Marquee Events
Networking Receptions
Our networking receptions are world–class events that provide strategic visibility and corporate messaging opportunities. BIO provides all food and beverage, planning, venue, décor, corporate recognition signage, and shuttle bus service for each reception, with no additional costs to the sponsor(s).
BIO Board of Directors and 2007 BIO Steering Committee Reception
$35,000 – six opportunities (three sold; three available)
This is an exclusive, invitation–only reception with the BIO Board of Directors, 2007 BIO Steering Committee members, top industry leaders and special guests. A distinguished venue is a hallmark of the event. Take advantage of an excellent on–site opportunity to target your corporate message to a premier audience. Each co–sponsor will receive four (4) invitations to the event.
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Investor and Business Development Reception
$50,000 – two opportunities (two available); $25,000 – three opportunities (two sold; one available);and $15,000 – four opportunities (all sold)
An exclusive, invitation–only event, this reception is 2007 BIO's premier gathering of CEOs, business development and licensing executives, financial investment and venture capital representatives. More than 500 individuals will attend to network, discuss deals, and have fun. Co–sponsors will receive invitations to the reception based on their level of support.
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
CEO Reception
$50,000 – six opportunities (three sold; three available)
The CEO Reception is an exclusive, invitation-only reception for 600 of the most senior executives in the biotech industry, as well as government leaders, and is held in a sophisticated off–site venue. Co–sponsoring this reception enhances corporate recognition and grants many opportunities to advance your corporate message. Each co–sponsor will receive five (5) reception invitations.
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Public Officials Reception 
$50,000 - three opportunities
This exclusive, invitation-only reception welcomes all public officials and dignitaries—international, federal, state and local—to the 2007 BIO International Convention. Co-sponsors can display company promotional materials and giveaways at the event. Each co-sponsor receives five (5) invitations to the reception.
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Closing Reception 
$225,000
An informal networking opportunity is offered at the Closing Reception. This event is typically held at a landmark location in the host city, and is open to all full–conference attendees. The sponsor can display company promotional materials and giveaways at the event.
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Welcoming Reception 
$300,000
This high-energy, high-profile reception welcomes attendees to the 2007 BIO International Convention and features a venue that is guaranteed to leave an indelible impression. The event is open to all full–conference and Monday–only registrants. The sponsor can display company promotional materials and giveaways at the event, and receives additional reception tickets (TBD).
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Gala Reception 
$300,000
Join BIO to host this networking event at a stunning location in Boston. More than 3,000 guests are expected to attend from an industry-wide audience. This reception is open to all full–conference and Tuesday–only registrants. Lead sponsors can display promotional materials and giveaways at the event, and all sponsors receive additional reception tickets (TBD).
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Breakfast and Lunch Sessions
Featuring top–notch speakers (past guests have included Bill Clinton, Bernie Mac, and Earvin “Magic” Johnson) plus a host of industry leaders and Nobel Laureates, the 2007 BIO breakfast and lunch sessions will be as exhilarating as they are thought provoking. These sessions are open to all full–conference registrants on a space available basis. Sponsor benefits include recognition signage, a speaking role for your CEO (three–minute maximum), reserved seating, a three–minute corporate video to be shown during meal service, and the placement of promotional materials and giveaways at each place setting. All signage, food, and beverage will be provided by BIO, with no additional costs to the sponsor. (BIO maintains control over plenary program and speakers and reserves the right to determine plenary session style – banquet seating versus theater seating.)
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
Thought Leader Breakfast Sessions
$125,000 – Monday (available)
$125,000 - Tuesday (available)
$125,000 - Wednesday (available)
Keynote Luncheon Sessions 
$250,000 – Monday and Tuesday
$225,000 – Wednesday
Super Sessions
The 2007 BIO program will include several "super sessions," covering important industry issues such as biotech investing and pandemic flu syndrome. The super session schedule will also include the Ministerial Seminar and updates on the industry from Burrill & Company and Ernst & Young. Please contact the sponsor team for more information about super session topics and sponsor benefits.
$50,000 - Sunday Lunch Super Session (available) - Biotech Investing: What Has and Has Not Worked in the Past Two Decades
$50,000 - Monday Morning Super Session - The Pandemic Flu Syndrome: Are We Ready for the Big One...Or Just Crossing Our Fingers? 
$50,000 - Monday Afternoon Super Session - Burrill & Company State of the Biotechnology Industry
$50,000 Tuesday Morning Super Session - Ministerial Seminar
$50,000 Tuesday Afternoon Super Session - Ernst & Young Global Biotechnology Report
Exhibit Hall Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
$50,000 
The Exhibit Hall Opening Ceremony signals the start of the trade show and provides prominent corporate visibility and media coverage. The event takes place at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center on the morning of Monday, May 7, 2006. The sponsor will receive on–site corporate recognition and the opportunity to promote their corporate message.
Additional benefits included: see Sponsor Benefits Matrix.
