AESP's Fall Conference & Expo:
Bridging the Gap Between Demand Response and Energy Efficiency:
Policies, Technologies and the Smart Grid
October 4-6, 2010 * Hilton Portland and Executive Tower * Portland, OR
Exhibitor and Sponsorship Information
Host Utility:
Host Sponsor:
Background: AESP brings its fall event to Portland to focus on the issues surrounding integrating demand response with energy efficiency. This event will bring together thought leaders who will inspire, challenge and educate the attendees on the latest programs, policies and technologies surrounding this issue.
Agenda: Topics and speakers are selected through a targeted call-for-paper process.
Target Audience: Close to 250 industry professionals are expected to attend this event, including utility, regulatory, and business professionals responsible for energy efficiency and demand response.
Location: The conference will be held in Portland at the Hilton Portland and Executive Tower. AESP has negotiated a discounted room rate of $129 per night. To make reservations, call (503) 226-1611. Mention you are attending the AESP Conference to receive the discounted room rate. Room Block Expires September 10, 2010!
Exhibitor Opportunities:
There will be 24 tabletops interspersed with refreshments during these key activities:
- Monday and Tuesday evening reception with open/hosted bar and “heavy” hors d’oeuvres
- Tuesday and Wednesday continental breakfast, luncheon, and refreshment breaks
- Six Minute Meetings! AESP's signature networking event
For $5,000* Non-Group member ($3,000 to Group member), exhibitors will receive:
- One tabletop space with location of your choice (subject to availability)
- Pre- and post-conference attendee registration lists in electronic form
- 50-word description with full contact information in conference program
- Extensive recognition in all conference marketing and program materials
- Two complimentary conference registrations for current AESP members
- * All non-Group Members will receive an AESP 12-month Bronze-level Group Membership
Exhibit Hall Schedule:
Set-Up
Monday, October 4
9:00am - 4:00pm
Exhibit Hall Hours
Monday, October 4
5:30pm - 7:00pm Opening Reception
Tuesday, October 5
7:15am - 8:15am Breakfast
10:00am - 10:30am Networking Break
12:00pm - 1:30 pm Lunch
3:00pm - 3:30pm Networking Break
3:30pm - 5:00pm Speed Meetings
5:30pm - 7:00pm Evening Reception
Wednesday, October 6
7:15am - 8:15 am Breakfast
10:00 am - 10:30 am Networking Break
Noon - 1:00 pm Lunch
Dismantling
Wednesday, October 6
1:00pm - 3:00pm
EXPO HALL -
Sponsorship Opportunities:
All sponsors will receive:
- Extensive recognition in all conference marketing and program materials
- Pre- and post-conference registration list in electronic form
- 50-word company description in conference program
- Literature or promotional item in registration bags
- * All non-Group Members will receive an AESP 12-month Bronze-level Group Membership
Host Utility (exclusive) . . . . . $15,000* (non-Group member) or $13,000 (Group member)
Sponsorship reserved for BPA
- Special recognition during opening plenary session
- Company name and logo prominently featured on all conference marketing materials
Host Sponsor (one available) . . . . . $15,000* (non-Group member) or $10-15,000 (Group member)
Sponsorship reserved for Cooper Power Systems
- Special recognition during opening plenary session
- Eight complimentary conference attendees (for current AESP members only)
- Company name and logo prominently featured on all conference marketing materials
Conference Sponsor (four available) . . . . . $7,000* (non-Group member) or $5,000 (Group member)
- Special recognition during opening plenary session
- Four complimentary conference attendees (for current AESP members only)
- Company name and logo prominently featured on all conference marketing materials
Evening Reception Sponsor (two one available). . . . . $7,000* (non-Group member) or $5,000 (Group member)
Monday Evening Reception Sponsorship reserved for
Tuesday Evening Reception Sponsorship reserved for The Cadmus Group
- Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event
- Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event
- Two complimentary conference attendees (for current AESP members only)
Lunch Sponsor (two available). . . . . $6,000* (non-Group member) or $4,000 (Group member)
Tuesday LunchSponsorship reserved for
Wednesday LunchSponsorship reserved for
- Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event
- Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event
- Two complimentary conference attendees (for current AESP members only)
Refreshment Break Sponsor (exclusive). . . . . $5,500* (non-Group member) or $3,500 (Group member)
Refreshment Break Sponsorship reserved for ECOS
- Exclusive opportunity to sponsor for the entire conference
- Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event
- Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event
- One complimentary conference attendees (for current AESP members only)
Continental Breakfast Sponsor (two available) . . . . . $4,500* (non-Group member) or $2,500 (Group member)
Tuesday Breakfast Sponsorship reserved for Lime Energy
Wednesday Breakfast Sponsorhsip reserved for Hinge Networks
- Exclusive opportunity for literature table/display near the room during your sponsored event
- Exclusive opportunity to provide branded hospitality items (napkins, cups, etc.) during event
- One complimentary conference attendee (for current AESP members only)
Young Professionals Scholarship Sponsor (one available)
Student Scholarship Sponsor (one available) . . . . . $5,500* (non-Group member) or $3,500 (Group member)
- One complimentary conference attendee (for current AESP members only)
Portfolio Sponsor (exclusive). . . . . $6,500 (non-Group member) or $4,500 (Group member)
Portfolio Sponsorship reserved for CSG
- Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on the conference portfolios/journals
- One complimentary conference attendee (for current AESP members only)
Registration Bags Sponsor (exclusive). . . . . $5,500 (non-Group member) or $3,500 Group member)
- Exclusive opportunity to have your logo printed on conference bags
- One complimentary conference attendee (for current AESP members only)
Badge Holder Sponsor (exclusive) . . . . . $5,000 (non-Group member) or $3,000 (Group member)
- Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on badge holders
- One complimentary conference attendee (for current AESP members only)
Expo Bingo Prize Sponsor (exclusive) . . . . . $4,500 (non-Group member) or $2,500 (Group member)
Sponsorship reserved for OPOWER
- Exclusive opportunity to have your corporate logo printed on Expo Bingo Cards and Gift Bags
- One complimentary conference attendee (for current AESP members only)
For questions or additional information, contact
Suzanne Jones at suzanne@aesp.org or (480) 704-5900.
