27TH ANNUALCONFERENCE

LOUISVILLE, KY | OCTOBER 7-10, 2019

27TH ANNUALCONFERENCE

LOUISVILLE, KY | OCTOBER 7-10, 2019

27TH ANNUALCONFERENCE

LOUISVILLE, KY | OCTOBER 7-10, 2019

SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

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The Society for Maintenance & Reliability Professionals (SMRP) is a nonprofit professional society formed by practitioners to advance the maintenance, reliability and physical asset management profession. SMRP’s membership consists of more than 6,000 individuals, practitioners, companies and students around the world. SMRP is committed to sustaining best practices and developing leaders in the profession by offering education resources, world-class certifications and knowledge-sharing opportunities for members.

The SMRP Annual Conference attracts over 1,200 individuals from all over the world for education, certification and networking. Held in a different city each year throughout the United States, the event provides companies the perfect opportunity to meet customers, connect with partners and expand your company’s reach.

Become a sponsor today, and ensure your brand is top of mind at the largest conference specifically focused on maintenance, reliability and physical asset management.

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2008

772

2009

623

2010

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2011

942

2012

938

2013

988

2014

980

2015

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2016

1,058

2017

1,0862018 Conference • 1,232 people • 631 companies • 31 countries

Reach Top Professionals:

♦ Asset Manager

♦ CMMS Administrator

♦ Reliability Engineer

♦ Equipment Reliability Coordinator

♦ Facilities Manager

♦ Maintenance Manager

♦ Reliability Leader

♦ Maintenance Planner

♦ Maintenance Supervisor

♦ Operations Manager

♦ Reliability Analyst

♦ Technician

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PLATINUM$17,000+

DIAMOND$10,000 - $16,999

CRYSTAL$7,500 - $9,999

GOLD $5,000 - $7,499

SILVER $2,000 - $4,999

BRONZE$500 - $1,999

Complimentary registrations(up to $6,600 value)

Six registrations Three registrations Two registrations

Complimentary floor decals($2,500 value)

Official recognition from the podium at the opening session

Complimentary 10x10 premium exhibit booth(up to $5,500 value)

Logo on exhibit hall entrance unit

Dedicated social media posts

Complimentary ad in Solutions magazine(up to $1,900 value)

Full page ½ page

Premium placement of logo on sponsor signage

Complimentary bag insert($500 value)

Attendee list Logo displayed on all on-site sponsor signage and printed materials

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Logo listed in one sponsor-dedicated eblast about event

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PLATINUM Opening Session & Keynote - $17,000Exclusive

This exclusive sponsorship offers the opportunity to promote your company in front of Annual Conference attendees during the opening session breakfast and keynote presentation.Benefits include:

• Opportunity to speak briefly (two to three minutes) at the podium before introducing the event keynote

• Podium recognition from an SMRP board member• VIP table seating at opening session• Logo on opening session presentation slide• Signage outside of the opening session• Opportunity to provide promotional tabletop items

DIAMONDClosing Session - $15,000Exclusive

All attendees gather for the closing session on Wednesday following track sessions. Don’t miss the chance to address attendees and promote your company. Benefits include:

• Opportunity to speak briefly (two to three minutes) at the podium before introducing the speakers during the closing session

• Podium recognition from an SMRP board member• VIP table seating at opening session• Signage outside of the closing session• Opportunity to provide promotional tabletop items

Social Networking Event - $10,000 Exclusive or $5,000 to be one of two sponsors

SMRP’s social networking event provides attendees the opportunity to mix and mingle at a fun, off-site venue. Benefits include:

• Logo on event signage• Logo on event entry ticket• Opportunity to present giveaway at event• Branded e-blast inviting contacts to event• Five complimentary passes to event

CRYSTAL Mobile App - $8,500 Exclusive

Sponsor the SMRP conference mobile app. Sponsor logo will be present on mobile app splash page and homepage.

Opening Welcome Reception - $8,000Exclusive or $4,000 to be one of two sponsors

Capitalize on the high energy of attendees eager to kick off the Annual Conference. This sponsorship provides your company prime visibility to an event open to all attendees. Benefits include:

• Opportunity to speak briefly (one to two minutes) from a mic to exhibit hall attendees

• Opportunity to present giveaway • Option to provide promotional items,

such as napkins, koozies, etc. • Signage outside of the opening reception

Name Badge Lanyard - $8,000Exclusive

Don’t miss the opportunity for your logo to be prominent throughout the event. Display your brand on the official badge lanyard of the Annual Conference to be worn by all attendees. Sponsor logo is printed on the name badge lanyard holders.

Flash Drives - $8,000Exclusive

Sponsor an item that will stay with attendees after the Annual Conference. Every attendee receives a company-branded flash drive with all presentations.

Water Bottle - $7,500Exclusive

Help attendees stay hydrated throughout the event. Sponsor receives logo on reusable water bottle given out to all attendees.

