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20.11.19Glasgow Science Centre

SPONSORSHIP & EXHIBITIONOPPORTUNITIES

What is the Can Do Innovation Summit?The focal point for nation-wide innovation activity.Based in Scotland – a world-leading hub of innovation – the all-new national Can Do Innovation Summit enables full immersion into the innovation journey for SMEs across all stages of their lifecycle – helping them to embrace the possibilities of tomorrow.

Businesses will connect with the innovators, entrepreneurs, academics and investors to help them adopt new technologies, develop progressive business cultures and access the right support to maximise their potential. 

We want to nurture more innovation-driven, visionary businesses that tackle business and societal challenges through creative solutions.

Registration is free and aspiring Scottish businesses, in all sectors, are invited to attend.

Who will be there?An audience of 600-800 business influencers are expected including:

• Innovative Scottish SMEs and early stage companies looking for inspiration, practical support and contacts to help them to spark new ideas and grow through innovation

• Large corporates and multi-nationals looking for innovation partnerships with Scottish SMEs

• Investors looking to discover exciting propositions

• Entrepreneurial academics looking for business collaboration and commercialisation opportunities

• Professional companies looking to reach SME owners and early stage businesses

• Business advice and support agencies

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Why the Can Do Innovation Summit? Scotland has one of the most diverse research and innovation economies in Europe–from space and gaming to precision medicine, fintech and quantum technology.

This national Innovation Summit provides a unique opportunity for our partners to:• Get direct access to the primary focal point for

nation-wide, business-focused innovation activities, including 600+ business influencers (high-growth Scottish SMEs, ambitious start-ups, investors, entrepreneurial academics, innovators, senior corporate executives and business managers)

• Get increased visibility amongst Scottish businesses across all sectors and national/UK government decision-makers at the heart of our innovation ecosystem

• Showcase products and services to a diverse cross-section of enterprising delegates

• Cultivate opportunities and develop creative, collaborative relationships with new business contacts including potential suppliers, collaborators and solvers

• Improve brand awareness through our fully integrated, national comms campaignKEy InformaTIon

Date: 20.11.19 Venue: Glasgow Science Centre Times: 09h00 – 17h30 Who: 600-800 attendees 30+ speakers, 30+ exhibitors What: Engaging keynotes, Inspiring sessions, Interactive workshops, Innovation showcase, Networking

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PROgRammE HIgHlIgHTS

future of Work - Keynote Speaker: Jenn GusteticdigitalHKS research fellow - Harvard Kennedy School

MIT graduate Jenn Gustetic is a digital Harvard Kennedy School research fellow. She is also the program executive for the Small Business Innovation Research program (SBIR) at NASA. She served as the Assistant Director for Open Innovation at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy, and is a global leader in open innovation, having served as the program executive for prizes and challenges at NASA. 

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PROgRammE HIgHlIgHTS

future of Play - Keynote Speaker: morgan WalkerlEgO - Creative Play lab

Morgan leads design, experience and innovation in LEGO’s Creative Play Lab in Billund, Denmark. The group’s mission is to invent the future of play and inspire the builders of tomorrow. The lab is a colourful mash-up of start-up incubator and Santa’s workshop that delivers strong growth to the company. Morgan works at the forefront of digital-physical play, technology and gaming in partnership with Warner Bros Interactive and Apple among others. Originally from Glasgow with a Masters Degree in Product Design, Morgan has worked across a broad range of sectors from medical technology to automotive (Ford) and consumer products (Philips).

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Programme overviewOur industry-led parallel sessions will explore how innovation cultures, creative collaborations and new technologies are being adopted by SMEs to change the way we live, connect and work.

future of financeFinTech has opened up a world of opportunities for SMEs. Discover how Fintech is reinventing financial services - creating new and progressive experiences for customers and business clients. Explore the latest developments that are boosting business innovation and delivering positive societal and financial impacts across all sectors.

future of WorkThe future of work is here - digital, increasingly automated and shaped by AI. How do SMEs take advantage of the opportunities to combine disruptive new technologies with human creativity and problem solving to create human-centred innovation that will lead to real positive change for their business? Prepare for the impact of digitisation and automation on your workforce through innovative skills and business planning.

future of manufacturingWe are in the middle of a 4th industrial revolution. Advancements in smart manufacturing, robotics, AI and the Internet of Things (IoT) will have far-reaching implications for the way we build and deliver goods. Hear how collaboration and innovation in manufacturing could enable more flexible and efficient working for your business.

future of Connectivity Advanced connectivity is fast becoming a linchpin of digital business. Next-generation technologies such as 5G, satellites, edge computing and ultra-broadband solutions will enable reliable, high-performance communication capabilities essential for future business. Hear how the connectivity landscape is evolving and see cross-sectoral examples of how SMEs are harnessing the potential of these new technologies for their companies.

