GRA 2022 WGC Sponsorship Opportunities

WESTERN GROUNDWATER CONGRESS 2022

BUILT FOR CHANGE SEPTEMBER 19-21, 2022 | SACRAMENTO

2022 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

WESTERN GROUNDWATER CONGRESS 2022

BUILT FOR CHANGE SEPTEMBER 19-21, 2022 | SACRAMENTO

2022 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Building a sustainable future together! The Groundwater Resources Association of California (GRA) is excited to invite you to join us in the State Capitol as a sponsor of the fifth annual Western Groundwater Congress to be held September 19-21, 2022, at the Sacramento Convention Center & Hyatt Regency in Sacramento, CA.

Hotel Accommodations:

Hyatt Regency Sacramento 1400 J Street Sacramento, CA

The hotel is pleased to confirm the discounted rate of $189 for this group. Guests must make their own reservations online.

Hyatt’s Commitment to Cleanliness: One of our highest priorities for welcoming guests back to Hyatt properties is doing so safely, with your wellbeing in mind.

Hyatt continues to monitor the corona-virus (COVID-19) situation closely, keeping those who are affected in our hearts, and listening carefully to the questions and concerns we receive from guests such as you.

Inspired by Hyatt’s purpose — we care for people so they can be their best — and in response to the dynamic COVID-19 situation, we would like to share actions Hyatt is taking to care for you during this time, including booking with confidence and travel flexibility and comprehensive steps to implement new guidance, procedures and practices as we re-imagine the hotel experience.

Visit Hyatt News Center for details.

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Sponsor/Exhibitor Deadlines The online sponsor registration closes August 19, 2022. Registrations received after this day may not be included in printed conference documents.

Ads for the onsite program are due August 22nd, 2022 Ads for the Winter HydroVisions are due November 15th, 2022 Logos are due as soon as you register to ensure qualifying sponsors are having their logo displayed leading up to the conference. The deadline to be included in print materials is August 22nd, 2022 Please email your materials to launch@smithmooreassoc.com with your company name+sponsor level+WGC2022 in the subject line.

Logo & Ad Specifications: You must send your logo in both an eps/ai vector format and a high-res transparent png or PDF. If you do not have an eps version of your logo, please ensure what you send is a high resolution transparent png or pdf. Logos pulled from websites are not suitable for printing. We will not use your logo from a previous year unless explicitly told to do so.

Groundwater Resources Association of California

EPS

Groundwater Resources Association of California

JPEG

Low-Res PNG

High-Res PNG or PDF (transparent)

Onsite Program and HydroVisions Ad Dimensions Groundwater Groundwater Resources Full Page: 7.5”Resources x 10” - PDF, 300dpi Association Association of California of California Vertical Half Page: 3.75” x 10” - PDF, 300dpi grac.org

Website Banner Ad Dimensions 340px H X 170px W - JPEG

grac.org

Do you need help designing your ad? GRA is happy to help in designing a simple ad for the Western Groundwater Groundwater Groundwater Groundwater Congress using your company logo for a nominal fee. Groundwater Resources Resources Resources Resources

Association Association Association Association Please email dgarrison@smithmooreassoc.com for more information. of California of California of California of California

Exhibit Schedule The Exhibit HallA will be in Hall A at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center. Registration, breakfasts, breaks and A both Receptions will be held in the Convention Center to provide maximum exposure to exhibitors.

Exhibitor Set-Up:

September 19, 2022, 7am-9am (Booths must be set up by 9am)

Exhibit Hall Open:

September 19, 2022 – 9am-5pm

September 20, 2022– 7am-7pm

September 21, 2022 – 7am-2pm

Exhibit Tear Down:

September 21, 2022, after 2pm

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Sponsorship Levels Groundwater Legend – Exclusive Sponsorship, only one available! $15,000 Benefits: Special mention in opening session, private coffee reception to thank you with the GRA President, Vice President and Conference Chair and other members of GRA’s leadership, keynote speaker recognition of sponsor, logo signage onstage for opening sessions on first and second days of conference, logo on cover of onsite program, FREE full-page ad in the Event Program and the Winter 2023 issue of HydroVisions, a promotional banner on the GRA website for 4 weeks following the WGC, recognition on the event website, four full program registrations for event, signage recognizing level of sponsorship and the option to exhibit throughout meeting in an oversized booth with premier booth placement in the Exhibit Hall.

Groundwater Hero – Deluxe Exhibitorship, limited availability! $5,000 Benefits: Special mention in opening session, logo onstage for opening and closing sessions, logo on cover of onsite program, FREE vertical full-page ad in the Event Program AND the Winter 2022 issue of HydroVisions, recognition on the event website, two full program registrations for event, signage recognizing level of sponsorship and the option to exhibit throughout meeting with premier booth placement in the Exhibit Hall.

