
Ophthalmology Tech Forum Sponsorship Opportunities
Get prime visibility for your company at our annual Ophthalmology Tech Forum
We are expecting 800+ attendees at Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2023.
Join the conversation and take part in the cutting edge of ophthalmic innovation at Octane’s Ophthalmology Tech Forum.
The summit hosts a wide variety of trailblazing individuals: from industry leaders, strategic advisors, entreprenuers and investors. This year, we are also expecting 250 KOLs and physicians in attendance.
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All Sponsorship Packages Include:
As a sponsor of Octane’s Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2023, your company will receive the following in addition to the benefits of each sponsorship.
- Company logo on our event website, digital platform, and on printed material at the summit
- Company logo, links & and the ability to upload sponsor information and videos highlighted in the “Sponsor” section of the digital platform
- A banner ad featured during breaks at the summit, displays throughout the summit venue, and on the digital platform
- The opportunity to contribute to the post-event virtual digital conference bag, an email sent with links to your promotional items
- Post-summit access to content for all attendees
- Post-summit synopsis report
Tier Sponsorship Opportunities
Tier I
$78,200
Position your company as a leader in the ophthalmic space at Octane’s summit, that brings together physicians, entrepreneurs, industry, strategic advisors, and investors. As the 2023 Ophthalmology Tech Forum Tier I sponsor, you will have the highest brand visibility at the summit.
KOL ENGAGEMENT
Advisory Board
Host a private 90-minute Advisory Board meeting the week of June 13th with 8 KOLs of your choice. This includes program management, meeting planning and food & beverage. In addition, it will include an honorarium at $975 per attendee for up to 8 KOLs. The Tier I Sponsor is responsible for additional attendee honorariums. The Tier I Sponsor is also responsible for all content-related aspects including but not limited to agenda development, discussion guides, moderating, and slides of a panel.
SESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Roles on Panels
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Sponsorship of a panel
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Speaking role on a panel
MARKETING + BRAND VISIBILITY
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Premier custom messaging featured during breaks on displays throughout the Forum venue and on the digital platform
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Participate in the development of panel content for sponsor session
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Email announcement of panel session highlighting sponsor and other speakers
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Sponsor logo on all email campaigns
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Sponsor logo on the Signature Event website homepage
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Sponsor logo on screen prior to panel session
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Private Welcome Reception sponsor branding on-site
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6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
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2 dedicated push notifications on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
Video
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One 30-second promotion played to the entire audience (provided by sponsor)
Social Media
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Tier I sponsorship announcement across Octane’s social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
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Social media announcement of panel session
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
EMPLOYEE + CLIENT ENGAGEMENT
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20 In-Person Tickets + 40 Virtual Tickets
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6 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
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A list of attendees and companies participating provided prior to the forum (Name, Title, & Company)
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Private Welcome Reception Sponsor
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Closing Reception Sponsor
1 remaining opportunity
Tier II
$40,000
As a Tier II sponsor of Ophthalmology Tech Forum, gain exposure at the summit through recognition as one of the top sponsors and trailblazers in the ophthalmic industry. Your company will be listed as a top sponsor at the summit where physicians, entrepreneurs and industry come together to make a lasting impact.
SESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Roles on Panels
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Sponsorship of a panel
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Speaking role on a panel
MARKETING + BRAND VISIBILITY
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Sponsor logo on screen prior to a panel session
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Recognition on the Signature Event website homepage
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6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
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Closing cocktail reception branding on-site
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
Video
- A 30-second promotion played to the entire audience (provided by sponsor)
Social Media
- Custom social media post
EMPLOYEE + CLIENT ENGAGEMENT
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15 In-Person Tickets + 30 Virtual Tickets
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5 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
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A list of attendees and companies participating provided prior to the forum (Name, Title, & Company)
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Closing Reception Sponsor
4 opportunities available
Tier III
$20,000
As a Tier III sponsor of Ophthalmology Tech Forum, gain exposure at the summit through recognition as one of the top tier sponsors and trailblazers in the ophthalmic industry.
SESSION OPPORTUNITIES
Roles on Panels
- Speaking role on a panel
MARKETING + BRAND VISIBILITY
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Sponsor logo on screen prior to a panel session
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Recognition on the Signature Event website homepage
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6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
Video
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A 30-second promotion played to the entire audience (provided by sponsor)
Social Media
- Custom social media post
EMPLOYEE + CLIENT ENGAGEMENT
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10 In-Person Tickets + 20 Virtual Tickets
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4 Private Welcome Reception
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A list of attendees and companies participating provided prior to the forum (Name, Title, & Company)
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Closing Reception Sponsor
5 opportunities available
Speaking Role Opportunities
Panel Sponsor
$15,000
As a panel sponsor, your company will receive a speaking role, branding & recognition around one of the must-attend sessions that best aligns with your area of expertise.
