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SPONSOR GUIDE
GROWING A GREATER GREENVILLE
Growing a Greater Greenville The Chamber’s vision is a globally competitive Upstate economy where businesses succeed and people prosper. Our 2022 programming has been intentionally designed with this in mind. Sponsoring a Chamber program or event puts your company in front of your peers and potential customers, all while supporting this critically important work. Let us help connect you to the right audience. This icon denotes that event registration is included in your Chamber investment. This catalog includes discounted Investor pricing. Noninvestor rates are available upon request. Please note: programming subject to change based on market and community health conditions at time of event.
2022 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ADVOCACY
Advocacy Committees...................................................................................................................... 4 Annual Legislative Breakfast............................................................................................................. 5 Public Policy Guide........................................................................................................................... 5 Upstate Political Leadership Institute / Advocacy 101..................................................................... 6 Candidate Forums............................................................................................................................. 6 Upstate Chamber Coalition National Issues Forum.......................................................................... 7 Women in Advocacy.......................................................................................................................... 8
BUSINESS GROWTH
Business After Hours.........................................................................................................................9 133rd Annual Meeting...................................................................................................................... 10 Coffee and Connections...................................................................................................................11 Community Matters Webinar............................................................................................................ 11 Executive Assistants Roundtable...................................................................................................... 11 Ladies Classic.................................................................................................................................... 12 Golf Tournament............................................................................................................................... 14 Investor Appreciation Reception...................................................................................................... 16 Small Business of the Month............................................................................................................. 16
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit................................................................................................. 17 Minority Business Accelerator Graduation & Celebration................................................................ 18
ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS
Manufacturing Reception.................................................................................................................. 19 Human Resources Law Update......................................................................................................... 20 Intracommunity Leadership Visit Champions.................................................................................... 21 Upstate Safety Conference............................................................................................................... 22
LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT
Catalyst Greenville............................................................................................................................ 23 Ignite Corporate Leadership Days....................................................................................................23 Leadership Greenville....................................................................................................................... 24 Opportunity Greenville..................................................................................................................... 25 PropelGVL......................................................................................................................................... 25 Young Professionals.......................................................................................................................... 26
CHAMBER PARTNERS
Partnership Opportunities................................................................................................................. 28
ADVOCACY Advocacy Committees Various Dates/Times Greenville Chamber
