2019 Member Marketing & Sponsorship Opportunities
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BUILDING A VIBRANT COMMUNITY
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES GUIDE
Growing Jobs. Serving as a voice for Business. Fostering Business Success. The Chamber of Greater Springfield implements a number of programs and initiatives that support our mission of building a Vibrant Community through business success.
The opportunities in this guide provide a variety of platforms for advertising, branding, sponsorships and networking for your company positioning you as a leader the Greater Springfield Region.
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GREATER SPRINGFIELD YOUNG PROFESSIONALS The Greater Springfield YP Group aims to connect and develop the region’s young professionals by providing them access to education, networking and community service opportunities. The group encourages its members to build relationships with their peers as well as business and community leaders, all while developing the professional skills that open doors to career growth. There are currently 100+ members. VISION For young professionals to grow, develop, and establish themselves in the Greater Springfield region.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
January 17 - Evening Social (Quint Studer at Mother Stewarts’s Brewing Co) March 14 - Lunch & Learn TBD May 16 - Evening Social TBD July 25 - Lunch & Learn TBD September 19 - Evening Social TBD November 14 - Lunch & Learn TBD
MISSION To provide opportunities for young professionals to connect with peers, develop professional skills, build relationships, and succeed in their careers while enhancing the community’s quality of life. Who: Events:
Young Professionals under the age of 40 6/year - 3 Lunch & Learns, 3 Social Events
Presenting Sponsor (Package A) Company Logo on Website as Presenter Company Logo on all printed materials Company Logo on social media
$2,000
Corporate Sponsor $1,000 Up to (10) memberships Acknowledgement in print and digital materials (4000 impressions) Lunch Sponsor Acknowledgement in promotions and e-blasts 3-minute welcome message at event
$250
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FEDERAL LEGISLATORS LUNCHEON
Congressman Warren Davidson | May 30, 2019 | 11:45 AM | Courtyard by Marriott | Tickets $15 The national political landscape in Washington D.C. can seem like a distant distraction from life in Springfield but the policies coming out of the nation’s capital have a real effect on our local economy. As your advocate at the local, state and federal levels of government, we strive to provide an avenue for Chamber members to hear directly from Congressman and drill-down on issues affecting your business. Presenting Sponsor: (1 Available - Package A) $1,000 Company name on all printed and digital materials Company listed on reservation site, website, social media 5-minute introduction of program Lunch Sponsor: (2 Available - Package B) Company name on a printed and digital materials Company listed on website, social media Company cards and information on guest tables Anticipated Attendance 100-125
$500
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ANNUAL MEETING February 28, 2019 | 5:30 PM | Hollenbeck Bayley Center The business community event of the year is the annual meeting highlighting the successes of the Chamber, Economic Development, and Tourism. Celebrate the vision for the future and spend the evening enjoying a high-profile key note speaker. Join us as we recognize outstanding businesses and individuals for community and business achievements.
Ticket price: $75 single Reserved table of (10): $650
Estimated Attendance: 350 Business Leaders, Dignitaries, and Economic Development Investors Presenting Sponsor (1) SOLD $3,500 Top Billing Logo Recognition (on all promotional materials including print, digital and event signage) Reserved table of (10) Invitation to VIP Pre-event Booth space in lobby Speaker Sponsor (2) SOLD $2,500 ea. Logo Recognition (on all promotional materials, including print and signage) 6 Complimentary Tickets Invitation to Pre-event VIP Reception with Keynote Speaker Dinner Sponsor (2 - Package A) 1,500 ea. Logo recognition in printed program, video screen, e-blasts 4 Complimentary Tickets Invitation to VIP Pre-event
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BUSINESS EXPO APRIL 10, 2019 | 11:00 AM | Clark State PAC Promote your business during a full day of business opportunities during a variety of events all in one day – all in one place with maximum impact and client attraction. Public is free to attend all events at no cost except evening networking. his is an opportunity to showcase your business to companies and consumers in the area, make valuable business contacts, take care of your hiring needs, learn something new and enjoy networking.
Combined Agenda:
The Business Expo
11:00 AM to 5:30PM
PAC Grand Hall
IDEATION Speaker Series
1:00 PM to 1:30 PM
Kuss Auditorium
IDEATION Speaker Series
2:30 PM to 3:00 PM
Kuss Auditorium
IDEATION Speaker Series
4:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Kuss Auditorum
Business Networking & Cocktail Party
5:30 PM
PAC Grand Hall
Business Expo: Single Partner Booth (32 avaialble)
$500
Double Premier Booth (5 avaialble) $1,000 Presenting Sponsor (1) SOLD $3,500 Top billing on all print and digital information before, during and after the event Top billing on all pubic advertising Double booth at Expo Recognition on monitors, signage & stage announcements Speaker Sponsors (3 Available - Package A) 1 SOLD Secondary billing on all print and digital information before, during and after the event. Secondary billing on all public Advertising Introduce your speaker from the Kuss Auditorium Stage Logo on stage displays
$1,500 ea.
