SGIP_Prospectus_2015_FINAL

The Smart Grid Interoperability Panel (SGIP) is a consortium
that securely accelerates and advances Grid Modernization
through interoperability and the leadership talents of its members.
SGIP is committed to improving individual quality of life by
integrating energy resources securely, intelligently and efficiently.
Integrating Energy
for the Quality of Life
AN OPEN FORUM FOR INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION
Many countries have identified Grid Modernization as an important priority that
promises many benefits—from energy efficiency and reliability to economic
growth and environmental improvements. Our vision is to improve quality
of life by intelligently integrating energy resources. We believe by
collaborating, we can achieve this by securely accelerating and
advancing Grid Modernization through interoperability. SGIP
provides an ideal forum for collaboration and has formal
agreements with several international organizations.
SGIP MEMBERSHIP
With over 170 member organizations, SGIP membership is diverse
and well-balanced in five Interest categories. The diverse makeup
brings the collective knowledge together to accelerate innovation
and implementation of new energy services and strategies.
SGIP Interest Categories
Asset Owners
Those that own
and invest in the
infrastructure and
communications to
produce, transport
and/or distribute
energy.
Consumers, Policy &
Government
Service Providers &
System Administrators
Those that consume
energy or develop/
implement policies
governing the production
and delivery of energy
and related services to
such consumers.
Manufacturers
Those that provide the
equipment, software
and communications
gear and solutions for
the safe and efficient
generation, delivery
and utilization of
energy.
Service Providers &
System
Administrators
Those that provide
services in the energy
industry including the
independent
operation/
management of
transmission or
distribution systems.
SDOs & Consortia
Those that
develop and
communicate
broad industry
positions,
technologies and
standards.
Asset Owners
16%
Consumer, Policy,
Govt
15%
Manufacturers
16%
SDOs & Consortia
21%
Service Providers &
Sys Admin
32%
SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS  NOVEMBER 3-5, 2015  NEW ORLEANS

The Smart Grid Interoperability Panel (SGIP) invites you to
be a sponsor of the Annual Conference in New Orleans,
Louisiana, November 3-5, 2015
Showcase your business and services
in grid modernization.
THIS YEAR…
The theme for the 2015 Annual Conference is “Advancing through
Collaboration,” reflecting the critical need for interoperability and
knowledge-sharing to accomplish the objectives of modernizing our
power grid.
Based on past attendance, we are expecting a distinguished audience
of approximately 300+ participants, including utilities, service
providers, and energy industry echo system market participants. Typical
titles our attendees hold include President, Chief Executive Officer, Vice
President, Director and Managing Director.
Our attendees appreciate the shared experience and sense of
community the conference fosters, and our sponsors are a vital part of
making it happen. Please consider lending your support with one of the
following sponsorship packages.
REASONS AND BENEFITS TO SPONSOR AND ATTEND
THE SGIP 2015 ANNUAL CONFERENCE
1. BUSINESS CONNECTIONS: Our venue and size allow for face-to-face
meetings with the right people to create long-lasting and mutually
beneficial relationships.
2. NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES: Sponsors will have numerous ways
to personally interact with attendees during conference.
3. GAIN NEW INDUSTRY INSIGHT by attending keynote and session
speaker presentations throughout the event.
4. PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS: Sponsoring at SGIP’s conference is a
great opportunity to promote your organization and unveil your
company’s latest innovation or discovery.
What to Expect
at the SGIP 2015
Annual Conference
• 3 days of thought-provoking
presentations and meetings.
• Monday Evening VIP Reception
for Speakers and Sponsors
• Dynamic Keynote Panels to
begin Each Day of sessions
• Opening Plenary Symposium
• Post-Conference Member
Meetings open to all – take a
deep dive into SGIP
• 60+ Speakers
• Evening Gala Reception
• Plenty of networking
opportunities throughout the
event!

2015 Sponsorship Packages
DIAMOND SPONSOR- $20,000
1 AVAILABLE – EXCLUSIVE
• Receives billing next to SGIP on all conference
promotions and materials, in print and online
• Logo recognition on all on-site Conference signage
• Logo, link and 300-word description on website
• High logo placement on Conference Mobile App
• Four complimentary full conference registrations
• Four invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception
• Acknowledgement slide in general conference
plenary Sessions
• Featured sponsor of an email promotion blast
announcing Conference details
• Social Media recognition of your
conference sponsorship on Twitter – before, during
and after event
• Post-Event recognition in all post-event marketing
communications
• Hosted meeting space with signage, marketing
materials and promos
PLATINUM SPONSOR- $15,000
1 AVAILABLE – EXCLUSIVE
• Receives hosted meeting space and top billing on all
conference promotions and materials, in print and
online
• Four full complimentary conference registrations
• Four invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception
• Acknowledgement slide in general conference
plenary Sessions
conference sponsorship on Twitter – before, during
and after event
communications
GOLD SPONSOR- $10,000
NON-EXCLUSIVE (LIMIT 4)
• Receives second-tier billing on all conference
• Two complimentary full conference registrations
• Two invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for
Speakers and Sponsors
• Acknowledgement slide in general Conference Sessions
conference sponsorship on Twitter – before, during and
after event
communications
• Receives hosted meeting space with signage, marketing
materials and promos
SILVER SPONSOR- $5,000
NON-EXCLUSIVE (LIMIT 8)
• Logo recognition on Conference Mobile App
• One complimentary full conference registration
• Invitation to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for
Speakers and Sponsors
• Acknowledgement slide in general Conference Sessions
communications
HOST UTILITY SPONSORSHIP–
EXCLUSIVE
• Receives Two complimentary full conference
Passes
• Receives two invitations to Monday Evening’s VIP
Reception for Speakers and Sponsors
• Receives billing next to SGIP on all conference

