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May 8 – 13, 2021
                                        Yokohama, Japan

Making Waves, Combining Strengths       Invitation to Sponsor

    The 39th Annual CHI Conference on Human Factors in Computing Systems

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HCI's Impact on Industry and the CHI Conference Connection

                HCI Impacts Revenue                            The CHI Conference Connection
     HCI’s impact on the technology industry has               Since the development of the field,
     been enormous and is still growing. Leading               dozens of key HCI-generated products
     companies have increased their success through            have been unveiled at the CHI conference
     the growing use of HCI methods to (1) avoid               prior to market deployment including
                                                               multi-touch and 3D interaction, tangible
     wasting precious investment money from failed
                                                               interfaces, social networking, instant text
     deployments of inferior technologies and to
                                                               messaging, personal health and elder
     (2) generate new revenue by identifying under-            care, fitness tracking, smart homes,
     served needs and then to envision, design and             internet of things, human-robot interac-
     test innovative products and services. Through            tion and wearable devices. As the premier
     rigorous beginning-to-end methods that com-               world-wide forum for the exchange of
     bine concept design, design critique, cognitive           information on all aspects of human-
     analysis, performance experiments and more,               computer interaction, the CHI conference
     HCI researchers assess whether technologies               is often the first public demonstration of
     frustrate, thwart, and confound people, then              such advanced technologies.
     design solutions that serve, engage and extend
     people’s capabilities.

              HCI Impacts Innovation
     In addition to tremendous cost savings, the                         Why Sponsor CHI?
     field of HCI has spawned billions of dollars of
                                                         There are four reasons companies sponsor CHI, and
     new revenue in innovative product and service
                                                         many sponsor for a combination of these reasons:
     categories. Everything from advances in mobile
     phones and graphical user interfaces to the
                                                         1. To recruit the top HCI, UX and design talent, from
     Internet of Things and social media touches HCI,
                                                            entry level to CxO level positions at one of the most
     and many of the advances in today’s
                                                            diverse technology conferences.
     systems can be traced back to papers and
                                                         2. To learn from cutting-edge research and research
     presentations at the CHI conference.
                                                            communities addressing everything from smart
                                                            cars to smart phones.
         HCI Creates Business Advantage                  3. To showcase new corporate inventions and
     Each year, CHI sees thousands of the top re-           innovations. CHI is a great way to get the top
     searchers, scientists, and designers in the world      decisions makers in HCI and UX to see your
     attend to present their latest research, solve         products and
     their hardest problems, learn new material and         research, and incorporate them into their work.
     build their networks. 92% report it was "worth      4. To publicly support cutting edge, diverse,
     their time and money", a remarkable approval           multinational and impactful research, education,
     rating for an event of this size.                      science and design.

     Top corporations, ranging from processor
     manufacturers (Intel), operating system vendors
     (Microsoft), laptop, tablet and smart-phone
     manufacturers (Samsung, Dell, Hewlett Packard,       Please join us at the Yokohama Convention
     Apple), web service providers (Google, Naver,                Center in Yokohama, Japan
     Yahoo, eBay, Amazon), telecommunication carri-                  as a CHI 2021 Sponsor.
     ers (NTT Docomo, Verizon), automobile manu-                  CHI 2021 General Conference Chairs
     facturers (Toyota, Ford, Audi), as well as emerg-
                                                                           Yoshifumi Kitamura
     ing companies and startups, send employees
                                                                         Tohoku University, Japan
     to the CHI conference to present and hear the
     world’s most advanced innovations.                                     Aaron Quigley
                                                                         UNSW, Sydney, Australia

