Corn & Sorghum and Soybean Seed Research Conference 2008
December 9 - 12, 2008, Hyatt Regency Hotel
Chicago, Illinois

General Information | Hotel Information | Conference Registration | Schedule | Sponsorship

Sponsorships in gold have already been reserved.

The following sponsorship opportunities are related to the CSS 2008 (Corn & Sorghum and Soybean Seed Research Conference) and Seed Expo, the largest seed industry convention in the country. Please note the new opportunities, highlighted in colored boxes, including new sponsorship options in the “Big Bar,” the longest bar in North America, located at our host hotel the Hyatt Regency Chicago! Each sponsorship carries with it a specific package of recognition benefits. These benefits have been carefully reviewed and constructed by ASTA in order to deliver appropriate sponsor recognition based on the value and visibility associated with each particular sponsorship.

All sponsors to receive:

• Sponsor ribbons for company staff
• Company name listed on convention Web site and in Program of Events
• Company name listed on Sponsor Recognition Banner in convention registration area

For all other sponsorships, each sponsor will receive all of the above PLUS:

Registration Tote Bags – (Sponsored by by GreenLeaf Genetics, Inc.)
Cost: $15,000

• Company logo on each tote bag, distributed to all attendees containing registration materials
• Includes cost of bag production (bag type to be selected and ordered by ASTA)

Conference Proceedings
Cost: $10,000 (Exclusive) or $2,000 (For Partial Support)

• Pop-up window at opening of the media with thanks to sponsor and link to home page
• Company recognized in Program of Events and on convention Web site

Seed Expo Reception - (Sponsored by: BASF)
Cost: $7,500 (Exclusive) or $1,500 (For Partial Support)

• Company name and logo featured on program/agenda
• Company name and logo shown on bar signs
• Company name and logo on napkins

Big Bar Drink Promotion
Cost: $3,500 each

Your company may distribute pre-printed drink tickets for attendees to use at the Hyatt Regency Chicago’s “Big Bar” on the night of their choice. Traditionally the spot where ASTA ends up each night of the CSS convention, this is a fun way to host convention attendees at their favorite CSS 2008 & Seed Expo night spot!

• Sponsor is responsible for printing and distribution of drink tickets and costs for beverages redeemed.
• Drink ticket design must be approved by ASTA and may not include product logos, only company logos.

Seed Expo Refreshment Breaks (Two Available)
Cost: $3,500 (Exclusive) or $500 (For Partial Support)
Specify time slot: Wednesday afternoon or Thursday afternoon

• Company name on buffet signs
• Company name listed in Program of Events

Sponsored by:
• MayerSeedLine, LLC (Tue. am)

Seed Expo Continental Breakfast (Two Available)
Cost: $3,500 (Exclusive) or $500 (For Partial Support)
Specify time slot: Wednesday morning or Thursday morning

• Company name and logo on buffet signs and cocktail tables

Sponsored by:
• Becker Underwood (Wed. am, Thurs. am)

Spouse/Guest Breakfast
Cost: $3,000 (Exclusive) or $1,000 (For Partial Support)

• Verbal announcement of company name in session introduction
• Company name and logo highlighted on materials given at event and in Program of Events within schedule of events
• Company verbally thanked in announcements to group
• Company name and logo on sign at luncheon
• Company has the option of providing a take-away gift to attendees of the luncheon

Digital Display
Cost: $1,000 (For One Day Use)

Basic sponsor package:

• Your company logo and messaging will appear on a “Digital Display” screen located in the East Tower of the Hyatt Regency Chicago (exact location to be confirmed by Hyatt Regency Chicago)
• Video (without sound) can be used for this medium which will repeat throughout the day
• Material must be approved by ASTA and should conform to the technical parameters of the Hyatt Regency Chicago

General Donation
Cost: $500 or specify amount

Basic sponsor package:

• Company listing projected on screen in general sessions
• Sponsor ribbons for company staff
• Company name listed in registration brochure and Program of Events
• Company name listed on Sponsor Recognition Banner in convention registration area

Sponsored by:
• Context Network, LLC
• Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc.
• Peterson Genetics, Inc.
• Seed Today
• Warner Seeds

Seed Expo Reception Door Prize
Cost: $300

• Company to provide prize for drawing, to be awarded at Seed Expo Reception (prize subject to approval by ASTA)
• Company name at entrance to Seed Expo Reception
• Company name listed in Program of Events

Sponsored by:
1. Becker Underwoo
2. SGS Mid-West Seed Services, Inc.

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Package Pricing: Any company who sponsors a “Convention Sponsor” event for at least three ASTA conventions in the 2008-2009 year (CSS 2008 and Seed Expo, Vegetable & Flower Seed Conference, or Annual Convention) will receive 10% off their total sponsorship price. (does not apply to Annual Sponsors)