
GDC Europe General Sponsorships
GDC Europe
August 16-18, 2010
Cologne Congress Center
Cologne, Germany
GDC Europe sponsorships provide exhibitors with the opportunity to reach attendees throughout their entire GDC experience, whether they are attending classes, eating, networking, or socializing.
General Sponsorship Opportunities
GDC Europe Title Sponsorships |
Sponsored Speaking Opportunities |
Marketing/Promotions
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Networking Sponsorships |
GDC Europe Title Sponsorships
Platinum Sponsorship Package (3 Available) - €35,000 (SOLD)
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and website link on GDC Europe event website home page (right hand nav)
- Logo and link on Sponsors page of the GDC Europe website and 50 word company description on the Exhibitors page of the website
- (3 top slots) Newsletter Ads - Logo, Company Name and 50-word description in pre-event e-newsletters
- E-Newsletter - logo inclusion in all GDC Updates as of date signed (logo on left bar)
- (1) Rotating banner on GDC Europe website (run of site) for 3 months
- (1) Distribution of one sponsor press release through PR Newswire
- Company logo and name on all print ads and onsite signage containing “GDC Europe” logo
- (1) Interview for publication by media partners
- Enhanced Exhibitor Profile with Meeting Scheduler
Onsite Benefits:
- 24 m² Exhibit Space (incl. electricity (230V/ 16A - 3kW)
- (2) Sponsored sessions
- (4) All Access Passes
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- (6) Staff Passes
- (2) Pass for VIP-Lounge at GDC Europe Business Lounge at gamescom
- (1) Tote bag insert (distributed to paid conference attendees + press)
- (1) Hanging banner in convention center
- (1) Standing banner at the registration area
- (1) Ad in the GDC Europe Show Program: Full page – best position available
- Listed as Platinum Sponsor with logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
Gold Sponsorship Package (4 Available) - €21,500
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and website link on GDC Europe event website in the right side bar (from the first day of the signed sponsorship contract Logo and link on Sponsors page of the GDC Europe website and 50 word company description on the Exhibitors page of the website
- (3 middle slots) Newsletter Ads - Logo, Company Name and 50-word description in pre-event e-newsletters
- (1) Distribution of one sponsor press release through PR Newswire
- (1) Rotating banner on GDC Europe website (run of site) for 2 months
- Company name on all print ads and onsite signage containing “GDC Europe” logo
- Enhanced Exhibitor Profile with Meeting Scheduler
Onsite Benefits:
- 12 m² Exhibit Space (incl. electricity (230V/ 16A - 3kW)
- (1) Sponsored session
- (2) All Access Pass
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- (4) Staff Passes
- (1) Pass for VIP-Lounge at GDC Europe Business Lounge at gamescom
- (1) Tote bag insert (distributed to paid conference attendees + press)
- (1) Ad in the GDC Europe Show Program: Full page – best position available
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
Exhibitor can opt for a Meeting Room or a Turnkey Booth for €1600 more.
Silver Sponsorship Package (4 Available) - €9,900
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and link on Sponsors page of the GDC Europe website
- (2 bottom slot) Newsletter Ads - Logo, Company Name and 50-word description in pre-event e-newsletters
- (1) Rotating banner on GDC Europe website (run of site) for 1 month
- (1) Distribution of one sponsor press release through PR Newswire
- Enhanced Exhibitor Profile with Meeting Scheduler
Onsite Benefits:
- 9m² Exhibit Space (incl. electricity (230V/ 16A - 3kW)
- (1) All Access Pass
- (1) Main Conference Passes
- (2) Exhibitor Staff Passes
- (1) Ad in the GDC Europe Show Program: Full page
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
Exhibitor can opt for a Meeting Room or a Turnkey Booth for €1200 more.
Sponsored Speaking Opportunities
Sponsored Sessions (For Exhibitors Only) - €3,200
GDC Sponsored Sessions provide interested parties the opportunity to have an intimate conversation with the influential game developer community. Sponsors can customize the session content to show how their product or service can improve the game creation process.