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An Invitation to Sponsor

CHI is the premiere worldwide forum for professionals                       If your organization supplies systems or products that
interested in all aspects of human-computer interaction                     involve users interacting with computer technology and
(HCI). The conference features work on the hardware                         the user aspects are important to the success of your
and software engineering of interactive systems, the                        product, then this conference will be of special interest
structure of communication between human and                                to you. CHI 2021 is the place your organization needs to
machine, characterization of the use and contexts of use                    be to learn about leading-edge research and imminent
for interactive systems, methodology of design, design                      technologies. CHI 2019 conference in Glasgow, Scotland
artifacts and experiences, and future technologies.                         UK, was a highly successful conference with almost 4000
                                                                            attendees. Previous conferences in Montréal, Canada
                Conference Format                                           (CHI 2018); Denver, Colorado USA (CHI 2017); San Jose,
CHI 2021 is a four-day conference (Monday through                           California USA (CHI 2016); and Seoul, Korea (CHI2015),
Thursday). The conference is organized around pa-                           were also highly successful, hosting between 2500
pers, presentations, speakers and discussions on how                        and 3800 attendees from over 50 countries. Past CHI
to create better interactive experiences. As the foremost                   attendees have worked in the computer industry,
conference in its field, CHI 2021 continues to offer a wide-                education, research, telecommunications, government,
ranging program, supporting and facilitating the exchange                   finance and banking as well as many other areas.
of ideas within and between all of these communities.                       CHI 2021 is expected to be another highly successful
                                                                            conference, and we anticipate excellent attendance.
             Who Will Be at CHI 2021?
                                                                                              About Yokohama, Japan
The CHI conference brings together people from multiple
disciplines and a diversity of cultures to explore new                      Yokohama was a gateway port to Japan when it opened
ways to practice, develop and improve methods and sys-                      up to foreign trade, transforming it from a harbor town
tems in HCI, and to discuss ideas that lead to inspiration                  to the hub of the nation’s commerce. Although a lead-
and innovation. Attendees come from all over the world,                     ing metropolis, Yokohama retains an easy-going
representing a myriad of application areas whose diverse                    atmosphere that is unique in Japan, and it is easily
perspectives influence each other. CHI 2021 is truly an                     accessible from around the world. A hub of academia
opportunity to find the latest in research and design of                    and research, Yokohama is also home to hundreds of
the world's most innovative interactive technologies.                       international companies because it is a place where
CHI attendees include computer scientists; visual, interac-                 ideas come together and innovation abounds, at-
tion, product and experience designers; humanfactors                        tributes that have made the city an ideal location for
and ergonomics professionals; psychologists; social scien-                  global conferences.
tists; software developers; software/hardware architects;                   Pacifico Yokohama, site of CHI 2021, is a world-class
engineering, product and quality managers; educators                        convention center on the water with a beautiful exterior
and evaluators. These are the professionals who work at                     designed to bring to mind ocean waves, wind, and sun-
the heart of making systems and products ble.
                                                                            light. Located in the Minato Mirai waterfront district, it
CHI 2021 will be held at the Pacifico Yokohama                              is easy walking distance from hotels, restaurants, shop-
National Convention Center in Yokohama, Japan.                              ping, entertainment, public transport, and many historic
CHI is a multicultural community made up of designers,                      sights. Minato Mirai means "harbor of the future," a
researchers, and practitioners from highly diverse back-                    perfect metaphor for the CHI Conference as people
grounds. Together, they investigate and design new and                      gather from across the globe to explore ideas that
creative ways for people to interact using technology.                      pioneer the future of HCI.

                             Minato Mirai, or the “harbor of the future,” is Yokohama's waterfront district.

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Benefits of Sponsoring

                                                                  creates a unique event where your staff can benefit
                                                                  from unmatchable inspiration and education in both
                                                                  breadth and depth. Sponsor invitations to private
                                                                  VIP events also ensure that your staff has special
                                                                  opportunities to mix with the elite of HCI research
                                                                  and practice.

                                                                             Recruiting, Networking & 
                                                                              Business Development
                                                                  Showcasing your organization through sponsorship
                                                                  increases the awareness of your products and
                                                                  services. Many opportunities are available to
                                                                  sponsors to maximize their efforts in this area. Also,
                                                                  should your organization be interested in hiring, your
                                                                  presence as a sponsor will enhance your efforts to
                                                                  recruit from among the foremost experts in the field.
      Sea Bass provides a passenger shuttle service around        In addition, CHI 2021 offers dedicated on-site support
    Minato Mirai and offers stunning night views of the harbor.
                                                                  for the recruitment efforts of its sponsors.

