1. ESTC 2011Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference Sponsor ProspectusESTCSEPTEMBER US AT - 21, ON BECOMINGTHE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, USA2011 FOR MORE 19 SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG CONTACTINFORMATION 2011 A SPONSOR

2. Sustainable Tourism MarketAuthentic. Ethical. Sustainable. Life-Changing.There is no doubt that green is the color of the future for the Sarah Hendersontourism industry. Early-adopters and trend-setters are alreadygoing beyond going green and taking tangible steps tostrengthen their efforts in various shades of green.Business Case: Performance, Results, GrowthIncreasingly, todays savvy travel consumers are demandingenvironmentally conscious and socially responsible options without, of course, compromising on quality. The businessesthat have successfully captured this critical shift are thoseembracing sustainability as an important market driver.Sustainability Is Here To StaySustainability in tourism is no longer a buzz word to watchout for; its a proven business strategy with a distinct set ofchallenges and an unlimited array of opportunities to stayahead in the ever-growing, ever-changing world of travel,hospitality and tourism.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011 CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG Sarah Henderson 3. About the ESTCThe Ecotourism and Sustainable Tourism Conference (ESTC)is North Americas largest and only conference focusing onsustainability in tourism. The ESTC brings togetherinnovative minds from across the industry to discusspractical ideas and solutions that inspire positive changes.With over 25 eye-opening sessions, 50+ leading industry Joe Staianopartners and inspiring keynote presentations, the ESTC setsthe platform for ongoing dialogue promoting innovativeideas and practical solutions to help green the tourismindustry.DATESSeptember 19 - 21, 2011VENUEThe Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa2 Grasslawn AvenueHilton Head Island, SC 29928, USAFOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011 CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 4. ESTC Speakers: Innovative Sessions, Eye-Opening StoriesI wholeheartedly believe that ifwe get the business model right,the rest profitability, growth will all come into place. We workto create higher purpose foranyone who touches our brand, byengaging people way beyond traveland relating to people through ourbusiness model, and not just ourproduct.- Bruce Poon-Tip, Founder of GapAdventures, on building a businessmodel based on happiness, passionand purpose.FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011 CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 5. The ESTC ExperienceBuilding Knowledge Networking Working TogetherInspiring ChangeThe ESTC conferenceThe ESTC is the meetingBringing together The ultimate goal of thesessions feature place for tourismhundreds of businessESTC is to reinforce thedynamic presentationsindustry trend-setters.leaders and sustainabilityroles of tourism inand engaging Enjoy unparalleled experts from across the building a sustainablediscussions that offer networking and industry, the ESTCfuture. Byeye-opening insights partnershippromotes strategicInspiring changeinto the latest on opportunities, and bepartnerships that through innovativesustainable tourismamong the leaders whoeffectively address todays ideas and practicalbusiness strategies andare spearheading social, environmental and solutions, thepractical tools andinnovation and changeeconomic challenges.conference helps greensolutions. in tourism.the tourism industry.Lead. Sustain. EngageESTC 2011FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSOR CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 6. Who will be at the ESTC? Participant Snapshot o Gap AdventuresFrom the founder of the worlds largest adventure travel o Doubletree Hotelcompany to the general manager of the nations leading green o Canadian Tourism Commissionhotel, to the Mayor of Americas most sustainable city o Adventure Media o Puerto Rico Tourism CompanyFrom best-selling authors to sustainable business heroes,conservation champions, carbon offsetting game changers, and o Rainforest Allianceadventure gurus o Patagonia, Inc. o Orvis International TravelThe ESTC has attracted a wide spectrum of industry pioneerso Global Vision Internationaland influencers sharing innovative ideas and inspiring solutions.o Global Sustainable Tourism Council o Travel Oregon o UNEPESTC 2010 by o Conservation International 