Let me say how phenomenal the LSA Conference was for us — WOW!  We have been to numerous shows, some garnishing even more contacts, but none with the quality and usefulness of the contacts made at the ninth annual Life Science Alley Conference.

Bob
Midwest Applied
Technologies, LLC

 
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7  •  MINNEAPOLIS, MN

LifeScience Alley® Conference & Expo
This is the 10th ANNIVERSARY
of the Conference & Expo
 
PREMIER SPONSORS:
Manitoba
B&D Consulting
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2011 Sponsor & Exhibitor Opportunities Download Sponsor/Exhibitor
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Click on any sponsorship below for more detailed information. All sponsorship prices are subject to change.

$22,000 - $25,000

$10,000 - $16,000

$6,000 - $9,000

$3,000 - $5,500

Under $3,000

  • Premium Center Aisle Interior Exhibit Booth - $2,025 (Members); $2,525 (Non-Members)
  • Prime Corner Exhibit Booth - $1,425 (Members); $1,925 (Non-Members)
  • Exhibit Booth - $1,025 (Members); $1,525 (Non-Members)

Optional Add-Ons
*Only conference sponsors & exhibitors can take advantage of the optional add-on opportunities

  • Column Article with Advertising in Conference Guide - $2,750
  • Collateral Insert in Conference Bag - 10 Opportunities Available - $1,000
  • Pre-Conference Mailing (one time usage) - $150
  • Post-Conference Mailing (one time usage) - $250
  • Add Color Logo to Company Description in Conference Guide - $125
 
Premier | $25,000 | 2 Opportunities Remaining    
  • Emcee recognizes your organization as a Premier sponsor from the podium
  • Sponsor of Breakfast, Luncheon, or Closing Keynote
  • Opportunity to introduce Breakfast, Luncheon, or Closing Keynote
  • Opportunity to select sponsorship of one seminar track
  • Opportunity to introduce company by video for each of the two sessions
  • Company logo incorporated into conference Web site template
  • Company logo incorporated into emaill blast template
  • Opportunity to participate in 2011 Advisory Panel
  • Opportunity to provide marketing piece for insertion into conference bag
  • Prominent placement of company logo on signage throughout conference
  • Company logo incorporated into Conference logo on carpet in Exhibit Hall
  • Company name/logo on paid advertising
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C full page ad in conference guide (inside front, inside back, or back cover)
  • Provided with up to 250 registration brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- AND post-conference mailing through LSA mail house to attendees
  • 2 complimentary invitations to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 4 complimentary Full Conference passes to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff and introducers
 
 
 
Pre-Event VIP Reception | $22,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Host a private reception with keynote speaker and invited industry leaders the evening before the conference
  • Opportunity to participate in emcee responsibilities for the evening
  • Company logo on a VIP gift for attendees; sponsor to provide gift
  • Prominent placement of company logo on VIP invitation
  • Prominent placement of company logo on signage throughout conference
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C full page ad in conference guide (inside front, inside back, or back cover)
  • Provided with up to 250 registration brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- AND post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 6 complimentary invitations to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 4 complimentary Full Conference passes to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 

 
 
Conference Bag | $16,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Company name / logo on one side of bag (along with LifeScience Alley logo) given to all attendees
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name / logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C full page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 registration brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 2 complimentary invitations to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 2 complimentary Full Conference passes to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
New Technology Showcase | $15,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining  
  • Opportunity to introduce presenting companies; emcee recognizes your organization as the New Technology Showcase Sponsor from the podium
  • Opportunity to participate in 2011 Advisory Panel
  • Opportunity to participate in the judging process for up to 7 emerging technology companies to showcase their work in New Technology Showcase area
  • 4'x8' Expo Hall banner
  • Company name/logo on paid advertising
  • Company name/logo on signage by New Technology Showcase area and on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth in New Technology Showcase area in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C full page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 2 complimentary invitations to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 2 complimentary Full Conference passes (for sponsoring organization) to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff and introducer
 
 
Reusable Water Bottle at Refilling Station | $15,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Company name / logo on one side of Water Bottle (along with LifeScience Alley logo) available to all attendees
  • Company name / logo on signage at "Filling Station"
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name / logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C full page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 registration brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 2 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 2 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
Session Tracks | $10,000 | SOLD OUT
 