CHI 2021 offers many opportunities created especially                    Monday Evening Grand Opening 
for sponsors. Some of the benefits this year include:                      of Exhibits and Reception
         Publicity (External and Internal)                        CHI 2021 is hosting the conference reception on
                                                                  Monday evening from 18:00 to 20:00 (6:00 to 8:00 pm)
Sponsors are featured on the CHI 2021 Conference                  in the exhibit hall during the grand opening of the
web site. Not only is this site one of the most popu-             exhibits and Interactivity ("hands on," cutting-edge
lar ACM sites, but the conference receives worldwide              demos). Sweet and savory offerings, and the com-
press coverage through various media forms including              pany of friends and colleagues create this memorable
technical publications. The advance program alone is              evening. Networking is effortless at this gala event
available on our site to more than 50,000 people in               attended by all conference registrants. As a special
the fields of human-computer interaction, human                   benefit, a complimentary exhibit booth is included for
factors, and bility engineering. The Conference                   Hero and Champion Sponsors.
Proceedings are also published by ACM Press and
accessed globally through the ACM Digital Library.                        Tuesday Evening Job Fair
                                                                  and Wednesday Night Hospitality Reception
Your sponsorship of this premiere conference is a strong
statement about your organization’s commitment to                 CHI 2021 features a Job Fair on Tuesday evening from
the field of HCI as well as your commitment to the                17:30 to 20:00 (5:30 pm to 8:00 pm). Recruiters rent-
professional development of your staff.                           ing booths are invited to take advantage of this key
                                                                  event to meet qualified job candidates. CHI 2021 will
            Professional Development                              also facilitate the delivery of submitted resumes to
                                                                  your designated contact and help coordinate space
In every economic climate, it is important to wisely              for interviewing and events when possible. Confirmed
utilize funds available for professional development,             recruiters are posted on the CHI 2021 web site.
and CHI 2021 is a wise investment. There is no other              Wednesday night’s hospitality reception is another op-
conference where there is so much cross-fertilization             portunity to connect.
of ideas between professionals in product design,
human factors, software development, systems                      Please see the following pages for details about these
design, interactive media, and e-business. Added to               and the many other advantages of sponsoring.
this mix are research students, educators and the
world’s best HCI researchers, along with mentors
and leading thinkers in the field. This environment

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Becoming a Sponsor

        Would Your Organization Like                                        Would You Like More Information
           to Support CHI 2021?                                                 About ACM and SIGCHI?
Please complete the CHI 2021 Sponsorship Agreement                   CHI 2021 is sponsored by ACM’s Special Interest Group
on the last page and return it with your contribution                on Computer-Human Interaction (ACM SIGCHI). The
to the CHI 2021 Sponsor Director to expedite process-               scope of SIGCHI consists of the study of the human-
ing. Contributions may be made by bank transfer,                     computer interaction processes and includes research,
credit card, or company check.                                       design, development, and evaluation efforts for interac-
                                                                     tive computer systems. The focus of SIGCHI is on how
        Bank (Wire) Transfer Payment                                 people communicate and interact with a broadly-defined
                                                                     range of computer systems. SIGCHI serves as a forum for
Please contact the CHI 2021 Sponsor Director to                      the exchange of ideas among computer scientists, hu-
make arrangements for paying your sponsor                            man factors scientists, psychologists, social scientists,
contribution via bank (wire) transfer.                               designers, educators, and practitioners involved in the
                                                                     design, implementation, and evaluation of interactive
Organizations based in the United States or organiza-                computing systems. Members of the SIGCHI com-
tions with United States branches or divisions should                munity from all over the world work together toward
note that ACM (the parent organization of CHI 2021) is               common goals and objectives. Preeminent in its field,
classified as a non-profit and a sponsor contribution                ACM SIGCHI provides a wide-ranging forum for the
may be tax deductible in the United States. The US                   exchange of ideas with others interested in HCI.
Federal Tax ID number for ACM is 13-1921358.                         Please visit www.sigchi.org for more information.

                  Credit Payment                                     ACM, the world’s largest educational and scientific
Checks should be made payable to ACM/CHI 2021. We                    computing society, delivers resources that advance
kindly request that checks are sent by courier with a                computing as a science and a profession. ACM
tracking number.                                                     provides the computing field’s premier Digital Library
                                                                     and serves its more than 100,000 members and
              Credit Card Payment                                    the computing profession with leading-edge
                                                                     publications,conferences, and career resources.
Contributions may also be made by credit card.                       Please visit www.acm.org for more information.
Please contact the CHI 2021 Sponsor Director for
assistance to make a credit card contribution.

