Sponsorship Prospectus WCOA 2018
Invitation Rachel Grimes President IFAC Sydney is gearing up to host a major global event that will bring together more than 000 delegates from over 130 countries to hear world-class speakers and leaders from the finance and business community. The World Congress of Accountants (WCOA) will take place in Sydney in November 2018 and has been held regularly for more than a century. It remains the pinnacle event for our profession. The cosmopolitan city of Sydney will showcase the best that the profession has to offer staged in the world class International Convention Centre, located at Darling Harbour. WCOA will bring the leaders of the global accounting profession together providing a platform to engage with a broad range of leading-edge suppliers that have the capacity to bring value enhancing solutions to their businesses. The WCOA experience will deliver access to the latest in thinking and forecasting the future trends for our profession as well as allowing participants to showcase their own expertise with their international peers. Coming to Australia will go beyond the confines of the professional world with participants having the opportunity to immerse themselves in Australian customs and culture. Our Executive Organising Committee welcomes the chance for you to be part of this pinnacle event for our profession and we encourage you to ensure you position yourself to fully embrace the opportunities created by WCOA 2018. I encourage you to join us in delivering a world class event. Contents Event information 3 Reasons to invest 4 Congress themes 5 Program 5 Program Features Social Functions Audience profile 7 Marketing Plan 8 Packages and opportunities summary 9 Premier Sponsor 11 Major Sponsor 12 Supporting Sponsor 13 Profession Partner Gold 14 Profession Partner Silver 15 Profession Partner Bronze 1 Academic Partner 17 Additional packages 18 Build your own sponsorship package 21 Exhibition location and features 22 Rachel Grimes FCA FCPA President International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) 2
Why Sydney? Fast facts Date: 5-8 November 2018 Venue: International Convention Centre, Sydney, Australia Over,000 attendees from over 130 countries. Visit wcoa2018.sydney for the latest information. Venue information Set around the world s largest natural harbour, Sydney is the most well-known of Australia s cities, and with good reason. The capital of New South Wales (NSW) is truly a city of contrasts; this thriving urban metropolis boasts a vibrant arts and culture scene, world-class restaurants, is home to gorgeous beaches and has a relaxed, laid-back vibe. Top it all off with Sydney s warm climate and you ve got the recipe for the ideal holiday destination. Whether you re keen to explore the iconic, sun-kissed beaches of Sydney s north, relax on the otherworldly shores of Sydney s east, trek along the dramatic cliffs of Sydney s far south, or experience action-packed adventure in the city s west; Sydney is a city of such diversity, there s always something new to discover. Become an honorary Sydneysider and you ll never want to leave. ICC Sydney is Asia Pacific s premier integrated convention, exhibition and entertainment precinct, underlining Sydney s place as one of the world s most desirable meeting and event destinations and providing a platform to collaborate and innovate. At the heart of its very own Sydney harbour waterfront precinct, ICC is set amongst restaurants, retail and a vibrant public domain on Darling Harbour yet only a moment s walk to Australia s largest CBD and surrounding university and cultural quarters. History Rome, Italy 3,95 attendees Istanbul, Turkey 5,170 attendees 200 2010 2014 Contact us Danny Perry Sponsorship Manager +1 2 9213 4015 danny.perry@mci-group.com www.wcoa2018.sydney Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia,050 attendees 3
Reasons to invest Unrivalled channel reach Position your brand both globally and to your local market by taking advantage of our 12 month, multichannel marketing campaign. Includes channel access and content dissemination to approximately 0 of the largest Professional Accounting Organisations globally. The combined reach of IFAC s Professional Accountancy Organisation network of over 2.8 million professional accountants in public practice, education, government service, industry and commerce, in 130 countries and jurisdictions. Brand exposure Combining the strength of attendance from our well established national events, we guarantee a diverse list of senior finance executives, practice partners/ owners and decision makers; CA ANZ Business Forum and CPA Congress attract a combined audience of 2,800 delegates from Sydney alone. If your