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EXHIBITION AND SPONSORSHIP
PROSPECTUS
FOCUSED
ONFUTURE
THE
FEBRUARY 9–11, 2016
ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER
WEST HALLS A3 A4 B + ORLANDO, FL
DISTRIBUTECH.COM
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Official Publication of DistribuTECH:
Supporting Publication:
Host Utility:
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THE LARGEST ANNUAL T&D EVENT
IN NORTH AMERICA
With nearly 12,000 attendees and more than 480 exhibitors, DistribuTECH
2015 set records and 2016 is shaping up to be another record-breaking year.
Connect with these influential utility decision-makers –
BOOK YOUR SPACE TODAY!
Attendee Profile by Business and Industry
+ Municipalities
+ Electric Utilities
+ Consultants
+ Water Utilities
+ Federal Power Agencies
+ Gas Utilities
+ Rural Electric Membership Co-ops
+ Energy End Users
+ Energy Service Companies
+ Manufacturers/Vendors
Products Represented
ADDITIONAL CATEGORIES
TRENDING CATEGORIES
This list includes some of the major product categories represented at DistribuTECH.
For a complete list of product categories and sub-categories, please visit
distributech.com/products.
Distributed Energy Resources
+ Demand Response
+ Microgrids
+ Solar PV Grid Integration
+ Distributed Energy Resource
Integration
+ Project Financing
+ Transactive Energy
+ Renewable and Intermittent Energy
Grid Integration
+ Utility Business Models
+ Meters and Metering Systems
+ Systems Monitoring and Control
+ Flow, Level and Pressure Monitoring
+ AMR/AMI Systems
+ Communications and Telemetry
+ Security Systems
+ Customer Information Systems,
including hardware and software
+ Software and Hardware
+ Energy Management
+P
ump and Motor Control and
Monitoring
+ Geographical Information Systems
(GIS): Mapping Systems
+ Energy Storage
+ Grid Edge Technologies
Water Utilities
+ SCADA
Power Supply Hardware and Equipment
+ Cables and Wire
+ Lighting
+ Relays
+ Substation Equipment
+ Enclosures
+ Lighting Controls
+ Remote Terminal Units
+ Switchgear
+ Insulators
+ Poles and Towers
+ Sensors
+ Transformers
+ Inverters
+ Reclosers
+ Business and Finance
+ Energy Efficiency
+ Communications Technologies
+ Energy Management Systems
and Equipment
+ Engineering and Consulting
+ Computer Hardware and Software
+ Financial Services
+ Contracting Services
+ GIS/Geospatial
+ Customer Technology
+ Information Technology
+ Data Acquisition and Analytics
+ Instruments and Controls
+ Demand Response
+ Laboratory Equipment and Services
+ Distributed Energy Resource
+ Load Management Systems
Integration
+ Distribution Automation
+ Meter Data Management
+ Metering/AMI
+ Microgrids and Energy Storage
+ Mobile Technologies
+ Outage Management Systems
+ Physical Security and Cybersecurity
+ Recruitment and Consultancy
+ Renewable Energy Integration
+ SCADA
+ Substation Automation
+ Telecommunications Systems
+ Testing and Monitoring
+ Transmission Automation and
Operation
The No. 1 reason industry professionals
attend DistribuTECH is the exhibition.
2015 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
+ 11,773 attendees from 67
countries
+ 400 utilities represented
+ 480* exhibitors
+ 15 conference tracks
+ 75 conference sessions
+ 200 utility speakers
+ 350+ top industry speakers
+ 22 Utility University® courses
+ 6 mega sessions
*co-located with Utility Products Exposition
DEMOGRAPHICS & SURVEY RESULTS
Which type of organization do you work for?
Utility 55%
Consulting Firm 11%
Energy Service Company 4%
Other 10%
Manufacturer/Vendor 20%
What is your role in the purchase of products and services?
Final decision is mine 14%
Others involved, my opinion most important 25%
Others involved, my opinion equal 37%
Others decide 24%
Which discipline best describes your responsibility/expertise?