1 Sponsored Session Includes:
- Sponsor to select day and time from available session slots before July, 31. After that day show management will place the sponsored session according to the content schedule
- Listing on GDC Europe includes: session title, company name, 50-word session description, track, speaker, 50-word speaker bio, date/time/location.
- Listing in GDC Conference Program includes the following: session title, speaker name, 50-word speaker bio, 50-word session description, track, date/time/location.
- (2) Conference Associates at door.
- Speaker will be registered as regular Speaker (Main Conference Pass)
- Standard A/V setup
Full Day Tutorial/Developer Day
Present a full-day tutorial with full control over session content, speakers, and topics so you can drive home your message to this influential audience.
| Exhibitor Rate | €15,000 |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate | €20,000 |
Date: Sponsor to select 1 day, Monday Aug 16th or Tuesday, Aug 17th
Location: Convention Center, Room TBD
Classroom Capacity: TBD
Room Information:
- Set-up can begin on Sunday, Aug 15th
- GDC operations will order a 2 tables and 8 chairs for outside of the room (Sponsor can use these for assembly/registration tables)
- Sponsor can begin computer setup in the room at TBD
- Sponsor can bring locks for these rooms.
Content:
Sponsor will have full control over the content and work with Show Management on the messaging.
*NOTE: Full Day Tutorial/Developer Day Title and Abstract will need to be approved by GDC Content team prior to messaging execution. Please note, once approved the sponsor should reference your Full Day Tutorial/Developer Day as [Tutorial/Developer Day title], a Sponsored Full Day Tutorial/Developer Day within the Game Developers Conference. The sponsor may not reference the Full Day Tutorial/Developer Day as a standalone event at GDC or as an main conference, summit, tutorial event or session programmed by the Game Developers Conference.
Marketing:
- Sponsor Tutorial/Developer Day will be promoted for 30-days prior to event on Gamasutra.com
- Sponsor Tutorial/Developer Day will be promoted in two GDC E-Mail Updates. Dated TBD.
- Website exposure for the Dev Day Sponsored Tutorials (includes 100 words of text).
- Sponsor Tutorial/Developer Day will be promoted via a tote bag insert and via online banner on GDC Europe website
- Post-tutorial list usage – Sponsor will have access to one-time use of the list of game developers who attended the Dev Day sponsored tutorials.
- Sponsor logo on GDC Europe website
Registration:
- The GDC will assume responsibility for Dev Day registration. Game developers will be admitted to the sponsors Developer Day by purchasing an All Access pass through GDC registration.
- Should the sponsor want to hand out special Developer Day bags, GDC will offer the services of our CAs (Conference Assistants) in inserting up to five pieces in the bags provided by the sponsor. CAs will also assist with the distribution of the Dev Day bags at the door of the classroom. All materials for bags must be received at the advanced warehouse to ensure timely coordination of bag distribution.
- All pre-registered Dev Day attendees registered by the deadline will receive their badges by mail prior to the GDC tutorials.
Operations:
- GDC Operations staff will coordinate A/V needs with all Dev Day speakers. Operations staff will also work with sponsor on set up, move in, rehearsal and move out for Dev Day sponsored tutorials. GDC requires that specifications for set up of the Dev Day tutorials be communicated at least 3 weeks prior to GDC.
- Sponsor will work with GDC conference operations to make sure everything is ordered correctly. GDC will provide sponsor with an Autocad drawing of this room two months prior to move in.
- GDC will pay for minimum electrical needs in the Dev Day Room. Sponsor will notify GDC of these needs no later than 30 days before move-in. If additional A/V and electrical are needed GDC will ensure that show management discounts are extended to sponsor.
- GDC ops team will assist in freight coordination for Sponsor's Dev Day (all freight should be shipped to sponsors booth/expo suite where it can be sorted and distributed). GDC operations will coordinate with GES to move freight to session rooms.
- Lunch will be provided for all Dev Day attendees upon presentation of lunch tickets at lunch area.
- The sponsor will have four CAs available to assist them with the tutorial and their workshops at their booth.