future of responsible BusinessWhatever the organisation’s size, in this day and age consideration for people and the planet should be on a par with plans for profit. It’s time for business to embrace the opportunities that lie ahead, creating positive social and environmental value that supports an inclusive and sustainable future. From business operations to products and services; hear from exemplar businesses that are embracing the benefits of values-based, responsible practises.

future of Health InnovationAdvances in new technologies and innovative combinations of existing ones are transforming how we deliver and monitor healthcare. SMEs across a range of specialisms - from AR/VR, 3D imaging and machine learning to 5G, IoT and robotics – are working with health and life sciences experts to drive forward a new healthcare revolution that is accelerating productivity and sustainable economic opportunities. Visit our sessions focused on precision medicine and MedTech - both key sectors in Scotland – to explore how your company can help to tackle the biggest health challenges of our time.

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Programme overview

future of PlayFrom music and film to design and fashion, advances in AI, immersive technologies, blockchain and the power of the cloud, are opening up bold new avenues for creativity and user experience like never before. Hear how the sector is harnessing the power of transformational technologies, through creative partnerships, to develop in more innovative, radical directions and build experiences that channel purpose and improve lives.

open InnovationOpen innovation can help companies, big and small, to improve their competitiveness, solve problems and achieve market success. Scotland has a range of open innovation (OI) programmes at government level; encouraging open business models and collaborative approaches to help solve challenges within the public and private sectors. Hear from peers who’ve embraced OI practices to transform their businesses and discover live OI opportunities at home and overseas.

Collaboration Collaboration is more than technological tools. It’s more than fostering collaborative cultures to come up with new ideas. Both are critical. And when you combine them, you can unlock tremendous power. Find out about opportunities to reach out to businesses, top academics and key support agencies who are enabling transformational collaboration. Hear from leading SMEs on how challenge-driven collaboration has fostered great creativity and enabled them to become stronger and more competitive.

Innovation ShowcaseBe inspired by Scotland’s most innovative companies, working collaboratively with leading Innovation Centres across a range of key growth sectors. Showcase exhibitors will demonstrate how they are embracing disruptive technologies to create the cutting-edge solutions of tomorrow.

Support VillageA range of exhibitors and solution-providers will get the chance to generate new business leads in our Support Village. With exposure to our diverse audience (from SME owners and researchers to industry specialists and innovators), the Summit provides an invaluable national platform for marketing and brand enhancement.

Investor PitchesHear direct from investors about what sways their decisions and what could give your business the competitive edge (from business cultures and product innovation to investor readiness) including advice for both early and later stage SMEs. You will also hear about the investment journeys of Scottish businesses and our investors top tips for success.

Our industry-led parallel sessions will explore how innovation cultures, creative collaborations and new technologies are being adopted by SMEs to change the way we live, connect and work.

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Sponsorship and Exhibition Packages

PLATINuM SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSOR

PARALLEL SESSION

SPONSORMOBILE APP

SPONSORINNOVATION SHOWCASE SPONSOR

NETWORKING AND DRINKS

SPONSORExHIBITORS

PACkAGE

Exhibition stand 3x2m 2.5x2m 2x2m

Sponsor session included within the programme Yes Yes

Roller banner at registration Yes

Logo on The Street banners and venue signage Yes

Logo on the homepage of the website Yes

Logo on the sponsors and exhibitors page of the website Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Logo on main stage sets Yes

Company summary in the sponsors page of the website Yes Yes

Logo and link to company website Yes Yes

Logo on the home page of the app as app sponsor Yes

Logo on sponsors and exhibitors section of app Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Company logo featured in the programme Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

Blog contributions Yes Yes Yes

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Sponsorship and Exhibition Packages

PLATINuM SPONSOR

GOLD SPONSOR

PARALLEL SESSION

SPONSORMOBILE APP

SPONSORINNOVATION SHOWCASE SPONSOR

NETWORKING AND DRINKS

SPONSORExHIBITORS

PACkAGE

Logo on holding slides and highlight during opening and closing Yes Yes

Logo included in all pre-event communications Yes Yes

Logo on the delegate badges Yes Yes

E-newsletter pre-event to all delegates Yes

Acknowledgement in opening and closing slides Yes Yes

Brand profile introduced in to the sessions Yes

Branding within session location Yes

Logo on session holding slides Yes

Logo on Parallel Sessions section of website Yes

Acknowledgement of exclusive sponsors for the showcase – branded banner in Showcase location and all signage for that area

Yes

Acknowledgement of exclusive sponsors for the networking – branded banner in networking location and all signage for that area

Yes

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

Platinum Sponsor: £15,000 + VaTExclusivity

As headline sponsor, you will enjoy the highest level of visibility pre, during and post event. Your company logo will feature on all event materials including the Can Do Innovation Summit website, app and all event signage. Your logo will also feature within the opening and closing presentation slides. The package also includes:

