Sponsorships and Advertising Opportunities

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1 Sponsorships and Advertising Opportunities 501 Jackson Avenue Charleston, IL phone: fax: Is it time to raise your visibility within the Charleston area? Whether your business is large or small, you can increase your business s visibility by taking advantage of the Chamber s diverse marketing and promotional opportunities. Are you looking for opportunities to brand your business? Sponsorships are an excellent vehicle to market products and services while increasing your business s name and brand identity among potential clients and customers. Do you want to connect with other business and community members? The Chamber offers cost-effective opportunities to maximize your company s exposure by creating ways to reach your customers and potential customers through targeted advertising and marketing. Chamber sponsorships and advertising programs may be just what you are looking for! Act now and lock in your sponsorship choices for Committing to a sponsorship now means you can earmark funds in your budget today and leverage your marketing dollars in the year ahead. Build Your Business with the Chamber!

2 Your Business Connection Dear Chamber Partner: On behalf of the Charleston Area Chamber of Commerce, thank you for your continued support of our organization. Your participation is invaluable in expanding our region s economic health and overall quality of life by creating a stronger chamber of commerce. Your membership investment in the Chamber provides an array of benefits and services. Now you can get even more for your investment. Sponsorship of events, programs, and publications is an efficient opportunity for your company to gain exposure, reach potential customers, and generate a positive influence in our community. Charleston Chamber events and projects are well respected and bring high value to the Charleston community. The variety of events throughout the year offers our members numerous opportunities for exposure and recognition at multiple levels of participation. We personally invite your business or organization to take some time to review the details of our Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities. Many of these sponsorships go quickly because of their exclusivity and access to our targeted market. Then simply fill out the attached form and return it to the Chamber office to reserve your choice of these valuable opportunities. We look forward to visiting with you personally as well as seeing you at future Chamber events. Sincerely, Michael Staton Chairman of the Board Cindy White President & CEO 501 Jackson Avenue P.O. Box 77 Charleston, IL phone: fax: cacc@charlestonchamber.com 2

3 2015 ANNUAL DINNER & AWARDS CEREMONY This annual gala event puts the Spotlight on Members with a social hour, Silent Auction, Chamber updates, buffet dinner and awards, awards, and more awards. Date: January 24, 2015 at the EIU University Union Grand Ballroom Projected Attendance: 270 Theme: The Stars are out Tonight Premiere Sponsor: $1,500 Benefits: Top billing on all event promotions, 10 seats, bottle of wine, logo on invitation, program & website, special recognition from the podium, company banner on display at event. Exclusive Sponsorship. Shooting Star Sponsor: $1,000 Benefits: 8 seats, bottle of wine, logo on invitation, program & website, recognition from the podium. Only 3 available. Silver Star Sponsor: $700 Benefits: 12 seats, bottle of wine, sponsor listing in program. Multiple available. Blue Star Sponsor: $600 Benefits: 10 seats, bottle of wine, sponsor listing in program. Multiple available. White Star Sponsor: $500 Benefits: 8 seats, bottle of wine, sponsor listing in program. Multiple available. Citizen of the Year Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, announced from the podium as Citizen of the Year Award sponsored by... Small Business of the Year Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, announced from the podium as Small Business of the Year Award sponsored by... Diplomat of the Year Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, announced from the podium as Diplomat of the Year Award sponsored by... Mayor s Award Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, announced from the podium as Mayor s Award sponsored by... Chairman s Award Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, announced from the podium as Chairman s Award sponsored by... Legacy Award Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, announced from the podium as Legacy Award sponsored by... Outstanding Woman in Business Award Sponsored by Mediacom New award for 2015 honoring one outstanding business woman. Sponsored exclusively by Mediacom Communications 3

4 This annual spring event focuses on promoting, encouraging and entertaining women. Event includes a vendor expo showcasing products and services of interest to women, wine, food samplings, chocolate, fashion show, the Uptown Boutique and raffle prizes. Date: April 9, 2015 at the Unique Suites Hotel Projected Attendance: 200+ Theme: Women s Beauty & Health Diamond Sponsor: $500 Benefits: Top billing on all event promotions, logo on invitation, program & website, banner on display at event, vendor table near entrance to expo, 8 event tickets included. Exclusive Sponsorship. Satin & Roses Sponsor: $300 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, vendor table in expo room, 4 event tickets included. Multiple available. Denim & Lace Sponsor: $150 Benefits: Sponsor listing in program, 2 event tickets included. Multiple available. Individual Event Ticket: $20 Event tickets include entrance into the main ballroom for the vendor expo, a complimentary glass of wine, food, desserts, door prize drawings and more. Giveaways for Hot Pink Swag Bags Donations of 200 items for swag bags WHAT WOMEN WANT 4

