Sponsorship Opportunties

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Whether you are already a sponsor or just exploring our sponsorship opportunities, this is your one stop for all the information you need.

Your sponsorship and/or exhibitor booth at CFA’s 64th Annual Convention allows you to reach over 1,550 key decision-makers in all facets of the asset-based financial services industry.

Who should sponsor - Sponsorship opportunities are open to companies looking for high-impact, high-visibility marketing options that will drive attendees to you. Sponsors represent various business sectors including: bank/bank affiliated, large non-bank financial, entrepreneurial financial, appraiser/auctioneer/liquidator, software, attorney, accountant, insurance, turnaround management, field examination, search, filing and document retrieval among others.

All sponsorships include the following benefits:

• Acknowledgment on CFA’s website and a link to the sponsor’s website.
• Acknowledgment and company description in official convention program.
• The opportunity to display your company’s marketing material and/or giveaway items at the event you are sponsoring and near the registration area.
• A one-time use of the pre and post-show list of 64th Annual Convention attendees.
• Prominent display of your logo at the event you are sponsoring and throughout the Convention.
• Signage at registration desk listing sponsors.
• A page in THE SECURED LENDER magazine listing all sponsors.
• Recognition as a sponsor in all promotional mailings.
• “Sponsor” ribbons for attendee name badges.
• Receive a 10% discount on your total cost of sponsorship and booth when you purchase both a sponsorship and exhibitor booth.

NEW - Premier Level of Sponsorship

• Those companies that have committed to the most substantial combinations of exhibit space and sponsorships at the 64th Annual Convention as well as advertising within The Secured Lender will qualify and will be designated as Premier Sponsors.
• Please contact Jessica VanMersbergen or your advertising account representative to find out how you can qualify.
• The various benefits and amenities afforded to Premier Sponsors are as follows:
  • Premium placement in exhibit area
  • Premium website placement on the Convention page and a link-through advertisement in registration confirmation emails confirming an attendee's registration
  • Complimentary tote bag insert
  • Special recognition in applicable printed promotional material
  • Thank you ad in The Secured Lender Jan/Feb 2008 issue
  • Name listed as a Premier Sponsor in the convention program and on the convention website
  • CFA membership list for a one-time use mailing
  • Complimentary website banner ad for a one month rotation on www.cfa.com
  • Opportunity for Guest Room Hospitality service. Convention attendees staying at the San Francisco Marriott, will receive delivery of a special “in room gift” courtesy of your company.

How do I reserve a sponsorship?

For more information or to reserve a sponsorship opportunity, contact Jessica VanMersbergen, Client Service Associate, at (972) 596-8777 ext. 3660 or Jessica@mohanna.com.

Please send the completed form with payment to Mohanna & Associates, Inc. 305 W. Spring Creek Parkway, Building C, Suite 101, Plano, TX 75023 or fax to (972) 985-8069.

All sponsorships must be received by October 1, 2008

Sponsorship Opportunities

Thursday’s General Session Speakers – Karl Rove & John Edwards - SOLD to Bridge Finance Group
Have your company name prominently displayed at this politically charged session.
Additional Benefit: An on-stage acknowledgment, the opportunity to put collateral on all seats, reserved prime seating at the general session and a complimentary tote bag insert.
Please note: Speakers must approve of the sponsor(s) prior to the Convention.

Opening Reception - $8,000 each for co-sponsorship (limit 4) - 2 of 4 SOLD to Bridge Finance Group
Increase exposure for your company as attendees gather to network at the Opening Reception on Wednesday, November 12, 2008. This year the reception will feature a California Wine Tour throughout the Exhibition Hall, as well as a variety of entertainment.
Additional Benefit: Receive a complimentary tote bag insert and take the opportunity to provide napkins with your company logo to be used at the reception.

CFA Night Cap Dessert Reception - SOLD to Goldberg Kohn and Otterbourg, Steindler, Houston & Rosen PC
Cap off Thursday, November 13, 2008 the right way when you sponsor the CFA Night Cap Dessert Reception.
Additional Benefit: The opportunity to provide napkins with your company logo to be used at the reception.

Friday’s General Session Speaker – Frank Abagnale - $15,000 Exclusive or $5,500 each for co-sponsorship (limit 3)
Everyone will be talking about this speaker after he takes the stage for two sessions. Ensure that they are also talking about your company when you sponsor Frank Abagnale and display your logo twice as long.
Additional Benefits: An on-stage acknowledgment, the opportunity to put collateral on all seats, and reserved prime seating at the general session.

Tote Bags - SOLD to Lloyds TSB Bank
Don’t miss the opportunity to have all attendees display your logo on durable tote bags that will be used long after the Convention.
Additional Benefit: Complimentary tote bag insert.

Internet Café - $12,000 Exclusive or $6,500 each for co-sponsorship (limit 2)
Communicate your company’s message at these essential communication and information stations for attendees.
Additional Benefit: Your company logo displayed on each computer and the opportunity to provide mouse pads with your logo.

