knowledge for growth sponsorship & exhibitor information edition May 9, 2019 ICC Ghent Belgium Europe s finest life sciences conference edition

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1 May 9, 2019 ICC Ghent Belgium Europe s finest life sciences conference knowledge for growth Organised by Organised by 15 th edition 14 edition sponsorship & exhibitor information

2 This was knowledge for growth 2018: Facts & Figures REGISTERED DELEGATES 35% C-LEVEL & SENIOR MANAGEMENT 580 REGISTERED COMPANIES = 6% INCREASE COMPARED TO LAST EDITION 115 BOOTHS 23 COUNTRIES 506 PARTNERING MEETINGS = 89,5% INCREASE SINCE PARTNERING STARTED IN 2015 RECRUITING COMPANIES 65 SPEAKERS 4 SATELLITE WORKSHOPS 62 RESEARCH POSTERS

3 Don t miss the 2019 edition on May 9 th and capture the attention of 1,300 high-level life sciences professionals from 550+ companies & organisations! The cream of the Belgian life sciences community will be attending the 15th edition of flanders.bio s annual knowledge for growth business conference, attracting decision makers from biotech, pharma and medtech, agricultural and chemical industry as well as investors, universities, topnotch research institutes, policymakers and competence providers. 3 We have a range of sponsorship & exhibitor packages that will help your company make a lasting impression at this one-day, not-to-be-missed event. ATTENDEE INDUSTRY ATTENDEE POSITION OTHER 1% PUBLIC/ NON-PROFIT 23% LIFE SCIENCES R&D 25% MIDDLE MANAGEMENT 65% C-LEVEL 18% PHARMA 7% SENIOR MANAGEMENT 17% INVESTORS 4% PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 40%

4 Sponsorship opportunities Craft the perfect package for your company The 2019 knowledge for growth conference offers a host of meaningful ways to help you maximise your visibility and achieve your goals. The sponsorships are detailed on the following pages. Contact us to discuss any of the opportunities below, or to craft a custom package tailored to your needs. 4 Platinum sponsor Gold sponsor Silver sponsor Lunch Coffee break Closing reception Walking dinner Session host Connect Research to Business session Satellite workshop Conference bag Lanyard One-to-One partnering Crew t-shirt Conference bag insert Catalogue advertisement All sponsor packages include: Logo on all pages of the conference website, linked to your company profile & website Logo visibility in the conference venue Logo in the printed conference catalogue Be part of the 15 th edition of knowledge for growth For more information Lissa Van Hecke, Event Coordinator flanders.bio lissa.vanhecke@flanders.bio

5 Capture the attention of 1,300 high-level life sciences actors from 550+ companies & organisations th edition It s the largest and by far the best regional life sciences event in Europe, so we can t afford not to be there! Erwin Blomsma, CEO & co-founder ViroVet

6 Primary Sponsorships Maximise your visibility and return on investment As a primary sponsor of the 2019 knowledge for growth life sciences conference, your organisation will achieve maximum visibility before, during and after the conference. Choose from three levels of primary sponsorship: 6 PLATINUM (1 available) 11,000* GOLD 7,500* SILVER 5,000* 12 m 2 exhibition space in premium area NEW 5 VIP conference tickets ** 5 regular conference tickets logo on homepage kfg website conference bag insert logo in conference rooms logo on catalogue cover logo in promotional s to contacts 1-page catalogue advert -20% on printed booth panels Break-out talk 6 m 2 exhibition space in premium area NEW 3 VIP conference tickets ** 3 regular conference tickets logo on homepage kfg website conference bag insert logo in conference rooms logo on catalogue cover logo in promotional s to contacts -20% on printed booth panels 6 m 2 exhibition space NEW 1 VIP conference ticket ** 3 regular conference tickets logo on homepage kfg website conference bag insert logo in conference rooms -20% on printed booth panels (to be evaluated with programme committee) * Prices VAT excluded ** NEW in 2019! VIP tickets will include a variety of extra services to your participants, such as access to the VIP lounge, conference dinner, parking voucher etc.

7 Meal & Reception Sponsorships The knowledge for growth conference is one of the year s major life sciences networking events, drawing professionals from across Europe. Attendees look forward to meeting new people and catching up with old friends. All meals and breaks are well attended, putting all eyes on your brand. Food and beverages are provided by the conference organisers (no additional cost for the sponsor). Lunch 3,000* (2 available) logo presented at catering points and on event tables Closing reception 2,000* (2 available) logo presented at catering points and on event tables logo projected during the closing session Coffee break 2,000* (2 available) logo presented at catering points and on event tables Walking dinner 3,500* (2 available) 1 conference ticket & 5 dinner tickets included logo on pre-conference communication about the walking dinner your pop-up banner in the dining hall All meal and reception sponsorships include the opportunity to display a pop-up banner, company materials and promotional giveaways. In addition, your logo will be projected just before and after the event in all conference rooms and presented at all catering points and tables during the event. 7 * Prices VAT excluded

