PowerPoint Presentation · The 8th Singapore MICE Forum (SMF 2018) provides a much-needed annual platform for the regional MICE industry to gather, network and gain valuable insights

SMF 20 18 24-25JULY 20 18

Victoria Theat re & The Arts House

Join us at SMF 20 18 for an elect rifying day of

connect ion, collaborat ion, and insight .

www.SMF20 18.org

+65 97323941 | [email protected]

@SACEOS @saceos

SPONSORSHIP CONTACT

[email protected]

+65 6496 5534

+65 6496 5599

The 8th Singapore MICE Forum (SMF 2018) provides a much-needed annual platform for the regional MICE industry to gather, network and gain valuable insights and exchanges for their businesses.

As part of the Singapore MICE Week, the overall event includes an education component with

• Masterclasses• 1-2-1 Asia Business Meet• Singapore MICE Challenge (competition for Post-

Secondary Education Institutions)

8TH SINGAPORE

MICE FORUM 2018

ORGANISER

SACEOS was set up in 1979 to be the voice and champion of the meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions (MICE) industry, to help those in the business to develop and prosper, and to work closely with the government to meet the objective of making Singapore the best venue in Asia.

In Singapore, government agencies SACEOS works closely with include the International Enterprise Singapore (IE Singapore) and the Singapore Exhibition & Convention Bureau (SECB), a division of the Singapore Tourism Board (STB).

Who SACEOS represents• Professional Exhibition Organisers (PEOs)• Professional Conference Organisers (PCOs)• Meeting and Incentive Organisers• Suppliers of facilities and services to the exhibition,

convention and meeting industry such as audio-visual and equipment suppliers, freight forwarders, stand builders, venue operators, travel agents, hotels, printers and publishers, etc.

Our Mission• Set the direction for the growth and development of

the MICE industry.• Promote best practices and standards.• Enhance infrastructure and capabilities in the MICE

industry.

Our Vision• To be the leading MICE association to enhance

Singapore’s position as a premier global hub for the industry.

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“The old ways of peer-to-peer interaction is no longerenough. We want to fundamentally change the waywe've been meeting. We are defying status quo in theway we learn and interact. This is an unconventionalconvention, an intersection of multi-disciplines.

It is time for us to meet outside our industry, to learn adifferent way of thinking, connecting and engagingcommunities.”

Targeted Attendees

Key Opinion Leaders at SMF 2018

Virginia ChaAdjunct Professor of

Entrepreneurship and Family Enterprise

Felipe DaguilaHead JAPAC – Google Assistant & Strategic

Products and Partnerships

Jiarong DongSingularityU Shanghai

Ambassador & Founder of SOMA Education

Miguel BernasDigital Media & Marketing, Transformation Consultant

Young professionals and many more!

Chair of SMF 2018

OSCAR CEREZALES

Media

Associations

Universities

Destinations

Marketers

Design Thinkers

ContentDevelopers

Government

Corporates

Public Relations

DigitalCompanies

Advertising

Vision

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PROGRAMME

24 JULY 2018DAY 1

07:45 Registration

08:30 Opening09:00 Plenary10:00 Coffee Break

10:30

Breakouts• Growing your Organisation: Incremental VS Exponential• The Lost Art of Strategising Brands• Digital Ecosystem of the Future• Artificial Intelligence: Where is the Big Opportunity• Structuring Teams in a VUCA World• Future Business Models around Communities

12:00 Lunch / Matchmaking / Workshops

14:30

Breakouts• The Masters• Design Thinking: Human Centric Products and Services• Leading Teams in a Changing World• Restoration Innovation: Innovation with a Purpose• The Changing Role of a Marketer

16:00 Coffee Break

16:30 Plenary

17:30 Bus Transportation to Dinner (SMF Party)

18:00 Dinner (SMF Party)