GDC Europe Recorded Sponsored Sessions Hosted on GDC Vault
GDC Vault, the premium content portal for all GDC attendees, offers post-event access to conference recordings and proceedings in slide, audio, and video formats. Hosted and accessed via the GDC Europe and main GDC event websites. GDC Vault extends the life the Game Developers Conference® into an organized and easy to use web tool. As a sponsor to a GDC session, you have the opportunity to upgrade your package and participate in GDC Vault.
How Does it Work?
GDC will video/audio record your sponsored session at GDC as well as screen-capture your slides. We'll sync up the recorded content and host it via GDC Vault for up to three months after the conference.
What's the Value?
GDC will promote Vault content to all attendees and members of GDC and visitors to GDConf.com. Sponsors also have the option to collect leads and promote their company products and services long after the event.


GDC Vault Sponsorship Details
- Professionally recorded sponsored session handled by GDC team to be made available to the sponsor in select formats and hosted on GDC Vault for up to three months post GDC
- Listing in the GDC Vault Sponsored Session Section including:
- Session title
- Speaker information
- Sponsor logo
- 50 word company or product description
- Option to include sponsor logo or banner within video player with clickable link to sponsor's choice of URL
- Option to collect leads via GDC Vault lead form. Sponsor receives an updated list of contact information for the first three months of all the participants who opt-in to view their video
- Edited video recording (Flash console with video and slides sync) available to sponsors within one week of the event. No raw video footage available
- Sponsor logo and listing to be hosted and archived up to nine months after GDC09 in the Sponsored Session Archive Section of Vault
Value Added Benefits to Vault Sponsors:
- Logo and mention on homepage of GDConf.com prior to the event and post event
- Logo inclusion in banners promoting GDC Vault through Game Group network of sites
- Logo inclusion in GDC09 final newsletter update featuring invitations to view GDC Vault Content (reaches over 60,000 GDC members)
- Inclusion in Inside Gama newsletter (reaching over 20,000 subscribers 5x in one week)
GDC Vault Sponsorship Pricing
| 1 sponsored session | $4,500 |
| 2 sponsored sessions | $8,100 (10% discount) |
| 3 sponsored sessions | $11,475 (15% discount) |
| 4 or more | See rep for details |
Marketing/Promotions
GDC Europe Marketing Package - €5,000
Promote your company to attendee's and the game development community with GDC's most cost effective marketing program. Includes high visibility online, in print and at the event!
- Enhanced Exhibitor Profile with Meeting Scheduler on GDC Website
- Click here for enhanced exhibitor profile deliverables
- Full page ad in GDC Europe Show Program
- 160x600 Online Banner
- Location: GDC Europe Website and Gamasutra.com Network of Sites
- Type: Run of Site
- Duration: 60 days
- Impressions: 300,000
- Totebag Insert (sponsor to provide materials)
- 1 PR Newswire Press Release Distribution Package
- (2) Enhanced Job Postings with Weekly Refresh on Gamasutra.com - to be used within 30 days of the event
The Enhanced Exhibitor Profile with Meeting Scheduler - €1,500
GDC's Enhanced Exhibitor Profiles are the combination of a press kit, meeting scheduler and trade show booth wrapped up and presented as a branded microsite - helping extend your reach beyond the show exposition hall and giving you precise control over messaging and content related to a specific campaign or event promotion. And this content can be updated 24/7, even from the show floor! Enhanced Exhibitor Profiles are a highly-effective channel to deliver vital company and product information to all of your audiences. As an alternative to duplicating CDs, loading content onto flash drives and printing large quantities of documents, Enhanced Exhibitor Profiles provide an environmentally-friendly and cost-effective solution to disseminate your key messages and transcend the trade show floor.
Features:
- Includes up to 15 assets of any type: PDFs, Word documents, PowerPoint presentations, images, video or audio (up to 20 MB each)
- Dedicated vanity URL utilizing company name, event name or product name, as well as logo and color palette selection to match company Web site or product marketing
- Meeting Scheduler-appt. booking utility for site visitors
- Search Engine Optimization for each of the Kit's separate Web pages
- Automatic posting of news releases issued through PR Newswire
- Access to 50 social media bookmarking tags for sharing your Kit's content
- RSS feeds
- Ability to change content 24/7 through our easy-to-use, self content management system
- Option to secure with password protection
- Feature boxes to highlight key contacts, special offers, speakers or event locations
- ROI reporting which details page views, site section traffic, unique visitors and more
- Complimentary news advisory (up to 400 words) distributed via PR Newswire's premier national newsline to alert interested audiences of the new Exhibitor Information Kit

Program Advertising
| Exhibitor Rate | Non-Exhibitor Rate | |
| Full Page | €1,000 | €2,000 |
| Half Page | €800 | €1,600 |
NOTE: Please contact Sales Rep for ad spec and deadline information.
