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ApacheCon US 2003
Las Vegas, Nevada, US
16-19 November 2003

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Diamond Sponsor
Sun Microsystems

Platinum Sponsor
Java Community Process


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Conference Overview

  • 16 November 2003: Tutorials
  • 17-19 November 2003: Conference sessions
    Day 1: Apache with focus on XML and Java
    Day 2: All Things Apache
    Day 3: Apache with focus on Perl and PHP
  • 17-19 November 2003: Exhibit Hall

Diamond Sponsors

Sun Microsystems Sun Microsystems
Diamond Sponsor

Since its founding twenty years ago, a singular vision -- The Network Is The Computer (TM) -- has propelled Sun Microsystems, Inc. to its position as a leading provider of industrial-strength hardware, software and services that power the Internet. Sun can be found in more than 170 countries. Sun invented Java (TM) technology to provide a networked application and services platform that helps make the Sun vision a reality. Today, Java is the development language most used by developers, and the Java platform gives developers the broadest range of technologies for building cross-platform, compatible web services, wireless data services and other networked applications. Java technology is maintained and extended by the Java Community Process (SM) (JCP (SM)) program, an organization made up of over 700 companies, individuals, and organizations such as The Apache Software Foundation.



Platinum Sponsors

Java Community Process Java Community Process
Platinum Sponsor
Lanyards
Monday Box Lunch
Vendor Showcase
Tuesday PM Break

Since its introduction in 1998 as the open, inclusive process to develop and revise Java tm technology specifications, reference implementations, and technology compatibility kits, the Java Community Process (JCP) program has fostered the evolution of the Java platform in cooperation with the international Java developer community. The JCP has over 700 company and individual participants; more than 200 Java technology specifications are in development in the JCP program out of which 46% are in final stages. For more information on the JCP program, please visit http://jcp.org



Additional Sponsors

Apache Week Apache Week
Media Sponsor

Published weekly on the web and distributed via email to over 10,000 people world-wide, Apache Week is the definitive online resource for all users of Apache and Apache-based web servers. Apache Week covers in-depth features and provides simple tutorials and how-to's for novice and expert users alike.



Breakpoint Books
ApacheCon Bookstore

Founded in 1993 as Business Outreach Books, BreakPoint has been the single source for book and retail solutions for more than 500 conferences and events around the world. Conference and trade show retail programs are our only business. With BreakPoint, you get more. More experience, more expertise, more excitement, and more satisfied attendees. Our comprehensive retail programs work hard to enhance your event – before, during and after. BreakPoint Books. An Oasis for the Mind.



COMDEX Las Vegas 2003 COMDEX Las Vegas 2003
ApacheCon/COMDEX Expo Exchange

COMDEX invites ApacheCon attendees to attend COMDEX this year, with a complimentary exhibits pass and a special discount of $100 off all educational programs available until October 23. At COMDEX Las Vegas 2003, understand how to leverage the power of Open Source and Linux from nuts-and-bolts open source techniques to executive-level strategy sessions regarding the Linux platform. Every vital aspect of the fastest growing development community in IT will be at COMDEX Las Vegas 2003. Take control this November 16-20. Register today www.COMDEX.com/lasvegas2003



Dr. Dobb's Journal Dr. Dobb's Journal
Media Sponsor

Dr. Dobb’s Journal is the premier language and platform independent monthly magazine for serious developers. Each month we provide powerful programming insights in topics ranging from advanced algorithms to database development to computer security over all languages and platforms, plus evaluations of language implementations and in-depth articles important to today’s developer. As one Dr. Dobb’s Journal reader said: “ Dr. Dobb’s Journal is one of those MUST-HAVE periodicals on your software development bookshelf.” Subscribe today at www.ddj.com.



International PHP Magazine International PHP Magazine
Media Sponsor

Published by Software & Support Verlag – Information Power for IT Experts -- Magazines | Books | Conferences | Online. The Frankfurt based Software & Support Verlag is publisher of various IT magazines (Der Entwickler, Java Magazin, dot.net magazin, Linux Enterprise, PHP Magazin, and XML & Web Services Magazin) as well as of books for IT professionals and the online portal www.entwickler.com. Additionally the publishing house organises conferences on professional IT topics, e.g. the EKON - Developers' Conference, the Entwicklertage, the JAX - Conference on Java, Apache, XML, and Web Services, the dot.net Konferenz and the International PHP Conference. For more information, visit http://www.php-mag.net/



Novell
Special Conference T-Shirt
Online Lounge
Vendor Showcase
Tuesday Box Lunch

Novell, Inc. (Nasdaq: NOVL) is a leading provider of information solutions that deliver secure identity management (Novell Nsure™), Web application development (Novell exteNd™) and cross-platform networking services (Novell Nterprise™), all supported by strategic consulting and professional services (Novell NgageSM). Novell's vision of one Net - a world without information boundaries - helps customers realize the value of their information securely and economically. For more information, call Novell's Customer Response Center at (888) 321-4CRC (4272) or visit http://www.novell.com.



