Partnership and exhibition opportunities

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1 SCIENCE AS REVOLUTION July Manchester Central Partnership and exhibition opportunities

2 Welcome from the ESOF 2016 Champion On behalf of EuroScience Open Forum 2016 I am delighted to welcome Europe s largest general science conference to Manchester in

3 Manchester has always been a city at the forefront of discovery and advancement in technology, industry, engineering, science and innovation. ESOF 2016 will reflect this unique spirit. Our theme for the forum is Science as Revolution, focusing on fostering breakthroughs in science and the conditions needed for a city to capitalise on scientific knowledge. We will be placing a much greater emphasis on the Science to Business Programme within ESOF in 2016 and will also be offering additional platforms within the European City of Science and Euroscience Festival activities. This cohesive approach will create additional profile and will enhance the longevity of your investment. The programme for ESOF 2016 will be both inspiring and exciting, making Manchester a worthy successor to Copenhagen in 2014 and Dublin in We look forward to welcoming you on board as an ESOF 2016 partner. Prof. Dame Nancy Rothwell President and Vice-Chancellor The University of Manchester 3

4 About ESOF The seventh edition of the EuroScience Open Forum comes to the UK for the first time in As Europe s largest interdisciplinary science meeting, ESOF brings together over 4,500 leading thinkers, innovators, policy makers, journalists and educators from more than 90 countries to discuss current and future breakthroughs in contemporary science. At what other conference could you come face to face with path-breaking scientists, young researchers, business leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, policy makers, creators, comedians, poets and science communicators from across the globe? What brings them together is a shared interest in new discoveries and the direction that research is taking in the sciences, humanities and social sciences. What makes ESOF unique is that it is both international and multidisciplinary, presenting the full spectrum of scientific breakthroughs across a wide range of disciplines. It is at the frontiers of scientific and technological research in Europe and beyond, bridging the gap between science and society, stimulating policies to support scientific research and fostering collaboration between science and industry, including Nobel laureates, influential policy makers, business leaders and prominent scientists. Previous host cities include: 2004 Stockholm 2006 Munich 2008 Barcelona 2010 Turin 2012 Dublin 2014 Copenhagen 4

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6 ESOF by numbers 8.3m economic impact for Manchester city region 90+ nationalities delegates early career researchers 6

7 500+ science communicators and journalists 160+ workshops, seminars and plenary sessions 7

8 Why Manchester? Looking beyond the boundaries of possibility is part of the DNA of a city that has helped to shape the modern world. 8

9 Manchester is a city of radical thinking, inspirational science and world changing firsts it is the city where Rutherford first split the atom and Rolls met Royce, it is the home of the first passenger railway station and programmable computer, and lays claim to the first test-tube baby and the isolation of Graphene. Manchester now holds claim to another first, in being awarded the European City of Science for 2016 coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the birth of John Dalton, the city s acclaimed chemist whose pioneering research helped to shape modern atomic theory. For over two centuries, industry, business and science have been central to Manchester s development. Today, science and technology are important sectors for the city: not only are they vital in supporting jobs and economic growth, but they also have the potential to tackle some of the numerous challenges facing modern society. In the 21st century, Manchester is once again leading the way in developments in science and technology, investing in a future based on innovation and new discoveries. 9

10 The venue ESOF 2016 will be held at Manchester Central, the award winning convention complex at the heart of Manchester city centre. Originally the site of Manchester s Central railway station, the venue offers a unique combination of historic architecture and state-of-the-art facilities. The expanse of the 10,000m² Central Hall provides an impressive backdrop for large scale conferences and exhibitions, whilst an extensive array of foyer and supplementary spaces, including the purpose built 800-seat Exchange Auditorium, provide ideal secondary spaces for smaller meetings, seminars, networking sessions and masterclasses. The 2,400 seat Bridgewater Hall, the venue for the ESOF opening ceremony sits immediately adjacent to Manchester Central, as do several of the city centre s top flight hotels. All in all, everything you need for a successful conference, including world-class venues and services, top quality hotels and restaurants and links to the city s extensive transport network, are conveniently co-located at Manchester Central. Manchester Central facilities Located in the heart of the city centre Ten miles from Manchester Airport One mile from Manchester Piccadilly mainline station On-site car park (chargeable) 2,500 hotel rooms within just a few minutes walk Award-winning levels of accessibility throughout the venue Free Wi-Fi for delegates and exhibitors 10

