Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities

Price freeze on 2016 costs, plus many more exciting options

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RESEARCH INTO PRACTICE:RELEVANCE & RIGOUR

Applying the science of psychology to work

Division ofOccupational Psychology

DOP Annual Conference 20174–6 January – Hilton Hotel, Liverpool

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‘Our people team are following great leads for potential new recruits and ourown team went home feeling stimulated, enthused and better informed. Theconference topics resonated with our thinking and we all made new,surprising connections with fellow psychologists. All in all, our first year aslead sponsor was a great success.’ MC Race, Mind Gym(2016’s Premium sponsor)

‘It was good to connect with peers and practitioners and a valuableopportunity to share our latest tools and research. The conference facilitatedthe development of our brand presence in the industry and we made plenty ofgood contacts. There was a noticeable energy in the room from thedelegates.’ P Clarke & S Silverthorn, JCA

Thoughts from some of our 2016 supporters

Previous sponsors and exhibitors

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With an estimated 450+ delegates attending the conference, we offer a wide range ofopportunities for you to promote your company. The Sponsorship packages are designed toprovide a cost effective and flexible solution for your business, which will undoubtedlyraise your company profile on both the local and national level.

Sponsorship of this event offers you opportunities to:

� Enhance your company’s image, prestige and credibility within the occupationalpsychology community.

� Create new business relationships and develop brand awareness.

� Heighten visibility of your company to a wider range of audience.

� Receive recognition on our website, in the conference programme booklet and onconference displays.

� Present marketing materials to all conference delegates.

� Maximise merchandising opportunities.

� Raise the profile of your company with potential prospects.

Benefits of sponsoring

To maximise your company’s exposure to the delegates, the exhibition space is situatedclose to the main meeting areas. There are allocated breaks throughout the conferenceduring which delegates will have ample time to visit the exhibitions.

If you exhibit at this conference, you'll be able to:

� Market your company’s expertise.

� Raise your company’s profile through our marketing and PR campaign.

� Increase brand awareness for your company.

� Use the conference as your launch-pad for new products or services.

� Network with new and existing customers.

� Gain customer feedback about your products, services and company.

� Heighten your company profile from your competitors.

Benefits of exhibiting

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Sponsorship opportunities

Premium

£4200 + VAT

Corporate

£2000 + VAT

Business

£1000 + VAT

Exhibition

£650 + VAT

Commercial

£500 + VAT

Logo and profile in sponsorship area of programme ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Roller banners placed in key locations in the venue* ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Exhibition space* (£650 + VAT when sold separately) ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Banner advert included on the app (£150 + VAT when sold separately) ✓Company slide/logo on rolling plasma screenthroughout the conference (£200 + VAT when sold separately)

✓ ✓ ✓Acknowledgment on DOP Social media/Facebook/Twitter ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓Your logo/link to website on event homepage ✓ ✓ ✓A5 insert into the delegate folder (£300 + VAT when sold separately) ✓Flyer on ‘Take-one table’ at registration (£150 + VAT when sold separately) ✓ ✓ ✓Company advert on key selected pages in theprogramme* ✓ ✓Non residential delegate passes* (£289 inc. VAT when sold separately) ✓ ✓Gala dinner places (Sold separately £40 inc. VAT) ✓ ✓Company logo on the front of programme book ✓Branding on conference app, including your logoon the home screen of the app ✓Roller banner in the conference main room ✓Recognition of sponsorship in OP Matters ✓Host your own table at the Gala Dinner ✓Company branded pen in delegate folders ✓

* These benefits change according to each package. Please read on for more details regarding the sponsorship packages.

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Premium sponsorship x 1Benefits include:

� Logo and profile in key sponsors area of the conference programme booklet.� Opportunity to display 2 x roller banner stands for the full 3 days in key locations in thehotel (Company to provide own roller banners).

� Display of 1 x roller banner in the main session room.� Priority and selection of 2 x unit Exhibition space (maximum of 2 staff attending).� Company logo on all promotional materials including: � Company logo on rolling plasma screen throughout the conference and in the main

session room. � Acknowledgement on social media websites (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook). � Event homepage (with hyperlink).� Branding of conference app, including logo on home screen.� Banner advert included on the app.� Single page A5 insert in the DOP Conference pack or A4 flyer on the ‘Take-one table’.� 2 x single full-page advert or 1 x double full-page advert of your company in theconference programme booklet.

� 4 x complimentary non-residential full conference passes for your employees, clients,and/or prospects.

� 4 x passes to the Gala Dinner (Thursday) with the opportunity to host your own table.� Company logo on the front of conference programme booklet.� Hotel Wi-Fi will have your company as its landing page.� Acknowledgement of your Sponsorship in the conference edition of OP Matters after theConference – will reach over 4,000 DOP members.

� Inclusion of company branded pen in the delegate folders (to be provided by yourselves).