strategy is to expand your reach to the US, Europe, Africa or Asia, we can target channels to ensure your message reaches your desired audience. Lead generation Connectivity is a core theme of the event: you may want to be involved in our Business Connect program or utilise our leading delegate scanning technology by gathering details with your mobile device. We aim to provide multiple opportunities to capture new markets and win new customers. Audience engagement World Congress is the ultimate platform to launch new products, services and thought leadership directly to potential clients. The packages provide opportunities through the showcase exhibition (Day One), expo program and sponsored events to amplify your message. 4
World congress program themes PROTECTING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND BUILDING PROSPERITY SAFE GUARDING THE FUTURE OF THE ACCOUNTING PROFESSION BUILD TRUST AND CONFIDENCE IN FINANCIAL ADVICE ADDRESSING THE ERSHIP CHALLENGE EMBRACING DISRUPTIVE TECHNOLOGIES, BLOCKCHAIN, AI AND MACHINE LEARNING ETHICS AND INTEGRITY THE CORE OF THE PROFESSION SUSTAINABILITY, INTEGRATED REPORTING AND TRANSPARENCY Program DAY ONE MONDAY 5 NOVEMBER DAY TWO TUESDAY NOVEMBER DAY THREE WEDNESDAY 7 NOVEMBER DAY FOUR THURSDAY 8 NOVEMBER ACCOUNTING & BUSINESS SHOWCASE EXPO 8.00am 8.00pm Registration 10.00am 12.00pm Congress Workshops Expo Presentations 12.00pm 1.00pm Exhibition Lunch 12.10pm 12.55pm Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 1.00pm 3.00pm Congress Workshops CONGRESS CONGRESS CONGRESS 8.15am 10.15am Opening ceremony and Keynote 1 10.15am 11.00am Morning tea 10.25am 10.45am Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 12.15pm 1.15pm Exhibition Lunch 12.25pm 1.10pm Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 2.30pm 3.30pm Melbourne Cup Event 3.30pm 5.00pm Keynote 2 8.30am 10.15am Keynote 3 10.15am 11.00am Morning tea 10.25am 10.45am Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 12.15pm 1.30pm Exhibition Lunch 12.40pm 1.30pm Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 2.45pm 3.30pm Afternoon tea 3.10pm 3.30pm Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 3.30pm 5.00pm Keynote 4 9.00am 10.15am Keynote 5 10.15am 11.00am Morning tea 10.25am 10.45am Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 12.15pm 1.30pm Exhibition Lunch 12.25pm 1.15pm Expo Presentations Think Tank and Tech Tank 2.45pm 4.00pm Keynote 5.00pm 8.00pm.30pm 11.00pm.30pm 11:00pm 4.00pm 4.30pm Launch Event Social Event Gala Event Closing Ceremony *Program subject to change 5
Program features Expo Presentations Expo Presentations are accessible to all Congress delegates and will be scheduled over the full four days of the Congress. Your content will be allocated to the Think or Tech Tank in the Exhibition Theatre. All WCOA content should be designed to address audience needs and presentations are scheduled to be 20 minutes in length. The WCOA Committee will work with your organisation directly to shape the presentation. You will have the opportunity to link materials to the session through the Congress App. Think Tank The Think Tank theatre will provide a series of Expo Presentations from sponsors and partners throughout the Exhibition breaks. Think Tank content will provide an opportunity to launch research, thought leadership and best practice. Tech Tank The Tech Tank theatre will provide a series of Expo Presentations from sponsors and partners throughout the Exhibition breaks. Tech Tank content will provide an opportunity to launch research, product demonstrations and best practice technology. Congress Workshops Two hour workshops will be accessible to all Full Congress delegates on Monday 5 November. Workshops must deliver on audience needs and have designed learning outcomes. The WCOA Committee will work with your organisation directly to shape the session. Social functions Launch Event Monday 5 November 2018 Join us on day one for a party to celebrate the start of WCOA 2018. Attendance will be encouraged with complimentary passes for all Full Congress delegates. Melbourne Cup Event Tuesday November 2018 Join us for the prestigious race that stops the nation! The race will be streamed in the exhibition hall and program sessions will not be scheduled during the race to ensure the delegates have full opportunity to experience this iconic Australian event. Social Event Sydney Harbour Cruise Tuesday November 2018 Set sail on the Sydney Harbour in a luxury cruise vessel viewing some of Australia s most iconic sites such as the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Gala Event Wednesday 7 November 2018 Join us for a unique Sydney Nights themed event that will take delegates on a sensory journey of Australia.
