FLAGGL 2018 Conference Information & Sponsorship Package August 20-22 Hyatt Regency Orlando Orlando, Florida www.FLAGGL.org 1
FLAGGL 2018Conference Information &
Sponsorship PackageAugust 20-22
Hyatt Regency Orlando
Orlando, Florida
www.FLAGGL.org1
About FLAGGLThe Florida Association of Government Guaranteed Lenderswas founded in order to:
Promote the education and training of lenders serving thesmall business community – providing affordable, timelytraining to ensure that lenders, packagers, attorneys and otherprofessionals are processing government guaranteed loans inaccordance with current rules and regulations of the UnitedStates Small Business Administration and the United StatesDepartment of Agriculture.
Advance the goals and mission of the United States SmallBusiness Administration by furthering the development ofsmall business concerns, assisting in the delivery of capital tothe small business community and conducting publicdiscussion groups, forums, panels, lectures, or other similarprograms.
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President
Deborah PetrellFlorida First Capital Finance Corp.
561-756-1745
Chair-Elect
Victor Diaz
Starfield & Smith, PC
407-618-0694
Secretary
Sandra Anderson
Sunshine Economic Development Corp.
727-828-8018
Treasurer
Lynne Singletary
BankUnited
321-972-8840
Preceding Chair
Rick Von Minden
United Community Bank
954-916-2628
Richard McClintock
Chase Business Banking
Lynne Singletary
BankUnited
Fred Schmid
Fidelity Bank
Teressa Galloway
American Momentum Bank
Vincent Muratore
Stone Bank
Marianne Keehan
TD Bank
Ray Drew
ReadyCap Lending
About our ConferenceThis year’s conference is expected to host a cross section of
attendees from various industry institutions throughout the
state of Florida and will include general sessions, keynote
addresses, breakout sessions and networking opportunities
with other colleagues and SBA officials. We are currently in the
process of forming the agenda and will provide updates
regularly as speakers and sessions are confirmed. Some topics
from this year’s agenda may include*:• Navigating the New SOP 50 10 5 (J) - Let's Talk!• Building your Brand - LinkedIn and Beyond• Creating an Effective SBA Lending Team• Strategies for Protecting your Guaranty• Communication in the Digital Age - Targeting your Audience• How to Grow your Pipeline & Exceed your Production Goals
*Agenda formulation in progress – topics subject to change
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Conference Itinerary
Golf TournamentExhibitor & Attendee Check-inWelcome Reception
BreakfastWelcome AddressGeneral SessionKeynote LuncheonAll-Day Breakout SessionsReception
BreakfastGeneral SessionPrizes & Awards
Conference VenueHyatt Regency Orlando is an iconichotel in the heart of everythingOrlando, Florida has to offer - themeparks, shopping, dining, and nightlife.There’s something for everyone,including: two sparkling pools, a full-service spa and salon, StayFit™ Gym,tennis courts, bicycle rentals, andbeautiful indoor and outdoor eventspace.
Indulge in locally inspired cuisine withfive full-service restaurants, two bars,a grab & go market and 24-hour roomservice.
Explore the area with two daily I-RideTrolley tickets to I-Drive locationsincluding Pointe Orlando, I-Drive 360,SeaWorld and Aquatica. Just minutesfrom Universal Orlando Resort andWalt Disney World Resort.
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Monday 8/20 Tuesday 8/21 Wednesday, 8/22
Hotel Reservations
Group Rate $195
Rates are good up to three days pre and post conference dates pending availability. A limited number of rooms are available for nights prior to conference start, so if you’re golfing, be sure to make your reservation now for the night of the 19th . Rooms will book VERY QUICKLY – we sell out every year.
Activities & Networking Events Sponsored by YOUOur sponsors will be front and center during our three networking events.
