The PDC provides you with prime opportunities to network with existing clients and bring your name to the attention of leading government executives and decision-makers. Our sponsor benefits enhance and strengthen your name recognition and bring you closer to the prospects you most want to reach. Sponsorships are available for every budget and marketing goal—choose the one that’s right for you!

Early Bird Special—Reach 12,000 people through recognition in the Preliminary Program and Registration Brochure by securing your sponsorship by December 16, 2005!

Sponsors will also be listed on the conference website as soon as they are confirmed. By signing up early for the sponsorship of your choice, your investment will extend beyond the event itself to include months of national exposure before, during, and after the conference.

Each Sponsor Receives the Following Benefits:

New! Logo in the sponsor ‘thank you’ banner ad—enjoy the corporate recognition that comes from having your company name on each page of the conference website
Recognition in the conference brochure (if confirmed by December 16, 2005)
Recognition in the final program—includes company description, logo and marketing contact information.
Verbal acknowledgement during the opening general session.
Listing on the Exhibit Hall entrance sign and special signage in the registration area.
Recognition in the sponsor appreciation section of the conference website.
Pre- and post-conference registration mailing lists in Excel format (one-time use).
Special name badge ribbons denoting sponsorship level for company representatives to wear at the conference

To find out which sponsorship items are still available, please contact Ada Phillips via e-mail at aphillips@agacgfm.org, or by phone at 703.684.6931 ext. 310.

Platinum Level: $35,000

Welcome Reception........................$35,000

Be the first to welcome attendees to San Diego and PDC 2006. This high-profile, noncompetitive networking opportunity will set the stage for the rest of the meeting. The Welcome Reception is a highly anticipated, well-attended event and the perfect setting for one-on-one interaction. Additional benefits include:

6 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to give welcome remarks during a general session (date and time to be determined by AGA)

10% discount on exhibit space.

Premier placement of company logo on reception signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Drink tickets printed with your company logo.

Special lighting illuminating your logo in the room.

Opportunity to place promotional items in the registration area.

President’s Reception.....................$35,000

The President’s Reception is a festive, fun-filled evening and the last social event of the PDC. As the sponsor, your company will have the opportunity to ensure that they’ll have “fun, fun, fun” at this lively Baja Beach Bash at the beautiful San Diego Marriott Hotel & Marina. Give attendees one last opportunity to enjoy food, drinks and fun with colleagues and friends—your message will be the last thing they see before heading home. Put on your Hawaiian shirt and join your colleagues and prospects for a fun-filled jaunt to a beach-themed party. Additional benefits include:

6 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to give welcome remarks during a general session (date and time to be determined by AGA)

10% discount on exhibit space.

Premier placement of company logo on reception signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Drink tickets printed with your company logo.

Special lighting illuminating your logo in the room.

Opportunity to place promotional items in the registration area.

Cyber Café.....................................$35,000

Make the connection! Attendees who want to know what’s happening at home or in the office will get the information they need when they check their e-mail on a computer in the café. A popular stop for conference attendees, the Cyber Café is a hub of activity. Attendees can access the Internet, relax with a cup of coffee or a snack, read the paper or mix and mingle with colleagues and friends. Fax and copy machines are also available. By sponsoring the Cyber Café, your company will be associated with taking AGA to the next level in conference technology. Additional benefits include:

6 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to give welcome remarks during a general session (date and time to be determined by AGA)

10% discount on exhibit space.

Naming rights to the cyber café.

Premier placement of company logo on cyber café signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Special lighting illuminating your logo in the room.

Opportunity to place your company logo on cyber café computer screens.

Opportunity to place mouse pads, modem cord winders and other promotional items in the café.

Promotional flyer inserted into each attendee bag (AGA to provide).

Opportunity to place promotional items in the registration area.

General Session/Keynote Address.....................................$35,000

The main event of any conference is the keynote speaker and general sessions are a

great opportunity to get your name seen and heard by all conference attendees. Sponsor a

general session and treat attendees to a stimulating, motivational presentation by a top-rated, nationally recognized speaker. The date and time of the keynote address will be determined by AGA. Additional benefits include:

6 complimentary conference registrations.

10% discount on exhibit space.

Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the general session.

Opportunity to introduce the keynote speaker.

Opportunity to place promotional items on each seat and in the registration area.

Premier placement of company logo on general session signage.

Logo prominently displayed on a large screen at the general session.

VIP seating—we’ll reserve one table at the front of the room for your registered staff.

