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FSCI 2019 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Modified: Thu, 26 May 2022 13:50:48 +0000
Published: 26 May 2022

Sponsors and funders have always been a big part of the FORCE11 community; in acknowledgement of this support, we have designed packages that will allow for maximum visibility before, during, and after FSCI 2019.  Sponsorships are available in any configuration. However, certain levels of contribution come with additional opportunities for your organization to gain exposure.  These opportunities are limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. 

SPONSORSHIP SIGN-UP FORM 

DONATE FUNDS TO THE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM USD $3,000 

Funds donated in this category will support students and/or those traveling from developing nations to attend FSCI by providing financial support for registration, housing and travel. 

Scholarship Sponsor will receive:  

  • Organization logo, description and website link from FSCI website
  • Organization logo on signage
  • Organization logo slides on the main session screen

PLATINUM LEVEL – DONATIONS OF USD $10,000 OR MORE

Platinum Sponsor will receive the following benefits:

  • Distribution of organization materials to all participants at FSCI2019
  • Funds dedicated to travel support for two students to attend FSCI 2019
  • Organization logo, description and website link from FSCI website
  • Organization logo on signage
  • Organization logo slides on the main session screen
  • (3) full full FSCI tuition for sponsor representatives
  • With a Platinum Level, you receive one item from Group A or two items item from Group B.  See Custom Opportunities

GOLD LEVEL – DONATIONS OF USD $5,000

Gold Sponsor will receive the following benefits:    

  • Organization logo, description and website link from and FSCI website
  • Organization logo on signage
  • Organization logo slides on the main session screen
  • (1) full FSCI tuition for sponsor representative
  • With a Gold Level, you receive one item from Group B.  See Custom Opportunities

SILVER LEVEL – DONATIONS OF USD $3,000

Silver sponsors will receive the following benefits:

  • Organization logo, description and website link from FSCI website
  • Organization logo on publicity materials
  • Organization logo on signage
  • Organization logo slides on the main session screen
  • (1) full FSCI tuition 

DONATIONS OF LESS THAN USD $3,000

All donation of less than $3,000 will supplement the FSCI scholarship program and support indirects of the FSCI program.  

 

PLEASE SIGN UP ON OUR EVENTBRITE SPONSORSHIP PAGE

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT: sponsors@force11.org

 

CUSTOM OPPORTUNITIES

FORCE11 FSCI Custom Opportunities are available ONLY for PLATINUM and GOLD sponsors. All items are on a first come, first serve basis. To take advantage of the free custom opportunities please commit by May 25, 2019 by 8PM EST and select from a variety of FSCI items. After those dates the remaining Custom Opportunities will be available for purchase only.  

GROUP A: EACH ITEM ESTIMATED USD $6000 VALUE

Reception

Hold a stylish reception for all attendees! Place your company front and center with maximum exposure at this much-anticipated networking reception.  Includes: Promotion on FSCI website, by email, in on-site materials, and signage.

Do-A-Thon

Building off the concept of a hackathon, a do-a-thon is a work-sprint where people from different skill sets work together and collaborate on different challenges and projects. Place your company front and center with maximum exposure at this fun networking reception.  Includes: Promotion on FSCI website, by email, in on-site materials, and signage.

Power Point Karaoke

You will not want to miss sponsoring this memorable night!!  Everyone is invited to take part in Battledecks (a.k.a. PowerPoint karaoke) where each contestant is given 3-5 minutes to present ten slides on a surprise topic, with the goal of telling a coherent story while (a) entertaining the audience and (b) keeping a straight face.   Includes: Promotion on FSCI website, by email, in on-site materials, and signage.

Name badge Lanyard Sponsor 

Your logo on each lanyard given to each FSCI participant

Custom Delegate Giveaway item

We can work with you to have your organization’s name and/or logo associated with or printed on a sponsored item i.e. T-shirt, mug, flash drive, candy, etc. (choices of item TBD). We will distribute items to each attendee at FSCI2019

 

GROUP  B: EACH ITEM ESTIMATED USD $3000 VALUE

Refreshment Break Sponsor x 9 

A relaxing opportunity to communicate with attendees. Includes: Acknowledgment before break, buffet table signage, promotional item on buffet tables, possible customization. Nine breaks available

Student Scholarships

Sponsor students in support of attendance tuition, travel, and housing costs to attend

instructor Travel Scholarship-

Sponsor a speaker or speakers in support of tuition, travel and housing costs to attend

SPONSORSHIP POLICIES

Payment policy

  • All sponsorships must be paid in full prior to the start of the events. Sponsorships requiring invoices for late payment will be charged 10% interest commencing 60 days following the issue date of any unpaid invoice. Thank you.

Cancellation policy

  • All cancellations are assessed a $250.00 administrative processing fee.
  • If cancellation occurs more than 3 months prior to the event, Sponsor shall receive a 100% refund of any sponsorship monies less the administrative processing fee.
  • If cancellation occurs less than 3 months prior to the event, Sponsor shall receive a 50% refund of any sponsorship monies less the administrative processing fee.
  • If cancellation occurs less than 2 months prior to the event, there is no refund of any sponsorship monies.

Other

  • FORCE11 does not assume any responsibility for the safety and protection of Sponsor’s property.
  • FORCE11 reserves the right to prohibit, in whole or in part, any exhibit, advertisement or sponsorship that it deems to be inappropriate.
  • Sponsor agrees not to display or disseminate any material that in the opinion of FORCE11 is unsuitable.
  • FORCE11 reserves the right to refuse any person admission to the event without assigning any reason.

 

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