2016 Annual Meeting Sponsorship and Exhibitor Packet 2016 AgriGrowth Annual Meeting November 9 and 10 th Saint Paul RiverCentre 175 West Kellogg Blvd, Suite 501 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102 NEW THIS YEAR!! Digital Event Platform–Creating a more interactive experience for members and attendees Attendee list access (name, org, & email address) Sustaining sponsors will receive visibility on ALL promotions connected to the session they sponsor Opportunity for your org/co. to collect market data Opportunity for your org/co to inform attendees through trivia, true/false questions Upgrade your sponsorship or exhibitor experience with our digital event platform add-ons ALREADY SOLD: Breakfast sponsor: Rosen’s Diversified Economist Session – AgStar Financial Food Innovation Session – Gislason & Hunter Luncheon Keynote – CHS Afternoon Keynote: - Bayer Crop Science Election Breakdown – Land O’ Lakes A number of sponsorship opportunities remain. Only 20 exhibitor spaces available! IMPORTANT LINKS: Check out our demo of the mobile application to see how you can expand your reach. Digital Event Platform Demo: http://agrigrowth.voicehive.com/v2/page/mainmenu Conference Keynote Speaker: Vikram Mansharamani Catch a glimpse of Vikram Mansharamani speaking WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND ADDING A DIGITAL PLATFORM FEATURE (Optional) Our digital event platform will go live two weeks prior to the November 10 th conference; extending the exposure of our exhibitors and sponsors. The online features allow exhibitors or sponsors to: Drive traffic to their exhibitor booth and/or web information. Direct attendees to specific online information you want them to see. Do market research within the conference attendee audience. Use this to inform the audience or collect information from them. Provide for a more interactive experience between our attendees and speakers. TIMELINES: October 17 th All mobile app copy due October 26 th Conference app goes live & attendees can start accessing conference materials. (two weeks prior to the annual meeting) November 6 th On-line registration closes November 9 th Pre-conference Reception 5-8 p.m.; The Liffy Pub, 7 th Street, St. Paul November 10 th Annual Meeting 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (members only) Conference 9:30 to 4:15 pm
Saint Paul RiverCentre 175 West Kellogg Blvd, Suite 501
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55102 NEW THIS YEAR!!
Digital Event Platform–Creating a more interactive experience for members and attendees Attendee list access (name, org, & email address) Sustaining sponsors will receive visibility on ALL promotions connected to the session they sponsor Opportunity for your org/co. to collect market data Opportunity for your org/co to inform attendees through trivia, true/false questions Upgrade your sponsorship or exhibitor experience with our digital event platform add-ons
A number of sponsorship opportunities remain. Only 20 exhibitor spaces available! IMPORTANT LINKS:
Check out our demo of the mobile application to see how you can expand your reach. Digital Event Platform Demo: http://agrigrowth.voicehive.com/v2/page/mainmenu
Conference Keynote Speaker: Vikram Mansharamani Catch a glimpse of Vikram Mansharamani speaking
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND ADDING A DIGITAL PLATFORM FEATURE (Optional) Our digital event platform will go live two weeks prior to the November 10th conference; extending the exposure of our exhibitors and sponsors. The online features allow exhibitors or sponsors to:
Drive traffic to their exhibitor booth and/or web information. Direct attendees to specific online information you want them to see. Do market research within the conference attendee audience. Use this to inform the audience or collect
information from them. Provide for a more interactive experience between our attendees and speakers.
TIMELINES: October 17th All mobile app copy due October 26th Conference app goes live & attendees can start accessing conference materials.
(two weeks prior to the annual meeting) November 6th On-line registration closes November 9th Pre-conference Reception 5-8 p.m.; The Liffy Pub, 7th Street, St. Paul November 10th Annual Meeting 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. (members only) Conference 9:30 to 4:15 pm
2016 AgriGrowth AM Sponsorship/exhibitor packet pg. 2
CONFERENCE DESCRIPTION
In November of each year, AgriGrowth holds its Annual Meeting and Conference, drawing nearly 500 attendees, including leaders from across the spectrum of Minnesota’s diverse food and agricultural sector, state and federal government officials, and academia.
