Canadian Glycomics Symposium 2017

CANADIAN GLYCOMICS SYMPOSIUM MAY 10 - 12, 2017 BANFF, ALBERTA

2017

AN INVITATION TO SPONSORS

WHO WE ARE

The Canadian Glycomics Symposium will be jointly hosted by the Alberta Glycomics Centre and the Canadian Glycomics Network (GlycoNet).

The Canadian Glycomics Network (GlycoNet) is a pan-Canadian initiative connecting more than 100 researchers from 25 academic and research institutions, as well as numerous industry and international partners, who work together to develop solutions to unmet health needs through the study of glycomics. By bringing together all key Canadian glycomics researchers, GlycoNet will deliver novel solutions to important health issues.

GlycoNet was announced in February 2015, and since that time we have released funding for two rounds of research projects, and anticipate the release of a third round of funding in the near future. We expect exciting things in the year ahead, including the Network’s Second Annual General Meeting and the 2017 Canadian Glycomics Symposium.

The Alberta Glycomics Centre (formerly known as Alberta Ingenuity Centre for Carbohydrate Science, AICCS) comprises a team of highly motivated individuals whose research interests span a multidisciplinary array of biological processes and technologies specific to carbohydrate research.

The fields of chemistry, biology, medicine, and engineering are dynamically integrated as experts in areas such as carbohydrate synthesis, proteincarbohydrate interactions, glycoengineering, drug discovery, vaccine development, mass spectrometry, and X-ray crystallography work together to explore carbohydrate science. Currently, 10 principal investigators conduct their research as part of the Glycomics Centre.

Glycomics researchers analyze the many and varied roles of carbohydrates (sugars) in biological processes. Glycomics-based research has the potential to lead to the development of new drugs and vaccines for conditions such as influenza, genetic diseases and diabetes.

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MEETING INFORMATION For over a decade, Canadian researchers in the field of glycomics have attended the National Carbohydrate Symposium, organized by the Alberta Glycomics Centre. Each year, the event attracted more than 150 participants from around the globe. With the creation of the Canadian Glycomics Network, the National Carbohydrate Symposium was transformed into the Canadian Glycomics Symposium, a premier North American meeting for researchers in the field of glycomics.

Our 2017 Symposium will bring together Canadian glycomics researchers, as well as international scientists in the field. We expect to welcome more than 200 researchers, trainees and industry leaders in the fields of glycomics, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals. The Symposium will showcase some of the most notable voices in Canadian glycomics research and serve as an ideal occasion to share knowledge in the emerging field of glycomics. There will also be ample opportunity for professional development and networking.

The Second Annual Canadian Glycomics Symposium will be held in Banff, Alberta at the Banff Park Lodge. Visitors from Canada and beyond will get the chance to experience one of Canada’s treasures: the splendid Canadian Rockies.

We invite organizations and companies that share our goals of achieving groundbreaking research in health, who wish to establish a presence in this dynamic community of science, and who seek direct contact with pioneers in the field of glycomics to consider partnering with us.

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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES PLATINUM GOLD $7,500

$5,000

SILVER BRONZE $2,500

$1,000

Host of Thursday’s poster session and reception with company logo on room signage and tables

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Six months of advertising in GlycoNet’s newsletter

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Introduction of keynote speaker

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Meeting with GlycoNet researchers on topic of interest to your organization

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Complimentary registration, including all sessions, meals, and poster session (valued at $850)

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Exhibitor table for Thursday and Friday (valued at $750) *Limited quantities available

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Recognition as a supporter in major marketing activities and on-site signage

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Inclusion of company name and logo on symposium website, with link to your company website

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Inclusion of company logo on supporter slides displayed in opening and closing sessions

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Recognition of company at opening and closing sessions and at all lectures

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Delegate bag inserts (valued at $500)

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Please fill out the Sponsorship Agreement Form on page 6 to sponsor the Canadian Glycomics Symposium.

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OTHER OPPORTUNITIES DELEGATE BAG INSERTS: $500 Provide a one-page document or pamphlet to include in the delegate bag

COLOUR ADVERTISEMENT IN PROGRAM Full Page: $500 Half Page: $250 Ad dimensions will be provided prior to ad deadline.

EXHIBITOR TABLE: $750 Register for an exhibitor table, which will remain open on Thursday and Friday of the Symposium, and get the chance to interact and network with Symposium delegates. Registration includes the following: - One 6’ skirted table - Two chairs - Your organization’s logo in the conference program - Electrical access if required

Please fill out the Sponsorship Agreement Form on page 6 to take advantage of these opportunities.

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Sponsorship Agreement Form Fill out this form online at http://symposium.canadianglycomics.ca/sponsorship

Company Information: Company/Organization: Contact Name: Phone:

Title: Mailing Address: City:

Province:

Country:

Postal Code:

Email Address: Organization Website:

Payment Information / Sponsorship Payment: Requested Level of Sponsorship: TOTAL AMOUNT DUE: I require an invoice from GlycoNet:

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Please return completed form by faxing to 780-492-4147, scanning to glyconet@ualberta.ca or mailing to:

Canadian Glycomics Network 11227 Saskatchewan Drive University of Alberta Edmonton, AB TSG 2G2 Canada

If you requested an invoice, you will receive one after receipt of this form. If an invoice is not required, please pay by cheque (made out to Canadian Glycomics Network) and send by mail.

CANCELLATION: Cancellation must be in writing. 50% Cancellation Fee will apply up to April 30, 2017. No refunds after this date.

The Canadian Glycomics Symposium reserves the right to re-sell any Sponsorship items and/or Exhibit Spaces that have been cancelled. NOTE: All exhibit booths and sponsorship items are assigned on a first-come, first-paid basis and only considered sold upon payment of invoice. Payment is due within 30 days from the date of invoice. GlycoNet reserves the right to render this order null and void if payment is not received by the due date.

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CONTACT US We would be pleased to work with you to develop a sponsorship package that meets your needs and the interests of your organization. More information about the Symposium, as well as an online version of the Sponsorship Agreement Form is available on our website: symposium.canadianglycomics.ca. We look forward to speaking with you about the ways in which your organization could be involved in this year’s Symposium, and we hope that you will join us!

For more information and to discuss your involvement, please contact: Elizabeth Nanak Executive Director, GlycoNet 780-492-7784 enanak@ualberta.ca

Chardelle Prevatt Communications Associate, GlycoNet 780-492-4355 prevatt@ualberta.ca