Delegate profile NORTH AMERICA 5 % 300 EUROPE 10 % 00 MIDDLE EAST 1 % 0 ASIA 20 % 1,200 SOUTH AMERICA 1 % 0 AFRICA 13 % 780 AUSTRALIA (OCEANIA) 50 % 3,000 CONTINENTS 130 COUNTRIES,000 SENIOR BUSINESS, FINANCE AND ACCOUNTING ERS Decision makers Sectors C-SUITE, BUSINESS OWNER OR MANAGING DIRECTOR GENERAL MANAGER, OR DIRECTOR MANAGER, ER OR SPECIALIST ACCOUNTANT OR ANALYST 900 900 00 120 900 180 900 15 % LISTED ENTITY 15 % LARGE CORPORATE 10 % SMALL AND MEDIUM-SIZED ENTERPRISES 2 % NOT-FOR-PROFIT 15 % GOVERNMENT 3 % ACADEMIA 15 % PUBLIC PRACTICE LARGE 1500 25 % PUBLIC PRACTICE SMALL AND MEDIUM PRACTICES 7
Marketing plan Integrated marketing communications campaign led by Filtered Media Active engagement through PAO marketing, in-person global advocacy, media and social activations Online registrations and attendee remarketing campaign Email PPC Social Ads Reviews Blog Newsletter Social Networks FAQ Knowledge Base Online Ads Media Website Blog awareness interest consideration purchase retention advocacy PR Radio TV Print Word of Mouth Email Ecommerce Store Promotions Reach 7.2m (30+ ONLINE ARTICLES) 35,000 (750+ SOCIAL POSTS) 2.8m (15+ EDMs) 10m (20+ PRESS RELEASES) + ALWAYS ON CAMPAIGNS (SOCIAL AND SEARCH) 250,000 CAANZ + CPA AUSTRALIA MEMBERS 2.8 MILLION IFAC MEMBERS,000 ATTENDEES FROM 130+ COUNTRIES 8
Packages and opportunities summary PACKAGES NUMBER OF OPPORTUNITIES SOLD PAGE Premier Sponsor 1 Sold 11 Major Sponsor 5 2 sold 12 Supporting Sponsor 12 4 sold 13 Profession Partner Gold (3), Silver (5) and Bronze (12) 20 Gold (2), Silver (2), Bronze (2) 14 1 Academic Partner 1 Sold 17 Book Signing Café Sponsor 18 Charity Partner 1 18 Technology Category Wi-Fi and Congress App 2 Congress app (1) 19 Connectivity Category Business Connect 1 20 Volunteer Partner Sold 20 Build your own sponsorship package 21 Exhibition opportunities 22 SPONSORSHIP ENTITLEMENTS PREMIER SPONSOR (1) POA MAJOR SPONSOR (5) AUD150,000 SUPPORTING SPONSOR (12) AUD80,000 PROFESSION GOLD (3) AUD300,000 PROFESSION SILVER (5) AUD150,000 PROFESSION BRONZE (12) AUD50,000 ACADEMIC (1) AUD50,000 AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Speaking opportunity in program Concurrent 1 Session facilitator/interviewer/ Chair 1 Congress Workshop or Expo Presentation 2 consecutive Congress Workshops 1 Expo Presentation Choice of Congress Workshop or Expo Presentation Expo Presentation 1 Congress Workshop 1 Expo Presentation Choice of Congress workshop or Expo Presentation Breakfast Café Session 1 Opportunity to address attendees three minutes Acknowledgement during event and three minute video Exclusive event sponsor and acknowledgement during event Opening ceremony Gala Event Choice of: 1. Chillout Lounge 2. WCOA Lounge Areas 3. Exhibition Coffee Carts Link to research, papers and articles through app/website (content strategy) Thought Leadership Content Launch (content strategy) 1 9
SPONSORSHIP ENTITLEMENTS PREMIER SPONSOR (1) POA MAJOR SPONSOR (5) AUD150,000 SUPPORTING SPONSOR (12) AUD80,000 PROFESSION GOLD (3) AUD300,000 PROFESSION SILVER (5) AUD150,000 PROFESSION BRONZE (12) AUD50,000 ACADEMIC (1) AUD50,000 Social media content opportunity 4 2 1 4 2 1 Logo placement on and electronic collateral Electronic handbook full page ad (prime positioning) 1 1 1 1 Electronic handbook half page ad 1 1 1 Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) advertorial Interview with senior executive to be promoted through website and marketing channels 2 1 2 1 1 1 Post congress summation Advertorial content in Congress Daily News Business Connect program session access Delegate scanning technology through app to scan badges Delegate list pre and postevent Congress delegate engagement report Exclusive lanyard sponsor E-satchel insert 3 2 2 3 2 2 1 Logo acknowledgement in plenary sessions, opening and closing ceremonies Congress app logo, URL and contact details Brand exposure on post-event portal with all session audio files Stand size m² 90m² 72m² 3m² 3m² 3m² 18m² 9m² Opportunity to host a company reception at stand Exclusive branding on lounge area Venue signage logo display 2 Sponsor acknowledgement signs Sponsor acknowledgement signs Sponsor acknowledgement signs Sponsor acknowledgement signs Sponsor acknowledgement signs Sponsor acknowledgement signs Sponsor acknowledgement signs DELEGATE REGISTRATIONS Full Congress registrations 15 10 5 10 10 5 Exhibitor passes 15 10 5 15 10 5 Social Event Town Hall (Tuesday) 10 5 Gala Event (Wednesday) 20 10 5 15 10 5 10