25 JULY 2018DAY 2

08:00 Breakfast

09:15 Plenary10:15 Coffee Break

10:45

Breakouts• Principles and Examples of Business Transformation• AI with Tangible Outcomes• Influencers: The New Gold or The New Buzzword• From Data to Insights: Proving the ROI• Crowdsourcing: Unlocking the Beast• Connecting Audiences: A Broken Model?• E-Communities as Exponential Platforms• Future of Media

11:45 Manifesto

12:45 Closing

Note: The following programme above is subjected to change

SACEOS MEMBERS NON-MEMBERS

Early Bird Rate(Until 31 May 2018)

Normal RateEarly Bird Rate

(Until 31 May 2018)Normal Rate

Combo Package:i) 1.5-day Forum Passii) SMF Party

SGD 590 SGD 670 SGD 900 SGD 1,000

1.5-day Forum Pass SGD 480 SGD 560 SGD 740 SGD 840

SMF Party SGD 150 SGD 200

REGISTRATION

Group discount which applies to any organisations:• 5% discount for minimum 3 of the same passes• 10% discount for minimum 8 of the same passes• 15% discount for minimum 12 of the same passes

All rates are not inclusive of 7% GST

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SMF 2017

STATISTICS

Nearly 480 attendees, representing 26 countries, and 218companies, participated in SMF 2017. This provided theopportunity for them to have unparalleled face-to-facemeetings and engagement opportunities with potentialcustomers and prospects. The attendees were also able to selland showcase their products, profile their brand to newbuyers, and develop relationships with the key industryexperts.

475 26 218Delegates Countries Companies

37%

63%

• Corporates• Associations• PCO• DMC• OEI• Events Agency

• Venue• Convention Bureau• Training Institution• Media• Suppliers

Suppliers/Sellers Buyers

BREAKDOWN OF BUSINESS SECTORS

PAST ATTENDEES INCLUDE

6 sqm

1 Slot50 Tokens

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5

15%

The Cube Raw Exhibition Space1

10 Minutes The Sphere Talk during coffee break at The CubeIncludes 50 tokens per slot for machines²

Complimentary Passes to SMF

Complimentary Passes to SMF Party

Discount on additional registration prices and visibility items³

Company Description and Company Logounder SACEOS website and mobile app

Placement of Bag Inserts

Email Blast to delegates⁴

Video Screening of Company Promotional Materials at the Victoria Theatre⁵

6 sqm

2 Slots100 Tokens

10

10

25%

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SPONSORSHIP

PACKAGES

1. The raw exhibition space at Arts House, Gallery II, will be assigned by level of sponsorship and on a first-come, first-served basis upon submission of the completed application form. Includes 1 cocktail table, 2 high-chairs and power point.

2. Sponsors are able to select the timeslot for coffee break on a first-come, first-served basis upon submission of the completed application form. Push notifications will be sent to the delegate’s SMF 2018 mobile app to prompt them to participate. Tokens will be given to delegates who attend the talk.

3. Visibility item(s) can be selected under the list of Sponsorship Opportunities. The company may select the item(s) that best markets their brand and selections are based on a first-come, first-served basis upon submission of the completed application form.

4. 1 Electronic Direct Mailer (EDM) for each Sponsor, will be sent to feature the company, content to be curated and approved by SACEOS. Slots to assigned by level of sponsorship and on a first-come, first-served basis upon submission of the completed application form.

5. Up to 2 minutes of video screening at the Victoria Theatre. Timeslot to be assigned. Content to be curated and approved by SACEOS

Note: Prices above are not inclusive of GST

SGD 35,000 SGD 25,000

6 sqm

1 Slot50 Tokens

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2

10%

SGD 15,000

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SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES


The Sphere Talk is a 10 minute session scheduled between coffee breaks fordelegates to attend and enter a discussion with the Sponsored Speaker. ThisTED talk inspired session is a great way for Sponsored Speakers to engageand interact with the delegates.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF• Recognition of company logo on on-site collaterals, i.e. programme

board produced by SACEOS• Sponsor can incorporate fun elements to their session such as lucky

draws and games, but it will be subjected to SACEOS approval• Includes 50 tokens for giveaway to delegates per session*

