AUGUST 24-29, 2020 CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA PARTNERSHIP PACKAGE - FOSS4G Calgary
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FREE AND OPEN SOURCE SOFTWARE FOR GEOSPATIAL
AUGUST 24-29, 2020
C A LG A R Y, A L B E R TA , C A N A D A
Calgary Telus Convention Centre
PA R T N E R S H I P PA C K A G E
WHO WE ARE WHY CALGARY
The internationally acclaimed “Free and Calgary has a strong pool of talent in
Open Source Software for Geospatial” geospatial technologies, data analysis, data
(FOSS4G) conference is OSGeo’s annual visualization and systems integration. The
global conference held in a different city each city also boasts several world-class research
year since 2004. institutions, progressive legislation and
an entrepreneurial mindset that is driving
The annual FOSS4G conference is the largest this technology forward. Calgary’s strong
global gathering focused on open source geospatial community is represented by a
geospatial software. Regularly attracting variety of organizations ranging from meet-
over 1,000 attendees, FOSS4G brings up communities to certification organizations
together developers, users, decision-makers and legislated bodies.
and observers from a broad spectrum of
organizations and fields of operation. Calgary is a North American hub for
geospatial science and is home to the
Through six days of workshops, headquarters of over 25% of Canada’s
presentations, discussions, and networking, geomatics, navigation and global positioning
participants create effective and relevant firms. Local companies include Garmin
geospatial products, standards, and Canada, NovAtel, Intergraph, Hemisphere
protocols. FOSS4G has been held all over GNSS, and over 50 SMEs engaged in
the world and draws attendees from over 40 development and commercialization
countries. of geospatial technology. Companies in
Calgary are utilizing geospatial computing
technologies, in sectors such as oil and gas,
agriculture, construction, film and television
and logistics.
1 BRAND
ALIGNMENT
Some of the industry’s biggest companies
PA RT N E R S H I P support FOSS4G. Through partnering, you’ll
BENEFITS align your brand with these heavy-hitters.
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The FOSS4G conference is known for its
community, collaboration and ongoing COMMUNITY
successes in the global geospatial sector.
That’s why FOSS4G Calgary is committed
to creating meaningful partnerships to
FOSS4G was built on its strong
collaborate and transform the traditional
community and has only grown over the
framework on sponsorships.
last decade. Partner with us and we’ll
humbly welcome you!
The Local Organizing Committee has
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developed a comprehensive list of
opportunities for companies to partner BUILD NEW
with FOSS4G Calgary ranging in value to
R E L AT I O N S H I P S
meet your specific objectives. Through
customized benefits and the opportunity
to collaborate, partners receive invaluable Relationships are the key to any smart
recognition leading up to, during and business development strategy - grow your
after the conference along with special network through meeting the right people
accreditation and access onsite. at FOSS4G.
4 EXPOSURE
Above the typical logo recognition, our
partners will have the first opportunity to
participate in media interviews and initiatives
before, during and after the event.
Our Audience
ONSITE D I G I TA L
1,300 250
2 0 2 0 E S T I M AT E D
A T T E N D E E S
SESSIONS IN
2020
12,200
TWITTER FOLLOWERS
11K
MONTHLY
WEBSITE V I S I T S
1,150 411
BOSTON 2017
A T T E N D E E S
2017 ABSTRACTS
SUBMITTED
1,300
FACEBOOK LIKES
48%
NORTH AMERICAN
WEBSITE TRAFFIC
2017 OSGEO LESSONS LEARNED. WIKI.OSGEO.ORG T R A F F I C A N A LY S I S . 0 4 . 0 4 . 2 0 1 9 . S E M R U S H . C O M
Partnership Matrix
PLATINUM GOLD SILVER BRONZE
BENEFITS $
15,000 $
7,500 $
5,000 $
1,500+
Verbal recognition for main plenary stages
Recognized in post-event conference proceedings
Booth Space 10X20’ 10X10’
Inclusion in FOSS4G event emails
Social Media posts 6 4 2
The opportunity to use the ‘Partner’ logo
Logo on the website
Logo listed in the Official Program
Logo listed on sponsor listings at the event
Conference Passes 6 4 2 1
The Open Space prices The Open Space is our version of an exhibition . A creative space to engage attendees while they
hangout. As a sponsor of an area, you’ll have the opportunity to fully customize a space to meet your
company’s objectives and branding.