Session Opportunities
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Speaking role on a panel session
Marketing, Brand Visibility, & Exposure
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Sponsor logo on screen prior to panel session
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6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
Video
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A 30-second promotion played to the entire audience (provided by sponsor)
Social Media
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
Employee + Client Engagement
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8 In-Person Tickets + 16 Virtual Tickets
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3 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
14 Opportunities Available
LaunchPad SBDC Sponsors
$10,000
LaunchPad SBDC, Octane’s award-winning and nationally recognized accelerator, will select four to six of its top ophthalmic companies to pitch to investor judges and attendees at the summit. At Ophthalmology Tech Forum, the sponsor will emcee the LaunchPad presentations which include introductions to the finalist companies at the summit.
Session Opportunities
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Speaking role highlighting sponsor’s company prior to the LaunchPad presentations
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Emcee the introduction of LaunchPad company presentations
Marketing, Brand Visibility, & Exposure
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Sponsor logo on screen during sponsor introduction
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Sponsor logo on LaunchPad presentation companies email announcement
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
Social Media
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
Employee + Client Engagement
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6 In-Person Tickets + 12 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Community Sponsorships
Breakfast Sponsor
$15,000
As the Breakfast Sponsor at Ophthalmology Tech Forum, your company logo will be highlighted when people are fresh eyed and ready to mingle at the beginning of the day.
This sponsorship includes:
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Company logo on signage in breakfast area as host of the breakfast
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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8 In-Person Tickets + 16 Virtual Tickets
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3 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Digital Event Platform Sponsor
$12,500
As the Digital Event Platform Sponsor at Ophthalmology Tech Forum, your company logo will be featured on the highly used digital platform used for accessing agenda information, attendee connections, and ongoing summit updates.
This sponsorship includes:
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Premier company logo visibility on the digital platform
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Sponsor defined digital platform password
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Company logo on emails regarding the digital platform
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
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2 dedicated push notifications on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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8 In-Person Tickets + 16 Virtual Tickets
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3 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Wi-Fi Sponsor
$12,500
As the Wi-Fi sponsor at the forum, your company name could be the answer to the most frequently asked question we receive: What is the Wi-Fi password? You will increase attendee awareness of your company at Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2022.
This sponsorship includes:
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Sponsor defined Wi-Fi password
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Company logo on signage for Wi-Fi on site
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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8 In-Person Tickets + 16 Virtual Tickets
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3 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
LaunchPad SBDC Judge
$10,000
You will have the opportunity to be a judge during the LaunchPad SBDC panel.
This sponsorship includes:
- 6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
- 5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
- 2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
2 opportunities
Valet Sponsor
$10,000
As the valet sponsor, your company will be the exclusive sponsor of valet for attendees. You will increase attendee awareness of your company at Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2022.
This sponsorship includes:
- Exclusive sponsor logo at valet station which includes branded valet voucher
- 1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
- Custom social media post for sponsor posting
- 5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
- 2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Conference Bag Sponsor
$9,500
As the Conference Bag Sponsor, your company will receive recognition as the exclusive conference bag sponsor throughout Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2022. Your company will also have branded reusable bags for attendees to take home.
This sponsorship includes:
- Company branded conference bag
- Custom social media post for sponsor posting
- 1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
- 5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
- 2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Connecting Sponsorships
Refreshment & Snack Break Sponsor
$8,000
As the Refreshment & Snack Break Sponsor, your company will receive recognition as the snack break sponsor at one of the selected snack breaks at Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2022. Your company will also have branded coffee cups for maximum visibility.
This sponsorship includes:
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Company branded coffee cups
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
1 Opportunity Available
Lanyard Sponsor
$8,000
As the Lanyard Sponsor, you have the opportunity for every attendee to see your company name and logo. Design the lanyard with your logo or slogan for maximum visibility at Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2022.
This sponsorship includes:
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Company branded lanyard for all attendees
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Contributing Sponsorships
Digital Marketing Outreach & Branding Sponsorship
$7,500
As the Digital Marketing Outreach and Branding Sponsor, your company will have exclusive access to Octane’s audience through digital retargeting. This sponsor will increase their brand awareness, outreach and visibility to the Ophthalmology Tech Forum audience and allows you to target attendees in a consistent and highly valuable format. Sponsored retargeting allows your digital ads to follow Octane’s Ophthalmology Tech Forum website visitors wherever they go online – giving you trackable, digital exposure and expanded reach to attendees, non-attendees, and prospects alike.
