TIC 2019 Booklet E-Mag

www.ttma.com/tic
INFO BOOKLET
JULY 2ND - 5TH, 2020
CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE, MACOYA, TRINIDAD & TOBAGO
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C O N T E N T S

I N T R O D U C T I O N
The Trade and Investment Convention is known to be an invaluable
contributor to economic stimulation and growth in the business
community in Trinidad and Tobago and by extension, to other participants
promoting and showcasing their products and services from over 40 countries
throughout the Caribbean region and international territories for the last two
decades. The obvious benefits to these participants are the business opportunities for
trade and investment generated from the convention. Over the last five years, the
average turnover in business opportunities created was 75 million US dollars per year.
Other benefits include the export and investment opportunities thereby earning
valuable foreign exchange, promoting and launching products to the buyers and
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consumers, creating and solidifying business partners.
However, it is often overlooked and undocumented that the Trade
and Investment Convention also provides significant opportunities for a
plethora of business disciplines including many trades men and niche
service providers. In the weeks leading up to TIC and immediately
following, there are significant short term employment and revenue
earning opportunities that are created for Engineers, Designers,
Craftsmen, Builders, Carpenters, Plant providers, Drivers, Ushers, video
production personnel, photographers, Drone providers, Cleaning
Services, Disc Jockeys, MCs, Entertainers/performers, Catering and
Bar Services, Printing and Packaging, Sign production, Delivery men
and Loaders, Electrical providers, Hardware Dealers, Furniture and
Equipment Rental companies, air cooling providers, event coordinators
and promotion personnel to name a few. Consultants and Technicians
(marketing and branding experts) are also among those whose services
are utilized during this period of TIC.
It is difficult to determine what are the exact numbers of manufacturers
and service providers who benefit from the TIC event and the revenues
earned from it. However, our research and data would suggest that
the Trade and Investment Convention employs (directly and indirectly)
approximately 200 persons on a short-term basis, yearly. This does not
include revenues and opportunities generated from the Hotel and
Hospitality Industry, the Airline and the Shipping, Transportation and
Storage Industry. These unmeasured benefits from the hosting of TIC
are defined as qualitative returns from the convention and redounds to
the benefit of employers, employees and entrepreneurs and should not
be dismissed as an inconsequential to the economic development of
the region.
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E X E C U T I V E
SUMMARY
The 20th annual Trade and Investment Convention (TIC) hosted by the Trinidad and
Tobago Manufacturers’ Association took place during the period Thursday 4th July
– Sunday 7th July, 2019 at the Centre of Excellence, Macoya, Trinidad and Tobago.
The main sponsors of TIC 2019 were the Ministry of Trade and Industry, First Citizens,
TSTT/Blink-Bmobile, the Balroop’s Group and S.M. Jaleel & Company Limited.
This year’s theme “TIC2019: Building a Vision, 20 Years Strong”, reinforced the idea that
TIC has been a successful enabling environment for business expansion over the last
20 years in Trinidad and Tobago. Overall, TIC 2019 attracted over 17,300 participants.
There were 272 exhibitor booths and 9 pavilions. The exhibitor population consisted
of 262 companies. 198 were local companies and 64 companies were regional and
international enterprises.
TIC 2019 facilitated business networking, by hosting the B2B Meeting Service during
the convention days with eight meeting rooms and a Business Lounge. There were
152 pre-set B2B meetings with 89 being convened at the TTMA’s B2B meeting
rooms and an unconfirmed number taking place in the exhibitors’ booths or other
locations at the convention. Additionally, our partnership with exporTT saw an Inward
Buyers’ Mission where B2B meeting engagements with 10 specialized buyers, were
coordinated in a dedicated matchmaking business area. It was in these areas that
participants were able to conduct one on one meetings, which were pre-set before
the convention days or were convened as the convention progressed. This Inward
Buyers’ Mission, along with the B2B Business Service are key aspects of the Trade and
Investment Convention.
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The TIC 2019 marketing campaign entailed the utilization of several media for
convention promotion; this included traditional forms of media such as, magazines,
newspaper advertising, radio and television during primetime hours. Other mediums
such as digital billboards and social media promotions were used to ensure that the
business and consumer public were made aware of the TIC 2019.