                  An aerial evening view of Pacifico Yokohama Convention Center and the park areas surrounding it.

   Would You Like More Information About Sponsoring CHI 2021?
   Please Contact: Carol Klyver, CHI 2021 Sponsor Director
   Foundations of Excellence                       Tel: +1 650.738.1200
   446 Old County Rd.,                             Email: sponsor@chi2021.acm.org
   Ste. 100 - 204, Pacifica, CA 94044              chisponsors@comcast.net

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Summary Of Sponsorship Packages & Benefits

                                                     Hero Sponsor          Champion Sponsor      Contributing Sponsor            Friend of CHI

  Complimentary Single Premium
  Exhibit Booth
                                                      complimentary
                                                       double booth              
  Premium Booth Locations on Exhibit Floor                                                    reduced booth price available

  Recruiting Support On Site                                                                             
  Complimentary Conference Registrations              7 registrations        3 registrations           1 registration

                                                     largest display on      large display on
                                                      home page and          home page and               display on
  Logo Display and Link On CHI Website                                                                 sponsor page             text listing of name
                                                       sponsor page           sponsor page

  Company Profile On CHI Website                                                                        
  Complimentary Exhibit Booth Staff Registrations                                                 with booth purchase

  VIP Lunch Invitation                               4 representatives      2 representatives         1 representative

  Logo Display in Mobile App                           largest logo           large logo               medium logo

  Included in Sponsor Logo Slide Show Prior
  to Opening and Closing Keynotes                                               
  Logo Display in Digital Conference Program                                                             
  Complimentary 2 Page Color Program Ad
  in Digital Conference Program                           
  Special Program Ad Rates                              2 pages                1 page
  in Digital Conference Program                       complimentary         complimentary            very reduced price

                                                        full board            full board                half board
  Recruiting Advertisement Board On Site              complimentary         complimentary             complimentary

  Special Recognition in Conference Publications                                                         
  Press Release Acknowledgement Opportunities                                  
                                                    introduction to your       introduction
  Press Interview Opportunities                     designated sponsor       when requested
                                                       representative            by press

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Hero Sponsor Benefits ($50,000 US or greater contribution)

   Nippon Maru (the sail training ship) is a symbol of Yokohama’s history, as Yokohama was one of the first ports opened to foreign trade.

    Press Releases and Publicity Support                                     Seven (7) Complimentary Registrations
Hero Sponsors are mentioned in all conference press                      Hero Sponsors receive seven (7) complimentary
releases, which are distributed worldwide. We                            conference registrations, including tickets to the
may also be able to work with your organization’s                        conference reception and full registration benefits.
marketing and public relations people to help you
make the most of your firm’s internal and external                                Premium Exhibit Booth Reserved
press releases regarding your support of and
involvement with CHI 2021.                                               Hero Sponsors are provided with a specially reserved,
                                                                         premium location exhibit booth. Use this benefit to
         Press Interview Opportunities                                   advertise your most recent technology, increase
                                                                         market awareness of your organization, demonstrate
Press members are introduced to your designated                          your commitment to HCI, recruit from a targeted
representative on site and encouraged to report on                       population of highly trained professionals, and even
your organization’s involvement in CHI 2021.                             elicit expert feedback on technology prototypes.
                                                                         The conference reception, an event attended by all
    Company Profile on the CHI Web Site                                  conference registrants, is hosted in the exhibit area
                                                                         in conjunction with the Grand Opening of the exhibits
You may work with us to create your own profile
                                                                         program on Monday evening.
page on the CHI 2021 web site if you wish. Here you
can present an overview of your organization and
highlight your organization’s participation in confer-                       Hospitality Booking and Event Support
ence presentations, workshops and courses. If you                        Hero Sponsors are offered first opportunity to book
are planning to exhibit as well as sponsor, or host a                    meeting space for an evening hospitality event.
hospitality event, you may advertise the details here                    Specific times and locations are available for booking
and add a personal invitation.                                           on a “first come, first served” basis. Public hospitality
                                                                         events are publicized prior to and during the
            Prominent Logo Display                                       conference.
          and Link on t he CHI Web Site
Hero logos are most prominently displayed on the
extremely popular CHI 2021 web site. Your logo is also
                                                                         (Hero Benefits continued on next page.)
linked to your corporate home page or the page of a
specialized sub-area (such as a user-interface group)