 
  • Opportunity to introduce company by video for each of the two sessions
  • Opportunity to participate in 2011 Advisory Panel
  • Company name/logo on signage outside seminar room
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • Company name/logo on conference Web site by sponsored Track
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C half-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff and introducers
 

 

 
 
Spotlight Theater | $10,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Opportunity to present in Spotlight Theater for a designated amount of time during Exhibit Hall and Session Hours
  • Opportunity to participate in 2011 Advisory Panel
  • Company name/logo on signage outside Spotlight Theater
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall next to Spotlight Theater
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C half-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff and introducers
 
 
NEW Sanitizer Stands| $10,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Company name / logo on 4 sanitizer stands throughout conference area and Exhibit Hall
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name / logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C half-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 7, 2010
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunchComplimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
Padfolio Sponsor | $10,000 | SOLD
  • Company name/logo on padfolio given to all attendees
  • Opportunity to insert marketing information into padfolio
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name / logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One 4/C half-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 1 complimentary invitations to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference passes to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
NEW "Green" Emergency Flashlight | $9,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining  
  • Company name/logo on "green" flashlight given to all attendees
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • Opportunity to do pre- OR post-conference mailing to attendees through LSA mail house
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
Alley Net Cyber Cafe | $7,500 | SOLD
  • Sponsor of Internet connected computer stations available for conference attendees' use
  • Company name/logo will appear on screen saver of all computer stations
  • Prominent placement of company name/logo on signage at AlleyNet area
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth in prime location within Cyber Cafe
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
Lanyard | $7,000 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Company name/logo on lanyard given to all attendees
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
Innovation & Collaboration Center | $6,500 | SOLD
  • Naming rights to the Innovation and Collaboration Center, with name/logo featured on all promotional material for the Innovation and Collaboration Center, and on conference room signage
  • Tables/Seating for collaboration in the Innovation Center
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One Hanging Banner in Exhibit Hall
  • One 10x20 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 100 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
International Alley | $6,500 | SOLD
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • Two 10x10 booths at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • One Hanging Banner in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 50 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
   
 
Closing Reception | $6,000 | 7 Opportunities Remaining

 
  • Company logo displayed in Exhibit Hall during the reception
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at Corner/Alley location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 50 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 

Alley Institute Student Poster Session Sponsor | $6,000| 2 Opportunities Remaining

  • Emcee recognizes your organization as the Alley Institute Student Research Poster Session Sponsor from the podium.
  • 4' x 8' Exhibit Hall banner
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign in booth
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • Provided with up to 50 conference brochures for distribution to clients, customers, prospects
  • 1 complimentary invitation to the VIP Reception to be held December 6, 2011
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
Quick Reference Guide | $5,500 | SOLD
  • Company name/logo on Conference Quick Reference Guide given to all attendees
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
Conference Guide Wrap | $5,500 | 1 Opportunity Remaining
  • Company name/logo on 2"-3" wide paper band around the Conference Guide
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w half-page ad in conference guide
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
Gourmet Coffee Cart Sponsor | $5,500 | 2 Opportunities Remaining
  • Company name/logo on coupon for free coffee cart beverage given to all attendees
  • Company name / logo on 20" x 30" sign by coffee cart
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w full-page ad in conference guide
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
 
Supporting Conference Sponsor | $5,000 | 9 Opportunities Remaining
       
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • One 10x10 booth at prime location in Exhibit Hall
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w half-page ad in conference guide
  • 2 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes to include luncheon general session and lunch
  • Complimentary passes listed above are provided to include your booth staff
 
Exhibit Hall Refreshments Sponsor | $3,000 | 10 Opportunities Remaining
           
  • Company logo projected in Exhibit Hall during the refreshment breaks
  • Company name/logo on signage at Exhibit Hall refreshment tables
  • Company name/logo on promotional materials with link on conference Web site
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One b/w half-page ad in conference guide
  • 1 complimentary Full Conference pass to include all seminars, general sessions, and meals
 
Sponsor trademarks are the sole property of the sponsoring company or organization and their use here
does not imply endorsement of the sponsoring company or organization or any of its subsidiaries.
 