Recharge Sponsor – Awards Luncheon and Annual Meeting $3,000 Sponsor the most distinguished part of the program!

Benefits: Podium recognition during the luncheon, logo recognition in the onsite program, the Awards Luncheon program, signage recognizing level of sponsorship and one full program registration for the event.

Artesian Sponsor – Premier Sponsorship $2,500 Benefits: Logo on inside cover of onsite program, FREE vertical half-page ad in the Event Program AND the Winter 2022 issue of HydroVisions, recognition on the event website, one full program registration for event, signage recognizing level of sponsorship. And one of the following: Recognition as conference lunch sponsor or refreshment break sponsor – you choose! Hungry conference goers will think of you fondly while they enjoy a brain break and some tasty morsels.

Conference Lanyards (Only one spot available, first come first served) - Every attendee will be wearing your logo throughout the conference! (Sponsor must provide a high-resolution .eps logo, GRA will obtain the lanyards at no additional cost.)

Conference Bags (Only one spot available, first come first serve) - Every attendee will receive a bag displaying your logo to carry their conference materials and continue using long after the conference ends! (Sponsor must provide a highresolution .eps logo, GRA will obtain the bags at no additional cost.)

Gourmet Water Station sponsor (only one spot available). GRA will provide ice cold water and a selection of fresh fruits and veggies for each attendee to fill their infusion bottle with to keep them hydrated throughout the event and beyond!

(Sponsor must provide a high-resolution .eps logo, GRA will obtain the water bottles at no additional cost.)

Watershed Sponsor – Evening Receptions $2,500 Be a sponsor who makes the parties happen!

30th Anniversary Celebration Benefits: Logo recognition in the onsite program, signage recognizing level of sponsorship, one full program registration for the event, and your logo on the drink tickets and cocktail napkins.

Branch Reception Sponsor $2,000 Benefits: Logo recognition in the onsite program, signage recognizing level of sponsorship, one full program registration for the event, and your logo on the drink tickets and cocktail napkins.

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Vadose Zone Sponsor - Members Only Chair Massage Session $1,500 Conferences are stressful! Be the sponsor who brings relaxation

to conference attendees!

Benefits: Recognition on the event website, logo recognition in the onsite program, signage recognizing level of sponsorship and the option to place your own pop-up sign at the massage station (space permitting).

Sustainable Basin Sponsor – Wellness Events $1,500 Help attendees maintain balance! Be the sponsor who brings wellness aspects to the WGC including stretch breaks, a 5k run and more…

Benefits: Recognition on the event website, logo recognition in the onsite program, signage recognizing level of sponsorship, one full program registration for the event and the option to give away wellness themed swag items during the wellness events.

Women for the Good of Water (Women for GW) Workshop Sponsor $1,500 We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and look to explore the role of women advancing women throughout different career stages and expand our professional network. Become a sponsor of this panel to show your support and stand with GRA and the DEI Committee. Sponsor logos will be included on the custom “Women for GW” SWAG given out to all workshop participants.

Virtual Sponsor - $1,000 Unable to attend in person but still want to participate? Be a virtual sponsor!

Benefits: Recognition on the event website, logo recognition in the onsite program, and the option to provide a video highlighting your company or services to be shown during a general session at the event. *Videos should be no longer than 1 minute in length, an aspect ratio of 1920x1080 with HDR rendering is preferred.

Conference Bag Swag Sponsor Add an item with your company logo into the bags that will be provided to all attendees at registration! *Please note that this sponsorship does NOT include program registration. (Sponsor is responsible for providing the swag to GRA by Tuesday, September 1st in order to be included. No refunds will be given if your swag arrives too late to be added to the bags.)

Price: $250 OR bundle this option with another sponsorship for a $150 discount and pay only $100!

DIY Sponsorship DIY or ‘do it yourself ’ sponsorships are for all the creative groundwater professionals out there. Showcase your organization in a way we haven’t thought of! Email Kory Adams at kadams@grac.org with your proposed sponsorship and budget and we will work with you to customize a package for your company!

Exhibit Booths Artesian Aquifer Exhibitor– Premier sponsorship, limited availability! $3,000 Benefits: Logo on inside cover of onsite program, FREE vertical half-page ad in the Event Program AND the Winter 2022 issue of HydroVisions (contact Kory Adams at kadams@grac.org to pay an additional fee to upgrade to a full-page ad), recognition on the event website, one full program registration for event, signage recognizing level of sponsorship and the option to exhibit throughout meeting with priority booth placement in the Exhibit Hall.

Aquifer Exhibitor $2,000 Benefits: Recognition in onsite program, recognition on the event website, one full program registration for event, signage recognizing level of sponsorship and a tabletop booth in the Exhibit Hall.

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