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12 ESOF in Manchester The overarching theme for ESOF 2016 is Science as Revolution, and from July Manchester will come alive with science. The five day programme is made up of a number of different tracks. In the Science Programme there will be hundreds of seminars, workshops and debates on the latest science and technology from a broad spectrum of leaders and influencers from the scientific community, including Nobel laureates, influential policy makers, business leaders and prominent scientists. The Science to Business Programme complements the Science Programme through the more detailed exploration of the issues surrounding breakthroughs in science. This is a unique arena to share ideas and best practice on improving the commercial outcomes from research, with peers from across the globe. The Careers Programme is an integral component of ESOF 2016 and will provide opportunities for researchers, academic and industry representatives, training and educational institutes, science journalists and policy makers to engage with one another to reflect and develop ideas relating to the issues affecting early career researchers, industrial researchers and researchers in all stages or transitions in their careers. Programme highlights include: Science to Business activities linking cutting edge research with industrial applications Careers events for those in the early stages of their profession Dedicated happenings for science communicators, journalists and bloggers Science Central an exhibition showcasing the very best of European research, innovation and technology A science festival of activities and events to engage the whole community A full social programme for delegates, including a prestigious opening ceremony, President s dinner, media reception, drinks reception and party A major part of ESOF 2016 will be an extensive science research and technology exhibition called Science Central which interlinks with the main conference programme, across the three core areas of science, business and careers. 12

13 SOCIAL PROGRAMME CAREERS PROGRAMME SATELLITE EVENTS SCIENCE COMMUNICATION SCIENCE PROGRAMME SCIENCE CENTRAL THE ESOF FESTIVAL SCIENCE TO BUSINESS PROGRAMME PARTNERS 13

14 The ESOF 2016 programme An insight into the programme from Professor Luke Georghiou, ESOF 2016 Co-champion. Science as Revolution means many things to Manchester. First of all, it captures the excitement of science itself and how new ideas are always coming up to turn over established ways of thinking and we certainly want to see that at ESOF Secondly, science revolutionises the world we live in we are constantly coming across new materials, new ways of understanding our own bodies and new approaches to the grand societal challenges relating to sustainability, energy, food and water resources. Science is driving revolutions all around us, every day. And then, thirdly, it also brings a sense of place of where we are in Manchester. Manchester has often been called the city of revolutions ; in politics, as the city where Marx and Engels wrote the Communist Manifesto, in economic history, as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and in science as the base for 25 Nobel Prizewinners. Today, Manchester is a living laboratory for new ways to co-deliver healthcare and social services. We take very seriously the title ESOF brings as European City of Science and want to harness the revolutionary potential of science. Professor Luke Georghiou Vice-President for Research and Innovation The University of Manchester More detailed information on the conference themes across the three core programme areas can be found on the ESOF website. 14