5 2015 ANNUAL GOLF OUTING Start the summer off with this annual day of golf, food, fun and networking. Registration begins at 10:30 AM. Lunch is served on the green and tee-off is at noon with the awards presentation at the end of the day in the clubhouse. Various levels of sponsorships opportunities are available to fit any budget. Date: June 26, 2015 at the Charleston Country Club Projected Attendance: 120 Theme: For the of Golf Title Sponsor: $1,500 Benefits: Top billing and logo on all tournament promotions, 4 golfers, special recognition at the event, signage on two holes, banner on display at event, option to set up a table at hole of your choice. Exclusive Sponsorship. Eagle Sponsor: $1,000 Benefits: Sponsor listing on all tournament promotions, 2 golfers, signage on two holes. Only 3 sponsorships available. Putt Contest for $5000 Sponsor: $400 Benefits: Signage at the Putting Green, special recognition at the event. Lunch Sponsor: $400 Benefits: Signage at event. 1 available, can be split by 2 businesses. Dinner Sponsor: $400 Benefits: Signage at event. 1 available, can be split by 2 businesses. Par 3 Poker Sponsor: $350 Benefits: Company name/logo printed on Par 3 Poker cards for each golfer. Fun in the Sun Stand, Front 9: $350 Benefits: Option to staff and decorate Fun in the Sun Stand on the Front 9. Fun in the Sun Stand, Back 9: $350 Benefits: Option to staff and decorate Fun in the Sun Stand on the Back 9. Beat the Pro Contest Sponsor, Hole #8: $350 Benefits: Option to staff and decorate pop-up tent set up at Hole #8. Driving Range Sponsor: $250 Benefits: Signage at the Driving Range. Snacks and Soda Sponsor: $250 Benefits: Signage at event. 5

6 2014 ANNUAL GOLF OUTING (Continued) Photo Frame Sponsor: $250 Benefits: Company name/logo printed on all photo frames for each golfer. Hole-In-One for $3,000 Cash, Hole #17: $250 (insurance included) Benefits: Signage at hole, special mention at awards presentation. Hole-In-One for a Car, Hole #2: $200 plus cost of insurance Benefits: Signage and placement of car at hole, special mention at awards presentation. Hole-In-One for a Car, Hole #10: $200 plus cost of insurance Benefits: Signage and placement of car at hole, special mention at awards presentation. Longest Drive for Women Contest Sponsor, Hole #3: $150 Benefits: Signage at contest hole, special mention at awards presentation. Longest Drive for Men Contest Sponsor, Hole #6: $150 Benefits: Signage at contest hole, special mention at awards presentation. Longest Putt for all Golfers Contest Sponsor, Hole #9: $150 Benefits: Signage at contest hole, special mention at awards presentation. Closest to the Pin for all Golfers Contest Sponsor, Hole $17: $150 Benefits: Signage at contest hole, special mention at awards presentation. Beverage Cart Sponsor: $125 Benefits: Signage on beverage cart, option to have drivers for the cart at outing. 10 sponsorships available, 2 per cart. Note: For exclusive sponsorship of a cart, you must buy two sponsorships for a total of $250. Hole Sponsor (Tee or Green): $100 Benefits: Signage at designated tee or green. Multiple sponsorships available. Foursomes: $400 ($100 per golfer) Includes 18 holes of golf, cart, 4 mulligans, lunch, dinner, beverages, snacks, all contests, and goodie bag for each golfer. Giveaways for Golfer Goodie Bags Donations of 150 items for goodie bags. Suggestions: Cups with lids, can huggies, golf towels, tees, divot repair tools, golf balls, etc. 6

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8 2015 LOOTERY AND CASINO NIGHT This annual fall event features an evening of casino games, food, music, fun, cash bar, and networking. Tickets go in a reverse raffle drawing for cash prizes and a grand prize of $2000. Date: November 13, 2015 at the Unique Suites Hotel Projected Attendance: 150 Theme: Lucky Friday the 13th Presenting Sponsor: $500 Benefits: Top billing on all event promotions, 4 Lootery tickets included (each ticket admits two people), special recognition at the event, company banner on display at event. Exclusive Sponsorship. Casino Game Sponsor: $200 Benefits: Sponsorship listing in promotions, signage at the game table, option to staff the game table at the event. Table Sponsor: $100 Benefits: Reserved seating at a round table of 8. No Lootery tickets included with this sponsorship. Multiple available. Individual Lootery Ticket: $50 Each ticket admits two people to event. Tickets go into the raffle drum for a chance to win cash prizes including grand prize of $

