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SUP-X™: The Startup Expo

The premier conference in the Eastern United States that brings together startup and early-stage entrepreneurs, angel investors, venture capitalists and related service providers.

CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE

Date February 16-17, 2016

Venue The Greater Fort Lauderdale-Broward County Convention Center

Format A two day conference and large exposition. Pre-main event workshops for entrepreneurs and women owned businesses/investors. General sessions on Day 2 combining all attendees with separate breakout tracks for investors and entrepreneurs

History Produced for the past two years for the Boca Raton based Gold Coast Venture Capital Association as “The GCVCA’s Expo”. The event has been rebranded and expanded to now target a national audience.

Attendees 1500 - 2000 investors, entrepreneurs and service providers from around the U.S.

Sponsors Approximately 100 exhibitors and sponsors marketing products and services of interest to entrepreneurs and investors

Content • Intensive workshops for entrepreneurs lead by distinguished subject matter experts• Unique and exclusive opportunities for investors to meet fellow investors from

throughout the country to develop deal flow and partnership opportunities • A well-funded business plan competition and exhibition opportunities for entrepreneurs

Tickets Base Price/Earlybird (10/31) Alliance Partners StartUps GCVCA Members

General Admission $399/$349 $349/$299 $349/$299 $299/$279

Investor Package* $699/$599 $649/$549 NA $549/$499

*Investor package includes access to VIP Reception, access to Investor Only breakouts and access to the Investor Portal, which contains The Startup Expo applicants’ business plan information

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TENTATIVE AGENDA

Day 1 - Tuesday, February 16th

Women’s Entrepreneur/Investor Event Powered by Luminary Central

9:00 am - 9:05 am Welcoming Remarks

9:05 am - 10:20 am General Session #1

10:20 am - 10:35 am Break


11:50 am - 12:00 pm Closing Remarks

Entrepreneur Education Forum

1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Entrepreneur Workshop #1



5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Opening Reception

8:00 pm - 11:00 pm Sponsor and Investors VIP Reception (Area Hotel TBD)

Day 2 - Wednesday, February 17th

8:30 am - 8:35 am Welcoming Remarks


9:35 am - 9:45 am Break

9:45 am - 10:45 am Breakout #1

10:45 am - 11:00 am Coffee Break

11:00 am - 12:00 pm Breakout #2 (separate investor and entrepreneur tracks)

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Lunch and Keynote Address

1:45 pm - 2:45 pm Breakout #3 (separate investor and entrepreneur tracks)

2:45 pm - 2:55 pm Break

2:55 pm - 3:55 pm Breakout #4 (separate investor and entrepreneur tracks)

3:55 pm - 4:10 pm Coffee Break

4:15 pm - 5:30 pm StartUp Expo Final Pitches and Awards

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Closing Reception

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2015 EXPO ATTENDEE BREAKDOWN

Other 10%

Vendor - Legal 10%

Vendor - Technology 15%

Vendor - Other 20%

Entrepreneurs 20%

Investors 25%

EXPO 2014 EXPO 2015 SUP-X™ ‘16

Attendees 350 600 1,250Startup Exhibitors 25 31 50

Corporate Exhibitors 14 24 75Investor Attendees 36 150 250

Event Duration 3 hours 5 hours 2 daysTeam Members 2 ppl 4 ppl 12+ pplPlanning Time 4.5 months 4.5 months 1 year

SUP-X™ VALUE PROPOSITION

2015 EXPO ATTENDEE BY SENIORITY

Other 53%

*Decision Makers 47%

*Decision Makers: Owners, Founders, Presidents, EVP’s, and C-Level Executives

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Accelerated Growth Partners

American Investments, LLC

Angel Forum of Florida

Angel One Investors

Athenian Venture Partners

Banyas Capital

Barclays

Baymont Capital LLC

Belle Capital USA

BNY Mellon Wealth Management

Boardwalk Advisors, LLC

Caerus Ventures

Campbell Williams, Inc.

Cassel Salpeter

Cogentic Advisors

CrunchFire Ventures LLC

Dawson James Securities

DuPriest Associates, Inc.

