Exciting Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship of the Annual Meeting provides organizations the ability to enhance their image with the most senior level executives from Drug, Food and Mass. Below is an array of Sponsorship Opportunities that will affiliate your company with the NACDS Annual Meeting and demonstrate your support of the industry. For more information, please contact Jim Whitman at (703) 837-4610 or email jwhitman@nacds.org.

Board of Directors Reception, Dinner & Entertainment
SOLD
This is the final evening of entertainment of the Annual Meeting where all attendees convene to celebrate the conclusion of another successful gathering and to honor the NACDS Board of Directors and the 2010 Lifetime Achievement and Begley award recipients. As in years past, this event will conclude with a terrific show. Sponsor will be promoted through the pre-show, on-site, and post-show NACDS marketing material. Special VIP seating and photo opportunities with the entertainment are also included.
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Conference Portfolio
SOLD
The Conference Portfolio is the perfect opportunity for your company to reach all attendees of the Annual Meeting. Each portfolio comes with a notepad of paper and will be made available to all participants who have registered for the event. Sponsor will have their logo strategically placed for maximum brand building and recognition.
$30,000

Conference Registration Bag
SOLD
The Conference Registration Bag is a stylish portfolio bag with the sponsor's company logo printed on the front for all attendees to see. This bag is given to all Annual Meeting participants and contains important information and inserts. Attendees will be sure to keep this bag for years to come.
$25,000

Cyber Stations
SOLD
Cyber Stations consists of computer terminals with printers placed in the highest traffic area of the Annual Meeting. Sponsor will receive recognition on the screen saver and signage at each station. NACDS provides all programming and equipment, the sponsor just has to show up and enjoy the show. Capabilities will include internet connections and e-mail access.
$25,000

Daily Schedule of Events Email
SOLD
This exclusive sponsorship is a time-saver and final nighttime reminder of the next day's activities. At the conclusion of each business day, an email will be sent to all attendees with the next day's schedule of events. By sponsoring this high-profile opportunity, your company will be recognized each time an attendee utilizes the Daily Schedule of Events Email to assist them throughout their busy day ahead.
$25,000

General Program Sponsor
In recognition of your valuable contribution, your company will have an opportunity to host a VIP table (for 10) at the Tuesday evening Board of Directors Dinner and receive special reserved entertainment seating on Tuesday evening April 27. You will also be provided with an invitation to attend a special VIP Sponsor's Reception with the NACDS Board of Directors and retailers as well as acknowledged during the Annual Meeting.
$10,000

Hotel Room Key Cards
SOLD
Sponsor the Annual Meeting hotel key cards for attendees staying at The Breakers hotel and communicate your company message each time the attendees enter their hotel room. Logo and message is printed on each of the room keys. Sponsor has the option of designing the key within hotel specifications.
$25,000

Lanyards for Badges
SOLD
Sponsor the event lanyards and allow the attendees to do the advertising for you! NACDS will produce lanyards printed with your company logo and distribute them to all registrants when they arrive on site.
$30,000

Luggage Tags
SOLD
Sponsor the Annual Meeting Luggage Tags and give your company the opportunity for maximum exposure and brand recognition. Luggage tags will be given to all registered conference individuals participating in the 2010 Annual Meeting.
$20,000

The NACDS Luncheon
SOLD
A delightful luncheon featuring a distinguished guest speaker for all spouses and companions registered for the Annual Meeting. The NACDS Luncheon includes a specially prepared menu by The Breakers' award-winning chefs and a special gift will be presented to all who attend. Sponsorship includes signage at the main entrance, a write-up in the Program Guide, and your logo on our "Thanks To Our Sponsors" signage.
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Pocket Guide
SOLD
This handy little pocket guide is a quick reference to the daily activities taking place at the Annual Meeting. NACDS will prominently place the Pocket Guide behind the name badge of all attendees. Sponsor will have their logo strategically placed for maximum brand building and recognition.
$30,000

Refreshment Breaks
SOLD
Sponsor will receive exclusive recognition by providing coffee and beverages to attendees in the registration area and prior to each morning's Business Program. Sponsor receives napkins with their logo, signage on the break tables, and an opportunity to leave literature at the station.
$25,000

Registration Bag Inserts
Sponsors can place a one-page flyer in the registration bag distributed to all conference attendees. This is ideal to advertise your booth location, invite attendees to your cocktail party, or supply all attendees with your product brochure. Inserts must be 8 1/2" x 11" size or smaller, NACDS needs to approve the insert prior to March 19, 2010, and have in hand by April 9, 2010. Additional fees will apply for late arrivals.
$12,500 - Only 5 Available

Strategic Exchange Locator Card
SOLD
The Annual Meeting Strategic Exchange Appointment area can be easily navigated by all attendees who utilize the Exhibitor Locator Card. By sponsoring this exclusive high profile appointment tool, your company will be recognized every time an attendee opens the map, saving valuable time between important appointments.
$25,000

Sunday Business Program
SOLD
Attracting Conference decision-makers and world renowned speakers, the Business Program is very popular with attendees. Sponsor has the unique opportunity to have corporate staff members greet session attendees as they arrive and will introduce the keynote speaker. Sponsor's Corporate logo will be displayed on the large screens when not in use by the speaker and on all door signage.
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Tuesday Business Program
SOLD
Attracting Conference decision-makers and world renowned speakers, the Business Program is very popular with attendees. Sponsor has the unique opportunity to have corporate staff members greet session attendees as they arrive and will introduce the keynote speaker. Sponsor's Corporate logo will be displayed on the large screens when not in use by the speaker and on all door signage.
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Welcome Reception
The Welcome Reception includes a fabulous assortment of cuisine prepared by The Breakers' award-winning chefs, plus exciting entertainment. Welcome attendees to the Annual Meeting at this grand celebration filled with music, food, and fun. Sponsor benefits include signage at the main entrance, signage at each bar with corporate recognition, napkins with corporate logo, a write-up in the Program Guide, and your logo on our "Thanks To Our Sponsors" signage.
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