4002550,000the Numbers AttendeesCountries Unique Visitors on ESTC WebsiteAttendees by 24%18% 12%10% 7%10% 8%11%StakeholderTour Operator AccommodationSupplier & Media CVBGovernment NGO AcademicTypeService Organization ProviderFOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011 CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 7. Why Sponsor the ESTC?The Place to Be: Bringing together key experts and leaders from across the industry,the ESTC is a premier opportunity to showcase your commitment to sustainability andsignificantly increase your visibility.The Name You Can Trust: Building on the successes of TIES past national andinternational conferences, the ESTC promises to be a productive event filled with newand innovative ideas.Leverage Industry-Wide Public Relations: With a strong media presence, the ESTCis an ideal venue for gaining publicity and bringing your business to new heights.Tourism as an Agent of Change: The exciting field of ecotourism and sustainabletourism is one of the fastest growing sectors in the tourism industry, spearheading therole of tourism as an agent of change.Past Sponsors Air Canada Visit Mendocino County Global Exchange Reality Tours Travel PortlandPolar Bottle SEE Turtles Travel OregonNARRPTravel Mole Canadian Tourism CommissionAlaska Wildland Adventures ReDirect Guide Gap Adventures Double Tree HotelSustainable Industries Planeterra FoundationIntrepid TravelLindblad Expeditions La Cusinga Lodge Offsetters Geo Energy Services Horizon Air/Alaska AirlinesBritish Columbia Ministry of Eco Crown Hospitality American Bus Association Tourism, Sports and Arts Lonely PlanetFOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011 CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 8. Premium Sponsorship Opportunities at a Glance*Expedition Sponsorship Adventure SponsorshipVoyage SponsorshipJourney Sponsorship$18,000 (2 Total)$10,000 (5 Total)$5,000 (10 Total) $1,5008 complimentary conference badges6 complimentary conference badges4 complimentary conference badges 2 complimentary conference badges3-minute organizational introductionbefore one of the keynote speakersDouble booth space with end capDouble booth space with premiumStandard booth space in Exhibit HallOption to add a Standard booth space inplacement in Exhibit Hallplacement in Exhibit HallExhibit Hall for $500Welcome Reception or EveningReception sponsorship, including signsand handoutsLogo and link on all pages of ESTC Logo and link on all pages of ESTC Logo and link on all pages of ESTCLogo and link on all pages of ESTCwebsitewebsitewebsite websiteListing on ESTC website as key sponsorbefore and after the conferenceLogo and link listed as Featured Sponsoron homepage of www.ecotourism.orgLogo and link in conference e-mail Logo and link in conference e-mailmessages messagesInclusion in ESTC press releases andsocial mediaLogo on conference signage including Logo on conference signage including Logo on conference signage includingLogo on conference signage includingplenary screensplenary screensplenary screens plenary screensConference bag insertConference bag insertConference bag insertFull page ad in conference program Half page ad in conference program Quarter page ad in conference program Acknowledgment on Thank-You page ofconference programE-mail list of attendees for blind use twice once before and once after event3-year Premium Plus Membership with2-year Premium Plus Membership with1-year Premium Plus Membership with 1-year Basic Membership with TIESTIES TIES TIES*Your sponsorship package can be tailored to ensure best results for you. Please contact us for more details. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 9. Other Sponsorship OpportunitiesGreen Conference SponsorLunch Sponsor (2 available)Name Badge Lanyard$15,000 (Exclusive) $5,000 (One Lunch); $8,500 (Two Lunches) $2,000 (Exclusive) Your one color logo on conferenceThe Green Conference Sponsor will help reduce thelanyard, to be distributed to all Sponsor name in Lunch titlecarbon footprint of the conference and contributeconference participants. 