with a third day for tours and workshops. Key themes include:
• Aligning regional and community energy planning
• Smart energy service delivery: integrating electricity, natural gas, storage, and alternative energy networks
• Innovations in energy management for buildings, neighbourhoods, and systems
• Energy and climate resilience for local governments, utilities and developers/builders
• Net-zero buildings & neighbourhoods,
renewables, transportation, CHP, heat capture, + much more...
C U R R E N T & P A S T P A R T N E R S :
Toronto
MEMBER
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VIP invitations to private networking reception on Day 1
Complimentary attendees
Corporate Table at Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony
Half-page advertisement in final program
Introduction of a keynote speaker
Special verbal acknowledgement during program
Booth on Tradeshow floor in premium location
Provision of full delegate roster
20% discount on registration for all additional attendees
Prominent logo recognition onsite and in all event materials leading up to and after the event
Platinum $20,000
Gold $15,000
Silver $10,000
Bronze $5,000
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SPONSOR BENEFITS
2 OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
WHO WILL BE AT QUEST2015?
WHAT ARE PEOPLE SAYING?
The QUEST Conference is extremely important to share ideas. - Virginia Hackson, Mayor, East Gwillimbury
“The QUEST Conference is an invaluable chance to come together and talk about how we create a very different energy future.- Mark Henderson, Vice President & COO, PowerStream Utilities Inc.
“I really appreciate how you focus on getting the right people at the event first. The amount of networking time was invaluable.”- Devin Causley, Federation of Canadian Municipalities
SPONSORSHIP & TRADESHOW GUIDE
For more testimonials from past delegates, exhibitors and sponsors, visit: QUESTCANADA.ORG/QUEST2015
PLATINUM SPONSOR (PRESENTING) - $20,000 CDNPast sponsors in this category include: Canadian Gas Association, Suncor Energy, ATCO Gas
The benefits for sponsoring organizations in this category include:
• Recognition as a PRESENTING Sponsor• VIP invitations for two (2) to a Private Reception on Day 1 of the event (October 26), featuring the
QUEST Board of Directors, the QUEST Leaders’ Dialogue, and Gold-level event sponsors • VIP delegate registrations for six (6) people to attend the event, including all meals and receptions• A corporate table at the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony on the evening of Day 2 (October 27), with
complimentary seating for 8 guests • Opportunity to make welcoming remarks at the Opening Reception on October 26• Large, top company logo recognition onsite - including all the session screens, during all Q&A
sessions, meals and breaks throughout the event location• Large, top company logo recognition in all event materials - including the conference program, the
conference website, all mail-outs, and the conference video summary• Special verbal acknowledgment at the beginning of the program for each day by conference co-
chairs• A Double (2) Premium Exhibitor Booth (see Page 6)• Access to the complete roster of delegates including contact information• One (1) half-page advertisement in the printed final conference program• 20% discount on all additional full-cost registrations beyond the alotted complimentary
registrations
GOLD SPONSOR - $15,000 CDNPast sponsors in this category include: Corix Utilities, Manitoba Hydro, PowerStream Inc., Enbridge Gas Distribution, Horizon Utilities, Canadian Electricity Association, Imperial Oil, and others
The benefits for sponsoring organizations in this category include:
• Recognition as a GOLD-level Sponsor• VIP invitations for one (1) to a Private Reception on Day 1 of the event (October 26), featuring the
QUEST Board of Directors, the QUEST Leaders’ Dialogue, and PLATINUM and GOLD-level event sponsors
• VIP delegate registrations for four (4) people to attend the event, including all meals, receptions, and the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony
• Logo recognition at the GOLD level onsite - including all the session screens, during all Q&A sessions, meals and breaks throughout the event location
• Logo recognition at the GOLD level in all event materials - including the conference program, the conference website, all mail-outs, and the conference video summary
• Special verbal acknowledgment at the beginning of the program for each day by conference co-chairs
• One (1) Premium Exhibitor Booth (see Page 6)• Access to the complete roster of delegates including contact information• One (1) half-page advertisement in the printed final conference program• 20% discount on all additional full-cost registrations beyond the alotted complimentary
registrations
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