Gold Level: $25,000

AGA Executive Session...................$25,000

The AGA Executive Session brings together 100 government financial management leaders to take an active role in discovering new perspectives on real-life issues that have an effect on our profession’s future. Keynote speakers and facilitators will lay out the critical issues and help to structure the breakout groups, conduct feedback sessions, and generate key points and conclusions for a white paper. Do you want to be in the center of this discussion? This will become one of the best opportunities you have to define and clarify the responsibilities of the profession and the role AGA plays as the professional organization representing all government levels. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to facilitate breakout discussions.

Premier placement of company logo on executive session signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Opening Ceremony........................$25,000

This is the perfect event to show your company’s support of AGA and PDC 2006. The Opening Ceremony is always well attended and lets attendees know the PDC is officially under way! Opening ceremony activities include a color guard, the singing of the national anthem and special entertainment—setting an exciting tone for the remainder of the conference. As the conference kickoff event, your message will be front and center. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the opening ceremony.

Opportunity to place promotional items on each seat.

Premier placement of company logo on opening ceremony signage.

Logo prominently displayed on a large screen at the opening ceremonies.

VIP seating—we’ll reserve one table at the front of the room for your registered staff.

Luncheon—3 Available....................$25,000

Sponsor a luncheon and receive noncompetitive exposure to all conference participants. Attendees are invited to come together each day to enjoy a sit-down luncheon followed by a keynote presentation. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to give brief welcome remarks during the luncheon.

Opportunity to place promotional items on each seat.

Premier placement of company logo on luncheon signage.

Logo prominently displayed on a large screen at the luncheon.

VIP seating—we’ll reserve one table at the front of the room for your registered staff.

Monday Mixer................................$25,000

The Monday Mixer Reception offers a high profile, noncompetitive opportunity to network with current and future customers. Held in the Exhibit Hall, this event gives attendees another chance to check out the exhibit booths, relax and mingle with colleagues and friends. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Premier placement of company logo on Monday Mixer signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Drink tickets printed with your company logo.

Special lighting illuminating your logo in the room.

PDC Bags.......................................$25,000

A walking advertisement for your company! Each attendee receives a high-quality bag to carry conference materials and information collected in the exhibit area. The bags are a favorite with all conference attendees, and get long-lasting use and exposure well beyond the conference. There is no other item that will reinforce your organization’s name recognition with such volume and longevity. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Logo prominently displayed on the conference bags along with the AGA logo.

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Name Badge Holders.......................$25,000

Sponsor the name badge holders and let the attendees do the advertising for you! Your company logo will be prominently displayed and seen hundreds

of times each day as attendees wear their badges to gain entry into all conference related functions. These nifty wallet-style name badge holders store room keys, business cards, cash and more. The badge holders will be printed with your company logo across the top of the wallet right above the name badge and on the back of the wallet so your company name will never be out of sight. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Logo prominently displayed on the badge holders along with the AGA logo.

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Conference Portfolios.....................$25,000

A package for success! These handy writing portfolios—placed in every attendee’s bag—will be used long after the conference ends, with your logo on display during important meetings and on the go. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Logo prominently displayed on the portfolios along with the AGA logo.

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Relaxation Station..........................$25,000

Generate booth traffic and outstanding visibility by sponsoring this relaxing service. The seated upper-body massage melts away the classic tension areas to help PDC attendees remain refreshed, alert and energized. Collect qualified leads as prospects seek out your booth to get massage vouchers. Your company’s logo will appear inside the massage station and your take away literature will be available to reinforce your services to a relaxed, receptive audience. For added recognition, the sponsor of the relaxation station may provide signature clothing, such as golf shirts or caps, for the massage practitioners to wear. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

Naming rights to the relaxation station.

Premier placement of company logo on relaxation station signage.

Logo prominently displayed massage coupons–insert them in the attendee bags or hand them out at your booth!

Opportunity to place promotional items in the relaxation station.

Opportunity to provide golf shirts and/or other signature clothing for the massage therapists to wear.

Promotional flyer inserted into each attendee bag (AGA to provide).

Silver Level: $15,000

Golf Tournament...........................$15,000

Meet them, greet them and treat them to a relaxing game of golf! The golf tournament takes place on Saturday, June 17, and is the first social event of the conference. Take advantage of this prime networking opportunity where you can meet key prospects in an informal setting to showcase your swing, personality and business. Contests will include Hole-in-One, Longest Drive, Closest-to-the-Pin and Best Putter. The tournament will include a box lunch. Additional benefits include:

4 complimentary conference registrations.

1 complimentary golf registration.

Premier placement of company logo on golf tournament signage.

Opportunity to “meet and greet” attendees as you help check-in golfers.

Ability to provide gift bags to golf tournament participants.