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S I G N U P N O W
To network with Industry leaders and Entrepreneurs
To Exhibit products and services
To meet with Buyers and Consumers from local, regional
and international markets
For Business to Business Meetings with potential
business partners
For Seminar and Business Education Opportunities
E X H I B I T O R
BOOTH OPTIONS
3m x 3m
$2,000 USD
Booth includes: walls, chairs, table, one 110v duplex
electrical outlet, spotlights
4m x 2m
$1,750 USD
Booth includes: walls, chairs, table, one 110v duplex
electrical outlet, spotlights
3m x 2m
$1,500 USD
Booth includes: walls, chairs, table, one 110v duplex
electrical outlet, spotlights
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Table Booth
6’ x 8’
$750 USD
Booth includes: goal post truss, chairs, table, one 110v
duplex electrical outlet, spotlights
Pavilion
9m x 6m
$9,000 USD
Booth includes: trussing structure, chairs, tables, six 110v
duplex electrical outlets, spotlights
Prices inclusive of all taxes**
EXHIBITOR PRICE COVERS
Booth Amenities, Exhibitor Credentials (badges),
Business to Business Meeting Services
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BOOTH MOCK-UPS
3m x 3m
4m x 2m
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FOR REFERENCE ONLY
3m x 2m
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Table Booth
6’ x 8’
Pavilion
9m x 6m
PAVILION 9M X 6M
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To confirm Exhibitor Participation, register online at
http://ttma.com/tic/exhibitors/registration or email
Ms. Shanna-Marie Israel at ticsales@ttma.com for Registration Form.
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Agriculture
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6m Tables - 6’x8’ B2B AREA Sponsors USHARE
Social Media
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S P O N S O R
PACKAGES
PLATINUM
$
250,000TTD
BENEFITS:
• A 20ft x 20ft on-site display. This premium location will guarantee
high visibility and floor traffic.
• One year of advertising on TTMA’s Digital Billboard (15’x 25’ Screen).
• Your company logo will appear on all TIC collateral marketing
material and signage.
• Speaking Opportunities
• Media Interview Opportunities
• 200 word company profile in the TIC brochure and website
• TIC Website Branding, TIC Social Media Branding and Promotion
• Opportunity for a company representative to be a part of the Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony and Official Tour of the Convention
• Complimentary seminar facility for your company’s use on one of the
Business to Business day
• Company Representation on the TIC Committee; a representative of
your organization will be invited onto the TIC Committee and will be
involved in the planning of TIC.
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GOLD
$
150,000TTD
BENEFITS:
• A 15ft x 15ft on-site display.
• Eight (8) months advertising on TTMA’s Digital Billboard (15’x25’ Screen).
• Your company logo will appear on all TIC collateral marketing material
and signage.
• Speaking Opportunities
• Publicity
• 200 word company profile in the TIC brochure and website
• TIC Website Branding, TIC Social Media Branding and Promotion
• Opportunity for a company representative to be a part of the Ribbon Cutting
Ceremony and Official Tour of the Convention
• Company Representation on the TIC Committee; a representative of your
organization will be invited onto the TIC Committee and will be involved in the
planning of TIC.
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BRONZE
$
100,000TTD
BENEFITS:
• A 20ft x 10ft on-site display.
• Six (6) months advertising on TTMA’s Digital Billboard (15’x25’ Screen).
• Your company logo will appear on all TIC collateral marketing material
and signage.
• Speaking Opportunities
• Publicity
• 200 word company profile in the TIC brochure and website
• Opportunity for a company representative to be a part of the Ribbon
Cutting Ceremony and Official Tour of the Convention
• Company Representation on the TIC Committee; a representative of
your organization will be invited onto the TIC Committee and will be
involved in the planning of TIC.
• TIC Website Branding, TIC Social Media Branding and Promotion
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PARTNERSHIP PACKAGE
Subject to change based on specific partnership details
BENEFITS:
• Discount on Exhibitor Space
• Advertising opportunity in our daily brief (with the reach of 4000)
• TIC Flyer Logo placement
• TIC Website Branding, TIC Social Media Branding and Promotion
• Media Interview Opportunities (Radio/Television)
• Logo /Banner placement at the convention
• TIC Opening Ceremony and CEO’s Cocktail Branding Opportunity
and Mention
• Promotional material opportunity in convention bags distributed to
exhibitors and buyers
• Acknowledgment in all press releases for the event locally and regionally
• Half Page advertisement in TTMA “Manufacturer” Publication
• In-Convention advertising during TIC days on promotional screens in
high-traffic areas
FOR FURTHER DETAILS contact Ms. Kandace Davis at
info@ttma.com or call 868-675-8862 ext 232.
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B U S I N E S S
EDUCATION PROGRAMME
The TIC Business Education Programme is a group of seminars on various businessrelated
topics. These topics range from exploiting investment and trade opportunities
in export markets and understanding trade agreements to financing opportunities.
This an the ideal platform for hosting a seminar geared towards the business
community in Trinidad and Tobago.
LOCATION: Cattleya Lounge, Centre of Excellence, Macoya
• Seating for 80 persons and head table for 3 persons
• Audio-visual equipment (microphones, speakers and screen) with
technical support
• Liquid refreshments
• Logistical support from the TTMA
PRICES FOR SEMINARS ARE AS FOLLOWS:
(PRICES ARE VAT INCLUSIVE)
1 HOUR SESSION
USD $600.00
2 HOUR SESSION
USD $1,120.00
For further information on hosting a Seminar, please contact Mr. Christian George
(868-675-8862 ext. 225, trade@ttma.com). To attend a seminar or workshop, visit the
‘Seminars’ page on our website for updated information and how to register.
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