15 EPIDEMICS ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE MENTAL HEALTH IMMUNOTHERAPY PHYSICS MATHEMATICS GRAPHENE NANOFABRICATION BIOMATERIALS QUANTUM PHYSICS GM CLIMATE CHANGE BIODIVERSITY ANTHROPOCENE EPOCH ROBOTICS CITIZEN SCIENCE ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE COMPUTER SCIENCE BIG DATA THE INTERNET OF THINGS DARK MATTER ASTROPHYSICS OCEANS SCIENCE GEO-ENGINEERING POPULATION CHANGE CITIES TRANSPORT URBANISATION FOOD SECURITY INDUSTRIAL BIOTECHNOLOGY ENERGY OPEN SCIENCE SCIENCE MEDIA SPORT SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY AND CULTURE HEALTHCARE PHARMACEUTICALS INDUSTRIAL MANUFACTURING CHEMICALS FINANCE IT COMMUNICATIONS MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING SCIENTIFIC BREAKTHROUGHS COMMERCIALISATION ADDRESSING GRAND CHALLENGES INNOVATION MANAGEMENT FUNDING AND FINANCE INNOVATION SUPPORT NETWORKS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY OPEN INNOVATION MODELS REGIONAL INNOVATION SPIN-OUTS AND START-UPS POLICY AND REGULATION RESPONSIBLE RESEARCH AND INNOVATION STRATEGIES FUTURE SKILLS PUBLIC-PRIVATE-PARTNERSHIPS FOR INNOVATION ENTREPRENEURSHIP LEADERSHIP EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY INTER-SECTORAL MOBILITY CAREER STRUCTURES SKILLS DEVELOPMENT AND TRAINING EARLY CAREER RESEARCH PUBLISHING FRONTIER RESEARCH ENGAGING THE PUBLIC IN SCIENCE CAREERS FAIR FUNDING ENTREPRENEURIAL SKILLS ATTRACTING RESEARCH NETWORKING AND COLLABORATION DEVELOPING RESEARCH IDEAS 15

16 Be a partner or exhibitor ESOF 2016 is a unique opportunity to make your business part of the conversation about the impact of science and technology on the future of society. There are a range of different partnership opportunities available to meet your organisation s profile objectives and budget requirements. These all provide an invaluable platform for you to create a brand presence at the event and build brand awareness amongst the senior decision makers and opinion formers in attendance. Partnership of ESOF 2016 will be a key step for your company in fostering new relationships with the global and European scientific community. Your company, product or brand can be actively showcased at this uniquely high calibre, innovation driven international science forum. You will be able to meet new business partners, generate new ideas, gather new knowledge, foster collaborations and meet highly trained science graduates. The nine core themes of the event allow for targeted industry participation, so that you can align your company with the themes most relevant to you. This relationship with ESOF 2016 and Manchester European City of Science will provide a highly efficient and effective platform for your organisation to connect and engage with tomorrow s global innovation leaders. It is also not only an opportunity to be recognised as a market leader and innovator by the global scientific community, but will allow your company to demonstrate to a wider audience how your business makes a positive difference to the community in which you operate. 16

17 Partner & exhibitor benefits The opportunity to reach over 4,500 delegates. Meet leading figures from the science and technology communities to share your ideas and information Showcase next generation thinking and promote your products, services and research to an international audience Demonstrate new products and communicate the latest developments in your sector Network with like-minded industry members and academic delegates, fostering collaborations and building new business relationships Reinforce and strengthen your brand position within the European scientific community Connect directly with hard-to-reach people and organisations, with the ability to capture and utilise attendee data Increase credibility, expand loyalty and build opportunities with existing and potential clients Connect with the global science pool of highly trained science graduates and early career researchers If you d like to discuss your individual requirements in detail, please get in touch using the contact details on the back cover of this brochure and we can work with you to create a bespoke package to suit your specific needs. 17

18 Partnership packages Principal partner package 100,000 Exhibition Premium 36 m 2 space-only exhibition stand, priority location allocation Dedicated account manager pre, during and post ESOF 2016 Two bar code scanners, to facilitate the data capture of exhibition stand visitors Conference Ten complimentary full delegate registrations including priority seating for the opening ceremony and ESOF party, and access to the welcome reception Ten complimentary exhibitor only tickets Events/access Visibility 250 word profile and rotating principal MPU advert on including logo, contact details and link to your own website Full page colour advert in the conference programme A-Z exhibitor listing and insert in delegate bag Logo representation on all ESOF generic marketing collateral, targeted to ABC1 groups, including a media advertising campaign with a reach in excess of 3 million A dedicated e-blast issued to registered delegates both pre and post event to activate engagement A dedicated press release announcing your partnership with ESOF 2016 which will include up to two quotes from your organisation Two complimentary tickets to the President s dinner including principal partner branding Six complimentary tickets to the media reception Access for six company representatives to the VIP room an exclusive area for keynote speakers, ESOF Committee members, key stakeholders, Government and city officials Access to the ESOF 2016 attendee database, where delegates have agreed to be contacted 18