Price: £4200 + VAT

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Corporate sponsorshipBenefits include:

� Logo and profile in key sponsors area of the conference programme booklet.� Opportunity to display 2 x roller banner stands for the full 3 days in key locations in thehotel (Company to provide own roller banners).

� 1 x unit Exhibition space (maximum of 2 staff attending).� Company logo on all promotional materials including: � Company logo on rolling plasma screen throughout the conference and in the main

session room. � Acknowledgement on social media websites (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook). � Event homepage (with hyperlink).� A4 flyer on the ‘Take-one table’.� 1 x single full-page advert of your company in the conference programme booklet.� 2 x complimentary non-residential full conference passes for your employees, clients,and/or prospects.

� 2 x passes to either the Wednesday or Thursday dinner.

Price: £2000 + VAT

Business sponsorshipBenefits include:

� Logo and profile in key sponsors area of the conference programme booklet.� Opportunity to display 1 x roller banner stands for the full 3 days in key locations in thehotel (Company to provide own roller banner).

� 1 x unit Exhibition space (maximum of 2 staff attending).� Company logo on all promotional materials including: � Company logo on rolling plasma screen throughout the conference and in the main

session room. � Acknowledgement on social media websites (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook). � Event homepage (with hyperlink).� A4 flyer on the ‘Take-one table’.

Price: £1000 + VAT

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Commercial sponsorshipBenefits include:

� Logo and profile in key sponsors area of the conference programme booklet.� Opportunity to display 1 x roller banner stand for the full 3 days in key locations in thehotel (Company to provide own roller banner).

� A4 flyer on the ‘Take-one table’.� Company logo on all promotional materials including: � Acknowledgement on social media websites (LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook). � Event homepage (with hyperlink).

Price: £500 + VAT

Exhibition only packages

Exhibition benefits include company logo and profile listed in the programme and on theconference website. Refreshments and lunches for up to two members of your team.

Exhibition for the full 3 day conference £650 + VATExhibit for Wednesday or Thursday £325 + VATExtra unit space (per unit) £250 + VAT

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Optional extras

Conference App Banner Ads Your company logo or an image of your choice will be displayed on the conference app andis linked to your company website. These remain on the app one year after the conference.£150 + VAT

Rolling plasma screen advertising (three available)Your company slide will be displayed in the main room throughout the conference (only one slide). £200 + VAT

Branding delegate folders This option also includes an insert within the pack, your logo/link to your website on theconference website and a one day pop up exhibition space.£3000 + VAT

Pack insertsInclusion of a single sheet flyer or company branded item** £300 + VAT Inclusion of a 2–6 page document £400 + VATInclusion of a 7+ page document £500 + VATPromotional material on the ‘Take-one table’ £150 + VAT

**These include pens or pen drives to be provided by yourselves.

Promotional giftInclusion of a company branded item in the delegate’s bedrooms. Price available uponrequest.

These are just a selection of some of our most popular options, as always we are open tonew ideas and if you have something in mind that is not listed here, we would love to hearfrom you.

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The Division of Occupational Psychology Annual Conference is the largest annualgathering of occupational psychologists in the UK and provides a major showcase foracademics and practitioners to present their latest research.

Through attending the conference you will have face-to-face access to over 450 delegatesfrom a diverse range of backgrounds.

Through sponsoring at the conference you get recognition on the conference website andin OP Matters, distributed to 4000 members of the Division of Occupational Psychology.

Why you should be there

Over 186 organisations were represented at the 2016 DOP Annual Conference, including a number of academic institutions (UK and international), well-known occupationalpsychology consultancies and independent consultants, as well as major employers ofoccupational psychologists (in both the public and private sector).

Who attends the DOP Conference?

Liverpool has world-class tourist attractions, with more museums and galleries anywhereoutside of London. The city is a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site and is knownworldwide as the birthplace of The Beatles, which means that delegates will have a uniqueand memorable destination to explore after hours. European Capital for culture 2008 andgreat for shopping – Liverpool is the perfect destination.

The Hilton Hotel, Liverpool City Centre boasts an unparalleled location in the city centreand lends a fantastic space to host our conference, with all events during the three daystaking place under one roof allowing optimum opportunities to network with our delegates.

The exhibition space allows you maximum exposure to our delegates as all catering will bein the same area as the exhibition.

The hotel offers 215 bedrooms and suites and their meetings rooms and banquetingsuites benefit from an abundance of natural daylight, with great views of the city andexceptional amenities.

The venue has excellent transports links by road, rail and air, the hotel benefits from agreat central location. Only 5 minutes walk to Liverpool City Centre, 10 minutes walk toLiverpool Lime Street Station, 20 minutes drive from Liverpool John Lennon Airport and45 minutes drive from Manchester International Airport.

