Corporate Partnership Opportunities portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Portsmouth Guildhall is managed by the Portsmouth Cultural Trust a charity registered in England & Wales (no. 1153358)
Portsmouth Cultural Trust is a registered charity that manages The Guildhall, an iconic arts, music and entertainment venue located in the city of Portsmouth. Since 1890 this historic Grade II Listed building has been central to Portsmouth life. As a charity we provide many free or subsidised events throughout the year so that everyone has the opportunity to experience the many benefits engaging with music and the arts can bring. Our mission is to inspire, entertain and transform lives through the arts. A partnership with us is a dynamic, memorable and highly rewarding experience that brings a wealth of benefits. In return for your generous support, your business will enjoy a range of benefits that include marketing opportunities, prominent branding, client hospitality and employee engagement. There are a number of ways you can work with us. Examples include: Hiring out a meeting room or conference space Becoming a Guildhall Corporate Club member Being a Venue Sponsor Sponsoring a Concert Supporting a Learning and Participation programme Setting up a Payroll Giving scheme
Why choose Portsmouth Cultural Trust? There s never been a more exciting time to be involved with the Portsmouth Cultural Trust and the Guildhall. Over the coming months we will be showcasing exciting work through our programme of music, exhibitions and talks; delivering immersive and compelling experiences to all who visit us. There is also the opportunity to be involved in Guildhall Renaissance, our ten-year renovation project that will further enhance this historic venue. Becoming a Corporate Partner will not only benefit your business, you ll also be making a difference to the local community by supporting us to: Increase peoples access to music and culture Showcase emerging artists and musicians Enrich people s lives in the regions communities Restore and redevelop our historic building Work with young people, schools and colleges Increase the profile of the region as a centre for cultural excellence Make Portsmouth a more attractive place to live and do business
Our audience and public reach We have a reputation for providing first-class entertainment with approximately 50% of our audience coming from outside of Portsmouth, with many regular users coming from Southampton, the M3 and A3 arterial roads and the A27 towards Worthing and Brighton. Our dedicated marketing team extensively promotes all our events and we have excellent relationships with local, regional and national media. In 2014/15: 265,000 visitors from across the southern region visited the Guildhall and we have ambitions to double this number over the next few years. 772 events were held at the Guildhall 483,273 unique visits to our website We had around 55,000 subscribers to our monthly e-newsletter We distributed 30,000 copies of our tri-annual What s on Brochure to businesses and Guildhall Members in the local region 5,757 Facebook followers & 9,521 Twitter followers 3,545 students engaged in Guildhall Participate
Corporate Events & Conference Hire Engage & Entertain With nine flexible spaces under one iconic roof, The Guildhall is one of the most versatile and stylish venues of its kind. Our portfolio includes a range of beautiful spaces that can accommodate many different event needs, from small meetings to large scale conferences and award dinners all housed in a distinctive building with a rich history. We want to make sure that your event is as stress free as possible. Our professional and experienced events team will be on hand from start to finish, offering advice on everything from catering and lighting to staffing and technical facilities to ensure your meeting or event runs smoothly and efficiently. Guildhall Corporate Club Membership Engage & Inspire Host meetings in elegant surroundings, entertain clients and guests, and reward your employees by becoming a Corporate Club Member at the Guildhall. Associating your business with the iconic Guildhall in the heart of Portsmouth, with our reputation for excellence, ensures a memorable and rewarding experience for all. Your membership will also directly support Guildhall Participate, our learning and participation programme to engage young people into music and the arts. Whatever the size of your company or business needs, we have the membership package to suit you, with an exclusive range of benefits to engage and inspire clients, guests and employees. Membership Packages: Benefits of Membership Standard 50 + VAT Premier 100 + VAT Executive 250 + VAT Complimentary use of the Freda Swain Business Lounge 50% discount on small meeting room hire Free business use of the Solent Suite (advanced booking and subject to availability) X Exclusive member offers for employees X Invitations to Corporate Partner Events hosted by the Executive Board X Company Logo on our website X Discounted hire of venue for conferences and events X X Ten complimentary tickets per annum X X
Freda Swain Business Lounge Portsmouth Room Meeting Room Main Auditorium
