The IFP Annual Conference & Exhibition 2010: Driving the profession forward

Exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities

Key facts you should know about the IFP Annual Conference: 

The delegate list for this event reads like a “Who’s Who” of Financial Planning. Over its 23 year history its reputation for networking is unsurpassed, as a result of the willingness to share information and ideas which happens in the unique atmosphere of the IFP conference.
 
This annual event is always incredibly popular with both our members and the international Financial Planning community. Delegates value the time to focus on challenging technical matters as well as business and personal development issues. This event expands delegates’ horizons helping them to “think outside the box” when it comes to the service they provide for their clients. One major reason behind the popularity of the conference is its unique atmosphere. This is where the best and brightest Financial Planners come to learn from each other.

The overwhelming enthusiasm for the profession of Financial Planning is clear for all to see, hear and feel throughout the event – it is no surprise that the Financial Planning profession is now expanding so rapidly. You cannot afford to miss this conference. Make sure that you are part of it by taking advantage of the opportunities outlined on this page. We are sure that you will not be disappointed, and look forward to seeing you there!

EXHIBITING

Over the past 23 years a great number of companies have enhanced their branding position and reputation within the Financial Planning arena through their involvement with the IFP’s annual conference and exhibition.  With between 300 and 400 delegates anticipated, exhibiting at this event offers the opportunity to reach potential customers, increase brand awareness and establish relationships with the leading Financial Planners in the UK.

LEAD SPONSORSHIP

Also includes benefits as IFP Platinum Annual Sponsor (please see IFP Sponsor Matrix)

The opportunity is available for your organisation to become the Lead Sponsor of the IFP’s Annual Conference & Exhibition 2010. Past Lead Sponsors have included such high profile names in the financial services marketplace as Margetts Fund Management (2009), MetLife (2008), Seven Investment Management (2007), Standard Life (2006), Abbey (2004 & 2005), Zurich (2003) and Skandia (2002). Your message will be carried through all levels of the conference, ensuring that your organisation is represented in the most effective way throughout this high profile event.

WELCOME EVENING

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The Welcome Evening takes place on Monday 20 September in the Exhibition Hall.  It is the official opening of the conference when all delegates are welcomed and the exhibition opens.  This was a new initiative in 2008 which was extremely well received by both delegates and exhibitors.  This 3 hour session is an informal drinks and buffet reception.  

CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION

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The Champagne Reception is the formal social gathering, which takes place prior to the Gala Dinner, from 7pm to 8pm on Tuesday 21 September. This is a particularly popular event giving a full hour for delegates to circulate and chat after a full day at the conference.

GALA DINNER

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The Gala dinner is the main social event of the programme and is the real highlight of the Conference. It takes place at the end of conference day two, Tuesday 21 September from 8pm onwards. It is a high quality formal occasion for all delegates, sponsors, exhibitors and speakers to enjoy good food, wine and company. Featuring a number of speeches and awards this is always a very enjoyable event which typically attracts some media attention and is, above all, a great opportunity to relax and meet old friends and new.

BRIDGE THE GAP

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A unique opportunity for your organisation to become associated with this initiative, which recognises our commitment to the growth and development of Financial Planning as a profession, as well as to Financial Planners as professionals themselves.
This session has been specifically designed for Financial Planners who have just begun to practice Financial Planning or those Financial Planners just entering the field. Association as an active partner of the IFP, assisting with the IFP's mission to build and develop the profession of Financial Planning 

DELEGATE PACKS

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Upon registration, every delegate will receive a branded conference pack (style of bag to be confirmed) containing all vital conference information.

VIP DELEGATE RECEPTION/SPONSOR

For the past two years, the IFP has offered the first 50 delegates to book on to the conference VIP status.  Being a conference VIP has built up quite a reputation and many delegates are very keen to be eligible.  Delegates receive goodie bags (which in previous years has included an iPod Shuffle and digital radio) and an exclusive VIP drinks reception which the sponsor would host.

If you would like to find out more about the above opportunities at the 2010 Conference please contact:

Cath Faulds, Business Development Manager

E: cath@financialplanning.org.uk
T: 0117 9452470
W: www.financialplanning.org.uk

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