October 20111

STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP FORUM - SPONSORSHIP

The forum of choice for compelling conversations on strategic issues that matter.

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ITIES WHO WE ARE

Who we areThe Strategic Leadership forum is a community of leading cross-functional and cross-industry professionals in Canada focusing on business strategy and leadership.

We are a not-for-profit member-driven association that provides a forum for current and future leaders to debate, dialogue, learn and network. Our members develop, lead and facilitate strategy, change and execution for the sustainable success of their organizations. We have a proud history of nearly 50 years.

Our missionTo provide our community of members with an independent and intellectually stimulating forum that delivers practical and executable insights.

Our vision To be the forum of choice for compelling conversations on strategic leadership issues that matter.

What we do

Social Sector

Council

Human Capital Council

ThoughtLeadership

BookGroup &

Editorials

Strategic leadership forums

ResearchBriefings

Innovation

Change Manageme

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What we doMore than ten events a season in five distinct interactive forums:

1. RESEARCH BRIEFING ‘Did you know…?’ Research and white papers on latest issues and trends

2. THOUGHT LEADERSHIP ‘From the Chief’s Chair’ Leaders presenting real-world examples of innovative, actionable strategy insights and business practices applicable to your environment

3. COUNCILS/ROUND TABLES - ‘Up Close and Personal’ Member-only special interest groups

a) Human Capital Council – a dynamic member-only group that meets periodically to exchange knowledge, experience and emerging trends in the areas of leadership, OD and all aspects of managing human capital in organizations.

b) Social Sector Council - a new council that explores and engages non-profit and government sectors for candid dialogue and a deep dive in issues of strategy, innovation, execution and leadership.

c) Global Strategy Roundtable - this season!

d) Marketing /Social Media Councils – coming soon

4. SOCIAL MEDIA GROUP ‘Virtual Voice’ A dynamic online group that has grown from 100 participants to over 700 within months!

5. EDITORIAL AND BOOK GROUP ‘Read and Lead’ Publication of member-written articles and posted selections from Emerald Publishing UK. Pairing vintage wine suggestions with books makes this an ever popular group!

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP EVENTSParticipant Profile: Senior Executives, Leaders, Strategists, Implementers Strategy and implementation focusReal business stories Keynote and panel discussionsSize: 65+ participants

RESEARCH BRIEFINGSParticipant Profile: Strategists, VPs, Directors, Practitioners, AcademicsAcademic/Learning focusLatest research and white papers Size: 50+ participants

COUNCILS/ROUNDTABLESParticipants Profile: Directors, PractitionersPeer learning focusSubject matter expertsRoundtable discussionsSize: 20+ participants

We also offer CUSTOM EVENTS!CompetitionsFacility ToursWorkshops and webinarsProduct Launch – Beta environmentOther….

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ITIES WHO WE ARE WHAT WE DO Select list of sponsors, supporters and represented organizations

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ITIES WHO WE ARE WHAT WE DO

For Sponsors -

Cross-promotion (brand value partnerships) We believe in collaborating with our sponsors/partners and leveraging our unique strengths to build synergy and momentum for all of us.

To our sponsors, SLF proposes a unique value of cross-promotion! For you, this means:

we work closely with you to promote your brand identity

showcasing your brand at twelve plus high caliber events a year

strengthening your position as leading edge thinkers and doers

access to leaders and decision-makers in an environment that is intimate and interactive

engaging interest from media, thought leaders and key players

partnering with a professional organization that has been “talking strategy” for 50 years !

practical channel to promote your organization

For Corporate Members -

Cross-pollination (knowledge exchange)We believe organizations succeed when ALL functional units work together in pursuit of a common vision through leadership, strategy and execution.

To our corporate members, SLF proposes a unique value of cross-pollination! For your management team, this means:

being an integral part of a community that thrives on sparking deep discussions

access to diverse forums with multiple functional expertise – for knowledge exchange, broader business acumen and executable knowhow

networking opportunity with leaders, thinkers and doers

peer learning from diverse industries

excellent opportunity to develop professional skills through member participation

five types of forums (and growing) – to suit your interests

pay for only 7 and enlist 10 individuals ($1365 + HST)

SLF Sponsorship 2011/2012: Our Value Proposition

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ITIES CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Series SponsorOne of 3 themes:

a. INNOVATION b. STRATEGY EXECUTION c. CHANGE MANAGEMENT

Event SponsorOne of many events for the year:

• Research Briefings• Thought Leadership Series• Human Capital Council• Social Sector Council• Book and Editorial Group• Change Management Event

Title SponsorExclusive Sponsor for SLF for the full Season to include all three series and more than twelve events for the year – from Sept 2011 to Jun 2012

Our commitment to you -Work closely with you to support your brand integrity

Full exposure at all events & series (12-15) 3 mins opening at larger events: Research

Briefing, Thought Leadership Complimentary table of 8 at larger events.

2 seats at Council events Integrated marketing exposure

Your commitment - Partner with SLF to deliver a strong programming season

1. $20,000 financial contribution for the full season with no further costs for location or refreshments OR

2. $10,000 financial contribution plus costs of location and refreshments

Your commitment - Partner with SLF to deliver a strong programming season

1. $8,000 financial contribution for the full season with no further costs for location or refreshments OR

2. $5,000 financial contribution plus costs of location and refreshments (4-5 events)

Our commitment to you -Work closely with you to support your brand integrity

Full exposure at all events for the series (4-5)

3 mins opening at larger events: Research Briefing, Thought Leadership

Complimentary table of 8 at larger events. 2 seats at Council events

Integrated marketing exposure

Our commitment to you -Work closely with you to support your brand integrity

Full exposure at the event Complimentary 4 seats at the larger event

or 2 seats at Council events Integrated marketing exposure

Your commitment - Partner with SLF to deliver a strong programming season

1. $2000 for the RB and TL events with no further costs

2. $800 for Council events 3. Consideration will be given to

sponsor support in lieu of financial contributions

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