2015 SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

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1 BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF CHICAGO 2015 SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

2 ABOUT BOMA/CHICAGO Who We Are BOMA/Chicago is a trade association that has represented the interests of the Chicago office building industry since Membership includes 260 commercial office, institutional and public buildings and 170 companies that provide commercial building services to support operational excellence. BOMA/Chicago members make up 94 percent of downtown s total rentable building area and 100 percent of rentable space in Class A buildings downtown. Our Mission BOMA/Chicago s mission is to enhance the value and impact of the commercial real estate industry and its professionals through thought leadership, advocacy, professional development, research and civic engagement BOMA/CHICAGO SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

3 AMPLIFY YOUR EXPOSURE TO CHICAGO S CRE COMMUNITY BOMA/Chicago sponsors gain an amplified level of exposure to the BOMA/Chicago Building and Affiliate network. BOMA/Chicago hosts more than a dozen social and networking events each year that will set the stage for your own successful business development strategy. These gatherings truly embody one of the greatest strengths of BOMA/Chicago: the strong sense of community and collaboration between the Building and Affiliate Members of this organization. Select one the following sponsorship options, or contact us to customize a tailor-made package. PREMIER SPONSOR $10,000 Highest level of brand exposure and value for organizations that truly want to maximize their participation. Premier sponsorship benefits include: Company name/logo posted on website home page for one year Inclusion of logo in all The Blueprint e-newsletters Verbal recognition by BOMA/Chicago president at Annual Meeting and other major events Logo on all print marketing materials promoting BOMA/Chicago events Signage at all BOMA/Chicago events Logo on all and online event marketing materials Two complimentary tickets to more than ten 2015 events (excludes Golf Classic & Trade Show) One company profile in The Blueprint e-newsletter Complimentary banner advertisement in online member directory Social media recognition each quarter For more information, contact Beth Halat, Director of Member Services, at [email protected] or (312) or Amy Masters, Director of Marketing and Communications, at [email protected] or (312) PAGE 3

4 ANNUAL EVENTS Our annual events provide outstanding opportunities to target market your goods and services, connect with industry decision-makers and grow your business. Each event has its own unique audience and focus and sponsorship packages are still in formation. Suggestions for tailored sponsorships are welcome for each event as well. TOBY/Gold Circle Awards Gala - January 22, 2015 This premier industry event serves as a wonderful backdrop for you and your business, along with nearly 600 guests, to honor our distinguished TOBY and Gold Circle Award winners. The Outstanding Building of the Year (TOBY) Award will be presented to member buildings who have demonstrated excellence over the past year and the Gold Circle Award will be handed to five individuals who continually exemplify professionalism and leadership in the industry. The Gala will again be held in one of the city s most dramatic venues, The Great Hall at the historic Chicago Union Station. Sponsorships for this event begin at $2,000. Contact Beth Halat more information at [email protected] or (312) Diversity Celebration - April, 2015 This popular event celebrating diversity within commercial real estate raises funds for the Reginald L. Ollie Inclusion and Outreach Scholarship and recognizes the year s Ollie Scholarship recipient. This spring event draws a diverse crowd of over 200 hundred members. Sponsorship packages for this event are still in formation and silent auction items are also gladly accepted. Contact Jaclynne Madden for more information at [email protected] or (312) Program Luncheon - June, 2015 Designed to highlight important industry initiatives, market conditions or innovative strategies to enhance operational excellence, the Program Luncheon attracts approximately 200 decision-makers from across the industry. The Program Luncheon is held at a leading downtown hotel or executive club. Sponsorship opportunities are available for $2,500, and include two program tickets, an opportunity to introduce the speaker, signage and electronic marketing recognition, table-top display options and VIP seating with the Board of Directors. For more information, contact Beth Halat at [email protected] or (312) BOMA/CHICAGO SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

