INFRASTRUCTURE NEW ZEALAND BUILDING NATIONS SYMPOSIUM 2018 CAPACITY, CAPABILITY AND COLLABORATION THURSDAY 16 & FRIDAY 17 AUGUST 2018 ANZ VIADUCT EVENTS CENTRE, AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS
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Infrastructure New Zealand will host Building Nations, New Zealand s annual infrastructure thought leadership Symposium, on 16-17 August 2018 at the ANZ Viaduct Events Centre, Auckland, New Zealand. WHAT IS BUILDING NATIONS? WHY SUPPORT BUILDING NATIONS? Building Nations is the premier event on New Zealand s infrastructure calendar. The two-day Symposium provides the opportunity for the public and private sectors to come together to progress thinking and advance best practice in national infrastructure development. Attended by over 500 industry and public sector leaders annually, Building Nations provides sponsors with an unparalleled opportunity for profile amongst the leaders of the country and the infrastructure industry. Infrastructure New Zealand looks forward to partnering with members and the wider infrastructure sector to deliver this highly successful Symposium again in 2018. To support Building Nations this year, please contact: The Symposium is the forum for Ministers and key public officials to announce major infrastructure policy directions. Building Nations sets Infrastructure NZ s agenda for action for, and on behalf of its members. It provides the opportunity for building partnerships across the sector. From enhancing networks to fostering strong commercial relationships, Building Nations is about coming together for the good of our Nation. Sarah Lang Project Director and Sponsorship Manager Infrastructure New Zealand sarah.lang@infrastructure.org.nz Tel: +64 9 377 5570 Mob: +64 21 733 434 Sally Bunce Event & Member Services Director Infrastructure New Zealand sally.bunce@infrastructure.org.nz Tel: +64 9 377 5570 Mob: +64 21 749 449 At its heart, Building Nations is about discussing and agreeing what must be done to ensure New Zealand s infrastructure is not just fit-for-purpose, but that our infrastructure supports sustained improvement in the quality of life for all New Zealanders, now and into the future. 277 318 395 405 534 Stephen Selwood Chief Executive Infrastructure New Zealand stephen.selwood@infrastructure.org.nz Tel: +64 9 377 5570 Mob: +64 21 791 209 Patrick Brockie Chairman Infrastructure New Zealand Patrick.Brockie@anz.com Mob: +64 21 281 0528 Note: For 2018, due to venue capacity constraints, Symposium registrations will be limited to the first 600 people. Please ensure you register early to guarantee your place. AKL AKL CHC 2013 AKL 2014 WLG 2015 2016 2017 Number of BNS Delegates 4
SPONSORS FIRST RIGHT OF RENEWAL As sponsorship opportunities associated with Building Nations are limited, and sell out annually, last year s sponsors have first right of renewal. To find out whether a sponsorship opportunity has become available, to register your company as first in-line for a specific sponsorship package, or to renew your sponsorship package, please email Sarah Lang. To avoid disappointment, please contact Sarah Lang now to discuss sponsorship opportunities still available for Building Nations 2018. 2017 SPONSORS Premier Sponsor (1 package) ANZ Gold Sponsors (4 packages) BNZ, Fletcher, Fulton Hogan, KPMG Silver Sponsors Bronze Sponsors (10 packages) (10 packages) Aurecon, EY, ICBC, Jacobs, MinterEllisonRuddWatts, MUFG, Russell McVeagh, Westpac, WSP Anthony Harper, Bell Gully, Chapman Tripp, GHD, Harrison Grierson, Stantec Technology Sponsor (1 package) Beca Award Sponsor (1 package) Macquarie After Party Sponsor (1 package) Anderson Lloyd Cocktail Function Sponsor (1 package) CPB Contractors Women in Infrastructure Breakfast Sponsor (1 package) Fulton Hogan partnered with Watercare Emerging Talent Breakfast Sponsor (1 package) Auckland Council Stationery Sponsor (1 package) Rider Levett Bucknall Lanyard Sponsor (1 package) WT Partnership Lunch Sponsors (2 packages) Programmed, Watercare Morning / Afternoon Tea Sponsors (3 packages) Advisian, Jacobs, Marsh Fresh Juice Bar Sponsor (1 package) RCR Infrastructure Coffee Cart Sponsors (2 packages) ANZ, Fulton Hogan NEW CATEGORIES FOR 2018 Sustainability Sponsor (1 package) $7,500 +GST Closing Drinks Sponsor (1 package) $7,000 +GST Shoe Shine Sponsor (1 package) $7,000 +GST Day Two Table Drop Afternoon Tea Sponsor (1 package) $5,000 +GST ADD-ON CATEGORIES FOR 2018 *Please note to take advantage of these Add-Ons, you must already be sponsoring another category Additional Coffee Cart Sponsor (1 package) $4,000 +GST Outdoor Entrance Display Sponsor (1 package) $6,000 +GST Official Conference Umbrella Co-Sponsor - $3,000 +GST Private Meeting Room Sponsors (1 package) (2 packages) $6,000 +GST (Large) $4,000 +GST (Small) 5
