uLearn23 - Exhibitor Prospectus

Kia tū kahikatea Stand together, like kahikatea

Exhibitor Prospectus 4-6 October 2023 Due Drop Events Centre, Manukau, Tāmaki Makaurau www.ulearn.nz

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Who exhibits? uLearn is a key opportunity for you to reach education sector decision makers from across Aotearoa New Zealand.

Community services and organisations

Cultural resources

Digital technologies

Education non-profits

Education service providers

Equity focused organisations

Financial solutions

Furniture and equipment

Government agencies

Libraries

New innovations

Publishers

Student focused organisations

Teaching and learning materials

Technology companies and providers

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Why exhibit?

Reach an audience that’s shaping the future of learning in Aotearoa New Zealand. uLearn is one of the most powerful annual conferences for educators in Aotearoa. It has a significant history of success as an event that not only supports professional growth, it shifts mindsets and influences the professional practice of educators. uLearn has a national profile and extensive reach within the education sector.

We invite your business to be part of the kōrero.

Exhibiting at uLearn is a great way to showcase your products and services, build your brand and connect with new and existing customers.

Audience uLearn23 provides exhibiting companies with qualified leads, gives insight into what’s happening within the sector and strengthens business relationships with existing clients.

The exhibition is integrated into the conference schedule and programme.

The aim is to have delegates spend up to a third of their day in the exhibition hall. This maximises the time for your brand to be in front of key stakeholders. With customised meeting spaces, booth space and activation opportunities, exhibitors will meet potential clients and customers in optimised settings.

Key aspects of the programme that will draw delegates into the exhibition hall are: • Morning and afternoon tea breaks • Lunch breaks • Podcast caravan and gather spaces • Workshop and demonstration areas

Exhibitors will be able to: • Engage with potential new clients • Reconnect with customers • Network with like-minded professionals • Meet decision-makers and buyers • Launch new products or services • Promote their brand

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Exhibiting options Choose a booth to fit your space. Exhibitors receive complimentary car parking and up to 4 complimentary passes to the Welcome Function. Exhibitors can purchase catering packages when registering to exhibit.

The pack includes morning tea, gourmet lunch, and afternoon tea with delegates. $55 per person per day.

Choose your site

3m x 3m Small booth $2700 +GST Charcoal velcro compatible panel system

Nameplate

1 x spotlight

Standard power (10 amp)

Charcoal velcro compatible panel system

Nameplate

2 x spotlights

Standard power (10 amp)

3m x 6m Medium booth $4460 +GST

3m x 9m Bare space Non-serviced $5400 +GST

Steps to reserve your space 1.

Bare space – no panels No lights

Standard power (10 amp)

Review the site plan (page 4)

2. Email the events team your preferred spot/s 3. You will receive information from us within 24 hours.

3m x 1.5m Showcase booth $1575 +GST (For businesses that have traded for less than 24 months limited sites available).

Charcoal velcro compatible panel system

Nameplate

1 x spotlight

No power

Note: Exhibitors can order extra lighting, power and panels (including colour changes) from Exhibition Hire Services. Go to exhibitionhire.co.nz. Review uLearn23 Terms and conditions of exhibiting on page 11.

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Sponsorship opportunities Welcome function sponsor

Mauri tau sponsor

The welcome function introduces exhibitors to stakeholders and leaders in the education sector.

• Drinks and canapes are to be served on arrival • 350pax • Live musician • PA (AV) system • To be held Wednesday 4th October at 5pm in the Lion Nathan Foyer

The Mauri Tau space is partitioned, allowing delegates to read, write or relax in a peaceful environment throughout the 2.5 days.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the conference and exhibition, this space will provide delegates with soft music, water coolers, bean bags and comfortable seating.

There is ample space for sponsor banners and signage.

In addition, sponsors could provide promotional materials (such as drink bottles) as giveaways.

Coffee cart sponsor A barista-style coffee cart is to be in the Exhibition Hall.

The sponsor of this cart will have naming rights. The coffee cart is always popular with attendees and provides a fantastic opportunity for the sponsor to meet them face-to-face. Delegates will relax on cafestyle seating, drink delicious coffee and review any promotional materials you provide.

Contact us for more information. events@core-ed.org.nz

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Conference theme uLearn23 is the conference that challenges educational inequity.

Kia tū kahikatea | Stand together, like kahikatea The uLearn23 theme ‘Kia tū kahikatea!’ is a call to action for delegates to stand together in strength and unity, like kahikatea, to collaborate on addressing issues of inequity for learners.

600+ delegates

50+ exhibitors

50 workshops and presentations over two and a half days.

