The IFP Annual Conference & Exhibition 2010: Driving the profession forward Exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities Key facts you should know about the IFP Annual Conference: - This is the largest UK annual gathering of Financial Planners in the profession
- Your company will gain the competitive edge to discover what Financial Planners need for their businesses and clients
- You will build lasting relationships with Financial Planners who have decision-making power
- The conference has sold out for 4 years running
- In 2009 over 300 delegates attended & in 2008, almost 400, of these almost 50% were CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERCM professionals
- Close interaction and networking with some of the most experienced and highly qualified Financial Planners in the world
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. - 3 x 2m shell scheme stand in the Exhibition Hall
- Delegate list pre and post event
- 3hr Welcome Evening to be held in the Exhibition Hall
2 x delegate spaces for attending the entire conference to include the Gala Dinner (excluding accommodation) - Logo & 60 word profile within the conference programme
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. - Complete autonomy as lead sponsor of this event
- PLATINUM Exhibition Stand (choice of position)
- Main Stage Speaking opportunity (subject to agreement by the conference committee)
- Your company name and logo on all promotional literature
- Corporate branding on the front cover of the conference programme
- Free Advert in conference programme
- Free Advert in “Financial Planner” Magazine
- Pre & post conference delegate list
- 200 word entry in conference programme with company logo
- Opportunity to include inserts in delegate packs
- Corporate branding to appear in main auditorium, including stage setting, screen display
- 1 x VIP place on the top table at the Gala Dinner
- 4 x full delegate places at conference (exc. accommodation)
- 2 x delegate spaces at the VIP Private Reception
- 60 word company profile within conference programme and on the conference website
- Your company name, logo and URL link on the conference website
WELCOME EVENING THIS PACKAGE HAS NOW SOLD 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. - Corporate branding in key positions on entry and within the exhibition area
- 4 x free places at the welcome evening
- Opportunity to make Welcome Address
- The Welcome Evening will include drinks and a buffet
- 60 word profile within the conference programme
- Pre & Post conference delegate list
- Your company name, logo and URL link on the conference website
- Recognition as sponsor on key promotional material produced by the IFP regarding the Welcome Evening
CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION THIS PACKAGE HAS NOW SOLD 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. - Formal thank you from the IFP Chief Executive at the beginning of the Gala Dinner
- 2 x free delegate spaces to attend the Champagne Reception & Gala Dinner
- Complete autonomy for this reception (no other reception will be permitted to take place on this evening)
- Corporate branding in key positions on entry and within the reception area
- Recognition as sponsor on key promotional material produced by the IFP regarding the Champagne Reception
- 60 word profile within the conference programme
- Your company name, logo and URL link on the conference website
- Pre & Post conference delegate list
GALA DINNER THIS PACKAGE HAS NOW SOLD 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. - Complete autonomy for sponsorship of the Gala Dinner
- Opportunity to make a short address to delegate at the Gala Dinner
- 1 x VIP place on the top table
- 5 x free places to attend the Champagne Reception & Gala Dinner
- Corporate branding in key positions in the dinner
- Your corporate branding on menu cards to include full colour logo & 100 word profile
- Recognition as sponsor on key promotional material produced by the IFP regarding the Gala Dinner
- Pre & Post conference delegate list
- 60 word profile within the conference programme
- Opportunity to include an insert in the delegate pack
- Your company name, logo and URL link on the conference website PA system and microphone for speeches
BRIDGE THE GAP 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 - Corporate branding in key positions in the session room
- 3 x free places to attend the Champagne Reception & Gala Dinner
- Recognition as sponsor on key promotional material produced by the IFP regarding the even
- The opportunity to submit editorial in conjunction with the IFP, concerning the support and development of Financial
- Planners and your interest in this area. To be included within the conference edition of the IFP magazine and the conference programme.
- 60 word entry in conference programme with company logo
- Opportunity to include your inserts in delegate packs
- Your company name, logo & URL on the conference website
- Pre & post conference delegate list
DELEGATE PACKS THIS PACKAGE HAS NOW SOLD Upon registration, every delegate will receive a branded conference pack (style of bag to be confirmed) containing all vital conference information. - Corporate branding to appear on the front of the conference pack (1 Colour)
- 2 x free spaces to attend the Champagne Reception & Gala Dinner
- Logo & 60 word profile within the conference programme
- Your company name, logo and URL link on the conference website
- Pre & Post conference delegate list
- Opportunity to include insert within the delegate packs
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. - Recognition as VIP Sponsor in conference programme and on conference website
- Opportunity to supply branded bags for the gifts, and to include branded material within the bag.
- The IFP will source the VIP pack contents
- Delegate list pre and post event
- 2 x free spaces to attend the Champagne Reception & Gala Dinner
- Host the VIP drinks reception and make a welcome address
- Corporate branding in key positions at the VIP reception
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 Institute of Financial Planning
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