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Hero Sponsor Benefits (continued)

                                                                           Invitations to Private VIP Events
                                                                  As a Hero Sponsor, several of your representatives will
                                                                  receive a special invitation to a private lunch with
                                                                  keynote speakers and award winners hosted by the
                                                                  CHI 2021 Chairs. Your organization will also receive
                                                                  invitations to other private VIP events, such as an
                                                                  invitation to meet the CHI 2021 Doctoral Consortium
                                                                  participants. This is a valuable opportunity to meet the
                                                                  researchers and practitioners of the future as well as the
                                                                  HCI leaders serving as their mentors.

                                                                                   Special Recognition
                                                                               in Conference Publications
                                                                  Hero Sponsors confirmed by 3 months prior to the
                                                                  conference will be specially recognized in conference
                                                                  publications. The CHI 2021 Conference Proceedings
                                                                  and Extended Abstracts are available worldwide. Those
                                                                  confirmed later will be recognized in the CHI 2021
                                                                  Digital Conference Program.

                                                                      Complimentary Two-page Program Ad
 European architecture, such as that found in the Yokohama Port   Hero Sponsors are offered a complimentary two-page
        Opening Memorial Hall, is popular in Yokohama.            spread advertisement with excellent placement in
                                                                  the CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program. Conference
                  Recruiting Support                              programs are accessed online long after the event,
                                                                  making this an easy way to extend your
In the event that your organization is recruiting,                marketing efforts to a very targeted audience.
Tuesday evening features a Job Fair to support this.              Standard rates appear below:
The conference also supports recruitment efforts with
a facilitated resume delivery service. Resumes are                        Digital Conference Program Ad Rates
collected from respondents and delivered to your organi-
zation’s designated contact. Your recruitment efforts are         Complimentary Hero Sponsors (2 pages)
announced on the CHI 2021 web site (with a link to your           Complimentary 		Champion Sponsors (1 page)
organization’s home page) as well as announced in the               $1500 USD		Contributing Sponsors (per page)
CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program. In addition, CHI 2021          $5000 USD		Others (per page, except exhibitors)
also offers a complimentary recruiting announcement
space on site.                                                    The CHI 2021 Sponsor Director can provide details on
                                                                  availability, placement, and specifications. Support for
              Prominent Logo Display                              Hero Sponsor ad production is also available, if needed.
                on Sponsor Banner
Hero Sponsor logos are specially recognized on t he
CHI 2021 sponsor banners prominently displayed at
the conference and featured on the mobile app. When
possible, banners are located in a common area that
serves as the heart of the conference for all participants.

   Special Recognition in Plenary Sessions
Hero Sponsors receive special recognition in the open-
ing and closing general sessions. Individual slides of
Hero logos are also part of the conference slide show
preceding general sessions.

                                                                  Yokohama’s China Town is over 150 years old and is the largest in Japan.
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Champion Sponsor Benefits ($25,000 US to $50,000 US contribution)

