Digital Mission to New York (Feb 2013) coinciding with Social Media Week NYC
Following on from 2010's successful Digital Mission to NYC trip, this will be the fourth Digital Mission to New York, taking place 18th - 22nd February 2013 to take advantage of the 150+ events taking place as part of Social Media Week NYC.
The packed programme builds on the Digital Mission's momentum and relationships with New York-based entrepreneurs, agencies, and digital practitioners to create a cracking line up of activities.
The trip will be aimed at fast-growing UK firms in the digital and agency sector focusing on media, marketing, advertising, real-time bidding, big data, app development, analytics, professional services (design/technical/UX/game development) any suppliers to the marketers in agencies and major brands.
// Digital Mission NYC 2013 Draft Programme
// Digital Mission NYC 2013 Companies
Social Media Week NYC (18th - 22nd Feb '13)
This trip will coincide with Social Media Week NYC, allowing companies to explore the 150+ events, covering extensive topics along the vein of social media thoughout the week - meaning there'll always be something going on!
As a Digital Mission delegate, you'll get a Social Media Week Premium Insider Pass. This allows you to attend SMWNYC Hub events, for free, without registering and you'll also get invites to the official Opening and Closing parties.
What Does the Mission Include?
The Digital Mission to NYC will include:
- Digital Mission Programme
- Masterclass on How to Do Business in the US
- Incubator Space Tours
- Company Visits
- Round Table Event
- Networking Events held as part of SMWNYC
- Premium Insider Pass
- Exclusive access to all Official Content Hubs
- Exclusive access to Global HQ and the Global Stage
- Access to VIP Lounge in Global HQ
- Guaranteed entrance and no registration required
- One ticket to VIP Opening Reception
- Two tickets to VIP Closing Party
- Option to take advantage of Group Travel Packages
- Two options available starting from just £942 per person
A draft Digital Mission programme is available now and is being updated regularly.
How Much Does it Cost?
This Mission will be operating a tiered cost system, so pricing will depend on your company type / size as below:
Start-ups, SME's & Academics
To qualify as a start-up or SME, your company must have less than 250 employees and less than €50m turnover. Academic staff must be able to prove their credentials.
- £499 for the first 10 companies confirmed
- £799 for those confirmed after that
Agencies & Larger Companies
An agency is broadly defined as a business that delivers services for creative and technical development. Larger Companies are those that have more than 250 employees and/or have more than €50m turnover.
- £899 for the first 10 companies confirmed
- £1,499 for those confirmed after that
Observers
Observer slots are strictly limited and give the chance for companies and organisations that support digital firms in their objectives e.g. lawyers, accountants to take part in the mission. Observers spend the full week with the mission companies, participate in the events, but are not invited to pitch or present.
- £1,999 + VAT per delegate
All of the above costs include one delegate per company (unless stated otherwise) and exclude VAT, travel & accommodation costs. There will be a small charge for extra delegates at £150 per person. Travel & accommodation packages available starting from approx £940 p/p.
Grants
UKTI London has made available a limited number of grants for companies taking part in the mission. Applications can be made through UKTI London once your company has been accepted onto the mission. The £500 grants are paid retrospectively as a refund towards expenses.
If you're outside London, funding may be available from your local UKTI Trade Advisor, drop us a line for contact details or visit the UKTI website. If other grants become available, we'll be sure to update this page as well as @digitalmission.
Group Travel Packages
We have partnered with Expose Travel who have put together two fantastic travel packages, including flights on BA (economy and premium economy available) and staying at The Milford Hotel in Times Square - both packages are very reasonable and start at £942 per person.
This isn’t compulsory and you’re welcome to make your own arrangements.
Package 1) 18th to 22nd February 2013
- Heathrow/New York JFK 18th February BA 175 1000/1245
- New York JFK/Heathrow 22nd February BA 116 2000/0800 (23rd Feb)
- Return transfers by private coach from Airport to Hotel.
- Accommodation at the Milford Plaza Hotel in single or twin/double occupancy room inclusive of local tax on a room only basis for 4 nights from 18th February 2013.
Price per person in single occupancy - £1018.00 per person to include all the above.
Price per person in double/twin occupancy - £924.00 per person to include all the above
Package 2) 18th to 24th February 2013
- Heathrow/New York JFK 18th February BA 175 1000/11245
- New York JFK/Heathrow 24th February BA 116 2000/0800 (25th Feb)
- Return transfers by private coach from Airport to Hotel.
- Accommodation at the Milford Plaza Hotel in single or twin/double occupancy room inclusive of local tax on a room only basis for 6 nights from 18th February 2013.
Price per person in single occupancy - £1202.00 per person to include all the above.
Price per person in double/twin occupancy - £1068.00 per person to include all the above
Please note: if you choose to travel home on Friday 22nd you will miss the Social Media Week VIP Closing Party but no other mission activity.
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