20x20’ Branded Space 10x20’ Branded Space 10x10’ Branded Space
$10,000 $5,000 $3,000
Platinum Opportunities
Registration Wifi App Welcome
Partner Reception
The exclusive Registration Sponsor In a world of interconnectivity it The app is the main tool for Held at Calgary’s largest patio,
opportunity provides branding on is important to have access to navigating through the conference National on 8th, delegates will
every lanyard and badge, as well as wifi, especially when traveling program and social events at gather on the first night of the
at every check in point for FOSS4G internationally. Listed as the Wifi FOSS4G. Attendees can build conference. The Welcoming
delegates. Partner on the gateway page, your their schedules, and get important Partner will have an opportunity
company will get in front of all event updates through the week. to brand the reception and
• Logo on event lanyard and badge. attendees. As the App Partner your brand greet guests through welcoming
• Logo on all registration points (3). will be front and center from the remarks.
• Logo on the maps where registra- • Listed as Wifi partner in all event moment the app is downloaded.
tion points are listed. materials and promotion. • Listed as the Welcoming Partner
• Logo on all signage, and gateway • Logo included on the main pages in all event materials and promo-
page of wifi connection. of the app. tion, including the registration page.
• Logo and brand reflected in the
• Recognition through push
reception venue.
messages during the conference.
• Opportunity to provide wel-
• Logo included in materials related coming remarks (5 Minutes each
to the app and its usage. sponsor) at the reception.
Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 2
Platinum Opportunities
Gala – The Gala -Maritime Gala - Old Time B2B Match
Ranch House Hideaway Montreal Making
The Gala at FOSS4G is a highlight. The Gala at FOSS4G is a highlight. The Gala at FOSS4G is a highlight. The host of the B2B matchmaking
Held at the brand new Studio Bell Held at the brand new Studio Bell Held at the brand new Studio Bell sessions will provide attendees
National Music Hall, delegates National Music Hall, delegates National Music Hall, delegates will with a targeted networking
will gather in a unique venue for will gather in a unique venue for gather in a unique venue for music, opportunity during the conference.
music, great food and drink. Each music, great food and drink. Each great food and drink. Each floor is The B2B Partner will have input
floor is themed to represent the floor is themed to represent the themed to represent the various into the direction of how the
various cultures of Canada. The various cultures of Canada. The cultures of Canada. Old Time events proceed, including premium
Ranch House highlights Alberta’s Maritime Hideaway highlights Montreal represents Canada’s branding where the sessions are
cowboy culture and features its Atlantic-Canada’s rich east coast French culture, and honors one promoted.
world renowned beef. The partner with authentic style food, drinks of the oldest cities in Canada. The
for this floor will have premium and music. The partner for this partner for this floor will have • Logo recognition as official B2B
branding reflected in the décor floor will have premium branding premium branding reflected in the partner for two (2) matchmaking
and signage at the event. reflected in the décor and signage décor and signage at the event. sessions.
at the event.
• Listed as Gala Sponsor in all event • Logo recognition when promoting
materials and promotion, including • Listed as Gala Sponsor in all event • Listed as Gala Sponsor in all event the B2B sessions.
the registration page. materials and promotion, including materials and promotion, including
the registration page. the registration page.
• Logo and brand reflected in the
staging and signage at the Gala. • Logo and brand reflected in the • Logo and brand reflected in the
décor and signage at the Gala. staging and signage at the Gala.
Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 1
Gold Opportunities
Track Workshop Plenary Games Area
The Technical Tracks are the focus Delegates have the opportunity to The Plenary Sessions are built to gather Think: life size chess, giant connect
of FOSS4G. With 8 tracks on the participate in workshops prior to the the entire FOSS4G audience to set the four, and bean bag toss all branded
program, there are 8 opportunities main conference. As the Workshop tone for the remainder of the conference to your company. Sometimes a break
for partners to embed themselves in Partner, you’ll have the opportunity day. The Plenary Partner will have the is needed at an event this size and we
their topic of expertise and brand the to display materials, attend the opportunity to align themselves with key wanted to shake things up with fun
industry players and keynotes through
room the track lives in, while having workshops, and be thanked as the games to keep attendees engaged
branding during the session, on program
the opportunity to host the room, partner onsite. and moving.
materials, and introducing the sessions.
network, and introduce speakers.
• Logo on signage at the workshops • Logo and branding incorporated into
• Logo listed in the official program
• Logo on the track in the official • Logo included in workshop related the games area.
for the plenary session, and all video
program. emails and Social Media • Logo listed on all maps where games
footage for the plenary.
