The 29th Charleston Conference consists of Preconferences and a Vendor Showcase on Wednesday, November 4th, 2009, and the Main Conference that begins on November 5th and concludes on November 7th.

The conference is considered by many library related professionals to be the only conference worth attending. It began 29 years ago as a gathering of 25 acquisitions librarians and has grown over the years into an international affair attended by over 1,000 librarians, vendors, and publishers in the scholarly publishing community.

The following opportunities for sponsorship, as well as an undesignated monetary gift, will qualify you/your company at the levels of sponsorship listed on this page. For pricing information, please see the "Print Sponsorship Brochure."

For a list of our 2010 Sponsors, visit our Archives page.

If you would like to sponsor something not listed, please contact Leah Hinds for pricing and feasibility. We are always open to new ideas!

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Diamond Sponsorship ($10,000 +)
For your sponsorship at this level we offer you:

• Full page black and white ad in conference program book
• A copy of the conference mailing list (one time use only)
• Two pieces of your promotional literature included in the conference tote bag
• Recognition at the Gala Reception
• Banner ad on conference website
• Two 8 1/2 x 11 x 6 spaces on the promotional literature table
• Recognition sign at registration with your company logo
• Company description (25 words) and contact information in program book
• Recognition during the opening welcome speech
• Sponsor ribbons for main conference badges
• Listing on Conference Website Sponsorship Directory

Platinum Sponsorship ($8,000 to $9,999)
For your sponsorship at this level we offer you:

• Full page black and white ad in conference program book
• A copy of the conference mailing list (one time use only)
• One piece of your promotional literature included in the conference tote bag
• Recognition at the Gala Reception
• Banner ad on conference website
• One 8 1/2 x 11 x 6 space on the promotional literature table
• Recognition sign at the conference with your company logo
• Company description (25 words) and contact information in program book
• Recognition during the opening welcome speech
• Sponsor ribbons for main conference badges
• Listing on Conference Website Sponsorship Directory

Gold Sponsorship ($5,500 to $7,999)
For your sponsorship at this level we offer you:

• Half-page black and white ad in conference program book
• Recognition at Gala Reception
• Half-Banner ad on conference website
• One 8 1/2 x 11 x 6 space on the promotional literature table
• Recognition sign at the conference
• Company description (25 words) and contact information in program book
• Recognition during the opening welcome speech
• Sponsor ribbons for main conference
• Listing on Conference Website Sponsorship Directory

Silver Sponsorship ($3,000 to $5,499)
For your sponsorship at this level we offer you:

• Half-banner ad on conference website
• One 8 1/2 x 11 x 6 space on the promotional literature table
• Recognition sign at the conference
• Company description (25 words) and contact information in program book
• Recognition during the opening welcome speech
• Sponsor ribbons for main conference badges
• Listing on Conference Website Sponsorship Directory

Bronze Sponsorship ($1,500 to $2,999)
For your sponsorship at this level we offer you:

• One 8 1/2 x 11 x 6 space on the promotional literature table
• Recognition sign at the conference
• Company description (25 words) and contact information in program book
• Recognition during the opening welcome speech
• Sponsor ribbons for main conference badges
• Listing on the Conference Website Sponsorship Directory

Pewter Sponsorship (Under $1,500)
For your sponsorship at this level we offer you:

• Recognition sign at the conference
• Company description (25 words) and contact information in program book
• Recognition during the opening welcome speech
• Sponsor ribbons for main conference badges
• Listing on the Conference Website

JURIED PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT FORUMS
Publishers and vendors have a unique opportunity for feedback from librarians regarding the design, features, feasibility or pricing of a particular product or service.

• Application and fee are applicable. Application available online here.
• Cost: $1,800 payable 30 days after notification of acceptance with limited space available.
• Applications will be reviewed and selected by a committee of librarians currently working in libraries.
• Application deadline is August 14th, 2011.

Direct Inquiries To: Sharna Williams at <wiliamssh@cofc.edu> or 843-953-8008 .

Ms. Williams is the conduit for all communications between applicants and the selection committee. The membership of the selection committee will not be made public. Applicants are asked to respect Ms. Hinds’ neutral role in this process.

CHARLESTON VENDOR SHOWCASE
An opportunity to connect with over 1,200 collection development, acquisitions, and electronic resources professionals from around the country and internationally. Show your latest products and services to a target audience of library buyers. This is the only exhibit opportunity during the conference and will be held Wednesday, November 2nd, 2011 from 11 am to 6 pm on the day scheduled for the pre-conferences.

• Space is limited.
• Registration and fee are applicable.
• Registration for the Charleston Vendor Showcase does not register any person for the Main Conference to be held November 3rd through the 5th.
• Application available online here.

For More Information on the Charleston Vendor Showcase: Contact Toni Nix at <justwrite@lowcountry.com>, Phone: (843) 835-8604, Fax: (843) 835-5892.

FAST TECH TALKS

After our successful first year in 2010, we are again offering publishers and vendors 30 minute time slots to demonstrate and promote their newest and most innovative products on the market. Attendees can grab some breakfast from the buffet and enjoy a product demonstration of their choice. 

Download Tech Talk Application

Tech Talk Session One: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM, Saturday November 5
Tech Talk Session Two: 8:40 - 9:10 AM, Saturday, November 5

CHARLESTON CONFERENCE ADVERTISING
There are a number of opportunities for advertising your company or service prior to and during the Conference:

• Your Company Brochure in Conference Goodie Bag — $1,300
  Anticipate 1,200 attendees / goodie bags.
• Full page black & white ad in Conference Programs — $975
  Full page = 7” x 10” image size / press quality PDF file required.
• Half page black & white ad in Conference Programs — $675
  Half page horizontal = 7” x 4-3/4” image size / press quality PDF file required.
• Conference mailing list (one time use only) — $650
  Copy of item being mailed must be provided to Katina Strauch prior to mailing.
• Your linked logo on the official Conference Website — $550
  Placed on Website after payment is confirmed.
• Tabletop Brochure Display Space (8 1/2” x 11” x 6”) — $300
  No personnel allowed — tabletop space only.

For Advertising Information: Contact Leah Hinds at <leah@katina.info>,
(864) 353-1181.

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