ESG Group LLC

Evershore Financial

Fifth Avenue Advisors

Fifth Third Bank

Florida Angel Nexus

Florida Funders

Florida Venture Forum

Goldman Sachs & Co.

Grove Park Capital Group, Inc.

IDEA Fund

INVESTHAUS

Island Territories New Markets

Fund LLC

J.P. Morgan

J.P. Morgan Private Bank

LSQ Funding Group

Maclendon Wealth Management

Mahalo Capital Group

Mathes Group Investments

MaverixLab

Miami Innovation Fund

Milo Capital

Morgan Stanley

New Frontier Capital Partners

New World Angels

NewLeafe Property Fund, Inc.

Next Wave Advisors LLC

Noble Financial

NorthVest

Oppenheimer

Palm Beach Business Group, Inc.

Reserve Wealth Management

RMH Capital

Rokk3r Labs

Scout Ventures

Sillicon Valley Growth Syndicate

SJO Worldwide

Smartwealth Venture Inc

Spearhead Capital, LLC

StartUp Palm Beach Capital

Stonehenge Growth Equity Partners

SunTrust Bank

T3 Capital

Tamiami Angel Fund

TD Bank

The LeVine Group

Thesis Ventures

TiE Tampa Bay

Transformation Capital Services, LLC

Ulin & Co. Wealth Management

Wombat Investments

Xynergy capital group

Young America Capital

YourStreet Funds

Wells Fargo

Sup-XTM caters to angel and venture capital investors. Below is a sampling of firms involved in previous events.

INVESTOR ATTENDEES

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The StartUp Expo

SUP-X™ is focused on the entrepreneur and The StartUp Expo is the centerpiece of SUP-X™. The StartUp Expo is both a competition and a physical and virtual opportunity for startup and early-stage entrepreneurs to exhibit to and meet the 1500+ investors and others in attendance.

We expect 250-500 startup and early-stage companies to be accepted as applicants to the StartUp Expo and each will each receive a $50 discount off the general admission price. Business plan information for accepted applicants will be available on-line via the Investor Portal to those registering as Investors.

The Top 50 applicants will comprise the semifinalist pool and these ventures will be given the opportunity to exhibit for free alongside corporate exhibitors and sponsors in the event’s nearly 50,000 square feet of exhibit space.

Immediately prior to the closing reception approximately 5-10 startup and early-stage finalists will pitch to a panel of investors and experts before all attendees with the winners receiving a portion of the $50,000 in cash and prizes.

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PARTNERS

SUP-X™ is produced in association with the Gold Coast Venture Capital Association, a thirty-one year old organization whose mission is to enrich and grow the South Florida entrepreneurial ecosystem. For more information, please visit gcvca.org.

FLORIDA ALLIANCE PARTNERS

We are proud to be partnering with the following Florida based organizations that are dedicated to the growth and sustainability of Florida’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

LUMINARYCENTRAL

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EXHIBITOR & SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

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Logo on website • • • • • •

Logo on promotional items • • • • • •

Full page ad on printed brochure 1/4 logo 1/2 1 1 1

Regular conference passes, each worth $399 2 2 6 8 14

Discount on additional regular passes (10%) • • • • • •

Booth • • • • •

VIP conference passes, each worth $699 2 2 2 4 6

Post-event attendee list • • • •

Promotional items in conference bag 1 1 2 3

Pre-event attendee list • •

Panelist/speaking opportunity Possible Yes

Welcoming remark •

Naming right of the conference •

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EXHIBITOR $1,750

• One (1) 8’x10’ or 10’x10’ exhibit booth with 8’ table, linens and two chairs

• Two (2) general admission passes to the conference and 10% discount on additional tickets

• Logo on website with hyperlink

• 1/4 page color ad in printed brochure

• Logo on conference promotional materials/banners throughout event site

• 8’x10’ booths are in entrance foyer space; 10’x10’ booths are in main exhibit hall

BRONZE SPONSOR $1,500

• Includes two VIP passes for all events including VIP reception

• Logo on website with hyperlink under bronze sponsor section

• Logo in printed brochure


SILVER SPONSOR $3,500

• One (1) 8’x10’ or 10’x10’ exhibit booth with 8’ table, linens and two chairs; booth selection after Gold and higher level sponsors

