SWCC Expo Phoenix sponsorship_2017

OCTOBER 13-14 | PHOENIX | ARIZONA

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

EDUCATE. ENGAGE. EMPOWER.

The Cannabis Industry of Tomorrow

SWCCEXPO.COM

JOIN ME FOR THE THIRD ANNUAL PROFESSIONAL
EDUCATIONAL MEDICAL CANNABIS CONFERENCE
IN THE SOUTHWEST.

The 3rd Annual Southwest Cannabis Conference and Expo Expo will create a highly professional environment where the
sponsored by Weedmaps, Phoenix New Times and ____________ outlines for the future of cannabis will take shape.
(could be your company) that will host the most exciting
professional and educational medical cannabis conference Going onto our 3rd year, the conference and expo will
the Southwest United States Cannabis industry for the third showcase the best of the best! This will include seminars from
year in a row. top industry leaders, and an exhibit hall filled with businesses
showcasing industry related products and services.
A business-to-business and emerging event bringing
together experts from the local, regional and national I personally look forward to your participation in this
cannabis industry to network and share the latest industry groundbreaking event. Come take a look at the future.
information. SWCC Expo is an event where individuals
interested in the industry can learn more from these industry
experts.

SWCC Expo continues to be an electric environment for David Fowler
industry members, entrepreneurs, local leaders, companies, Executive Director SWCC Expo
job seekers and curious individuals to come learn about (602) 790-8876
the rapidly expanding cannabis industry and our changing [email protected]
culture. This years convention will focus on the changes
coming to Arizona in 2018.

Attendees will hear from speakers there to educate and
inspire, not just showcase, their businesses. As always SWCC

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THE TOP

WAYS THE SWCC EXPO
IS BREAKING THE MOLD.

The SWCC Expo exhibits the industry’s leading innovative products, seminars, and
speakers. All attendees enjoy product demonstrations, giveaways, awards and more.

SWCC Expo’s electric environment connects industry innovators and leaders with
vendors, sponsors, and attendees. Sparking real relationships, change and results for
your business.

1. Arizona is at the MMJ Front-lines 6. SWCC Expo Cannabis Model

Arizona is a 400 million dollar a year medical marijuana market. SWCC Expo is the standard with a modal for MJ and MMJ
Arizona will vote again on adult use in 2018 and 2020. The conferences. Brining together people who share common
battle for legalization will eventually be won. Don’t be left out. interests is our only goal. Redefining the conference
experience into something with results you can feel.
2. Over 120,000 Arizona Patients Invited
7. VIP Networking Lounge
The patient database has grown to 120,000. This number is
sure to grow with pending legislative reforms to the medical SWCC EXPO has created a unique model for companies to
marijuana act. sponsors networking lounges specific to their space.

3. Free for All Elected Arizona Officials 8. ProAthletes ProCannabis Event

SWCC EXPO takes pride in giving free admission to the policy Hear from professional athletes directly on how cannabis has
makers and regulators that develop our industry. Courtesy of helped and impacted them.
Policy Quake.
9. Interactive Panelist Discussions
4. Free for All Dispensary Owners
All panel discussions will be led by industry expert moderators
Free to all dispensary owners, all license dispensaries from - national level speakers and beyond.
across the United States and internationally will be given free
admission. Courtesy of Weedmaps. 10. All of Arizona

5. Free for All Tribal Leaders This is the one event that every single member of the Arizona
cannabis industry and community attends every year with
All 300 tribes will be given admission to come discuss and over 3,000 employees, 120,000 patients and countless others
network and learn how the emerging medical marijuana who are looking at this emerging market. The opportunity to
industry might impact them. Courtesy of NICC. develop your brand and network, and your company could not
be better Be sure you are.

Please ask us about special sponsorship opportunities for Phoenix.

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THE VENUE

The Phoenix Convention Center Images courtesy of The Phoenix Convention Center

The Arizona-inspired architecture of the Phoenix Convention 4
Center is designed to share the wonders of our Southwestern
culture, stimulate the imagination, and welcome guests to 2017 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
this premier meeting destination at the center of it all –
downtown Phoenix.

The Sonoran Desert’s natural environment, history and culture
were the inspiration for the facility’s design. Thousands of
images of Arizona from cultural, historic and geographic points
of view are combined with indigenous materials, stones and
native metals to form our unique design concepts.

SWCC Expo will be using the facility’s cutting-edge audio-
visual, telecommunications and information technology
services for presentations, and to provide interactive
programs around the exhibit floor to enhance your conference
experience!

