Introducing the Royal Agricultural Society of the Commonwealth (RASC) Sponsorship proposal 2  Founded in 1957 by Patron, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh KG KT, and 12 international Agricultural Societies at the Royal Norfolk Show.  The RASC is the voice of agriculture in the Commonwealth – Patron: HRH The Duke of Edinburgh KG KT – President: HRH The Princess Royal – Deputy President: David Thomas – Chairman of the Board: The Rt Hon Lord Vestey DL.  THE RASC is a classic Civil Society representing agriculture showing what groups and individuals can do together, voluntarily, for the good of everyone.

About the RASC Conference: October 2014 Sponsorship proposal 3  Held every two years, the conference brings delegates from the confederation of 48 show societies across 21 countries.  In 2014, the RNA is proud to be hosting the conference and represents a terrific opportunity to showcase Brisbane, Southeast Queensland, the Royal Queensland Show (Ekka) and our agricultural industry.  The conference is designed to provide delegates with: – An opportunity to engage with leading members of Queensland’s agricultural sectors; – Showcase its finest produce; – Reflect our diverse industry portfolio and landscape; and – Stimulate a knowledge exchange between societies by developing strong community relations and new lines of business which secure longevity.

Conference theme & program Sponsorship proposal 4  The theme for the 2014 conference is based on the Sustainability of Agricultural Shows.  The conference aim is to highlight Australian agricultural innovation and practice; sustainability of royal show societies; urbanisation; and engagement of a changing market audience.  A pre-conference tour is being arranged for delegates to experience firsthand the various aspects of rural Queensland. – It is anticipated that there will be guests who participate in this pre-conference tour.

Attendance Sponsorship proposal 5  250 – 300 delegates from 21 different countries are expected to attend the 2014 conference  Included in the delegate mix will be a number of CEO’s, Board and Council members, as well as Show Society members and representatives from all areas of the commonwealth  It is estimated that more than 50 of these delegates will be Next Generation members

The Next Generation (NG) Sponsorship proposal 6  The RASC has encouraged the involvement of youth in its activities for many years and since the 2004 conference, the concept of the ‘RASC Next Generation’ was formed, and has since flourished.  The Next Generation Strategic Intentions are to: – Develop an international network and support system that will foster the collaboration and exchange of ideas between the NG delegation – Advocate NG leadership within the RASC and its member societies – Support the RASC in achieving its own aims and objectives – Achieve tangible and measurable results within the commonwealth countries  From sponsorship, a number of bursaries will be made to assist a number of Next Generation members to attend the conference

Sponsorship opportunities Sponsorship proposal 7  The following pages detail the sponsorship packages available for the 2014 RASC Conference.  Please note that all packages and benefits within them can be tailored to meet your organisations objectives.  Opportunities available include: – Platinum Sponsor, includes naming rights (p8) Investment $100,000 + GST – Gold Sponsor (p11) Investment $50,000 + GST – Silver Sponsor (p13) Investment $30,000 + GST – Bronze Sponsor (p15) Investment $10,000 + GST – Other opportunities (p17)

Platinum sponsor: $100,000 + GST Sponsorship proposal 8 Special opportunities  Two (2) x guests to attend a small private dinner with HRH The Princess Royal, President of the RASC  Two (2) x seats at the head table for the Gala Dinner with HRH The Princess Royal  Opportunity to chair and give a five (5) minute presentation during a plenary session Naming rights  Naming rights to the conference, to be referenced as “The RASC presents the OrganisationName 26 th Commonwealth Agricultural Conference and Tour”  Naming rights will be recognised and referenced across all marketing material and collateral

Platinum sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 9 Corporate networking and client entertaining  Five (5) x complimentary registrations including all catering, conference sessions and social functions (Valued at $5,250)  Additional five (5) x tickets to the ‘Great Australian BBQ’ (Valued at $375)  Additional five (5) x tickets to the Gala Dinner (Valued at $875) Delegate list  You will be supplied with an electronic delegate contact list, prior to the conference to target meetings Logo recognition  Organisation’s logo in the registration brochure  Organisation’s logo in the program booklet  Logo on all press releases  Logo on conference satchel

Platinum sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 10 Signage  Opportunity to provide four (4) x pull up banners, two (2) for display at registration and two (2) for display in the plenary room Website and media  Organisations logo on the RASC website and RASC Conference webpage with links to your website  Opportunity to post a 300 word article on the RASC website and RASC Conference webpage Trade exhibition (optional) (Valued at $4,900)  Double (2) 3m x 3m booth including shell scheme, fascia signage, 2 x spotlights and 1 x power point  Two (2) exhibitor registrations including catering and plenary sessions