• Two (2) general admission passes to the conference and 10% discount on additional tickets

• Two (2) additional all access passes to the conference and to the VIP reception

• Post event attendee list


• 1/2 page color ad in printed brochure



• One (1) promotional item in conference bag

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GOLD SPONSOR $7,500

• One (1) 8’x10’ or 10’x10’ exhibit booth with 8’ table, linens and two chairs; booth selection after Platinum and higher level sponsors

• Six (6) general admission passes to the conference and 10% discount on additional tickets

• Two (2) additional all access passes to the conference and to the VIP reception

• Post event attendee list


• Full page color ad in printed brochure, placement selection after Platinum Sponsors



• One (1) promotional item in conference bag

PLATINUM SPONSOR $15,000

• Platinum level sponsorships can be tailored to sponsors’ specific needs

• First selection of conference events or items to sponsor

• One (1) 10’x10’ exhibit booth with one 8’ table, linens and two chairs; booth selection after Presenting and Event sponsors

• Eight (8) general admission passes to the conference and 10% discount on additional tickets

• Four (4) additional all access passes to the conference and to the VIP reception

• Consideration for one (1) panelist/speaking opportunity if desired

• Pre and Post event attendee list


• Full page color ad in printed brochure, placement selection after Presenting Sponsor


• Two (2) promotional items in conference bag


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PRESENTING SPONSOR $50,000

• Presenting level sponsorship can be tailored to sponsors’ specific needs

• Exclusive naming right of the conference with conference to be know as:

SUP-X™: The Startup Expo presented by [SPONSOR NAME]

• Welcoming remarks at beginning of conference on day two and introduction of keynote speaker

• Guarantee one (1) panelist/speaking opportunity if desired

• One (1) 10’x10’ exhibit booth with one 8’ table, linens and two chairs; first selection of location

• Twelve (12) general admission passes to the conference and 10% discount on additional tickets

• Six (6) additional all access passes to the conference and to the VIP reception

• A full-page color ad in conference brochure with first choice of placement

• Most prominent display of logo w/ hyperlink on website

• Most prominent display of logo on conference promotional materials/banners throughout event site

• Most prominent display of logo on on-site signage

• Pre/Post event attendee list

• Three (3) promotional items in conference bag

OTHER SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

ITEMS* PRICE**

Charging station $2,500

Hand sanitizer $2,500

Lanyard $7,500

Conference Tote Bag $10,000

Baseball caps w/ logo $12,500

Shuttle from Convention Center to Host Hotel

$15,000

* Other item suggestions and pricing welcome

** Based on 1,000 count

Have something different in mind? Let us know. We’re happy to work with sponsors on structuring sponsorship packages to meet their needs.

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SPECIFIC EVENT SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES

# of Sponsors

Commitment Range

Total Event Cost

Benefits (Passes,

Booth, VIP Reception

Passes, etc.)