• Logo and brand reflected in the • Opportunity to fill magazine rack area is listed.
• Logo and brand reflected in staging
room design for the track. with materials which will be available • Opportunity to determine games
materials for the plenary.
• Opportunity to act as session chair throughout the workshops. and activities within the area.
• Opportunity to introduce or moder-
for the duration of the event. ate the session (based on per-approval).
Opportunities Available: 2
Opportunities Available: 1
Opportunities Available: 7/8 Opportunities Available: 3
Happy Hour Code Sprint Carbon Offset Digital Signage
Craft beer is a Canadian staple and Help us ensure our coders are fed Help offset the carbon footprint of In an effort to limit our waste at
we want attendees to experience the and fueled throughout the FOSS4G FOSS4G by sponsoring the purchase FOSS4G we are working to implement
best that Calgary has to offer. We’re Code Sprint. Includes the opportunity of carbon offset credits. You’ll gain digital signage to display important
bringing happy hour to The Open to attend, provide materials, and invaluable branding and alignment event information, like the program
Space every day of the conference to branding throughout the day. with the initiative, and position your and maps. As the Digital Signage
make sure attendees don’t miss a beat. company as an environmental leader. Partner, you’ll have the opportunity
Join us as the Happy Hour partner and • Logo on signage at the code sprint to have your brand in front of all
gain valuable brand awareness. venue. • Listed as Carbon Offset Partner in all attendees as they navigate through
• Opportunity to fill magazine rack event materials and promotion. FOSS4G Calgary.
• Logo and branding incorporated into with materials which will be available • Opportunity to collaborate on carbon
the brew-bar. throughout the code sprint. credit providers. • Logo and brand included in digital
• Logo listed on all maps where the bar • Logo included in code sprint emails & signage reel.
is listed. social media. • Logo on maps where digital signage is
• Verbal thank you provided by the MC.
listed.
Opportunities Available: 2 Opportunities Available: 1/2 Opportunities Available: 2
Opportunities Available: 1
Silver Opportunities
Collaborative Art Best Seat in the House Coffee Break Luncheon
Project The main stage at FOSS4G is where Coffee is important at a busy confer- The luncheons at FOSS4G are
all the big action happens. Front and ence and the Coffee Break Partners unscheduled so that attendees have
We’re planning a collaborative center will be couches and chairs to will get valuable recognition at each the hour to network between sessions.
art project to highlight the strong provide attendees with the ‘best seat coffee station and thanked through- Luncheon Sponsors will receive ample
community bonds FOSS4G holds. in the house’. Partner with us on this out the session rooms. branding throughout the venue, and
By partnering with us on the Collab- area and you’ll get valuable branding most importantly on the table signage
orative Art Project, you’ll have the in front of keynote speakers and the • Logo on all coffee break signage in while attendees network.
opportunity to help determine the most engaged attendees. coffee areas.
project details. • Thanked as coffee sponsors in all • Logo on all luncheon signage in F&B
session rooms. area.
• Logo and branding incorporated into • Thanked as luncheon sponsors in all
• Logo and branding incorporated into
the lounge area. session rooms.
the art project.
• Logo listed on all maps where the • Logo in official program where
• Logo listed on all maps where the
lounge is listed. lunches are listed.
collaborative art project is listed
Opportunity to distribute materials in • Logo on table signage.
the lounge.
Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 1 Opportunities Available: 5/6 Opportunities Available: 3
Breakfast Keynote Speaker Poster Session Child Care
Sponsor the most important meal Aligning your company with industry The FOSS4G Poster Session spans Offered to all attendees, this option
of the day, as the FOSS4G Breakfast leaders is a key strategy to grow your across the entire event space, and is is available to provide flexibility for
Partner. You’ll receive branding business. By sponsoring a keynote the focal point for networking areas. international travelers who may have
throughout the venue and on all speaker, the sponsor will have the The Poster Session Sponsor will have their children with them while in
table signage. opportunity to introduce the keynote logo recognition on all poster builds, Canada. Child Care Partners receive all
during the main plenary sessions in maps, and website poster listings the recognition of keeping attendees
• Logo on all breakfast signage in F&B front of the full FOSS4G audience. leading up to, during and after the children safe and active while parents
area. event. attend sessions.
• Thanked as breakfast sponsors in all
• Opportunity to introduce the speaker
session rooms. • Logo in footer of all poster presenta- • Logo on all signage.
on stage.
• Logo in official program where tion builds. • Opportunity to provide gift for partic-
• Logo on the program and during the
breakfasts are listed. • Listed as Poster Session Partner on ipating children,
session.
