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ORLANDO, FL APRIL 16 – 23, 2017

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ABOUT TECHSPO AT SEA 2017 TECHNOLOGY EXPO

Where Business, Tech and Innovation Collide!

Are you an early adopter of tech products? Looking for a job at a startup? Covering the Orlando tech scene for a publication? Looking to invest in the next Facebook? Or just a plain old tech enthusiast? Then YOU and others like you attend TECHSPO At Sea! The only Technology Expo At Sea in the World!

TECHSPO At Sea is held April 16 – 23, 2017 onboard the Royal Caribbean ‘Oasis of the Seas’ Cruise Ship departing Orlando (Port Canaveral, Florida) sailing to Nassau (Bahamas), Charlotte Amalie (St. Thomas) and Philipsburg (St. Maarten) and back. TECHSPO At Sea brings together developers, brands, marketers, technology providers, designers, innovators and evangelists looking to set the pace in our advanced world of technology. Showcasing the next generation of technology & innovation; Contextual Tech, AR, VR, IoT, Wearables, Mobile, Internet, 3D Print & Emerging Technology, Exhibitors have the opportunity to show off their companies to consumers, the highest caliber investors, hordes of press, the most sought after talent, and the greatest pool of tech enthusiasts looking to celebrate emerging venture. Be prepared to be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for the better. TECHSPO At Sea 2017 promises to be better than ever and we’re excited to see all the amazing tech companies and talent that will join us. Attendance is limited, Register today!

WHO ATTENDS TECHSPO AT SEA 2017

Innovators, entrepreneurs, founders, business owners, students, educators, investors, senior marketers and branders, digital executives and professionals, web & mobile strategists, designers and web project managers, business leaders, business developers, thought leaders and anyone else who operates in the startup ecosystem from around the world attends TECHSPO At Sea 2017. Whether you’re planning or building a high-growth tech startup, a mobile app, a piece of hardware, working in a non-profit or large bureaucratic organization, TECHSPO At Sea 2017 is designed for you to support continuous innovation and sustainable growth.

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ITINERARY AT A GLANCE

Find out what’s in store at TECHSPO At Sea 2017 as we sail the Caribbean together.

Sunday, April 16th, 2017 (Port Canaveral, Florida) 11:00am Embarkation, Customs, Board Cruise Ship Port Canaveral, FL 4:30pm 7 night Caribbean Cruise Departs Oasis of the Seas 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room

Monday, April 17th, 2017 (Nassau, Bahamas) 8:30am – 3:00pm Free Time in Nassau, Bahamas Nassau, Bahamas 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room

Tuesday, April 18th, 2017 (At Sea) 8:30am – 9:00am Registration Check-in & Networking Conference Center 9:00am – 10:00am DIGIMARCON At Sea - Session 1 Conference Center 10:00am – 10:40am Refreshments & Networking Break Conference Center 10:40am – 12:00pm DIGIMARCON At Sea - Session 2 Conference Center 12:00pm Networking Luncheon Main Dining Room 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room

Wednesday, April 19th, 2017 (Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas) 11:00am – 7:00pm Free Time in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room

Thursday, April 20th, 2017 (Philipsburg, St. Maarten) 8:00am – 5:00pm Free Time in Philipsburg, St. Maarten Philipsburg, St. Maarten 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room

Friday, April 21st, 2017 (At Sea) 8:30am Conference Center Opens Conference Center 9:00am – 10:00am Sales Summit At Sea - Session 1 Conference Center 10:00am – 10:40am Refreshments & Networking Break Conference Center 10:40am – 12:00pm Sales Summit At Sea – Session 2 Conference Center 12:00pm Networking Luncheon Main Dining Room 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room

Saturday, April 22nd, 2017 (At Sea) 9:00am – 12:00pm TECHSPO At Sea Conference Center 6:00pm Networking Dinner Main Dining Room 9:00pm – 11:00pm Farewell Cocktail Party Dazzles Nightclub

Sunday, April 23rd, 2017 (Port Canaveral, Florida) 6:00am Disembark Cruise in Port Canaveral, Florida Port Canaveral, FL

