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1 15-20 July 2018 Brisbane Australia icn2018.com

2 Invitation The International Congress of Neuroethology is a biennial meeting sponsored by the International Society for Neuroethology (ISN) that brings together researchers from all over the world who are interested in the neural basis of natural behaviour. This exciting multidisciplinary meeting has been held in the Northern hemisphere since Australasia is home to an enthusiastic group of neuroethologists and together with their international colleagues from all corners of the globe, around 500 participants will gather at ICN in 2018.

3 The Congress Venue The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre is a world-class purpose-built congress venue, renowned for its operational and service excellence. The Centre is located in a unique urban cultural and entertainment precinct in the heart of Brisbane known as South Bank. South Bank is set in a lush, subtropical riverfront parkland; a destination offering a truly dynamic urban lifestyle and appealing retail precinct; a showcase of Queensland s diverse range of artistic abilities and a host to one of the world s most important collections of indigenous art. This land was originally a meeting place for the Turrbal and Yuggera people. We are privileged to hold another meeting on this land to discuss the natural history of animals that live both here and in other countries Delegates The Congress will attract neuroscientists and behavioural biologists, research scientists, university teachers, science communicators and animal enthusiasts from throughout the world. A detailed marketing strategy, publicity schedule and media campaign has been developed to ensure that the Congress is well publicised prior to, during and after the event. With these marketing initiatives and historical data on previous Congress attendances, the Organising Committee is confident of attracting at least 500 delegates. Congress ICN Congresses are the premier event in the field of neurology and ethology research worldwide. The Brisbane Congress will offer an ideal venue for delegates to interact with international collaborators and be informed of the latest research trends. ICN 2018 will feature a number of social functions and field trips before, during and after the Congress so that all participants will find the experience educational, enjoyable and stimulating. The Organisers are determined to provide every possible opportunity for delegates, speakers, students and sponsors to network and form alliances into the future. Why Sponsor at ICN 2018? The ICN 2018 Congress will provide an outstanding opportunity to promote your organisation, to support your brands and to maintain a high profile among some of the world s leading neuroscientists and animal biologists. Neuroethology provides a unique blend in science from the medical, engineering and applied areas of science to the environmental and ecological aspects of biology. The Congress offers a unique platform for you to interact with an international group of influential scientists from associated fields and specialisations including marine biology, behavioural ecology, neuroscience, animal sensory science, robotics and engineering, pharmaceutical science and nature conservation. As Congress delegates are keen to improve their knowledge of products that can assist them in their research, your participation will help you forge lasting linkages with your clients. All sponsors will be acknowledged through various mediums leading up to and during the Congress. Your organisation will benefit significantly from exposure to an interested, relevant and influential audience in an informal environment away from the competition of everyday distractions. This is a great opportunity to connect with a large number of targeted potential customers in one location and for them to carry knowledge of you and yours home with them The images throughout this publication have been kindly supplied by Photography Ambassadors of the ICN2018 Congress and as such are copyrighted and not licensed for reuse without the express permission of the owner. The Organisers would like to acknowledge and thank the contributors to the imagery used herein: Steve Parish OAM, Dr Darrell Kemp, Prof Justin Marshall and Stefan Daniljchenko Photographer at Large

4 Sponsorship Opportunities The Organising Committee strongly believes in matching sponsorship packages with sponsor requirements. A targeted range of opportunities have been developed to ensure a successful outcome for all sponsors and participants at the Congress. An early confirmation will ensure an even higher level of exposure at the Congress and we look forward to working with you to develop a package that can best suit your organisation s individual circumstances. Please select your level of sponsorship or an individual item from our below list. All prices quoted in this prospectus are inclusive of GST. Sponsorship tiers named after some of our most iconic Australian native animals Platinum Koala Sponsorship $15,000 including GST Exclusive Opportunity Exclusive sponsorship of one plenary session Opportunity to make a 2 min address to the Congress Logo in Congress E-zines Logo on front page of the Pocket Program (subject to printing deadlines) Full page advertisement in the Pocket Program One Table Top Display Two inserts to be placed into the delegate satchels (size and content to be approved by the Congress Organising Committee) Four complimentary sponsor registrations (full delegate) to the Congress including Congress dinner ticket 100 word organisation profile in the Pocket Program (subject to printing deadlines) Opportunity to place one organisation provided free standing pull up banner in registration area (2m high and 1m wide) Logo on the link to the conference proceedings Golden Brush Tail Possum Sponsorship $10,000 including GST Two Opportunities Exclusive sponsorship of one concurrent session Logo in Congress E-zines Logo in the Pocket Program (subject to printing deadlines) One Table Top Display One insert to be placed into the delegate satchels (size and content to be approved by the Congress Organising Committee) Three complimentary sponsor registrations (full delegate) to the Congress including Congress dinner ticket 50 word organisation profile in the Pocket Program (subject to printing deadlines) Opportunity to place one organisation provided free standing pull up banner in registration area (2m high and 1m wide) The Budgie Special $5,000 including GST Multiple Opportunities Logo in Congress E-zines One insert to be placed into the delegate satchels (size and content to be approved by the Congress Organising Committee) Two complimentary tickets to the Congress dinner The opportunity to drop your dacks wherever you like and advertise what you got.

