Exhibiting Opportunities
Exhibit Booth
CoSN Members: $1,200
Non-Members: $1,500
As an exhibitor, your organization will receive:
- An 8’ deep x 10’ wide exhibit booth area with 3’ sidewalls, one 6’ skirted table, two chairs, one wastebasket and a booth identification sign;
- Two complimentary conference registrations;
- Over six hours of dedicated time for attendees in the exhibit hall;
- Organization listed on conference website with marketing contact information for arranging appointments and a link to company’s home page;
- Organization listed on all conference marketing materials;
- 50-word organizational profile and logo included in conference program book;
- Listing of sponsors and exhibitors in conference program book by primary focus area;
- Opportunity to submit an application to host a birds-of-a-feather luncheon roundtable discussion;
- Opportunity to submit an application to conduct a 15-minute demonstration/mini-tutorial during exhibit hall hours;
- Special promotion sent to all registrants three weeks prior to conference listing sponsors and exhibitors with a short company blurb and contact information to set up appointments; and
- An electronic copy of the pre-registration and attendee lists for one-time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
Tabletop Exhibit
CoSN Members: $800
Non-Members: $1,000
As a table top exhibitor, your organization will receive:
- A 6' x 30" skirted and draped table, one chair and a booth identification sign;
- One complimentary conference registration;
- 50-word organizational profile and logo included in conference program book;
- Over six hours of dedicated time for attendees in the exhibit hall;
- Organization listed on conference website with marketing contact information for arranging appointments and a link to company’s home page;
- Organization listed on all conference marketing materials;
- Listing of sponsors and exhibitors in conference program book by primary focus area;
- Opportunity to submit an application to host a birds-of-a-feather luncheon roundtable discussion. Details regarding submission deadlines, how to submit an application and the selection criteria will be included in the sponsor/exhibitor confirmation/logistic letter;
- Special promotion sent to all registrants three weeks prior to conference listing sponsors and exhibitors with a short company blurb, marketing staff that will be attending conference and contact information to set up appointments; and
- An attendee list for one-time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
Booth Selection
CoSN will endeavor to assign space according to the order in which applications are received and will make every effort to accommodate your choice. Full payment is required at the time your exhibit or sponsorship reservation is made. Booth space will be reserved when payment is received. A small number of booths have been designated for only top-level sponsors to offer prime visibility. Send in your completed application early for the best booth placement.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship can make a crucial difference in your marketing efforts in the K-12 education technology market. CoSN corporate members can expand the benefits of their membership through a range of sponsorships that offer greater visibility, special recognition and the opportunity to position their products and services with K-12 technology decision-makers. In addition, sponsoring the annual conference is an excellent way to further enhance your exhibiting presence and maximize your exposure to our conference audience.
CoSN has developed a variety of sponsorship opportunities to ensure that your organization will be front and center in the minds of CoSN members and conference attendees as well as benefit from special recognition to assist you in your marketing and sales efforts. Sponsorship packages include branding at the annual conference and are available at the Platinum, Gold, and Silver levels. We welcome the opportunity to customize a package that meets your needs. Please contact Irene Spero, Vice President, at irene@cosn.org or 866.267.8747 x112.
