The ACTJCL would like to acknowledge the assistance of the following companies. If you are interested in assisting us in delivering the 2006/07 Festival of Junior Chess, a sponsorship proposal can be downloaded here (940 Kb) or you can send an email to Michael Smith who would be happy to contact you to discuss sponsorship options.

O2C www.o2c.com.au

O2C makes a difference to organisations through supporting and developing people. Their goal is to advance organisational outcomes through progressing the wellbeing of their human resources.

O2C is a market leader in enhancing the resilience, mental health and well-being of individuals and organisations. Principally, O2C equips people with the necessary knowledge, skills and attitudes to achieve and exceed anticipated outcomes.

The uncertain and often chaotic environment of the twenty-first century requires organisations to withstand shock and cope with change on an almost daily basis. Common answers to this challenge often include technological improvements, executive courses, improving innovation and controlling intellectual capital.

Many modern firms recognise that such answers do not adequately prepare the organisation to thrive let alone survive within the vagaries of this century. Instead these organisations advance their outcomes through enhancing the ability of their people, managers and teams to transform change into opportunity and shock into success.

O2C contributes to this transformation through facilitating individual and organisational resilience and mental health. As specialists in assisting and supporting organisations to achieve these outcomes, O2C provides a unique and comprehensive service unmatched within Australia.

The O2C way incorporates a full range of services from negotiation and market analysis to Innovation Leadership and in-house training. Their distinctive Team-Based System ensures clients access the most current knowledge and training from leading experts within their disciplines.

O2C is passionate in its ability to prime your organisation and your people for the challenges of thriving in the twenty first century.

Keylink Technologies www.keylink.net.au/

Keylink Technology is an Australian owned business that provides world-class software solutions and vendor certified support services to large enterprise and government agencies in the Asia-Pacific region.

Our solutions focus on improving performance of mission-critical applications, reducing the total cost of ownership for IT infrastructure, and helping enterprise improve IT services to their business.

Keylink represents the "best of breed" in performance software solutions and are the exclusive distributor for Syncsort and PS'Soft in Australia.

KAZ Consulting www.kaz-group.com

KAZ is the largest Australian operated information and communications technology company in the country, with over 4000 dedicated professionals in a network that spans Australia and SE Asia.

Now a wholly owned subsidiary of Telstra, KAZ combines a 30 year reputation for inventive, flexible IT and business process solutions with the strength and networks of Telstra, Australia's leading communications company.

They specialise in delivering superior technology and communication solutions for a range of industries and governments. Their service can be as simple or as comprehensive as you wish, from advice and consulting through to implementation and management.

SAS www.sas.com

Incorporated in 1976, SAS is the world's largest privately held software company with 10,000 employees in more than 400 offices spanning the globe. SAS is the leader in business intelligence software and services. Customers at 40,000 sites use SAS software to improve performance through insight into vast amounts of data, resulting in faster, more accurate business decisions; more profitable relationships with customers and suppliers; compliance with governmental regulations; research breakthroughs; and better products. Only SAS offers leading data integration, intelligence storage, advanced analytics and traditional business intelligence applications within a comprehensive enterprise intelligence platform.

Vikings Capital Golf Club www.capitalgolf.com.au

The Capital Golf Club was formed in 1972 and was incorporated in March 1978 with around 75 members. From these humble beginnings the club now boasts a strong golfing membership in association with the Tuggeranong Vikings Rugby Union & Amateur Sports Clubs.

The clubhouse, located just off Jerrabomberra Avenue in Narabundah is only 10 minutes drive south-east from the centre of Canberra and a well hit 8 iron from the venue. It features three bar areas, the Spike Bar, the Lounge, and Function room. Our club is renown for its warm friendly service and atmosphere, inviting patrons to sit back and relax while viewing the course from the Spike Bar or Function room as they enjoy a casual drink and a meal.

For the information of members and invited guests.

OOSW Consulting www.oosw.com.au

OOSW Consulting is an IT Consulting company formed by a team of professionals keen to pool their experience and resources. In doing so they have created a company with a sound and diverse knowledge base that can only help assist their clients in achieving their IT goals.

Strategem IT Personnel www.stratagemcc.com.au

Stratagem is a Canberra based, 100% Australian owned company supplying IT personnel and services. Established in 1985, they have experienced consistent growth to become one of the largest local IT personnel agencies servicing the Canberra region. They are proud to have remained one of Canberra's few locally owned agencies and have nearly 20 years experience supplying to the Commonwealth Government, ACT Government and the private sector. Currently, approximately 85% of Stratagems business is with Commonwealth and ACT Government organisations that have responded enthusiastically to their formula of offering quality staff at very competitive prices. Their intimate knowledge of the local market and strong Canberra focus enables us to successfully match the right person to the right job.

Doma Hotels www.domahotels.com.au

Located within the Parliamentary triangle in Australia’s capital, Doma Hotels offers you a point of difference in accommodation options.

