Thomson Reuters Africa Summit 2017 11 & 12 October...

Thomson Reuters Africa Summit 201711 & 12 October 2017The Table Bay Hotel, Cape Town

Partnership Packages

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6th Annual Thomson Reuters Africa Summit - 2017

For the sixth consecutive year the Thomson Reuters Africa Summit will bring together a network of Africa’s best thinkers, visionaries and thought

leaders, to address key challenges, discover vast opportunities, through experiential learning,

technology, sharing and debating and with the simple goal of empowering

Africa’s success.

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2016 Highlights • Conference delegates: 270 • Number of speakers: 64• Highlight: Premier David Makhura address • Highlight: South African Minister of Finance: Pravin Gordhan

address • The launch of Thomson Reuters Innovation Lab• Social Media: Facebook Live coverage, Over 80k impressions and

trending for 12 hours #TRASummit• Press: 40 media channels incl. CNBC Africa, Reuters News

Key Companies in Attendance:Abraaij, Absa Capital, Central Bank of Lesotho, Agility, Alexander Forbes, Anglo America, Asoko Insight, Barclays Africa, BT, Cisco, FNB, Goldman Sachs, HSBC, JSE, KPMG, Misys, MTN, Old Mutual, Pick n Pay, PWC, RMB, SAVCA, Standard Bank, Sanlam, Standard Chartered, Strata, SWIFT, Wipro, Woolworths

“Best Africa

Summit to Date!”

“Excellent line up

of speakers”

“Interactive and

engaging Summit”

“Great networking

opportunity”

“Now 5 years and

growing stronger

every year!”

“A smashing success!

One of the best Africa

events I have been to!”

2016 Highlights:https://www.youtube.com/

watch?v=diZZ-p5_ouI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=diZZ-p5_ouI

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If your business is Africa, and your target is growth, there is

no better place to be next year than Africa Summit 2017.

• Format: New venue and redefined conference format.• Diversity: More diversity in speakers, topics & attendees.• Key take aways: Access to best practice insights via

downloable presentations and whitepapers.• Facilitated business networking and introductions.• Thomson Reuters Event App - Convene: Your very own peer-

connect profile and ability to search and connect directly with any member of the Africa Summit community.

• Newsletters: Stay informed about the latest market trends, developments,tips and tools on how to drive growth and the future of your business via a monthly newsletter.

• Online Community: Participate and share your thoughts, ideas and perspectives through various blogs and forums.

What’s New in 2017?

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Why Attend?

New business models and disruptive technologies are increasing risk to your company, and perhaps even your career. The Thomson Reuters Africa Summit will help you to build a network of thought leaders, innovators and visionaries to help position your career and company to succeed in an environment of disruption and new technology.

• Invest in the future and be prepared for all possible scenarios;• Build an open Eco-system network to spark innovation and strategic

ideas;• Gain insights on what the next mega trends in Africa and globally are;• Identify growth opportunities for your company and industry;• Restructure your thinking on how to be a "disruptive investor”;• Drive economic development for your industry and country;• Become a better coach and mentor for your colleagues, children and

friends.

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• Financial and Insurance Institutions

• Telecomunnications and High Tech

• Energy and Natural Resources

• Retail & Consumer Industries

• Public Sectors

• Business and Professional Services

• Automotive & Logistics

Who Would Attend?

Intellectual minds, thought leaders and visionary C-suite

professionals from within the public and private sector,

both in Africa and Internationally.

60%

30%

10%

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Our sponsors become true partners with both our event, and the

Thomson Reuters community. It is a powerful opportunity to expand

your brand and spark new business and growth for your

business. More importantly, it helps your team develop their thought

leadership and skills at visionary innovation by participating in

workshops, thought leadership discussions and networking sessions.

• Create awareness around your organization, brand and solutions• Showcase your latest products and innovations to prospective buyers• Facilitation of networking for new business development and new

opportunities• Build your brand as a thought leader in innovation with a strong presence

in Africa• Build and cement strategic partnerships with C-level decision makers and

stakeholders in Africa, and international• Invest in the future by exploring new threats and opportunities

Why Partner?

