ICA Super Conference Prospectus Sponsorship IDAHO COUNSELING ASSOCIATION (ICA) ANNUAL CONFERENCE Boise State University, Boise, ID Conference: November 16-17, 2018 Pre-Conference Trainings: November 14 & 15, 2018 Idaho Counseling Association (ICA) Potential ICA Sponsor, The need for quality education and mental health services in Idaho has never been more important than now! Idaho ranks 48th for education in the United States Idaho ranks near the bottom in funding for mental health services Idaho is identified as a state with limited service providers Idaho ranks in the Top 10 for completed and attempted suicides- adolescents and veterans The Idaho Counseling Association represents Seven Divisions of Professional Counselors: Mental Health, School Counselors, Career Development, Marriage/Military/ Family, LGBTQ and Counselor Educators/Supervisors We believe these statistics are changeable! We are asking you to partner with us in supporting Continued Education and Networking for those providing these key services for Idahoans The ICA board realized that opportunities were being missed with our current schedule of Conferences November 16-17, 2018, the Idaho Counseling Association (ICA) is partnering with the Idaho School Counseling Association (ISCA), and the other Six Divisions to bring a ‘Super’ Professional Counselor Conference to ALL Counselors in the state, knowing it takes ALL of us, working together for a better Idaho ICA has seen many changes and advancements in the mental health field in the 54 years of existence ISCA has worked diligently with School Districts, Counselors, Administrators, and Idaho Legislators to support Counselors spending 80% of their time with ALL Students to support Academics, Careers, and Social/Emotional skills ICDA has worked timelessly with the Department of Labor to support Career/Tech Education and job education ICA and its Divisions have spent the last decade conducting an annual conference to meet the needs of Counselors ICA has now embarked on a new model for these annual trainings, holding conferences in Boise, ID and transitioning to one conference to share education, visibility, professional development and growth for counselors, their clients and constituents Our theme for this year conference is “Inspiring Perseverance Across the Journey Our Conference includes: Nationally acclaimed keynote speaker Four days of education Two days (Nov 16-17) scheduled and hour pertinent interest sessions with Key Note specialists AND time allotted for Sponsorship interest and visitations We look forward to your partnership to continue the visibility, professional development and growth of the counseling profession for Idahoans Sincerely, Angela Robinson-Hellwege ICA President 2018-2019 Sponsorship Value Proposition Increase brand awareness, build business development leads and expand professional referral network Why sponsor the ICA Conference and exhibit your business with us? Key Audience The Idaho Counseling Association (ICA) Annual Conference will be the largest professional development event for mental health professionals in the state of Idaho There are currently 3,026 registered counselors and interns in Idaho and the ICA plans to continue active recruitment and education to rapidly expand the network with both new and experienced professionals Marketing Outreach More than 300 attendees are expected from state and National locations • Post-Card Direct Mailers and Brochure to 3,000+ registered counseling and intern professionals • Outreach to specialty counseling divisions • Strategic Outreach to State School Programs • Monthly E-mail Blasts online • Intensive pre-conference ramp up with emails sent 2-4 times a month in October 2018 and November 2018 Business Development Leads ICA attendees provide business development leads and an expanded referral network: mental health professionals attend from academic, community agencies, health plan, and private practice as well as other diverse sources Counseling Professional Parity and Professionalism The ICA looks to further the professional development and networking opportunities of Mental Health Professionals to continue the promotion of mental health counseling as a key component of continued client care Your sponsorship promotes this goal and links your business to the mental health counseling profession Unique Business Demonstration Demonstrate your unique products and services – tell professionals face-to-face how you can help them succeed and help support their business or clinical expertise New Networking Opportunities Reach new professionals with key messaging about your products and services Graduating mental health students are a key component of your business growth and visibility within the counseling community There will be new graduates and continuing students from four CACREP-accredited in-State university programs Network Diversity Over 20 specialty topic development sessions attracts a diverse group of professionals from across and beyond the state Consistent Local Market Brand Recognition Promote consistent name recognition and secure brand loyalty within the established Boise market Sponsor Collaboration Connect with over 20 projected sponsorship organizations and their network 10 Low Cost Professional Development and training for your Team Provide professional development, education credits and networking for your staff and business with a discount on conference registrations in addition to complimentary registrations as part of some sponsorship levels ICA Super Conference Sponsor Levels The table below provides a quick comparison guide to the sponsorship levels offered this year All sponsor levels have a limited number available so please call us today to confirm your placement and reserve your spot! Contact Jordon