Executive, General or Corporate
Management 20%
Engineering Management 12%
Engineering including Planning,
Design and Systems 20%
Information Systems 13%
Operations and Maintenance 5%
Operations Management 5%
Customer Service 7%
Purchasing 1%
Research and Development 8%
Other 10%
100%
of attendees said the range of exhibitors met or
exceeded their expectations
99%
of attendees said the quality of exhibitors met or
exceeded their expectations
98%
of attendees would recommend DistribuTECH to
their industry peers
89%
of attendees said they plan to attend DistribuTECH
in Orlando, February 9-11, 2016
Survey results are based on the 2015 on-site survey conducted by independent research firm, Turnkey Surveys.
DISTRIBUTECH’S PARTICIPATION IN THE
INTERNATIONAL BUYER PROGRAM
DRIVES INTERNATIONAL ATTENDANCE!
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Buyer Delegations Attended
escorted delegations from:
Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, France, Italy, Japan,
Mexico, the Netherlands, Russia, Saudi
Arabia, Turkey and United Kingdom
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individual meetings
with U.S. exhibitors
over the 3-day event
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with exhibitors
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THANK YOU TO OUR
2015 UTILITY PARTNERS
DistribuTECH attracts utilities from all over the world. The Utility Partner Program
places these utilities at the center of the event and offers a range of exclusive
discounts and benefits.
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INCREASE
from 2014!
EXHIBIT AT DISTRIBUTECH 2016
With nearly 90% on-site rebooking in San Diego, DistribuTECH has gained great momentum
for a successful 2016! As a company interested in the latest challenges and opportunities
facing utilities that deliver power and water, you can’t afford to miss DistribuTECH 2016.
Do you want to connect with nearly 12,000 influential decision-makers from these
industries? Book your space today!
Exhibitor Benefits
ALL 2016 EXHIBITORS WILL RECEIVE THE FOLLOWING:
+ Complimentary exhibitor delegate passes (two passes per exhibiting company)
EXHIBITOR DELEGATE PASS INCLUDES ACCESS TO:
- Keynote session
- Delegate lunches
- Conference sessions
- All on-site networking events
- Exhibit hall
- Online conference proceedings
+ Opportunity to purchase additional exhibitor delegate passes at a discounted rate
+ Complimentary exhibitor booth staff passes (two per 100 sq. ft. of exhibit space)
EXHIBITOR BOOTH STAFF INCLUDES ACCESS TO:
- Keynote session
- Networking events
- Exhibit hall
- Receptions on exhibit floor
+Opportunity to market your products and services to thousands of potential clients and
qualified buyers
+Unlimited supply of complimentary exhibit hall passes for exhibitors to offer to their
customers and prospects for free exhibit hall access
+ One-time use of post-conference attendee list (postal only)
+ Company name and description included online and in show guide as a Basic Listing*
BASIC LISTING* INCLUDES:
- 50-word company description online with website URL, contact details and booth
information
- 35-word company description in show guide
- Three online product category features
+ Interested in upgrading? See facing page for details.
Cost to Exhibit
Exhibit space is $37 per sq. ft. Add $1 per sq. ft. for premium space (corner and island
booths). (Exhibitors must pay $275 for basic enhanced exhibitor listing in addition to
exhibition cost.)
DISTRIBUTECH MULTI-SHOW DISCOUNT!
Exhibit at three DistribuTECH events and receive a 10% discount on each, or exhibit at two
DistribuTECH events to receive a 5% discount on each. DistribuTECH events included in
this multi-show discount offer are: DistribuTECH Africa 2015, DistribuTECH India 2015 and
DistribuTECH North America 2016.
FOR EXHIBIT AND SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION,
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SALES REP:
Sandy Norris | North America | T: +1-918-831-9115 | E: [email protected]
Melissa Ward | Rest of World | T: +1-918-831-9116 | E: [email protected]
EXPOSURE BEYOND THE EXHIBIT HALL
DistribuTECH is proud to provide its exhibitors with a fresh new take on exhibit floor plan
interactivity. With the digital age upon us and an ever-increasing demand for visual and
hands-on functionality, we’ve invested in a unique floor plan environment for our attendees
to navigate and learn all about your company.
What does this enhanced
attendee experience do for
DistribuTECH exhibitors?
