2009 Human Resources Conference

Register by Friday, April 17, 2009  to save up to $300

Bonus!
Register for the 2009 BIO International Convention for $195
Upon completion of our HR conference, for an additional $195, you can stay on in Atlanta and attend the BIO International Convention

The $195 rate will be available as you register for the BIO HR Conference

sponsors

Gold

Nature Jobs
Saylor & Hill Co

Silver

Clark Executive Search
Culpepper Surveys
Metrix
Mintz Levin
Wells Fargo

Bronze

Buck Consultants, an ACS Company
Pharmaceutical Institute
Radford

Supporting

AAAS/Science
Career Solutions International
ORC Worldwide

 

What Attendees Say About Us

“Every year I look forward to the BIO HR Conference.  It is the one meeting of the year where we have a chance to network with fellow Human Resource professionals and colleagues in our industry.  The speakers and plenary sessions are educational and thought provoking, and there is always a nice variety of topics from which to choose.  I look forward to this year’s conference and the opportunity to, once again, gain incredible insight into our industry’s profession”.

 

Yvonne Gehring
Director, Human Resources
ChemoCentryx, Inc.
850 Maude Avenue
Mountain View, CA  94043

 

 

Sponsors

View 2009 Sponsors | Download the Sponsorship Prospectus

Sponsorship is one of the most effective tools for connecting with industry decision-makers.  With a wide range of opportunities, your participation at the 2009 BIO Human Resources Conference is a valuable way to promote your organization to over 300 HR leaders in the life sciences community.  

As a sponsor, you:

  • Enhance your brand image before an audience of C-level executives,
  • Create relationships and develop new business ,
  • Spotlight key executives, and
  • Amplify your presence and credibility as a leader in biotech services and consulting.

 

Sponsorship benefits may include:

  • free registration(s),
  • complimentary exhibit space,
  • advertising in on-site conference materials,
  • opportunity to feature a corporate video,
  • mailing labels of all conference attendees,
  • and more.

 

We offer sponsorship opportunities designed to fit every business plan and budget. Single or multi-item sponsorship packages can be tailored to achieve your business goals and help establish a stronger presence.

Opportunities include:

  • plenary luncheons,
  • internet stations,
  • refreshment breaks,
  • the conference final program,
  • and more.

 

To customize your sponsorship package, contact Caroline Boch today at cboch@bio.org / (202) 962-9232.


Download the Sponsorship Prospectus

 

SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

Chairs’ Reception
Level of Support: $8,500
Exclusive
Date: Sunday, May 17th

  • This relaxing reception welcomes attendees to the 2009 BIO Human Resources Conference
  • All food and beverage provided by BIO, with no additional cost to the sponsor
  • Sponsor recognition signage provided by BIO
  • Opportunity to display literature and/or giveaways
  • Recognition as a Gold sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Meeting Bags
Level of Support: $8,500
Exclusive

  • This is an ideal promotional opportunity yielding maximum visibility for the entire conference and beyond as registrants take the meeting bags home to use in their own communities
  • Sponsor’s logo will be displayed prominently on each conference bag
  • Recognition as a Gold sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed in Benefits Matrix

 

Souvenir Gift
Level of Support: $8,500
Exclusive

  • The souvenir gift welcoming attendees to the 2009 BIO Human Resources Conference (souvenir gift TBD by BIO)
  • Sponsor’s logo will be strategically placed on the souvenir gift
  • Recognition as a Gold Sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Plenary Luncheon
Level of Support: $6,500 each
Opportunities Available: 2

  • The Plenary Luncheon sessions feature a panel or guest speaker discussing relevant HR topics within the industry
  • Luncheon food and beverage provided by BIO, with no additional cost to the sponsor
  • Sponsor logo displayed on presentation screen in plenary room (to run during meal service)
  • Sponsor recognition signage provided by BIO
  • Opportunity to display literature on draped table near the plenary room entrance or have one corporate material placed at each seat within the plenary room
  • Recognition as a Silver sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

Plenary Breakfast
Level of Support: $6,500
Opportunities Available: 2

  • The Plenary Breakfast sessions signal the start of the day’s program and feature a panel or guest speaker discussing relevant HR topics within the industry
  • Breakfast food and beverage provided by BIO, with no additional cost to the sponsor
  • Sponsor logo displayed on presentation screen in plenary room (to run during meal service)
  • Sponsor recognition signage provided by BIO
  • Opportunity to display literature on draped table near the plenary room entrance or have one corporate material placed at each seat within the plenary room
  • Recognition as a Silver sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Water Bottles & Refill Stations
Level of Support: $5,000
Exclusive