THE SPHERE TALK SPONSORSGD 8,000

ENTITLEMENT INCLUDES:

THOUGHT LEADER

Learn, Unlearn and Relearn. SMF 2018 will consist of engaging topics and abreakthrough in how we will view the industry. With many opportunities tolearn, the event will consist of different sessions such as Plenaries, Breakoutsand Workshops. Sponsors will have the opportunity to have their logo andcompany name branded on their selected session and be part of creating thewhole SMF 2018 experience.

• Two (2) complimentary passes to SMF• Corporate logo branding will be placed on:

- Session of choice i.e. “Session Sponsored by:”- Programme (website, mobile app and programme book)

• Sponsor can display one temporary pull-up banner (maximum 85 cmwide x 200 cm high, produced by sponsor) within the Congress venue atdesignated location by SACEOS on the day of the dialogue session only

• Sponsor’s product and marketing collaterals allowed to be distributed toparticipants during the session– sponsor to provide

Note: Customised experiences can be created to suit your brand andbusiness objectives. For more information on a list of session, please feelfree to contact us.

SESSION SPONSORStarting at SGD 8,000


* Delegates can collect tokens through networking with Exhibitors/Sponsors and attending Sponsored Sessions to be used on Claw Machines and Capsule Machines for a chance to win attractive prizes throughout both days. For more information on branding opportunities, please refer to Sponsorship Opportunities: Visibility.

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EXHIBITION


THE CUBERAW EXHIBITION SPACE

SGD 450/sqm

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF• Recognition of company logo under all promotional materials and SMF 2018 website• Exhibitors will be entitled to the Early Bird Rate1 for additional delegate passes purchased• 1 cocktail table, 2 high-chairs and 1 power point• Includes 30 tokens for giveaway to delegates per exhibitor2


The Cube provides a platform where you may transform and brand the space for you to attract the crowd. Promote your brand and share with the delegates a list of endless products and/or services!

1. The Early Bird Rate is based on the exhibitor’s membership status with SACEOS.

2. Delegates can collect tokens through networking with Exhibitors/Sponsors and attending Sponsored Sessions to be used on ClawMachines and Capsule Machines for a chance to win attractive prizes throughout both days. For more information on brandingopportunities, please refer to Sponsorship Opportunities: Visibility.

MARKETPLACE

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SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES


SMF 2018 PARTY SPONSOR SGD 5,500 By tailoring the space and creating an enjoyable atmosphere for clients to

mingle, these exclusive designated hospitality spaces are a great opportunityfor you to brand your company and gain client exposure.

• Two (2) complimentary passes to SMF and SMF Party• Sponsor’s name and logo on the Congress website under Sponsors and

Exhibitors – Branded as “SMF 2018 Party Sponsor”• 5 minutes Sponsor’s Welcome Message to kick start the party• Logo acknowledgement on the tent cards at the forum party.• Sponsor can display up to two temporary pull-up banners (maximum 85

cm wide x 200 cm high, produced by sponsor) at the SMF party• Sponsor’s product and marketing collaterals allowed to be distributed to

participants during the session – sponsor to provideIncludes 100 tokens for giveaway to delegates*


NETWORKING

* Delegates can collect tokens through networking with Exhibitors/Sponsors and attending Sponsored Sessions to be used on Claw Machines and Capsule Machines for a chance to win attractive prizes throughout both days. For more information on branding opportunities, please refer to Sponsorship Opportunities: Visibility.