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Partnership Packages Overview of Partnership packages available. All offerings can be tailored to suit your business needs and budgets

Headline Package $ 38, 200

1 x Available ZAR 500, 000

Platinum Package $ 26, 600


Diamond Package $ 19, 000


Silver Package $ 10, 000


Closing Africa Summit Party $ 20, 000


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Partner Packages Overview of Partnership packages available. All offerings can be tailored to suit your business needs and budgets

Headline Package1 x Available

Platinum Package2 x Available

Diamond Package4 x Available

Silver Package6 x Available

✓ Headline event partnership

✓ Key brand positioning – Lanyards

✓ Thought Leader video interview

completed at event

✓ Media Coverage

✓ Keynote presentation, 15

minutes

✓ Panel Participation (2x)

✓ Published article on BlogsOn

✓ Facilitated introductions to key

delegates (8x)

✓ Pre-arranged 1:1 Meetings

✓ 20 key clients/prospects invited

✓ Exhibition space in prime area

✓ Pre & post delegate list

✓ Marketing & brand exposure

✓ Team passes (10x)

✓ Thought leader video interview

✓ Media Coverage

✓ Panel Co-Moderator (1x)


✓ Published article


delegates (5x)


✓ Exhibition table top space




✓ Panel Co-Moderator (1x)



delegates (3x)












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Headline PackageThe Headline Partner is our premier package and most significant offering providing the greatest impact and the maximum range of services and benefits. This package provides a keynote, media and press coverage, expansive space utilization set in a prime location, key brand alignment, facilitated delegate interaction, amongst a multitude of other offerings.

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Thought Leadership Video Interview and Media CoverageYou will receive the opportunity to promote your thought leadership across Africa. Feature in a CNBC Africa interview filmed during the event and including widespread press and media coverage in a variety of media outlets and including a print advertisement in Forbes Magazine.

Keynote PresentationThis unique speaking opportunity provides a 15 minute keynote whereby your company will present on a key thought-leadership topic. Additionally, moderation and appearances on discussion panels during the event are included.

Access to ConferenceWorking together with the Thomson Reuters team, we will ensure we invite your key clients and prospects are invited to the event. In addition we will provide 20 complimentary tickets for employees for the duration of the conference.

Facilitated Introductions and MeetingsReceive facilitated introductions from a Thomson Reuters representative to your choice of key delegates during and/or post event. In addition headline partner may request prearranged 1:1 meetings with key delegates.

Key Brand Positioning - LanyardsAlign your company with the co-branding on delegate lanyards, worn by all attendees for the duration of the event. Logo placement alongside Thomson Reuters will ensure your company is seen as the highlighted headline partner.

Prime Exhibition SpaceThis package includes a prime exhibition space set in at a central location within the conference venue.

Extensive Branding & ExposureYour company profile, logo and URL featured in prime position on the event website and all marketing and event collateral onsite. Opportunity to provide inserts into the delegate bags and room drops.

Access to Key DelegatesAccess to pre and post delegate lists will enable your team to target key clients and prospects during the event and ensure the best ROI for your investment.

$ 38, 200 ; ZAR 500, 000

All offerings can be tailored to suit your business needs. Kindly contact us.

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Platinum PackageThe Platinum Partner package is packed with impressive impact. With comprehensive branding, exhibition space, networking opportunities and media coverage, this is one of our most attractive and valuable packages available, ensuring that this investmentshows tangible return on investment.

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Thought Leadership Video InterviewFeature in a CNBC Africa interview filmed during the event, your company will receive the opportunity to promote your thought leadership across Africa.

Agenda ParticipationThe opportunity for a C-Level executive to co-moderate a panel discussion, as well as participation in two panel discussions in the agenda.

Facilitated IntroductionsReceive facilitated introductions from a Thomson Reuters representative to your choice of key delegates during and/or post event.

Access to ConferenceWorking together with the Thomson Reuters team, we will ensure we invite your key clients and prospects. In addition we will provide 8 complimentary tickets for the duration of the conference.

Exhibition SpaceA table top exhibition space strategically positioned for delegates to easily locate your company and provide onsite access to corporate collateral and product details.

Extensive Branding & ExposureYour company profile, logo and URL featured on the event website and all marketing and event collateral onsite, as well as social media coverage. Opportunity to provide inserts into the delegate bags.

Access to Key DelegatesReceive facilitated introductions from a Thomson Reuters representative to your choice of key delegates during and/or post event.

Media CoverageWidespread press and media coverage in a variety of media outlets, and including a published article on Thomson Reuters.com

$ 26, 600 ; ZAR 350, 000

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Diamond PackageThe Diamond Partner package is focused on organizations looking for fantastic value with broad exposure and extensive business value for return on your investment, along with branding and exposure.

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Agenda ParticipationThe opportunity for a C-Level executive to co-moderate a panel discussion, as well as participation in two panel discussions in the agenda.


Access to ConferenceWorking together with the Thomson Reuters team, we will ensure we invite your key clients and prospects. In addition we will provide 6 complimentary tickets for the duration of the conference..

Exhibition Space A table top exhibition space strategically positioned for delegates to easily locate your company and provide onsite access to corporate collateral and product details.


Branding & ExposureYour company profile, logo and URL featured on the event website and all marketing and event collateral onsite, as well as social media coverage. Opportunity to provide inserts into the delegate bags.