There are four Advocacy committees. Your sponsorship helps bring in speakers, pay for breakfast, and gives you a few minutes to address the committee. • The Business Advocacy Committee convenes business leaders with city, state, and federal officials to create a competitive climate for the continued growth and success of Greenville’s employers. Meets monthly (ex. July and December) • The Energy & Environmental Compliance Committee convenes Upstate businesses with local, state, and federal environmental regulators to create policies that protect the environment while not placing an undue burden on the successful operation of Upstate businesses. Meets six times a year • The Growth & Infrastructure Committee seeks solutions to ensure Greenville’s growth serves the needs of a growing business community while protecting our region’s award-wining quality of life. Meets six times a year • The Healthcare & Community Wellness committee convenes leaders in the business, healthcare, and political communities to seek policy solutions for healthcare and community health challenges. Meets quarterly Projected Attendance: 20-50 Audience: Community and business leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Business Advocacy | Annual Sponsorship for 10 Meetings | $1,500 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • Opportunity to welcome attendees for 3-5 minutes and distribute materials Environmental, Healthcare or Infrastructure Committee | Annual Sponsorship for 5 Meetings of Chosen Committee | $1,000 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • Opportunity to welcome attendees for 3-5 minutes and distribute materials
December 9 | Location TBD
The Greenville Chamber’s Annual Legislative Breakfast is one of Greenville’s most anticipated political events each year. More than 200 Chamber Investors will lobby the Delegation on the 2023 Legislative Agenda, and members of the Delegation will give the straight scoop on what’s going on in Columbia. You’ll want to be part of this direction-setting event! Projected Attendance: 200 Audience: Business and political leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $3,500 • Logo recognition on event promotions • Opportunity to welcome attendees for 2-3 minutes • 7 attendees with reserved, priority seating with legislators of choice • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year Gold Sponsor | $2,500 • Logo recognition on event promotions • 4 attendees with reserved seating with legislator • Sponsorship mentioned in welcome or closing Silver Sponsor | $1,500 • Logo recognition on event promotions • 2 attendees • Sponsorship mentioned in welcome or closing
BUSINESS ADVOCACY
Annual Legislative Breakfast
Bronze Sponsor | $1,000 • Logo recognition on event promotions • 1 attendee Registration: $50 Investors/Members $75 All Others
Public Policy Guide Published in December
First published in 2016, this guide is the go-to Policy Manual for Greenville business. This magazinestyle guide outlines the Chamber’s local, state and federal policy agendas, gives information on how to contact local, state and federal officials and provides advice on how to engage and advocate on behalf of the Chamber or your own issues. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS • Back Cover | $2,000 • Inside Center Spread | $2,000 • Inside Front Cover | $1,500 • Full Page | $1,000 • Half Page | $600
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ADVOCACY Upstate Political Leadership Institute/ Advocacy 101 UPLI March | Advocacy 101 Fall
The purpose of the Institute is to educate business leaders on the basics of running for office. The course gives an overview on running a campaign and what makes a viable candidate. For Advocacy 101, the region’s best political minds share their knowledge about building political capital, developing an advocacy strategy, building coalitions and engaging public officials. Projected Attendance: Max 30 Audience: Community and business leaders interested in running for public office Presenting Sponsor | $1,500 • 2 attendees to each • Logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes during opening or closing • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year Gold Sponsor | $500 • 1 attendee to each • Logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Sponsorship mentioned at event Sustaining Sponsor | $250 • 1 attendee to each • Name recognition in event materials and promotions • Sponsorship mentioned at event *If interested in sponsoring only 1 of the 2 events, contact Jason Zacher. Registration: $100 Investors/Members $150 All Others
Candidate Forums
Spring & Fall / Time / Location TBD These forums debuted in 2016 and were attended by more than 200 people. Thousands of other Upstate residents have watched live streams. In 2022, all of the state Senate and House seats, as well as half of the Greenville County Council will be up for re-election. Projected Attendance: 50-100 Audience: Public SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $1,000 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • Opportunity to distribute materials • Reserved, priority seating • 4 attendees to pre- or post-event reception for candidates • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year Gold Sponsor | $500 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • 2 attendees to pre- or post-event reception for candidates Silver Sponsor | $250 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials
Date TBD | Washington, D.C.
The Upstate Chamber Coalition’s biennial trip to Washington, D.C. is an opportunity for Upstate business leaders to meet with their Federal delegation and advocate for issues that are important to business. Participants will visit Capitol Hill, meet with their representatives, hear from policy experts, and will even get to enjoy some of the exciting sites D.C. has to offer. Projected Attendance:40 Audience: Business leaders, state and national political leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $5,000 • Logo recognition on event promotions, materials and signage • Opportunity to welcome attendees at event of their choosing • 3 attendees • Media engagement, pre- and post-visit Reception Sponsor | $2,500 • Opportunity to speak at a reception • May bring non-trip guests to reception Presidential Sponsor | $2,500 • Logo recognition in event promotions, session materials and signage • 2 attendees
BUSINESS ADVOCACY
Upstate Chamber Coalition National Issues Forum