Bentley Suites, the signature property of Doma Hotels, provides oversized one, two and three bedroom apartment style suites, and is walking distance to the lively precinct of Manuka; filled with chic cafes, au courant bars and stylish boutiques.

Pinnacle Apartments, nestled in the leafy suburb of cosmopolitan Kingston, offers Canberra’s only four bedroom apartments.

Hotel Heritage, winner of the 2004 and 2005 Rhodium Canberra and Capital Region Tourism Award for ‘Standard Accommodation’ is a delightful 3.5 star courtyard style hotel , minutes from Canberra International Airport and the lawns of Old Parliament House. A wonderful choice in family hotel style accommodation, complete with licensed restaurant, 24 hour reception and guest laundry.

Fuji Xerox www.fujixerox.com.au

Fuji Xerox is a subsidiary of Fuji Photo Film Co. of Japan, in which Xerox Corporation of the USA has a 25% interest. It distributes Xerox and Fuji Xerox products throughout the Asia Pacific region through operations in Japan, Australia, Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Thailand, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam.

Xerox has been in the document processing business for over 40 years, when the first office copier was introduced to the world. They evolved into The Document Company over ten years ago because of a need to move beyond just hard copy output.

Fuji Xerox markets the broadest range of printers, digital production publishers, multifunction devices, copiers, facsimile products and scanners in the industry.

Their range now includes everything from a sub $500 office printer, through an award winning range of office print/copy/fax/scan multi-function devices to a $1 million digital colour press. They also sell software in areas including optical character recognition, knowledge management, web viewing and one-to-one marketing.

Australian Chess Enterprises www.chessaustralia.com.au

Australian Chess Enterprises is the leading chess supplier in Australia, offering the complete range of chess equipment, books, software, dvds and other merchandise. They are the home of the Koala Chess Club, organiser of the Myer Tan Australian Chess Grand Prix and organiser of the Sydney International Open at Parramatta. They publish the bi-monthly Australian Chess magazine, edited by FIDE Master Brian Jones, and also the "Learn Chess with Martika" software, written by International Master Gary Lane. Customers are welcome to order on the internet at www.chessaustralia.com.au or visit their showroom at 1 Garfield Road East, Riverstone NSW 2765.

Chess Discount Sales www.chessdiscountsales.com

Chess Discount Sales has been established in the Sydney Central Business District for 29 years. They are one of the largest suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere of thousands of different chess items. CDS is an Australian distributor for the entire range of Everyman/Cadogan/Pergamon Press chess books (over 150 titles) and over 100 titles of Chess Informant publications as well as being the sole exclusive Australian distributor for the entire range of Novag Chess Computers.

ATM Computers www.atmcomputers.com.au

ATM Computers is a Canberra based Personal Computer (PC) reseller and Information Technology (IT) services provider. They have been supplying the Canberra region with computer products and services since March 1998 and believe in offering quality products and services while keeping the prices as low as possible.

Their products cover all common items for today's computing needs at home and office. They sell the latest IBM compatible computers (both desktops and servers), printers, scanners, digital cameras, common office software, PC parts, other peripherals and accessories. In addition to hardware retailing, professional service has become an important and integrated part of their business. They have been providing various professional services to many small businesses in the region.

Belkin www.belkin.com/au/

Belkin offers a diverse product mix that provides people with seamless electronics integration in their homes, cars, and on the go. A recognised leader in connectivity solutions, in addition to accessories for iPod(r) devices, computers and more. Belkin provide extensive solutions for networking, home theatre-with their PureAV(r) line of cables, power, and digital wireless accessories-and many more categories. Visit www.belkin.com/anz for further information.

Corporate Express www.ce.com.au

Imagine… a supply partner that brings together many of the things you need to buy to run your business, who reaches every aspect of your business, under the one roof. Imagine access to highly specialised expertise that offers tailored advice to streamline your procurement needs.

Imagine a national distribution network providing reliable, next day delivery direct to your desk. A delivery service that includes the same driver who becomes a key member of your team, quietly and efficiently delivering and unpacking your order so you can get on with running your business. Imagine stress free electronic purchasing and a consolidated invoice at month end.

You are imagining Corporate Express - a better way to do business.

They cater for every aspect of your business with IT solutions, print services, promotional marketing, business furniture, facilities supplies, catering and kitchen supplies and office essentials.

They are your silent business partner who makes life easier - giving you more control over your business costs by consolidating suppliers.

Krispy Kremes http://www.krispykreme.com.au

Krispy Kreme doughnuts are made from a secret recipe dating back to 1937. For over 60 years Krispy Kreme doughnuts have been synonymous with gatherings of family, friends and workmates who have shared our doughnuts as a delicious treat.

When people talk about a Krispy Kreme doughnut, they're usually referring to their signature treat: the Original Glazed. Made from a recipe dating back to the 1930s, their Original Glazed doughnuts have helped set them apart. And if you haven't had an Original Glazed HOT off the line, you need to try one!