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EVENTS AT SEA

TECHSPO At Sea 2017 has three days at sea. During each day at sea there are different events in the Conference Center, including:

DIGIMARCON At Sea Tuesday, April 18th, 2017 – Conference Center DIGIMARCON Digital Marketing Conference showcases the most audacious and thought provoking speakers in the digital marketing industry, providing attendees with emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, best practices, and insights from successful digital marketing campaigns. Attendees will learn how to build traffic, create brand awareness, improve customer service and develop better use of digital tools internally to drive more productive business outcomes. Immerse yourself in topics such as Content Strategy, Web Experience Management, Usability/Design, Mobile Marketing, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Targeting & Optimization, Branded Search, Marketing

Automation, Analytics & Data and much, much more!

Sales Summit At Sea Friday, April 21st, 2017 – Conference Center Sales Summit provides leaders and executives in sales, sales operations, sales enablement, and marketing emerging strategies, the latest sales technologies, best practices, and insights to foster improved sales performance and results. Immerse yourself in topics such as; sales process improvement, sales and marketing alignment, social selling, data, analytics, metrics, sales training, enablement, coaching, development, leadership, culture, strategy, lead generation, customer engagement, retention, sales technologies, emerging trends and much, much more!

TECHSPO At Sea Saturday, April 22nd, 2017 – Conference Center TECHSPO At Sea is a technology expo where Exhibitors have the opportunity to showcase the next generation of technology & innovation. Be prepared to be inspired, amazed and educated on how these evolving technologies will impact your business for

the better.

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NETWORKING

TECHSPO At Sea 2017 provides ample opportunities to grow relationships and build opportunities. Here is a breakdown of what you can expect to experience at TECHSPO At Sea 2017:

Networking Dinners Group Reserved Seating – 6:00pm Every Evening, Main Dining Room Every evening attendees join together in the Main Dining Room for Dinner in the reserved seating area for the DIGIMARCON CRUISE 2017 group. Attendees can sit anywhere they like in the reserved seating space giving ample opportunity to dine with different attendees each evening. Use this Dining Time to share experiences for the day and solidify your evening plans with friends in venues across the ship afterwards.

Networking Breaks April 18, 21 & 22, During Events at Sea, Conference Center Structured networking after keynote speeches and lunch. You’re provided scheduled daytime opportunities to get to know the people you connect with via social networks—up close and personal. No need to skip presentations to network; we built these breaks into the schedule.

Evening Entertainment Every Evening, Cruise Ship Live Each Night to the Fullest. The sun has retired for the day – but you don’t have to, thanks to entertainment options in venues across the ship. Discover a night filled with dancing, laughs and live music at bars, clubs and lounges that never feature a cover charge. It’s like the ultimate evening out on the town – but you never have to leave the ship. Broadway shows just steps from your stateroom. World-class performers that wow on stage, ice and in the water. High-stakes thrills at the casino, energetic parades, live music, comedy shows and much more.

Shore Excursions April 17, 19 & 20, Bahamas, St. Thomas, St. Maarten During DIGIMARCON CRUISE 2017 we will be spending 3 full days at different Caribbean Ports of Call, including; Nassau (Bahamas), Charlotte Amalie (St. Thomas) and Philipsburg (St. Maarten) giving ample networking opportunities on the land. At each of these destinations Royal Caribbean offers a large variety of optional Shore Excursions. Enjoy Shore Activities independently with your travel partner or join your friends attending DIGIMARCON CRUISE 2017 and share Shore Excursion experiences together.

Farewell Cocktail Party April 22, 9:00pm – 11:00pm, Dazzles Nightclub Before heading back to the office to implement all of the great new strategies and tactics you’ve learned, to top off a fantastic week of learning and networking along with the lifetime memories we have gained as we cruised around the Caribbean together, kick back and relax at the Farewell Cocktail Party at Dazzles Nightclub. Share takeaways and stories with industry colleagues, speakers and the TECHSPO At Sea team over a glass or two. After an intense week of learning and networking, what better way is there to wind down?

