THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT GATHERING OF CIOs AND … · Overview & Benefits 3 1) Brand Awareness – Having your logo displayed around the venue builds brand recognition and ensures

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THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT GATHERING OF CIOs AND SENIOR IT EXECUTIVES

CONTENTS

Brand Awareness

Speaking & Demonstration Opportunities

Integrated Exposure/Networking

Targeted Audience Exposure

Traffic Drivers/Experiential

Make the Most of Your InvestmentAs a Gartner Symposium/ITxpo sponsor, you gain access to the world’s largest and most influential gathering of IT leaders. More than 8,700 IT leaders including 3,200 CIOs from organizations worldwide come together at this flagship event each year – the largest gathering of C-level executives in the industry.

While sponsoring Gartner Symposium/ITxpo is the first step to getting in front of this premier IT audience, we’ve created a variety of Marketing and Promotional Opportunities (MPOs) that can expand your reach even further. Selecting the right MPOs is an integral part of your organization’s strategy for building brand identity and increasing awareness before, during and after the conference – and it’s a great way to maximize your investment. Whether your company is an undisputed leader or a new force to contend with, MPOs can help your company stand out from the competition and create a lasting impression. Your Account Manager can assist you in building a customized MPO solution to help you achieve your objectives.

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Overview & Benefits

Overview & Benefits

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1) Brand Awareness – Having your logo displayed around the venue builds brand recognition and ensures that your organization is top of mind when attendees navigate through the event.

2) Speaking & Demonstration Opportunities – These opportunities allow you to educate attendees on your products and service through speaking engagements and hands-on workshops. Exchange dialogue and share your thought leadership with a captive audience.

3) Integrated Exposure/Networking – These MPOs enable attendees to network with each other as well as with you through a variety of social events and touch points. This increased visibility reaches the majority of the audience at the conference, including hundreds of Gartner analysts watching for new trends and solutions as well as media outlets looking for newsworthy products and services.

4) Targeted Audience Exposure – By creating an invitation-only activity or program, you ensure that your organization reaches the right decision-makers. We can work with you to target a segment of the audience that meets your specific objectives.

5) Traffic Drivers/Experiential – The opportunities allow you to promote your organization through custom messaging, branding and memorable experiences during the event to drive attendees to your booth on the ITxpo exhibit floor.

Our suite of MPOs is designed with the following objectives in mind:

For complete details, please contact your Account Manager or call 1-800-356-4740 or email: [email protected]

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Agenda at a Glance Ad

The daily Agenda at a Glance is a printed piece which is much sought after for attendees wishing to peruse the daily highlights of the conference. As one of the few printed pieces made available at the conference, this is a unique and far-reaching way to put your message in front of attendees each day.

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One sponsor

Banner - Europe Foyer Landing Display your booth number, logo and custom message on a large banner positioned above the escalators in the Europe Foyer of the Dolphin Hotel. With high-traffic positioning near the shuttle bus drop-off entrance, the banner provides multiple impressions with thousands of attendees on there way to and from sessions, ITxpo, analyst one-on-ones, the EXP Lounge, meals, hotels and more.

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Two sponsors

Digital Banner - Bottom of ITxpo Escalator Located in a prime spot above one of the main entrances to ITxpo at the bottom of the escalator, this banner offers broad visibility. Your company logo and message will be seen at a key moment - right before attendees step onto the exhibit floor!

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One sponsor

Note that all Sponsor provided content (e.g. advertisements, printed materials, messaging, etc.) is subject to Gartner review and approval.

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Banner - Pillar/Column Wrap on ITxpo Attendees walk between the Atlantic and Pacific exhibit halls frequently during the conference. The pillar wrap banners let you put your logo, custom message, and booth number in the middle of this busy hallway for repeat exposure to attendees. (Total of 4 banners per sponsor)

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Two sponsors - 4 banners per sponsor

Banner - Session Rooms Escalator Display your message and company logo on a large banner above the escalator that attendees will take to get to the upper level session rooms and keynotes at the Dolphin hotel. This heavily trafficked area is an ideal place for building brand equity throughout the week.