Breakfast—3 Available....................$15,000

Associate your company with the most important meal of the day! Get noticed by attendees first thing in the morning by giving them their coffee and pastry. A traditional continental breakfast will be enhanced with a few specialty items to help energize attendees and get them ready for the day. Make your company’s logo the first thing attendees see each day! It’s sure to leave a lasting impression. Additional benefits include:

3 complimentary conference registrations.

Premier placement of company logo on breakfast signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo (Monday & Tuesday Only).

Logo prominently displayed on a large screen at the breakfast (Wednesday Only).

Hotel Room Key Cards....................$15,000

Open the door to new customers and big sales! Your company logo and message will appear on the room key cards of every PDC attendee staying at the official conference hotel. Key cards are distributed at hotel check-in. This is a great opportunity to be at everyone’s fingertips. Additional benefits include:

3 complimentary conference registrations.

Company logo or full color advertisement prominently displayed on the key cards.

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Pop-Out City Maps.........................$15,000

Everyone will simply fall in love with your company when they see that you’ve sponsored the pop-out map. These laminated, compact maps feature beautiful graphic photos of San Diego on the cover and your custom advertisement on the back! When opened, a detailed map pops out, showing visitor information, landmarks, etc. Every time attendees check their location, they’ll see your company name. Additional benefits include:

3 complimentary conference registrations.

Company logo or full color advertisement prominently displayed on the maps.

Disposable Cameras.......................$15,000

Help attendees capture the fun and excitement of the PDC. Your logo and message will appear on the outside of each disposable camera as well as a personalized message on the last picture of the roll. Disposable cameras will be inserted into each attendee bag. The camera wrap-around has plenty of space to display your name and message prominently. Additional benefits include:

3 complimentary conference registrations.

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Bronze Level: $8,000

Afternoon Snack Break—2 Available......$8,000

Treat conference attendees to an afternoon beverage, cookie, candy bar, or snack and give that refreshing “pick me up” to guide them through the rest of the day. Afternoon breaks in the Exhibit Hall are a great time to meet with old friends and colleagues. Your logo will be what everyone sees as they mingle around the food and beverage stations. Additional benefits include:

2 complimentary conference registrations.

Premier placement of company logo on snack break signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Host Committee Shirts.....................$8,000

Host Committee volunteers will be seen throughout the week wearing a shirt with your company logo. These shirts help to easily identify the volunteers to conference attendees. Have your company’s logo seen numerous times each day on the shirt of every conference volunteer! Volunteers will be visible at the registration desk, meeting rooms and in the hospitality suite providing excellent exposure for your company.

2 complimentary conference registrations.

Logo prominently displayed on the host committee shirts along with the AGA logo.

Brass Level: $5,000

Morning Coffee Break—2 Available...$5,000

Give attendees that mid-morning boost to get them through their day! Coffee, tea and sodas will be served in the exhibit area each morning. Additional benefits include:

1 complimentary conference registration.

Premier placement of company logo on coffee break signage.

Beverage napkins printed with your company logo.

Directional Signage..........................$5,000

This is a great sponsorship to maximize your visibility. “You Are Here” directional signs will be placed throughout the conference hotel directing attendees to sessions, the Exhibit Hall and other conference events. Your logo will be included on each sign—a sure way to guarantee your name and logo are seen by everyone at the conference! Additional benefits include:

1 complimentary conference registration.

Premier placement of company logo on directional signage.

PDC Pens..........................................$5,000

Pens are small but necessary items to each conference attendee. In addition to being used on a daily basis they also provide a lasting conference souvenir. Your company name or logo stamped on the pens will keep your product or service in the minds of all who use them. Additional benefits include:

1 complimentary conference registration.

Logo prominently displayed on the pens.

Other Promotional Opportunities

Bag Stuffers

Investment: $1,000

Even if you cannot attend—get your message in the bag! One promotional item of your choice will be inserted into every conference bag. Just provide copies of your pre-printed material or giveaway to AGA and we’ll take care of the rest. Company is responsible for shipping materials in time to be inserted in to the bags prior to the opening of the show. Items must weigh less than 12 oz. and be no larger than 12” x 9”. Benefits include:

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the conference bags.

Recognition in the final program—includes company description, logo and marketing contact information.

Pre- and post-conference registration mailing lists in Excel format (one-time use).

Room Drops

Investment: $1,500

Greet attendees right at their door! Your surprise gift, giveaway item or company literature will be placed in a special bag and distributed to all attendees staying at the official conference hotel. Room drops are a great way to boost company awareness among the most important decision- makers in the industry. Just provide copies of your pre-printed material or giveaway to AGA and we’ll take care of the rest. Company is responsible for shipping materials in time to be inserted in to the bags prior to the opening of the show. Items must weigh less than 12 oz. and be no larger than 8.5” x 11”. Benefits include:

Opportunity to insert one promotional item into the room drop bags.