MAJOR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES EXHIBITION Premier Sponsor (1 package) Gold Sponsor (4 packages) Silver Sponsor (10 packages) Bronze Sponsor (10 packages) Complimentary exhibition space (to be themed with lounge seating to encourage networking) 18 sqm 15 sqm 9 sqm 9 sqm REGISTRATIONS Complimentary Symposium registrations 20 10 5 3 Complimentary Speaker registrations (day registrations only) 2 1 1 - Complimentary Exhibitor staff passes 1 1 1 1 PROFILE Opening address (up to 10 minutes) Keynote speaker presentation (up to 20 minutes, to be scheduled during one of the morning sessions within programme) Naming rights to the Building Nations Gala Dinner Presentation or participation on one of the panels within the programme (up to 20 minutes) Position on one of the panels within the programme Session introduction to display expertise in the topic matter (up to 5 minutes) Verbal acknowledgement at the Symposium Opening Company logo on email broadcasts, venue and directional signage (where applicable) Opportunity to reserve tables and invite guests to join your table at the Building Nations Gala Dinner Name only 3 tables 1 table Display of Company banner Copy of the delegate list (please note that names are limited to those who have agreed to name disclosure) Supplied 3 weeks prior, 1 week prior and 1 week after Symposium Supplied 2 weeks prior, 1 week prior and 1 week after Symposium Supplied 1 week prior and 1 week after Supplied at the Symposium and 1 week after Investment $50,000 +GST $32,000 +GST $20,000 +GST $14,000 +GST 6
MAJOR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES Premier Sponsor $50,000 +GST - Only 1 package available As the Premier Sponsor, you will be recognised as the principal sponsor of and will have high profile exhibition space in the exhibition hall. Speaking opportunity Opening address (up to 10 minutes) Keynote speaker presentation (up to 20 minutes, to be scheduled during one of the morning sessions within the Symposium programme) Participation on one of the panels within the programme (up to 20 minutes) Right to secure guest speaker for the Gala Dinner Exhibition Booth Exhibition space measuring 18 sqm (to be furnished with lounge seating to encourage networking) Twenty (20) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Two (2) Speaker registrations (day registrations only), which include attendance at the sessions, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktail function, the Building Nations Gala Dinner and the After Party. (Please note that access to the Gala Dinner is only available to speakers presenting on day 1 of the Symposium) One (1) Exhibitor staff pass, which includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea Naming rights to the Building Nations Gala Dinner Verbal acknowledgement as the Premier Sponsor at the Symposium Opening Company logo on email broadcasts, venue and directional signage (where applicable) Opportunity to reserve 3 tables and invite guests to join your table at the Building Nations Gala Dinner Opportunity to display company banner Copy of the delegate list 3 weeks prior, 1 week prior and 1 week after (please note that names are limited to those who have agreed to name disclosure) Gold Sponsor $32,000 +GST - Only 4 packages available As a Gold Sponsor, you will be recognised as a key sponsor of and will have high profile exhibition space in the exhibition hall. Speaking opportunity Presentation or participation on one of the panels within the programme (up to 20 minutes) Exhibition Booth Exhibition space measuring 15 sqm (to be furnished with lounge seating to encourage networking) Ten (10) Symposium registrations, which include attendance One (1) Speaker registration (day registrations only), which includes attendance at the sessions, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktail function the Building Nations Gala Dinner and the After Party. (Please note that access to the Gala Dinner is only available to speakers presenting on day 1 of the Symposium) One (1) Exhibitor staff pass, which includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea Verbal acknowledgement as a Gold Sponsor at Opening Company logo on email broadcasts, venue and directional signage (where applicable) Opportunity to reserve 1 table and invite guests to join your table at the Building Nations Gala Dinner Opportunity to display company banner Copy of the delegate list 2 weeks prior, 1 week prior and 1 week after (please note that names are limited to those who have agreed to name disclosure) An excellent symposium on all counts. 7