  • As the exclusive water bottle & refill station sponsor, your organization will receive unparalleled branding throughout the conference and beyond as attendees use and reuse the item.
  • Each attendee will receive the branded water bottle upon check-in at registration.
  • Sponsor logo placement on water bottles.
  • Sponsor recognition at each refill station in the conference area.
  • Recognition as a Bronze sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Final Program 
Level of Support: $5,000
Exclusive

  • This exclusive sponsorship offers an excellent marketing tool to promote your corporate message for the duration of the conference
  • Sponsor has premium choice for placing a full-page (four-color) ad on the front-inside cover or back-inside cover in the Final Program
  • Sponsor logo and recognition on front cover of the Final Program
  • Recognition as a Bronze sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Internet Stations
Level of Support: $5,000
Exclusive

  • A computer with an open internet connection is a magnet, and provides the perfect placement to achieve visibility. Sponsor’s logo will be seen on and around the screen every time attendees check their stocks and e-mail
  • Sponsor recognition signage at stations
  • Recognition as a Bronze sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Lanyard
Level of Support: $5,000
Exclusive

  • Each attendee’s name badge comes with a lanyard that will feature the Sponsor’s logo, offering tremendous visibility for the entire conference
  • Recognition signage as lanyard sponsor in registration area
  • Recognition as a Bronze sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Track
Level of Support: $3,500 each
Opportunities Available: 4
   Track 1: HR Global
   Track 2: HR Strategic
   Track 3: HR Development
   Track 4: HR Best Practices

  • Exclusive sponsorship of a track featuring six 75-minute sessions that focus on related issues
  • Sponsor recognition signage displayed outside presentation room for the duration of the program
  • Opportunity to display promotional materials and giveaways on literature table
  • Recognition as a Bronze sponsor
  • Additional Bronze Sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

Refreshment Breaks
Level of Support: $3,000
Opportunities Available: 2
Dates: Monday, May 18th / Tuesday, May 19th

  • Reach attendees throughout the day with your corporate recognition displayed on signage.
  • Sponsorship of all breaks throughout selected day of programming
  • Light refreshments and/or beverages provided by BIO, with no additional cost to the sponsor
  • On-site corporate recognition signage provided by BIO
  • Recognition as a Supporting sponsor
  • Additional Supporting Sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

2009 BIO Human Resources Conference Supporter
Level of Support: $2,500
Limited Available

  • Sponsor will receive one (1) complimentary 6’ tabletop
  • Recognition as a Supporting sponsor
  • Additional sponsor benefits are listed on the Benefits Matrix

 

2009 BIO Human Resources Conference
SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS MATRIX

 

Gold
$8,500

Silver
$6,500

Bronze
$5,000

Supporting
$2,500

Complimentary Full-Conference Registration(s)

Three (3)

Two (2)

One (1)

N/A

Opportunity to place one (1) pre-approved company material in meeting bag

Yes

N/A

N/A

N/A

Company Description in Final Program
(50 words)

Yes

Yes

 

Yes

N/A

Recognition on conference website

Yes- Logo with hyperlink

Yes- Logo

Yes- Listing

Yes- Listing

Recognition on On-site signage

Yes- Logo

Yes- Logo

Yes- Listing

Yes- Listing

Recognition in Final Program

Yes- Logo

Yes- Logo

Yes- Listing

Yes- Listing

Final Program Advertisement

Full-page

Half-page

N/A

N/A

Mailing Labels of all attendees – available post-conference

Complimentary

Complimentary

N/A

N/A

 

6’ Tabletop – includes one (1) complimentary exhibit-only registration

Complimentary

Complimentary

Complimentary

Complimentary

 

 

For more information or questions please contact:
Caroline Boch – cboch@bio.org,  (202) 962-9232



About BIO

The BIO HR Conference is produced by the Biotechnology Industry Organization (BIO), the preeminent trade association promoting growth in the biotechnology industry.  BIO also produces the BIO International Convention.

All profits from BIO International Convention and other events are reinvested into industry and member services, including legislative advocacy, industry promotion, and global partnering services.

Visit us online: www.bio.org

 

Committee Questions?

Feel free to contact the chair committee below, if you have any questions or need information.

2009 BIO HR Conference Chair Committe

 

Contact Us

We are here to assist you in your decision to join us in Atlanta.

If you need help with registration or have questions about the event, please call Evan Hart at +1.202.962.9500 or email register@bio.org.

If you need help with sponsorship, please call Caroline Boch at +1.202.962.9232 or
email at cboch@bio.org