You can download a word version of the booking form on www.bps.org.uk/dop2017

Liverpool and the venue

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Our vision for the DOP Annual Conference is to be the conference of choice for allpsychologists focusing on the world of work. We see the conference as providing anopportunity for these professionals to obtain insight into current ideas, discussions andresearch in the area, and network with others in the field.

Our vision

The conference will give you an opportunity to meet with academics, researchers,practitioners and postgraduates of psychology with particular interest in application ofpsychology to the workplace. The lecture programme includes internationally renounedkeynote speakers. Additionally, there will be a mix of workshops, symposia, individualpapers and posters presented, plus social activities and networking opportunities.

The event will also be publicised on the Society website and in The Psychologist, the monthly publication sent to all members of the society.

Impact of the event

The Conference theme for 2017 is ‘Research into practice: Relevance and rigour’. Thisyear’s theme celebrates the value that we offer as applied psychologists: Generatinginsightful, scientific research, and translating this into practice.

We champion both rigour and relevance: Utilising a rigorous, evidence-based approach, in which we test, question and challenge ideas; and ensuring that we make a relevant and timely difference to organisations and individuals.

The DOP Conference 2017 will showcase the ongoing excellent work in psychologicalresearch and practice, and provide an opportunity for discussion, debate and challengeon how we can best utilise our skills to continue to make a meaningful impact in theworld of work.

As per DOP tradition the 2017 conference we will be inviting other BPS Divisions to theconference. This offers a unique opportunity for exhibitors to access potential new clientsthat they may have previously not been able to reach.

About the DOP Conference

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1. YOUR DETAILS

Name of organisation: ..................................................................................................

Contact name:.............................................................................................................

Address: .....................................................................................................................

Email:.............................................................. Tel: ..................................................

Application to sponsor & exhibit

2. YOUR OPTIONS – please refer to the booking guide for information on each option.

Sponsorship Cost (+ VAT) Tick here

Premium £4200

Corporate £2000

Business £1000

Commmercial £500

Tailored Sponsorship Package as agreed by the BPS

Exhibition only Tick here

Exhibition space for the full conference:1 Unit (2x1m)2 Unit (4x1m)3 Unit (6x1m)Pop up unit Wednesday (2x1m)Pop up unit Thursday (2x1m)

£650£900£1150£325£325

Pack insertsPack inserts must be received by 2 December 2016. Failure to meet this date means we cannot guarantee your inserts will be included in the packs. Tick here

Inclusion of a single sheet flyer or company branded itemPlease outline your branded item:

£300

Inclusion of 2–6 page document £400

Inclusion of 7+ page document £500

Promotional material on the ‘Take-One Table’ £150

Optional extras Tick here

Conference app banner ads £150

Rolling plasma screen slide throughout the conference £200

Branding delegate folders £3000

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Optional extras cont Cost (+ VAT) Tick here

Dinner – Wednesday 4 JanuaryAttendee/s name and dietary requirements:

£30 perperson

Gala Dinner – Thursday 5 JanuaryAttendee/s name and dietary requirements:

£40 perperson

If you have booked an individual exhibition space or it is included as part of yoursponsorship package you will need to complete the following section:

Do you require electricity? Yes [ ] No [ ]

No. of chairs required? 0 [ ] 1 [ ] 2 [ ]

If you are bringing your own floor stand, please outline the full size:

Length:...........m Height:...........m Width:...........m

If you are bringing your own stand, please note that it must fit within the space you havebooked. If it exceeds this space, you may be asked to take down your stand or will be chargedfor the extra space used.

Please outline who will be staffing your exhibition stand (max two people per day)

1. Name ....................................................................................................................

Access/dietary requirements ........................................................................................

2. Name ....................................................................................................................

Access/dietary requirements ........................................................................................

Exhibition stand information

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TOTAL AMOUNT PAYABLE £…………………… inc VAT

We will be making a bank transfer for the above amount [ ](please see below for details)

We enclose a cheque made payable to the British Psychological Society [ ]

We wish to pay via my debit/credit card [ ]Please call the conference office on 0116 252 9555 to make a secure payment.

We wish to pay by invoice. Deadline to request invoices is 16 November 2016. [ ]

Please invoice (contact name and full postal address) ....................................................

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Tel:........................................................ Purchase order no*. ......................................(required for all invoice requests)

Email address (required as invoice is sent electronically) .................................................

*Official purchase order numbers must be stated in order for us to raise an invoice. Pleasesend this document with the registration form. If the delegate does not include this infor-mation, the registration will not be processed. All invoices must be paid in full within 30days of being issued.

THE DEADLINE TO REQUEST AN INVOICE IS 16 November 2016. ALL INVOICES MUSTBE PAID WITHIN 30 DAYS OF BEING ISSUED.