BRONZE CONFERENCE SPONSOR $15,000
Benefits include:
- Acknowledgement of sponsorship on all appropriate electronic and print marketing materials, conference website, conference signage/plenary session screens and program book;
- Organization listed on conference website with marketing contact information for arranging appointments and link to company’s home page;
- 125-word organizational profile and logo in conference program book;
- Listing of sponsors and exhibitors in conference program book by primary focus/service area;
- Three complimentary conference registrations for staff and discounted conference registration rate of $199 for additional staff;
- Opportunity to provide one piece of literature to be inserted into the attendees’ conference bags;
- Opportunity to submit an application to host a birds-of-a-feather luncheon roundtable discussion;
- Opportunity to submit an application to conduct a 15-minute demonstration/mini-tutorial during exhibit hall hours;
- An 8’ deep x 10’ wide exhibit booth area with 3’ sidewalls, one 6’ skirted table, two chairs and a booth identification sign;
- Special promotion sent to all registrants three weeks prior to conference listing sponsors and exhibitors with a short company blurb and contact information to set up appointments;
- Ribbon designating sponsorship level for registered attendees of sponsoring organizations; and
- An electronic copy of the conference pre-registration and attendee lists for one time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
CONTRIBUTING CONFERENCE SPONSOR $5,000
Benefits include:
- Acknowledgement of sponsorship on all appropriate electronic and print marketing materials, conference website, conference signage, plenary session screens and program book;
- Organization listed on conference website with marketing contact information for arranging appointments and link to company’s home page;
- 100-word organizational profile and logo in conference program book;
- Listing of sponsors and exhibitors in conference program book by primary focus area;
- Two Complimentary conference registrations;
- Opportunity to submit an application to host a birds-of-a-feather luncheon roundtable discussion;
- Opportunity to submit an application to conduct a 15-minute demonstration/mini-tutorial during exhibit hall hours;
- An 8’ deep x 10’ wide exhibit booth area with 3’ sidewalls, one 6’ skirted table, two chairs and a booth identification sign;
- Special promotion sent to all registrants three weeks prior to conference listing sponsors and exhibitors with a short company blurb and contact information to set up appointments;
- Ribbon designating sponsorship level for registered attendees of sponsoring organizations; and
- An electronic copy of the conference pre-registration and attendee lists for one time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
SPONSOR OF CoSN’s 6th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM: USING GAMES AND SIMULATIONS FOR ENGAGED LEARNING ($15,000 and $7,500)
Held in conjunction with the Annual K-12 School Networking Conference, CoSN organizes a symposium bringing together researchers, key education technology leaders and policy makers from around the world to investigate practical implications of education technology on teaching and learning.
The 2007 International Symposium, to be held March 27, 2007 in San Francisco, CA, will focus on the compelling issue of the role that games, simulations and similar software will play in schools and other educational venues. Gaming and other interactive software primarily exists in the commercial/consumer markets, yet many educators believe they hold the potential to powerfully engage learners, particularly at the primary and secondary education level. For more information on the symposium, visit here.
Benefits include:
- Acknowledgement of sponsorship on all appropriate electronic and print marketing materials, conference/symposium website, symposium signage and program book;
- Acknowledgment of sponsorship on invitations and correspondence with international delegates;
- Organization listed on conference/symposium website with marketing contact information for arranging appointments and link to company’s home page;
- Two complimentary conference and symposium registrations for staff;
- 125-word organizational profile and logo included in program book;
- Opportunity to submit an application to host a birds-of-a-feather luncheon roundtable discussion;
- Opportunity to submit an application to conduct a 15-minute demonstration/mini-tutorial during exhibit hall hours;
- Listing of sponsors and exhibitors in conference program book by primary focus area;
- Opportunity to provide an insert into the conference attendee conference bags and distribute literature or giveaways (approved by CoSN) at symposium;
- Distinctive mention at opening sessions at symposium;
- An 8’ deep x 10’ wide exhibit booth area with 3’ sidewalls, one 6’ skirted table, two chairs and a booth identification sign at CoSN’s Annual K-12 School Networking Conference;
- Special promotion sent to all registrants three weeks prior to conference/symposium listing sponsors and exhibitors with a short company blurb and contact information to set up appointments;
- Ribbon designating sponsorship level for registered attendees of sponsoring organizations;
- An electronic copy of the symposium attendee list for one time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
Tier 1 sponsors receive all of the benefits above, plus:
- A full-page color advertisement in conference/symposium program book;
- Opportunity to offer corporate gift to international delegation;
- Two Additional complementary conference and symposium registrations for client or staff; and
- An electronic copy of the symposium pre-registration and attendee lists for one time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
TECHNOLOGY LEADER SCHOLARSHIP FUND $5,000 (Sponsorship covers four scholarships)
Additional scholarships may be sponsored in $5,000 increments. Sponsors may either authorize CoSN to select the recipients or select them to reward valued customers/prospective customers.
CoSN is committed to building effective leadership capacity of technology decision-makers at the national, state and district levels to ensure technology has a positive effect on learning. Scholarship support enables school district chief technology officers (CTO’s) and state education technology leaders to participate in the CoSN Annual K-12 Conference and International Symposium. Scholarships cover registration fees plus a travel stipend ($750 per person). These events provide quality professional development, up- to- date research and knowledge to district technology leaders who might not otherwise be able to participate because of budget constraints.