Business Networking Event Sponsors (1 Available - Package A) Recognition on all print and digital invitations Recognition on monitors Recognition during networking event – 3-minute welcome
$1,500
EXPO Tote Bag bag sponsors (4 Available - Package B)
$500
Logo on tote bag Recognition on monitor and announcements Passport Sponsor (1 Available - Package B $500 Recognition on passport
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ECONOMIC + WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT UPDATE MAY 22nd | 11:30 AM TO 1:00 PM | Hollenbeck Bayley Center | Tickets: Join us as Horton Hobbs IV, Vice President of Economic Development, provides insight into Clark County’s local economy, recent job growth, and workforce initiatives that are drawing the attention of state and national audiences. Horton’s energetic style and thoughtful insights will shed light on the community’s opportunities to continue its positive momentum. Sponsors will have the opportunity to submit topics in advance for inclusion in Horton’s presentation. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: Presenting Sponsor: (1 Available - Package A) $2000 Top billing before, during and after the event 5-minute introduction on stage VIP Seating Recognition on screen and printed programs Lunch Sponsor: (1 Available - Package B) $1000 Secondary billing before, during and after the event VIP Seating Recognition on screen and printed programs
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THE CHAMBER Of Greater Springfield
LEGISLATIVE PACKAGE
Presenting sponsor for all events & promotions listed below $1,500 (1 Available - Package A) Secondary sponsor for all events & promotions listed below $1,000 (1 Available - SOLD)
New Eventl Legislative Reception:
5:30 to 7:30 PM Springfield Country Club
September (TBD) - Tickets $10 Anticipated attendance: 100 people Join chamber members and guests for food and beverage and informal discussion with your legislators on the local, state and national levels while providing a forum for old fashioned fellowship and open discussion with the elected officials who represent you and your business.
2-Coffee With Our State Legislators:
8 AM at the Chamber of Commerce Atrium
April 18th, 2019 - Coffee with State Representative Kyle Koehler October 10th, 2019 - Coffee with State Senator Bob Hackett Anticipated attendance at each event: 50-80 people Be informed by a short legislative update. Informal discussions with your legislators and networking with fellow chamber members. Enjoy coffee and breakfast foods.
Roundtable with Federal Legislators:
Sponsor One Session - (2) available
Date:June 27 Anticipated attendance: 50 - 60 people We are inviting our federal legislators to join business representatives for a roundtable discussion on legisla tion affecting his or her business.
Candidate College:
$250 sponsorship for each session (3 sessions) Package C
Dates: July 17-24-31 Attendance 12 potential candidates for local office 15 speakers This program was recognized by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce as the state's best advocacy program for 2018. Candidate College is a unique opportunity for local, civic-minded individuals who are considering running for local office. This program will assist participants in determining whether to "throw their hat in the ring". 20 S Limestone Street I Suite 100 I Springfield, Ohio 455021937-325-7621 I GreaterSpringfield.com
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“THE MOST IMPORTANT SHOT IN GOLF IS THE NEXT ONE.” -BEN HOGAN
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P. DENNIS SHEEHAN MEMORIAL CHAMBER INVITATIONAL August 19, 2019 | 12:00 PM Shotgun Start | Reid Park Golf Course Presenting Sponsor
SOLD
(1 Available) Logo and name on every marketing piece before, during and after the outing Featured on our web site, reservation site, golf program, event and other banners. 3-minute comments at the golf outing program 2 foursomes
Player Gift Sponsor:
$2,000
(1 Available - Package A) Logo and name on every marketing piece before and during the golf outing Featured on our web site, reservation site, golf program and banner at prize tent. Recognition during golf program. 1 foursome
Prize Sponsor:
$1,000
(1 Available - Package A) Recognition in golf program and all printed materials Recognition during program Hole sponsor
Lunch Sponsor:
SOLD
Recognition on printed program Eagle Sponsorship
Dinner Sponsor:
SOLD
Recognition on all printed and digital marketing, golf program, during program. Hole sponsor Recognition on banner
Beverage Sponsor:
SOLD
Recognition in all printed and digital marketing Recognition in printed program and during program Hole sponsor
Hole Sponsor:
$250
Eagle Sponsor
$1,250
Cart Sponsor
$1,000
Cocktail Party Sponsor
$1,500
(Unlimited) Sign on course Featured in printed program On course table display
(8 Available - Package A) Recognition in printed program Hole sponsor Logo on event banner Foursome
(1 Available - Package B) Name on every cart – company info in every cart Recognition at outing kick off Recognition in printed program
(1 Available - Package A) Banner at cocktail party area Table tents on each table and bar area 3-minute welcome during cocktail – 45-minute program Recognition in printed program
Photo Booth Sponsor
$500 (1 Available - Package C) Offers players / foursomes a photo commemorating the outing Provide the photo set up and picturing taking (perfect for photographers seeking new contacts. Receive full list of players with addresses
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C-LEVEL MEET-UP
2 Sessions - May 23rd, August 14th | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM Springfield Country Club A CEO’s Secret Weapon: Other CEOs. Make Better Decisions with Advice from Execs. Gain New Perspectives for Your Business from Trusted CEO Peers. Three informal sessions will be held at Springfield Country Club from 5:30 to 7:00 PM. Cash Bar & Light Refreshments Attendance Limited to C-Level Executives Host Company $500 per session 5-minute Welcome to the Group
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BEST OF SPRINGFIELD EVENT
October 24th | 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM | Clark State HBC This high energy and fun event is held each October, following 5 months of competition and open community voting. Food, beverage, entertainment and dancing are all part of the evening.
