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50 2013
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 The Purpose - To create, expand and enhance the
process of THOUGHT LEADERSHIP from India.
 The First and the only AUTHORITY from India to honor
and celebrate the best and brightest thinkers in India
through the Thinkers50 India awards.
 The First and the only AUTHENTIC Ranking of the top 50
thinkers from diverse domains from India and from
different walks of life.
Concept…Indian….
“Thinkers50 is pleased to announce new
partnerships with the introduction of
Thinkers50 India…….We're excited about the
opportunities ahead with T50 partners in
developing market…..”
-Thinkers50, Global
Thinkers50 global launched in 2001 is the first ever global
ranking of management thinkers. T50 include a range of
activities that support its mission of identifying and sharing
the best management thinking in the world. This Ranking
remains the premier ranking of its kind and the T50 Awards
(introduced in 2011) are widely regarded as the "Oscars of
management thinking". Today, the T50 brand is admired
globally for its objectivity and market intelligence, confirming
its position as the leading independent authority in
management ideas.
To know more visit www.thinkers50.com

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Thinkers50 India Ecosystem
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THINKERS50 India LIST and AWARDS
To honor and celebrate the best and the brightest thinkers from
diverse domains.
THINKERS50 India EVENTS
To encourage a debate/dialogue/discussion on idea generating
issues. It will be a day long conference featuring some of the
India’s most exciting and insightful minds from all walks of life.
THINKERS50 India QUARTERLY MAGAZINE
Specially devoted to original writings by eminent thinkers on
thematic issues.
THINKERS50 India FELLOWS
The goal is to encourage the best and brightest thinkers from the
Indian diaspora to engage in reflective and interactive research
and enrich the process of thought leadership in India.
THINKERS50 India BLOG
Provide an opportunity for India’s best thinkers to write and
engage in a discussion with the larger community.
THINKERS50 India CONVERSATION
Provide an open platform for debating/discussing/sharing new
thoughts, ideas from diverse fields.
THINKERS50 India SOCIAL MEDIA
Provide a medium to engage with wider audience through
social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, You
Tube.
THINKERS50 India iOS/ANDROID CHANNEL
Enable the end user to access the entire Thinkers50 India
Ecosystem through iOS/Android.

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Choosing Thinkers50 from India
The basis of the awards is online voting through the Thinkers50 India website www.thinkers50.in. The votes will be discussed by
the thinkers50 India panel of experts so as to come out with the thinkers50 India list and the distinguished achievement award.
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VOTE: open to everyone NOMINATE: using established criteria
REVIEW by an advisory panel
Definitive list of the Indian Top 50 Thinkers and Thinkers50 India distinguished achievement awards

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Criteria for assessment
 Relevance of ideas
 Rigor of research
 Presentation of ideas
 Accessibility/Dissemination of ideas
 International outlook
 Originality of ideas
 Impact of ideas
 Practicality of ideas
 Business sense*
 Power to inspire
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*specific to Business, Finance and Economics

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Thinkers50 India List and Awards
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BUSINESS, FINANCE and ECONOMICS
For making an exemplary contribution to advancement of the theory and practice
of business, finance and economics.
ARTS and ENTERTAINMENT
For creatively contributing to the advancement of arts and entertainment.
HISTORY and CULTURE
For widening and deepening our understanding of the history and culture of India
and its potential significance for the future.
GOVERNANCE
For contributing in an innovative manner to the process of governance thereby
impacting the life of the people.
….Covering diverse domains after following due diligence
and honoring thinkers in the given fields

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EDUCATION
Whose ideas have the potential to change the entire paradigm of education.
TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE
Who has in a “substantial and sustainable manner” leveraged
technology/science to bring about a transformative change globally.
PHILOSOPHY
Whose ideas have the power to change the world we live in and reshape the
way we think.
LITERATURE
Whose work are of outstanding literary merit and value for the future of
mankind.
Thinkers50 India List and Awards
….Covering diverse domains after following due diligence
and honoring thinkers in the given fields

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Thinkers50 India Magazine: Key Features
 Tentative cover themes
- Idea of India
- Growth perspective
- Governance challenges
- Philosophy and Science
 Published quarterly
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Core Benefits of Partnership
 Unique opportunity to position your brand at the forefront of thought leadership by becoming one of the elite selection of partners for this unique
initiative .
 Excellent medium to connect with the Indian diaspora as well as benefit from the significant global media exposure attracted by Thinkers50.in
 Contribute significantly to the creation of a better future for India through new thinking & innovative solutions.
 Actively support the engagement of Indians from all walks of life in the advancement of thought leadership.
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Partnership Opportunities
PRESENTING PARTNER
Slot available: 1
Maximum exposure as an overall sponsor of the ranking, website, awards dinner and
conference
Exclusive sponsorship of the event and awards
On stage presentation of award
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Front page branding on event marketing materials
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
Complimentary delegate passes (10)
Discounted event pricing for clients/partners
Literature distribution in conference bag
Recognition by Event Chairman and Awards Host
Special deals on licensing exclusive Thinkers50 India content, including video interviews
with thinkers
Discounted access to IFC thought events and programs
Video interviews with event releases
Screening of corporate film (upto 3-4 minute during lunch break)
Advertising space (one full page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50 India
magazine and the iPad application
Thank you sponsor Boards
Exclusive access to Thinkers50 India Events
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ASSOCIATE PARTNERS
Slot available: 2
Exclusive sponsorship of the event
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Front page branding on event marketing materials
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
Complimentary delegate passes (5)
Discounted event pricing for clients/partners
Literature distribution in conference bag
Recognition by Event Chairman and Awards Host
Video interviews with event releases
Screening of corporate film (upto 2 minute during lunch break)
Advertising space (half page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50 India
magazine and the iPad application
Visibility in Post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
Exclusive access to Thinkers50 India Events