Live podcast and gather spaces

Gourmet catering for delegates on the exhibition floor

uLearn dinner (ticketed event)

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The organiser An annual education event for 16 years, uLearn is an award-winning conference for education professionals and those in the wider education ecosystem. Consistently at the forefront of educational thinking, uLearn has an established reputation for being delivered in ways that honour te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Traditionally a face-to-face event, even COVID-19 didn’t derail us! uLearn was delivered online in 2020, 2021 and 2022, taking out the Best COVID-19 Response for an Event at the New Zealand Event Awards in 2021.

Bringing uLearn back to a face-to-face setting provides multiple opportunities for participants to connect, engage and take action.

In partnership with Our kaupapa is a collaborative effort!

Since 2022, Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education has partnered with the Education Innovation Partnership Trust (EPIT) to deliver uLearn. Our partnership was formed to advance shared equity goals and support existing, new and emerging transformative partnerships to form and thrive around our learning equity kaupapa.

We acknowledge and thank EPIT for their guidance and support on uLearn23.

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Contact us Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education, PO Box 13678, Armagh, Christchurch 8141. Email: events@core-ed.ac.nz

Katrina Laurie Product Manager - uLearn Phone: 021 357 355

Emma Hawke Senior Event Specialist Phone: 021 915 812

Rachel Hobbs-Price Event Specialist Phone: 021 449 738

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Exhibitor terms and conditions Please read the information listed below carefully, as each booking is subject to the standard Terms and Conditions of Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education Ltd. Registering for a stand at this event is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions.

Please note these Terms and Conditions apply to exhibitors and sponsors. Sponsors will also receive a separate agreement outlining appropriate sponsorship benefits and Terms and Conditions.

Booking and payment 1.

All prices are quoted (unless specified) in New Zealand dollars and exclude GST. GST is calculated at the date of payment and is currently set at 15%. Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education reserves the right to vary the quoted prices in line with any changes to the rate of the GST.

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Registration forms for an exhibitor stand must be completed online prior to 20 September 2023. (Please note the exhibitor stands may sell out prior).

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On confirmation of the booking, an invoice will be generated and emailed to the exhibitor. This must be paid in New Zealand dollars by credit card or bank transfer in full within 30 days of registering, or prior to the event date (if this is sooner). We reserve the right to refuse admission to the conference if payment has not been received.

Allocation of exhibition space 4.

Exhibition space is allocated after the receipt of the online registration form and payment of the invoice in full.

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Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education reserves the right to make changes to the floorplan and position of any exhibitor stand. However, changes will not be undertaken without prior discussion with the affected exhibitors.

Event content 6.

It may be necessary, for causes beyond Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education’s reasonable control, to alter the advertised content or the advertised speakers. Every effort will be made to ensure a programme of equivalent standard. Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education reserves the right to make changes at any time.

Exhibitor stands 7.

Exhibitors may not assign or sublet any part of their stand.

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The exhibitor is responsible for supplying all equipment and furniture for the stand, except that noted as being provided in the exhibition package.

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Exhibitors must keep their stand in a clean and tidy state and must keep passageways in front of their stand clear of any obstruction.

10. Exhibitors must ensure their stand is staffed during all delegate break times.

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Exhibitors are required to only conduct business from their stand and are not permitted to display or distribute advertising material outside of their stand.

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Exhibitors are prohibited from operating any equipment at a sound level that, in the sole opinion of Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education, is likely to cause disturbance to neighbouring exhibitors or delegates.

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A conference wireless network is available for exhibitors to use during the event. Details to access the network will be provided prior to the event. Exhibitors agree not to enable any other wireless network on their stand unless discussed and agreed upon prior to the event. Exhibitors agree that use of the wireless network will be used for purposes of promoting their products and being able to work (ie to check emails).

14. Exhibitors are not permitted to sell food or beverages from their stands. Complimentary food or beverages (sample size items, confectionary, etc) are permitted.

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Exhibitors are prohibited from bringing alcohol into the venue or giving alcoholic beverages as prizes or complimentary giveaways.

16. Exhibitors are not permitted to undertake fundraising activities for not-for-profits on their stand that requires delegates to contribute financially.

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Exhibitors are welcome to hold competitions at their stand but must advise the project lead, Katrina Laurie,

events@core-ed.ac.nz of any such activity two weeks before the conference commences.

18. The exhibitor is wholly responsible for the security of its materials and property during set up, conference hours, after hours and pack down/dismantling. Tātai Aho Rau recommends important and expensive items are removed from the stand overnight.

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Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education and Due Drop Events Centre accept no responsibility for loss or damage to exhibitor’s property associated with the conference.

20. Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education reserves the right to remove or alter any stand not considered to be in the best interests of uLearn23 at the expense of the exhibitor and with no liability to Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education.

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Exhibitors are responsible for the setup of their stand.

22. The venue will be available to exhibitors for setting up on Tuesday 3 October 2023 from 7.30am and must be completed no later than 8.00pm the same day.