    Press Releases and Publicity Support                              professionals, and even elicit expert feedback on
                                                                      technology prototypes. The conference reception, an
Champion Sponsors are mentioned in all conference
                                                                      event attended by all conference registrants is hosted
press releases, which are distributed worldwide. We
                                                                      in the exhibit area in conjunction with the Grand
may also be able to work with your organization’s
marketing and public relations people to help you                     Opening of the exhibits program on Monday evening.
make the most of your firm’s internal and external
press releases regarding your support of and                                        Hospitality Event Support
involvement with CHI 2021.                                            After Hero Sponsors, Champion Sponsors are offered
                                                                      the next opportunity to book meeting space for an
          Prominent Logo Display and                                  evening hospitality event. Access to these locations is
               Link on Web Site                                       available on a “first come, first served” basis and the
                                                                      CHI 2021 Sponsor Director will help you schedule your
Champion logos are prominently displayed on the
                                                                      event. These hospitality events are publicized prior to
extremely popular CHI 2021 web site. Your logo is also
                                                                      and during the conference.
linked to your corporate home page or the page of a
specialized sub-area (such as a user-interface group).
                                                                                         Recruiting Support
             Prominent Logo Display                                   In the event that your organization is recruiting,
               on Sponsor Banners                                     Tuesday evening features a Job Fair to support this.
                                                                      The conference also supports recruitment efforts with
Champion Sponsor logos are specially recognized on
                                                                      a facilitated resume delivery service. Resumes are
the CHI 2021 sponsor banners prominently displayed at
                                                                      collected from respondents and delivered to your
 the conference. When possible, banners are located in a
                                                                      organization’s designated contact. Your recruitment
 common area that serves as the heart of the conference
                                                                      efforts are announced on the CHI 2021 web site (with
 for all participants.
                                                                      a link to your organization’s home page) as well as
                                                                      announced in the CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program.
   Three (3) Complimentary Registrations
                                                                      In addition, CHI 2021 also offers a complimentary
Champion Sponsors receive three (3) complimentary                     recruiting announcement space on site.
conference registrations, including tickets to the con-
ference reception and full registration benefits.                         Special Recognition in Plenary Sessions
                                                                      Each Champion Sponsor receives special recognition
              Premium Exhibit Booth
                                                                      in the opening and closing general sessions. In most
A set of booths in premium locations are set aside                    cases, individual slides of Champion logos are part of
for Champions on a “first come, first served” basis.                  the conference slideshow preceding general sessions.
Use this benefit to advertise your most recent
technology, increase market awareness of your
organization, demonstrate your commitment to HCI,
recruit from a targeted population of highly trained                  (Champion Benefits continued on next page.)

    Aka-Renga Soko (Red Brick Warehouse) is a popular spot, famous for its design and the abundant shopping and restaurants inside.
                                Walking distance from the center, the evening lighting here is beautiful.

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Champion Sponsor Benefits (continued)

          Invitations to Private VIP Events                             Complimentary One-page Program Ad
As a Champion Sponsor, two of your representa-                     Champion Sponsors are offered a complimentary
tives will receive a special invitation to a private               one-page advertisement with excellent placement in
lunch with keynote speakers and award winners                      the CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program. Conference
hosted by the CHI 2021 Chairs. Your organization                   programs are accessed online long after the event,
will also receive invitations to other private VIP                 making this an easy way to extend your marketing
events, such as an invitation to meet the CHI 2021                 efforts to a very targeted audience. Standard rates
Doctoral Consortium participants. This is a                        appear below.
valuable opportunity to meet the researchers
and practitioners of the future as well as the                          Digital Conference Program Ad Rates
HCI leaders serving as their mentors.
                                                                   Complimentary Hero Sponsors (2 pages)
                                                                   Complimentary		Champion Sponsors (1 page)
      Special Recognition in Conference
                                                                     $1500 USD		Contributing Sponsors (per page)
                 Publications
                                                                     $5000 USD		Others (per page, except exhibitors)
Champion Sponsors confirmed by 3 months prior
                                                                   All prices shown are exclusive of tax. The CHI 2021
to the conference will be specially recognized in
conference publications. The CHI 2021 Conference                   Sponsor Coordinator can provide details on availability,
Proceedings and Extended Abstracts are available                   placement, and specifications.
worldwide. Those confirmed later will be recognized
in the CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program.

                 The Yokohama daytime skyline with Mt. Fujiyama, Japan's most famous landmark, in the background.

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Contributing Sponsor Benefits ($10,000 US to $25,000 US contribution)

                                                                          Recognition in Plenary Sessions
                                                                   Contributing Sponsors are acknowledged as a group
                                                                   in specific general sessions.

                                                                               Private Lunch Invitation
                                                                   As a Contributing Sponsor, your representative will
                                                                   receive a special invitation to a private lunch with
                                                                   keynote speakers and award winners hosted by
                                                                   the CHI 2021 Chairs.

                                                                         Special Recognition in Conference
                                                                                    Publications
                                                                   Contributing Sponsors confirmed by 3 months prior
                                                                   to the conference will be specially recognized in
                                                                   conference publications. The CHI 2021 Conference
                                                                   Proceedings and Extended Abstracts are available
                                                                   worldwide. Those confirmed later will be recognized
                                                                   in the CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program.