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EDUCATION PARTNERS
Slot available: 1
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
Front page exposure on event website
Complimentary delegate passes (3)
Discounted event pricing for clients/partners
Literature distribution in conference bag
Recognition by Event Chairman and Awards Host
Discounted access to IFC thought events and programs
Advertising space (half page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50 India
magazine and the application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
AWARD PARTNERS
The Thinkers50 India Awards are conferred on distinguished thinkers from diverse domains.
Slot available: 8
On stage presentation of awards
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
Front page exposure on event website
Complimentary delegate passes (3)
Discounted access to IFC thought events and programs
Advertising space (half page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50 India magazine and
the application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
Partnership Opportunities contd..
Video Partner
Exclusive branding at the start of the interview.
Slot available: 1
Live Video Feed Partner
Exclusive branding on screen during video links.
Slot available: 1
Benefits include:
Front page exposure on event website and material
Branding on event literature, signage and on screen
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
License to use interview material for internal promotion, training and development
Advertising space (one forth page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50 India magazine
and the application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
TECHNOLOGY PARTNERS
YouTube Partner
Exclusive branding on Thinkers50 YouTube channel.
Slot available: 1
Internet Partner
Exclusive branding on Thinkers50 online channel.
Slot available: 1

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LIMITED EDITION BOOK PARTNER
To mark the success of 2013 Thinkers50 India, a limited
edition coffee table book will be commissioned.
Slot available: 1
Exclusive on cover branding
Prominent branding on the event website, literature
and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisements
Front page exposure on event website
Complimentary delegate passes (2)
Visibility in post event releases
Advertising space (one forth page) would be provided in
the exclusive Thinkers50 India magazine and the
application
Thank you sponsor Boards
Advertisement in the limited edition book
RADAR PARTNER
Shines the spotlight on the very best and upcoming
thinkers of the future and is one of the most popular
and important elements of Thinkers50 India.
Slot available: 1
Exclusive on Thinkers50 India Radar on the website
Prominent branding on the literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisements
Front page exposure on event website
Complimentary delegate passes (2)
Advertising space (one forth page) would be provided in
the exclusive Thinkers50 India magazine and the
application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
MAGAZINE PARTNER
Associate your name with the exclusive Thinkers50 India
magazine (in every issue) carrying a selection of articles by
eminent thinkers on thematic issues.
Slot available: 1
Exclusive on cover branding
An article from the organization high level executive
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage
sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisements
Front page exposure on event website
Complimentary delegate passes (2)
Advertising space (one forth page) would be provided in the
exclusive Thinkers50 India magazine and the application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
Name/advertisement in the magazine

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THINKERS India iOS/ANDROID APPLICATION PARTNER
Design an application and help us feature the best thinkers.
Slot available: 1
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
Front page exposure on event website
License to use interview material for internal promotion, training and development
Advertising space (one forth page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50 India
magazine & the application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
LUXURY PARTNER
As an elite partner, be associated with the prestigious awards.
Slot available: 1
Prominent branding on the event website, literature and stage sets
Signage and on screen (event website and events)
Prominent branding on all event advertisement
Front page exposure on event website
Advertising space (one forth page) would be provided in the exclusive Thinkers50
India magazine & the application
Visibility in post event releases
Thank you sponsor Boards
The Thinkers50 India invites you to position your brand at the forefront of thinking by becoming one of the elite selection of sponsors for this unique initiative.

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Advisory Board
 JOAN BIGHAM
Managing Director, Global Solution Networks, Executive Vice President, Tapscott Group
 ANURAG BATRA
MD and Editor-in-Chief, Exchange4Media
 ROHIT BANSAL
CEO & Co-Founder, India Strategy Group, Hammurabi & Solomon Consulting
 B V RAO
Editor, Governance Now
 STUART CRAINER
Co-creator, Thinkers50, London
 DES DEARLOVE
Co-creator, Thinkers50, London
 ALOK BHARADWAJ
Executive Vice President, Canon
 DR. RUPALI BASU
CEO, Apollo Gleneagles
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For further information, contact
Neera Vohra
e-mail: neera.vohra@competitiveness.in
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