• Logo on table signage. the poster webpage.
• Listed as Poster Session Partner on all
maps where poster areas are listed.
Opportunities Available: 2
Opportunities Available: 3 Opportunities Available: 6 Opportunities Available: 1
Bronze Opportunities
Company Retreat Book a Meeting Room Services In-Kind Custom Package
Are you sending more than 4 people Need to host a meeting or Planning an event of the size requires We understand that every company
from your company to FOSS4G? If presentation? FOSS4G has you many contractors to help make it a has different objectives and budgets.
so, we’re offering a 10% discount and covered with a bookable meeting success. If you provide a service that We’re happy to work with you on an
access to resources that will help you room equipped with plug and play could help us in planning FOSS4G, opportunity that suits your needs. If
plan your company retreat – from AV, and space for up to 20 people. we’d love to explore in-kind partner- you have an idea, reach out - we’re
restaurants to boardroom bookings, to Available for bookings in two hour ships. Reach out for more details! open to getting creative!
activities and team building. time slots throughout the three days
of the conference.
• Logo listed on partnership listings.
• Company name listed on boardroom
schedule.
Reach out Opportunities Available: 12 Reach out Reach outOpen Space
We’re reinventing the exhibition at FOSS4G. We’re creating a space that is inviting, fun and interactive. From workspace lounges with
funky furniture to VR experiences and life size games, The Open Space will provide attendees with a place to hang out, recharge and have
some fun. Partners who participate in The Open Space have the opportunity to customize their area to match their branding and provide
a memorable experience for the attendees of FOSS4G.
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PLENARY 10x10’ Branded Space
SOLDOpen Space Options
We’re looking for creative ways to engage attendees while they hangout in
The Open Space. As a sponsor of an area, you’ll have the opportunity to fully
customize a space to meet your company’s objectives and branding. We’ve
provided some examples for your space below, but keep in mind that everything
from the walls down to the carpet is customizable.
2 0 X 2 0 ’ B R A N D E D S PA C E
$
10,000
2 0 X 1 0 ’ B R A N D E D S PA C E
$
5,000
1 0 X 1 0 ’ B R A N D E D S PA C E
$
3,000Add-Ons
Your space is your home for FOSS4G Calgary. There are options to customize your space to match your brand. Below are some
examples of add-ons that can enhance your area in the Open Space. Add-ons are arranged and booked directly with the event
contractor leading up to the event.
PLANTS & LOUNGE FLAG
SIGNAGE: DECOR: FURNITURE CARPET: DESK SIGNS:
Add some extra signs Spice up your area Upgrade your space Upgrade your carpet Add a desk to your Flag signs are an easy
to your space to get with some added with lounge furniture to a specialty color to space for storage and way to catch attention
your message out plants or decorations and a customized reflect your brand. charging capabilities at at a busy event.
there. like centre , lighting, coffee table. your booth.
etc.JOIN US
Without the generous support of our event partners, FOSS4G would not be possible. If your
organization is interested in a partnership, we would love to collaborate! Connect with the
conference co-chairs to start the conversation.
Jonathan Neufeld, CEO, TECTERRA Inc.
Jonathan Neufeld is a relationship-based leader, employing big-picture thinking and a proven
ability to translate ideas into action. He is a veteran of the geospatial industry, including
leading teams to deliver results – whether they are delivering programs to support SME
technology development projects or collecting airborne data internationally. Jonathan joined
TECTERRA in 2011 as the Technical Manager and in 2013 he took on the role of Director
of Commercialization Programs. In 2016 he was appointed Chief Executive Officer by the
TECTERRA Board of Directors. He has received a B.Sc in Geomatics Engineering, from the
University of Calgary, and an MBA through the Haskayne School of Business.
jneufeld@tecterra.com | 403.532.4275
Brad Ashley, Sales Support Manager, Solv3D Inc.
Brad Ashley is the Vice President of the Alberta Society of Surveying and Mapping
Technologies, an organization who certifies technical professionals in the geospatial industry.
Brad has volunteered his time previously with several other geospatial organizations. During
his 9 years with the AGG, he was President of the organization for two years and started
an annual GIS Day event which grew to over 300 participants. Brad spent 6 years with the
GeoAlberta Conference Committee, during which he sat on the steering committee of for
four conferences and chaired the 2014 event which saw over 300 geomatics professionals
attend the 3-day conference.
bashley@solv3d.com | 403.532.4275You can also read