Silver Sponsor $20,000 +GST - Only 10 packages available As a Silver Sponsor, you will be recognised as a sponsor of the Symposium and will have an exhibition space in the exhibition hall. Speaking opportunity Position on one of the panels within the programme Exhibition Booth Exhibition space measuring 9 sqm (to be furnished with lounge seating to encourage networking) Five (5) Symposium registrations, which include attendance One (1) Speaker registration (day registrations only), which includes attendance at the sessions, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktail function, the Building Nations Gala Dinner and the After Party. Please note that access to the Gala Dinner is only available to speakers presenting on day 1 of the Symposium) One (1) Exhibitor staff pass, which includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea Company logo on email broadcasts, venue and directional signage (where applicable) Copy of the delegate list 1 week prior and 1 week after the Symposium (please note that names are limited to those who have agreed to name disclosure) Bronze Sponsor $14,000 +GST - Only 10 packages available As a Bronze Sponsor, you will be recognised as a sponsor of the Symposium and will have an exhibition space in the exhibition hall. Speaking opportunity Session introduction to display expertise in the topic matter (up to 5 minutes) Exhibition Booth Exhibition space measuring 9 sqm (to be furnished with lounge seating to encourage networking) Three (3) Symposium registrations, which include attendance One (1) Exhibitor staff pass, which includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea Company name on email broadcasts, venue and directional signage (where applicable) Copy of the delegate list at and 1 week after the Symposium (please note that names are limited to those who have agreed to name disclosure) Another really useful conference. Very positive feedback from everyone I spoke to. Well done! The team are to be congratulated for having created one of the best industry events in NZ! 8
ADDITIONAL PACKAGES After Party Sponsor $12,000 +GST (Exclusive) As the After Party Sponsor, you will host the delegates to a private function after the Gala Dinner on the Thursday evening. This is an excellent way for delegates to cement relationships created during the course of, and to credit you with the opportunity! Three (3) Symposium registrations, which include attendance at the sessions, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktail function and the Building Nations Gala Dinner Opportunity to address the audience for 5 minutes (at the session prior to the After Party) Work with Organisers to brand the After Party Function in your Company colours/style Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Technology Sponsor $16,000 +GST (Exclusive) As technology sponsor, you will be profiled both on the conference website and on the highly visible live polling platform, which is used throughout the conference. The Committee will arrange facilitation of questions and the management of polls during conference sessions. Your company logo and branding will be included on the static slides associated with the polling. As the technology sponsor, you will also have the opportunity to work together with the conference organisers to develop a summary report of the poll results for wider dissemination. Four (4) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Promoted as the exclusive Technology Sponsor Company logo at the bottom of the static slide outlining the questions and results of the various polls being conducted during the course of Company logo and branding included on any subsequent reports summarising the polling results Access to the delegate list one week before, at and 1 week after Cocktail Function Sponsor $10,000 +GST (Exclusive) As the Cocktail Function Sponsor, you will host drinks and canapes for all delegates at the conclusion of Day One, ahead of the Gala Dinner. This is a popular event typically attended by all delegates, thus providing excellent exposure for your brand. Two (2) Symposium registrations, which include attendance at the sessions, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, the Building Nations Gala Dinner and the After Party Opportunity to address the audience for 3 minutes (at the session prior to the Cocktail Function) Work with Organisers to brand the Cocktail Function in your company colours/style Access to the delegate list at and one week after Fresh Juice Bar Sponsor $7,000 +GST (Exclusive) Provide a healthy alternative to coffee during the conference, as the Fresh Juice Bar Sponsor. Exhibition Booth Exhibition space measuring 9 sqm (to be furnished for the fresh juice bar) Two (2) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Opportunity to display a branded banner at the juice stand Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after 9
