SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

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The Smart Grid Interoperability Panel (SGIP) is a consortium

that securely accelerates and advances Grid Modernization

through interoperability and the leadership talents of its members.

SGIP is committed to improving individual quality of life by

integrating energy resources securely, intelligently and efficiently.

for the Quality of Life

AN OPEN FORUM FOR INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION

Many countries have identified Grid Modernization as an important priority that promises many benefits—from energy efficiency and reliability to economic growth and environmental improvements. Our vision is to improve quality of life by intelligently integrating energy resources. We believe by

collaborating, we can achieve this by securely accelerating and advancing Grid Modernization through interoperability. SGIP provides an ideal forum for collaboration and has formal agreements with several international organizations.

SGIP MEMBERSHIP

With over 170 member organizations, SGIP membership is diverse and well-balanced in five Interest categories. The diverse makeup brings the collective knowledge together to accelerate innovation and implementation of new energy services and strategies.

SGIP Interest Categories Asset Owners

Those that own and invest in the infrastructure and communications to produce, transport and/or distribute energy.

Consumers, Policy & Government

Service Providers & System Administrators

Those that consume energy or develop/ implement policies governing the production and delivery of energy and related services to such consumers.

Manufacturers

Those that provide the equipment, software and communications gear and solutions for the safe and efficient generation, delivery and utilization of energy.

Service Providers & System

Administrators

Those that provide services in the energy industry including the independent

operation/ management of transmission or distribution systems.

SDOs & Consortia

Those that develop and communicate broad industry positions, technologies and standards. Asset Owners 16% Consumer, Policy, Govt 15% Manufacturers 16% SDOs & Consortia

21% Service Providers &

Sys Admin 32%

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The Smart Grid Interoperability Panel (SGIP) invites you to

be a sponsor of the Annual Conference in New Orleans,

Louisiana, November 3-5, 2015

in grid modernization.

THIS YEAR…

The theme for the 2015 Annual Conference is “Advancing through Collaboration,” reflecting the critical need for interoperability and knowledge-sharing to accomplish the objectives of modernizing our power grid.

Based on past attendance, we are expecting a distinguished audience of approximately 300+ participants, including utilities, service

providers, and energy industry echo system market participants. Typical titles our attendees hold include President, Chief Executive Officer, Vice President, Director and Managing Director.

Our attendees appreciate the shared experience and sense of

community the conference fosters, and our sponsors are a vital part of making it happen. Please consider lending your support with one of the following sponsorship packages.

REASONS AND BENEFITS TO SPONSOR AND ATTEND

THE SGIP 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE

1. BUSINESS CONNECTIONS: Our venue and size allow for face-to-face meetings with the right people to create long-lasting and mutually beneficial relationships.

2. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES: Sponsors will have numerous ways to personally interact with attendees during conference.

3. GAIN NEW INDUSTRY INSIGHT by attending keynote and session speaker presentations throughout the event.

4. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS: Sponsoring at SGIP’s conference is a great opportunity to promote your organization and unveil your company’s latest innovation or discovery.

What to Expect

at the SGIP 2015

Annual Conference

• 3 days of thought-provoking presentations and meetings. • Monday Evening VIP Reception

for Speakers and Sponsors • Dynamic Keynote Panels to

begin Each Day of sessions • Opening Plenary Symposium • Post-Conference Member

Meetings open to all – take a deep dive into SGIP

• 60+ Speakers

• Evening Gala Reception • Plenty of networking

opportunities throughout the event!

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DIAMOND SPONSOR-

$20,000

1 AVAILABLE – EXCLUSIVE

• Receives billing next to SGIP on all conference promotions and materials, in print and online • Logo recognition on all on-site Conference signage • Logo, link and 300-word description on website • High logo placement on Conference Mobile App • Four complimentary full conference registrations • Four invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception

for Speakers and Sponsors

• Acknowledgement slide in general conference plenary Sessions

• Featured sponsor of an email promotion blast announcing Conference details

• Social Media recognition of your

conference sponsorship on Twitter – before, during and after event

• Post-Event recognition in all post-event marketing communications

• Hosted meeting space with signage, marketing materials and promos

PLATINUM SPONSOR-

$15,000

1 AVAILABLE – EXCLUSIVE

• Receives hosted meeting space and top billing on all conference promotions and materials, in print and online

• Logo recognition on all on-site Conference signage • Logo, link and 300-word description on website • High logo placement on Conference Mobile App • Four full complimentary conference registrations • Four invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception

for Speakers and Sponsors

• Acknowledgement slide in general conference plenary Sessions

• Social Media recognition of your

GOLD SPONSOR-

$10,000

NON-EXCLUSIVE (LIMIT 4)

• Receives second-tier billing on all conference promotions and materials, in print and online • Logo recognition on all on-site Conference signage • Logo, link and 250-word description on website • High logo placement on Conference Mobile App • Two complimentary full conference registrations • Two invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for