Described by many as the premier event for Minnesota’s food systems and ag industry, the Annual Meeting and Conference provide unparalleled networking, and expert level speakers talking about relevant global and macro-level topics and trends. The conference kicks off Wednesday evening with a pre-conference reception, allowing members and guests to get a head-start on networking. In addition to relevant content and networking, the recipient of AgriGrowth’s Distinguished Service Award is announced during Thursday’s luncheon and attendees’ wrap-up the conference at a post-conference reception. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
THIS YEARS’ AGENDA If you enjoyed last years’ keynote speaker, Peter Zeihan, you are sure to be delighted with our 2016 conference keynote speaker, Dr. Vikram Mansharamani. Dr. Mansharamani will apply a multi-lens approach to the rapidly-changing global economy to help attendees understand the implication of these changes on Minnesota’s agriculture and food sectors.”
As an active participant in the financial markets for the last 20 years, Mansharamani's experience includes positions in management consulting, investment banking, and asset management. He is a Yale professor, globally sought-after advisor, key note speaker, television commentator and radio guest and author of “Boombustology: Spotting Financial Bubbles Before They Burst. “(2011)
Dr. Mansharamani’s opinions have been featured in venues including the Wall Street Journal, the Economist, and the Harvard Business Review. He writes and speaks about managing risk and navigating uncertainty around such topics as: China, food, the global economy, financial bubbles, and energy. Check out his video for a sample of his presentation style at Dr. Vikram Mansharamani.
8:30 a.m. AgriGrowth Business meeting (members only)
9:30 a.m. U.S. Economic Outlook in Agriculture Dr. Robert Johansson, Chief Economist, USDA
10:30 a.m. Agricultural Sustainability in an Uncertain Season Dr. Margaret Zeigel, Executive Director, Global Harvest Initiative
Noon Luncheon Program
2016 Distinguished Service Award Recipient Named
Keynote Address: Carl Casale, CEO, CHS, Inc.
2:15 p.m. A Global Economy: An Unconventional Outlook Dr. Vikram Mansharamani, Yale lecturer, globally sought-after advisor, key note speaker, television/radio commentator, and author of “Boombustology: Spotting Financial Bubbles Before they Burst (2011)
3:35 p.m. Election Breakdown 2016 Moderator: Mary Lahammer, Twin Cities Public Television
Panelists: Blois Olson, Fluence Media Kurt Zellers, MZA+ Co
Elevate your game and extend your exposure from 1 day to 2 weeks
SEE DIGITAL PLATFORM DEMO HERE: http://agrigrowth.voicehive.com/v2/page/mainmenu
PRICING, & DETAILS AVAILABLE AT END OF DOCUMENT
SUSTAINING SPONSORS
BREAKFAST SPONSOR: SOLD $7500 –One available ● Registration for eight guests ($1120 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Logo displayed during breakfast and throughout morning break. ● Elite logo placement in the printed program
● Ask 1-2 questions of attendees through the mobile app. Sponsor will receive data post-event ● Logo on button, name, & contact information under sponsors in digital mobile app
MORNING KEYNOTE SPONSOR SOLD $7500 – One Available ● Registration for eight guests ($1120 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Logo on all promos of the food innovation presentation ● Logo on digital and print versions of the food innovation speakers’ bio
● Sponsor on-stage introduction of the food innovation speaker and panel ● Exclusive on-stage signage during the food innovation presentation
● Elite logo placement in the printed program
● Logo on button, name, & contact information under sponsors in digital mobile app
LUNCHEON KEYNOTE SOLD $10,000 – One available ● Registration for eight guests ($1120 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Logo on all promos of the luncheon keynote
● Logo on digital and print versions of the speakers’ bio
● Sponsor on-stage introduction of the luncheon keynote, Carl Casale, CHS ● Provide input on meal selection by participating with AgriGrowth staff in the chef’s tasting ● Exclusive on-stage signage during luncheon keynote
● Elite logo placement in the printed program
● Logo on button, name, & contact information under sponsors in digital mobile app
AFTERNOON KEYNOTE SOLD Registration for eight guests ($1120 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Logo on all promos of the afternoon keynote