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GOLDTuesday Networking Reception - $6,000Exclusive or $3,000 to be one of two sponsors

Sponsor the last networking reception open to all attendees. Benefits include:

• Option to provide promotional items, such as napkins, koozies, etc.

• Option to man table outside reception hall to welcome guests

• Signage outside of the reception

Escalator or Elevator Clings - $5,000Elevate your brand visibility by promoting your company on the venue’s elevators or escalators. (Dimensions available upon request)

Conference Bag - $5,000Exclusive

Bag sponsors receive repeated visibility during the Annual Conference, as all attendees receive a bag at registration. Sponsor logo is printed on attendee bags.

Signage - $5,000Exclusive

Sponsoring signage ensures everyone sees your logo during the Annual Conference. Sponsor logo is printed on the bottom of all conference signage.

Wifi - $5,000Help attendees connect onsite. Sponsor wifi for the event, and highlight your company’s brand. Benefits include:

• Wifi login information in on-site program • Wifi network name and password

include company branding• Sponsor logo on wifi login page

SILVERNotebook and Pen - $4,500Exclusive

Sponsor an item that attendees will use at the Annual Conference and at work. Notebooks are distributed in every attendee bag. Sponsor logo is printed on the front cover of the notebook, which includes a pen.

Room Drop - $4,000This creative sponsorship allows you to have the hotel deliver one item of your choice to every conference attendee on Monday or Tuesday night. This item must be provided by the sponsor and be coordinated through the hotel. More information available upon request.

Hotel Door Hanger - $3,500Guarantee your brand will be top of mind when attendees check into their hotel rooms by sponsoring a door hanger. Door hangers to be placed on hotel doors of conference attendees.

Workshop Lunch (Monday or Thursday) - $3,500Two available; exclusive $6,000Sponsor the workshop lunch on Monday or Thursday, and highlight your company as attendees come together to eat and network. Benefits include:

• Company logo on lunch signage• Opportunity to provide promotional tabletop item

Track Session Lunch (Tuesday or Wednesday) - $3,500Two available; exclusive $6,000Promote your company to attendees as they gather for lunch on Tuesday and Wednesday. Benefits include:

• Company logo on lunch signage• Opportunity to provide promotional tabletop item

Track Session Breakfast (Wednesday only) - $3,000Sponsor breakfast on Wednesday for all conference attendees.Benefits include:

• Signage displayed at the door• Sponsor may provide tabletop promotion item

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Photo Booth - $3,000Exclusive

Add some fun to the Annual Conference networking events! Sponsor a photo booth during the evening networking receptions on Monday and Tuesday. Company logo is displayed on photo backdrop and on print out design.

Workshop Breakfast (Monday or Thursday) -$3,000Two available; exclusive $5,000

Sponsor breakfast on Monday or Thursday for workshop attendees. Benefits include:

• Company logo on breakfast signage• Opportunity to provide promotional tabletop item

Floor Decals - $2,500Limited to three sponsors.

Highlight your company to attendees walking throughout the event venue. Sponsor receives three 2’x3’ floor decals. Sponsor may select locations in the event space.

Wall Clings - $2,500Promote your company throughout the event venue. Sponsor receives three 2’x3’ wall decals. Sponsor may select locations in the event space.

Drink Tickets - $2,500Exclusive

Sponsor drink tickets for the Monday and Tuesday night receptions, and ensure brand exposure during the event. Benefits Include:

• Company logo printed on all drink tickets• Receive 100 extra tickets to distribute

Track Sponsor - $2,000Limited to one sponsor per track, per day

Sponsor a track, and receive signage recognition on Tuesday and Wednesday at the Annual Conference.

BRONZEMobile App Push Notifications - $1,000Select the break of your choice to have a push notification message sent to all conference attendees using the mobile app.

Track Session Breaks (Tuesday and Wednesday) - $1,000Four available (two each day); exclusive $1,500 per day

Promote your company during a track session break while attendees recharge. Benefits include:

• Company logo displayed on break signage• Opportunity to distribute a promotional item

Workshop Breaks (Monday and Thursday) - $750Four available (two each day); exclusive $1,000 per day

Promote your company during a workshop break on Monday or Thursday.Benefits include:

• Company logo displayed on break signage• Opportunity to distribute a promotional item

Bag Insert -$500Get your company in front of every attendee. Provide a bag insert or promotional item for inclusion in the event registration bag. No pens allows. Sponsors are responsible for the cost of the item and shipping to SMRP. Limited to 10 sponsors. Sponsor to provide 1,300 items to SMRP by September 20, 2019.

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To Purchase Online CLICK HERE

Deadline to Submit MaterialsAll artwork for any printed materials must be submitted by September 10, 2019.All bag inserts and tabletop promo items should be shipped to SMRP Headquarters by September 20, 2019.

Address:3200 Windy Hill Rd, SE 600W Atlanta, GA 30339

Acceptance of TermsSponsor agrees to provide payment as indicated and artwork by the deadlines as outlined in this Sponsorship Guide. Sponsor will be billed 100% at time of payment. SMRP reserves the right to refuse any sponsor.