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The Most ExcitingWorld Women’s Team Sport EventThe Most ExcitingWorld Women’s Team Sport Event

Global audience 200.000 On site spectators Millions of TV viewers

FIVB World Grand PrixThis annual competition continues to breaknew ground for women’s world sportproviding opportunities for the world’s bestNational Women’s Teams to exhibit their graceto adoring fans. Focused in Asia withenthusiastic organisers, the World Grand Prixhas now expanded to add continentalqualification tournaments.

The Best in Beauty and Style

The Women’s proteam sport showunder new exciting game scoring

8 top Women’sNational Teams and $US 1 million at stake

World Grand Prix was created by FIVB in 1993 as a professionalwomen’s sporting entertainment concept for spectators to watch liveand on TV, and to follow in the press the performance of the bestnational Volleyball women’s teams competing for the highest levels ofprize money ever allocated in a women’s team sport event.

Volleyball is now more exciting than ever to watch and play since therecent introduction of the “Rally-point scoring system”. Each rally scoresa point for the winning team and matches are played as the best of 5 setswith the first 4 sets to 25 pt. and 15 pt. for the 5th set always with a 2-pt.lead. The spectacular “libero” player, the new colours of the Mikasa ball,new uniform design, coach involvement and liberal refereeing, all makenew Volleyball more exciting, demanding and spectacular than ever, fullof dramatic moments and entertaining actions for the enjoyment ofspectators and TV audiences alike.

The World Grand Prix is played in July or August by up to 8 topWomen’s National Volleyball teams touring South East Asia in apreliminary phase consisting of two pools over 3 weekends andclimaxing in a Final Round on the 4th weekend.

A 1 Million US Dollar purse is at stake and the participating teamsinclude Japan, USA, Brazil, Germany or Italy, Russia, Cuba, Korea andChina.

Major International Broadcasters $US 1 Million Prizemoney Key Asian Host Cities

The Leader in World Sports Entertainment

Host TVBroadcastersfromSoutheastAsia andJapanguaranteequalitycoverage

Expose yourbrand in 7 keycities in Asia,and to over200,000spectators andmillions of TVviewers

TBS Japan, 6 South East Asian Host Broadcastersincluding:

UBC Thailand, Television Broadcasts Ltd. Hong Kong,CCTV Sports CHN, TDM Macau

and International Broadcasters such as TV Globo take anactive role in broadcasting.

It is estimated that the number of TV viewers are in themillions that watch the Grand Prix matchesevery year.

Exposure is guaranteed with World GrandPrix, the facts speak for themselves:

• 7 Cities host exciting women’s Volleyballmatches featuring the best players in theworld.

• Over 200,000 spectators witness matches in thehost countries that include Japan, China, HongKong, Macau, Chinese Taipei, Thailand andeventually Malaysia and Philippines.

• Millions of TV viewers worldwide includingthroughout Asia and Brazil access live anddelayed coverage.

Medal showcaseYear 1st 2nd 3rdFinals in

2001Macau (Chn) USA China Russia

2000Manila (Phi) Cuba Russia Brazil

1999Yu Xi (Chn) Russia Brazil China

1998Hong Kong(Chn) Brazil Russia Cuba

1997Kobe (Jpn) Russia Cuba Korea

1996Shanghai(Chn) Brazil Cuba Russia

1995Shanghai(Chn) USA Brazil Cuba

1994Shanghai(Chn) Brazil Cuba China

1993Hong Kong(Chn) Cuba China Russia

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World Grand Prix Sponsorship Opportunities

• Exclusivity within a product category.

• First right of refusal to buy commercial advertisement airtime of the HOST TV Broadcaster.

• Promotion of TITLE SPONSOR status e.g. the ’XYZ Company/Brand’ World Grand Prix and use of FIVB Marks in advertising, sales promotion,packaging, company literature and publicity activities including recognition on official programmes, posters, broadcast titles, tickets and advertising.

• Logo recognition on the official FIVB web site, in the dedicated World Grand Prix section.

• The FIVB Volleyball World Ranking published regularly as well as on the FIVB’s web site is potentially available for association.