$ 19, 000 ; ZAR 250, 000

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Silver PackageThe Silver package is uniquely tailored for organizations looking to focus on a specific audience and market. The package allows you to be integrally involved in one of our selected panel discussions, while providing overall brand awareness and exposure throughout the conference.

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Agenda ParticipationOpportunity for one C-level Executive to join a panel discussion.

Access to ConferenceWorking together with the Thomson Reuters team, we will ensure we invite your key clients and prospects are invited to the event. In addition we will provide 4 complimentary tickets for employees for the duration of the conference.

Exhibition Space A table top exhibition space strategically positioned for delegates to easily locate your company and provide onsite access to corporate collateral and product details.


Branding & ExposureYour company profile, logo and URL featured on the event website and all marketing and event collateral onsite, as well as social media coverage. Opportunity to provide inserts into the delegate bags.

$ 10, 000 ; ZAR 139, 000

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Closing Cocktail PackageThe closing cocktail package at one of Cape Town’s most popular beach-dining experiences: Grand Africa Café & Beach. This is your opportunity to stand out from the crowd and connect with delegates in a relaxed and social environment.

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Opening & Welcome at Grand Africa Café & Beach This unique speaking opportunity provides a 10 minute opening and welcome whereby your company can position itself as a key partner to Thomson Reuters.


Brand ExposureLogo and branding positioned throughout the Grand Africa Café & Beach as well as brand coverage on Africa Summit program of events and digital media. Unique opportunity for your brand to stand out from the rest.

Access to Key DelegatesAccess to the pre and post delegate list of the event.

Access to ConferenceWorking together with the Thomson Reuters team, we will ensure we invite your key clients and prospects. In addition we will provide 4 complimentary tickets for employees for the duration of the conference.

$ 20, 000 ; ZAR 262, 000

Other Partner PackagesThere are a number of exciting opportunities available for branding. Ensure longevity of your partnership with Thomson

Reuters, outside of the conference by the sponsoring of co-branded conference essentials.

Delegate Bags: $3, 820 ; ZAR 50, 000This opportunity allows your organization to really stand out from the crowd. Available to all delegates, the bags will be distributed upon arrival and continuously seen throughout the conference (and beyond) for maximum brand exposure.

Executive Transfers $10, 000 ; ZAR 139, 000Ensuring key delegates are transported to and from the airport, opening cocktail and meetings, partners have the opportunity to provide executive transfers for the duration of the event.

WIFI $3, 820 ; ZAR 50, 000Ensuring delegates are connected throughout the conference to connect, exchange ideas, participate in live polls and capture the moment live, partners have the opportunity to provide a dedicated line for additional brand exposure.

All offerings can be tailored to suit your business needs and budget.

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Start Format Description

9:00 Opening Video & Opening Remarks

9:20 Welcome Theme: Empowering Africa’s Success

9:40 Key Note Global Insights into Major Disruptions: Blockchain, IOT, AI, Robotics and Data

10:00 Panel Impact of disruptors on industries: Financial Institutions, Corporates, Government

10:30 BreakoutsFinancial Services: Major Disruptors and Opportunities

Trade: Major Disruptors and Opportunities

11:00 TEA BREAK

11:30 Feedback Feedback from breakout groups / prioritisation of opportunities and agree next steps

12:00 Key Note Leadership Challenges

12:20 PanelTalent: Culture, Regaining Diaspora, Recruiting and Nurturing Minorities (Women / Non-white /

Millennials) and the Digital workplace

13:05 LUNCH

14:05Ted Style Talk /

PanelWho Are You Doing Business With?

14:25Ted Style Talk /

PanelPlatforms & Ecosystems (Client Success Story)

14:45 Key Note/ Panel

Africa Macro Outlook 2018:

- Political

- Economic

- Social

15:15 TEA BREAK

15:45 Key Note/ Panel

Africa’s global partners: Investment trends, opportunities and risks:

- Impact of Brexit

- US chamber of commerce

- BRICS

16:15

Awards – Prize Giving

-Battle of the Banks

-Participation Awards

16:45 Key Note Closing Remarks

Africa 4.0:

Turning

Disruption

into

Opportunity

What do we

need to do

differently

today to

future proof

for

tomorrow?

What

opportunities

exist for

2018?

Closing

Agenda

Themes

Welcome

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“Let’s all continue to empower Africa’s success together, as we prepare for the next wave of

growth!”

Sneha Shah, Managing Director: Thomson Reuters Africa

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Janice McFadyenHead of Marketing: [email protected] +27 (0) 84 209 3996+27 (0) 11 775 3000

CONTACT DETAILS

In Partnership With: Frost & SullivanCatherine BrassellMarketing & Events Business Development [email protected] +27 (0) 61 372 8571+27 (0) 21 689 3267

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