App Sponsor | $1,500 • Logo recognition on event promotions, materials, signage and trip app Senate Sponsor | $1,500 • Name recognition on materials and signage Breakfast Sponsor | $1,000 • Name recognition on materials and signage • Opportunity to speak at Friday Breakfast House Sponsor | $500 • Name recognition on event materials and signage Registration: $750 Investors/Members $1,200 All Others
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ADVOCACY Women in Advocacy
February, May, August, October | Time, Location TBD The Women In Advocacy Program is designed to connect women in all sectors of the advocacy community – from those who are in the trenches to those who want to be better informed to help their business and community. These events bring our members up close and personal with elected officials, government affairs professionals, lobbyists and more. Projected Attendance: 50-75 Audience: Community and business leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | Entire Series | $3,000 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • Opportunity to speak at each lunch for 2-3 minutes • Opportunity to distribute materials on tables • 6 attendees to each event with reserved, priority seating • Access to pre- or post-event private meetings with officials (when applicable) Gold Sponsor | Entire Series | $1,500 • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • Opportunity to distribute materials on tables • 4 attendees to event • Access for 2 people to pre- or post-event private meetings with officials (when applicable) Lunch Sponsor | $1,000 per event • 2 attendees to event • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials Registration: $30 per session $100 for all 4 in advance
Business After Hours
BUSINESS GROWTH
January 6, March 3, June 2, October 6 | 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm | Location TBD
Business After Hours is one of the Chamber’s premier networking events. Investors utilize this opportunity to discuss and share ideas in a relaxed, social atmosphere while learning about other Investor businesses. Projected Attendance: 50-75 Audience: All Chamber Investors SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Annual Presenting Sponsor | $2,500 Limited Availability, Category Exclusivity • Logo recognition on all digital and printed event promotions and social media • Logo recognition on event signage • Opportunity to serve as a Table Exhibitor at each event to distribute materials and sell products • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at each event (where audio is available) • 8 attendees at each event • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year Gold Sponsor | $1,500 • Logo recognition on all digital event promotions and social media • Logo recognition on event signage • Opportunity to serve as a Table Exhibitor at two of the four events to distribute materials and sell products • Company name recognition from podium at events • 4 attendees at each event
Silver Sponsor | $1,000 • Name recognition on event page of Chamber website and on social media • Name recognition on event signage • Opportunity to serve as a Table Exhibitor at one of the four events to distribute information and sell products* • 2 attendees at each event Exhibitor Sponsor | $250 • Opportunity to serve as Table Exhibitor to distribute information and sell products • 2 attendees at chosen event
BUSINESS GROWTH
BUSINESS GROWTH
Registration: $10 Investors/Members $25 All Others
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BUSINESS GROWTH 133rd Annual Meeting April 27 | Fluor Field
The Greenville Chamber Annual Meeting is the largest business meeting in South Carolina, joining together around 1,000 South Carolina business and community leaders from throughout the Upstate. The event highlights the Chamber’s dynamic leadership and vision for the year ahead, as well as recognizes business and community leaders who are working diligently to help move the Upstate forward. Projected Attendance: 1,000 Audience: Chamber Investors SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Presenting Sponsor | $20,000 • Top billing on all event signage • Company logo displayed prominently on invitation, program and event promotions • Inside front cover ad in event program • Special company feature at event • Company representative to make welcome remarks from the podium at the event • 20 attendees with reserved, special seating and bar service • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year • Opportunity for vendor table display during reception
Award Sponsor | $5,000 • Company name listed on event signage • Company name listed on invitation, program and event promotions • Company representative to be recognized from the podium to present award on stage • 10 attendees with reserved, priority seating • Sponsorship Add-On Opportunity – Half page, full color ad in event program for $500 Emerald Sponsor | $4,500 • Company name listed on event signage • Company name listed on invitation, program and event promotions • 8 attendees with reserved, priority seating • Sponsorship Add-On Opportunity – Quarter page, full color ad in event program for $500