Recognition in the final program—includes company description, logo and marketing contact information.

Pre- and post-conference registration mailing lists in Excel format (one-time use).

Don’t see what you’re looking for? If you have thought of a sponsorship that is not listed here, we welcome your ideas. Please contact Ada Phillips via e-mail, aphillips@agacgfm.org, or by phone at 800.AGA.7211, ext. 310.

The sponsoring company agrees to pay the published sponsorship fee once the application has been submitted and accepted by AGA. Invoices will be generated from sponsorship applications. Payment is requested within 30 days. Outstanding balances must be paid in full prior to signing up for future conference activities.

Sponsorships may not be cancelled. Upon signing the agreement, there are costs incurred on behalf of the sponsor and the full, published amount must be paid. In the event that the sponsorship can be resold and the promotional material corrected before the conference, 50 percent of the sponsorship fee may be refunded.

Any written notification of intent to sponsor an event or item will be considered a definite commitment. In the event that AGA denies a sponsorship opportunity to an interested party, based on a written confirmation/guarantee by your organization to sponsor an event/item, the sponsorship may not be cancelled and the full payment must be paid.

Sponsorship costs are designed to lessen the financial burden of the sponsored item and do not necessarily reflect the total cost of the sponsored event or item.

Upon acceptance of your application, the contact person named at the top of the form will receive a confirmation letter providing information about your sponsorship and other conference details. This official contact person is responsible for providing company representatives with time schedules, terms and guidelines and other pertinent information regarding the sponsorship.

Click here to view the list of sponsors.

Depending on your level of sponsorship, your organization may be entitled to receive a certain number of complimentary conference registrations.

If you are entitled to complimentary conference registrations as part of your sponsorship benefits package, we will provide you with information on how to register in your confirmation letter.

Sponsorship Terms and Guidelines Selection, production, shipping and distribution of all sponsorship items as well as menu selection for meal functions will be handled by AGA. Placement of the logos will be at the discretion of AGA.

In the event that a sponsor would like to upgrade a meal or specific item, the sponsoring company may do so at its own expense. In this case, the sponsoring company is responsible for all additional costs for the upgrade over and above the sponsor fee.

All sponsorship items are printed in one color only, except for the hotel key cards and pop-out maps, which are printed in four-color process. Sponsored items may be printed with your full-color logo at your organization’s expense.

Sponsorship costs are designed to lessen the financial burden of the sponsored item and do not necessarily reflect the total cost of the sponsored event or item.

Sponsors of previous conference activities/items have the right of first refusal for the same activity/item in the following year. As such, PDC 2005 sponsors are given first right of renewal until October 1, 2005, at which time sponsorships are open to other companies on a first-come, first-served basis.

Remaining opportunities are available on a first-come, first-served basis. The receipt of application will establish the assignment date. In cases where sponsorship reservations are received simultaneously, preference will be given to AGA Corporate Partners and past conference sponsors/exhibitors.

No person, firm or organization, public or private, not having contracted with AGA for the occupancy of booth space will be permitted to display or demonstrate its products/services, distribute promotional materials, meeting announcements or solicitations of business in the Exhibit Hall, public areas of the conference facility or in hospitality suites, unless it is included with their sponsorship package. Any infringement of this rule will result in the prompt removal of the offending persons and/or promotional materials from the Exhibit Hall and/or conference facility. Only exhibitors are allowed to distribute material within the confines of their exhibit space.

To achieve maximum exposure and to receive full sponsorship benefits, please reserve your sponsorship as quickly as possible, but at least eight weeks before the conference. This allows sufficient time to place necessary orders, create signage and to include your sponsorship information in the official conference program. Please note that AGA will make every attempt to provide full recognition on sponsorships confirmed less than eight weeks before the event, however, some benefits may no longer be available.

The sponsor agrees not to extend invitations, call meetings, host hospitality events or otherwise encourage the absence of attendees from the Exhibit Hall, education sessions and/or social events during the hours of official conference activities. Sponsor agrees to notify AGA of any meetings or hospitality events that take place during the conference, even if they take place after official conference events have ended. All requests for meeting rooms, hotel suites and special function rooms must be approved by AGA.

Distribution of flyers, invitations, magazines or other specialty advertising directly to attendee hotel rooms is prohibited.

AGA reserves the right to review any sponsorship application for appropriateness for our intended audience and support of our mission.

Click here to download the contract.

Click here to download the Marketing Catalog.

Contact Ada Phillips at aphillips@agacgfm.org, or 800.AGA.7211, ext. 310.