Specific Event

Signage

Brochure Recognition

Website Recognition

Event Participation

Entrepreneur Workshops

(x3)1-3 $5,000-

$15,000 $15,000All Silver

Level Benefits + passes

Yes Yes Yes

Intro/Moderator/

Speaker/Panelist

Intermission Refreshments

Day 1 (x4)1-4 $5,000-

$20,000 $20,000 Relative to sponsorship Yes Yes Yes NA

Intermission Refreshments

Day 2 (x 4)1-4 $5,000-


Lunch(Day 2) 1-3 $10,000-


Opening Reception Sponsor

1-4 $10,000-$40,000 $40,000 Relative to

sponsorship Yes Yes Yes NA

Sponsor and VIP

Reception @ Host Hotel

1-3 $10,000-$30,000 $30,000 Relative to

sponsorship Yes Yes Yes NA

Closing Reception 1-3 $10,000-


StartUp Expo Prize As needed $5,000-

$50,000 $50,000 Relative to sponsorship Yes Yes Yes

On Stage Award

Presentation Participation

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

ACCEPTANCE OF SPONSORSHIP: Sponsorship is confirmed upon receipt of payment or notification by Trident Global, LLC, the owner and producer of SUP-X™: The StartUp Expo (“Trident”). Trident reserves the right to reject any applications for sponsorship.SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Sponsorship benefits are generally as outlined as above, but specific benefits of any individual sponsorship are outlined in the Confirmation Agreement that is sent upon receipt of an indication of interest in sponsoring the event. A sponsorship is not confirmed until receipt of an executed Confirmation Agreement and the associated deposit.EXHIBIT SPACE: Exhibit space included in any specific sponsorship package is either an 8’x10’ booth located in the entrance foyer or a 10’x10’ booth located in the main exhibit hall. Such booths include a single 30” by 6’ draped table and two chairs. A schedule of additional booth options (electrical connection, WiFi access, trash cans, etc.) and their rental rates will be included in the Confirmation Agreement. Exhibits must be contained within the assigned space, unless prior approval is secured from Trident. Exhibit space is assigned at the discretion of Trident and typically in order of sponsorship level and payment date. Trident will attempt to accommodate specific exhibit space location requests, however. CANCELLATION OF SPONSORSHIP: Sponsorship cancellations must be made in writing. Cancellations received prior to November 15, 2015 will be refunded the sponsorship fee less 50%. Sponsorship fees are non-refundable after November 15, 2015.FEES AND PAYMENT: Total sponsorship fee is required 30 days upon delivery of your invoice. Sponsorship and exhibition assignments are not confirmed until your payment is received. The sponsorship agreement becomes a contract when signed by the sponsor and accepted by Trident.EXHIBIT RESTRICTIONS: Trident reserves the right to restrict or prohibit exhibits which, because of noise, method of operation, or any other reason, are objectionable or otherwise detract from or are out of keeping with the character of the conference as a whole. Trident may prohibit installation or request removal or discontinuance of any exhibitor or promotion that, if continued, departs substantially from exhibitor’s pre-approved design and description. In the event of such restrictions prohibitions or removal, Trident or its agents shall not be liable to the sponsor exhibitor.HOTEL RESERVATIONS: Sponsors needing hotel accommodations should make reservations directly with the hotel. We encourage sponsors to reserve early in order to take advantage of group rates.PROMOTIONAL MATERIAL DISTRIBUTION: Advertising and promotion materials may be distributed from the exhibit table only. No materials may be placed on seats, attached to walls, ceilings, or woodwork in the conference facility, or left in public places or breakout rooms for distribution, unless by prior agreement with Trident.INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF EXHIBITS: Please refer to the confirmation packet for schedule of setup and breakdown times for exhibit tables. Sponsors shall be responsible for the delivery, setup, and removal of equipment and display material to and from the exhibit table area.PROTECTION OF FACILITY PROPERTY: Sponsors will be held responsible for any damage done to the building by them or their employees.SECURITY: Exhibit space is open to the public and will not be secured or monitored by Trident. Exhibitors are solely responsible for any and all of their exhibit materials, equipment, devices, and personal effects.LIABILITY AND INSURANCE: Trident, its agents, the conference facility, the employees or representatives thereof, and other organizations and persons connected with this conference shall not be held responsible for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur to the sponsor or employees of the sponsor or their property from any cause whatsoever, prior to, during, or subsequent to the period covered by the sponsorship contract. Sponsors should place their own insurance to cover all contingencies. The sponsor agrees to indemnify those listed above against any claims or such loss, damage, or injury. Upon signing the sponsorship agreement, the sponsor expressly releases the foregoing institutions, individuals, and committees from any and all claims of loss, damage, or injury. This also includes the period of storage prior to and following the conference. Small articles of value should be properly secured or removed for safe keeping prior to leaving the exhibit unattended. Sponsor assumes entire responsibility and hereby agrees to protect, indemnify, defend, and save Trident, its staff, the conference facilities, and its employees and agents harmless against all claims, losses, and damages to persons or property, governmental charges or finds, and attorneys’ fees arising out of or caused by sponsors installation, removal, maintenance, occupancy, or use of the exhibit/conference premises or a part thereof. Additional terms and conditions required by the conference facility may apply and will be provided with your confirmation packet.

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