Diamond Sponsor | $12,000 • Company name listed on all event signage • Company logo listed prominently on invitation, program and event promotions • Inside back cover ad in event program • Special company feature at event • Company representative to make remarks from the podium at Gold Sponsor | $2,500 the event • Company name listed on select signage • 20 attendees with reserved, special seating and bar service • Company name listed on invitation, program and event • Opportunity for vendor table display during reception promotions • 8 attendees with reserved, priority seating Platinum Sponsor | $7,500 • Sponsorship Add-On Opportunity – Quarter page, full color • Company name listed on all event signage ad in event program for $500 • Company name listed on invitation, program and event promotions Silver Sponsor | $2,000 • Special company feature at event • Company name listed on select signage • 10 attendees with reserved, special seating and bar service • Company name listed on invitation, program and event • Sponsorship Add-On Opportunity – Half page, full color ad in promotions event program for $500 • 6 attendees • Opportunity for vendor table display during reception • Sponsorship Add-On Opportunity – Quarter page, full color ad in event program for $500 Reception Sponsor | $5,000 • Company name listed on event signage Small Business Sponsor | $750 • Company name listed on invitation, program and event • 2 attendees to event promotions • Priority seating behind Silver Sponsors • Special signage within the Reception with company name • Included on Small Business signage and logo • Logo on special Small Business page in program • Company display table in the Reception • 10 attendees with reserved, priority seating Registration: $95 Investors/Members 8 • Sponsorship Add-On Opportunity – Half page, full color ad $150 All Others in event program for $500
February 16, April 20, July 20, September 21, November 16 8:30 am to 9:30 am | Location TBD Meet fellow Investors and learn how to maximize your networking opportunities with this structured event. Projected Attendance: 50-75 Audience: All Chamber Investors SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $2,500 ALL • Logo recognition in all event materials • Opportunity to welcome attendees (3-5 mins) • Opportunity to display company signage/ distribute materials at event • Receive a list of attendees • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year Exhibitor Sponsor | $250 • Opportunity to serve as Table Exhibitor to distribute information and sell products • 2 attendees at chosen event
Community Matters Webinar
Executive Assistants Roundtable
February, May, August, November Time/Location TBD This event series is designed specifically for the top executive assistants of Chamber Investors. This program provides a platform for executive assistants to connect with their peers, share ideas and gain useful knowledge to apply at work. Projected Attendance: 30-40 Audience: Executive Assistants of top tier Chamber Investors (Accelerate Investors, Board of Directors and Trustee Investors) SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $1,000, $3,500 for all events • Logo recognition in all event promotions • Opportunity to speak for 5 minutes at chosen event • Opportunity to distribute materials at chosen event • 2 attendees
BUSINESS GROWTH
Coffee and Connections
Quarterly | Tuesdays at 10:00 am The Community Matters webinar series was created in March to help local business professionals navigate the changing landscape amidst Covid-19. The series continues today as a signature business-solutions provider, connecting viewers with helpful and relevant information each week. Projected Attendance: 50 Audience: Business Community SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $500 per session • Logo recognition in all event promotions • Opportunity to speak at chosen event • Provided list of attendees • Post-event recognition on episode recap collateral and recording
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BUSINESS GROWTH Ladies Classic
May 9 | All Day | 3’s Greenville Golf & Grill Calling all women of the Greenville Chamber! Join us for a day of fun and networking – on the links. Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or have never picked up a club, we invite you to come play and enjoy the sites, tastes and sounds of Greenville while socializing amongst our city’s most prominent businesswomen. Projected Attendance: 150 Audience: Female business and community leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $5,000 • Company representative to welcome guests prior to shotgun start • Promotional opportunity to provide branded player gifts • Recognition from podium at Par3 Party • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at tournament • Table display opportunity on course • Designated VIP Parking • Recognition in event materials and promotions • 6 Tickets to the Par3 Party • 6 Player Team in Tournament • Custom gift provided to each player Par3 Party Exclusive Sponsor | $3,250 • Recognition from podium at Par3 Party • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at Par3 Party • Table display opportunity on course • Designated VIP Parking • Recognition in event materials and promotions • 6 Tickets to the Par3 Party • 3 Player Team in Tournament • Custom gift provided to each player Refreshment Sponsor | $2,500 • Recognition from podium at Par3 Party • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at food and beverage stations • Table display opportunity on course • Designated VIP Parking • Recognition in event materials and promotions • 3 Tickets to the Par3 Party • 3 Player Team in Tournament • Custom gift provided to each player
Player Gift Sponsor* | $2,000 • Recognition from podium at Par3 Party • Signage with company logo displayed at Giveaway Table • Table display opportunity on course • Recognition in event materials and promotions • 3 Tickets to the Par3 Party • 3 Player Team in Tournament • Custom gift provided to each player *Opportunity for full or partial trade available Contest Sponsor | $2,000 • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at tournament • Table display opportunity on course • Recognition in event materials and promotions • 3 Tickets to the Par3 Party • 3 Player Team in Tournament • Custom gift provided to each player Red Tee Sponsor | $750 • Company name listed in event materials and promotions • Opportunity to interact with players on the course • Logo displayed on course • Signage with company name displayed at Par3 Party