8 Session Sponsorships The knowledge for growth conference is renowned for it s excellent and informative programme. Our session sponsorships are a prime opportunity to reach conference participants whose needs and interests dovetail with your company s products and services. 8 Session host 3,000* 1 conference ticket (for the chair) included Research 2 Business session 2,500* ( 4 available) Chair one of our thematic breakout sessions. possibility to present your company (5 min) and introduce the session s theme and speakers your company listed as a sponsor in the online and printed conference programme logo projected at the start of the session your company brochure/flyer inserted in the conference bags pop-up banner in the conference room of the hosted session The conference offers PhD students and scientists (both from academia and companies) a platform for presenting their research during the poster session and in a dedicated Connect Research to Business session invitation to be part of the scientific committee selecting the best poster & best oral presentation logo listed in all related communication and projected during the plenary afternoon session in which the winning students and scientists will receive awards you can present these awards (pitching award & poster award) to the winning student/scientist

9 Satellite workshop (4 available) 3,500* for flanders.bio members 4,500* for non-flanders.bio members 2 conference tickets included knowledge for growth 40-minute workshop in a fully equipped meeting room workshop listed in the online and printed conference program promotion of your workshop as an official satellite workshop of kfg company brochure/flyer inserted in the conference bags set up your pop-up banner in the meeting room is the prime event for all biotech explorers to discover the vibrant Belgian life sciences cluster and it s represented stakeholders. Bart Van Acker, CEO QbD 9 * Prices VAT excluded

10 Branding Sponsorships Put your name and brand front and center throughout the conference with one of these sponsorships. 10 Conference bag 3,750* (1 available) Conference bags are a valuable commodity and an essential resource for attendees. Your logo will be printed in 1 colour on the bag. You may also add a flyer or brochure to the conference bag. Lanyard 3,750* (1 available) Lanyards put your name around the necks of every attendee, where it will be seen all day long. Your logo will be printed in 1 colour. One-to-one partnering 5,000* (1 available) 2 conference tickets included The partnering software allows participants to book one-to-one meetings. company logo visible in the partnering tool & partnering s company logo printed on the partnering helpdesk at the conference venue pop-up banner in the partnering area of the conference supported by

11 Crew T-Shirts 1,750* (2 available) Maximise your visibility onsite as the first brand to be seen by conference attendees! Your logo will be printed in 1 colour on the kfg crew t-shirts. Conference bag insert 1,250* Include your flyer or gadget in the conference bag that every attendee receives. 11 Catalog advert 1,000* Promote your products and services with a full-page advert in the kfg catalog that every participant receives. * Prices VAT excluded

12 Exhibitor opportunities Booths are sold on a first come, first served basis! Have a look at the floor plan with the available booths on flanders.bio members are entitled to a 40% reduction on the exhibitor package. More info about flanders.bio membership can be found on 12 Exhibitor package 2,500* flanders.bio members: 1,500* Including: 6 sqm floor space 2 spots 1 table & 2 chairs walls (building and dismantling included) wireless internet access electricity (1 800 W 230 V) 2 participant entry passes with access to the knowledge for growth networking tool that enables you to schedule meetings with potential partners your company on the kfg website your company in the kfg catalogue Optional upgrades additional 6 sqm floor space: 1,000* flanders.bio members: 600* premium booth: 500* (= booth with increased visibility): flanders.bio members: 300* recruitment package: 425* (= your company identified as a recruiting company) flanders.bio members: 255* printed booth panels: Each booth consists of 7 panels (3 back panels + 2 x 2 side panels) that can be printed in a design by your choice. Corner booths have 5 panels. Cost to print one panel = 125 EUR TV included in your booth: 185 EUR * Prices VAT excluded Be part of the 15 th edition of knowledge for growth For more information Lissa Van Hecke, Event Coordinator flanders.bio lissa.vanhecke@flanders.bio

13 a short overview of our plenary speakers at the 2018 edition: Peter Hinssen (Nexxworks), Edwin Moses (Ablyn), Steven Dickman (CBT Advisors), Jan van de Winkel (Genmab), Onno van de Stolpe (Galapagos) 13

14 Overview sponsors & partners 2018 These companies & organisations supported the 2018 edition of knowledge for growth

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16 Contact us Please don t hesitate to get in touch for more details on sponsoring, exhibiting, advertising, or partnering, including custom-made options that fit your company s objectives and budget. Lissa Van Hecke, Event Coordinator Visit T: About the organiser flanders.bio is an independent life sciences cluster organisation based in Flanders, Belgium. flanders.bio I Jean-Baptiste de Ghellincklaan 13 I Box 0102 I 9051 Ghent I Belgium knowledge for growth 15 th edition