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SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES


VISIBILITY

*EXCLUSIVE*LANYARD SPONSOR SGD 8,000 This highly visible exclusive sponsorship will provide maximum branding

exposure for your company.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Logo acknowledgement on the lanyard and in all promotional

materials – Cost of production will be covered by SACEOS• Company will be listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website

*EXCLUSIVE BACK COVER*A5 MINI PROGRAM BOOK ADVERTSGD 8,000

Improve your visibility and reinforce your brand with take home messagesin this essential conference document. The SMF 2018 Programme Book isavailable to all participants and provides the full agenda and conferenceinformation.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Programme Book

would include sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork tobe approved by SACEOS

• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF



A6 2-SIDED DIRECTIONAL POST-CARD SPONSOR SGD 5,000 A6 2-Sided Directional Post-Card will be inserted into delegate badge

holders so that they refer to it when making their around SMF and SMFParty.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Post-Card would

include sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to beapproved by SACEOS

• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF• Recognition of company logo under sponsors section in all

promotional materials


*EXCLUSIVE INSIDE COVER*A5 MINI PROGRAM BOOK ADVERTSGD 5,000


Brand your Company Logo on these machines for all delegates to visit whenplaying your games for them to stand a chance to win a merchandise.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Claw Machine would include

sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to be approved by SACEOS• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF• Recognition of company logo under sponsors section in all promotional

materials• Opportunity to include sponsors’ prizes inside the Claw Machine

CLAW MACHINE SPONSOR SGD 12,000

CAPSULE MACHINE SPONSOR SGD 10,000 • One (1) complimentary pass to SMF

• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Capsule Machine wouldinclude sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to be approved bySACEOS

• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF• Recognition of company logo under sponsors section in all promotional

materials• Opportunity to include sponsors’ prizes inside the Capsule Machine



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SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES

VISIBILITY

*EXCLUSIVE*PICNIC BASKET SPONSOR SGD 6,000

Packed with delicious goodies, these Picnic Baskets will be handed out during theevent and provide maximum brand exposure.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Picnic Basket would include

sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to be approved bySACEOS


materials• Opportunity to include inserts, collaterals and gifts in the Picnic Basket,

subjected to SACEOS approval. Cost of production to be borne by sponsor.


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SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES


VISIBILITY

Congress bags are a must-have in every congress. What better way to brand yourcompany than to have everyone carrying it around?

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Tote Bag would include

sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to be approved by SACEOS• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for the SMF• Recognition of company logo under sponsors section in all promotional

materials• Opportunity to include inserts, collaterals and gifts in the Tote Bag, subjected

to SACEOS approval. Cost of production to be borne by sponsor.

*EXCLUSIVE*TOTE BAG SPONSORSGD 8,000


Ensure your brand is visible throughout SMF through branding on these penswhich will be provided to every delegate and clipped onto their lanyard.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Pen would include sponsor

company name and printed logo, artwork to be approved by SACEOS• Company listed under sponsors in the SACEOS website for SMF• Recognition of company logo under sponsors section in all promotional

materials

PENS SPONSOR SGD 5,000


Rain or shine, these umbrellas will be packed into the Tote Bags for alldelegates to use on sunny or rainy days.

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Umbrella would

include sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to beapproved by SACEOS


materials

UMBRELLA SPONSOR SGD 8,000


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SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES


VISIBILITY

COFFEE KIOSK / TEA KIOSK SPONSOR SGD 8,000 A good cup of coffee or tea is always important to start the day or keep us

going throughout the day. Branding these coffee/tea kiosks will giveexposure to all delegates visiting for a quick break

• One (1) complimentary pass to SMF• Cost of production to be borne by SACEOS. The Kiosk would include

sponsor company name and printed logo, artwork to be approved bySACEOS


materials


Custom experience can be developed. Kindly contact us for more information.

SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES COST (SGD) QUANTITY FINAL COST (SGD)

Diamond Package $35,000

Gold Package $25,000

Silver Package $15,000

EXHIBITION

The Cube RAW Exhibition Space $450/sqm sqm

NETWORKING

Session Sponsor (Item:_______________________________) $______________

The Sphere Talk Sponsor $8,000

SMF 2018 Party Sponsor $5,500

VISIBILITY

Lanyard Sponsor $8,000

Mini Programme Book Advert (Back Cover) $8,000

Mini Programme Book Advert (Inside Cover) $5,000

A6 2-Sided Directional Post-Card $5,000

Claw Machine $12,000

Capsule Machine $10,000

Power Bank with Built-in Cable $11,500

Picnic Basket $6,000

Tote Bag $8,000

Pen $5,000

Umbrella $8,000

Picnic Mat $5,000

Coffee Kiosk/Tea Kiosk $8,000

PASSES MEMBER/NON-MEMBER

Combo Package (Early Bird until 31 May 2018) $590 / $900

Combo Package (Normal Rate) $670 / $1,000

1.5-day Forum Pass (Early Bird Until 31 May 2018) $480 / $740

1.5-day Forum Pass (Normal Rate) $560 / $840

SMF Party $150 / $200

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESScan and email to: [email protected] (+65 6496 5534)

Company Name:

Company Address:

Country:

Contact Person:

Direct Tel:

Company Address:

Country:

Postal Code:

Designation:

Email:

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This booking form is a confirmation based on information provided in the SMF 2018 prospectus.

By ticking this box, I have read the terms and conditions of participating in SMF 2018 and I understand, accept and agree to abide by them.

Subject to availability and the congress organiser’s acceptance, my signature below denotes that I accept this Agreement on behalf of my organisationlisted above, agree to be invoiced for the total amount payable, and am authorised to make the commitment on behalf of my organisation.

Name (please print clearly) Signature Date (DD/MM/YY)

TERMS & CONDITIONS

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Conditions of ParticipationI. ApplicationProvided it is submitted within the registration period, this application constitutes the Sponsor’s offer to enter into a legally binding arrangement with theOrganizer strictly in accordance with these Conditions of Participation unless as otherwise stated by the Organizer.

II. Acceptance/Contractual Obligation1. The Organizer’s acceptance of the Sponsor’s offer is solely at the Organizer’s discretion, and shall be strictly in accordance with these Conditions ofParticipation unless as otherwise stated by the Organizer as provided at sub-clause 3 below. For the avoidance of doubt, should the number ofapplications for sponsorship complying with the requirement profile and received by the Organizer prior to the expiration of the registration periodexceed the number of available slots for sponsorship, the admission of successful Sponsor applicants shall be solely at the discretion of the Organizer.The decision of the Organizer in this regard shall be final.

2. The Sponsor may be disqualified from admission to the conference, if the Sponsor failed in the past to fulfil his financial obligations vis-à-vis theOrganizer at any time, or if he failed to fulfil such financial obligations within the prescribed period of time.

3. A legally binding contract between the Sponsor and the Organizer shall be concluded upon written notification of acceptance from the Organizer to theSponsor (“the Acceptance”) except as provided herein. Should the content of the Acceptance differ from that of this application, the contract shall beconcluded under the terms of the Acceptance. Additionally, if the Organizer finds it necessary to change the dates of the Event and/or to change thevenue of the Event (“the Change”), provided that any changes are reasonably made, the Organizer shall notify the Sponsor of the Change in writing. TheOrganizer shall have the opportunity to object to the Acceptance or the Change in writing within 2 weeks after receipt of the written notification.

4. The Acceptance only applies to the Event, the Sponsor, its products and/or services.

5. Upon expiration of the 2-week objection period provided at sub-clause 3 above, there shall be no release from this contract without the Organizer’sconsent.

6. The following cases will fall solely within the Sponsor’s scope of risk:

a) where the products, which have been stipulated for the presentation, cannot be introduced at the venue of the event due to legal requirementsprevailing there or due to other reasons, or

b) Where such products do not arrive in time, do not arrive undamaged or do not arrive at the venue of the event at all – e.g. as a result of any loss, delayin transport or customs, etc. – or

c) Where the journey of the Sponsor’s employees or the Sponsor’s stand or installation personnel is delayed or becomes impossible.