Women s Infrastructure Network Breakfast $8,000 +GST (Exclusive) Opportunity to host a sponsored breakfast on 16 August (Thursday morning) and be associated with this key networking platform which will focus on the contribution of women to the infrastructure sector. Speaking Opportunity Opportunity to propose a speaker to Committee for approval and to chair the breakfast session focussed on Women in Infrastructure. The breakfast session will be scheduled for 2 hours prior to the start of the main Symposium programme. Venue and breakfast will be provided. Your sponsorship will include a buffet breakfast for up to 100 attendees. Any additional attendee costs to be borne by the sponsor. Two (2) Symposium registrations, which includes attendance Promoted as the exclusive Sponsor of the Women s Infrastructure Network Breakfast Company logo included in the promotional breakfast email Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Emerging Talent Network Breakfast $8,000 +GST (Exclusive) Opportunity to host a sponsored breakfast on 17 August (Friday morning), targeting the up and coming talent in the infrastructure sector with the opportunity to network with the stalwarts of the industry, aged 35 years or under. Speaking Opportunity Opportunity to propose a speaker to Committee for approval and to chair the breakfast session focussed on Emerging Talent in Infrastructure. The breakfast session will be scheduled for 1.5 hours prior to the start of the main Symposium programme. Venue and breakfast will be provided. Your sponsorship will include a buffet breakfast for up to 75 attendees. Any additional attendee costs to be borne by the sponsor. Two (2) Symposium registrations, which includes attendance Promoted as the exclusive Sponsor of the Emerging Talent in Infrastructure Breakfast Company logo included in the promotional breakfast email Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Lunch Sponsor $8,000 +GST (per Lunch) Two (2) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Opportunity to address the audience for 2 minutes (at the session prior to your selected lunch) Opportunity to display a free standing banner next to the buffet stations Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Stationery Sponsor $6,000 +GST (Exclusive) One (1) Symposium registration, which includes attendance Branded notebook and pen provided to attendees (provided by sponsor) Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Learnt something from each session attended. 10
Award Sponsor $16,000 +GST (Exclusive) Take a prominent position at the Gala Dinner as the Annual Award Sponsor. Speaking opportunity 3 minute thought leadership introduction at Gala Dinner Awards Ceremony Presentation of Award to winner, together with Infrastructure NZ Chair. Four (4) Symposium registrations, and two (2) Emerging Talent registrations, which include attendance at the sessions, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea, cocktail function, the Building Nations Gala Dinner and the After Party Opportunity to reserve one table and invite guests to join your table at the Building Nations Gala dinner Promoted as the exclusive Award Sponsor Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Coffee Cart Sponsor $4,000 + GST - Only 3 packages available Opportunity to sponsor and be associated with one of three coffee carts strategically placed at the conference venue. Sponsors will have access to a coffee cart which they can brand to maximise visibility and profile (NB: Coffee cart, coffee, barista staff and other ancillary expenses will be additional to the sponsorship. This additional cost is estimated at $4,500 for the duration of the Symposium). In 2018, we are aiming to minimise waste so will be using washable crockery rather than disposable cups at the Coffee Carts. s One (1) full symposium registration, which includes attendance Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Lanyard Sponsor $6,000 +GST (Exclusive) Opportunity to brand the conference lanyard worn by all delegates (600 people) with your company name and logo Two (2) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Company logo on the lanyards provided to attendees Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Morning/Afternoon Tea Sponsor $5,000 +GST (Per break) - Only 3 packages available One (1) Symposium registration, which includes attendance Opportunity to display a free standing banner next to the Morning Tea Stations Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after It was stimulating and enjoyable, and the programme was varied which is good. 11