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One sponsor


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Campus Branded Flags Tear drop shaped flags positioned in high traffic areas on campus. This is a great way to gain extra exposure with attendees as they travel throughout the campus. Booth number and logo included.

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Five sponsors - four flags per sponsor

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Digital Billboard Located above the entrance to the convention center area at the Dolphin hotel, this large electronic billboard is an ideal way to catch the attention of attendees coming to and from the conference throughout the week. Your company’s message will receive continuous exposure during the conference.

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Two sponsors

Digital Session Signage Promote your brand, speaking session and booth number on the digital signage outside of every session room at the conference. Sponsor also has the option to use an animated banner advertisement on the session screens.

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One sponsor


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Dolphin Escalator Signage Located in a prime spot inside the Dolphin Hotel for attendees going to and from the Swan, the area alongside the escalators is a creative place to share your message and leave a lasting impression. Attendees will pass through here multiple times during the conference throughout the week.

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Two sponsors (One up escalator, one down escalator)

Events Navigator Application Welcome Mat Ad Have your ad/promotion be the first thing attendees see as they log into the Gartner Events Navigator application with their mobile device(s). Sponsor has the option to link to a promotion.

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One sponsor


Events Navigator Application Banner Ad

Gain repeat exposure for your company and message by having your banner ad featured on the Gartner Events Navigator mobile application. Sponsor has the option to link to a promotion. Virtually every attendee will be accessing the application with their mobile devices as they navigate their way through the conference agenda and week. A smart and savvy way to engage attendees!

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Eight sponsors (ads rotate)


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Golf Cart Branding The golf carts are a popular form of transportation for attendees as they look to travel quickly and easily between hotels to attend sessions, keynotes, etc. Drivers will wear your company branded shirt. Branding is displayed on the golf carts and at pick-up and drop-off locations along the route, and includes the option to giveaway an item.

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One sponsor - branding on 20 golf cartsTwo sponsors - branding on 10 golf carts each

Graphic Billboard Catch attendees’ attention with one or more large graphic billboards located in ITxpo Gateway Foyer, directly outside of ITxpo - a high traffic area of the conference. An ideal way to share your message, announce a new product or promotion at ITxpo. Consider making a bigger impact with 2 or more billboards. Content is subject to Gartner approval.

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Six 17 ft x 8 ft graphic billboards available for up to six sponsors

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Hotel Room Key Cards A simple and effective way to put your company’s message and booth location in the hands of thousands of attendees staying at the Swan and Dolphin hotels. The room key will be seen/used by attendees over and over during the week. Pair the room key with a hotel room drop to further your impression and drive even more traffic.

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One sponsor

Brand Awareness

Internet Kiosks Kiosk stations found at each of the conference hotels are a popular stop for attendees looking for session information, sponsor details, conference updates as well as to connect with fellow attendees. Take advantage of this exposure with branded signage, screensavers, and tent cards in this area.

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One sponsor



ITxpo Floor Stickers A creative way to catch attendees’ eyes and lead the way to your booth - with custom floor stickers on ITxpo. Each sponsor receives 10 stickers – a memorable way to make an impression while attendees navigate ITxpo!

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Four sponsors - two sponsor per hall (Atlantic/Pacific); 10 stickers per sponsor

ITxpo Gateway Foyer Banner Located above a main escalator down to ITxpo, this banner offers a great opportunity for exposure right before attendees enter the ITxpo floor.

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One sponsor

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Brand Awareness

Rickshaws One of the most popular forms of transportation for attendees, the rickshaws are a memorable way to connect with attendees. Branding on the rickshaws and drivers wear sponsor branded t-shirt. Sponsor has option to include a small giveaway and run an ad on a tablet in the rickshaws (no audio).