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OASIS OF THE SEAS

Royal Caribbean’s ‘Oasis of the Seas’ is a marvel of maritime engineering, packed with awesome innovations to stir your imagination. Catch a first-run movie in the 3D theater or poolside under the stars on the outdoor movie screen. Plus, enjoy all the revolutionary features Oasis of the Seas has always been known for – FlowRider, rock climbing wall, ice-skating rink, Royal Promenade, cantilevered whirlpools, mini golf course, H2O Zone water park, and much more.

Rest & Relaxation

• 4 pools including the Solarium, an adults-only retreat • 10 whirlpools, two of them cantilevered whirlpools overlooking the ocean • Vitality Spa with an extensive treatment menu including medi-spa

treatments and acupuncture • State-of-the-art Fitness Center, with classes like yoga and tai chi • Concierge Club and Diamond Lounge

Action & Adventure

• 2 FlowRider surf simulators • 2 Rock-climbing walls • Ice-skating rink • Mini-golf course • Full-sized basketball court • Zip line, nine decks in the air and 82 feet across

Dining Options

• Main Dining Room with complimentary, multi-course dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner

• More complimentary options including Park Café, Windjammer Café, Solarium Bistro and room service

• Casual dining and snacks at Johnny Rockets, Cupcake Cupboard and more • Specialty restaurants 150 Central Park, Chops Grille and Giovanni’s Table

Kids & Families

• DreamWorks Experience – parades, meet & greets and character dining with favorite characters from Shrek, Madagascar, and Kung Fu Panda

• Complimentary Adventure Ocean Youth Program • Royal Babies & Tots Nursery • H2O Zone kids water park • 3D movie theater and outdoor, poolside movie screen

Entertainment & Shopping

• Tony Award-winning musical Hairspray • Complimentary AquaTheater shows, ice shows and other live entertainment • 18,000 square foot Vegas-style Casino Royale with 27 tables and 464 slots • Bars, lounges, and nightclubs that never have a cover, including live jazz

club, karaoke bar, and comedy club • Parties and parades on the Royal Promenade

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PORTS OF CALL

Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida Port Canaveral is your gateway to the Space Coast and the attractions of Central Florida. Visit the Kennedy Space Center, swim at Cocoa Beach or enjoy a fun-filled day at one of Orlando's world-famous theme parks.

Nassau, Bahamas For a city now known for its warming sun and balmy breezes, visitors from all over the world in search of both relaxation and adventure have made Nassau their favorite destination.

Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas With Beyond the glitz of its famous shopping district, St. Thomas enchants with a fascinating history and natural scenery. Explore the island's diverse heritage in Charlotte Amalie, or splash your way around at vibrant reefs or a gorgeous beach.

Philipsburg, St. Maarten

Philipsburg displays its Dutch heritage in its architecture and landscaping. The island offers endless stretches of beach, beautiful landscapes and great shopping.

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HIGHLIGHTS TESTIMONIALS

TOP 10 REASONS TO ATTEND

1. Find inspiration and fresh ideas We’re bringing luminary speakers to inspire you and help you infuse new ideas into your business.

2. Learn from the experts TECHSPO At Sea 2017 sessions are taught by some of the most innovative entrepreneurs from top companies around the world. This is your opportunity to learn from their years of real-world experience.

3. Put yourself ahead of the pack Time invested at TECHSPO At Sea 2017 will pay dividends to you today as you gain valuable knowledge and skills. Our program focuses on emerging trends and solutions to give you the advantage. Put your business on the cutting-edge.

4. Network with other bright minds Discuss the latest industry trends with speakers and experts. At TECHSPO At Sea

2017, there are plenty of opportunities to make connections at impromptu meetings, brainstorming sessions, and social events.

5. World-class content governed by issues, not sponsors Our sponsors don’t control the flow of information at summit sessions; the agenda is set by our independent editorial board and driven by continuous dialogue with the tech community – people like you and your peers.

6. Great advice, incredible value-for-money To hire a consultant to get the same insight you’d find at TECHSPO At Sea 2017 would cost you tens of thousands of dollars; the summit fee is a snip in comparison.

7. Continual learning is the best way to advance your career Do you want to lead change or be led by it? Staying on the cutting-edge means better opportunities for career advancement and personal fulfillment. But it also requires learning about new opportunities and challenges. TECHSPO At Sea 2017 offers that.