PREMIER SPONSOR POA SOLD EXCLUSIVE Highest level of sponsorship tailored to a corporate sponsor with strong affiliation to the profession. Receive the largest brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence. Present directly to delegates through participation on the thought leadership program, deliver a congress workshop stream, expo presentation and Café Session. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT DELEGATE REGISTRATION AND FUNCTION TICKETS Speaking opportunity in program Concurrent Panel Congress workshop stream (Monday) two (2) 120 minute congress workshops Expo presentation one (1) 20 minute demonstration/presentation Opening Ceremony (Tuesday) 3 minute video during the WCOA 2018 Opening Ceremony Official Gala Event Sponsor (Wednesday) Breakfast Café Session (Thursday) Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app Social media four (4) content opportunities Pre-event electronic collateral logo and recognition of partnership Program e-handbook one (1) full page colour advertisement Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) content advertorial information to be included in two (2) EDMs Post congress summation logo and acknowledgement of partnership Video interview with senior executive from your organisation Advertorial content in Congress Daily News one (1) per day Business Connect program Delegate scanning technology Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) Exclusive congress lanyard sponsorship E-satchel insert x 3 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Post-event portal Exhibition 90m 2 of exhibition space. Exclusive branding of two business lounge areas 3m 2 Venue signage Opportunity to host a company reception at stand 15 x fulltime delegate registrations. 15 x exhibitor passes. 20 x tickets to the Gala Event. 10 x tickets Social Event Town Hall 11
MAJOR SPONSOR AUD150,000 3 AVAILABLE 2 SOLD Second level of sponsorship tailored to a corporate sponsor with strong affiliation to the profession. Receive the large brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence. Present directly to delegates through participation on the thought leadership program, deliver a congress workshop stream, expo presentation and sponsor an evening event. CHOICE OF: AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT 1. Ownership of 3m 2 Chill Zone 2. Ownership of two of the four 54m 2 WCOA Lounge areas (fit out or styling at sponsor s expense) 3. Exclusive branding of four (4) coffee carts Choice of workshop or expo presentation Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app DELEGATE REGISTRATION AND FUNCTION TICKETS Social media two (2) content opportunities Pre-event electronic collateral logo and recognition of partnership Program e-handbook one (1) full page colour advertisement Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) content advertorial information to be included in one (1) EDM Business connect program Delegate scanning technology Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) E-satchel insert x 2 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Post-event portal Exhibition allocation of 72m 2 of exhibition space. Sponsor acknowledgement signage Opportunity to host a company reception at stand 10 x fulltime delegate registrations. 10 x exhibitor passes. 10 x tickets to the Gala Event. 12