Email Newsletter Ads
Logo, company name, 25-word message and website link included in one e-newsletter distribution.
| Exhibitor Rate | Non-Exhibitor Rate | |
| Top Position | €2,000 | €3,000 |
| Middle Position | €1,500 | €2,500 |
| Bottom Position | €1,000 | €2,000 |
Online Banner - 160x600 (Run of Site)
Rotating banner located on the right side of GDC Europe website.
| Exhibitor Rate | €1,000 per month |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate | €2,000 per month |
GDC Europe T-Shirt (Exclusive) - €15,000
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- Show management will produce and distribute 1500 t-shirts with sponsor logo and GDC Europe Logo. (Production included, show management and sponsor to approve final layout)
- Artwork needs to be received by Friday, July 2nd
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
Main Tote Bag Sponsor (Exclusive) - €9,000 (SOLD)
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- Show management will produce and distribute up to 1500 bags containing show materials to GDC Europe conference badge holders
- Tote bag displays one colored logo of sponsor on one side and GDC Europe logo on the opposite side
- Includes (1) insert into GDC Europe tote bags (sponsor produces insert; 1500 quantity)
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
Tote Bag Insert
(1) Insert into GDC Europe tote bags (sponsor produces insert; 1500 quantity). Show management must approve item. No stickers or breakable objects. Includes company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program.
| Exhibitor Rate | €1,000 |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate | €2,000 |
Lanyards (Exclusive) - €7,000 (SOLD)
- Sponsor to produce 1800 lanyards with sponsor logo
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
Staff Polo Shirt (Exclusive) - €7,000 (SOLD)
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- Show management will produce and distribute staff t-shirts with sponsor logo and GDC Europe Logo. (Production included, show management and sponsor to approve final layout)
- Artwork needs to be received by Friday, July 2nd
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
GDC Speaker Gifts (2 Available) - €3,000
Reach 150 of the GDC Europe's top speakers by providing them with a gift from your company.
- Gifts will be distributed by show management
- Gift must be approved by GDC Management
- Sponsor to provide insert: 150 quantity. Gifts need to be shipped to the advanced warehouse by TBD
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
GDC Exhibitor Gifts (2 Available) - €3,000
Reach 150 of the top decision makers at exhibiting companies by providing them with a gift from your company.
- Gifts will be distributed by show management
- Gift must be approved by GDC Management
- Sponsor to provide insert: 150 quantity. Gifts need to be shipped to the advanced warehouse by TBD
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
GDC Press Gifts (2 Available) - €3,000
Reach 150 of the game industry's top press outlets by providing them with a gift from your company.
- Gifts will be distributed via the GDC Press Room
- Gift must be approved by GDC Management
- Sponsor to provide insert: 150 quantity. Gifts need to be shipped to the advanced warehouse by TBD
- Logo, website link and 50 word company description on the sponsors page of GDC Europe Website
PR Newswire Press Release - €1,500
(1) Company press release distribution to 4,300 Web sites and online databases and over 150 RSS feeds; includes a Web-resolution version of your photo or logo along with your release on more than 175 popular Web sites, including prnewswire.com, Yahoo!, MarketWatch, the LA Times and the sites of ABC affiliates. New York Times Square Exposure of company logo on the 7,000+ square-foot Reuters digital display board, a venue that welcomes 1.5 million people each day.

"Passport to Prizes" Sponsorship (For Exhibitors Only) - €200 + 1 prize
The GDC Europe Expo floor is the perfect place to interact with game industry professionals looking for meet new contacts and exchange ideas. Participate in the "Passport to Prizes" program and drive quality traffic to your booth that will generate hundreds of opportunities to get your message across to attendees.