Please return this completed form to: Mandy Hemsill, BPS Conferences, The British Psychological Society, St Andrews House, 48 Princess Road East, Leicester LE1 7DR.Tel: +44 (0)116 252 9555 Fax: + (0)116 290 1886 E-mail: mandy.hemsill@bps.org.uk

Bank transfer instructionsBank name: The Royal Bank of ScotlandAccount name: The British Psychological SocietyAddress: St Andrews House, 48 Princess Road East, Leicester, LE1 7DRSort code: 16-23-21Account No.: 11226510Swift code: RBOS GB 2LIban: GB09 RBOS 16232111226510

Please note that your payment will not be allocated to your balance until the organisershave received a remittance advice slip. If you are unable to provide a remittance advice,please contact BPS Conferences with the date, account name and the amount transferred.

Payment

Terms and conditions of exhibition, sponsorshipThe terms below are used through this document. For clarification each has been defined.

‘Exhibitor’ is used to describe any organisation or person who has made an application to exhibit and had thatplace confirmed in writing. ‘Sponsor’ is used to describe any organisation or person who has made an application to sponsor a package oritem from the sponsorship opportunities list and had that confirmed in writing.‘Organiser’ refers to BPS Conferences.‘Exhibition’ refers to The DOP Annual Conference 2017.‘Venue’ refers to Hilton Hotel, Liverpool.‘Pack insert’ refers to a leaflet or booklet that is included in each delegate pack.

GeneralAll Exhibitors, Sponsors and those wishing to book ‘pack inserts’ must confirm their booking by completing theofficial booking form and attaching a cheque, BACS details, credit card number or an official purchase order. Anyinvoices issued should be paid within 30 days and must be paid prior to the event. Your payment will not beallocated to your balance until a remittance advice slip has been received by the Organisers. If you are unable toprovide a remittance advice, please contact BPS Conferences with the date, account name and the amounttransferred. No exhibition stand, sponsorship item or pack insert may be sub-let to a third party without writtenconsent of the Organisers.

Cancellations (or reduction in requirements) must be notified in writing and will be charged based upon the dateof notification.More than 3 calendar months prior to the event – 20%Less than 3 calendar months and more than 1 calendar month prior to the event – 50%Less than 1 calendar month prior to the event – 100%(All cancellations are subject to mitigation)

Pack inserts onlyPack inserts must be sent to the BPS Conference Office for inclusion in the delegate packs by the deadline statedin your booking confirmation. If you fail to make this deadline we cannot guarantee that your inserts will beincluded in the packs. The Organiser will inform parties who have booked Pack Inserts of the number required onconfirmation of booking. The Organiser will inform parties of any increases or significant decreases in predicteddelegate numbers.

Exhibition onlyThe Organisers will produce a printed version of the exhibition floor plan. While the Organiser will attempt topreserve the printed layout of the Exhibition, should it be necessary to revise the layout for any reason, theOrganiser reserves the right to transfer an exhibitor to a suitable alternative space. The exhibitor must occupy thespace allocated by the Organiser. exhibitors will be allocated spaces based on the number of units booked.Exhibitors must not take up more space than they have booked without onsite authorisation from the Organiser.The exhibitor will have no claim against the Organiser, the venue or any other contractor with regards to any loss ordamage during the exhibition or carriage of equipment. Exhibitors are advised to ensure they have adequate insurance. It is the responsibility of the Exhibitor to ensure that employees and any display equipment complies with the latestlegislation, including Health and Safety at Work regulations. The exhibitor must abide by the set-up and breakdowntimes as stated by the Organiser. The set up/break down times will be listed in your confirmation information. If anExhibitor cannot attend the full conference they may wish to consider one of our sponsorship opportunities or aconference pack insert. Exhibition units will be reserved for exhibitors who can attend the full conference.Please ensure the documents in your Exhibition Information Pack at the conference are read and understood.

Sponsors onlyShould a sponsorship package include exhibition space the above Terms & Conditions must be adhered to. Allpackages are sold on a first-come first-served basis. BPS Conferences reserve the right to amend the contents ofall packages. The sponsor should provide the Organiser with logos in the correct format on request. The Organiserwill provide PDF samples of any printed materials containing the sponsors logo.

Important noteForce majeure: The British Psychological Society will not be liable for any failure to provide or delay in theprovision, all services, as a result of events or matters outside its control. This Booking Form constitutes a legallybinding contract. It may be necessary for reasons beyond the control of the British Psychological Society to changethe content and timing of the programme. In the unlikely event of the programme being cancelled, the BritishPsychological Society will automatically make a full refund but disclaim any further liability. By completing theBooking Form the Exhibitor/Sponsor agrees to all terms and conditions and all other instructions listed. IfExhibitor or Sponsor does not fit in with the overall ethical standards of the British Psychological Society theOrganiser will not agree to the sponsorship. By completing the booking form the Exhibitor/Sponsor agrees to all terms and conditions and all other instructionslisted.