NEW PACKAGES Sustainability Sponsor $7,500 + GST (Exclusive) Here is a high profile opportunity to make your mark on the conference by sharing your waste minimisation expertise to ensure Building Nations sets a new standard in sustainability for conferences in New Zealand. s Two (2) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Company logo on all recycling and waste bins Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Shoe Shine Sponsor $7,000 + GST (Exclusive) Up for an innovative idea? Make your mark on the conference by offering a shoe shining service for all delegates at a fully themed booth. What a conversation starter! s One (1) Symposium registration, which includes attendance Company logo on Shoe Shine Station Opportunity to display a free standing company banner at the Shoe Shine Station Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after I was very pleased to attend. A real credit to the team. Closing Drinks Sponsor $7,000 + GST (Exclusive) As the Closing Drinks sponsor you will host drinks and canapes for all delegates at the conclusion of. s Two (2) Symposium registrations, which include attendance Opportunity to address the audience for 2 minutes (at the session prior to the Closing Drinks function) Opportunity to work with organisers to brand the Closing Drinks function in your company colours/style Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Day Two Table Drop Afternoon Tea Sponsor $5,000 + GST - Only 1 package available Sponsor Afternoon Tea on Day Two, with a novel table drop platter for each table within the plenary hall. Leverage this opportunity to your advantage with clever branding as part of the platters (branding material at sponsor s expense). s One (1) Symposium registration, which includes attendance Company logo on platters (at sponsor s expense) Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Nothing wasn t relevant - all topics were really good. 12
ADD-ON PACKAGES Conference Umbrella $3,000 + GST In 2018, Building Nations is seeking to minimise waste and reduce the use of plastics. To this end, no corporate merchandise or gifts will be permitted to be provided by any of the sponsors at the Symposium. Instead, sponsors are offered the opportunity to profile themselves through the placement of their logo (white only) on the official black Mini Metro Blunt Symposium umbrella, which will be provided to all 600 delegates. Given Auckland s wet weather, this quality product is sure to be a keeper! Company logo on the official Symposium umbrella Additional Coffee Cart Sponsor $4,000 + GST - Only 1 package available Opportunity to sponsor and be associated with one of three coffee carts strategically placed at the conference venue. Sponsors will have access to a coffee cart which they can brand to maximise visibility and profile (NB: Coffee cart, coffee, barista staff and other ancillary expenses will be additional to the sponsorship. This additional cost is estimated at $4,500 for the duration of the Symposium). In 2018, we are aiming to minimise waste so will be using washable crockery rather than disposable cups at the Coffee Carts. s One (1) full symposium registration, which includes attendance Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Private Meeting Lounge Sponsor Only 3 meeting rooms available $6,000 +GST - Large (1) $4,000 +GST - Small (2) Explore the possibility of entertaining attendees in your own meeting room within the conference venue. Provide a platform for key business interaction in a welcoming yet branded environment. Put your stamp on the space with branded furniture and catering. (Please note that any stylisation, branding and additional catering will be an additional expense to be borne by the sponsor.) Meeting Space Sponsor will be provided with a private room sized at approximately 190m² (large) and 70m² (small) Lounge to be themed, branded and furnished to an appropriate standard at the sponsor s expense (designs, themes and ideas to be presented to Committee for approval) Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after Outdoor Entrance Display Sponsor $6,000+ GST - Only 1 package available Why not take pride of place, with an innovative display at the front entrance of the conference? Perhaps you have a simulator, a new vehicle or some innovative technology that would attract the attention of the 600 delegates as they arrive and depart the venue? Outdoor entrance space under the eaves of the Viaduct Events Centre, measuring 18m² Access to the delegate list at and 1 week after It was the best and most on-song conference I have ever attended. 13
Infrastructure New Zealand Phone +64 9 377 5570 Email info@infrastructure.org.nz Crombie Lockwood Building Level 16, 191 Queen Street, Auckland infrastructure.org.nz/bns-2018