SUPPORTING SPONSOR AUD80,000 8 AVAILABLE 4 SOLD Corporate sponsorship tailored to a corporate sponsor with affiliation to the profession. Receive the brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence. Present directly to delegates through facilitation of an expo presentation. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Expo presentation one (1) 20 minute demonstration/presentation Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app Pre-event electronic collateral logo and recognition of partnership Program e-handbook one (1) half page colour advertisement Delegate scanning technology Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) DELEGATE REGISTRATION AND FUNCTION TICKETS E-satchel insert x 2 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Exhibition 3m 2 of exhibition space. Venue signage sponsor acknowledgement signage Opportunity to host a company reception at stand 5 x fulltime delegate registrations. 5 x exhibitor passes. 5 x tickets to the Gala Event. 13
PROFESSION GOLD AUD300,000 1 AVAILABLE 2 SOLD Profession partnership gold is tailored to Professional Accountancy Organisations and Accounting Firms. Receive the premium brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence. Present directly to delegates through participation on the thought leadership program, deliver a congress workshop stream and expo presentation. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT DELEGATE REGISTRATION AND FUNCTION TICKETS Session involvement facilitator/interviewer/chair Thought leadership content launch Congress workshop (Monday) Expo presentation Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app Social media four (4) content opportunities Pre-event electronic collateral logo and recognition of partnership Program e-handbook one (1) full page colour advertisement Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) content advertorial information to be included in two (2) EDMs Advertorial content in Congress Daily News one (1) per day Post congress summation logo and acknowledgement of partnership Business Connect program Delegate scanning technology Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) E-satchel insert x 3 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Post-event portal Exhibition 3m 2 of exhibition space. Sponsor acknowledgement signage Opportunity to host a company reception at stand 10 x fulltime delegate registrations. 15 x exhibitor passes. 15 x tickets to the Gala Event. 5 x tickets Social Event Town Hall 14
PROFESSION SILVER AUD150,000 3 AVAILABLE 2 SOLD Second level of profession partner tailored to Professional Accountancy Organisations and Accounting Firms. Receive the premium brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence. Present directly to delegates through participation on the thought leadership program and expo presentation. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Choice of workshop or expo presentation Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app Social media two (2) content opportunities Pre-event electronic collateral logo and recognition of partnership Program e-handbook one (1) full page colour advertisement Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) content advertorial information to be included in one (1) EDM Delegate scanning technology Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) DELEGATE REGISTRATION AND FUNCTION TICKETS E-satchel insert x 2 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Exhibition 3m 2 of exhibition space. Sponsorship acknowledgement signage Opportunity to host a company reception at stand 10 x fulltime delegate registrations. 10 x exhibitor passes. 10 x tickets to the Gala Event. 15
PROFESSION BRONZE 10 AVAILABLE AUD50,000 2 SOLD Profession Partner Bronze is tailored to Professional Accountancy Organisations and Accounting Firms. Receive brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence in Profession Pavilion of the exhibition. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app Pre-event electronic collateral Program e-handbook one (1) half page colour advertisement Delegate scanning technology Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) E-satchel insert x 2 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Exhibition 18m 2 of exhibition space. Sponsorship acknowledgement signage DELEGATE REGISTRATION AND FUNCTION TICKETS 5 x fulltime delegate registrations. 5 x exhibitor passes. 5 x tickets to the Gala Event. 1