5 Individual Sponsorship Items Educational International Speaker Sponsorship $5,000 including GST Multiple Opportunities This presents the opportunity to align your organisation with an international keynote speaker invited by the Organising Committee and acclaimed by the ICN community. Logo against speaker s name in the Pocket Program Logo against speaker s name on the Congress website Logo against speaker s details whenever reference is made to your sponsored speaker Logo on the holding slide for your speaker s presentation Logo on signage at the entrance to the session room Please note: No speaking opportunity exists with the above item. Concurrent Session $3,000 including GST Multiple Opportunities These sessions will feature renowned speakers on subjects more specific to niche areas of the Program, attracting specific delegate groups. Organisation name in Pocket Program (subject to printing deadlines) Logo on session slide Logo at entrance to session Please note: No speaking opportunity exists with the above item. Contribution to Travel Awards $5,000 each including GST Multiple Opportunities This is a key element that ensures the Congress has global reach and good attendance. The awards support travel to Congress by international and domestic delegates. Students are the primary target group, along with delegates from developing and underrepresented countries. Each opportunity supports up to 10 travel awards. Award recipients required to acknowledge all travel award sponsors by logo in their presentations (oral and/or poster) One insert to be placed into the delegate satchels (size and content to be approved by the Congress Organising Committee) Congress Wi-Fi $8,800 including GST Exclusive Opportunity Most delegates will bring WiFi-ready laptops, tablets and phones to the Congress. We offer for you to sponsor WiFi connectivity throughout the venue. The Pocket Program and Abstracts will all be on line. Logo and link to organisation s website on internet homepage Logo on all written material noting Wi-Fi connectivity for the congress Lanyards and Name badges $7,700 including GST Exclusive Opportunity Every registered delegate will receive a name badge which will be worn throughout the Congress Logo on name badge (size and location of logo will be at the discretion of the Organising Committee) Logo on lanyard (size and location of logo will be at the discretion of the Organising Committee) Logo website Delegate services Congress Satchel $10,000 including GST Exclusive Opportunity Every registered delegate will receive an official Congress satchel upon registration. The satchel is environmentally friendly, and we encourage re-use by delegates after the Congress has finished. Logo on Congress satchels (size and placement of logo will be at the discretion of the Congress Organising Committee)

6 Individual Sponsorship Items Water Bottle $6,600 including GST Exclusive Opportunity A re-useable water bottle branded with your organisation s logo will be given to every delegate. The bottles are high quality aluminium complete with a carabiner to attach to belt loops. The value of your sponsorship will continue far beyond the event s conclusion as well as being good for the environment by reducing people s need to use plastic cups or bottles. Your branding will also be on the water stations located throughout the Brisbane Convention Centre & Exhibition Centre where delegates will refill their bottles. Organisation logo on each bottle Logo on water dispensers located throughout the building Publications Congress Abstracts $8,000 including GST Exclusive opportunity The Congress Abstracts will be distributed on-site to all participants on a memory stick, and permanently archived on line. The Abstracts be a regularly used reference source during and long after the event. It will contain the final definitive scientific program and the following related information: Program and abstracts Information about ISN Information about the Organising Committee Logos of sponsors and lists of exhibitors The social program and information about tours, onsite facilities and communication services Entitlements: Logo on Abstract memory stick Logo on website Pocket Program $5,500 including GST Exclusive Opportunity Every registered delegate will be provided with an official, easy-to-use Pocket Program upon registration. A full page colour advertisement on the inside front cover Logo on back cover of the Pocket Program (subject to printing deadlines) Logo on website Please note: other sponsors and exhibitors have the opportunity to include advertisements in this publication. Catering Sponsorship is non-exclusive but for the duration of the Congress Morning Tea $2,200 including GST Five Opportunities Logo on morning tea signage Afternoon Tea $2,200 including GST Four Opportunities Logo on afternoon tea signage Lunch - $3,300 including GST (Three opportunities) Logo on lunch signage Social Functions ICN 2018 Congress Dinner $8,800 including GST Exclusive Opportunity The social highlight of the Congress, a spectacular evening where delegates will be wined, dined and entertained. Logo in Congress dinner menu (subject to printing deadlines) Logo included on Congress dinner signage

7 Exhibition Opportunities Opportunity to place an organisation provided pull up banner at the entrance to the dinner venue and on one side of the stage area. Opportunity to make a 2 min address at the dinner 4 complimentary Congress Dinner tickets Welcome Reception $5,500 including GST Exclusive Opportunity Open to all registered delegates to attend, sponsorship of this event offers excellent branding and networking opportunities. The welcome reception is included in the delegate registration fee, which is reflected by the strong attendance at this event. Logo included on welcome reception signage Opportunity to make a 2 min address at the Reception One complimentary sponsor registration with welcome reception ticket and Congress dinner ticket The exhibition is set to be the primary networking arena for delegates, Conference partners and exhibitors. The Conference Program has been designed to maximise the opportunity for delegates to visit the exhibition. With all refreshment breaks located within the exhibition area. Exhibition Table Top Display $1650 including GST Trestle table with cloth 2 x chairs Backboard Company name on fascia sign 1 x power supply 1 x exhibitor registration (*please note additional exhibitor registrations can be purchased) Conditions of payment Partial payment is possible because of the lead time. Payment in full (100%) is required upon confirmation of your sponsorship item. Failure to do so may result in your sponsorship item being released again for sale. Poster Session $3,500 including GST Five Opportunities A wine and cheese reception will be held to accompany each of the three poster viewing sessions. As the sponsor of a Poster Reception your organisation will receive the following acknowledgements. Recognition as the sponsor during that Poster Reception s introduction Logo on the Poster Reception signage Additional Exposure Promotional Inserts $1,100 each including GST Opportunity to include a promotional insert in the delegate package (maximum 1 x A4 double sided flyer) Full Page Advertisement in Pocket Program $1,100 including GST Advertisements will be offered in the final Pocket Program finished art work is to be supplied by the Sponsor, by the requested date Further information For further information about ICN 2018 please contact: Andrea O Sullivan Marketing Manager Sponsorship & Exhibitions sponsorship@icn2018.com Phone:

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