SILVER SPONSOR - $10,000 CDNPast sponsors in this category include: Borden Ladner Gervais LLP, International District Energy Association, Clean Energy Developments, Province of Ontario, Province of Manitoba, Province of Nova Scotia, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers, City of Markham, and others
The benefits for sponsoring organizations in this category include:
• Recognition as a SILVER-level Sponsor• VIP delegate registrations for two (2) people to attend the event, including all meals, receptions,
and the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony• Logo recognition at the SILVER level onsite - including all the session screens, during all Q&A
sessions, meals and breaks throughout the event location• Logo recognition at the SILVER level in all event materials - including the conference program, the
conference website, all mail-outs, and the conference video summary• Special verbal acknowledgment at the beginning of the program for each day by conference co-
chairs• One (1) Premium Exhibitor Booth (see Page 6)• Access to the complete roster of delegates including contact information• 20% discount on all additional full-cost registrations beyond the alotted complimentary
registrations
BRONZE SPONSOR - $5,000 CDNPast sponsors in this category include: IBM, Brookfield Residential, Lockheed Martin, ENMAX, HydroOne, BOMA, BC Hydro, Capgemini, Cement Association of Canada, Canadian Fuels Association, Galdos, Cambers of Commerce, and others
The benefits for sponsoring organizations in this category include:
• Recognition as a BRONZE-level Sponsor• VIP delegate registrations for one (1) person to attend the event, including all meals, receptions,
and the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony• Logo recognition at the BRONZE level onsite - including all the session screens, during all Q&A
sessions, meals and breaks throughout the event location• Logo recognition at the BRONZE level in all event materials - including the conference program,
the conference website, all mail-outs, and the conference video summary• Access to the complete roster of delegates including contact information• 20% discount on all additional full-cost registrations beyond the alotted complimentary
registrations
CORPORATE TABLE - $1,500 CDN• Includes 1 (one) corporate table with priority placement and seating for 8 (eight) complimentary
guests at the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony, October 27, 6:00 - 9:30pm
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OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
Across Canada local governments, utilities & energy providers, and the real estate sector are looking for the partnerships, products and services that will help them improve energy efficiency and performance, cut costs, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Put your products and services into the spotlight by exhibiting at Canada’s only tradeshow dedicated to Smart Energy Communities. QUEST’s 9th Annual Conference & Tradeshow takes place in one of the hottest markets - Toronto, Ontario. Be sure to secure your company one of the limited exhibiting spots.
WHY EXHIBIT?The QUEST2014 Tradeshow is not your usual tradeshow. We put the marketplace at the centre of the action.
The Tradeshow Floor is situated in the main conference room along with meals, plenary sessions, and networking activities. With a hard cap of only 35 exhibitor booths - it’s intimate, it’s exclusive, and it offers more exposure.
Exhibitors also have designated time built right into the program, including:
• Evening Reception on the Tradeshow Floor on Day 1 (October 26)
• 30-minute breaks and extended Lunch breaks, with refreshments served on the Tradeshow Floor
• Exposure during the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony (October 27)
RATESExhibitor Booth (incl. registration for 1 exhibitor): $2,000 Additional exhibitors: $600
INCLUDES• 8’ x 10’ booth space and a 6’ draped table, two chairs and electricity. • Complimentary wireless internet access• 50-word company listing in the printed and online program• One (1) full conference registration, with additional registrations offered at the special rate of $600• Complimentary ticket for the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony (plus optional exhibiting)
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OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES
For more pictures and testimonials from past exhibitors, visit: QUESTCANADA.ORG/QUEST2015
FLOORPLAN
*Final layout subject to change
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SHOW HOURSMonday, October 26: 7:30 am – 7:30 pmTuesday, October 27: 7:30 am – 7:30 pm(Show hours include the Gala Dinner & Awards Ceremony on Tuesday October 27, 6:00pm - 9:30pm. All exhibitors receive one complimentary ticket.)
