Sponsorship opportunities 21 st September 2016 Dubai, UAE
Be part of the biggest event dedicated to Investor Relations Professionals in the Middle East 2015 sponsors feedback Thank you very much for all your leadership, dedication and efforts to end-up with such a very well organized and successful event. Congratulations for a job very well done. FGB Silver Sponsor Congratulations to MEIRS for the good work and achievement of the Society this year. Please be re-assured of Almarai s continuous support for 2016. Almarai Silver Sponsor Thank you and congratulations for organizing a fantastic event. NBAD Strategic Partner DFM is happy to support the MEIRS in their mission to promote the IR industry. Dubai Financial Market Supporter
2015 Conference summary 100% of attendees would recommend the event 94% thinks the event is useful for their professional growth 2015 delegates Stock Exchanges, 5% Investors, 10% Media, 3% Others, 4% Companies, 45% Sponsors and third parties, 33%
About the event The Annual Conference and Awards Night is the Middle East Investor Relation Society's flagship event. The Conference, held in Dubai, brings together listed and unlisted firms, family offices, investors, analysts, advisors, participants of the buy and sell side communities, and representatives from regional governments, exchanges and regulatory bodies. The aim of the conference is to educate all market participants about the importance of IR, to encourage dialogue and support the implementation of best practices, whilst providing members with a networking platform. The 2016 IR Awards Night will see top leaders in the region awarded for the quality of their work. The Awards, which recognise excellence in individual and team investor relations is divided in 3 main categories: IR Best Practice, Best Annual Report, Best IR website. Format of the Conference: Conference: 9.00am to 4.00pm in the Diamond Ball Room of The Address Dubai Mall Guests: 250 guests Format of the Awards Night: Evening networking reception: 7.00pm to 8.00pm in the Foyer Area of The Address Dubai Mall Awards dinner: 8.00pm to 10.00pm in the Diamond Ball Room of The Address Dubai Mall Guests: 150 guests Invitation only
Why sponsor the Annual Conference and Awards Night? Showcase your products and services Showcase your products and services to your target audience on stands and booths throughout the day, present latest trends and tools dedicated to Investor Relations professionals. IROs, CFOs, Finance Executives, Board Secretaries, Communication Officers, Compliance Officers from top GCC listed companies will attend the Conference. Connect with your target audience The Middle East Investor Relations Conference is the largest Investor Relations event in the Middle East, gathering Investor Relations Officers and professionals from the entire region. Brand exposure Maximise your visibility to your key target market, align your brand with cutting edge Investor Relations developments. Build brand awareness among key decision makers and access to a broad network of industry partners from the government departments and the private sector and publicly listed companies. Send the right signal Send a signal to the investment community that your entity is committed to the implementation of Investor Relations best practices, greater transparency and improved market communications. Whether you are a Stock Exchange, a local brand, a service provider, show your stakeholders that you are committed to improve best practice in the Middle East.
