DebConf17 Sponsorship: Join The Global Debian Community In Montreal.pdf

18th Annual Debian Conference (DebConf17)

Event Details:
- Date: 5–12 August 2017
- Location: Montreal, Canada
- Venue: Collège de Maisonneuve
- Theme: Fostering a Strong and Democratic Free Software Community

## About Debian and DebConf

Debian: The Free Operating System
Debian is a leading free and open-source software (FOSS) project, offering a complete operating system with over 55,000 packages for diverse architectures. It adheres to strict guidelines, ensuring its 100% FOSS status and serving as a model for other projects. Debian's global community of over a thousand developers is dedicated to creating a universal and versatile OS.

DebConf: The Annual Gathering
DebConf is the annual conference for Debian contributors and users, aiming to enhance the project through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and community building. Past conferences have attracted participants from 30 countries, with many speakers and attendees worldwide. DebConf17 promises to bring together 300 attendees in Montreal, Canada, for an enriching experience.

## Sponsorship Opportunities

DebConf17 offers various sponsorship levels tailored to suit different budgets and desired visibility:

- Platinum: High-profile recognition, including logo placement on all live video streams and promotional materials.
- Gold: Prominent branding and advertising opportunities, plus a dedicated sponsor page.
- Silver: Visibility through conference website mentions, swag, and event signage.
- Bronze: Basic acknowledgment with conference attendance and marketing benefits.
- Custom: Flexible sponsorship packages designed for specific needs, such as job fairs or team sprints (DebCamp).

## Benefits of Sponsoring:

- Community Engagement: Connect with a passionate global community of developers and users.
- Visibility and Branding: Increase brand awareness among FOSS enthusiasts and potential contributors.
- Recruitment Opportunities: Host a job fair to attract top talent in the FOSS space.
- Contribute to Debian's Success: Support the project that underpins numerous derivative distributions, like Ubuntu and Linux Mint.
- Networking: Build relationships with industry leaders and fellow sponsors.

## Sponsor Testimonials:

> "DebConf is one of the most important conferences on my annual calendar... it showcases a good model of a functioning Free Software community." - Bradley M. Kuhn, Software Freedom Conservancy

## Contact Us:

For sponsorship inquiries or to discuss custom opportunities, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

We look forward to collaborating with you to make DebConf17 a memorable event!