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Welcome

I’m pleased to announce and invite you to be part of PMI UK’s 2013 Synergy event, an Annual

Project Management conference that recognises, celebrates and raises the profile of every Project

Manager.

Synergy is organised almost entirely by volunteers from the UK Chapter of the Project

Management Institute (PMI), the world’s largest project management organisation.

After two years of successful performances and feedback from our attendees and valued

Sponsors, we are planning some exciting changes this year aimed specifically at our sponsors.

The Synergy 2013 theme is “What good looks like and how to achieve it”

750+ attendees are expected at Synergy in 2013. Sponsorship is a great opportunity for you to be

part of this day and connect with the Project Management profession at large.

I invite you to participate in this unique occasion and celebrate with us.

Rajiv Dua

Director of Commercial Events, PMI UK Chapter

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About us

We are the United Kingdom Chapter of the

Project Management Institute (PMI). PMI is

the world’s leading not-for-profit membership

association for the project management

profession with over half a million members.

In 2013, Synergy is expected to be the

biggest event of its kind ever seen in Europe.

We have big plans and in order to realise

these ambitions we need the support of our

partners.

We aim to reach out to every organisation,

industry and individual touched by project

management to invite their participation in

what we fully expect to be a fantastic

experience for all involved.

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About Synergy

A Celebration. Synergy will highlight the value of project

management and the impact it can have when put to use

effectively. A number of organisations are currently

seeking to raise the level of professionalism specific to

their project management capability. Synergy is not ‘just

another conference’, in fact it’s not a conference at all,

rather it’s a landmark occasion celebrating the project

management profession. We wish to make the day truly

memorable. We are confident we will be able to offer an

unparalleled bill of speakers from the UK and overseas,

speakers that inspire and truly make us proud to be project

managers.

Inclusive. We want employers, professional bodies,

academic institutions, government and of course

practicing project managers to come together in

recognition of the contribution we make as a

profession. Whilst being organised by the PMI UK

Chapter, we hope to benefit the professional at large. We

truly hope all elements of the profession will wish to

participate. We have made it our business to ensure the

event is as inclusive as possible.

Affordable. Traditionally project management

conferences can be costly affairs running into hundreds if

not thousands of pounds. Synergy ticket prices represent

very good value for money and put the event within reach

of everyone. For us this is not about profit, it’s about

putting something back into the profession of which we are

all a part.

G-local. The fact that the event is part of a wider network

of events ensures a global dimension to the event, so

global. The fact that it is being organised by the UK

Chapter ensures a local flavour, hence ‘G-local’. The

vision is that the event will be a hub for the activities being

organised to celebrate International Project Management

Day .

Unique. The format of the event ensures the audience will

enjoy the day rather than ‘endure’ it. Project management

speakers rub shoulders with inspirational speakers and

CEOs with a passion for Project Management. The mix

creates a powerful synergy.

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Programme Details

Venue : Central Hall, Westminster

Date : Friday, 8th November, 2013, 08:00 am to 05:00 pm

Taming Tigers by Jim Lawless

Jim is one of the world’s leading

inspirational speakers. In 2003 he

transformed himself from non-riding, unfit

consultant to jockey in 12 months in

response to an audience challenge. In

2010 he broke the British free diving

depth record, becoming the first Briton to

pass the magic 100m barrier.

Innovation by Hamish Taylor

Hamish focuses on enabling

organisations to achieve breakthroughs

by looking outside their current

environment. Processes, product and

people development are all part of this

mix, covering themes such as customer

service, leadership and change. As CEO

achieved major turnarounds at Eurostar

and Sainsbury's Bank.

Dr. James T Brown

Dr. Brown is the author of The Handbook of

Program Management . He has a patent for

a project scheduling methodology, and has

received numerous awards. He has sixteen

years of NASA experience and a recipient of

the “NASA Public Service Medal” for

exceptional contributions to

NASA’s mission.