ACADEMIC AUD50,000 SOLD Academic partnership for Education Institutions. Receive brand exposure, marketing reach and exhibition presence. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Opportunity to link research, papers and articles to sessions through the congress app Pre-event electronic collateral Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) E-satchel insert x1 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Exhibition 9m 2 of exhibition space. Sponsorship acknowledgement signage 17
BOOK SIGNING CAFÉ SPONSOR AUD50,000 Make your mark at the book signing café with exclusive branding of the coffee cart and book signing area at WCOA 2018. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Expo presentation Social media one (1) content opportunity Pre-event electronic collateral Program e-handbook one (1) half page colour advertisement Electronic Direct Mail (EDM) content advertorial information to be included in one (1) EDM Delegate scanning technology Cafe area In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Sponsorship acknowledgement signage CHARITY IN-KIND SUPPORT Recognised as the official Charity Partner. Pre-event electronic collateral Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) E-satchel insert x 1 In session plenary sessions, and opening and closing ceremonies. Congress app Exhibition 9m 2 of exhibition space. Sponsorship acknowledgement signage 18
TECH ENABLERS WIFI SPONSOR AUD40,000 Recognition as the official WCOA 2018 wi-fi sponsor. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Sponsor logo included on the wi-fi portal log in page with welcome message (max 180 characters). Pre-event electronic collateral Congress app Data will be shared with the sponsor, where delegates have opted in for their information to be shared with third parties when subscribing to the wi-fi service. Sponsorship acknowledgement signage TECH ENABLERS APP SPONSOR AUD50,000 SOLD Sponsor the congress mobile app to be in the palm of every delegate s hand attending WCOA 2018. Pre-event print and electronic collateral Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) Congress app: Exclusive branding Continuous mobile app banner advert 2 x push notifications Single page PDF advertisement Sponsorship acknowledgement signage 19
CONNECTIVITY ENABLERS BUSINESS CONNECT SPONSOR POA Business Connect sponsor package provides a unique opportunity to host key delegate segment meetings throughout WCOA 2018 event. Recognition and naming rights of the Business Connect Hub and standard brand and marketing exposure through promotion of program. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT Opportunity to host meeting segment and topic of your choice Pre-event print and electronic collateral Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) Congress app Sponsorship acknowledgement signage VOLUNTEER UNIFORM SPONSOR AUD12,500 SOLD UNIFORM ITEMS ARE ADDITIONAL, SPONSOR TO SUPPLY (EXCLUSIVE) Opportunity to provide branded apparel to be worn by congress volunteers and ushers at WCOA 2018 (for example, polo shirts or t-shirts). Organisers can assist with finding a supplier; final design subject to organiser approval. Apparel to be co-branded with the congress logo. Pre-event electronic collateral Delegate list (subject to privacy regulations) Congress app Sponsorship acknowledgement signage 20
BUILD YOUR OWN SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE SPONSORSHIP OF: LOGO AND CONTACT DETAILS ON THE WCOA 2018 CONGRESS APP DELEGATE LIST PROVIDED POST CONGRESS (subject to privacy regulations) CONGRESS DELEGATE ENGAGEMENT REPORT One (1) of the four (4) activation zones in the exhibition hall 1. Melbourne Cup Event 2. Australiana 3. Beach Life 4. Sport All branding will be developed by the organisers in partnership with the sponsor. AUD50,000 One (1) of the two (2) exhibition theatres Opportunity to conduct one (1) 20 minute demonstration/presentation as part of the thought leadership program in the Exhibition Theatre, as part of the WCOA 2018 program. Venue hire (within ICC) and basic AV managed by