Here's how it works: Attendees will receive a printed Passport when they pick up their badge at registration. After having their Passport stamped by all participating exhibitors, they return the card to be eligible for a drawing during the closing hour of the Exhibit Hall to win great prizes furnished by your company and your fellow sponsors. Attendees must be present to win – ensuring energetic traffic as the event closes.
Onsite Benefits:
- Logo, company name, booth number and your company's prize listed on the printed Passport
- Logo, company name, booth number will appear in the Passport to Prizes section of the GDC Europe Show Program
- GDC Show Management will draw and announce the winners on the expo floor
Networking Sponsorships
GDC Europe Night (Exclusive) (SOLD)
The official party of GDC Europe will gather the top developers of the international community for a night of social networking - a place to connect with old friends and establish new ones. As an exclusive sponsor of this reception, your company will act as a liaison and host to developers attending GDC Night. The sponsor will be perceived as a major facilitator of initiatives facing the international community and a supporter of game development collaboration.
| Exhibitor Rate | |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate |
Location: Off-site location. See Rep for Details
Date: Mon, August 16th, 8pm start time
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website
- GDC Night 25 word event listing with sponsor logo on GDC Europe website
- GDC Night promotion and sponsor logo in one pre-event e-newsletter: distributed to GDC global list of qualified developers
- 120x600 run of site logo on GDC Europe website
Onsite Benefits:
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- Two signs at the Event Reception that include company logo and name listed as "Thanks to <Company Name> for sponsoring the GDC Europe Night"
- Full control of activities inside reception
- 1 Tote bag insert (sponsor provides materials)
- GDC Night promotions by event management (poster, flyer, etc.)
- Networking Event listing with sponsor logo in GDC Show Program
- (1) Ad in the GDC Europe Show Program: Full page
- Company listing and 50 word description in the GDC Show Program
- Sponsor is responsible for food, beverage and location costs
Expo Networking Bar (Exclusive) - €14,000
As the sponsor of the Lobby Bar, you will own the #1 networking area on the Expo Floor Level, located in the Gateway as attendees come up the escalators. Exclusive rights to all branding and promotional items within the bar and lounge – includes the ability to customize the look and feel. Networking at the GDC is one of the top reasons why developers attend and now they will be doing it at your Lobby Bar while enjoying a nice beverage!
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website
- Networking Bar 25 word event listing with sponsor logo on GDC Europe website
- Networking Bar promotion and sponsor logo in one pre-event e-newsletter: distributed to GDC global list of qualified developers
- 120x600 run of site banner on GDC Europe Website
Onsite Benefits:
- 24m² space on expo floor for networking bar – prominently located
- Networking Bar sign with sponsor logo (Show management produces).
- (2) Main Conference Passes
- Totebag insert
- Networking Bar event listing with sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in the GDC Europe Show Program
- Full well cash bar is allowed. Ask sales rep for details.
- Sponsor is responsible for furniture and booth construction
V.I.P Lounge at GDC Europe - €25,000
The VIP Lounge at GDC Europe is an exclusive area for All Access Pass holders and their guests. Located on the level above the Expo Floor of GDC Europe, this private area is a place for the industry elite to network, relax and enjoy food and beverages.
Location: GDC Europe, 2nd Floor
Date: August 16-18, Open show conference hours
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Company logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website with 25 word description of the V.I.P Lounge at GDC Europe
- Company Logo and link and 50 word company description on the Exhibitors page of the website
- Logo in inclusion in V.I.P Lounge invite emailed to all eligible professionals
- (1) Distribution of one sponsor press release through PR Newswire
- (1) 120x600 Rotating banner on GDC Europe website (run of site)
- Enhanced Exhibitor Profile with Meeting Scheduler
Onsite Benefits:
- (2) All Access Pass
- (1) Tote bag insert (sponsor to provide materials)
- (1) Ad in the GDC Europe Show Program: Full page
- V.I.P Lounge at Europe event listing with sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- Display company collateral alongside service area
- VIP Lounge sign with Sponsor Logo (production included)
- Two signs within VIP Lounge that says "Thanks to <Company Name> for sponsoring the GDC Europe VIP-Lounge" (production included)
- V.I.P Lounge comes tastefully decorated and includes tables and chairs. (See sales rep for details). Sponsor has ability to work with the show management on additional customization at own cost.