Platinum sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 11 Audio Visual  Audio visual recognition in the plenary room Marketing and Advertising (sponsor supplied)  One (1) x full page, full colour advertisement in program booklet  One (1) x handout/ product included in the conference pack  Opportunity to supply branded merchandise for each guest at the ‘Great Australian BBQ’  Opportunity to supply a 500 word article for the RASC newsletter

Gold sponsor: $50,000 + GST Sponsorship proposal 12 Special opportunities  Two (2) x seats at the head table for the Gala Dinner with HRH The Princess Royal  Opportunity to chair and give a five (5) minute presentation during a plenary session Corporate networking and client entertaining  Four (4) x complimentary registrations including all catering, conference sessions and social functions (Valued at $4,200)  Additional two (2) x tickets to the ‘Great Australian BBQ’ (Valued at $150)  Additional two (2) x tickets to the Gala Dinner (Valued at $350) Logo recognition  Organisation’s logo in the registration brochure  Organisation’s logo in the program booklet

Gold sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 13 Signage  Opportunity to provide two (2) x pull up banners to be displayed in the delegate lounge Website and media  Organisations logo on the RASC website and RASC Conference webpage  Recognition in media releases Audio visual  Audio visual recognition in the plenary room Trade exhibition (Valued at $2,450)  One (1) 3m x 3m booth including shell scheme, fascia signage, 2 x spotlights and 1 x power point  One (1) x exhibitor registrations including catering and plenary sessions

Gold sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 14 Marketing and advertising (sponsor supplied)  One (1) x half page, full colour advertisement in program booklet  One (1) handout/ product included in the conference pack

Silver sponsor: $30,000 + GST Sponsorship proposal 15 Corporate networking and client entertaining  Two (2) x complimentary registrations including all catering, conference sessions and social functions (Valued at $2,100)  Additional two (2) x tickets to the ‘Great Australian BBQ’ (Valued at $150) Logo recognition  Organisation’s logo in the registration brochure  Organisation’s logo in the program booklet Signage  Opportunity to provide one (1) x pull up banner to be displayed in the delegate lounge Audio Visual  Audio visual recognition in the plenary room

Silver sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 16 Website and media  Organisations logo on the RASC website and RASC Conference webpage  Recognition in media releases Trade exhibition (Valued at $2,450)  One (1) 3m x 3m booth including shell scheme, fascia signage, 2 x spotlights and 1 x power point  One (1) x exhibitor registrations including catering and plenary sessions Marketing and advertising (sponsor supplied)  One (1) x full page, full colour advertisement in program booklet  One (1) x handout/product included in the conference pack

Bronze sponsor: $10,000 + GST Sponsorship proposal 17 Corporate networking and client entertaining  One (1) x complimentary registration including all catering, conference sessions and social functions (Valued at $1,050) Logo recognition  Organisation’s logo in the registration brochure  Organisation’s logo in the program booklet Signage  Opportunity to provide one (1) x pull up banner to be displayed in the delegate lounge Website and media  Organisations logo on the RASC website and RASC Conference webpage  Recognition in media releases

Bronze sponsor cont. Sponsorship proposal 18 Audio visual  Audio visual recognition in the plenary room Trade exhibition (Valued at $1,400)  One (1) 3m x 3m booth including shell scheme, fascia signage, 2 x spotlights and 1 x power point Marketing and advertising (sponsor supplied)  One (1) x handout/product included in the conference pack

Additional opportunities Sponsorship proposal 19 Lunch Sponsor  Investment: $3,500 + GST  Participating as the Lunch Sponsor, your organisations logo will be displayed on signs and located on all catering stations throughout the duration of the conference. Conference Exhibitor  Investment: $3,500 + GST  Exhibiting allows your organisation the opportunity to showcase your product or service and interact with conference delegates to ensure you are at the forefront of each delegates mind.  Inclusions: – 3m x 3m booth including shell scheme, fascia signage, 2 x spotlights and 1 x power point – Two (2) x complimentary registrations including all catering, conference sessions and social functions – Listing in the program and on the website

Payment & conditions Sponsorship proposal 20  All prices are listed in Australian dollars.  All payments must be made in Australian dollars.  Bank cheques, direct transfers and credit card payments will be accepted. Contact details Samantha Horton | Internal Event Coordinator T | E The Royal National Agricultural and Industrial Association of Queensland | ABN