World Grand Prix Title Sponsor BenefitsCORPORATE ASSOCIATION EXPOSURE & BENEFITS

Product Category ExclusivityTV Commercial Right ExclusivityTitle Integration and Use of Marks

Official Internet Web SiteWorld Ranking Title Association

• Dominant position on all event signage and on competition boards. Logos in prominent position on the backdrop of the press conference room, logoidentification on the award podium and on accreditation cards.

• 4 flags outside the main stadium of each city hosting matches.

• 1 inflatable with logo recognition in television camera view (installation at own expense).

• Display of 2 giant banners hung from the ceiling.

• 25% of identification around the centre court on "second tier".

• 1 floor sticker in the free zone of the playing court (measuring 3 m x 3 m) in television camera view.

• 4 advertising boards each measuring 3.4 m x 1 m in television camera view.

• 2 Logos, 1 at each extreme end of the net.

• 3 Logos on the horizontal upper band of the net, alternating with the FIVB logo.

• 2 Logos in prominent position, 1 on each side of the Referee’s Chair.

• Logo on the uniforms of all court staff.

• Logo on the beverage coolers in the competition control area.

• The opportunity to be involved with on-court entertainment themes prior to the start of the match and during side changes and time-outs.

• Recognition through the public address system.

• Product prizes can be offered for spectator contests as well as giveaways.

• Booths (installation and servicing at own expense) to sample/display products. Internet terminals can provide direct access to sponsor websites.

• The right to attend FIVB press conferences and to include product catalogues / brochures in the press kit.

PUBLICITY - ON SITE SIGNAGE & BRAND EXPOSURE

Venue Signage, Backdrop & PodiumExposureFlagsInflatablesGiant Banners display2nd Tier Advertising BannersFloor StickersOn-court Advertising BoardsSide Net Mesh LogosNet Upper Band LogosReferee’s ChairCourt Staff UniformsBeverage CoolersOn-Court EntertainmentPublic Address RecognitionGiveaways & Spectator ContestsDisplay Rights - BoothsPress Conferences presence

• Full colour advertising page on the back cover of the FIVB’s World Grand Prix Programme, Final Report and logo recognition on the covers and FIVB posters.

• Logo recognition on the cover of the official national event programme, poster and press material.

• Full colour advertising page in all official national event programmes and access to additional advertising opportunities that may arise.

• Logo recognition on all FIVB World Grand Prix press releases.

PUBLICITY - PRINTED MATERIAL BRAND EXPOSURE

FIVB PublicationsEvent Promotional MaterialsEvent Programme Advertising PagePress Releases

• 10 daily VIP passes with VIP parking & welcome. 20 general spectator access tickets and right to purchase additional tickets ahead of public sale.

• Hospitality space, access to VIP areas and personal invitations for Sponsor’s special guests to social events organised by FIVB and organisers. Invitation forSponsors’ representative to participate in the award ceremony.

• Invitations to official and social functions in connection with the FIVB and its events, such as the World Congress, gala dinners, parties, etc.

CORPORATE HOSPITALITY ADVANTAGES

VIP Passes & TicketsHospitality advantages (Event)

Hospitality advantages (FIVB)

• Invitation to attend FIVB season kick-off press conferences and to include product catalogues/brochures in the press kit.

• Opportunity to create, in association with the FIVB, player awards, featuring the best players at each match working towards an annual award.

• Opportunity to create a merchandising line: caps, sunglasses, shorts, etc. with World Grand Prix and Sponsor logos.

OTHER CORPORATE & BRAND OPPORTUNITIES

Kick-off Press Conferences Player AwardsMerchandising Opportunities

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• Exclusivity within a product category.

• First right of refusal to buy commercial advertisement airtime of the HOST TV Broadcaster.

• Promotion of sponsor status and use of FIVB Marks in advertising, sales promotion, packaging, company literature and publicity activitiesincluding recognition on official programmes, posters, broadcast titles, tickets and advertising.

• Logo recognition on the official FIVB web site, in the dedicated World Grand Prix section.

CORPORATE ASSOCIATION EXPOSURE & BENEFITS

Product Category ExclusivityTV Commercial Right ExclusivityPromotion of Sponsor Status and Useof MarksOfficial Internet Web Site

• Logo recognition on competition boards, the backdrop of the press conference room and on accreditation cards.