Sponsorship Opportunties - Make An Impact Corporate sponsorship with the Portsmouth Cultural Trust can help your business meet its marketing, client engagement and CSR objectives. The Guildhall attracts over 265,000 visitors across the south and our website and social media channels increase this reach even further. We offer businesses a wide range of opportunities to engage with customers and our audiences. Whether you re looking for impact, to differentiate your brand, or simply want to attain a longer term branding presence in the region, we can help your business to achieve its objectives through our range of sponsorship packages which start from as little as 1,000+VAT. As well as the packages below we are also happy to work with our corporate partners in developing tailored sponsorship packages to ensure that your specific business aims and objectives are fully met. Venue Sponsorship Our Venue Sponsorship package offers your company a high-profile presence throughout The Guildhall, enhancing your corporate image and enabling you to communicate your key messages to a receptive target market. As Venue Sponsors, benefits (which are negotiable) include: Association with the South s most iconic arts, music and entertainment venue Use of the Guildhall for corporate events High profile branding inside the Guildhall Advertising opportunities inside the Guildhall Logo and credit on our website Inclusion in external advertising materials Generous ticket allocation Ongoing brand promotion opportunities Invitations to Corporate Partner Events with Chief Exec and Board Members There are three tiers of venue sponsorship: Bronze, Silver and Gold starting from 2000+VAT.
Concert or Concert Series Sponsorship Sponsoring a concert or concert series can provide exclusive opportunities for your business to reach new customers, reward staff and entertain clients or guests. From one-off event sponsorship to sponsoring a concert series, we can offer a package and range of benefits to suit your organisation, increasing brand visibility and providing opportunities for corporate entertainment. A typical concert package includes: 20 complimentary tickets for your chosen concert Programmes for all your guests Exclusive use of one of our function rooms for corporate entertaining (catering costs are additional and can be tailored to your requirements) Dedicated Events Team to help plan your event Logo and credit on our brochure Logo and credit on our website Logo on display within the Concert Hall Invitations to Corporate Partner Events with Chief Exec and Board Members
What s On Brochure Sponsorship Three times a year we print our What s On brochure. This lists our upcoming concerts and events for the season and is circulated to: 55,000 database contacts via email every month 10,000 hard copies delivered to Guildhall Members and local businesses in Portsmouth, Isle of Wight, Fareham, Southampton, Chichester and surrounding areas every season This is a simple but excellent way to increase brand awareness with the opportunity to sponsor for a season or the year. Not only will your branding be on the brochure but there is also an opportunity for you to include a voucher or special offer to attract new business. Ticket Sponsorship Corporate branding on all our printed tickets for a year gives you a unique opportunity to reach a captive audience. Other Sponsorship Opportunities There are also opportunities available to sponsor our Art Exhibitions, Comedy Shows and Live Lounge events. All give you the opportunity to engage with our customers, entertain clients and award staff. Get in contact with us to find out the full range available.
Learning & Participation Programmes Guildhall Participate, our Learning and Participation programme exists to create opportunities for everyone to get involved in music, heritage and the arts. Our main focus is to engage with people who do not currently come to our venue due to social, cultural, financial or physical reasons, particularly in the local areas around The Guildhall. The Learning & Participation Programme is made up of talks, workshops, events, festivals and training. Highlights that are available for sponsorship include: Get into Music A programme developed by Portsmouth Cultural Trust, in partnership with Creative and Cultural Skills and Creative Choices and supported by UK Music, aimed at providing young people with knowledge and experience in the technical and backstage music industry. Guildhall Music Academy Provides opportunities for children, especially from disadvantaged backgrounds, to engage with music and learn an instrument. The Academy compliments classical music provision provided at schools and concentrates on rock and pop, jazz and music from different cultures around the world in a relaxed environment.
Payroll Giving Payroll Giving is an easy way for your employees to make regular donations to charities directly from their salaries. Find out more at www.hmrc.gov.uk Why not consider matching your employees donations and sponsorship efforts for our cause. It s a simple yet motivational way of rewarding their efforts and building loyalty. For more information on becoming a Corporate Partner contact Lorraine Pink, Director of Fundraising & Campaigns tel. 023 93 870 181 or email lorraine.pink@portsmouthguildhall.org.uk
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