Your company will now have a multi-faceted
platform for showcasing its brand, products
and services well beyond the DistribuTECH
exhibit hall, and it will be virtually ondemand for all registered attendees. This
enhances your visibility before, during and
after the exhibit hall hours.
Take control of your company’s exposure
+ Customize booth information and company details
+ Add and edit press releases
+ Showcase products
and services
+A
nnounce company
specials, contests
and giveaways at the
show
+ Bring your presence
to life with a video
+ Leverage your social
media presence
within your company
listing
Listing upgrade opportunities
DistribuTECH has experience working
with exhibiting companies of all sizes
– and with varying budgets. Our team
has strategically developed multiple
options for the Interactive Floor Plan,
designed to cater to each of our
exhibitors’ goals and capabilities.
Packages
& Rates
Basic
$275
Gold
$495
Platinum
$995
Elite
$1,995
Company
Description
Online
50 words/ 100 words/ 150 words/ 150 words/
300 char 800 char
1000 char 1000 char
Company
Description in
Show Guide
35 words/
250 char
75 words/
550 char
150 words/
1000 char
For more information on upgrade opportunities and using the
interactive floor plan, please contact:
Jared Auld | Phone: +1 918-831-9440 | Email: [email protected]
150 words/
1000 char
2016 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP EARLY!
Sponsorships are available on a first-come, first served basis. DistribuTECH’s sponsorship
packages are designed to offer a variety of opportunities and levels of exposure. They are a
great way to leverage your participation and presence at the event.
2016 SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES
+ Wi-Fi Internet (Exclusive)
+ Breakfast Roundtable
+ Social Networking (Exclusive)
+ “It’s 5 O’clock Somewhere” (15 Available)
+ Conference Proceedings (Exclusive)
+ Car Giveaway (25 Available)
+ Utility University (Exclusive)
+ Onsite Registration (Exclusive)
+ Networking Reception (8 Available)
+ Coat & Luggage Check (Exclusive)
+ Aisle Signs (Exclusive)
+ You Are Here Board (5 Available)
+ Hand Sanitizer (Exclusive)
+ Press Work Room (4 Available)
+ Two-minute Video (12 Available)
+ Conference Video Session (4 Available)
+ DistribuTECH Website Video
+ Exhibitor Meeting Suites (20’ x 20’)
+ Exhibitor Meeting Suites (10’ x 10’)
+ Sponsor Video Unit (6 Available)
+ New Exhibitor Video (20 Available)
+ Cantina
+ Handrail Banners (Multiple Available)
+ Interior Lobby Banners
+ Cafe Tables
+ Tuesday Delegate Lunch (Exclusive)
+ Wednesday Delegate Lunch (Exclusive)
+ Coffee Wrap (2 Available)
+ Bus Loop Exterior Banner
+ Water Reception (Exclusive)
+ Conference Track
Custom packages are available!
For a complete list of sponsorships, please visit distributech.com/sponsor.
ADDITIONAL MARKETING AND PROMOTION OPPORTUNITIES
DistribuTECH offers additional promotional opportunities to make sure your marketing message
reaches nearly 12,000 industry professionals in attendance.
+ Email List Rental
+ Video Show Daily
+ Banner Advertising
+ POWERGRID International and
Electric Light & Power Advertising
+ On-site Event Guide Advertising
+ Video Showcase
COMPLIMENTARY EXHIBITOR MARKETING TOOLKIT AVAILABLE NOW
As we gear up for DistribuTECH 2016 in Orlando, we’ve created a suite of complimentary marketing
tools to help increase traffic to your booth and promote your presence at DistribuTECH to your
customers and prospective customers.
Please find information and resources for a variety of marketing promotional tools in the Exhibitor
Toolkit section of the event website: distributech.com/exhibit/exhibitor-toolkit.
FOR EXHIBIT AND SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION,
PLEASE CONTACT YOUR SALES REP:
Sandy Norris | North America | T: +1-918-831-9115 | E: [email protected]
Melissa Ward | Rest of World | T: +1-918-831-9116 | E: [email protected]
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COVERING THE GRID FROM END TO END
REACH MORE THAN 44,000 QUALIFIED SUBSCRIBERS.
BUILD YOUR AD CAMPAIGN TODAY.