- Even more branding and marketing activities are possible in agreement with show management
- Beverage and lunch served daily at GDC Europe (included)
- Two places of issue can be arranged with one LCD screen and DVD-Player each for sponsors trailer (LCD screen, DVD-Player and production of sponsors trailer not included)
- 12 m² Meeting Room at GDC Europe
Optional (+€7,000):
- 10.000 regular cups with 1 colored logo (production included)
- 12.000 coffee cups with 1 colored logo (production included)
- 10.500 napkins with 1 colored logo (production included)
Happy Hour with Conference Pass Giveaway (2 Available) - €8,000
An upgrade to a GDC tradition! During Happy Hour, GDC Europe attendees will flock to the official happy hour sponsor for late-afternoon refreshments, but this time with a chance to win a Conference Pass to GDC Europe 2011 – courtesy of you!
Location: Gateway, Expo Level
Date: 1 available each day - Monday, Aug 16 and Tuesday, Aug 17. Sponsor to choose day
Time: TBD
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website
- GDC Europe Happy Hour 25 word event listing with sponsor logo on GDC Europe website
- GDC Europe Happy Hour promotion and sponsor logo in one pre-event e-newsletter: distributed to GDC global list of qualified developers
- 120x600 rotating banner on GDC Europe website
Onsite Benefits:
- (2) Main Conference Pass
- Two signs at the Event Reception that include company logo and name listed as "Thanks to <Company Name> for sponsoring the GDC Europe Happy Hour"
- Event Happy Hour event listing and sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- Includes minimum beverage of €3,000. Sponsor responsible for the cost of replenishing if needed.
- Beverage table is provided by show management
- 1 totebag insert (sponsor to provide materials)
- Sponsor is able to add marketing activities onsite (in agreement with show management)
- 1 GDC Europe 2011 Conference Pass can be raffled off to attendees during Happy Hour.
- 1 Microphone provided to sponsor for announcing winner
- Sponsor responsible for raffle tickets and distributing them during Happy Hour

GDC Europe Club Party (Exclusive) - (SOLD)
Everybody loves a good party, especially GDC Europe attendees! Gather the game development community together and spread good will among your peers.
Location: Off-site location. See Rep for Details
Date: Tue, August 17th, 9pm start time
| Exhibitor Rate | |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate |
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website
- GDC Night 25 word event listing with sponsor logo on GDC Europe website
- GDC Night promotion and sponsor logo in one pre-event e-newsletter: distributed to GDC global list of qualified developers
- 120x600 run of site banner on GDC Europe website
Onsite Benefits:
- (2) Main Conference Pass
- Two signs at the Event Reception that include company logo and name listed as "Thanks to <Company Name> for sponsoring the GDC Europe Club Party"
- Networking Event listing with sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- (1) Ad in the GDC Europe Show Program: Full page
- Includes minimum beverage of €4,000. Sponsor is responsible for any additional beverage costs or has the option of cash bar once minimum runs out
- 1 totebag insert (sponsor to provide materials)
- Full control of marketing activities onsite (in agreement with show management)
Cigar Bar Sponsorship - €15,000
Exclusive V.I.P networking event that takes place Monday and Tues night.
Date: Monday, August 16th - Tuesday, August 18th
Time: 11:00pm-2:00am
Location: Marriott Cologne
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Company logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website with 50 word company description
- Logo in inclusion in Cigar Bar invite emailed to selected high leveled game industry veterans (sponsor and GDC management to collaborate on list)
Onsite Benefits:
- (2) All Access Passes
- Cigar Bar cards (count 100) with sponsor logo to be given out to eligible professionals (sponsor and GDC management to collaborate on list)
- Includes minimum beverage of €4,000 (€2,000 each day). Sponsor is responsible for any additional beverage costs or has the option of cash bar once minimum runs out
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- Cigar Bar sign at venue with sponsor logo (show management to produce)
- Sponsor has ability to work with the show management on additional signage at own cost.