23. All exhibitor stands are expected to be of a high standard. Exhibition Hire Services is the preferred company for the exhibition build. Any exhibitors wishing to use a different contractor to set up their stand must seek the approval of the Exhibitor Liaison no later than 8 September 2023.

24. Exhibitors may only use ‘hook’ velcro, staples, pins or small household picture hooks to adhere items to the panel walls. These must be removed by the exhibitor immediately after the event and a fee for removing any such items not removed will be chargeable back to the exhibitor. If the exhibitor damages the panel walls in any way, including the use of unsuitable adhesives such as screws or nails, the exhibitor will be liable for any damage and the associated costs.

Insurance and public liability 25. The exhibitor is responsible for any damage or loss they may cause to the venue, stand structure and/or goods or property of Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education or any other exhibitor, individual or company.

26. The exhibitor is advised to take out all necessary insurance and advise their insurers to extend cover, including public liability, to Tātai Aho Rau uLearn23.

27. For electrical safety, exhibitors are responsible for ensuring their power cords, multi boxes and electronic devices have been tested by a reputable company with electrical experience, according to the correct standard. Tag and testing procedures will be done onsite before the conference and anything not deemed safe or compliant will be removed.

Health and safety 28. All exhibitions must meet current Building Act 2004, Health & Safety in Employment Act 1992 and New Zealand Fire Safety regulations.

29. The exhibitor must, at all times, comply with the venue’s regulations and policies and the uLearn23 Health and Safety manual, and any verbal health and safety instructions from the uLearn project team or Event provider.

30. Exhibitors must read the uLearn health and safety manual and sign it prior to coming on-site. A copy of this will be at the uLearn23 registration desk. Exhibitors and contractors must wear a hi-vis vest during pack-in and pack-out, and wear closed-toed shoes at all times.

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exhibitors agree to Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education staff and/or attending media representatives taking photographs and recording audio and video footage of the event, which may include the exhibition area.

Materials produced may be displayed online, on television, in print or used by Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education for marketing or educational purposes.

32. Event delegates may take and distribute images or recordings, including via social networking sites, independent websites or reports. Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education takes no responsibility for material or images used in this way.

Stand pack down 33. Exhibitors are responsible for the pack down of their stands.

34. Exhibitors must not pack down any part of their stands prior to midday, Friday 6 October 2023. Exhibitors who attempt to do so may be excluded from involvement in future Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education events.

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All stands must be removed by 3.00pm, Friday 6 October 2023. Any material left on the stand after this time may be removed by Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education or the Due Drop Arena at the expense of the exhibitor.

Cancellation, postponement and substitution policy 36. cancellation of an exhibition stand by the exhibitor must be submitted in writing to the project lead, Katrina Laurie, events@core-ed.ac.nz. Refunds will be applied based on the following:

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37. Prior to 14 July 2023, cancellations will be refunded in full (if payment has been made).

38. Between 14 July - 31 August 2023, cancellations will be liable for 50% of the package selected.

39. From 1 September 2023, cancellations will be liable for 100% of the package selected and no refund given.

40. In the event that Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education cancels the event for any reason, the full exhibition package fee only will be refunded. Flights, accommodation, replacement staff and any other loss sustained by exhibitors will not be reimbursed.

41. In the event that Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education postpones the event for any reason and the exhibitor is unable or unwilling to attend on the rescheduled date, the full exhibition package fee only will be refunded. Flights, accommodation, replacement staff and any other loss sustained by the exhibitor will not be reimbursed.

42. Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education is not responsible for any loss or damage as a result of a substitution, alteration or cancellation/postponement of an event.

Force majeure Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education shall not be held responsible, or hold any liability, for any delay or failure in performance of its obligations to the extent that such delay or failure is caused by fire, flood, pandemic, strike, civil, governmental or military authority, acts of God, acts of terrorism, the availability of the venue or other similar causes beyond its reasonable control and without the fault or negligence of Tātai Aho Rau or its subcontractors.

General All advice, decisions, opinions, recommendations, proposals, presentations, seminars and reports, whether written or oral, are made in good faith by Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education Ltd on the basis of value judgements influenced by current commercial and organisational conditions. These may be affected by unforeseen events and factors outside Tātai Aho Rau’s control and, as such, we reserve the right to amend or cancel planned or previously agreed arrangements. Tātai Aho Rau takes no responsibility for the opinions, statements or advice given by presenters, sponsors, partners, or exhibitors associated with the event. Tātai Aho Rau shall not be liable in any event to delegates, exhibitors, or any other person or third party for any direct or consequential loss or damage sustained arising out of or in connection with this event.

Tātai Aho Rau CORE Education reserves the right to alter these Terms and Conditions at any time and will notify exhibitors if this is the case.