The Sponsor will in all the above cases remain under the obligation to pay all the contractual charges and fees agreed upon.

7. All cancellations on the part of the Sponsor should be made in writing to the Organizer at least 1 month before the commencement of the Event.Should the Sponsor cancel its participation one (1) month prior to the commencement of the conference, a cancellation fee of 50% of the CancellationCharge will apply. Cancellation less than 1 month before commencement of show will result in a cancellation fee of 75% of the Cancellation Charge.Cancellation less than 2 weeks before commencement of show will result in a cancellation fee of 100% of the Cancellation Charge. For the purpose of thissub-clause the term “Cancellation Charge” shall be equal to the sponsorship amount or the sponsorship value of products/services provided in kind.

III. Participation Fee and Other Costs / Terms of Payment

1. The Organizer shall invoice the Sponsor no later than 2 weeks prior to the Event.

2. Failure to make payment in time will result in interest charges amounting to 6% per annum. Should the damages incurred by the Organizer exceed thisinterest amount, he shall be entitled to these additional damages. The claim for compensation will cease or be reduced, if the Sponsor may prove that theOrganizer has incurred substantially less or no damage as a result of the payment default.

3. Should payment of the invoice not be received within 2 weeks of the date of the invoice, the Organizer is entitled to terminate the contract.

4. As a security for all claims the Organizer might have against the Sponsor, the Organizer has a pledge on all movable objects belonging to the Sponsor onthe stand area.

5. Any services that the Organizer has provided will be invoiced either in SGD, EUR, in USD or in another currency to be determined by the Organizer atthe Organizer’s discretion. The Sponsor is obliged to pay the amount and currency stipulated on the invoice (“billing currency”). Should the Organizer, as acourtesy, accept settlement of the invoice in a currency other than the billing currency, such payment must be calculated based on the conversion on theofficial buying rate of the billing currency on the date of payment. Any exchange rate losses in relation to the billing currency after the invoice becomesdue for payment are at the Sponsor’s expense.

6. Any complaints relating to the invoice must be made in writing, without undue delay, at the latest 2 weeks after receipt; complaints submitted at alater date cannot be considered.

7. Any projecting or overhanging parts, pillars, installation connections and other permanent internal fittings in the stand space do not entitle therespective Sponsor to any reduction in the participation or other costs.

8. The Organizer shall also be entitled to the payment of the full amount, should the Sponsor fail to fulfil any of his contractual obligations. This does notaffect further claims for damages. Should the Organizer fail to fully or partially fulfil his contractual obligation, the Sponsor isentitled to a proportional reimbursement of any payments already made by the Sponsor. Exceeding claims are excluded in accordance with section VII.

9. In the event of counter claims being made against those claims arising from the contract, the sponsor may only set off or assert his right of retention inas far as these claims are undisputed or have been awarded by an enforceable judgment.

10. Should an invoice upon request of the Sponsor be sent to a third party, this does not constitute any waiver of claims or obligations of the Sponsor. Thelatter remains obliged to pay until such time as the account receivable has been settled in full.

11. All payments being due to the Organizer must be made in full without deductions, whereas bank charges, currency exchange fees etc. have to beborne by the Sponsor or debtor.

IV. Warranty / Liability / Insurance

1. The Organizer does not assume any obligation to exercise proper care of exhibits, stand fittings and objects, which are the property of the standpersonnel. Any liability for damages and losses is expressly excluded, if it is possible to underwrite the risks. This does not affect the liability incurred bywilful acts or grossly negligent misconduct. This exclusion of liability is not affected by security measures of the Organizer.

2. Within the scope of liability, the statutory regulations concerning the burden of proof shall continue to apply; they will not be affected by this clauseexcept in cases concerning liquidated damages.

