March 3-5, 2010

Disney’s BoardWalk Resort • Lake Buena Vista (Orlando), Fla.

Sponsorship
Opportunities…
get the attention of decision
makers in the metal forming and
fabricating industry

Presented by:
 5th Annual Leadership Summit

March 3-5, 2010

Disney’s BoardWalk Resort
Lake Buena Vista (Orlando), Fla.

FMA’s Fifth Annual Conference…

…will bring job shop owners together to discuss business management concerns
and the latest technical advancements. Metal Matters features peer-to-peer
roundtable discussions led by subject matter experts in Leadership, Operations,
and Technology tracks. Programmed by industry leaders, for industry leaders,
sessions are scheduled to address economic issues; growth opportunities;
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Sponsorship of Metal Matters is a valuable way to reach a highly-qualified YOU d by
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target audience. Don’t miss this strategic opportunity for direct access
to your customers!

Who Attends?
In addition to owners, job titles in attendance will include: YOUR LOGO HERE

• CEO
• CFO
• General Manager
• Human Resources Manager
• Operations Director
• President
• Purchasing Director
• Vice President
*For the benefit of our sponsors the 2010 conference pricing and programming is
designed to make it attractive and effective for companies to bring their top three
leaders - - getting you multiple points of contact!

Advantages of Sponsoring:
✓ Reach your target market with exclusive packages.
YOUR LOGO HERE
✓ Promote brand recognition through high visibility.
✓ Communicate directly with influential decision makers.
✓ Leverage these benefits to achieve returns on your marketing dollars.

About the sponsors

The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA), is the leading educational association for the metal
forming and fabricating industry. FMA offers products and services that keep professionals in the industry
informed about the latest trends and technology. www.fmanet.org

The FABRICATOR is the official publication of the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (FMA) and of
FABTECH® International. The FABRICATOR® has served the industry since 1971 and is North America's
leading magazine for the metal forming and fabricating industry. www.thefabricator.com
 Sponsorship Opportunities
Choose the level that best matches your company’s promotional goals and boosts your brand visibility.
• Platinum • Gold • Silver
All levels include:
• Tabletop exhibit
• Set number of complimentary full Metal Matters 2010
Conference Registrations
(for distribution to customers or prospective clients)
• Special acknowledgment (signage) during sponsored event
• Opportunity to place ad in on-site program book
• Company logo placement on registration area signage
recognizing all sponsoring companies
Sponsorship Levels HURRY! First come, first serve.
Platinum $7,500 (1 Available) SOLD
Premier Conference & Golf Outing Sponsor will receive:
• 10 complimentary conference registrations
(for distribution to customers or prospective clients)
• Company logo included in FMAC publication ads
• Recognition as the premier sponsor at Conference
Welcome
• Prominent placement of company logo on promotional
and on-site conference materials (i.e. web page, e-mails,
registration area signage, on-site program book, etc.)
• Complimentary golf for four (4) people
• Opportunity to address group at golf outing kick-off
(5 minutes of podium time)
• Company logo will be featured prominently throughout
golf event (at Registration Area, Driving Range and
Putting Green; on Beverage Cart; with awarded Skill
Prizes; and imprinted on Group Photos provided to all
foursomes)
• Opportunity to provide golf promo gifts
• March issue insertion at 36x frequency in The Fabricator®
Gold $5,000 (2 Available)
Hospitality Sponsor for Wednesday Networking
Reception will receive:
• Opportunity to address group at event
(5 minutes of podium time)
• Seven (7) complimentary conference registrations
• Complimentary golf for two (2) people
• March issue insertion at 24x frequency in The Fabricator®
Hospitality Sponsor for Thursday Networking
Reception will receive:
• Opportunity to address group at event
(5 minutes of podium time)
Other Opportunities
Tabletop Exhibit Only $1,500
Exhibition fee includes:
• Three (3) complimentary full Metal Matters 2010
conference registrations
(for distribution to customers or prospective clients)
Contact Megan Paga at 815-227-8203 or meganp@fmanet.org to customize a sponsorship package.
• Bronze •Copper
• Company logo and website link on Conference web page
• Company logo and website link on all broadcast e-mails pre-
/post-event (reaching 40,000+ industry professionals)
• Logo and indication of sponsorship in Metal Matters 2010
promotional materials (mailing to 40,000+ distribution)
Sponsorship agreement must be signed prior to printing
• Attendee list for follow-up mailings and marketing
• Seven (7) complimentary conference registrations
• Complimentary golf for two (2) people
• March issue insertion at 24x frequency in The Fabricator®
Silver $4,000 (2 Available)
Hospitality Sponsor for Thursday Lunch will receive:
• Opportunity to address group at event
(3 minutes of podium time)
• Six (6) complimentary conference registrations
Hospitality Sponsor for Friday Lunch will receive:
• Opportunity to address group at event
(3 minutes of podium time)
• Six (6) complimentary conference registrations
Bronze $3,000 (2 Available)
Hospitality Sponsor for Thursday Breakfast/Breaks
will receive:
• Opportunity to address group at event
(2 minutes of podium time)
• Five (5) complimentary conference registrations
Hospitality Sponsor for Friday Breakfast/Breaks
will receive:
• Opportunity to address group at event
(2 minutes of podium time)
• Five (5) complimentary conference registrations
Copper $2,000 (3 Available)
Padfolio Sponsor, Proceedings Flash Drive Sponsor,
and Name Badge Lanyard Sponsor will receive:
• Company logo and Metal Matters logos on respective
item given to each attendee at registration
• Three (3) complimentary conference registrations
• One 8’ draped/skirted table with two chairs and electricity
• Logo and company description listed in the conference
on-site program book
 March 3-5, 2010
Disney’s BoardWalk Resort
Lake Buena Vista (Orlando), Fla.