EXHIBITOR BOOTHS

Premium Exhibitor Booth - Members | $2,025 | Non-Members | $2,525 | 
Non-Members: Order form must be approved to exhibit.    
Each booth package includes:    
  • Premium location: center aisle interior, non-corner
  • 10' deep x 10' wide booth space
  • Pipe and drape side walls and back walls
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One company identification sign
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes for your booth staff to include the luncheon general session and lunch
  • Tables, chairs, carpet, and other furnishing may be purchased/rented separately through the Official Service Contractor. See Exhibitor Services Kit for details.
 
 
Prime Exhibitor Booth - Members | $1,425 |  Non-Members | $1,925 | 
Non-Members: Order form must be approved to exhibit.    
Each booth package includes:    
  • Prime location: corner
  • 10' deep x 10' wide booth space
  • Pipe and drape side walls and back walls
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One company identification sign
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes for your booth staff to include the luncheon general session and lunch
  • Tables, chairs, carpet, and other furnishing may be purchased/rented separately through the Official Service Contractor. See Exhibitor Services Kit for details.
 
 
Exhibitor Booth - Members | $1,025 | Non-Members | $1,525 | 
Order form must be approved to exhibit.    
Each booth package includes:    
  • 10' deep x 10' wide booth space
  • Pipe and drape side walls and back walls
  • 50-word company description in conference guide
  • One company identification sign
  • 2 complimentary Exhibit Hall Only passes for your booth staff to include the luncheon general session and lunch
  • Tables, chairs, carpet, and other furnishing may be purchased/rented separately through the Official Service Contractor. See Exhibitor Services Kit for details.
 
 
 

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS  to enhance your sponsor/exhibitor experience
Available only to confirmed Sponsors and Exhibitors
 
Column Article with Advertising in Conference Guide| $2,750 | 5 Opportunities Available
Company article (word limit) and one b/w half-page ad in Conference Guide.
 
Collateral Insert in Conference Bag | $1,000 | 10 Opportunities Available
Opportunity to insert company promotional collateral into Conference Bag
 
Pre-Conference Mailing to Attendees | LifeScience Alley® Mail House | $150 |
Gain the attention of pre-registered attendees and invite them to stop by and visit your booth by taking advantage of the pre-conference mailing. You provide your marketing piece to the mailing house and we will send it after the Early Bird Registration deadline to those pre-registered. This one-time usage fee does not include the cost of your mailer, postage, or the addressing fee. Your order must be placed by October 28, 2011, and the mailing will be sent the week of November 14, 2011.  Your marketing pieces are mailed out individually, not as a package of all pre-conference mailers.
 
Post-Conference Mailing to Attendees | LifeScience Alley® Mail House | $250 |
If you choose a post-conference mailing, it will be sent at a time you choose between December 15, 2011 and January 31, 2011. This one-time usage fee does not include the cost of your mailer, postage, or the addressing fee. Your marketing pieces are mailed out individually, not as a package of all pre-conference mailers.
 
Lead Retrieval System | Pricing TBA |

The Lead Retrieval System, provided by Lead Maximizer (TM), is a wireless Blackberry-based, battery operated handheld mobile unit that captures realtime data and stores it on a secure, easily accessible website. You can immediately search, filter, query, download, and even initiate the sales process through an email campaign capability.
 
Lead Retrieval System Printer | Add-on for Lead Retrieval System Only | Pricing TBA |

Allows you to print on-site, data obtained using the Lead Retrieval System.
 
 

Conference Guide Advertising Options

Deadline to order is September 9, 2011
Add color logo to company description in conference guide | $125 |
 
Advertising Rates (for confirmed exhibitors)

Purchase

LSA Member

Non-Member

Purchase a full-page color ad $1,500 $3,000
Purchase a half-page color ad $1,000 $2,000
Purchase a full-page b/w ad $925 $1,850
Purchase a half-page b/w ad $625 $1,250
 
Advertising Upgrades (available only to confirmed sponsors)
Purchase Pricing
Upgrade from a half-page b/w to a full-page color $875
Upgrade from a full-page b/w to a full-page color $575
Upgrade from a half-page b/w to a full-page b/w $300
Upgrade from a half-page b/w to a half-page color $375
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