● Logo on digital and print versions of the speakers’ bio
● Sponsor on-stage introduction of the afternoon keynote, Vikram Manshirimani ● Exclusive on-stage signage during afternoon keynote
● Elite logo placement in the printed program
● Logo on button, name, & contact information under sponsors in digital mobile app
● Registration for eight guests ($1120 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Logo on all promos of the economist ● Logo on digital and print versions of the economists’ bio
● Sponsor on-stage introduction of the economist, Robert Johansson, Chief Economist, USDA
● Exclusive on-stage signage during the economists’ presentation
● Elite logo placement in the printed program
● Logo on button, name, & contact information under sponsors in digital mobile app
ELECTION BREAKDOWN SPONSOR SOLD $7500 –One available ● Registration for eight guests ($1120 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Sponsor on-stage introduction of the election breakdown presenter, (TBD) ● Exclusive on-stage signage during the election breakdown presentation
● Elite logo placement in the printed program
● Logo on button, name, & contact information under sponsors in digital mobile app
VALUE-ADDED SPONSORS
TRUST SPONSOR $5000 – Unlimited ● Registration for eight ($900 value) ● Sixteen drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($128 value) ● Logo in printed program
● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard)
ADVOCATE SPONSOR $3500 – Unlimited ● Registration for four ($600 value) ● Eight drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($64 value) ● Logo in printed program
● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard)
CONVENER SPONSOR $2000 – Unlimited ● Registration for two ($300 value) ● Four drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($32 value) ● Logo in printed program
● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard)
AWARENESS SPONSOR $600 – Unlimited ● Registration for one ($150 value) ● Two drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($16 value) ● Logo in printed program
● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard)
*Contact Mary Kay Delvo to secure your sponsorship today!
PRE-CONFERENCE RECEPTION – WEDNESDAY SOLD $4500 - One available
● Logo on pre-reception drink tickets and reception signage
● Logo in printed program ● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard) ● Registration for three guests ($750 value) ● Twenty-five drink tickets for use at post - conference reception ($200)
POST-CONFERENCE RECEPTION – THURSDAY $4500 - One available ● Logo on reception drink tickets and reception signage
● Logo in printed program ● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard) ● Registration for three guests ($750 value) ● Twenty-five drink tickets for use at post - conference reception ($200)
LANYARD SOLD $2500 – One available ● Logo placement on 500 lanyards
● Logo in printed program ● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard) ● Registration for two guests ($300 value) ● Four drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($28 value)
CHARGING STATION $2500 – One available
● Stand-alone branded charging station ● Logo in printed program ● Recognition on luncheon slideshow
● Org name under sponsors in digital app (no logo/no link) (standard) ● Registration for two guests ($300 value) ● Four drink tickets for use at pre or post-receptions ($28 value)
EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES ALSO AVAILABLE
*Contact Mary Kay Delvo to secure your sponsorship today!
Name of Company Sponsorship Level Contact Name Contact Phone or Email LINK to your company website Ability to share your company’s
secret ingredient (2-3 sentences about your work)
Call to Action (i.e. “Visit our booth to win…”
Digital Event Platform Demo: http://agrigrowth.voicehive.com/v2/page/mainmenu
Data Collector ($500 Additional)
Data Collector includes: Name of Company Sponsorship Level / or exhibitor
booth location Contact Name Contact Phone or Email Ability to share your company’s
secret ingredient (2-3 sentences about your work)
Call to Action (i.e. “Visit our booth to win…”
Ability to ask 1-2 Questions. What would you like to learn? Data is collected and shared with you post event (you receive
name, email & answers to questions) Sponsor/exhibitor responsible for writing questions & providing all copy to AgriGrowth staff at least 3 weeks prior to the Annual Meeting.
