Exhibitor and Sponsorship Information. AESP's Summer Conference & Expo What's Now and What's Next in the World of EE

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1 Exhibitor and Sponsorship Information AESP's Summer Conference & Expo What's Now and What's Next in the World of EE August 25-27, 2015 Sheraton on the Falls Niagara Falls, ON Canada Background: A gathering of the brightest minds in program planning, implementation, evaluation, technology deployment, marketing, DSM business issues, policy and more will be in Niagara Falls to share their insights, experiences and knowledge on the emerging trends in energy efficiency and the direction of the industry. More than 300 attendees are expected to attend and take advantage of the conference sessions, training courses, networking and special events. Agenda: Topics and speakers are selected through a targeted call-for-paper process. Target Audience: 300+ industry professionals are expected to attend this event, including: Utility professionals, regulatory, and business professionals responsible for energy efficiency and demand response Industry advisors including consultants, vendors, program evaluators and implementers Location: The summer conference will be held in Niagara Falls, ON Canada at The Sheraton on the Falls. Reservation information will be posted on AESP s website at AESP 2015 Summer Prospectus 7/29/2015 1

2 Exhibitor Opportunities: There will be 30 tabletops interspersed with refreshments during these key activities: Tuesday & Wednesday evening receptions with open/hosted bar and heavy hors d oeuvres Wednesday continental breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks Thursday continental breakfast and refreshment break Expo Game! A fun way to drive traffic to your booth! Attendees are eligible to win prizes for visiting your booth and collecting your company info on their game cards. For $5,000* Non-Group member ($3,000 to Group member), exhibitors will receive: One tabletop space with location of your choice (subject to availability) Pre- and post-conference attendee registration lists in electronic form 50-word description with full contact information in conference program Extensive recognition in all conference marketing and program materials Two complimentary conference registrations for current AESP members * All Non-Group Members will receive an AESP 12-month Bronze level Group Membership A ($2,000 value) EXPO HALL 30 Tabletops will be available 2015 Summer Exhibit Schedule Tuesday, August 25, :00 am 4:00 pm SET UP 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Cocktail Reception Wednesday, August 26, :30 am 8:30 am Continental Breakfast 9:45 am 10:30 am Networking Break 11:45 am 1:30 pm Buffet Lunch 2:45 pm 3:15 pm Networking Break 5:00 pm 6:30 pm Cocktail Reception Thursday, August 27, :30 am 8:30 am Continental Breakfast 9:45 am 10:30 am Networking Break 1. Energy Platforms (ESP) 2. ThinkEco, Inc. 3. GDS Associates 4. Michaels Energy 5. Dynamic DSM 6. JACO 7. Resource Action Programs 8. Franklin Energy 9. Embertec 10. Ecofitt Corporation 11. The Weidt Group 12. WeatherBug Home 13. Selling Energy 14. TrickleStar 15. SmartWatt Energy 16. Ntl Energy Foundation (NEF) 17. E Source Bits Limited 20. Burman Energy 21. TechniArt 22. Evolve Technologies 23. Bidgely 24. Applied Energy Group (AEG) 25. AM Conservation 26. Heat Smart 27. Opower 28. Leidos 29. Nexant 30. TRC Energy Services Dismantling Thursday 10:45 am 4:30 pm Expo hours may vary slightly. AESP 2015 Summer Prospectus 7/29/2015 2

3 Sponsorship Opportunities: Take advantage of a variety of Sponsorship Opportunities for AESP's Summer Conference. Sponsorship, advertising and branding can play an integral part in your AESP event strategy and play a significant role in helping you achieve specific event goals and objectives. We have a multitude of packages and price points to fit within your budget. All sponsors will receive: Extensive recognition in all conference marketing and program materials Pre- and post-conference registration list in electronic form 50-word company description in conference program brochure Literature or promotional item in registration bags * All Non-Group Members will receive an AESP 12-month Bronze level Group Membership ** Registrants must be an active member of AESP Host Sponsor (exclusive)..... $13,000 Sponsorship reserved for saveonenergy Special recognition during opening plenary session Seven complimentary conference registrations ** Company name and logo prominently featured on all conference marketing materials Conference Sponsor..... $5,000 Sponsorship reserved for CLEAResult, Honeywell, PowerStream Special recognition during opening plenary session Three complimentary conference registrations ** Company name and logo prominently featured on all conference marketing materials Keynote Speaker Sponsor (exclusive).... $8,000 Keynote Sponsorship reserved for Exclusive opportunity for media exposure in press release announcing the keynote speaker Special recognition during plenary & sponsor has the opportunity to introduce keynote Evening Reception (two one available)..... $5,500 Tuesday Evening Reception Sponsorship reserved for The Weidt Group Wednesday Evening Reception Sponsorship reserved for Michaels Energy Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event Two complimentary conference registrations** Meal Sponsor (two one available)..... $4,500 Wednesday Meal Sponsorship reserved for SKM Group Thursday Meal Sponsorship reserved for Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event Refreshment Break Sponsor (exclusive).... $3,500 Refreshment Break Sponsorship reserved for EnergySavvy Exclusive opportunity to sponsor for the entire conference Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event AESP 2015 Summer Prospectus 7/29/2015 3