the organisers. Session to be featured within the final program. Final scheduling on day two, three or four and is at the discretion of the WCOA Executive Committee. Scanning technology provided Branding of the theatre developed by the organisers in partnership with sponsor AUD30,000 Congress workshop (Monday) Opportunity to conduct one (1) 120 minute congress workshops as part of the technology/thought leadership program on day one. Venue hire (within ICC), basic AV and registration is managed by the organisers. Additional AV available at the sponsor s expense. Session to be marketed within the official program. Final scheduling is at the discretion of the WCOA Executive Committee. Scanning technology provided AUD22,500 SOLD One (1) of the two (2) Breakfast Café Sessions (Wednesday) Opportunity to host a breakfast café session. Venue hire (within ICC), basic AV and registration is managed by the organisers. Catering to be at sponsor s expense. Session to be featured within the final program. Final scheduling is at the discretion of the WCOA Executive Committee. Scanning technology provided AUD15,000 SOLD Charging Bar Branding developed by the organisers in partnership with sponsor Logo recognition as charge bar sponsor AUD10,000 SOLD 21
EXHIBITION LOCATION AND FEATURES The WCOA 2018 industry exhibition will be the hub of the congress. The exhibition will be a prime networking area for delegates and exhibitors. All catering including the Melbourne Cup function, morning and afternoon tea/coffee, and lunches, will be located in the exhibition area to ensure maximum attendance from delegates. The WCOA 2018 exhibition will feature multiple networking lounges, dedicated barista coffee stations, catering, and the best suppliers in the accounting arena. The place to be for delegates. ITEM DESCRIPTION 3m x 3m SHELL SCHEME BOOTH 3m x 3m FLOOR SPACE Staff on site 2 x exhibitor passes includes: admission to the industry exhibition. Walls 2.5m high matt anodised aluminium frame with white laminated infill walls. (1 x back and 2 x side walls for middle booths; 1 x back and 1 x side wall for corner booths). Official stand builder available Fascia panel Exhibitor company name on fascia panel. Logos can be printed on fascia signs at additional cost. Lights 2 x 120w spots mounted on light track inside fascia. Power 1 x single power point with a maximum of 4amps. Additional equipment for hire Available for hire from exhibition supplier at exhibitor s own expense. Promotion Listing on exhibition page of website. 100 word company profile and logo to appear on the WCOA 2018 website floor plan. Congress delegate list provided post congress (subject to privacy regulations). Logo and contact details on the WCOA 2018 congress app. Opportunity to purchase delegate scanning 22
Exhibition floorplan Dining / Hospitality Lounge / Coffee / Chill Zones Activity Zones / Theatre CAANZ / IFAC / CPA Australia / Premier Sponsor Supporting Sponsor (SS) / Profession Partners (PP) Catering (C) Major THEATRE - 1 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 THEATRE - 2 3 3 10 11 12 13 14 15 1 3 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 09 08 3 3 DINING CHILL ZONE DINING 3 3 24 25 3 3 AP - 1 AP - 2 AP - 3 AP - 4 AP - 5 AP - AP - 7 AP - 8 SP - 5 SP - SP - 7 SP - 8 SP - 9 SP - 10 DINING - 1 HOSPITALITY LOUNGE 3 MAJOR - 3 MAJOR - 4 ACTIVITY - 3 MAJOR - 5 HOSPITALITY LOUNGE 2 MAJOR - 2 PREMIER HOSPITALITY LOUNGE 1 MAJOR - 1 CAANZ ACTIVITY - 2 ACTIVITY - 4 ACTIVITY - 1 IFAC SS - 1 SS - 2 SS - 3 SS - 4 CPA DINING - 2 HOSPITALITY LOUNGE 4 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 EXIT 07 0 05 04 03 02 01 ENTRANCE 30 28 27 2 Rates Shell scheme Floor space *Floorplan subject to change Earlybird (payment received up to and including 30 June 2018) AUD,500 AUD,000 Regular (payment received on or after 1 July 2018) AUD7,300 AUD,800 Terms and Conditions Sponsorship and exhibition terms and conditions are available to view via the WCOA 2018 website. 23
Contact us Danny Perry Sponsorship Manager +1 2 9213 4015 danny.perry@mci-group.com www.wcoa2018.sydney WCOA 2018