5 Golf Classic - August, 2015 Held at nationally-acclaimed public golf courses like Cog Hill Golf & Country Club, the annual Golf Classic sells out year after year with over 300 golfers and sponsorships go quickly. The first-tier sponsorship The Naming Rights provides an unprecedented level of exposure, is tailored to the sponsor s needs and is offered at $10,000. Additional sponsorships for golf cart, golf ball, beverage cart, lunch, par three and first time hole are also available. For more information, contact Paul Jost at [email protected] or (312) Trade Show - October, Merchandise Mart This marquee event will return to the Merchandise Mart in early fall, setting the stage for business development, expert knowledge exchange and networking. Exhibitors will have an opportunity to display products and services to top decisionmakers from Chicago s leading property management companies. Don t miss the chance to secure one of the sponsorship opportunities including the member- exclusive post-show reception, custom signage and premium items highlighting your company s brand. For more information, contact Beth Halat at [email protected] or (312) Annual Meeting - November, 2015 The Annual Meeting is the final major business and networking event held each year. Over 400 BOMA/Chicago members gather every November to elect the new Board of Directors, receive a recap of the year s achievements and gain insight into the strategic focus planned for the year ahead. Please inquire about the $20,000 in sponsorship opportunities available for this highly visible and well-attended event. For more information, contact Beth Halat at [email protected] or (312) PAGE 5

6 EMERGING LEADER EVENTS Reach out and interact with the next three generations of real estate leaders by selecting a sponsorship package promoting your company at 2015 Emerging Leader events. Events take place in the spring, fall and winter, including the popular Karaoke Night networking event, industry Hot Topic Panel Discussion and the Toys from the Top Holiday Event. Emerging Leaders Platinum Sponsor $5,000 (1 Available) Company logo included on all marketing materials, blasts and website Moderator/host of the Fall Leadership Event, including short company presentation Company logo on all event signage Verbal recognition at all Emerging Leader Events Six complimentary tickets to each Emerging Leader Event Sponsor ribbon on event name badge Tabletop at events for company materials Emerging Leaders Gold Sponsor $2,500 (10 Available) Opportunity for short presentation of services to Emerging Leaders Subcommittee meeting Company logo included on all marketing materials, blasts and website Company logo on all event signage Verbal recognition at all Emerging Leaders Events Four complimentary tickets to each Emerging Leaders event Sponsor ribbon on event name badge Emerging Leaders Silver Sponsor $1,200 (Open Availability) Name recognition in marketing materials, blasts and website Name recognition on event signage Two tickets to each Emerging Leaders event Sponsor ribbon on event name badge For more information, contact Beth Halat at [email protected] or (312) BOMA/CHICAGO SPONSORSHIP PROSPECTUS

7 ONLINE ADVERTISING Increase your brand awareness through our new online advertising opportunities. Drive viewers to your company website and generate higher contact rates by advertising on the BOMA/Chicago website and/or service provider directory. Website Advertising $2,000 Website Advertising allows you to take advantage of the heavy visitor traffic the new BOMA/Chicago website offers over 15,000 views per month. This sponsorship program provides outstanding brand visibility and exposure. Sponsorship includes ad banner placement on the right side of the home page for one quarter of the calendar year. Only one sponsor per quarter -- multiple quarters can be purchased with a maximum of two consecutive quarters. Only one available per quarter. Service Provider Directory Advertising $1,000 This program, sold in quarterly installments, will provide valuable exposure to your company by displaying your company logo, contact information and link to your website at the top of the Service Provider Directory. Your company information will appear front and center every time a member or the general public visits the BOMA/ Chicago website and clicks on Find a Service Provider. Maximum of five per quarter. For more information, contact Beth Halat at [email protected] or (312) PAGE 7

8 BUILDING OWNERS AND MANAGERS ASSOCIATION OF CHICAGO 115 SOUTH LASALLE STREET SUITE 2300 CHICAGO, ILLINOIS (312) BOMACHICAGO.ORG