4 Program Book Sponsor (exclusive).... $4,500 Program Sponsorship reserved for Tendril Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on the front of the conference program brochure and on all lined notebook pages in the back of the program brochure plus a full page, 4 color ad on the inside cover New Professional Scholarships Sponsor (exclusive).... $3,500 Scholarship Sponsorship reserved for Research into Action Exclusive opportunity to sponsor young professionals to attend the conference number of scholarships depends on sponsor preference Wi-Fi Sponsor (exclusive)..... $2,500 Wi-Fi Sponsorship reserved for GoodCents Exclusive opportunity to sponsor for the entire conference and signage with your logo Floral/Decor Sponsor (exclusive).... $2,000 Floral Sponsorship reserved for FirstFuel Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on cards inserted in arrangements Expo Prize Sponsor (exclusive)..... $3,000 Prize Sponsorship reserved for Tendril Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on gift bags and on Expo Game cards Registration Bag Sponsor (exclusive)..... $3,500 Registration Bag Sponsorship reserved for Applied Energy Group Exclusive opportunity to have your logo printed on conference registration bags Badge Holder Sponsor (exclusive) $3,500 Badge Holder Sponsorship reserved for WeatherBug Home Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on badge holders A/V Sponsor (exclusive).... $3,000 A/V Sponsorship reserved for Opinion Dynamics Exclusive opportunity to have your company s logo on the A/V screens at the closing of every session All Day Coffee/Tea Station Sponsor (exclusive).... $3,000 All Day Coffee/Tea Sponsorship reserved for Opower Exclusive opportunity to sponsor for the entire conference and prominent signage with your logo Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, stir sticks, etc.) during event All exhibitor/sponsor fees are payable in US dollars. CUSTOMIZED SPONSORSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE. CONTACT SUZANNE JONES at suzanne@aesp.org or (480) AESP 2015 Summer Prospectus 7/29/2015 4

5 Exhibitor and Sponsorship Reservation Form AESP Summer Conference & Expo ~ Niagara Falls, ON Canada Exhibits: Tabletop Display Location Preference: Sponsorships: Sponsorship Please indicate your preferred sponsorship: TERMS: We hereby apply for an exhibit/sponsorship at AESP s Summer Conference, August 25-27, 2015 in Niagara Falls, ON. If you are a new exhibitor/sponsor, a 50% deposit for your booth is required with this application. Full balance of fees must be paid by June 19, If full payment is not received on or before June 19, 2015, AESP has full authority to release exhibit/sponsorship for resale. All fees must be paid in U.S. dollars. Cancellation Policy: BOOTH CANCELLATIONS received in writing by June 19, 2015 will receive a refund, minus 50% of the exhibiting fee. Cancellations or no shows received after June 19, 2015 will not receive a refund. Exhibitor agrees to these conditions as part of a contract for exhibit space. Primary Contact: Name: Job Title: Company: Address: Phone: Internal Logistics Contact: Name: Payment Information in U.S. dollars: Payment Type: VISA M/Card AMEX Card AESP Group Points Invoice Card #: Exp. Date: / 3 or 4 Digit Security Code: Cardholder s Name: Billing Address: City ST Zip Signature: Total: $ USD AESP 2015 Summer Prospectus 7/29/2015 5

6 Exhibitor/Sponsor Agreement AESP s Summer Conference and Expo Niagara Falls, ON Canada August 25 27, 2015 In order to provide a positive exhibit experience for attendees, exhibitors and sponsors; please review, sign and fax/or scan a signed copy of this agreement back to AESP by June 19, This agreement is between AESP and (company name) for AESP s Summer Conference & Expo, August 25 27, 2015 in Niagara Falls, ON. Exhibitor and/or Sponsor agree to abide by the following: 1. Exhibitor agrees to have their booth completely set up no later than Tuesday, August 25 by 4:00 PM (ET). 2. NO EARLY TEARDOWNS: Exhibitor agrees to keep booth in place for the entire duration of expo hall hours. The expo hall closes on Thursday, August 27 at 10:30 AM. Exhibitor agrees not to dismantle the booth prior to the official tear down time. 3. Exhibitor agrees to have a representative available at their booth during expo hall hours. 4. Exhibitor agrees to not engage in any type of job recruiting activities at their booth. 5. Exhibitor acknowledges that AESP has the right to rearrange the Expo Hall floor plan if necessary. 6. Exhibitors/ Sponsors are strictly prohibited from scheduling onsite or offsite events during published conference hours which include conference sessions, networking events, meals, breaks and receptions. For clarification contact kisha@aesp.org. 7. Exhibitor agrees to abide by all other rules and regulations outlined in exhibitor kit. 8. Exhibitor/Sponsor agrees to have their liability insurance name the Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP) as an additional insured during the course of the event. Exhibitor/Sponsor assumes responsibility and agrees to indemnify and defend AESP and the Sheraton on the Falls, and the Hotel s Owner, and their respective owners, managers, subsidiaries, affiliates, employees and agents against any claims or expenses arising out of the use of the exhibition premises. The Exhibitor/Sponsor understands that neither AESP nor the Hotel Parties maintain insurance covering the property and it is the sole responsibility of the Exhibitor/Sponsor to obtain such insurance. Proof of insurance is required with submission of this signed agreement. Thank you for supporting AESP s event. Please return this form by Friday, June 26, Name: Company: Booth # and/or Sponsorship: Signature: Date: FAX to Kara Kelly at (480) AESP 2015 Summer Prospectus 7/29/2015 6