19 Branding Access to the ESOF branding tool kit including, logo, imagery and video files Logo representation in 12 editions of the ESOF newsletter (distribution 30,000) including 500-word partner spotlight piece to showcase your company Company logo included within ESOF delegate City welcome campaign at key gateway sites Dedicated venue branding package within Manchester Central. The package includes internal and external branding graphics package and digital profile throughout the venue Tiered logo representation on a large entrance graphic in a prominent location at the key entry point Legacy A dedicated three minute video reel of the conference highlights, including an interview with your CEO Masterclass Organised by the Principal partner, the Masterclass will be adopted into the official ESOF conference programme, subject to approval by the local organising committee The 60 minute Masterclass will be promoted in the conference programme and included within ESOF marketing collateral to delegates An additional five complimentary full delegate passes Opportunity to provide branding, product placement and distribution of literature during Masterclass Invitations for Masterclass sent by (by the organiser) to registered delegates (material to be supplied by the partner) Complimentary use of standard audio-visual and technical equipment as existing in the room Post event report outlining the benefits and ROI of the partnership Access to content provided by our on-site photographer and film crew 19

20 Partnership packages Executive partner 50,000 Exhibition Premium 24 m 2 space only exhibition stand, priority location allocation Dedicated account manager pre, during and post ESOF 2016 Two bar code scanners, to facilitate the data capture of exhibition stand visitors Conference Six complimentary full delegate registrations, including priority seating for the opening ceremony and ESOF party, and access to the welcome reception Six complimentary exhibitor only tickets Events/access One complimentary ticket to the President s dinner Four complimentary tickets to the media reception Access for two company representatives to the VIP room an exclusive area for keynote speakers, scientific committee, key stakeholders, Government and City officials Visibility 100 word profile and rotating Executive MPU advert on including logo, contact details and link to your own website Half page colour advert in the conference programme A Z exhibitor listing and insert into the delegate bag Branding Access to the ESOF branding tool kit including, logo, imagery and video files Tiered logo representation in 12 editions of the ESOF newsletter (distribution 30,000 subject to agreement date) Tiered venue branding space in designated area (high footfall) reserved for executive partner Tiered logo representation on a large entrance graphic in a prominent location at the key entry point Legacy A dedicated two-minute video reel of the conference highlights, including an interview with your CEO Access to content provided by our on-site photographer and film crew Post event report outlining the benefits and ROI of the partnership 20

21 Supporting partner 30,000 Exhibition 18 m 2 space only exhibition stand, priority location allocation Dedicated account manager pre, during and post ESOF 2016 Conference Four complimentary full delegate registrations including priority seating for the opening ceremony and ESOF party, with access to the welcome reception Four complimentary exhibition only tickets Events/Access Branding Access to the ESOF branding tool kit including logo, imagery and video files Supporting partner tiered venue branding within Manchester Central on all designated digital platforms throughout the venue Legacy Access to content provided by our on-site photographer and film crew Post event report outlining the benefits and ROI of the partnership Two complimentary tickets to the media reception Visibility Quarter page colour advert in the conference programme A-Z exhibitor listing and insert in the delegate bag 75 word profile on including logo, contact details and link to your own website 21

22 Partnership packages Associate partner 10,000 Exhibition 3m x 2m exhibition space, with preferential rates on upgrade (size and location) Conference Two complimentary full delegate registrations including access to the opening ceremony, welcome reception and ESOF party Two complimentary exhibition only tickets Visibility Logo representation on an Associate partner branded area in Science Central exhibition zone 75 word profile on including logo, contact details and link to your own website A Z exhibitor listing Branding Access to the ESOF branding tool kit including logo, imagery and video files Legacy Access to content provided by our on-site photographer and film crew 22