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Three sponsors - 5 rickshaws each

Swan Lobby Hallway Clings This is a great opportunity to put your company’s message in a high visibility area in the Swan Hotel where numerous attendees go for track sessions and remote keynote viewing that is available for each keynote during the week. The pillars are located between the coffee shop and fountain on the lobby level of the Swan Hotel.

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Two sponsors - wall clings on two pillars each

Shuttle Buses The conference shuttle buses provide an ideal opportunity to enable thousands of attendees see your brand while traveling to and from hotels and the special event. Sponsorship includes sponsor logo on external banners on both sides of approximately 12 buses, seat headers and signage at pick-up and drop-off locations.

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Three sponsors

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Swan Hotel Rotunda Banners These large vertical banners are draped in the rotunda are of the Swan Hotel en route to session rooms. This is a high traffic area for attendees throughout the week.

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Three sponsors - one banner per sponsor



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Video Wall The video wall is a sponsor’s opportunity to feature their technology in the bustling lobby area of the Dolphin Hotel. The video wall can be used for live streaming of keynotes, product promotion, live social media feeds and more. It consistently draws a large audience throughout the week, and is a unique and memorable promotion at the conference.

Yacht & Beach Product Zone The Yacht & Beach Product Zone gives sponsors the opportunity to showcase their products and services outside of the ITxpo in a custom-ized product zone, while networking with an elite audience of CIOs.

CIO Thought Leadership Presentation This is an opportunity to present a 45-minute Thought Leadership and Client Case Study presentation to a C-level audience. Open only to pre-qualified CIO Program participants, the session is integrated with their agenda making it the most effective opportunity to reach the CIO audience at Symposium/ITxpo in a speaking format. Format: 10-minute Thought Leadership presentation delivered by top executive from sponsor; 35-minute case study presentation delivered by CIO client. Gartner will work closely with sponsor on session format/content and must provide final approval.

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Six sessions available

Boardrooms The Symposium/ITxpo Boardroom Program is reserved for high-level decision-makers with budget authority who are responsible for assessing the solution provider landscape for their enterprises. This is your opportunity to present a 30-minute session to this intimate group of hand-selected IT executives, who have been prequalified by Gartner and invited to attend as guests at Symposium/ITxpo. The interactive format provides a unique opportunity to highlight competencies and participate in a dialogue with a relevant audience regarding their critical business issues.

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22 sessions available - max. of 2 unique sessions per sponsor


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CIO Roundtable This is an opportunity to facilitate a peer exchange in a small group setting on a hot topic that CIOs are currently grappling with. The goal is to help participants formulate strategies and action plans. Sponsor must provide a senior executive representative to facilitate the discussion.

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One sponsor



Industry Day Solution Provider Session This is an exclusive opportunity for select sponsors to host a 30-minute Solution Provider Session (SPS) during “Industry Day” which takes place on Sunday at Gartner Symposium/ITxpo. This is an excellent means of targeting attendees from a specific industry sector to present a relevant client success story.

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22 sessions available

ITxpo Theater Session This open-air theater – located right on the ITxpo exhibit floor – offers a unique opportunity for you to connect with attendees, provide a quick demonstration and educate them on your products and services in a group setting of up to 100 people. After a 20-minute presentation, sponsors can direct attendees to the booth to continue the conversation. Theater sessions take place during ITxpo exhibit hours.

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Learning Lab Attendees look for hands-on demonstrations during the conference – so they can test drive a product and trial functionality firsthand. For sponsors serious about demonstrating their products and solutions, the Learning Lab provides a distraction-free setting in which attendees can explore, experiment and ask questions. The lab – which is housed in an open theater located right on the ITxpo exhibit floor – is ideal for presentations, Q&A and demonstrations. Learning Lab schedule is inte-grated with the main agenda on Gartner Events Navigator.

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Two sponsors


Solution Provider Session Held in conference session rooms, these popular 30-minute presentations are a key way of educating attendees on a product or service through a client case study. The most highly rated sessions feature a client success story and speaker from a client. Session availability is limited and fills up quickly. Restrictions apply.