This sponsorship includes:
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60,000 views of your advertisement to the Ophthalmology Tech Forum audience (approximate 3-month duration)
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The sponsorship of two Ophthalmology Tech Forum emails with branding (i.e. This email is brought to you by company name)
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Customized retargeting ad defined by sponsor (your own logo design) in accordance to ad specifications
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5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Showcase Sponsor
$7,500
Display and present your company and be part of our showcase exhibitors. You will have the opportunity to set up and meet with prospective clients.
This sponsorship includes:
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6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
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5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
10 opportunities available
Centerpiece Sponsor
$7,500
As the Centerpiece Sponsor, your company will receive recognition as the exclusive sponsor of centerpieces at Ophthalmology Tech Forum 2022.
This sponsorship includes:
- Company branded floral centerpieces
- Custom social media post for sponsor posting
- 1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
- 5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
- 2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive Opportunity
Water Bottle Sponsor
$7,000
As the Water Bottle Sponsor, your company will have the opportunity to brand the reusable water bottle that will be handed out to each attendee upon arrival at the summit.
This sponsorship includes:
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Company branded reusable water bottles for each attendee
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Custom social media post for sponsor posting
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital event platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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5 In-Person Tickets + 10 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Notebook & Pens Sponsor
$5,500
Have your company’s logo showcased on all the notebook and pens distributed throughout the summit.
This sponsorship includes:
- Branded notebook and pens
- 3 In-Person Tickets + 6 Virtual Tickets
- 2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive Opportunity
Symposium Sponsor
$5,500
The Symposium Sponsor is an opportunity to reach the entire Ophthalmology Tech Forum audience. This dedicated 3-5-minute video will feature a topic of your company’s choice. Your video will play during the summit within the main agenda, visible to both in-person and virtual attendees. After the forum, it will be accessible to all attendees through our digital platform, further increasing your company’s branding and visibility.
This sponsorship includes:
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3-5 minute video featuring a topic of your company’s choice
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4 In-Person Tickets + 8 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
3 opportunities available
Branded Mobile Charging Station
$5,000
Have your company’s logo in one of the most coveted forum areas- the mobile charging station! Forum attendees will be able to charge their phones for extra power throughout the day.
This sponsorship includes:
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Branded mobile charging station
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3 In-Person Tickets + 6 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
2 opportunities available
Digital Display Sponsor
$4,000
As the digital display sponsor, your company name will be prominently featured on all the screens at the forum and during breaks. This sponsorship will be seen on-site and virtually through our digital platform on the bottom of the screen ticker. You will also receive two additional banner ads to include on the screens throughout the forum and during breaks.
This sponsorship includes:
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2 additional banner ads to include on the digital display throughout the forum and during breaks
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Your company name featured on the bottom of the screen ticker throughout the forum
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1 dedicated push notification on the digital platform to encourage attendees to a website, attend a session or click on a link
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3 In-Person Tickets + 6 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
Exclusive opportunity
Supporting Sponsor
$3,500
Your company will be seen as a supporter of Ophthalmology Tech Forum.
This sponsorship includes:
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3 In-Person Tickets + 6 Virtual Tickets
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2 Private Welcome Reception Tickets
6 opportunities available
Add-Ons
Digital Ad Sponsorships
90,000 impressions
$6,000
Provide retargeting ad (provided by your company or our team) that is directed towards Ophthalmology Tech Forum website visitors. This sponsorship will last ~3 months and get approximately 90,000 impressions.
Digital Ad Sponsorships
60,000 impressions
$4,000
Provide retargeting ad (provided by your company or our team) that is directed towards Ophthalmology Tech Forum website visitors. This sponsorship will last ~3 months and get approximately 60,000 impressions.
Digital Ad Sponsorships
30,000 impressions
$2,500
Provide retargeting ad (provided by your company or our team) that is directed towards Ophthalmology Tech Forum website visitors. This sponsorship will last ~3 months and get approximately 30,000 impressions.
LaunchPad SBDC and Startup Company Bonus Package
$2,500
This sponsorship is specifically for companies pitching at the forum.
This sponsorship includes:
- 6’ showcase exhibitor table on-site
- 1 additional In-Person Conference Ticket
- Professional photo at the step n repeat
- Presenting company logo on an email sent to prospective attendees prior to the event
- Presenting company logo on Octane’s Ophthalmology Tech Summit website
- Custom social media post for sponsor posting prior to the event
- Social Media post during the event announcing the presentation
- Company video played on main screen
- The opportunity to contribute to the post-event virtual digital conference bag, an email sent with links to your promotional items