8. Expo held in the best place We know spending time out of the office is a big deal, which is why we chose the best location for our event – a place that mixes business with pleasure.

9. Enjoy evening entertainment Once you've soaked in all you can from the keynotes,

the day will be far from over. Use the evenings onboard the Royal Caribbean Oasis of the Seas to meet other entrepreneurs, and enjoy world-class entertainment.

10. Unwind on a Cruise Ship and the Beach The agenda allows for flexible free-time to relax on the ship or optional shore excursions.

Video: TECHSPO At Sea Highlights Video: TECHSPO At Sea Testimonials

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PASSES

TECHSPO At Sea 2017 passes;

All Access Pass

All Access Pass includes: • April 16, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 17, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 18, 2017: DIGIMARCON At Sea, Networking Luncheon, Networking Dinner • April 19, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 20, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 21, 2017: Sales Summit, Networking Luncheon, Networking Dinner

April 22, 2017: TECHSPO At Sea, Networking Dinner, Farewell Cocktail Party

Guest Pass

Included with each All Access Pass is 1 FREE Guest Pass (optional) for the other travelling companion that shares the cabin with the All Access Pass Holder.

Guest Pass includes: • April 16, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 17, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 18, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 19, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 20, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 21, 2017: Networking Dinner • April 22, 2017: TECHSPO At Sea, Networking Dinner, Farewell Cocktail Party

PASS RATES All rates in United States Dollars (USD)

DATES OF PURCHASE: ALL ACCESS GUEST

Super Saver (July 31st, 2016 to December 31st, 2016)

795 Free

Early Bird (January 1st, 2017 to January 31st, 2017) 895 Free

Regular (February 1st, 2017 to February 28th, 2017) 995 Free

Please Note: Passes do not include Royal Caribbean 7 Night Cruise Package, this must be purchased separately.

GROUP RATES

Want to send several people from your team to TECHSPO At Sea 2017? We offer group rate packages at discounts. Register FOUR or more people from the same company simultaneously to receive $200 discount off the prevailing registration price for each member of your group.

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ROYAL CARIBBEAN CRUISE PACKAGE

All attendees are required to purchase separately in advance a Royal Caribbean all-inclusive 7 Night Cruise package under our reserved group block to attend the Events At Sea in the Conference Center.

There are different all-inclusive cruise packages available to suit any budget. From affordable Interior cabins from $132 per person per day (excluding taxes, fees, port expenses & gratuities) to luxurious Ocean Suite cabins. Cruise package types, rates and availability are subject to change so book early to secure your preferred package and our current group discount rates.

Interior Ocean View Balcony Ocean Suite

From $924

per person

From $1,044 per person



Please Note: • Taxes, Fees & Port Expenses = additional $97.95 per person • Gratuities = additional $90.65 per person • Prices based on double occupancy, 100% surcharge for single occupants • 3rd and 4th occupants – from $719 per person

Booking Instructions To be included in the TECHSPO At Sea 2017 Group and access discount group rates all bookings must

be made over the phone to Sea Planners toll free number 1-877-990-9223

(9:30am – 5:00pm) using the Group Name TECHSPO At Sea 2017.

Hurry, Limited Cabins Remaining at Discount Group Rates, Reserve Your Cabin Today!

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GET INSPIRED

Keynotes Get inspired by the headlining speakers of TECHSPO At Sea 2017. These remarkable individuals will motivate, enlighten, and move you.

Bold Talks Discover bold and powerful talks from a diverse group of exciting and influential people. These riveting presentations will educate, challenge, and impress you in less than 20 minutes.

Big Ideas Explore big ideas presented directly from the innovators and thought leaders of the changing business world. These thought-provoking presentations are designed to help you transform your organization, your business, and yourself.

LEARN FROM THE EXPERTS

Startup Experts Led by successful startup professionals, these sessions will teach you the principles and skills of startup success – from basic to advanced – to improve and transform your startup company utilizing the latest techniques.

Startup Stories Hear success stories from entrepreneurs who have successfully implemented startup growth techniques and solutions. These case studies will profile a number of companies and industries who’ve steered their startup to remarkable success.

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