Phoenix Convention Center
South Building
33 South 3rd Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85004

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Our exhibit and sponsorship opportunities allow you to choose the packages that best showcase and promote your organization’s
unique strengths. Your story will come alive through unparalleled interactivity and personal, meaningful one-on-one networking.
Custom sponsorships are also available and can be tailored to your organization’s marketing goals and budget.

Type TITLE SPONSOR
Sponsorship
What You Get $30,000

Connect your brand with our audience through your own content. Possibilities
could include:

• Corporate logo in all advertising before and during the conference
• Corporate logo on Southwest Cannabis Convention promotional material
• Designated “Title Sponsor” area directly upon entrance to Expo floor
• Prime booth location by entrance for highest visibility
• “Title Sponsor” signage on all materials
• Corporate logo on all day-of-conference printed materials
• Corporate logo on fliers, promotional material and all media materials
• Featured recognition during convention audio announcements throughout the

event
• 10 Full-Access event passes
• Access to all the class rooms and speakers
• Featured “Title Sponsor” on SWCCExpo.com before and 3 months after the

conference
• Marijuana Recipes Cooking section
• 2-Page spread ad in brochure - See artwork requirements for details.

Free Event Passes 10
Booth Size 30x50
Availability Limited to 1

NOTE: Booth locations within sponsorship packages will be assigned at time of payment. Therefore, we encourage early registration and
payment in order to secure the best location for your company.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (CONT.)

Type PLATINUM SPONSOR
Sponsorship
What You Get $20,000

Free Event Passes Connect your brand with our audience through your own content. Possibilities
Booth Size could include:
Availability
• Corporate logo in all advertising before and during the conference
• Corporate logo on Southwest Cannabis Convention promotional materials
• Prime booth location by entrance of expo for highest visibility
• Company name listed on convention website
• Company name listed on fliers distributed throughout the community
• Company name listed in all advertising and printed materials during the fair
• Preferential table placement
• “Platinum Sponsor” signage
• Featured recognition during the convention through audio announcements
• 10 Full-Access event passes
• Featured sponsor on SWCCExpo.com before and 3 months after the conference
• Access to all class room speakers
• Full page ad in SWCC Expo brochure - See artwork requirements for details.
• Platinum Sponsors designated 1 meeting room

10

20x30

Limited to 3

NOTE: Booth locations within sponsorship packages will be assigned at time of payment. Therefore, we encourage early registration and
payment in order to secure the best location for your company.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (CONT.)

Type GOLD SPONSOR
Sponsorship
What You Get $15,000

Free Event Passes Connect your brand with our audience through your own content. Possibilities
Booth Size could include:
Availability
• Company name listed on convention web site
• Company name listed in all advertising and printed materials during the expo
• Company name listed on all materials before and during the show
• Preferential table placement
• “Gold Sponsor” signage
• Audio announcements throughout the event
• Access to all class room speakers
• 8 Full Access event passes
• Featured on SWCCExpo.com before and 3 months after the conference
• Full page ad in SWCC Expo brochure - See artwork requirements for details.

8

10x20

Limited to 7

NOTE: Booth locations within sponsorship packages will be assigned at time of payment. Therefore, we encourage early registration and
payment in order to secure the best location for your company.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (CONT.)

Type SILVER SPONSOR
Sponsorship
What You Get $10,000

Free Event Passes Connect your brand with our audience through your own content. Possibilities
Booth Size could include:
Availability
• Company name listed on convention website
• Company name listed in all advertising and printed materials during the fair
• “Silver Sponsorship” signage
• 6 Full Access event passes
• 10x10 Booth
• Featured on SWCCExpo.com before and 3 months after the conference
• 1/2 page ad in SWCC Expo brochure - See artwork requirements for details.

6

10x10

Limited to 9

NOTE: Booth locations within sponsorship packages will be assigned at time of payment. Therefore, we encourage early registration and
payment in order to secure the best location for your company.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (CONT.)

Type BRONZE SPONSOR
Sponsorship
What You Get $5,000

Connect your brand with our audience through your own content. Possibilities
could include:

• Company name listed on convention website
• Company name listed in all advertising and printed materials during the fair
• “Bronze Sponsorship” signage
• 4 Full Access event passes
• Featured on SWCCExpo.com before and 3 months after the conference
• 1/2 page ad in SWCC Expo brochure - See artwork requirements for details.

Free Event Passes 4

Booth Size 10x10

Availability Limited to 11

NOTE: Booth locations within sponsorship packages will be assigned at time of payment. Therefore, we encourage early registration and
payment in order to secure the best location for your company.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES (CONT.)