BUSINESS GROWTH
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Green Sponsor | $300/$200* • Logo displayed on green signage • Signage with company named displayed at Par3 Party *$300 - nonplaying sponsorship. $200 - when combined with playing sponsorship Team of Three | $500 • 3 Player Team in Tournament • 3 Tickets to the Par3 Party • Custom gift provided to each player Individual Player | $175 • 1 Player Spot in Tournament • 1 Ticket to the Par3 Party • Custom gift provided to player
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BUSINESS GROWTH Golf Tournament
September 26 | All Day | Greenville Country Club The Golf Tournament is one of the Chamber’s most highly anticipated annual events. Players and sponsors participate in a captain’s choice golf tournament with special amenities that include custom player gifts, lunch at comfort stations and hole-in-one contests. Post-round, all participants are invited to the 19th Hole reception featuring open bar, casual fare, raffle prizes and networking. Projected Attendance: 300 Audience: Business and community leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $7,500 • Two foursomes in the golf tournament at course(s) of choice* • Company representative welcome guests at each course prior to shotgun • Promotional opportunity to provide branded gifts in player bags • Recognition from podium at 19th Hole • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at registration and 19th Hole • Table display opportunity at registration/19th Hole • Prominent logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player 19th Hole | $3,500 • One foursome at course of choice* • Promotional opportunity to provide branded gifts at 19th Hole • Recognition from podium at 19th Hole • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at registration and 19th Hole • Table display opportunity at registration/19th Hole • Prominent logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player Giveaway Sponsor | $3,000 • One foursome at course of choice* • Promotional opportunity to provide branded gifts in player bags • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at registration and 19th Hole • Table display opportunity at registration/19th Hole • Prominent logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player Lunch Sponsor | $2,500 • One foursome at course of choice* • Signage with company logo prominently displayed at Comfort Stations • Table display opportunity at Comfort Stations • Prominent logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player
Player Cart Sponsor | $2,500 • One foursome at course of choice* • Promotional opportunity to provide branded gifts in player carts • Signage with company logo prominently displayed in player carts • Table display opportunity at registration/19th Hole • Prominent logo recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player Beverage Cart Sponsor | $1,500 • Company name listed in event materials and promotions • Opportunity to have company representative ride on Beverage Cart • Two complimentary attendees to the 19th Hole Reception • Logo prominently displayed on Beverage Cart • Signage with company name displayed at tournament and 19th Hole Par 3 Sponsor | $900 • Company name listed in event materials and promotions • Opportunity to have company representative at table on Par 3 hole • Two complimentary attendees to the 19th Hole Reception • Logo displayed on course with tee/green sign • Signage with company name displayed at tournament and 19th Hole
BUSINESS GROWTH
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Tee/Green Sponsor | $300/$200** • Logo displayed on course with tee/green sign • Signage with company name displayed at tournament and 19th Hole **$300 – non-playing sponsorship. $200 – when combined with playing sponsorship. Foursome | $1,750 • One foursome at course of choice* • Company name recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player Individual Player | $450 • One foursome at course of choice* • Company name recognition in event materials and promotions • Players invited to 19th Hole Reception • Custom gifts provided to each player *Based on availability
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BUSINESS GROWTH Investor Appreciation Reception/Chamber 101
February 17, May 12, October 25, November 3 | 4:15-6:30pm | Location TBD Investors are invited to an intimate, private networking reception with fellow Investors, Chamber staff and Board. This is a great chance to learn more about the full benefits and impact of Chamber investment, as well as make great connections. These reception events are preceded by a Chamber 101 orientation session to guide the Chamber’s newest Investors through the engagement process. Projected Attendance: 50 Audience: All Chamber Investors Annual Sponsor | $5,000 Entire Series • Prominent logo recognition on all event promotions, materials and event signage • 5 attendees at each event • Exhibitor table • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at reception • Copy of attendee business cards • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year Gold Sponsor | $2,500 Entire Series or $750 Per Event • Name recogntion on all event promotions, materials and signage • 2 attendees at each event • Exhibitor table • Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year • Copy of attendee business cards In-Kind Host Sponsor | $2,500 Entire Series or $750 Per Event • Logo recogntion on all event promotions, materials and signage • Copy of attendee business cards • Provide food, beverage & venue • Individual and annual sponsorships available