Mark Langley

Mark A. Langley became PMI’s President

and CEO in December 2010. Throughout

his career, Mr Langley has spent countless

hours demonstrating the value of project

management to practitioners, organisations

and governments as well as collaborating

with volunteer leaders, and working with

communities to advance the profession of

project management.

A taste of the speakers:

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Sponsorship Highlights

We have really listened to sponsor feedback and are pleased to offer great value to our

Sponsors this year.

MORE for LESS!

A programme designed so that attendees can spend more time with our sponsors.

A new exciting venue with more prominent exhibition space.

A reduced ticket price of £49 exc. VAT for PMI members and £79 exc. VAT for non-members.

A full buffet lunch and refreshments for attendees and sponsors.

Access to attendee data for Gold and Platinum Sponsors.

Attendee name badges.

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Why attend?

Individuals

Celebrate your profession.

Hear about current successes in project management.

Listen to excellent motivational and team building speakers.

Network with fellow project and programme managers.

Meet and greet our sponsors.

Earn PDUs.

Companies / Organisations

Raise your profile in the Project Management Community.

Demonstrate your commitment to Project Management.

Reward high performing employees.

Access recognised expertise in our field.

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Item Platinum Gold Silver Bronze

Price POA £12,000 £7,000 £4,000

Logo Prominence

2 minutes Address at the Conference

Billed as Prime Sponsor of Synergy 2013

Sponsors logo to appear on main conference signage

Meet and Greet Opportunity

Yes Yes - -

Access to Synergy 2013 attendee data *

Sponsors Logo on Programme Leaflet and newsletters

Opportunity to distribute a gift to the delegates during

registration

Logo in Reception

Yes Yes Yes -

Sponsors Logo on Conference Website

Rack / Table top Leaflets

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Advertisements to appear in the venue Yes Yes Yes Yes

Standard Seats As required 10 4 2

Exhibition Stall at the arena ** 1 1 1 1

Main Sponsorship Packages

* Attendee data will be available for those who agree during registration.

** Two people allowed to staff the stalls.

***Please contact us for more details on the Platinum Package.

Please note:- All Prices above exclude VAT

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Item Price

Mobile App

There is an opportunity to sponsor the Conference Mobile App.

Benefits:

Expand your brand beyond the booth.

Improve lead generation.

Interact with delegates before, during and after the event.

£2000

+

App Cost

(£3990)

Please note:- All Prices above excludes VAT

Other Packages

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Item Price

Abstracts on 1GB USB Memory Stick

Abstracts on 1 GB USB memory stick with company name and logo. A leaflet to be placed

on the seat or coupon will be placed in delegate bags and memory stick can be redeemable

at the supporter's exhibit

£2,000

+costs

Name Badges & Lanyards

Fabric lanyards are imprinted with the supporter’s logo and distributed to all delegates.

£3,000

+costs

Delegate Bag

A great souvenir for the day for each delegate. A unique and lasting opportunity to highlight

your company name.

£4,000

+costs

Programme at a Glance

In constant use during the event. It contains useful information ‘at a glance’ including the

programme, associated social events and general information. Distributed in the Conference

bag, this is an ideal opportunity for a company to draw attention from delegates.

£2,000

+costs

Please note:- All Prices above excludes VAT

Other Packages

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Item Price

Water Bottles

With the seating arrangement in the arena this will be the most popular item in the hand of

every delegate and most sought after. Your chance to customise the bottle with your logo

and company message

£2,000

+costs

Morning Refreshments

There is an opportunity to sponsor refreshments served at the start of the conference

£2,000

+costs

Lunch

There is an opportunity to sponsor lunch break

£3,000

+costs

Please note:- All Prices above excludes VAT

Other Packages

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If you have any questions, please email our office on service@pmi.org.uk or call +44 (0) 20 8751

5626.

Alternatively to sign up now, please contact service@pmi.org.uk for a reservation form and more

details.

We look forward to working with you!

Sponsorship Booking Form