Type STANDARD BOOTH
Sponsorship
What You Get $1,500

Connect your brand with our audience through your own content. Possibilities
could include:

• Company listed on SWCCExpo.com before and after the conference
• Company name listed in all advertising and printed materials during the fair
• Basic table and chairs with (4) event passes
• 1/4 page ad in SWCC Expo brochure - See artwork requirements for details.

Free Event Passes 4
Booth Size 10x10
Availability
80

NOTE: Booth locations within sponsorship packages will be assigned at time of payment. Therefore, we encourage early registration and
payment in order to secure the best location for your company.

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ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Type VIP NETWORKING LOUNGE SPONSOR $10,000
Description
A designated area next to concessions to host a networking area for industry leaders
Type to socialize and share creative thoughts.
Description
LABELED AISLE CEILING BANNERS $10,000 /each
Type
Description Two 6x12 foot banners hanging from the ceiling on each end of your aisle with your
Type logo and booth number.
Description
Type LANYARD SPONSOR $5,000
Description
Type Each event attendee will receive wear your logo around their neck!
Description
Type TOTE BAG SPONSOR $5,000
Description
Type Each event attendee your logo branded tote bag when entering the event!
Description
Type PILLAR WRAP SPONSOR (8 available) $2,000 /each
Description
Your logo will be wrapped around two conference floor pillars. Call for details.

KIDSZONE SPONSOR $5,000

Bounce Houses, Coloring Contest, Face-Painting, Giveaways and More age 0-17.

VETERAN RALLY $20,000

Special entry for Veterans and their Spouces for the entire event. Call for details.

PAPC EVENT (Friday October 13th) $20,000

An exclusive after party for vendors and attendees to enjoy. Details of venue TBD.

AFTER PARTY SPONSOR (Day 2) $20,000

An exclusive after party for all vendors and attendees to enjoy. Details of venue TBD.

Please ask us about special sponsorship opportunities for Phoenix.

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SHOW & EXHIBIT SPACE INFORMATION

Exhibit Halls F and G: The SWCC Expo Trade Show will take show management has sole discretion to require any displays
place in Expo Halls F and G. These rooms have ample lighting to be lowered at any time during the show move-in or during
and tall ceilings. All booth spaces will be provided with 8 foot the show.
high, black, back and side drapes. Please note, absolutely
NOTHING is to be attached to the building walls or ceilings. Swag / Demonstrations: Feel free to distribute swag or
Driving nails, tacks, staples or the use of tape on the building’s samples, but please note NOTHING WITH CANNABIS OR
walls or ceilings is NOT permitted. Only freestanding displays THC MAY BE SOLD, DISTRIBUTED OR CONSUMED ON
are allowed. Any damages must be paid by Exhibitor prior to SHOW SITE. Please do provide product demonstrations,
move-out. provide samples and have fun within the Phoenix Convention
Center guidelines.
Standard Booth: A standard booth is one 10’ (width) x 10’
• This contract is between the Primary Account Holder and
(depth) booth. All standard booths will be restricted to a SWCC Expo. Any other stand alone companies looking
maximum height of 8’. Only freestanding displays are allowed. to show within your booth space MUST pay the $500
booth share fee.
Primary Account Holder: The person or company that
contracts to rent a booth at the SWCC Expo Trade Show.

Booth Share Fees: a. $500 for each additional company • A $100 fee will be applied to each additional brands or
showing out of the Primary Account Holder’s booth space. labels showing under a company in your booth space.
b. $100 for each additional brand or label shown within a
contracted booth space. The agreement between SWCC • If show staff finds any other companies, brands, or
Expo Trade Show and the Primary Account Holder allows labels being represented, other than those specified on
for one (1) company, brand, or label to be shown within the your contract, fees will be applied accordingly.
contracted booth space. The fees will cover the processing
of each additional company, brand, or labels inclusion within • A deposit of $1,000 per 10’ (width) x10’ (depth) booth is
all marketing materials. (ie: website listings, show directory due upon signing, and shall accompany the contract.
listings, logo inclusion as Show participant, and marketing
materials where applicable.) • Send us your logo and a two sentence blurb about
your company and/or product, so we can use on applicable
End Booth / Corner Booth: An end booth is a standard booth marketing materials.
bordered by aisles or openings on two sides. An end booth
display will be restricted to a maximum height of 8’ at the back • There is a limit of 4 FULL ACCESS CONFERENCE PASSES
and sides (unless otherwise approved by management). Only per 10’x10’ booth. Each additional badge is $50.
freestanding displays are allowed. End or corner booths are an
additional $500 per booth. • Upon vendor check-in, the Primary Account Holder will
be required to keep a credit card on file for any
Booth Height: Exhibitors may extend the height of their outstanding balance due.
exhibit up to 12’ in height. If an extension or increase of height
is needed, please note the following: (1) graphics/signs are
limited to company name/logo (no sample sale signs, discounts,
show specials, etc.); (2) the exhibit must be a professionally
constructed display and does not present a safety hazard; (3)
all sides of the additional height must be finished and back
side cannot include company name/product, etc. or anything
that would interfere with neighboring exhibits; (4) a maximum
of 12’ will be allowed for a booth build, signage, etc. and no
product will be allowed above 9’; (5) detailed photos and/
or plans must be submitted to show management (for their
review and approval) upon signing of the show contract; (6)