O'Reilly & Associates O'Reilly & Associates
Media Sponsor
Focus Day Exhibitor: Apache with Java & XML

O'Reilly & Associates is the premier information source for leading-edge computer technologies. The company's books, conferences, and web sites bring to light the knowledge of technology innovators. O'Reilly books, known for the animals on their covers, occupy a treasured place on the shelves of the developers building the next generation of software. O'Reilly conferences and summits bring alpha geeks and forward-thinking business leaders together to shape the revolutionary ideas that spark new industries. From the Internet to XML, open source, .NET, Java, and web services, O'Reilly puts technologies on the map.



OSDN OSDN
Media Sponsor

OSDN, www.osdn.com, is the most dynamic community-driven technology media network on the Web. Technologists, directors, developers and system administrators turn to OSDN sites on a daily basis to create, debate, and make or break IT news. OSDN delivers the resources, tools, technologies and techniques to help enterprise-level technology drivers and influencers meet their goals. OSDN network sites include Slashdot.org, sourceforge.net, linux.com, NewsForge.com, freshmeat.net, DevChannel.com, and the newest site, ITManagersJournal.com.



Sam's Publishing Sam's Publishing

Sams Publishing has a long-standing history of supplying technical information to technical minds. With roots stretching back to 1946, Sams Publishing is responsible for producing leading technology books with such best-selling titles as Red Hat Linux 7 Unleashed, PHP and MySQL Web Development and Sams Teach Yourself Perl in 21 Days. Its eyes focused squarely on the technology marketplace, Sams is dedicated to bringing the open source community the resources needed to learn the lates technologies. From introductory tutorials to comprehensive reference books, Sams Publishing is focused on teaching tomorrow's programmers, developers, and systems administrators the skills they need to build and maintain leading-edge technology. Sams Publishing series include Sams Teach Yourself, Unleashed, Developer's Library, Primer Plus and Maximum Security.



Projected Participation

500+ Attendees, speakers, guests, and press

Important Dates

10% Early Bird Discount: ends 1 September 2003
Deadline for conference program ads: 3 October 2003 (sponsor must ensure all artwork be camera ready with full payment by due date)
Deadline for logo and company description program: 17 October 2003
Expo Set Up: 07:00-19:00 16 November; 06:00-8:00 17-19 November 2003; evening setup by special request
Expo Hours: 08:00-20:00 17 November; 08:00-18:00 18-19 November 2003
Welcome Reception: 18:00-20:00 17 November 2003
Tear Down: 16:00-21:00 19 November 2003

Payment Information

Full payment in U.S. funds must be received by 17 October 2003 in order to secure your space as a sponsor or exhibitor. Exhibitors will receive their display area assignments upon receipt of full payment. We will refund 50% of the total sponsor or exhibit fee for cancellations received in writing by 17:00ET on 17 October 2003. After that date, no refunds will be made.

Sponsorship Opportunities

  1. Premier Sponsorship
    Diamond -- SOLD
    Platinum -- Just One Spot Remains!
    • Double exhibit space at Expo Hall entry (2-4 draped tables, depending on Hall configuration). Electricity provided; hardwired connectivity and/or telecommunication requirements at additional charge
    • Company logo and listing in conference guide
    • Company logo featured on attendee bag (logo placement opportunity shared with Diamond sponsor)
    • Company logo and 100-word description prominently displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Sponsorship of coffee and refreshment breaks for one day of conference
    • Opportunity to distribute materials during sponsored coffee/refreshment break
    • Use of press room for one private press event (on a first-come, first-served basis)
    • Prominent logo placement and link on conference home page
    • Featured banner placement in high traffic area (sponsor supplies banner)
    • Half-page ad in conference program
    • 8 VIP passes (excluding tutorials) with all conference materials
    • 45-minute Vendor Showcase speaking opportunity (on a first-come, first-served basis)
    • First option for Platinum Sponsorship in 2004

