Great Southwest Equestrian Center Great Southwest is dedicated to providing a world-class experience for
equestrians from all disciplines. Our staff is committed to the values of service, integrity, teamwork, pride and safety.
Through our sponsorship programs, we are committed to helping our
sponsors built a marketing and promotion package that best meets their needs. All sponsorship funds are dedicated to capital improvements at Great Southwest.
We also welcome opportunities to collaborate with community organizations and local non-profit organizations.
GSEC Sponsorship The Facility Great Southwest Equestrian Center is one of the largest horseshow facilities in Texas. Ongoing renovations and a commitment from
owners and staff, have made this the premier competition facility in the southwest. Equestrians from across Texas, the United States, Mexico, Canada, and beyond, travel to this wonderful facility that hosts such
prestigious events as the Pin Oak Charity Horse Show, the United States
Team Roping Championships, and the National Reining Breeders Classic.
The Demographics
In the past year, over 80,000 owners, riders, trainers, and spectators
have visited Great Southwest. The facility hosted over 60 equestrian
events in 2009. In 2010, we anticipate over 100,000 people will visit the facility as more equestrian and social events are being planned in the upgraded facilities.
Contact Information General Info: Sharon Rader
281-578-7669 srader@gswec.com
Marketing Director: Elise Beckstett 281-543-1910 ebeckstett@gswec.com
General Manager: Sean Brown 281-578-7669 sbrown@gswec.com
Equine Operations Manager: Pauline Cook 281-579-1272 cookie143@hughes.net
Great Southwest Equestrian Center 2501 South Mason Road, Katy, Texas 77450 Phone: 281-578-7669 Fax: 281-578-6651
w w w. G S W E C . c o m Great Southwest wishes to thank Connie Kelts, Photo Rodeo South and Pin Oak Charity Horse Show for their photo contributions.
Sponsorship Value The equestrian clientele has a very unique and attractive demographic: • Sixty-six percent have a college degree or higher, and the majority are professionals or in management. • Thirty-eight percent have a net worth over $500,000. • Eighty-four percent own their main residence and twenty-two percent own 2 or more homes. • Average market value of home is $594,000. • Average number of vehicles owned is three. • They own an average of four horses and compete at least six times per year. • Ninety-five percent have a credit card and sixty-three percent have traded stocks, bonds or mutual funds in the last year. • Eighty-three percent have traveled in the past three years and they average 30 nights per year in a hotel. (Source: USA Equestrian, www.usef.org)
The Benefits With sponsorship your company receives a range of benefits including intensive marketing and promotion at the facility and during events throughout the year. Sponsor’s packages range from $10,000 to $100,000. We work with our sponsors to tailor benefits to best suit your organization’s needs. In addition to sponsorship packages, various advertising and publicity options are available individually. Any of the listed benefits may be selected as a stand-alone option.
Publications and Printed Materials Quarterly Magazine The Great Southwest quarterly magazine, The Exhibitor, distributed at all facility events
Prize Lists Horse show prize lists mailed to over 15,000 individuals each year and posted on the website
Event Programs A program distributed to spectators and exhibitors at individual events Great Southwest Website Sponsors logos displayed on website with options for web links
On-Site Visibility Naming Rights Exclusive rights for high visibility venues Horse Show Events Title and presenting sponsors for Grand Prix’s, Hunter Derby’s and other key events
Hospitality Events Company hosting of hospitality events at the Center
Jumps Company name and logo built into unique jump placed in the arena
Vendor Space Designated, high-traffic areas for vendors
Signage/Electronic Scoreboard High visibility areas with quality presentation
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