3. The Sponsor is liable to the Organizer for any damage inflicted on the Organizer, provided that such damage is attributable to the Sponsor’s culpable(wilful action or negligence) action or the culpable action of the Sponsor’s personnel, the Sponsor’s employees or any third party which the Sponsor hasappointed or any other third parties, whose services the Sponsor is using for the purpose of fulfilling his obligations.demand liquidated damages in the amount of 25 % of the participation fee (including rent and additional services) without providing any proof. However,in this case the Sponsor shall have the right to prove that a damage or loss has not been incurred or that the quantum of the damage or loss incurred isless than the liquidated damage. The Organizer may choose to claim damages exceeding the amount of 25 % of the participation fee if the Organizer canprove such higher damage.

5. The Sponsor shall be liable and bear the risk for all damages incurred during transportation to and from the conference venue including all damagesincurred during transportation within the conference building.

V. Period of LimitationAny claims of the Sponsor, which may be asserted against the Organizer and which may arise from the contractual relationship, as well as all other claimsrelating thereto, shall become time-barred after one year, unless a shorter statutory limitation period applies or the liability of the Organizer results froman intentional action. The longer statutory limitation period for tortuous claims, fraudulent intent and culpable impossibility of performance shall remainunaffected. The limitation period shall commence at the close of the month, in which the closing date of the eventfalls.

VI. Reservations / Final Provisions1. The Sponsor is solely responsible for compliance with all the laws, guidelines, and other regulations being applicable at the place of venue of the event,even if the contents of the Organizer’s Conditions for Participation deviate from such regulations. The Sponsor must inquire about the relevantregulations prevailing at the venue of the event promptly and comprehensively, and thereby obtain the required information. The Organizer will notassume any liability for damages and other losses, which might result from any non-compliance with this obligation.

2. The Organizer shall have the right to postpone, shorten, extend or cancel the event, as well as to terminate the event temporarily or definitely, as wellas individually or collectively, if such an action is required due to unforeseen events such as force majeure, natural disasters, wars, disturbances, strikes,breakdown or obstruction of traffic and communication. In the event of any postponement, shortening, extension or termination, the Sponsor shall notbe entitled to the payment of any resulting damages, which the Sponsor may suffer. The Sponsor shall have the right to rescind the contract, if he losesinterest in participating because of such an action and if the Sponsor consequently waives the reservation for the stand space allotted to him. Upon fullknowledge of the change, the rescission of the contract must be declared in writing and without undue delay.

3. In case of the cancellation of an event, the Organizer shall not be liable for damages and/or other losses, which might be incurred for the Sponsor.Upon request of the Organizer, the Sponsor will be obligated to defray a reasonable share of the expenses resulting from the preparation of the event.The amount of the share to be paid by each Sponsor shall be stipulated by the Organizer after consultation with the business organizations concerned,whereas the maximum shall be 5% of the total costs. By signing the application form the Sponsor acknowledges the Organizer’s Conditions ofParticipation together with all other regulations relating to the contractual relationship, as legally binding.

4. Should these provisions be or become partially legally invalid, vague or void, this shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions or the contract.In this event, the parties bind each other to replace the invalid provision with a valid provision that comes to the commercial purpose of the invalidprovision as close as possble.

5. This contract constitutes the entire agreement of the parties relating to the subject matter addressed in this contract. This contract supersedes all priorcommunications, contracts, or agreements between the parties with respect to the subject matter addressed in this contract, whether oral or written. Allagreements, approvals and alterations to the contract must be made in writing.

VII. Place of Fulfilment / Jurisdiction / Governing Law1. The place of fulfilment for monetary obligations of the Sponsor – no matter on which legal basis – shall be the principal place of business of theOrganizer (i.e. Singapore).

2. The parties submit all their disputes arising out of or in connection with this contract to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Singapore.

3. This contract is governed by and shall be construed in accordance with the laws of Singapore.

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PowerPoint Presentation · The 8th Singapore MICE Forum (SMF 2018) provides a much-needed annual platform for the regional MICE industry to gather, network and gain valuable insights