    Gold -- Two Spots Available
    • Double exhibit space at Expo Hall entry (2-3 draped tables, depending on Hall configuration). Electricity provided; hardwired connectivity and/or telecommunication requirements at additional charge
    • Company listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 75-word description prominently displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Sponsorship of one coffee or refreshment break
    • Opportunity to distribute materials during sponsored coffee/refreshment break
    • Use of press room for one private press event (on a first-come, first-served basis)
    • Prominent logo placement and link on conference home page
    • Featured banner placement in high traffic area (sponsor supplies banner)
    • Quarter-page ad in conference program
    • 5 VIP passes (excluding tutorials) with all conference materials
    • 45-minute Vendor Showcase speaking opportunity (on a first-come, first-served basis)
    • First option for Gold Sponsorship in 2004

    Focus Day
    • Single exhibit space at Expo Hall on sponsored Focus Day (will be combined if sponsoring more than one day). Electricity provided; hardwired connectivity and/or telecommunication requirements at additional charge.
    • One 45-minute keynote Vendor Showcase speaking opportunity
    • Listing and logo placement in conference guide
    • Company logo and 75-word description prominently displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Prominent logo placement and link on conference home page
    • Featured banner placement in high traffic area (sponsor supplies banner)
    • Half-page ad in conference program
    • More than 500,000 online marketing impressions
    • Opportunity to distribute materials during Vendor Showcase presentation
    • 5 VIP passes (excluding tutorials) with all conference materials
    • Attendee bag insert (single item of sponsor’s choice)
    • First option for Exclusive Focus Day Sponsorship in 2004

    Vendor Showcase -- Only Three Remain!
    • One 45-minute Vendor Showcase speaking opportunity
    • Listing and logo placement in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Featured banner placement in high traffic area (sponsor supplies banner)
    • Quarter-page ad in conference program
    • More than 500,000 online marketing impressions
    • Opportunity to distribute materials during Vendor Showcase presentation
    • 2 VIP passes (excluding tutorials) with all conference materials
    • First option for Focus Day Sponsorship in 2004

  2. Meal Functions and Refreshments
    Keynote Box Lunch -- Only Two Remain!
    • Sponsorship of one Keynote box lunch for up to 500 delegates
    • Listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Featured placard placement in Keynote area

    Full Day Refreshment Breaks
    • Full coffee, tea, juice, soft drinks and pastry or snack service twice daily for up to 500 delegates
    • Listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Featured placard placement in break area

    Press/Speaker Room
    • Refreshment service on Days 1-3 for up to 150 speakers and press
    • Listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Featured placard placement in press/speaker area

  3. Connectivity and Computing
    Online Lounge
    • 24-hour access hub of daily conference networking activity
    • Provides light refreshments and comfortable seating to all conference delegates
    • Delegates will have access to wireless network, Ethernet cable access, desktop machines
    • Listing and logo placement in conference guide
    • Company logo and 75-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Prominent logo placement and link on conference home page
    • Featured banner placement in high traffic area (sponsor supplies banner)
    • Opportunity to distribute materials during Vendor Showcase presentation
    • 5 VIP passes (excluding tutorials) with all conference materials

    Internet Connectivity
    • Includes the license to provide high-speed connections for all delegates during Apache Software Foundation pre-conference events, tutorials and all three days of conference (15-19 November 2003)
    • Sponsor provides all equipment and system setup in Expo Hall and Online Lounge including 12-20 desktop systems
    • Sponsor may showcase its own systems
    • Listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    • Attendee bag insert (single item of sponsor’s choice)

    Wireless Access -- SOLD

  4. Advertising, Licensed Promotion, and Signage
    Official Conference T-Shirts
    • Includes production and distribution of official ApacheCon 2003 T-shirt
    • Prominently features sponsor and ApacheCon logos on high-quality pre-shrunk T-shirts
    • Distributed to all attendees, speakers, sponsors, press, and guests
    • Listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site
    Official Conference Mugs
    • Includes production and distribution official conference drinkware
    • Features sponsor and ApacheCon logos on classic 12 oz. ironstone mugs
    • Distributed to all attendees, speakers, sponsors, press, and guests
    • Listing in conference guide
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site

    Attendee Bag Insert
    • Single item to be included in attendee bags (note: collateral is limited to two pages)
    • Distributed to all attendees, speakers, sponsors, press, and guests
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site

    Conference-At-A-Glance Signage with Quick-Guide
    • Includes one large placard per day highlighting conference events
    • Complete pocket-sized conference summary distributed to all attendees, speakers, sponsors, press, and guests
    • Sponsor featured prominently on placards and guides
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site

    Lanyards -- SOLD

    Notepads -- SOLD

    Pens
    • Includes license to distribute pens inscribed with sponsor’s logo
    • Sponsor supplies materials for placement by ApacheCon
    • Company logo and 50-word description displayed on conference marketing materials and Web site

    Conference Program Ads
    • Full-page ad $1,200
    • Half-page ad $850
    • Quarter-page ad $500



 

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