BENEFITS OF ADVERTISING IN POWERGRID International:
+C
ompany listing will be featured in POWERGRID International’s dedicated
DistribuTECH article*
+ Exclusive access to print promotional discounts with POWERGRID International
+ Exclusive access to digital promotional discounts on www.power-grid.com
*when you advertise in the show issue
CONTACT YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR A CUSTOM ADVERTISING
PACKAGE TO MEET YOUR MARKETING NEEDS.
Monica Hughes, Sales Manager
AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA and WY
Phone: +1 918 831 9884
E-mail: [email protected]
Tom Leibrandt, Sales Manager
USA: AK, AL, AR, CO, CT, DE, District of
Columbia, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY,
LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE,
NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI,
SC, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WV, WI, Canada,
International
Phone: +1 918 831 9184
E-mail: [email protected]
FEBRUARY 9 -11, 2016
ORANGE COUNTY CONVENTION CENTER
WEST HALLS A3 A4 B • ORLANDO, FL
utilityproductsexpo.com
Utility Products Exposition provides utility workers, linemen and field management attendees invaluable
information to do their jobs better – from tools to cutting edge technology to product and safety demonstrations.
ATTENDEE PROFILE:
• Electric Utilities
• Rural Electric Membership
Co-ops
• Municipalities
• Electric Maintenance and Line
Supervision
• Public Power Companies
• Rural Electric Cooperatives
• Fleet Management
• Cable/CATV Companies
• CATV Contractors
• Dealers/Distributors
• Overhead/Underground
Contractors
• Purchasing
• Service/Repair/Maintenance
• Engineers: Design, Specifying,
Safety
• General/Corporate Management
• Telecom Contractors
• Telephone Companies
• Utility Contractors
UTILITY PRODUCTS EXPOSITION 2015 ATTENDEE FEEDBACK
100% 100%
said the Utility Products
Expo met or exceeded
their expectations
said the quality and variety of
exhibitors met or exceeded
their expectations
89%
said visiting the expo is
important to their job
*Based on Utility Products Exposition 2015 survey results
WORKSHOP INFORMATION
Utility Products Exposition 2016 workshops provide attendees practical solutions to everyday
problems. Workshops are tailored for the hands-on utility worker.
If you’d like to speak at the 2016
event in Orlando, please contact:
ANGIE O’DEA
Phone: +1-918-831-9431
Email: [email protected]
For exhibiting, sponsorship and
product demonstration information,
contact:
MELISSA WARD
Exhibit Sales
Phone: +1-918-831-9116
Email: [email protected]
utilityproductsexpo.com
For print and digital advertising
information, contact:
CHRIS LONG
Print & Digital Advertising Sales
Phone: +1 205-647-9137
Email: [email protected]
Official Co-located Event
February 8, 2016
Hyatt Regency Orlando
•
Orlando, Florida
e l p c o n f e r e n c e . c o m
The 2016 Electric Light & Power Executive Conference provides an exclusive, intimate
atmosphere for utility industry executives to network and freely discuss the challenges
and opportunities their companies face. This executive conference will take place on
Monday, February 8, 2016.
2016 SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsorships for the Electric Light & Power Executive Conference are available and
are designed to offer a variety of opportunities and levels of exposure. They are a
great way to leverage your participation and presence at the event.
Sponsorship packages:
•Exclusive Pad Folio and Pens
•Awards Dinner
•On-site Registration
•Online Registration
•Coffee Break
•Conference Breakfast
•Website Page Peel
•Banner Ads
• Conference Lunch
Book your sponsorship today! Contact:
Sandy Norris | Phone: +1-918-831-9115 | Email: [email protected]
Register to attend the Electric Light & Power Executive Conference and gain access to:
• All Electric Light & Power Executive
Conference Sessions
• Breakfast and Lunch
• Awards Dinner
• DistribuTECH Opening Keynote Session
• DistribuTECH Exhibition Floor Entrance
• DistribuTECH Opening Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Register on or before 11/12/15 for only $395!
elpconference.com
Register online at distributech.com
EXHIBITOR REGISTRATION
IS NOW OPEN!
Book your exhibit today for the best
selection of booth space!
Please use this promotional code when registering:
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Tulsa, OK 74112
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