- 1 totebag insert (sponsor to provide materials)
GDC Europe Executive Dinner Sponsorship (2 Available) - €7,500
Dinner, drinks and networking with a select gathering of industry executives and V.I.P's.
Date: Tuesday, August 17th, 8pm start time
Location: TBA
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Company logo and link on the sponsor page of GDC Europe Website with 50 word company description
- Logo in inclusion in GDC Europe Executive Dinner invite emailed to selected high leveled game industry veterans (sponsor and GDC management to collaborate on list)
Onsite Benefits:
- (1) All Access Pass
- Executive Dinner cards (count maximum 50) with sponsor logo to be given out to invited attendees (sponsor and GDC management to collaborate on list)
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- GDC Europe Executive Dinner sign at venue with sponsor logo (show management to produce)
- Sponsor has ability to work with the show management on additional signage at own cost.
- Sponsor will attend at the welcome ceremony ("Say hello to all guests")
- 1 totebag insert (sponsor to provide materials)
GDC Europe Poker Tournament - €9,500
Host one of the hottest events during GDC Europe. The GDC Europe Poker Tournament gathers the community together and see who knows when to hold 'em and knows when to fold 'em.
Location: Off-site location, TBD
Date: Sun, August 16th, 6pm start time
Event Details: GDC Europe will be the marketing vehicle to drive attendees to the sponsor hosted Poker Tournament and provide prizes. The Sponsor will manage the tournament, including registration and format.
Marketing Deliverables:
- Poker Tournament 50 word event listing, logo and link on GDC Europe website
- Poker Tournament 50 word event listing, logo and link in one GDC Europe Newsletter Update to drive pre-registration to sponsor.
- Sponsor logo and link on sponsors page of GDC Europe website
- Poker Tournament listing and logo included in digital conference preview guide if received by TBD
- Poker Tournament listing and sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- Two signs near each registration location including event details (produced by show management)
- 160x600 online banner on GDC Europe website
- Totebag insert (sponsor to produce materials)
- Prizes: GDC Europe will provide winner with 2 All Access Pass to any GDC 2010 or 2011 event. Sponsor has full control over all other prizes
- Sponsor to work with show management on identifying a venue
- Sponsor to control all onsite aspects of the event and work directly with the venue on all needs, including equipment rental, catering, etc.

Beverage Sponsorship (Exclusive)
| Exhibitor Rate | €13,000 |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate | €16,000 |
Location: Gateway, Expo Level
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Logo and link on sponsor page of GDC Europe website
- Beverage Sponsorship 25 word event listing with sponsor logo on GDC Europe website
Onsite Benefits:
- (2) Main Conference Pass
- Beverage Sponsor event listing with sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- Includes production of 6000 water-bottles with company logo (2000 bottles each day)
- Each beverage station will be arranged with one LCD screen and DVD-Player for sponsor purpose (production not included)
- Display company collateral alongside service area
Coffee Break Sponsorship
| Exhibitor Rate | €4,000 |
| Non-Exhibitor Rate | €6,000 |
Location: Gateway, Expo Level
Quantity: 2 per day, 6 total available
Pre-Event Benefits:
- Coffee Break 25 word event listing, logo and link on the GDC Europe website
- Coffee Break event listing, logo and link in the Digital Conference Preview Guide if received no later than TBD
- Logo, link on Sponsors page of GDC Europe website
- Coffee Break event listing, logo and link in one GDC Europe e-mail update promoting GDC Europe events
Onsite Benefits:
- Coffee Break event listing, and logo in show program
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- Includes production of 1500 napkins with single-color company logo for one break
- Includes production of one directional sign with company logo at each coffee station
- Includes cost of coffee/decaf/water service for one break