Chesler, ICA Sponsorship Chair at (208) 539-7960 or icapresentations@gmail.com Options Cost Number available Logo Conference Program Website Verbal presentation Recognition Exhibition space Annual Awards Luncheon Tickets Conference registrations Mailing list of attendees for Business Development NEW 2016 High value free additions Presidential $15,000 One Principal $10,000 Two Diamond $5,000 Three Platinum $2,500 Four Gold $1,000 Six Silver $500 Ten Top placement on all print Top placement on all print Full page of your choice Top placement with link for one year 15 mins to introduce Key Note speaker Both general sessions Three skirted tables in prime traffic area for conference days 10 complimentary, additional at 50% discount complimentary, additional at 50% discount Full page Second tier placement on all print 1/2 page Third tier placement on all print 1/4 page Fourth tier placement on all print 1/8 page Second tier logo with link or one year 10 minutes of time at annual luncheon Both general sessions Two skirted tables in high traffic area for conference days complimentary, additional at 50% discount complimentary, additional at 50% discount Third tier logo with link for one year N/A Fourth tier logo with link for one year N/A Fifth tier logo with link for one year N/A Fifth tier placement on all print Flyer added to conference bag Sixth tier logo with link for one year N/A Both general sessions One skirted table in high traffic area for conference days Both general sessions One skirted table for conference days Both general sessions One skirted table for conference days Both general session One skirted table for conference days complimentary, additional at 50% discount complimentary, additional at 50% discount complimentary, additional at 50% discount Registrations can be purchased for 50% of full value Tickets can be purchased for 50% of full value Included Included Additional Cost Additional Cost Tickets can be purchased for 50% of full value Registrations can be purchased for 50% of full value Additional Cost Free Conference bag Free Friday Lunch Attendee Name Tags Free Friday Breakfast Saturday Breakfast Pre- Free Graduate Student Luncheon or Emerging Free Coffee Service Free Coffee Service Registrations can be purchased for 50% of full value Additional Cost Conference Lunch Leaders Gathering or Friday Afternoon Snack Break or Convention Wi-Fi Service or Distinguished Presenter or custom addition Free Conference Session Presentation slot (90 mins) Free Exclusive Pre conference Meet n’Greet table Free Supported Video host production for conference Key Conference Sponsorship (Stand alone or Add on to Sponsor level above) Conference Program Guide Badge Lanyards $5,000 (Only sponsorship available) Every attendee wears a badge Sponsoring the badge lanyards is an exclusive opportunity and provides you with high visibility throughout the entire conference The Lanyard sponsorship opportunity includes: Logo and link to your site and identification as a sponsor on the Conference Site Print Ad in the 2018 conference brochure Exhibitor/Vendor Only Exhibitor pricing includes: Exhibition space which includes one skirted table each day of the conference Recognition in conference program A logo link and listing as a Conference Exhibitor on the ICA website for one year Exhibition Pricing Tiers Exhibit Tier Location Available Tables Cost Premier Inside circle and/or high traffic route Until sold out $350 Standard Outside perimeter or main traffic route Until sold out $250 Essential Conference Information Conference Location Boise State University, Student Union Building Conference Exhibition Plan The event will occupy 14,125 sq feet Exhibition tables will be laid out according to a professional space plan included on the following page All spaces will be available on a first come first served basis Conference Preparation Key Timeline Event Marketing Summary and Logos Due Date September 28th, 2018 Time By 5pm MT Notes Last day to submit 40-word product descriptions for inclusion in 2018 Conference Program Guide Sponsorship Cancellation Deadline September 1st, 2018 By pm MT Sponsorship cancellations on and before today forfeit 50% of fee Cancelations after today forfeit entire fee Last day to get bag giveaways included Day - Pre- Monday, November 12th, 2018 Wednesday, By 5pm MT 8:00am-5:00pm Conference Day – PreConference Exhibit Installation November 14th, 2018 Thursday, November 15th, 2018 Thursday, November 15th, 2018 Day - Conference Friday, November 16th, 2018 Saturday, November 17th, 2018 Saturday, November 17th, 2018 Day – Conference Exhibit Breakdown 8:00am-5:00pm 5:00pm-7:00pm Installation must be completed by 7:00pm 8:00am-5:00pm 8:00am-4:00pm 4:00pm-6:00pm Exhibit must not be disturbed, dismantled or removed before 4:00pm on Saturday, November 17th, 2018 Please make travel plans accordingly Idaho Counseling Association (ICA) The Idaho Counseling Association (ICA) is an organization of counseling and human development professionals who work in education, health care, residential treatment, private practice, community agency, governments and business/industry settings 2184 Channing Way PMB 438Idaho Falls, ID 83404 www.idahocounseling.org ... staff and business with a discount on conference registrations in addition to complimentary registrations as part of some sponsorship levels ICA Super Conference Sponsor Levels The table below... Free Exclusive Pre conference Meet n’Greet table Free Supported Video host production for conference Key Conference Sponsorship (Stand alone or Add on to Sponsor level above) Conference Program... ICA and its Divisions have spent the last decade conducting an annual conference to meet the needs of Counselors ICA has now embarked on a new model for these annual trainings, holding conferences