Application Deadlines:
Oct. 16, 2009 to be included in promotional brochure
Jan. 29, 2010 to be included in on-site materials

Sponsorship & Tabletop Application

Full Company Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Contact Name ______________________________________________________ Title ____________________________________________________

On-site Representative ______________________________________________ Title ____________________________________________________

Address _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City _______________________________________________________________State ______________________ZIP _________________________

Phone _____________________________________________________________Fax _____________________________________________________

E-mail _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

PLATINUM LEVEL BRONZE LEVEL

 Premier Conference & Golf Outing Sponsor – $7,500 (SOLD)  Hospitality Sponsor (Thursday Breakfast/Breaks) - $3,000
 Hospitality Sponsor (Friday Breakfast/Breaks) - $3,000
GOLD LEVEL
 Hospitality Sponsor (Wednesday Networking Reception) – COPPER LEVEL
$5,000  Padfolio Sponsor - $2,000
 Hospitality Sponsor (Thursday Networking Reception) –  Proceedings Flash Drive Sponsor - $2,000
$5,000  Name Badge Lanyard Sponsor - $2,000

SILVER LEVEL TABLETOP EXHIBIT ONLY

 Hospitality Sponsor (Thursday Lunch)- $4,000  FMA/TPA Member - $1,295
 Hospitality Sponsor (Friday Lunch)- $4,000 Include membership number _____________
 General - $1,500

Electricity Required?  YES  NO  We DO NOT require 8’ draped table

Exhibitors are responsible for all audio/visual and communication equipment as well as the
A maximum of one (1) duplex outlet
rental fees, shipping, and customs. Should you require additional electrical support or
will be provided upon request.
communication equipment, contact Megan Paja at 815-227-8203, meganp@fmanet.org.

Please check payment type:

 Check enclosed  P.O.# _____________  Money Order
 Visa  MasterCard  American Express  Discover

Account Number _____________________________________________________________Expiration __________________Security Code ______

Signature ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Remit check or money order (USD) to: Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, Intl. (FMA) / ATTN: Megan Paja, Education Products
Specialist / 833 Featherstone Rd. / Rockford, IL 61107 Or FAX with credit card information to (815)484-7703 ATTN: Megan Paja.

The sponsor/exhibitor acknowledges that the Fabricators & Manufacturers Association, International, and the hotel do not maintain
insurance covering sponsor/exhibitor’s property and that it is the sole responsibility of sponsor/exhibitor to obtain sufficient liability,
business interruption, and property damage insurance covering such losses and damages. Upon confirmation of space assignment
and acceptance for the reservation by FMA, the undersigned agrees to be bound by all terms and regulations contained herein.

____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________
Authorized Signature Date