Sponsorship
 
Every year COPEC – Science and Education Research Council organizes high quality international congresses with participants from all over the world. Universities, industries, research institutes, world specialists in several areas of human knowledge, politicians engaged with the scientific and technological development of the countries are all in events of COPEC. Besides the social and cultural program, the events offer workshops, interactive special sessions and plenary sessions with speakers from several countries. All papers presented are peer-reviewed by an international review board and the official languages are English, Spanish and Portuguese.
 
WHY SPONSOR?
 
Participating as sponsor at COPEC Congresses provides your company a unique opportunity to promote your products and services to key companies and organizations. Here you will be able to meet face-to-face with existing clients and new business prospects. Making this important decision allows your company to:

Exposure - Present the innovative potential and the societal benefits of your products and processes to approximately 500 high-level participants

Networking – Make business contacts and cultivate business relations with decision makers, industry leaders, public authorities, researchers and media

Depending on your company's needs, COPEC offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities to meet your marketing objectives. COPEC recognizes the importance of cost-effective opportunities for you to enhance your company's exposure experience, especially in today's business environment. All sponsorship packages can be customized to meet your specific marketing objectives. There is a variety of sponsorships that can fit your need:
 
PLATINUM SPONSORSHIP - R$70.000
 
The sponsor will receive:

- One (1) item bearing information about your organization inserted in the participant’s material;
- One (1) page of color advertisement in the Congress Program (if desired);
- Prominent signage on the stage during the Congress Opening Session and Keynote Session;
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- Prominent signage adjacent to the Congress registration area;
- Five (5) complimentary full Congress registrations.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
GOLD SPONSORHIP - R$50.000
 
The sponsor will receive:

- Company’s name listed in the Congress Preview and the Congress Program;
- One (1) page of B/W advertisement in the Congress Program (if desired);
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- Four (4) complimentary full Congress registrations.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
SILVER SPONSORSHIP - R$30.000
 
The sponsor will receive:

- Company’s name listed in the Congress Preview and the Congress Program;
- One (1) page of B/W advertisement in the Congress Program (if desired);
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- Three (3) complimentary full Congress registrations.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
Your company can also sponsor some events during the congress such as:
 
WELCOME COCKTAIL PARTY R$8.000 (Two sponsors at R$ 4.000 each)
 
The reception on Sunday evening will be a welcoming event for all full Congress registrants to renew and establish new acquaintances. Hors-d’oevres and drinks will be served.
Each co-sponsor will receive:

- Signage with the Company’s name and logo displayed in the reception area;
- Acknowledgment at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- Two (2) complimentary full Congress registrations.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
BARBECUE R$15.000 (Two sponsors at R$ 7.500 each)
 
This is a typical Brazilian Barbecue on a paradisiacal tropical island from 3 pm to 11 pm. It is a full day with nice typical music, good food and a cultural performance. The barbecue will provide the attendees with the opportunity for networking and offer the sponsor an opportunity to demonstrate hospitality to all Congress participants.
Each co-sponsor will receive:

- Company’s logo on Barbecue venue welcome advertisement;
- One item inserted in Congress material;
- Acknowledgment at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman:
- One full page black & white advertisement (if desired) in the Congress Program;
- Two (2) complimentary full Congress registrations per sponsorship of R$ 7.500.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
BANQUET R$7.000 (Two sponsors at R$ 3.500 each)
 
The Banquet is a different dinner offered to the participants, who wish to spend a different evening with other collegues.
Each co-sponsor will receive:

- Company’s logo on Awards Banquet menu;
- One item inserted in Congress satchel;
- One reserved table of eight (5) at the Awards Banquet;
- One full page black & white advertisement (if desired) in the Congress Program;
- Two (2) complimentary full Congress registrations per sponsorship of R$ 3.500

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
COFFEE BREAKS R$2.000 per break (Two coffee breaks per day)
 
Morning coffee breaks and afternoon coffee/tea breaks will be provided at the exhibits area.
The sponsor will receive:

- Signage with the sponsor’s name and logo prominently displayed in the coffee/tea area;
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairmano;
- One (1) complimentary full Congress registration per sponsorship of R$ 3.000.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
CONGRESS PROGRAM and BOOK OF ABSTRACTS R$6.000
 
A Book of Abstracts and Program will be distributed to Congress participants.
The sponsor will receive:

- One full page (10 cm wide x 23 cm deep) complimentary black & white or 2-colour advertisement (if desired) in the Congress Program;
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- One (1) complimentary full Congress registration per sponsorship of R$ 3.000.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
CONGRESS CD-ROM PROCEEDINGS (Two sponsors at R$10.000 each)
 
This is the most important technical documentation in CD-ROM format for the Congress, containing papers which are presented at the Congress. These Proceedings are an excellent source of reference for participants and people in scientific community.
Each co-sponsor will receive:

- Acknowledgement under the heading “Corporate Sponsor(s)” inside the CD-ROM Proceedings;
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- Three (3) complimentary full Congress registration per sponsorship of R$ 10.000.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
AUDIO-VISUAL EQUIPMENT R$12.000 (Two sponsors at R$6.000 each)
 
All Technical Session Rooms and Author Check-In Room will be equipped with laptop/computer, LCD projector, as well as other necessary audio-visual equipment.
Each co-sponsor will receive:

- Title PowerPoint slide with the company’s name and logo displayed in all of the technical session rooms;
- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman
- Two (2) complimentary full Congress registration per R$ 6.000.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
GROUND TRANSPORTATION/SHUTTLE-BUSES R$4.500
 
Complimentary shuttle bus service will be available to and from hotels to and from the Congress Site.
The sponsor will receive:

- One page of two-color advertisement (if desired) in the Congress Program;
- Logo on the shuttle buses;
- One (1) complimentary full Congress registrations.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
Student Passport Program
 
Display your corporate commitment to foster opportunities for deserving global students. Your sponsorship will enable four (4) students from around the world to attend the congresses.
The sponsor will receive:

- Acknowledgement at the Opening Session by the Congress Chairman;
- One page of two-color advertisement (if desired) in the Congress Program;
- One (1) complimentary full Congress registration.

(Registration includes access to technical sessions, daily lunches, daily coffee breaks, one CD-ROM Proceedings, one Book of Abstracts and Program and Welcome Reception)
 
Sponsors will receive recognition in the conference program and have an opportunity to make brief remarks at the Welcome Reception. If you are interested in promoting quality education for further information you can contact: copec@copec.org.br