Titanic Exhibition Centre, Belfast 18 & 19 October 2017 Be part of an extraordinary careers, jobs, skills and apprenticeship event Skills Northern Ireland is an interactive and inspiring two day event for 14-19 year olds and the people that will help and influence their future job and career choices. sponsored by Supported by media partner organised by www.prospects.co.uk skillsni.co.uk Be social @Skills_NI SkillsNorthernIreland thecareersevents
What is Skills Northern Ireland? 8,000 visitors Face-to-face contact with the next generation 80 organisations Employers, colleges, universities, career sectors, training providers 30 learning experiences A great range of hands-on activities and bite-sized tasters stands Highlight careers identified as growth sectors Show Features Including: Skills Stage, Live Opportunties Board, Skills Showcase, Careers Zone and The Staff Room Skills Northern Ireland is an inspiring and interactive event that helps connect talented young people with job, career and skills opportunities across Northern Ireland. Schools and colleges in Northern Ireland will be invited to attend with free entry for students, teachers and tutors with access to a travel bursary fund. Online resources including lesson plan, career match quiz and health and safety information remove any barriers, ensuring great benefits that last long after the event. An evening opening will encourage parents and family groups to visit, enabling these important influencers to get up to date help, advice and guidance from the experts and help young people make the right future career decisions. This skills event is an excellent opportunity to bring employers and potential employees together. Peter Weir MLA Minister of Education NI Thank you for a great event, our pupils really enjoyed it. From the information on their skills leaflet, some had researched the website, thought about their career/job choices and found the exhibitors helpful and friendly. Teacher, Ballyclare High There are so many careers out there that I have never thought of. Student
The benefits of exhibiting Face to face contact with future talent Attract quality candidates for vacancies and courses now and in the future Connect with education establishments building partnerships to link education and industry Launch new schemes courses, school leaver programmes, apprenticeships, work placements Showcase your organisation, courses, vacancies or career sector Inform and influence teachers and parents Exhibiting at Skills Northern Ireland offers your organisation the opportunity to be part of a great event. Bringing together employers, colleges, training providers, universities and career sectors under one roof, at one time, to engage with more than 8,000 motivated visitors. An excellent event. A wide range of exhibitors and well supported by the education sector. Greiner Packaging An excellent opportunity to showcase new experiences to young people. Jennifer Bell, Volunteer Now
How we attract visitors Interaction with named careers teachers and decision makers within all schools and colleges in Northern Ireland to arrange group visits relevant to Years 11,12,13 & 14 Social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Flickr and Instagram Collaborative working with strategic partners Dedicated website skillsni.co.uk with up to date information and resources Printed and digital media advertising PR coverage including: printed, digital media and radio organisations we work work with... Skills Northern Ireland attracted nearly 6,000 visitors last year from over 60 schools in the region and hosted a Ministerial visit. The preevent coverage generated a reach to thousands more across print, online, radio and social media channels. Skills NI offered a unique opportunity to engage with a huge variety of young people, careers advisors, parents and teachers to promote the importance of STEM in our area and indeed any industry. Very glad we decided to exhibit at the event and would do so again. GE Grid Solutions Ltd
involved Titanic Exhibition Centre, Belfast wednesday 18 October 9.30am-3pm & 5pm-7pm thursday 19 October 9.30am-3pm call 01823 362800 To maximise the return on your company s investment you need to book a stand that is right for you and ensures you meet your exhibiting aims and objectives. We will work with you to ensure you book the right stand location and size relevant to your budget. www.skillsni.co.uk Our experienced sales, marketing and operations teams are on hand to talk you through the logistics, costs and marketing tools so you can take advantage of all the benefits exhibiting at Skills Northern Ireland has to offer. Prospects Events are the UK s leading event organisers that offer direct access to school leavers, college students, teachers, parents, families, adults, graduates and career professionals through a series of successful annual events. www.prospects.co.uk Prospects Events are part of Prospects, a dynamic and enterprising group providing a wide range of education, employment and training services in the UK and internationally. Prospects Events, Ground Floor, East Reach House, Taunton, Somerset TA1 3EN. Registered in England and Wales. Registered company number 3042176. Registered office: Prospects House, 19 Elmfield Road, Bromley, Kent BR1 1LT.
Stand package A walled shell scheme stand with lighting and carpet ready for you to brand* An entry and link to your website from www.skillsni.co.uk to direct traffic to your site An entry in the visitor pocket guide, distributed free to all visitors Access to a marketing toolkit of posters, leaflets and resources to ensure great return on investment Free wi-fi to help you keep in touch and engage in social media Free parking *Space only sites are available without this package Prices Stand Cost size 3m x 2m 1,710 4m x 2m 2,280 3m x 3m 2,565 3m x 4m 3,420 Stand image for illustration purposes 285 per m 2 Stand Plan 39 38 37 36 35 34 4 3 2 1 Careers Zone the STAFF ROOM 49 47 48 45 44 43 41 42 33 32 6 1 7 6 77 51 50 30 27 27 28 9 10 2 54 53 79 6 83 84 5 26 13 55 12 80 14 15 72 70 74 73 3 skills STAGE 57 58 24 23 18 17 71 22 LIVE OPPORTUNITIES BOARD 69 60 61 59 4 21 SKILLS SHOWCASE 67 66 65 64 63 62 entrance Key Careers Zone All costs are + vat. (Payment terms of 30 days unless otherwise agreed)
Sponsorship Opportunities Sponsorship can be a great way to raise your profile or enhance your presence at events. There is a whole range of sponsorship opportunities with packages to meet your objectives and budget. Some ideas are detailed overleaf, but we love nothing more than blue-sky thinking and creating something bespoke and unique just for you. Sold Headline Sponsor 15,000 Logo in prime position on all marketing items Editorial, logo and links from the event website 16m 2 stand at the event in a prime location of your choice Invitation to join the Senior Advisory Group that helps develop the event Bespoke targeted marketing, including online, email, print and media carrying your message to audiences that include students, young adults, teachers and parents Support Sponsors 5,000 (maximum of six) Logo as a support sponsor on all marketing items Editorial, logo and links from the event website Invite to join the Advisory Group 8m 2 stand at the event Group Travel 2,500 Bursary Sponsor Logo on related items to schools, colleges and teachers Inclusion of logo and text within the group resources produced for teachers and students There is also the opportunity to sponsor any of the Show Features including: Skills Stage, Live Opportunties Board, Skills Showcase, Careers Zone and The Staff Room. r4 e m ainin g Pocket Show Sold 1,500 Guide Sponsor Logo on the front page Advert within the guide given free to all visitors upon arrival Branded personnel to distribute the guides within the registration area (optional) Teacher Passport 1,500 Sponsor Logo and text on the branding of the passport This will drive traffic to your stand as completed passports are validated on your stand Capture teacher data for effective follow up All costs are + vat. Some packages do not include stand space which can be purchased separately.