Small Business of the Month Monthly (except January and December)
The Greenville Chamber recognizes an extraordinary small business each month. The Small Business of the Month is chosen by a selection committee from nominations provided by Greenville Chamber Investors. The Chamber’s annual Small Business of the Year is selected from the year’s Small Businesses of the Month. Annual Sponsor | $3,500 • Opportunity for company representative to present the award • Sponsorship recognition and photo in the Small Business of the Month promotions • Logo recognition on award
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Summit October 20 | 9:00 am to 5:00 pm | Virtual
Viewing diversity and inclusion as a leadership function is vital for professional and personal development. Enrich your life and your business at the 5th Annual DEI Summit by taking advantage of this opportunity to hone your skills as a leader who effectively leverages strategic diversity and intentional inclusion. This event qualifies for SHRM credits. Projected Attendance: 700+ Audience: Diverse business professionals and community leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $15,000 | Exclusive - [SOLD] • Logo recognition on all digital event promotions (including promo video) and social media • Logo recognition on all digital signage and program, invitation, event app and virtual platform • Opportunity for company representative to participate in program • 50 registrations for the virtual event Diamond Sponsor | $7,500 • Logo recognition on digital event promotions and social media • Logo recognition on digital program, invitation, event app and virtual platform • Opportunity for company representative to participate in program • 30 registrations for the virtual event Gold Sponsor | $5,000 • Logo recognition on digital event promotions and social media • Logo recognition on digital program, invitation, event app and virtual platform • 20 registrations for the virtual event Silver Sponsor | $3,000 • Logo recognition on digital event promotions and social media • Logo recognition on digital program, invitation, event app and virtual platform • 10 registrations for the virtual event Bronze Sponsor | $1,000 • Name recognition on digital event promotions and social media • Name recognition on digital program, invitation, event app and virtual platform • 5 registrations for the virtual event
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Registration: $250 Investors/Members $275 All Others
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION Minority Business Accelerator Graduation & Entrepreneurship Excellence Celebration December | Time/Location TBD
We leverage this Graduation as a time to provide Minority Business Accelerator participants special recognitions and acknowledgements, present all the participants with certificate of completion and celebrate a successful year. Projected Attendance: 20 Minority Business Enterprises, coaches and other volunteer leaders Audience: Minority Business Enterprises, coaches, and session leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVEL MBA Graduation Champion | $500
• Logo recognition on all event communications, promotions and materials • Logo recognition on all event signage • Opportunity to present the Entrepreneurship Excellence Award • Recognition from the podium during the program • 2 attendees to the event
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Manufacturing Reception
October | 5:30 pm-8:00 pm | Location TBD This annual event provides an opportunity for the community to thank manufacturers who continue to grow and invest in the Greenville region. This evening of networking, good food and drink also offers an opportunity to specifically thank those manufacturers who have supported LaunchGVL as well as who have opened their doors for student tours. Projected Attendance: 250 Audience: Manufacturing plant managers, business and community leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $6,500 • Logo recognition on all event materials • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes and assist with door prizes • Opportunity to display your company’s signage/ distribute materials at the event • 10 attendees with Presenting Sponsor nametags • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Gold Sponsor | $2,250 • Name recognition on all event materials and promotions • Sponsorship recognition from the podium at the event • Opportunity to display your company’s signage/ distribute materials at the event • 8 attendees with Gold Sponsor nametags • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Beverage Sponsor | $1,750 • Name recognition on event materials and promotions • Sponsorship recognition from the podium at the event • Opportunity to serve at the event • 6 attendees with Beverage Sponsor nametags • Receive a copy of attendee business cards
Silver Sponsor | $1,500 • Name recognition on event materials and promotions • Sponsorship recognition from the podium at the event • 6 attendees with Silver Sponsor nametags • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Bronze Sponsor | $750 • Name recognition on event materials and promotions • Sponsorship Recognition from the podium at the event • 4 attendees with Bronze Sponsor nametags Door Prize Sponsor | $250 • Name recognition on event materials and promotions • Sponsorship Recognition from the podium at the event • 2 attendees with Door Prize Sponsor nametags
ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS
ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS
Registration: $45 Investors/Members $100 All Others
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ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS Human Resources Law Update