EXHIBITOR MOVE-INSunday, October 25: 7:00pm - 10:00pmMonday, October 26: 5:30 am - 7:00 am
EXHIBITOR MOVE-OUTTuesday, October 27, 2015: 10:00 pm - 12:00 pm
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ENTRANCE
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OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
The floorplan is not yet available. Please check back in April, or contact Todd Latham, [email protected], 613-627-2938 ext.718
CONTACT:Todd Latham | Tel: 613-627-2938 ext 718 | Email: [email protected]
SPONSOR
EXHIBITOR
Platinum $20,000
$2,000
Gold $15,000
Silver $10,000
Bronze $5,000
Other
signature
Submit your completed form to: [email protected] or fax to 613-627-2938
PLEASE CIRCLE OR HIGHLIGHT:
PAYMENT + CANCELLATION POLICY:Payment must be made upon receipt of invoice. No refunds will be granted. Credits can be arranged with at least 30 days notice before the event date.
Additional Exhibitor(s) - $600
REGISTRATIONS - WHO WILL BE ATTENDING UNDER YOUR SPONSORSHIP/EXHIBITING PACKAGE:
Name: Email: Title:
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CONTACT PERSON (FOR ALL LOGISTICS AND INVOICING):
Name:
Organization/Company:
Address:
City: Prov/State:
Tel: Fax:
Postal/Zip:
Country:
Email:
SPONSOR
CORPORATE TABLE AT GALA EVENT
$1,500 per table (includes tickets for 8 guests)
SPONSORSHIP & TRADESHOW GUIDE
OCTOBER 26-28 | MARRIOTT EATON CENTRE | TORONTO | QUESTCANADA.ORG
QUEST BOARD OF DIRECTORSMichael Harcourt Chair
Kenneth B. OgilvieMember
Vicky Sharpe Member
Michael Cleland Vice-Chair
Patricia NewsonMember
QUEST STAFFBrent Gilmour MCIP RPP Executive Director
Richard Laszlo Director, Research & Education
Sarah Marchionda Manager, Research & Education
Samira DrapeauCoordinator, ON Caucus
Claire SimmonsCoordinator, NS Caucus
Mary PattendenSpecial Advisor
Tonja Leach Director, Communications & National Affairs
Eric CampbellA/ Director, Communications & National Affairs
Cheryl Ratchford Manager, Communications & National Affairs
Todd LathamSpecial Advisor
Le LuongSpecial Advisor
QUEST CAUCUS CHAIRS, 2014Mary Ellen Donovan & Ray RitceyCo-Chairs, Nova Scotia
Eddie Oldfield Chair, New Brunswick
Yves Hennekens Chair, Quebec
Karen Farbridge Chair, Ontario
Dan McInnesChair, Manitoba
TBCChair, Alberta
Ben Finkelstein Chair, British Columbia
Gordon Van Tighem & Adam Chamberlain Co-Chairs, QUEST North
QUEST350 Sparks St. Suite 809Ottawa, ON K1R 7S8
tel | 613-627-2938fax | 613-627-2938email | [email protected] | www.questcanada.org
www.questcanada.org
QUEST is a non-profit organization focused on research, engagement and advocacy to advance Smart Energy Communities in Canada.
Smart Energy Communities are all about improving energy efficiency, enhancing reliability, cutting costs, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions at the community level by integrating energy with land use, buildings, transportation, water, waste, and related infrastructure.
Since 2007, QUEST has been the national voice for Smart Energy Communities in Canada, working to get from innovation to implementation with the help of 8 provincial and regional caucuses and a reach of 10,000+ stakeholders.
ADVANCING SMART ENERGY COMMUNITIES IN CANADA.