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24 Science Central Held in the impressive surroundings of Manchester Central, Science Central will provide a unique opportunity to showcase your products, services and expertise. The exhibition layout has been expertly designed to optimise visitor flow and maximum exposure for exhibitors, with a strong focus on networking and information exchange with catering, networking lounges and internet facilities located amongst the exhibition areas. below, left and right: Manchester Central Jonty Wilde above, left and right: ESOF2014, Euroscience Open Forum, Copenhagen Mikkel Ostergaard/ESOF

25 Challenge Central Speaker s Central Careers Central B20 B21 B22 C17 C18 D9 D10 E9 E10 F17 F18 G20 G21 G22 B18 B19 C15 C16 D7 D8 E7 E8 F15 F16 B19 Talkzone B18 B16 B17 C13 C14 D5 D6 E5 E6 F13 F14 G16 G17 Lunch / coffee seating area B13 Lunch & coffee B11 B9 B14 B15 B12 B10 C11 C12 C9 C10 C7 C8 C6 C5 C4 D3 D2 D4 E3 E2 Networking Lounge E4 F11 F12 F9 F10 F7 F8 F6 F5 F4 G13 G14 G15 Lunch & coffee G11 G9 G12 G10 Lunch / coffee seating area B7 B5 B8 B6 C3 F3 G7 G5 G8 G6 B3 B4 C2 D1 E1 F2 G3 G4 A5 H5 A4 A3 B1 B2 C1 F1 G1 G2 H4 H3 A2 H2 A1 H1 LEGEND ENTRANCE REGISTRATION Principal Partners 6 x 6 Executive Partners 6 x 4 Supporting Partners 6 x 3 Associate Partners 3 x 2 Exhibitor Stands 3 x 3 Exhibitor Stands 3 x 2 General Science Science to Business Careers Central Associate Pavillion 25

26 Exhibitor opportunities Shell Scheme Commercial rates Non-profit organisation rates AREA (M 2 ) PRICE PER M 2 PRICE PER M 2 6 (3m width x 2m depth) 4, , (3m width x 3m depth) 6, , (6m width x 3m depth) 12, , (6m width x 4m depth) 16, , Space Only Commercial rates Non-profit organisation rates AREA (M 2 ) PRICE PER M 2 PRICE PER M 2 12 (4m width x 3m depth) 7, , (6m width x 3m depth) 11, , (6m width x 4m depth) 15, , Shell scheme price includes: Sign with company name in standard text Power supply (additional power supply and usage is charged separately) Wi-Fi (upgrade available at cost) One countertop and two stools Two spotlights Space only price includes: Two exhibitor passes included in every 6 m 2, extra conference passes are available at a preferential rate This includes access to the exhibition area, name badge and conference programme The exhibiting company will be listed in the exhibition section in the ESOF 2016 final programme Fitted carpet and cleaning Plus all the benefits of the space only stand listed in the column on the right NOTE: All VAT registered UK organisations availing of partnership and exhibition opportunities are subject to VAT at 20%. All VAT registered EU organisations will not be charged VAT on partnership if a VAT number is included on the booking contract below. All exhibition services are subject to VAT at 20%. 26

27 Opportunities to participate Social programme highlights Welcome reception 30,000 President s dinner 35,000 Media reception 25,000 ESOF party 30,000 Social programme Delegate lunch 10,000 Coffee breaks 5,000 Early careers session (per day) 4,000 These social programme sponsorship activities are only available to official ESOF partners. Event branding Conference bags 10,000 Delegate lanyards 15,000 ESOF staff and volunteer uniform 5,000 Media zone (and lunch) 10,000 VIP and keynote lounge (and lunch) 30,000 Poster session (per day) 5,000 Mobile charging points 5,000 Digital sponsorship ESOF 2016 conference app 20,000 Wi-Fi portal 10,000 Printed materials/advertising Insert in conference delegate bag 2,000 Programme full page colour advert 5,000 Programme half page colour advert 3,000 Programme quarter page colour advert 2,000 Venue branding/advertising Digital advertising Exterior Interior Prices available on request Prices available on request Prices available on request 27