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42 sessions

Mobile Data Center/ Trailer A unique and fully custom solution for a sponsor to showcase its data center or other hardware capabilities in real time. Attendees benefit from a first-hand look at your innovative products.

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One sponsor

Product Zone This is an ideal opportunity to show off your product or solution in a separate location from ITxpo - where the focus is exclusively on your product. Fully customizable space provided with many design options to choose from. There are two Product Zone opportunities available - one in the venue where the CIO Program is held, the second option is outside session rooms in the Dolphin Hotel.

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Two sponsors


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Strategic Vendor Workshop This is an opportunity to facilitate a peer exchange in a small group setting on a hot topic that IT leaders are currently grappling with. The goal is to help participants formulate strategies and action plans. Sponsor can offer attendees with an actionable takeaway such as a white paper or blueprint to continue future planning. Sponsor must provide a senior executive representative to facilitate the session.

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Attendee Meals Sponsorship Breakfast and lunchtime are when attendees spend some time networking and enjoy a bit of down time over a meal. Attendees appreciate the meal sponsor(s) for providing this experience. The meal sponsor benefits from branding on cups, napkins, tent cards and large banners/signage in the meal area. Sponsor has option to provide a piece of literature to be distributed at each meal. (Content subject to Gartner approval.)

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Three sponsors for the entire week

Industry Day Reception Welcome attendees on the first evening of Symposium/ITxpo as they wrap up their day after industry-focused sessions on Sunday. This is an ideal opportunity for a sponsor to connect with attendees and announce its participation well before the opening of the ITxpo exhibit floor. The reception is included in the agenda on Gartner Events Navigator and promoted in a pre-event email to attendees.

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One sponsor


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Literature at Information Booths Information booths located in each of the conference hotels are a frequent stop for attendees. This is your opportunity to place your company front and center by showcasing a key piece of literature – at each information booth. Includes one piece of literature at booth and sponsor logo/ad on digital signage at each information booth. Sponsor supplies literature (subject to Gartner approval).

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Three sponsors

ITxpo Cocktail Receptions The ITxpo cocktail receptions are the most popular way for attendees to wrap-up their busy days in sessions, keynotes and analyst one-on-ones – comparing notes and networking with technology providers and peers and enjoying good food and drink.

Sponsorship of the ITxpo receptions includes signage throughout the exhibit area and the food and beverage stations for the three evening receptions (Monday-Wednesday).

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Three sponsors for the week

Meeting Room Conveniently located on the ITxpo exhibit floor, this 10’x10’ meeting room gives you additional space for private client consultations and staff meetings during the event. The door to the meeting rooms are branded with sponsor logo and table and chairs are provided.

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15 available




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Pre-Event Attendee Mailing Registrants receive just one mailing prior to the conference: the pre-event attendee kit that contains all the pertinent registration information. Don’t miss your opportunity to include your company literature in the package that every attendee is guaranteed to open – and get in front of 8,000+ decision makers two weeks before they arrive. The sponsoring company provides the insert, which can be no larger than 8.5 x 11 inches. All content is subject to Gartner approval.

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Three sponsors

Post Event Attendee Mailing Reinforce your presence and stay on the minds of attendees long after the conference is over by sending your customized company literature two weeks post-event to attendees. All content is subject to Gartner approval.

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Three sponsors





Pre-Event Email Banner Spread the word about your presence at Symposium/ITxpo with a banner in one of three Gartner emails sent to attendees. The banner is fully customizable and can link to the URL of your choice.

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Two sponsors per email (There are 3 emails sent approximately 6, 4 and 2 weeks out)

Post Event Email Banner Reach every attendee who was at Symposium/ITxpo with a banner ad in the Gartner post event email message. The banner is fully customizable and can be linked to the URL of your choice.

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Two sponsors (one email with two banners)

Shuttle Bus Commercials (30 or 60 seconds) This is an unparalleled opportunity for sponsors to place their message in front of every attendee at Symposium/ITxpo via the shuttle buses. The opportunity incorporates the sponsor’s 30-second commercial with the Symposium/ITxpo Daily Update that runs on Monday through Thursday at the conference. Sponsor has option to run up to 4 different commercials - one per day!

