Sponsorship Opportunities Guide 2015-2016
Small Business Expo Over 100 local businesses gather for this one day business expo. An average of 2,000 people attend this event, and it is widely covered by the media. The night before there is a B2B VIP Reception that is invitation only for vendors and their special guests, averaging about 200+. The Chamber gives the perfect opportunity for you to connect with a wide range of customers and business leaders. TITLE SPONSOR - $2,500 Title ownership of EXPO naming rights (ex. Sanford Chamber of Commerce Small Business Expo) Identification as Title Sponsor in all print, online and radio newsletter e-blasts and press releases Logo used on cover of EXPO vendor list Booth Fee waived Sponsor display space at entrance of Expo Ten extra VIP B2B Reception tickets Opportunity to address crowd in attendance VIP B2B RECEPTION SPONSOR - $1,000 Identification as VIP Sponsor in all print, online and radio advertisements, as well as Facebook, Twitter and website posts, e-blasts and press releases Booth Fee waived Sponsor display space at entrance of VIP reception Five extra VIP B2B Reception tickets Opportunity to address crowd in attendance Where: Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center When: Fall 2015 Expo, 8am-2pm VIP Reception, 5-8pm night before
Teacher of the Year Teacher of the Year Reception celebrates Lee County s outstanding educators and awards one teacher, the highest honor as Teacher of the Year. Attendance is approximately 100 teachers, school administrators, educational professionals, students and parents. The Chamber gives the perfect opportunity for you to connect with customers and county advocates that bring residents to the area. MAJOR SPONSOR - $1,000 Identification as Major Sponsor in all print, online and radio newsletter e-blasts and press releases Option for Sponsor display space at entrance of reception Opportunity to address crowd in attendance at reception Sponsor display at tables Business information sent to all county schools When: May 2016 Annual Safety Awards Annual Safety Awards Banquet recognizes those organizations in Lee & Surrounding counties who have outstanding safety records. Attendance is approximately 125 plant and safety managers. Industry focused event CORPORATE SPONSOR - $1,500 Identification as Major Sponsor in all printed collateral Opportunity to address crowd in attendance at luncheon When: Spring 2016
Business After Hours The purpose of Business After Hours is to encourage businessto-business networking in a laid back social atmosphere. Sponsors have the ability to promote their business to all. Attendance varies at each event. The Chamber gives the perfect opportunity for you to connect with other businesses in the area. EVENT SPONSOR - $200 Identification as Event Sponsor in all print advertisements, as well as Facebook, Twitter and website posts, newsletter e-blasts and press releases Sponsor logos on website and newsletter for event Opportunity to address crowd in attendance at event Sponsor display at tables *Refreshments not included in cost Event is held monthly Membership 101 Membership 101 was created to help educate new and old members about the opportunities and assets available to them through their Chamber membership. *This is a new program so attendance is TBD. Event is held quarterly CORPORATE SPONSOR - $1,500 Identification as Event Sponsor in all print and online marketing promotions as well as Facebook, Twitter, website posts, and newsletter e-blasts. Opportunity to address crowd in attendance at event Sponsor display on tables
Leadership Sanford Leadership Sanford is a year long program that features 15 up-andcoming community and business leaders. Class meets once a month to learn about the community and how to become better leaders and contributors. The Chamber gives the perfect opportunity for you to connect with the area and make lasting connections. TITLE SPONSOR - $1,000 Identification as Title Sponsor in all print, and online and newsletter e-blasts. Sponsor display space at entrance of ceremonies Option to distribute promotional materials/products to Opportunity to address crowd in attendance at both the opening and closing ceremonies When: Sept 2015 - June 2016 Public Policy Luncheon This luncheon is held monthly and features guest speakers that cover hot button issues relevant to Lee County s business community. Attendees include business and civic leaders Average attendance is 50 guests. ANNUAL SPONSOR - $1,200 Event is held monthly Identification as Annual Sponsor in all print and online marketing promotions as well as Facebook, Twitter, website posts, and newsletter e-blasts. Verbal recognition at luncheon Sponsor display on tables
The Chamber gives the perfect opportunity for you to compete and network with an overwhelming amount of business leaders. Chamber Clays Championship This is a premier event! Inaugural event of clay shooting, networking, food and prizes. Approximately 200 business owners, decision-makers and elected officials are expected at this event annually. The event is hands on and interactive with high publicity around the area. TITLE SPONSOR - $3,000 1 available Identification as Title Sponsor in all print, online and radio newsletter e-blasts and press releases Sponsor exhibit space included Two teams of Four included Opportunity to meet and greet players Contact information for all players GOLD SPONSOR - $1,500 3 available Identification as Gold Sponsor in all print, online and radio advertisements, as well as Facebook, Twitter and website posts, e-blasts and press releases Sponsor exhibit space included One team of Four included (option to co-sponsor) Opportunity to meet and greet players SILVER SPONSOR - $750 5 available Identification as Silver Sponsor in all print and online advertisements, as well as Facebook, Twitter and website posts Sponsor exhibit space included Half price discount on team of Four STATION SPONSOR - $500 When: October 16, 2015 13 available Sponsor exhibit space OR half price discount on team of Four PISTOL/5-STAND CHALLENGE - $250 + Cost of Prize Sponsor exhibit space at Pistol Range or 5-Stand *Sponsor must provide a prize valued at $500 or more 2 available
Chamber Golf Tournament This is a premier event! Annual Golf Tournament for networking, food and prizes. Approximately 200 business owners, decision-makers and elected officials are expected at this event annually. The event is hands on and interactive with high publicity around the area. TITLE SPONSOR - $3,000 1 available Identification as Title Sponsor in all print, online and radio newsletter e-blasts and press releases Sponsor exhibit space included Four teams of Four included Display tents at six holes Opportunity to meet and greet players Contact information for all players GOLD SPONSOR - $1,500 1 available Identification as Gold Sponsor in all print, online and radio advertisements, as well as Facebook, Twitter and website posts, e-blasts and press releases Sponsor exhibit space at one hole Two teams of Four included (option to co-sponsor) Contact information for all players Opportunity to meet and greet players SILVER SPONSOR - $750 3 available Identification as Silver Sponsor in all print and online advertisements, as well as Facebook, Twitter and website posts Sponsor exhibit space by registration/cart area One team of Four included HOLE SPONSOR - $500 When: Summer 2016 10 available Sponsor exhibit space at one hole One team of Four included HOLE-IN-ONE SPONSOR - Cost of insurance 1 available Signage and tent at hole PUTTING GREEN CHALLENGE - $500 + Cost of Prize Sponsor tent space on Putting Green One team of Four included *Prize does not include grand prize giveaway, paid for by sponsor 1 available
Thank you for your support in Chamber programs and events! Sponsorships are on a first come, first serve basis. Please call or email your choices for sponsorship opportunities frontdesk@sanford-nc.com 919.775.7341 www.growsanford.com