28 Sponsorship, exhibition and advertising booking contract Sponsorship I would like to confirm our partnership level as Principal Executive Supporting Associate Subtotal (inc. VAT at 20%): Exhibition I would like to confirm exhibition booth size of (m 2 ): Shell Scheme Space only Please indicate your booth location preferences (see the floor plan): Note: preference may not be available, exact stand location will be confirmed in April st preference 2nd preference 3rd preference Exhibitor badge names Note: two exhibitor passes are included with every 6 m 2 space booked Subtotal (inc. VAT at 20%): Advertising Full page full colour advertisement in the conference programme: 5,000 QTY: Half page full colour advertisement in the conference programme: 3,000 QTY: Quarter page full colour advertisement in the conference programme: 2,000 QTY: Insert in conference delegate bag: 2,000 QTY: Subtotal Total Please note Full details of the exhibition area, set-up times, goods receipt, electricity etc. will be sent to you in April

29 Name: Organisation: Organisation s VAT Registration Number: (only if based in EU and outside of the United Kingdom) Address that will appear on the invoice: Town/City, County/State, Postcode/Zip: Phone: Fax: Signature: Please this form to partner@esof2016.eu or print and send to: EuroScience Open Forum, Conference Partners UK, Peter House, Oxford Street, Manchester M1 5AN Space allocation policy All exhibition space reservations made using this form are subject to confirmation and cannot be guaranteed. Every possible effort will be made to assign exhibitors to their preferred location and if a preferred space is not available, exhibitors will be contacted directly to discuss alternative space allocation. Exhibitors who want to avoid being sited adjacent to particular competitors should indicate this on their booking form, and whilst every attempt will be made to accommodate these requests, they cannot be guaranteed. The organisers reserve the right to relocate or reassign booths at any time for the overall benefit of the event. Final stand allocations will be confirmed in April Payment policy All prices are quoted exclusive of VAT, unless otherwise stated. Partners and exhibitors will be invoiced as follows: a deposit for 50% of the total cost will be invoiced on receipt of the completed order form and due for payment upon receipt of the invoice to guarantee the reservation; the final invoice will be sent by 1 April 2016 and must be settled in full within two weeks of receipt; for bookings made after the 1 April 2016, the full amount is due within two weeks of receipt of the invoice; all payments must be made in GBP Sterling; if a partner pays registration fees for invited participants, these fees cannot be offset against the partnership amount: this applies to all categories of partners. Registration fees must be paid separately in all cases. Cancellation policy Cancellation within six months prior to the conference will incur a cancellation fee of 40%. Cancellation within four months prior to the conference will incur a cancellation fee of 100%. The cancellation fee of the sponsorship amount is subject to VAT at 20%. 29

30 Manchester European City of Science To help engage the widest possible audience with the excitement and potential of cuttingedge science, Manchester will also be hosting a special science festival, wrapped around the events of ESOF Our aim is to bring Manchester alive with science, with events for all ages and a public engagement programme of workshops, performances and experiences celebrating the latest developments in science, technology and engineering. The ambition is to engage thousands of participants as well as raising awareness nationally and internationally. ESOF will not only encourage investment in Manchester science, but provides us all with an opportunity to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers with the power of discovery and invention. Sally MacDonald Director, Museum of Science and Industry The ESOF festival will be part of a wider programme of activity under the banner of European City of Science. This city designation is a first for the UK and a recognition of Manchester s contribution to scientific discovery and commercial innovation over the last 250 years. Over the year a dynamic and diverse programme of events will connect science with Manchester s vibrant commercial, sporting and cultural scene to business leaders and politicians, schools, families and community groups. There will be much to say and to celebrate about science in all its forms and we are keen to take the Manchester message to a global audience, recognising a rich history of innovation but also a very modern city, a place of ambition and investment, where the scientific, cultural and creative sectors positively coexist and thrive. If you are interested in sponsorship opportunities for either the ESOF 2016 science festival and the European City of Science activity, please contact the Partnership Team. 30

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32 Contact details Clair Hewitson Commercial Director ESOF (0) (0) Colm O Grady Sponsorship and Partnership Manager colm@esof2016.eu +44 (0)