Thursday Afternoon General Session Speaker – Robert Reich – $5,500 each for co-sponsorship (limit 2) - SOLD to RAM Capital Resources LLC & Medallion Business Credit
Display your company logo at this afternoon session with former Secretary of Labor, Robert Reich.
Additional Benefits: An on-stage acknowledgment, the opportunity to put collateral on all seats, and reserved prime seating at the general session.

Thursday Evening Reception - $5,500 each for co-sponsorship (limit 2) - 1 of 2 SOLD to CRG Partners
Entertain Convention attendees when you sponsor this fun event and continuation of the California Wine Tour on Thursday, November 13, 2008.

Car Service - SOLD to Bridge Finance Group
Make sure that all Convention attendees get where they want to go in style when you sponsor the official car service of the Convention.

Custom Labeled Water Bottles – SOLD to Getzler Henrich
Quench thirsts as attendees drink from water bottles labeled with your company’s logo. 2,000 water bottles will be distributed at all refreshment breaks and break out sessions.

Name Badge Lanyards - SOLD to Corporation Service Company
Have your company’s logo in full view for everyone to see on this must-have accessory that will be used throughout the entire Convention.

Exhibit Hall Passport - SOLD to Landsbanki
Be the passport for attendees as they travel throughout the exhibit hall getting their passport stamped at exhibitor booths. Those with stamped passports will have the chance to participate in the CFA Grand Prize contest.

Hotel Room Key Cards - SOLD to Resource Management Partners, Inc.
Your company’s name will be on everyone’s mind from morning until night when you imprint your company message on the hotel key cards of Convention attendees staying at the San Francisco Marriott, the official Convention hotel.

2008 Online Convention Resource Center - $7,500 Exclusive or $4,000 each for co-sponsorship (limit 2)
Have your company’s logo and website link prominently displayed on CFA’s Convention Resource Center web page at www.cfa.com. Prior to and post the Convention, registered attendees will receive a link to the resource center where they can access attendee lists, panel presentations, handouts, and other useful information.

Pocket Agenda - SOLD to Gordon Brothers Group
Have your company logo prominently displayed on this helpful reference piece that will be used by all Convention attendees.

Daily Convention Newsletter - SOLD to Vedder Price
Don’t miss your opportunity to communicate with attendees by having your company logo and ad included in the daily news source for the Convention. Newsletter distribution will be in attendee’s tote bags on Wednesday, on Thursday and Friday at breakfast, and strategically placed throughout the Convention each day.

Exhibit Hall Guide
Guide Convention attendees in the right direction by having an ad on the inside of the front cover or on the back cover of the Exhibit Hall Guide. Prior to the Convention, the guide will be distributed in 5,600 copies of The Secured Lender. Additionally, during the Convention, the guide will be included in all attendee tote bags.
Available opportunities:
• Full page ad on inside of front cover - $7,500
• Full page ad on back cover - $8,500 - SOLD to Sherwood Partners LLC

Coffee Break - $7,500 Exclusive or $3,000 each for co-sponsorship (limit 3) per break
Do a latte more with your sponsorship dollars by sponsoring one of the coffee breaks. You will provide a much-needed “pick-me-up” for attendees, while having the opportunity to display your products and speak directly to your potential customers.
Additional Benefit: The opportunity to provide napkins and ‘to-go’ cups with your company logo to be used during the break.
Available opportunities:
• Thursday, November 13, 2008, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM - SOLD to Hartsko Financial Services LLC, Buccino Associates, Inc., & Tiger Valuation Services
• Friday, November 14, 2008, 9:45 AM – 10:45 AM

Breakfast - $7,500 Exclusive or $3,000 each for co-sponsorship (limit 3)
Ensure that everyone starts the day right by sponsoring one of two breakfasts.
Available opportunities:
• Thursday, November 13, 2008, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM - 2 of 3 SOLD to Dopkins ABL Consulting & C&R Credit Services, Inc.
• Friday, November 14, 2008, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Closing Reception - $7,500 Exclusive or $2,750 each for co-sponsorship (limit 3)
Don’t miss this opportunity to ensure that the Convention goes out with a bang when you sponsor the closing event on Friday, November 14, 2008.

Exposition Welcoming Refreshments - $5,000 Exclusive or $3,000 each for co-sponsorship (limit 2)
Gain exposure for your company as attendees gather to kick off the exposition on Wednesday, November 12, 2008.
Additional Benefit: The opportunity to provide napkins with your company logo to be used at the reception.

Wall Street Journal Room Delivery - $4,500 Exclusive
Keep attendees current with a complimentary copy of the Wall Street Journal delivered right to their room. Copies will be delivered to attendees staying at the official Convention hotel, the San Francisco Marriott, and will include a Post-It Note on the cover with information about your company.
Available opportunities:
• Thursday, November 13, 2008 - SOLD to Medical Capital Corporation
• Friday, November 14, 2008 - SOLD to Winston & Strawn LLP

Tote Bag Inserts - $2,000 Exclusive (limit 2) - 1 of 2 SOLD to Clear Thinking Group LLC
Put your company message in the hands of Convention attendees with this opportunity to provide one marketing item of choice to be inserted into the Convention tote bag.

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