Sponsor voting site (2 Available) SOLD Company name , logo and info on voting site and printed materials before, during and after event. Table of 8
Entertainment sponsor (1 Available - Package B Company name on all promotions before, during and after the event
$1,000
Recognition from the stage – introduce the entertainers
¼ page ad in Best of Springfield Recognition during event Presenting Sponsor (1 Available - Package A) $3,500 Company name , logo, info on all print and digital promotion before, during and after the event.
Food Sponsor (3 Available - Package C) $1,000 Company name on all print a digital promotions before, during and after event Recognition on printed program, table signage and from the stage
5 minute welcome commentary Recognition during program 4 free tickets Bar sponsor (1 Available - Package B) $1,500 Company Name on all print and digital promotions before, during and after the event Face time with guests – be our celebrity bar tenders Recognition from the Stage 2 free tickets
Winner Plaques (2 Available - Package B) (Second & Third Place)
Company name on all printed and digital promotions before, during and after the event Company name and logo on all first-place plaques (35 categories or 70 second/third place plaques – smaller version) Recognition from the stage -assist in presentation
$2,000
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SMALL BUSINESS ROUNDTABLES & EVENTS June 15, August 7, November 6 | 8:00 AM | Chamber Office The small business roundtable is an opportunity to learn from other small business owners in an informal, group discussion. Each roundtable session will be facilitated by an experienced small business owner. Discussion topics will be decided upon by the attendees; topics may include cash flow, time management, staffing issues or profitability, media, marketing and social media. One session will host state legislators. Sponsorship Opportunities: Session Sponsor: (4 available) Package C $500 5-minute welcome Company name on all promotional materials
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GENERAL SPONSORSHIPS Legislative and Regulatory Guide (1 Available) Published annually, distributed to 800 in print form, digital format for website Length of Sponsorship: one year Your company name and logo on 500 printed copies and on the Digital guide on the Chamber’s Website
$500
Member Highlight (6 Available) $500 Highlight your business on the chamber website Length of Sponsorship 60 days Your company’s information or video on the front page of the Chamber’s Website (30,000 impressions annually) Chamber Events Postcards (4 Available) $800 Length of sponsorship 3 months Chamber events calendar hard mailed to members in a postcard format. Your sponsorship extends to on-line events. RegionView Magazine (4 Available) $1,000 Length of Sponsorship 3 months Sponsor an issue of RegionView Magazine, the center section of Springfield Living Magazine. Includes company information in one full column- page 3. Reaches 3,000 mailed to business owners and CEO and distributed through 25 pick-up locations. Board Room Coffee Sponsor (1 Available) $500 Length of sponsorship 1 year Sponsors name on the legislative and Regulatory Guide Banner Ad on President’s Email (52 Available) Reaches 100+ community leaders and stakeholders per week
$100/week
CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP Membership is the primary funding mechanism for the Chamber and the lifeblood of the organization. The Chamber of Greater Springfield is our region’s only fully integrated organization that addresses economic development, corporate recruitment, workforce development, small business development, advocacy and workforce development. Our members enjoy the benefits of investment in the Chamber and the opportunity to directly impact the business climate in Greater Springfield. Bronze Membership: Basic Level Investment $350 Value $1,380 25 employees or less The basic membership package allows your business to take advantage of valuable money-saving benefit programs, access free advertising, networking and relationship building. Silver Membership: Level II Investment $650 Value $2,580 50 employees or less The silver level prvodes a sensible and affordable membership perfect for many companies. In addition to the bronze level benefits, this investmn level receives additional marketing tools and discounted ticket pricing. Gold Membership: Level II Investment $1,300 Value $3,810 100 employees or less The gold level is ideal for proactive business executives looking for high level contacts and to begin positioning their organization as a leader in the community. Platinum Level: Level III Investment $2,500 Value $6,150 200 employees or less The Platinum Level is excellent for leaders and innovators invested in enhancing the business climate. The benefits included in this level are designed to give your company the exposure to leverage your business credibility. Diamond Level: Level IV Investment $5,000 Value $9,917 No employee restriction As a member of the Diamond Level, you are assured that your company is at the table during exclusive events and meetings support the mission of improving the economy and quality of life n Greater Springfield. Leaders, innovators and big dreamers welcome here! Leadership Circle: Speak to our membership staff regarding this premier, community investor level.