If you aren't selling globally, it's time
Are you ready for your next big shift? IFA is one of the largest consumer electronics trade shows in the world, and it sets a one-of-a-kind standard as a communication and sales platform for the CE industry.
ShowStoppers is the official press event of IFA.
It's not just another press conference
ShowStoppers @ IFA is a better way for industry leaders, innovators, startups and upstarts to meet hundreds of press at the largest consumer electronics trade fair in Europe.
It’s a smarter way to tap new markets, to build new build new business relationships, meet, network, connect with retailers, buyers and the “who’s who” of the international CE industry.
It’s a complete turnkey package planned specifically by IFA and ShowStoppers to help companies large and small score coverage and open new markets.
About IFA
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IFA combines innovation and the technology of tomorrow with business sales and entertainment. According to published statistics, more than 1,200 companies from 32 countries exhibited at IFA 2007, covering a net space of more than 103,000 sqm. |
More than 6,600 press attended IFA 2007, including 1,371 international journalists from 62 countries. Sales at the 2007 show totaled €2.75 billion. The number of trade visitors attending the show in 2007 jumped 7.5 percent to 101,358. The overall number of attendees jumped 5 percent to a total of 223,000.
IFA is organized by Messe Berlin and owned by Gesellschaft für Unterhaltungs und Kommunikationselektronik (gfu). Messe Berlin produces regional, national and international trade shows, exhibitions and conventions. gfu is the Association for Consumer and Communications Electronics.
When and where is ShowStoppers @ IFA?
ShowStoppers @ IFA will be held Wednesday evening, 27 Aug. 2008, at the conclusion of press day.
The event starts at 6 pm and will take place on at the Messe Berlin fair grounds.
Are there different levels of sponsorship?
Two sponsorship levels are available:
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Standard - 6,000 Euro
Included: 1 table for demonstrations, with linen, signage, power.
4 attendees (company representatives and or agency). -
Deluxe - 10,000 Euro
Included: 2 demo stations with linen, signage, power.
8 attendees (company representatives and or agency).
Promotional mentions during one hour of "Into Tomorrow," the radio network program that covers the latest in consumer electronics and technology, airing every weekend on over 100 stations across the US and Canada, on XM and Sirius Satellite Radio, and beamed by satellite around the globe to other Radio Networks.
Other Information
Each demo station measures 2 meters long by 1/2 meter wide. High-speed Internet access and flat-screen monitors are available at additional cost.
What else does ShowStoppers do for me?
IFA offer special pricing packages for companies that elect to sponsor ShowStoppers @ IFA.
In addition, IFA also offers a wide range of travel and lodging solutions to exhibitors, attendees and journalists.
Is ShowStoppers associated with IFA?
Yes, ShowStoppers is the official press event for IFA.
Do we have to be an exhibitor at the tradeshow to participate?
Yes. ShowStoppers compliments your trade show exhibition. Your participation on the show floors provides exposure to the public while your participation in ShowStoppers provides your company with focused exposure to journalists.