• Hyperlink to event website• Sponsor session included within the programme• 100 word company summary on sponsor page of the

website and app• Company logo on all email communications to target

audiences• Special feature in e-newsletter to registered delegates• Inclusion in push notifications on the event app• Opportunity to contribute to our blog programme• Support over social media• Mention of thanks in opening and closing remarks• Company logo on all signage across event spaces• 3m x 2m exhibition space in main networking area• Company logo on all signage across event spaces• Company logo on delegate badges

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

Gold Sponsor: £10,000 + VaTLimited deals available

As gold sponsor you will receive excellent visibility pre, during, and post event including:

• Sponsor session included within the programme

• Company logo and hyperlink to event website and event app

• Company logo on all email communications to target audiences

• Inclusion in push notifications on the event app

• Opportunity to contribute to our blog programme

• Support over social media

• Recognition as Gold sponsor by chair during opening and closing sessions

• Company logo on holding slides during opening session

• 2m x 2m exhibition space in main networking area

• Company logo on all signage across event spaces

• Company logo on delegate badges

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

Parallel Session Sponsor: £5,000 + VaTLimited deals available

As detailed above in the programme overview, there are a number of themed parallel sessions that will be taking place throughout the day. There is an opportunity for each parallel session to be sponsored which will include the following:

• Brand profile introduced in to the sessions

• Branding within the location of the session

• Logo on the Parallel Sessions page of the website and app

• Logo on the sponsors and exhibitors page of the website and app

• Logo on the holding slides within the session

• Sponsor’s blog on the topic matter of the session

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

mobile app Sponsor: £4,000 + VaT

The Can Do Innovation Summit app is a premium interactive sponsorship opportunity as delegates, sponsors and speakers will be encouraged to download this to allow them to view all Summit information including the programme, allowing them to build a personal agenda and view information on all the sponsors and exhibitors.

Benefits included within this opportunity:

• Your company logo immediately displayed on the opening screen hyperlinked to your company website

• A 100-word company profile in the sponsors and exhibitors section of the app

• Your company logo acknowledging your sponsorship stated on the Summit website and within the final programme.

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

Innovation Showcase Sponsor: £5,000 + VaT

Be inspired by Scotland’s most innovative companies, working collaboratively with leading Innovation Centres across a range of key growth sectors. They will demonstrate how they are embracing disruptive technologies to create the cutting-edge solutions of tomorrow. This is your chance to put your company name to this dynamic exhibition space.

This package includes:

• Branded company backdrop in the Innovation Showcase exhibition area

• Company branding throughout the exhibition space in the Atrium at the Glasgow Science Centre

• 2m x 2m Exhibition stand

• Your logo and 100 word company summary on the sponsor page of the website and the app

• Inclusion in push notifications on the event app pre, during and post event

• Sponsor designation of Summit name badge

• Acknowledgement on all exhibitor related communications

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

Delegate Lanyards: £1,000 + VaT

Each delegate will receive a lanyard to hold their name badge when they arrive at registration. Your logo will be printed alongside the conference branding on the lanyard and delegates will be required to wear their badge at all times ensuring a high profile for your organisation.

Your company logo and website link will be carried on the conference website on the sponsors’ page.

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

networking Drinks reception: £3,500 + VaT

Our post-summit networking drinks reception will provide an excellent opportunity to meet new contacts while setting the foundations for future business partnerships. As sponsor you will get:

• Company logo and hyperlink on the event website

• Company logo and hyperlink on the event app

• Inclusion in push notifications on the event app pre, during and post event

• Company logo on walk-in/out slide loop at plenary opening and closing sessions

• Recognition as Drinks Reception sponsor by the Summit Chair during the closing session

• Company logo on all signage across the event spaces

• Promotion to all media, delegates and exhibitors as the Drinks Reception Sponsor

• Sponsor designation on conference name badge

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SPONSORSHIP aNd EXHIBITION PaCKagES

Exhibition Stand Package: £850 + VaT

The Exhibition is always the hub of activity at any event and the Summit programme has been designed to maximise the exhibitor exposure to all participants in our Support Village. In addition, all coffee breaks and lunches will be held within these areas where possible.

The exhibition space includes:

• 2.5m exhibition space with access to 1 power socket

• 2 exhibitor passes including buffet lunch and hot and cold drinks throughout the Summit

• Company logo on the sponsors page of the website

• Listing in the event app

• Promotion over social media

Join our exhibition and have access to over 600 business influencers including high-growth Scottish SMEs, ambitious start-ups, investors, entrepreneurial

academics, innovators, senior corporate executives and business managers.

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How to Collaborate and ParticipateWe hope that you have found a suitable package that interests you, however we know that everyone’s marketing needs may differ and we would be happy to discuss creating bespoke packages to meet your marketing objectives as a company.

For further information and details on securing your spot please contact:

nia youngSpeakeasy Events managementnia.young@speak.co.uk

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