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2017 SPONSORSHIP AD SPECS

PLEASE REVIEW THE AD REQUIREMENTS FOR YOUR SPONSORSHIP PACKAGE LEVEL.

SEND ALL GRAPHICS TO [email protected]

SWCCExpo.com

AD SPECS & REQUIREMENTS - TITLE SPONSOR

Bleed

TWO PAGE AD

Document Size: 11.25 x 8.75”
Final Trim: 11 x 8.5”
Live Area: 10.5 x 8”
Bleed: .125”

Title Sponsor Two Page Ad Not Acceptable File Types

Doc w/Bleed: 11.25 x 8.75” gif, png, or native design files such as indd or quark
Final Trim: 11 x 8.5”
Live Area: 10.5 x 8” Ink Specifications

4/c Process

File Name Image Resolutions

Please Include your company name and sponsorship 300 dpi at 100%. Lineart: 600 dpi at 100%
level in your file name. Example: “SWCCExpo_Gold.pdf”
Note: Any non-process colors are included in the file will be
Acceptable File Types converted to CMYK. Conversion process may compromise the
integrity of the file and waives our color guarantee.
jpg, pdf, ai, eps, or tiff

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AD SPECS & REQUIREMENTS - PLATINUM & GOLD

Platinum & Gold Sponsor Full Page Ad

Doc w/Bleed: 5.75 x 8.75”
Final Trim: 5.5 x 8.5”
Live Area: 5 x 8.5”

Bleed File Name

FULL PAGE AD Please Include your company name and sponsorship level in
your file name. Example: “SWCCExpo_Gold.pdf”
Document Size: 5.75 x 8.75”
Live Area: 5 x 7.75” Acceptable File Types
Bleed: .125”
jpg, pdf, ai, eps, or tiff

Not Acceptable File Types

gif, png, or native design files such as indd or quark

Ink Specifications

4/c Process

Image Resolutions

300 dpi at 100%. Lineart: 600 dpi at 100%

Note: Any non-process colors are included in the file will be converted to
CMYK. Conversion process may compromise the integrity of the file and
waives our color guarantee.

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AD SPECS & REQUIREMENTS - SILVER & BRONZE

HALF (1/2) PAGE AD Silver & Bronze Sponsor Half Page Ad

Document Size: 5 x 3.8125” Document Size: 5 x 3.8125”
No Bleed
File Name

Please Include your company name and sponsorship level in
your file name. Example: “SWCCExpo_Gold.pdf”

Acceptable File Types

jpg, pdf, ai, eps, or tiff

Not Acceptable File Types

gif, png, or native design files such as indd or quark

Ink Specifications

4/c Process

Image Resolutions

300 dpi at 100%. Lineart: 600 dpi at 100%

Note: Any non-process colors are included in the file will be converted to
CMYK. Conversion process may compromise the integrity of the file and
waives our color guarantee.

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AD SPECS & REQUIREMENTS - STANDARD

QUARTER (1/4) PAGE AD Standard Sponsor Quarter Page Ad

Document Size: 2.4375 x 3.8125” Document Size: 2.4375 x 3.8125”
No Bleed
File Name

Please Include your company name and sponsorship level in
your file name. Example: “SWCCExpo_Gold.pdf”

Acceptable File Types

jpg, pdf, ai, eps, or tiff

Not Acceptable File Types

gif, png, or native design files such as indd or quark

Ink Specifications

4/c Process

Image Resolutions

300 dpi at 100%. Lineart: 600 dpi at 100%

Note: Any non-process colors are included in the file will be converted to
CMYK. Conversion process may compromise the integrity of the file and
waives our color guarantee.

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CONTACT

For more sponsorship information,
please contact:

Demitri Downing
(520) 909-4334
[email protected]

David Folwer
(602) 790-8876
[email protected]

Danielle Sedgwick
(602) 451-2647

[email protected]

Artwork/Graphics
[email protected]

Southwest Cannabis Conference & Expo
1-877-775-1568

8485 East McDonald Drive Suite 300
Scottsdale, Arizona 85250
SWCCExpo.com