• 2 flags outside the main stadium of each city hosting matches.

• 2 advertising boards each measuring 3.4 m x 1 m in television camera view.

• 2 smaller logos, 1 on each side of the Referee’s Chair.

• Logo on the beverage coolers in the competition control area.

• Recognition through the public address system.

• Product prizes can be offered for spectator contests as well as giveaways.

• Booths (installation and servicing at own expense) to sample/display products. Internet terminals can provide direct access to sponsor websites.• The right to attend FIVB press conferences and to include product catalogues / brochures in the press kit.

PUBLICITY - ON SITE SIGNAGE & BRAND EXPOSURE

Venue Signage, Backdrop & PodiumExposureFlagsOn-court Advertising BoardsReferee’s ChairBeverage CoolersPublic Address RecognitionGiveaways & Spectator ContestsDisplay Rights - BoothsPress Conferences presence

• Full colour advertising page in FIVB’s World Grand Prix Programme, Final Report and logo recognition on the covers and FIVB posters.

• Logo recognition on the cover of the official national event programme, poster and press material.

• Full colour advertising page in all official national event programmes and access to additional advertising opportunities that may arise.

• Logo recognition on all FIVB World Grand Prix press releases.

PUBLICITY - PRINTED MATERIAL BRAND EXPOSURE

FIVB PublicationsEvent Promotional MaterialsEvent Programme Advertising PagePress Releases

• 4 daily VIP passes with VIP parking & welcome. 10 general spectator access tickets and right to purchase additional tickets ahead of public sale.

• Hospitality space, access to VIP areas and personal invitations for Sponsor’s special guests to social events organised by FIVB and organisers. Invitation for Sponsors’ representative toparticipate in the award ceremony.

• Invitations to official and social functions in connection with the FIVB and its events, such as the World Congress, gala dinners, parties, etc.

CORPORATE HOSPITALITY ADVANTAGES

VIP Passes & TicketsHospitality advantages (Event)

Hospitality advantages (FIVB)

• Invitation to attend FIVB season kick-off press conferences and to include product catalogues/brochures in the press kit.

• Opportunity to create, in association with the FIVB, player awards, featuring the best players at each match working towards an annual award.

• Opportunity to create a merchandising line: caps, sunglasses, shorts, etc. with the World Grand Prix and Sponsor logos.

OTHER CORPORATE & BRAND OPPORTUNITIES

Kick-off Press Conferences Player AwardsMerchandising Opportunities

World Grand Prix Co-Sponsor Benefits

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World Grand Prix Partnership Commitments

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Guarantee live/delayed TV broadcasting of all matches throughout the territories of the host countries.Make best efforts to expose the World Grand Prix in territories other than those of the hosting countries.

Provide international exposure in the most important newspapers through press releases and featurestories.

Ensure collaboration with the organisers and smooth organisation of the events.

Provide access to video footage and the FIVB photo library for sponsor advertising, televisioncommercials, sponsor’s fairs or conventions, etc.

When requested, support the arrangement of accommodation and local transportation for Sponsor’srepresentatives to facilitate attendance at World Grand Prix matches.

Guarantee the Participating Teams, Worldwide TV Broadcasting & Media Exposure and the highest level of Professional Event Management and Organisation

Extensive TV Coverage & Brand Exposure

International Media Exposure

Professional Organisation

Video Footage and PhotoAccess

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The Title Sponsor and the Co-sponsor commitment are to be agreed upon between the FIVB and each Sponsor.

Financial Support

Product & Supply Support

Services Support

Promotion Support

Other SupportOpportunities

The Sponsor Commitment to World Grand Prix

The FIVB Commitment to World Grand Prix

FIVB can guarantee the exclusivity to sponsors in its reserved product categories. A buy-out policy can be applied for all remaining product categories upon reaching an agreement withthe organiser concerned.

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FEDERATION INTERNATIONALE DE VOLLEYBALLAv. de la Gare 12, Lausanne CH-1001 Switzerland

Tel: +41 21 345 3535, Fax +41 21 345 3545Email: info@fivb.org

Website: http://www.fivb.org

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