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Up to (6) sponsors (30 seconds)


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Sponsored Happy Hour/Reception Be the talk of the event as host to a special Wednesday night sponsored happy hour. Sponsors can custom-build their event with a special theme and be as small and intimate or as large and grand as desired, by inviting a select group of attendees or the entire audience. All food and beverage costs are paid by sponsor.

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Three sponsors

Welcome Newsletter This is an opportunity to place a full page ad in the Welcome Newsletter given to all attendees at check in. A perfect way to get your message out to everyone at the event.

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One sponsor


CIO Kiosk at Yacht & Beach A unique opportunity to network with and demonstrate your products and solutions to an elite audience of CIOs. This is one of the few opportunities for sponsors to demonstrate their solutions outside of ITxpo. Sponsors demonstrate their product/device at a demonstration kiosk located in an area in the Yacht & Beach Hotel outside of session rooms. The device/solution can be an emerging technology or a CIO hot button interest.

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20 kiosks available


CIO Seeding Program The ultimate demonstration – let CIO attendees take your products for a test drive for the week! Sponsors can distribute a product – such as a mobile phone or tablet – to a select group of IT executives and, if applicable, send them updates via the device. An area will be provided for distribution and demonstration.

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One sponsor



CIO Targeted Pre-Event Mailing Promote your presence and engage with our CIOs before they arrive! Your company can provide an insert to be mailed out pre-event to all registered CIOs – an ideal way to integrate a message about your solution and activities your organization will be conducting at the conference. Insert can be up to 8 1/2 “x11” and double sided.

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One sponsor

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EXP Lounge: Coffee Bar Be the exclusive sponsor of the coffee bar in the Gartner EXP (Executive Programs) Lounge and provide CIOs a place where they can take a break, refresh and chat with peers over specialty coffees. Bar is custom built and includes branding on the bar, cups and napkins.

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One sponsor

EXP Lounge: Themed Food Breaks Reach the exclusive CIO audience in the EXP lounge and make an impression by providing a fun themed food break in the lounge. Branded signage, napkins and takeaway containers (depending on snack provided) ensure your themed food break leaves a lasting impression.

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Seven sponsors - One per break

EXP Lounge: Charging Station An exclusive opportunity to sponsor the charging station in the EXP Lounge where Gartner top clients congregate. This is an effective way to build brand awareness and increase exposure amongst the CIO community.

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Two sponsors

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EXP Lounge: Relaxation Area Provide top Gartner clients with a special relaxation area with massage therapists in the EXP Lounge. These CIOs will appreciate the hospitality while gaining recognition of your brand.

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One sponsor

EXP Lounge: Remote Office This opportunity involves branding the remote office area, which is designed to provide a private work area where CIOs can catch-up. This is ideal for creating brand awareness and positioning your company directly in front of the EXP community.

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One sponsor

EXP Lounge: Juice Bar Give attendees the morning or afternoon pick-me-up they need by sponsoring a juice bar. This is a step up from the standard drinks offered during the event, complete with freshly blended juices. Branding on the stand as well as potential to brand cups, napkins and uniforms. (Deadlines apply).

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One sponsor



VIP Dinner Hand-select your prospects and clients and treat them to a first-class dinner at a local restaurant during the event. This is a great opportunity to network with senior decision makers in a relaxed atmosphere. Gartner manages invitation process. See full overview sheet for complete details.

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Six sponsors


Industry Day Kiosk This is a unique opportunity for technology and service providers to showcase their solutions to the specific industries they target. Industry Day sponsors have the opportunity to engage industry attendees prior to ITxpo opening on Monday evening. Additionally, since attendees frequently go to sessions with their colleagues, there is potential to interact with multiple decision makers from prospective client organizations at one time.