The 2016 Conference is going digital only! Your advertising opportunities The splash screen For Platinum sponsor only Unmissable full-screen ad, displayed when event is opened The banner ads For Gold sponsors only Your ad is placed on the main screen for ultimate visibility The sponsors listing Additional exposure for your company brand through listings Expanded profiles including photos, brochures, and other marketing materials (Gold sponsors only) The SocialWall The SocialWall encourages attendees to post to their social networks, further promoting the event You will get extra attention on an epic scale
Conference Sponsorship (excluding Awards Night) Description Platinum (1 only) Gold Silver Bronze US$25,000 US$15,000 US$5,000 US$2,500 Including 2016-2017 Annual Partnership package (worth US$15,000) a Free tickets for your entire staff (worth $499/individual) * a a a a Company logo on all Conference promotion materials (mail, flyers) a a Company logo on Annual Conference website/app a a a a Company profile + contact details on Annual Conference website+app a a Splash Screen on Conference app a Banner ads on Conference app a a Announcement to members via social media channels a a Opportunity to provide promotional gifts and brochure in the welcome bag a a a Exhibition opportunities during Conference Booth in prime location Booth Stand Your promotional roll-up banners inside the ballroom a a Sponsored table [the event is free seating your logo will be displayed on the center piece] 2, 1 st row 1, 1 st and 2 nd row 1 1 Banner advertising on MEIRS website 2 months 2 month 1 month Opportunity to present Awards at the Awards Ceremony (evening event) 2 Awards 1 Award Discount for returning sponsors 15% 10% 10% 5% *: Entrance fee of $499 applicable to non-members service providers only Details: Conference: 9.00am to 4.00pm in the Diamond Ball Room of The Address Dubai Mall Guests: 250 guests Content: Keynotes, panel discussions and case studies Target audience: MEIRS members and partners, listed and private companies, IR professionals, finance professionals, investors, stock exchanges, regulators Networking opportunities at exhibitors booths and stands, or during coffee breaks and lunch
Awards Night Sponsorship Evening Reception and Awards Gala Dinner sponsorship (US$15,000) 1 opportunity only Opportunity for one of your representative to address the audience before the Awards Ceremony to present your company, for a maximum of 5 minutes. Videos, photos and dynamic presentations allowed. Opportunity to present 5 Awards of your choice during the Ceremony. Opportunity to display your banners and products in front of the Diamond Ball Room during the Evening Reception (exclusivity), and in the Diamond Ball Room during the Awards Gala Dinner (to be shared with Awards providers). Opportunity to have 2 reserved VIP tables, front row, to invite your clients, prospects and team members. Opportunity to have input into entertainment and decoration of the Diamond Ball Room. Opportunity to give guests a gift or provide a table piece. 1 splash screen on the Conference app Details of Awards Night: Evening networking reception: 7.00pm to 8.00pm in front of the Diamond Ball Room cocktails and canapes will be served Awards Gala Dinner: 8.00pm to 10.00pm in the Diamond Ball Room of The Address Dubai Mall Awards Ceremony: During the dinner Guests: 150 guests Target audience: MEIRS Board members, MEIRS members and nominees for the Awards Networking opportunities during the evening reception and the dinner
Sponsors already confirmed as of 1-June-2016 Platinum 1 opportunity Awards night 1 opportunity Gold Silver Bronze Breakfast partner Media
Venue The Address Dubai Mall is a statement in style. Elegant and chic, this glamorous hotel offers guests a unique blend of traditional Arab hospitality in the most contemporary and cosmopolitan environment. Located at the heart of trendy Downtown Dubai, overlooking the world s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa, and attached to the Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping and entertainment destinations in the world, The Address Dubai Mall is always in vogue. With 244 signature rooms and suites offering three upbeat restaurants and lounges, a luxurious spa and wellness facilities and convenient business amenities, The Address Dubai Mall offers a quintessential luxurious experience. Whether you are in Dubai for a relaxing holiday, a fabulous fashion fix, bespoke event, or business, the red carpet awaits you at The Address Dubai Mall. P.O. Box 31166, Dubai, UAE GPS Location: 25.199777,55.27732 T: + 971 4 438 8888 E: stay@theaddress.com To reserve, please email stay@theaddress.com or book directly online at www.theaddress.com quoting the group code 150916MIDD (Single Occupancy AED 1,100; Double Occupancy AED 1,200)
Contact Us Have an enquiry about sponsorship? CLEMENCE PIOT General Manager T. +971 56 136 4661 E. cpiot@me-irsociety.com Have a media enquiry? ANCA CIGHI H+K Financial T. +971 50 655 9530 E. Anca.Cighi@hkstrategies.com Have a general enquiry? Please contact one of our representatives CLEMENCE PIOT General Manager T. +971 56 136 4661 E. cpiot@me-irsociety.com SOFIA EL BOURY Chair of the Conference Committee T. +971 2 692 0690 E. sofia.elboury@fgb.ae ALEX MacDONALD VITALE Chairman T. +971 55 673 4252 E. alex.mv@me-irsociety.com Visit our website Register meirsconference2016.eventbrite.com Follow us @meirsociety Middle East Investor Relations Society