Benefits include:
- Acknowledgement on all invitations and correspondence sent to state and district educators;
- Recognition on all appropriate electronic and print materials conference website, conference signage and program book;
- Opportunity to meet with scholarship recipients; and
- 100-word organizational profile and logo in conference program book.
AWARDS SPONSORSHIP $20,000
Each year CoSN recognizes outstanding leaders who have used technology to transform learning in significant ways with the Frank Withrow Outstanding Achievement in Education Leadership, Outstanding Public Service and TEAM Awards. For more information, visit www.cosn.org/about/awards/.
Benefits include:
- Visibility at the CoSN Annual K-12 Networking Conference with a representative helping to present the Awards at a plenary session;
- Acknowledgement on all appropriate materials and in the conference program book;
- Two complimentary conference registrations for staff; and
- An electronic copy of the conference pre-registration and attendee lists for one-time use only. Note: Phone and e-mail address will only be provided if authorized by registrant/attendee.
SPONSORING CoSN’s ADVOCACY EFFORTS
CoSN maintains a strong and effective voice in policy formation and implementation at the federal level to ensure that legislation and policy serves the interests of all students in our schools. Help ensure that policymakers hear about the value of their investment in technology by supporting CoSN’s advocacy efforts.
Never has advocacy around key education technology issues, such as opposing education technology budget cuts and protecting the Erate, been more important. Your support enables CoSN to undertake our policy and advocacy efforts throughout the year. Examples of CoSN’s advocacy efforts include support for a Washington, DC legislative summit/advocacy event which will be held April 23 & 24, 2007 in partnership with SETDA and ISTE.
CoSN’s advocacy efforts also support the Ed Tech Action Network (ETAN) in partnership with ISTE. ETAN offers a mechanism to inform policymakers in Washington and state capitols of the importance of education technology in fulfilling the mandates of the No Child Left Behind Act and the necessity of providing funds for ed tech programs. For further information about ETAN, go to www.edtechactionnetwork.org.
To support CoSN’s advocacy efforts and raise awareness of the necessity of funding for technology in our nation’s schools, CoSN will hold A Night of Empowering Ed Tech Advocates: A Silent & Live Auction and Reception for Advocacy on March 29, 2007 at our annual conference in San Francisco, CA.
Benefits include:
- Acknowledgment on all appropriate marketing materials, announcements and invitations concerning Advocacy events held in conjunction with the annual conference and CoSN/ISTE/SETDA Washington Advocacy Event on April 23 & 24, 2007;
- Acknowledgement of sponsorship on conference/event website(s), event signage and conference program book;
- Opportunity to distribute literature or giveaways at the April 2007 Washington Advocacy Event;
- Distinctive mention during Washington Advocacy Event and Silent Auction/Reception (Senate & Presidential levels only);
- One complementary conference registration (Presidential level only); and
- 100 word organizational profile in conference program book.
Sponsorship Levels:
Presidential - $12,500
Senate - $5,000
House - $3,500
Advocate - $1,000
CONFERENCE LANYARDS $3,500
Achieve company visibility by sponsoring the conference lanyards. Be the organization to have your company name and/or web address printed on the conference badge lanyard worn around the neck of every attendee.
NOTEPADS $2,000
Draw conference attendees to your booth. Put your company name, logo and booth number on notepads to be distributed in all conference attendee bags.
ADDITIONAL CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIPS ARE INCLUDED IN THE PLATINUM, GOLD AND SILVER CORPORATE PARTNER PACKAGES. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND BENEFITS OF SPONSORSHIP, PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS.
ADVERTISE IN THE CONFERENCE PROGRAM BOOK
Place an advertisement in the official conference program book, which is distributed to all conference participants to be front and center in the minds of attendees. Attendees save the conference program for future referencing, so your ad keeps selling year-round. Advertisement specifications will be included with the confirmation letter.
- Full-page Color (8.5” x 11” + 1/8” bleed) - $800
- Half-page Color (7.5” x 5”, no bleeds) - $450
- Full-page Black & White (7.5” x 10”) - $600
- Half-page Black & White (7.5” x 5”) - $300
For more information, contact Michelle Shirely at michelle@cosn.org or 866.267.8747 x131.