2015 Sponsorship Event Opportunities
All sponsors receive an invitation to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for speakers, sponsors and invited high-level guests
and the opportunity to provide literature or promotional item in registration bag for attendees.
SPEAKER RECEPTION CO-SPONSOR -
$7,000; 2 AVAILABLE
Being held Monday evening for speakers, sponsors and
other VIPs to mingle and make introductions as the
unofficial kickoff event. Evening will include a taste and
touch of New Orleans.
• Opportunity to make opening remarks at event
• Opportunity to provide branded promotional
products to guests
• Logo recognition on reception invitation and
signage
• Logo and link within online Conference schedule
• Recognition as Event Sponsor in various media
engagements as deemed appropriate by SGIP
EVENING GALA Dinner and Reception
SPONSOR - $6,000; 5 AVAILABLE
Planned for Tuesday evening for all to mingle and
network over dinner and entertainment.
• Acknowledged at dinner
products to gala guests
• Logo recognition on event signage
CEO VENDOR KEYNOTE SPONSOR -
$4,000
2 AVAILABLE –Tuesday or Wednesday
• Opportunity to address the lunch crowd
• Provide branded promotional literature/products at
each table
• Logo recognition as keynote at both lunches on
signage
• Recognition as Sponsor in various media
LUNCH SPONSOR - $3,000
6 AVAILABLE
Great visibility to conference attendees with your
brand displayed at the lunch buffet.
• Logo recognition on signage at station
REFRESHMENT BREAK SPONSOR -
$3,000; 6 AVAILABLE
Gain exclusive access to attendees as they network,
sip coffee, snack and reflect on the sessions they just
attended. Your logo will be exclusively displayed on
table signage during the breaks.
• Logo recognition at all breaks on signage
NETWORKING RECEPTION SPONSOR -
$3,500; 3 AVAILABLE
Planned for Wednesday evening between sessions
and will include heavy hors d’ oeuvres.
• Acknowledged at reception
products to networking guests

2015 Sponsorship Additional Opportunities
All sponsors receive an invitation to Monday Evening’s VIP Reception for speakers, sponsors and invited high-level guests
and the opportunity to provide literature or promotional item in registration bag for attendees.
BREAKFAST SPONSOR - $2,000
6 AVAILABLE
Start the day off right with your brand displayed at the
morning breakfast buffet. Be the first in the eyes and on
the minds of the conference attendees.
• Signage at station
• Recognition as Sponsor in various media engagements
as deemed appropriate by SGIP
SPEAKER ROOM SPONSOR - $4,000
1 AVAILABLE - EXCLUSIVE
• Logo recognition on room signage
• Logo and link within online Conference details
EXCLUSIVE LANYARD SPONSOR - $3,500
Every attendee is required to wear a name badge throughout
the Conference and lanyards are a great way to enhance your
brand and increase your corporate visibility! This is an excellent
opportunity to ensure that your company's name will literally be
in front of every attendee.
• Sponsor's logo will appear lanyard
REGISTRATION BAG SPONSOR - $3,500
A great way to enhance your brand and increase your
corporate visibility.
• Sponsor's logo will appear on product
MOBILE APP SPONSOR - $2,500
4 AVAILABLE
• First Logo recognition on Conference Mobile App
• Logo recognition on signage
• Recognition as Mobile App Sponsor in various media
NIGHT CAP SPONSOR - $2,000
2 AVAILABLE
After the Gala, a chance to relax with colleagues over
scotch, port or other after dinner drink.
• Logo recognition on room signage
CHARGING STATION SPONSOR - $2,500
4 AVAILABLE
Many attendees carry multiple devices -- smartphones,
tablets and laptops -- all of which need precious juice to
keep working. High visibility signage opportunity on such a
well-used resource.
• Logo recognition on station signage
• Logo and link within online Conference details
PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY:
REGISTRATION INSERT - $300
Insert a branded piece of literature or other keepsake
into each registration kit for attendees.
Sign up online at the SGIP Registration Site!

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