SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

Introduction

Hello and thank you for supporting the 2008 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course!

As you know, this annual short course is attended by more than 400 applicators responsible for aquatic weed control in canals, lakes, golf course ponds, rivers, parks, residential developments and other waterways. This is a tremendous educational program and it would not be possible without the financial support of organizations such as yours.

This web site is for our sponsoring organizations and contains the necessary information to ensure your firm’s participation. Simply share this web link with the representatives attending the event to efficiently communicate sponsor information such as: table-top display specifications, program presentation, and registration instructions. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact Jhanna Gilbert.

We look forward to seeing you in May!

Return to Index

Sponsorship Opportunities and Levels

The 2008 Aquatic Weed Control Short Course provides an excellent opportunity for organizations and companies to become an active partner in hosting this short course as a sponsor and an exhibitor.

By becoming an active sponsor, your company will:

• Strengthen its prominence as a leader in providing aquatic weed control services and/or markets aquatic or vegetation management herbicides

• Increase brand recognition and exposure

• Enhance product awareness

• Showcase new products and services

• Network with colleagues

• Be featured on the short course web site with a link to your home page

• Be recognized in the short course program

Sponsorship Levels

       Note:

•  ALL Sponsor Representatives are required to register for the Short Course.

• Sponsorships received by April 9 will be recognized during the event. Sponsorships received afterwards may not meet printing deadlines. Contact Jhanna Gilbert if sponsorship commitment is after April 9, 2008.

• Only sponsorships of $1,500 or more receive complimentary registrations. See above categories for details.

• Gold and Silver Sponsors will be contacted by program organizers to confirm presentation topics.

Return to Index

Sponsor Appreciation

In appreciation of the contribution, your firm will receive:

• Recognition through the short course website with a link to your firm’s home page

• The list of short course attendees prior to, during, and after the event

• Recognition through signage and sponsor ribbons at the short course

• Recognition in the final program

• Recognition through PowerPoint slides during meeting breaks

• One complimentary, six-foot table for display space to exhibit product labels and materials throughout the short course.

• Attending representatives included in the List of Participants

Return to Index

Table-Top Display Information

• Each sponsoring organization will receive one complimentary, six-foot table for display space to exhibit product labels and materials throughout the short course providing you a valuable opportunity to spend time with participants and meet with them one-on-one.

• Tables are first-come, first-served. Please arrive between the hours of 4:00pm-7:00pm on Monday, May 5th to set-up your table-top display.

Set-up, Removal & Location:

Return to Index

Sponsorship Commitment

To commit as a sponsor for the Aquatic Weed Short Course, click  on the "Commit as a Sponsor Now!" button below:

Only Bronze, Silver, and Gold sponsors, may register one (Bronze), two (Silver), or three (Gold) representatives complimentary to participant in this event. The complimentary online form will appear as a hyperlink after you submit your sponsorship form online, using the button above.

Note: It is recommended that persons attending the short course complete the online registration form personally in order to best accommodate their individual needs.

*General sponsors do not receive complimentary registrations and will need to register using the online form located on the main web site. (Click here to register)

In order to prepare for their attendance, we request that representatives register prior to Friday, April 11th.

Each registration includes full participation in the event, including the short course program, a Book of Presentations, and the Tuesday Evening Welcome Reception, along with many opportunities to network with attendees. It also includes the morning, mid-morning and afternoon refreshments. (Travel and accommodations are not included in the short course registration.)

       Note:

• Sponsorships received by April 9 will be recognized during the event. Sponsorships received afterwards may not meet printing deadlines. Contact Jhanna Gilbert if sponsorship commitment is after April 9, 2008

Cancellation Information: Should circumstances arise that would force you to cancel your registration, we request that you contact the Office of Conferences & Institutes by Monday, April 21, 2008 to inform us that you will not be able to participate. If it is later than Monday, April 21, please still contact us. Your attendance is important; plans and expenses have been made on your behalf. If you cannot attend, please email or call so we may make the necessary adjustments. Thank you for your consideration.

Special Needs: Special needs (such as visual, hearing or walking impairments) of registered attendees can be reasonably accommodated if they contact the Office of Conferences & Institutes at least 10 working days prior to the short course. We can be reached by phone at 352-392-5930, by fax at 352-392-9734, by email at jhanna@ufl.edu. If calling from within the State of Florida, the office can be reached at 800-955-8771 (TDD).
 

Return to Index

Short Course Information

Further information about the short course can be found on the main short course web site. The site provides participants with short course details not posted on this sponsor web page.

We encourage you to visit the main site and view information such as the Sponsor Appreciation (includes a link to your homepage), Detailed Agenda, and Hotel Reservation Information. Click here to visit the main web site.
 

Return to Index

For Further Information

Return to Index