To reserve your room:Visit FLAGGL.org/Events
For government rates, email [email protected]
Our GOLF TOURNAMENT on Monday morning will have a shotgunstart at 9:00 am. One Platinum level sponsor will have anopportunity to choose exclusive tournament sponsorship, includingsignage at the entrance to the club, hole-in-one prize sponsorship,boxed lunch sponsorship, and an opportunity to provide a sponsoredgolf promo item. Individual contest holes will also be sponsored byremaining Platinum and Gold sponsors. Cost for the tournament is$135 per player and includes lunch and drink tickets. Golf can beadded during sponsor or attendee registration. 4
Our WELCOME RECEPTION on Monday evening will be held inthe exhibitor hall from 5:30-7:00 pm. One Platinum levelsponsor will have an opportunity to choose exclusivereception sponsorship, including signage at the entrance anda specialty drink in your name. The reception will include horsd’oeuvres and cocktails.
Our Reception on Tuesday evening will be held on propertyfrom 6:00-8:00 pm. Our DIAMOND level sponsor will haveexclusive sponsorship of this well-attended event including
signage at the entrance and a specialty drink in your name.
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Sponsorship Opportunities & Benefits
With thousands of contacts across the state of Florida, FLAGGL has an extensive reach. Our conference emailblasts will reach professionals in the small business industry every 2-4 weeks, leading up to the start of theconference. All conference sponsors will have prominent placement on these email blasts and on our website,based on level of commitment.
The exhibitor hall will be placed directly within the first portion of the ballroom, so that attendees must enterthrough the exhibit hall to attend all general sessions and meals. Throughout the conference, we ensure thatthere is a significant amount of time between sessions for networking and exhibitor visits. In addition, all foodand beverage is placed directly in the exhibitor hall.
DIAMOND PLATINUM GOLD
Exclusive Sponsor of Tuesday Reception ✓ N/A N/A
Complimentary Exhibit Booth ✓ ✓ ✓
Complimentary Attendees 3 2 1
Complimentary Golfers 2 N/A N/A
Additional Attendees at Half Price 2 2 1
Your Logo on Choice of Attendee Materials ✓ ✓ N/A
Choice of Event Sponsorship N/A ✓ N/A
Returning Sponsor 5% Discount ✓ ✓ N/A
Advance Attendee Contact ListOne Month
PriorOne Week
PriorOne Week
Prior
Premier Sponsor Levels
* The above represents high level benefits for comparison purposes. See full listing of all benefits to follow for additional information.
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DIAMOND LEVEL $5000
3 Free Attendees2 Additional at 50% DiscountUnlimited Attendees at $2992 Free Golfers
Conference Attendees
Complimentary 8’x10’ BoothPrime Placement in BEST Location
Exhibit Booth
This is an EXCLUSIVE Sponsorship Level – only ONE Diamond sponsor will be awarded – first come, first served
5% Loyalty Discount on 2019 Platinum or Diamond sponsorship
Loyalty Discount
Logo on FLAGGL WebsiteLogo on all Conference emails
Exclusive advance receipt of attendee list one month prior, along with one week prior with all other sponsors
Advance Exposure
Verbal recognition during conference welcome and closing with opportunity for someone from your company to introduce one of our general session speakers
Signage on one sponsored contest hole during golf tournament
Exclusive Sponsor of Tuesday evening reception – includes signage and verbal recognition
Featured Sponsor on Mobile App with rotating banner ads and interactive exhibit booth locator
Opportunity to provide branded ad slide to display during all general sessions
Logo as presenting sponsor on banner signage at registration and on main stage
Opportunity to provide branded banner or signage for display on main stage or in registration area
Your logo on one of the following attendee materials (choices shared with Platinum sponsors – first to register receives first choice): Conference Bags, Lanyards/Badges, Notebook/Padfolio, Other Promo Item, Mini Agenda, Conference WiFi
Opportunity to provide branded promotional item for inclusion in all attendee bags
Conference Visibility
All Sponsor levels include one-year membership in FLAGGL for your organization, including posting on our FLAGGL website
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PLATINUM LEVEL $4000
2 Free Attendees2 Additional at 50% Discount
Conference Attendees