Speakers and Sponsors

• Acknowledgement slide in general Conference Sessions • Social Media recognition of your

• Receives hosted meeting space with signage, marketing materials and promos

SILVER SPONSOR-

$5,000

NON-EXCLUSIVE (LIMIT 8)

• Logo recognition on all on-site Conference signage • Logo, link and 150-word description on website • Logo recognition on Conference Mobile App • One complimentary full conference registration • Invitation to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for

Speakers and Sponsors

• Acknowledgement slide in general Conference Sessions • Post-Event recognition in all post-event marketing

communications

HOST

UTILITY SPONSORSHIP–

EXCLUSIVE

• Receives Two complimentary full conference Passes

• Receives two invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for Speakers and Sponsors

• Receives billing next to SGIP on all conference promotions and materials, in print and online

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and the opportunity to provide literature or promotional item in registration bag for attendees.

SPEAKER RECEPTION COSPONSOR

-$7,000

; 2 AVAILABLE

Being held Monday evening for speakers, sponsors and other VIPs to mingle and make introductions as the unofficial kickoff event. Evening will include a taste and touch of New Orleans.

• Opportunity to make opening remarks at event • Opportunity to provide branded promotional

products to guests

• Logo recognition on reception invitation and signage

• Logo and link within online Conference schedule • Recognition as Event Sponsor in various media

engagements as deemed appropriate by SGIP

EVENING GALA Dinner and Reception

SPONSOR -

$6,000

; 5 AVAILABLE

Planned for Tuesday evening for all to mingle and network over dinner and entertainment.

• Acknowledged at dinner

• Opportunity to provide branded promotional products to gala guests

• Logo recognition on event signage

CEO VENDOR KEYNOTE SPONSOR

-$4,000

2 AVAILABLE –Tuesday or Wednesday

• Opportunity to address the lunch crowd

• Provide branded promotional literature/products at each table

• Logo recognition as keynote at both lunches on signage

• Logo and link within online Conference schedule • Recognition as Sponsor in various media

LUNCH SPONSOR -

$3,000

6 AVAILABLE

Great visibility to conference attendees with your brand displayed at the lunch buffet.

• Logo and link within online Conference schedule • Logo recognition on signage at station

• Recognition as Sponsor in various media engagements as deemed appropriate by SGIP

REFRESHMENT BREAK SPONSOR

-$3,000

;

6 AVAILABLE

Gain exclusive access to attendees as they network, sip coffee, snack and reflect on the sessions they just attended. Your logo will be exclusively displayed on table signage during the breaks.

• Logo recognition at all breaks on signage

• Logo and link within online Conference schedule • Logo recognition on signage at station

NETWORKING RECEPTION SPONSOR

-$3,500;

3 AVAILABLE

Planned for Wednesday evening between sessions and will include heavy hors d’ oeuvres.

• Acknowledged at reception

• Opportunity to provide branded promotional products to networking guests

• Logo recognition on signage at station

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BREAKFAST SPONSOR -

$2,000

6 AVAILABLE

Start the day off right with your brand displayed at the morning breakfast buffet. Be the first in the eyes and on the minds of the conference attendees.

• Logo and link within online Conference schedule • Signage at station

SPEAKER ROOM SPONSOR -

$4,000

1 AVAILABLE - EXCLUSIVE

• Logo recognition on room signage

• Logo and link within online Conference details

EXCLUSIVE LANYARD SPONSOR -

$3,500

1 AVAILABLE - EXCLUSIVE

Every attendee is required to wear a name badge throughout the Conference and lanyards are a great way to enhance your brand and increase your corporate visibility! This is an excellent opportunity to ensure that your company's name will literally be in front of every attendee.

• Sponsor's logo will appear lanyard

REGISTRATION BAG SPONSOR -

$3,500

1 AVAILABLE - EXCLUSIVE

A great way to enhance your brand and increase your corporate visibility.

• Sponsor's logo will appear on product

MOBILE APP SPONSOR -

$2,500

4 AVAILABLE

• First Logo recognition on Conference Mobile App • Logo recognition on signage

• Recognition as Mobile App Sponsor in various media engagements as deemed appropriate by SGIP

NIGHT CAP SPONSOR -

$2,000

2 AVAILABLE

After the Gala, a chance to relax with colleagues over scotch, port or other after dinner drink.

• Logo recognition on room signage

CHARGING STATION SPONSOR -

$2,500

4 AVAILABLE

Many attendees carry multiple devices -- smartphones, tablets and laptops -- all of which need precious juice to keep working. High visibility signage opportunity on such a well-used resource.

• Logo recognition on station signage

• Logo and link within online Conference details

PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY:

REGISTRATION INSERT

- $300

Insert a branded piece of literature or other keepsake into each registration kit for attendees.