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One sponsor

VIP Breakfast or Lunch An opportunity for you to talk over a meal with pre-selected attendees who have been invited from a specific industry. Your company representatives can conduct a demonstration or simply use the opportunity to network with participants.

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One sponsor each - Three breakfasts and two lunches available

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VIP Golf Outing One of the best environments for informal interaction and uncovering your prospects issues is none other than the golf course. As the exclusive sponsor of this opportunity you’ll be able to select which attendees you’d like to invite pre-event. Typically the tournament is held the day before the conference begins. You’ll have a chance for branding on the golf carts and in promotional items they get to keep.

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One sponsor

VIP Industry Day Dinner Hand-select your prospects and clients and treat them to a first-class dinner at a local restaurant during the event. This is a great opportunity to network with senior decision makers within an industry focused space in a relaxed atmosphere. Occurs on Sunday night only.

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Three dinners - One sponsor per dinner


VIP Reception Sponsors can custom-build their event with a special theme and be as small and intimate or as large and grand as desired. Gartner will invite your selected group of attendees or the entire audience. All food and beverage costs are paid by sponsor.

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Two receptions - One sponsor per reception



VIP Reception at Special Event Treat up to 50 attendees of your choice to a private VIP champagne re-ception at the Tuesday evening special event. Includes VIP transportation from the Swan Hotel to special event, 90-minute champagne reception with food and drink, and the opportunity to hand out a welcome gift to guests.

Promotion: The reception will be promoted onsite on Monday and Tuesday by the sponsor with Gartner provided invitations. Branding will be provided in the Sponsor VIP area of the park. This is the only targeted networking opportunity available at the special event!

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Three sponsors

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Band at Dolphin Hotel Reception Area Provide some evening entertainment for attendees networking in the Dolphin Hotel lobby. This high traffic area is bustling with activity every evening. The band will wear your logo shirts and signage will be placed throughout the lobby.

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One sponsor



Beverage Break Sponsorship Attendees seek out refreshment stations repeatedly throughout the course of the event. It’s a great time to attract attention, expand exposure, and reinforce your brand. Branded cups mean your logo goes everywhere attendees take their favorite beverage.

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Two breaks - One sponsor per break

Central Pavilion Lounge Provide a lounge in one of the busiest areas on campus. Customize the space provided to match your brand initiatives. Sponsor has option to provide a giveaway ($50 max value).

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One sponsor


Charging Stations - Conference Space Attendees appreciate the sponsor that helps them keep their technology charged during the conference! The charging stations offer prominent brand exposure in areas throughout the conference venues as attendees walk by and/or wait in the vicinity for their devices to charge.

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One sponsor - includes 3 charging stations total

Charging Stations - ITxpo Attendees appreciate the sponsor that helps them keep their technology charged during the conference! The charging stations offer prominent brand exposure in highly trafficked areas throughout the ITxpo exhibit area. Attendees will have seating area to use while their devices to charge.

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One sponsor - includes six stations

Chill Zone Sponsorship Provide a resting place for attendees to take a few minutes off their feet. Branded beanbags and signage throughout the area. Options available to make the area fun and attractive for attendees.

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Four available

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DJ Booth Stationed at the Central Pavilion - one of the main hubs of activity for the conference - the DJ booth sponsorship is among the most memorable promotional opportunities available. Energize attendees with some upbeat music, share your message and leave attendees with a lasting impression as they make their way to and from one-on-ones, ITxpo, registration and more.

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One sponsor


Coffee Bar Sponsorship Give attendees the morning or afternoon pick-me-up they need by sponsoring a specialty coffee bar. This is a step up from the standard coffee offered during the event, complete with baristas and specialty drinks. Branding on the stand as well as potential to brand cups, napkins and uniforms. (Deadlines apply).

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One sponsor

Custom Food Break Attendees seek out snacks during the event to fuel their busy days. Treat them to a fun break in the afternoon with popcorn, soft pretzels or other tasty portable bite. The custom breaks include sponsor logo on napkins, takeaway bags and signage - making an impression with the attendees, and a walking advertisement for the brand.