2 complimentary conference badgesto the efforts to green the ESTC. Logo and link on all pages of ESTC website 6 complimentary conference badges Onsite signage at lunchConference Bag Standard booth space in Exhibit Hall 2-year Premium Plus Membership with TIES $2,000 (Exclusive) Logo and link on all pages of ESTC website listed as Acknowledgment on Thank-You page of conference Your one color logo on conferenceGreen Conference Sponsorprogrambags, to be distributed to all Logo and link in conference e-mail messages listed asconference participants.Green Conference Sponsor Logo on conference signage including plenary screens Networking Lounge Sponsor Program Back Cover$5,000 (Exclusive) $2,000 (Exclusive) Exclusive press release to announce the sponsor and Your ad on the back cover ofthe conferences green initiatives Networking Lounge named after the Sponsorthe conference program. Conference bag insert 2 complimentary conference badges Half page ad in conference program Logo and link on all pages of ESTC website Program First Page 2-year Premium Plus Membership with TIES Onsite signage at Networking Lounge$1,600 (Exclusive) 2-year Premium Plus Membership with TIES Your ad on the first page ofOfficial Conference Sponsor Acknowledgment on Thank-You page of conference the conference program.$9,000 (Exclusive in Industry)program ESTC ScholarshipCategories include: Airlines, Credit Card, $1,000Green Energy, Insurance, and Auto Rental. Media SponsorSupport students and other Exclusivity within your business category In-Kind Promotional Supportpeople in need to attend the ESTC. 4 complimentary conference badges 2 complimentary conference badges Standard booth space in Exhibit Hall Logo and link on all pages of ESTC website Sponsorship Add-On Logo and link on all pages of ESTC website Logo on conference signage including plenary screens Option to add one conference Logo and link in conference e-mail messages Acknowledgment on Thank-You page of conference bag insert to your sponsorship Logo on conference signage including plenary screensprogrampackage. Exclusive press release to announce the sponsor*Details of Media Sponsorship package are negotiable. Conference bag insert Half page ad in conference program Conference Bag Insert $750 2-year Premium Plus Membership with TIES Your insert distributed to allFOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSOR conference attendees.ESTC 2011 CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG 10. ESTC 2011 Sponsorship ApplicationContact Information Sponsorship Selection Expedition Sponsorship: $18,000 Name Badge Lanyard: $2,000Name Adventure Sponsorship: $10,000 Conference Bag: $2,000Phone Email Voyage Sponsorship: $5,000 Program Back Cover: $2,000Organization Journey Sponsorship: $1,500 Program First Page: $1,600 Green Conference Sponsor: $15,000 ESTC Scholarship: $1,000Address Lunch Sponsorship: Single $5,000 Networking Lounge: $5,000City StateZipCountry Lunch Sponsorship: Exclusive $8,500 (Add-On) Bag Insert : $750 Official Sponsorship: $9,000 (Add-On) Exhibit Booth: $500Billing InformationPlease submit the following with your application to sponsors@ecotourism.org: Name 50 words organizational description Vector file of your logo Payment Information. Full payment in U.S. funds must accompany this form in order toAddress secure your space as a sponsor or exhibitor. Space is revocable until payment is accepted. Cancellation Policy: We will refund (forgive) 75% of the total sponsor or exhibitor fee payable for cancellations received in writing 120 days before the first day ofCity StateZip Country the conference. We will refund (forgive) 50% of the total sponsor or exhibitor fee payable for cancellations received in writing 60 days before the first day of the conference. We will refund (forgive) 25% of the total sponsor or exhibitor fee payable forPayment Informationcancellations received in writing 30 days before the first day of the conference. After 30 days before the first day of the conference, no refunds will be made and all fees are due Check Visa MasterCard American Expressand payable. In the unlikely event of cancellation of the conference, the liability of The(Make payable to International Ecotourism Society is limited to the amount of fees paid.The International Ecotourism Society)Total amount due:Credit Card Number Exp. DatePlease fax completed form to +1 202 789 7279, email tosponsors@ecotourism.org, or mail to The International Ecotourism Society, Attn:ESTC Sponsorship, PO Box 96503 #34145, Washington, DC 20090, USACardholder s Name Cardholders Signature For questions, please call +1 202 506 5033 x11 or email FOR MORE INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSORESTC 2011CONTACT US AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORGsponsors@ecotourism.org 11. ESTC 2011Contact us at sponsors@ecotourism.org Photo by troyHD.comSEPTEMBER 19 - 21, MOREUS THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC, USAESTC 2011 FOR 2011 AT SPONSORS@ECOTOURISM.ORG CONTACTINFORMATION ON BECOMING A SPONSOR