Complimentary 8’x10’ BoothPrime Placement in High Traffic Area
Exhibit Booth
5% Loyalty Discount on 2019 Platinum or Diamond sponsorship
Loyalty Discount
Logo on FLAGGL WebsiteLogo on all Conference emails
Advance receipt of attendee list one week prior with all other sponsors
Advance Exposure
Verbal recognition during conference welcome and closing
Signage on one sponsored contest hole during golf tournament
Rotating banner ad and interactive exhibit booth locator on Mobile App
Choice of sponsorship of one of the following (first to register receives first choice): Golf Tournament, Welcome Reception, Welcome Breakfast (includes introduction of speaker), Keynote Luncheon (includes introduction of speaker), Grand Prize Drawing, Mobile Charging Station
Opportunity to provide branded ad slide to display during all general sessions
Logo on banner signage at registration and on main stage
Your logo on one of the following attendee materials (choices shared with Diamond and Platinum sponsors – first to register receives first choice): Conference Bags, Lanyards/Badges, Notebook/Padfolio, Other Promo Item, Mini Agenda, Conference WiFi
Opportunity to provide branded promotional item for inclusion in all attendee bags
Conference Visibility
All Sponsor levels include one-year membership in FLAGGL for your organization, including posting on our FLAGGL website 8
GOLD LEVEL $2500
1 Free Attendee1 Additional at 50% Discount
Conference Attendees
Complimentary 8’x10’ Booth
Exhibit Booth
Logo on FLAGGL WebsiteLogo on all Conference emails
Advance receipt of attendee list one week prior with all other sponsors
Advance Exposure
Signage on one sponsored contest hole during golf tournament
Rotating banner ad and interactive exhibit booth locator on Mobile App
Co-sponsorship of all morning and afternoon breaks with other Gold sponsors
Opportunity to provide branded ad slide to display during all general sessions
Logo on banner signage at registration and on main stage
Opportunity to provide branded promotional item for inclusion in all attendee bags
Conference Visibility
All Sponsor levels include one-year membership in FLAGGL for your organization, including posting on our FLAGGL website 9
SILVER LEVEL $1000
None included
Conference Attendees
Logo on FLAGGL WebsiteLogo on all Conference emails
Advance receipt of attendee list one week prior with all other sponsors
Advance Exposure
Logo on banner signage at registration and on main stage
Opportunity to provide branded promotional item for inclusion in all attendee bags
Conference Visibility
All Sponsor levels include one-year membership in FLAGGL for your organization, including posting on our FLAGGL website
EXHIBITOR ONLY $1500
1 Free Exhibitor Attendee
Conference Attendees
Logo on FLAGGL WebsiteLogo on all Conference emails
Advance receipt of attendee list one week prior with all other sponsors
Advance Exposure
Logo on banner signage at registration and on main stage
Opportunity to provide branded promotional item for inclusion in all attendee bags
Conference Visibility
Complimentary 8’x10’ Booth
Exhibit Booth
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How To SponsorTo register, visit our website at www.FLAGGL.org/Events and click .
Or access the registration site directly at:https://eventfullyyourz.wufoo.com/forms/flaggl-2018-sponsorexhibitor-registration/
Reasons to Register Early:➢ First choice of exclusive sponsorship options➢ Exhibitor spaces will fill up fast (we have sold out every year)➢ Booth space assignments are assigned based on sponsorship level and order of registration, so the earlier you
register, the better placement you will have➢ Sponsors are listed on each email blast announcement to our database and on our website – registering early
maximizes your visibility
Registering Attendees:Early Bird pricing of $349 applies until April 13th, at which time prices increase to $399 until July 1st. Late registration rates of $449 apply after July 2nd. To register attendees outside of a sponsorship, visit our event registration page at: https://eventfullyyourz.wufoo.com/forms/flaggl-2018-attendee-registration/
Sponsorship Questions:Please contact our event management team at [email protected] for all conference related questions or call 844-887-6477. Our group website is www.flaggl.org, which will be a good resource for conference information, and will list all of our current sponsors.
Sponsorship Chair:Fred Schmid [email protected]
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