- Display company collateral alongside service area for one break
- 1 tote bag insert (sponsor to produce)
Art Wars - €12,000
Live Art Drawing Competition on Expo Floor
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Art Wars 50 word event listing, logo and link on Events page of GDC Europe website
- Art Wars event listing, logo and link in the Digital Conference Preview Guide if received no later than TBD
- Logo, link on Sponsors page of GDC Europe website
- Art Wars 50 word event listing, logo and link in one GDC Europe e-mail update promoting GDC Europe events
- 160x600 GDC Europe ROS banner promoting Art Wars (sponsor supplies web banner)
On-Site Exposure:
- GDC Prizes: 2 Conference passes, 1 to be given out each day. Conference passes good for any 2010 or 2011 GDC Event. Sponsor responsible for additional prizes
- Event listing and logo in GDC Europe Show Program if provided no later than TBD
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- 18m² expo booth for Art Wars, Monday, Aug 16 and Tues, Aug 17 during expo hours
- Art Wars banner with sponsor logo included on back wall (show management produces). Sponsor artwork due on TBD
- Art Wars sign indicating hours of event and sponsor logo. Show Management to produce. Logo due by TBD
- Carpet with sponsor logo (show management will produce. Deadline for artwork is TBD)
- 6 easels, 12 flip charts with paper and pens included. Sponsor to replenish if supply runs out
- Totebag insert promoting event (sponsor to produce). Needs to arrive at warehouse by TBD
- Additional booth buildout or further customization can be done by the sponsor at own cost
Programmer's Challenge - €12,000
Live Programming Challenge on Expo Floor
Pre-Event Exposure:
- Programmers Challenge 50 word event listing, logo and link on Events page of GDC Europe website
- Programmers Challenge event listing, logo and link in the Digital Conference Preview Guide if received no later than TBD
- Logo, link on Sponsors page of GDC Europe website
- Programmers Challenge 50 word event listing, logo and link in one GDC Europe e-mail update promoting GDC Europe events
- 160x600 GDC Europe ROS banner promoting Programmers Challenge (sponsor supplies web banner)
On-Site Exposure:
- GDC Prizes: 2 Conference passes, 1 to be given out each day. Conference passes good for any 2010 or 2011 GDC Event. Sponsor responsible for additional prizes
- Programmers Challenge event listing and sponsor logo in GDC Europe Show Program if provided no later than TBD
- Company listing and 50 word description in GDC Europe Show Program
- 18m² expo booth for Programmers Challenge Competition, Monday, Aug 16 and Tues, Aug 17 during expo hours
- Standing sign with competition times and sponsor logo (show management to produce)
- 8 laptop computers with hard cable internet access
- Counters for the laptops with sponsor logos (show management to provide)
- Carpet with sponsor logo (show management will produce. Deadline for artwork is TBD)
- Totebag insert promoting event (sponsor to produce). Needs to arrive at warehouse by TBD
- Option to build out space and customize at sponsor cost. Sponsor can work directly with show management on booth layout
Sales Contacts
- Aaron Murawski
Global Sales Director
Tel: 805.523.7841
Fax: 805.523.8672
amurawski@think-services.com
- John M. Watson
Global Strategic Account Manager
Tel: 415.947.6224
Fax: 415.947.6090
jmwatson@think-services.com
- Maya Newhagen
Global Account Manager
West Coast, Western Canada & Asia
Tel: 415.947.6227
Fax: 415.947.6830
mnewhagen@think-services.com
- Debbie Beam
Global Account Manager
East Coast, Europe & Eastern Canada
Tel: 785.424.3592
Fax: 516.467.8823
dbeam@think-services.com
- Gina Gross
Global Recruitment Account Manager
Tel: 415.947.6241
Fax: 415.947.6090
ggross@think-services.com
- Rafael Vallin
Global Education Sales Rep
Tel: 415.947.6223
Fax: 415.947.6090
rvallin@think-services.com
- Jacey Correia
Global Inside Sales Rep
Tel: 415.947.6256
Fax: 415.947.6661
jcorreia@think-services.com
- Andy Simms
Game Sales Specialist
Tel: 415-947-6365
Fax: 415-947-6090
asimms@think-services.com
- Carsten Kohlenbeck
Eastern Europe Account Manager
P: +49 (0)30 346 22 644
F: +49 (0)30 346 22 622
C: +49 (0)163 164 76 76
Skype: kohlenbeck
ckohlenbeck@think-services.com