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Three breaks (Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday) - One sponsor per break


Hydration Station Help attendees stay hydrated during the week with branded water stations throughout the conference venue. There are approximately 20 hydration stations at 4 hotels.

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One sponsor


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Hotel Room Drop Catch attendees as they start their day or unwind in the evening with a special message from your company that is dropped right to their hotel room. With this opportunity, you can choose to distribute literature, a small giveaway, or a ticket for a promotion redeemable at your booth – how creative you want to be is up to you! Your item will either be hung on the doorknob in a bag or slid under the door.

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Limit: 3 per time slot (AM, PM)

Food Truck Sponsorship Let attendees get in on the fun, food truck trend by offering an inspired snack option on one afternoon of the conference. Food truck will be available for 2 hours in the afternoon and will be promoted at the conference. Sponsor branding included on food truck.

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Two sponsors (one per day)



Photo Booth A twist on the typical giveaway, the photo booth is a great way to provide attendees with a fun branded photo memento. Signage will lead attendees to your photo booth space where they can snap a few candid pictures to take home. A great method for driving booth traffic and providing a memorable experience for attendees. Encourage attendees to Tweet photos to win prizes and extend your reach even further. Photographer and backdrop provided by sponsor.

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One sponsor


Juice Bar Sponsorship The juice bar allows your company to provide refreshment to attendees looking for something other than the standard fare. Branding on the stand as well as potential to brand cups and napkins (deadlines apply).

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One sponsor

Hydration Station with Reusable Bottle Upgrade Keep attendees well hydrated throughout the week – and help reduce waste from cups and plastic bottles. Each water bottle will have your company logo imprint and will be given out at Documentation Pick-Up along with the attendee documentation holder. Each water station will also incorporate signage with your logo. There are roughly 20 stations at 4 hotels.

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One sponsor (deadlines apply)


Relaxation Area With all the sessions and meetings happening during the week, attendees are sure to need a break to relax. What better way than to get a massage at the relaxation station provided by your company? Three massage chairs and therapists provided in a semi-private area during ITxpo hours. Sponsor has the option to meet and greet attendees, give away a t-shirt or “relaxation” themed gift and distribute product literature.

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One sponsor

Printing Sponsorship Catch the eye of attendees who need to print documents at the internet kiosks with this branding opportunity. Attendees will appreciate this invaluable service.

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One sponsor

Registration Sponsorship Put your message in front of every attendee from the very beginning of their event experience. The registration sponsor benefits from bold signage throughout the registration area in the Central Pavilion, the first stop on virtually every attendee’s agenda. The Registration sponsor receives exclusive branding rights to the official conference badge lanyards, making the sponsor’s logo a pervasive presence for the duration of the conference.

This package includes:• The opportunity to distribute one piece of literature or branded gift to each attendee at registration• Branding via banners throughout the registration area• Sponsor logo on approximately 8,000 attendee lanyards

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One sponsor

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Shoe Shine Station Treat attendees to a welcome shoe shine (and rest!) as they go about their day. Shoe shine specialists will wear a shirt with your logo on it as they provide complimentary shoe shines for attendees. Signage with sponsor logo is included and sponsor has option to provide a giveaway ($50 max value).

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One sponsor

Telepresence Booth The perfect opportunity to showcase your telepresence solution to attendees in a fully custom setting. Space and signage are provided for you to build out a custom lounge that show off your solution in a unique way. Equipment provided by sponsor.

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One sponsor


Wireless Access Sponsorship Conference attendees frequently connect to the wireless network throughout the event. Sponsoring this heavily used feature means that attendees see your company brand on the wireless splash page each time they connect a laptop or portable device – a surefire way to gain repeat exposure, build awareness and drive traffic.

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One sponsor



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THE WORLD’S MOST IMPORTANT GATHERING OF CIOs AND … · Overview & Benefits 3 1) Brand Awareness – Having your logo displayed around the venue builds brand recognition and ensures