9 LESSONS OVER LUNCH PROGRAM This quarterly lunch program offers opportunities to network and hear guest speakers on topics of interest to the business community. Dates: TBA Projected Attendance: 50 Presenting Sponsor: $250 Benefits: Program will be referred to as Presented by... and will feature the sponsoring company on all event promotions. CEO or representative of company to briefly welcome members in attendance, give five minute presentation about the sponsor s company, and express support for the Chamber. Includes admission for four, a table to display company materials during registration and the opportunity to place materials at each place setting. One Presenting Sponsorship available for each scheduled lunch program. Presenting Sponsor and Program Presenter: $500 Benefits: Program will be referred to as Presented by... and will feature the sponsoring company on all event promotions as the presenter of the informative program. CEO or representative of company to briefly welcome members in attendance, give twenty minute presentation on topic of their choice and their company, and express support for the Chamber. Includes admission for four, a table to display company materials during registration and opportunity to place materials at each place setting. One Presenting Sponsorship & Program Presenter available for a scheduled lunch program. Program topic must be approved by Chamber staff. LESSONS over LUNCH 9

10 ELECTRONIC MEDIA EXPOSURE Wednesday Updates Sponsor: $1200 annually or $100 per week Frequency: Weekly Projected Circulation: 800+ and growing all the time Benefits: Company logo listed at the top of every Wednesday Update hyperlinked to company s website. One Sponsorship available annually or per month. IL Chamber Government Affairs Report Sponsor: $500 Frequency: Weekly while state legislature is in session Projected Circulation: 800+ and growing all the time Benefits: Company logo listed at the top of every Government Affairs Update hyperlinked to company s website. One Sponsorship available annually. Banner Advertising on the Chamber Website The Chamber website is full of information for chamber members and area visitors alike. Various ad prices and locations in the site are available to promote your business in a highly visible and affordable way. Contact the Chamber office for more information and pricing options. 10

11 Charleston Area Chamber of Commerce SPONSORSHIPSHIP AGREEMENT 2015 Company Contact Person Title Address City/State/Zip Phone ANNUAL DINNER January 24, 2015 Exclusive Premiere Sponsor $1500 Shooting Star Sponsor (3) $1000 each Silver Star Sponsor $700 each Blue Star Sponsor $600 each White Star Sponsor $500 Citizen of the Year Award Sponsor $150 Small Business of the Year Award Sponsor $150 Diplomat of the Year Award Sponsor $150 Mayor s Award Sponsor $150 Chairman s Award Sponsor $150 Legacy Award Sponsor $150 WHAT WOMEN WANT - April 9, 2015 Diamond Sponsor $500 Satin & Roses Sponsor $300 Denim & Lace Sponsor $150 Individual Event Ticket $20 each Giveaways for Hot Pink Swag Bags (200 items) GOLF OUTING June 26, 2015 Exclusive Title Sponsor $1500 Eagle Sponsor (3) $1000 each Putt Contest for $5000 Sponsor $400 Lunch Sponsor $400 Dinner Sponsor $400 Par 3 Poker Sponsor $350 Fun in the Sun Stand, Front 9 $350 Fun in the Sun Stand, Back 9 $350 Beat the Pro Contest Sponsor, Hole #8 $350 Driving Range Sponsor $250 Snacks and Soda Sponsor $250 Photo Frame Sponsor $250 Hole-In-One for $3000 Cash, Hole #17 $250 Hole-In-One for a Car, Hole #2 $200 Hole-In-One for a Car, Hole #10 $200 Longest Drive Women Contest Sponsor, Hole #3 $150 Longest Drive Men Contest Sponsor, Hole #6 $150 Longest Putt all Golfers Contest Sponsor, Hole #9 $150 (continued on next page) 11

12 Charleston Area Chamber of Commerce SPONSORSHIPSHIP AGREEMENT 2015 (continued) GOLF OUTING June 26, 2015 (continued) Closest to the Pin all Golfers Contest, Hole #17 $150 Beverage Cart Sponsor (10) $125 Hole Sponsor (Tee or Green) $100 each Foursomes ($100 per golfer) $400 Giveaways for Golfer Goodie Bags (150 items) LOOTERY AND CASINO NIGHT November 13, 2015 Exclusive Presenting Sponsor $500 Casino Game Sponsor $200 Table Sponsor $100 Individual Lootery Ticket $50 each LESSONS OVER LUNCH PROGRAM 4 PER YEAR Presenting Sponsor $250 Presenting Sponsor and Program Presenter $500 ELECTRONIC MEDIA EXPOSURE Wednesday Updates Sponsor $100 per month IL Chamber Government Affairs Report Sponsor $500 per year TOTAL Special Instructions: METHOD OF PAYMENT Check enclosed # Send Invoice Credit Card (Circle) VISA MC DISC Card Number Expiration Date Security Code Zip Code Associated with Card to send receipt Charleston Area Chamber of Commerce 501 Jackson Avenue P.O. Box 77 Charleston, IL Phone: Fax: cacc@charlestonchamber.com 12