We invite you to maximize your organization's visibility before, during and after the CORS/INFORMS 2009 International Meeting through these sponsorship opportunities. With Toronto as its beautiful cosmopolitan setting, this prestigious meeting will draw a truly international attendance. Your organization will reach not only the 1,000+ operations research and management science professionals projected to attend the meeting, but also the more than 25,000 individuals who visit the meeting web site and receive our promotional materials.
LEADERSHIP SPONSORS $10,000 and Above
These premier donors provide leadership support and are considered partners in the success of the meeting. They are accorded high-level recognition and visibility on a continuing basis, including:
Special designation as a Leadership Sponsor in all sponsor recognition mechanisms including meeting website, signage and printed media.
Logo on the front page of the meeting web site, plus logo on the sponsor page.
Hyperlink from the meeting website to your website.
Logo in a full-page advertisement in OR/MS Today, the INFORMS professional news magazine, with a readership of 15,000.
Recognition in the INFORMS broadcast eNews distributed to 10,000 INFORMS members.
Logo and formal acknowledgment in a full-page tribute in the printed meeting program, distributed to all attendees.
Prominent signage with logo at the sponsored event.
Prominent placement in the sponsor recognition display, located in a high-traffic area at the meeting site.
Acknowledgment of support for a specific high-visibility activity at the meeting, plus any special visibility related to the event.
GENERAL SPONSORS
Select from sponsorship opportunities at contribution levels below $10,000 to reach OR/MS professionals at this premier international meeting. Sponsorship can be especially successful for companies new to the OR/MS market or those with new or improved products to introduce.
Sponsors receive the following recognition, in addition to any specific visibility that may be associated with their event:
Logo on the front page of the meeting web site, plus logo on the sponsor page.
Hyperlink from the meeting website to your website.
Logo in a full-page advertisement in OR/MS Today, the INFORMS professional news magazine, with a readership of 15,000.
Logo and formal acknowledgment in a full-page tribute in the printed meeting program, distributed to all attendees.
Prominent signage with logo at the sponsored event.
Acknowledgment in the sponsor recognition display, located in a high-traffic area at the meeting site.
SELECT FROM THESE OPPORTUNITIES:
Welcome Reception – Sunday, June 14 $10,000 Co-Sponsors Invited
The Welcome Reception, featuring great food and great networking, is held on the first evening of the meeting. This event will serve as the social gathering place for about 1,000 OR professionals from around the world who are eager to connect with old friends and meet new ones. The event will be held in an elegant ballroom at the Westin Harbour Castle. Recognition: Leadership benefits listed above, plus prominent signage at the reception.
General Reception – Monday June 15 $12,000 - SOLD Sponsored by Ryerson University Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Science; Ryerson University
What could be more Canadian than a great party at the Hockey Hall of Fame? Our guests have exclusive access to the complete museum – over 57,000 square feet of interactive activities and hockey-related artifacts. Attendees will be able to test their slap shot, touch the Stanley Cup and learn about the hockey greats that shaped Canada’s favorite pastime. The Monday evening General Reception is the largest and most popular social event of the International meeting, where attendees enjoy great food, networking with colleagues and all the fabulous exhibits of this unique museum. Recognition: Leadership benefits listed above, plus prominent signage at the reception.
Registration Bag $10,000 - SOLD Sponsored by ILOG, an IBM Company
Put your logo on the bag that every attendee receives, carries around during the meeting and takes home. It's long-term visibility for you and your affiliation with OR/MS professionals. Recognition: Leadership benefits listed above, prominent signage at the registration area.
General Chair's Reception $3,000
Hosted by the General Chair of the meeting, this by-invitation reception draws an exclusive group of approximately 100 OR/MS leaders. A heavy hors d'oeuvre buffet is served. Recognition: General sponsor benefits listed above, plus verbal recognition of your support by the General Chair. Prominent signage at the event. Complimentary admission to the reception for up to three company personnel.
Badge Holders $5,000
Every one of the 1,000+ attendees will display your logo, along with the meeting logo, on the colorful canvas badge holder worn all during the meeting. A perfect way to gain visibility for your and also display your support of the CORS/INFORMS meeting. Recognition: General sponsor benefits listed above, prominent signage at the registration area all week.
Refreshment Breaks $1,000 - Multiple Opportunities
Monday morning break sponsored by FICO
Be there and be recognized when attendees flock to the refreshment buffets for coffee. Recognition: General sponsor benefits listed above, plus logo/signage at the sponsored break.
Get the maximum exposure for your sponsorship support.
Make your selection today and your company will be listed on the meeting web site.
Fax completed form to Sandy Owens, INFORMS, 401-722-2951.
Sponsorship Selection CORS/INFORMS International Meeting 2009, Toronto:
Company___________________________________________________________
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E-mail______________________________________________________________
Telephone___________________________________________________________
Contact Person_______________________________________________________
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My company will sponsor: _________________________________________
Amount $______________________________________________________
Check enclosed (payable to INFORMS)
AMEX
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Account #________________________________________Exp. Date_________
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