                                                                       Reduced Rates on Digital Conference
  The unique roof design of Pacifico Yokohama, site of CHI 2021.              Program Advertising
                                                                   Conference advertising opportunities such as program
     Logo Display and Link on Web Site                             ads are offered to Contributing Sponsors at reduced
Contributing Sponsor logos are displayed on the ex-                rates. These opportunities are limited and are avail-
tremely popular CHI 2021 web site. Your logo is also               able on a “first come, first served” basis. S
                                                                                                                ee page 8
linked to your corporate home page or the page of a                for details on pricing. The CHI 2021 Sponsor Director
specialized sub-area (such as a user-interface group).             can provide details on availability.

                  Recruiting Support
In the event that your organization is recruiting,
Tuesday evening features a Job Fair to support this.
                                                                                    FRIENDS OF CHI
The conference also supports recruitment efforts                            (CONTRIBUTIONS LESS THAN $10,000 US)
with a facilitated resume delivery service. Resumes
are collected from respondents and delivered to your               Smaller donations are also welcome. Organizations
organization’s designated contact. Your recruitment                offering support at this level are acknowledged as
efforts are announced on the CHI 2021 web site (with               Friends of CHI.
a link to your organization’s home page) as well as
announced in the CHI 2021 Digital Conference Program.
In addition, CHI 2021 also offers a complimentary
recruiting announcement space on site.

    One (1) Complimentary Registration                                 CHI 2021 extends its special thanks to the Yoko-
                                                                       hama Convention & Visitors Bureau and Pacifico
Contributing Sponsors receive one (1) complimentary                    Yokohama for the cover and other photos that
conference registration, including a ticket to the                     appear here. Information about Yokohama
conference reception and full registration benefits.                   was also provided by Pacifico Yokohama, the
                                                                       Yokohama Convention & Visitors Bureau and
       Logo Display on Sponsor Banner                                  Japan-guide.com websites.
Contributing Sponsors logos are recognized on
sponsor banners displayed at the conference.

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Conference Sponsorship Agreement

Sponsor Level: _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Organization Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________________________

We agree to sponsor CHI 2021 as (please check one):
          CHI 2021 Hero ($50,000 USD or greater contribution)

          CHI 2021 Champion ($25,000 up to $50,000 USD contribution)

          CHI 2021 Contributing Sponsor ($10,000 up to $25,000 USD contribution)

          Other
          Amount/Value: $______________________
          Description:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Authorized Representative:_________________________________________________________________________________________________
Title:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature:____________________________________________________________ Date:_______________________________________________
Organization Address:_______________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone:______________________________________________ Fax:______________________________________________________________
E-mail:_____________________________________________ Website Link (for your logo):__________________________________________

                                   Contact person for delivery of sponsor benefits:
Name:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Telephone:_______________________________________ Fax:_____________________________________________________________________
E-mail:______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

          If you are a returning sponsor, you may check here to approve the use of your logo as it appears on the
          CHI 2020 website or CHI 2020 Conference Proceedings for publications purposes for CHI 2021.

          Check here if you are planning to have an exhibit or recruiting booth (complimentary for Hero and Champion Sponsors)
          at the conference.

          Check here to take advantage of your complimentary recruiting announcement space at the conference.
          Check here if you wish to find out more about purchasing a digital conference program ad at the special price
          for sponsors. (A complimentary two-page ad is available to Hero Sponsors and a one-page ad to
          Champion Sponsors.)

                  Please email this signed and completed form to the Sponsor Director:
Carol Klyver
CHI 2021 Sponsor Director
Foundations of Excellence

Tel:       +1 (650) 738-1200
Email:     sponsor@chi2021.acm.org or chisponsors@comcast.net

Payment of donations: Information for payment via bank transfer is available from the Sponsor Director, Carol Klyver (contact information above).
If paying by check, please make check payable to ACM/CHI 2021. (We encourage sending check payments via courier.) US companies should note
that ACM is classified as a non-profit and this contribution may be tax deductible. The Federal Tax ID number for ACM is 13-1921358.

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