March 11 | 8:00 am to 3:00 pm | In-Person with Virtual Option | Greenville Convention Center This annual event, now in its 27th year, provides a briefing on current human resources issues, the opportunity to meet other professionals in the area, and a chance to visit with suppliers of human resources related services. The update provides credits through both the Society of Human Resource Management and the HR Certification Institute. The exact number of credits for 2022 will be available in mid-fall 2021. For additional information, contact Hank Hyatt at hhyatt@greenvillechamber.org. Projected Attendance: 200 In-Person / 50 Virtual Audience: Human Resources professionals SPONSORSHIP LEVELS
Presenting Sponsor | $2,750 • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including HRLU website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 2 tables with linen (and on lunch tables) • Opportunity to welcome attendees with company spotlight for 2-3 minutes (including opportunity to use PowerPoint presentation) • 8 attendees (negotiable) with a discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Virtual Sponsor | $2,000 (Only 1 available) • Sole sponsor of the virtual event platform, including virtual sponsor booth and ability to connect with virtual attendees • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including HRLU website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 1 table with linen and on lunch tables • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • 3 attendees to event with discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Receive a copy of attendee business cards
Gold Sponsor - Break | $1,750 • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including HRLU website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 2 tables with linen and on lunch tables • 4 attendees to event with a discounted rate of $50 for additonal attendees • Opportunity to speak during morning break for 1-2 minutes • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Silver Sponsor - Exhibitor Plus | $1,250 • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including HRLU website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 1 table with linen and on lunch tables • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • 3 attendees to event with discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Bronze Sponsor - Exhibitor | $750 • Name recognition in all event promotions, including HRLU website and signage • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 1 table with linen • 2 attendees to event with discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Registration: TBD
Date TBD | Greenville Chamber
Every other year, the Chamber takes a group of business and community leaders to an aspirational metro to explore economic and community development practices that could play a role in Greenville’s future growth. Why not take some time to explore our own backyard? In 2021, the Chamber partnered with the Columbia and Charleston Chambers to explore common issues of importance to our metro areas. In 2022, we will do a deeper dive in the Greenville metro itself. Projected Attendance: 50 Audience: Business and Community Leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $2,500 (Limit 4) • Logo recognition on all event promotions and materials • Opportunity to welcome attendees for 3- 5 minutes and distribute materials • 3 complimentary attendees
ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS
Intracommunity Leadership Visit Champions
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ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS Upstate SC Safety Conference
May 13 | 8:00 am - 3:00 pm | Westin Poinsett Hotel This event held in partnership with Employers Network and the law firm of Williams Mullen will provide a briefing on current safety and related issues of interest to Health & Safety professionals from across the Upstate Region. In addition, attendees will have an opportunity to meet other professionals in the area and visit with suppliers of relevant services. It is anticipated that this conference will provide CLE and other credits. For additional information, contact Hank Hyatt at hhyatt@greenvillechamber.org. Projected Attendance: 150 Audience: HSE professionals from accross the Upstate SC region SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $2,950 • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including event website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 2 tables with linen (and on lunch tables) • Opportunity to welcome attendees with company spotlight for 2-3 minutes (including opportunity to use PowerPoint presentation) • 8 attendees (negotiable) with a discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • Invitation to pre-event reception on May 12 • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Gold Sponsor - Break | $1,750 • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including event website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 2 tables with linen and on lunch tables • 4 attendees to event with a discounted rate of $50 for additonal attendees • Opportunity to speak during morning break for 1-2 minutes • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • Invitation to pre-event reception on May 12 • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Silver Sponsor - Exhibitor Plus | $1,250 • Logo recognition in all event promotions, including event website, signage and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 1 table with linen and on lunch tables • Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch • 3 attendees to event with discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Invitation to pre-event reception on May 12 • Receive a copy of attendee business cards Bronze Sponsor - Exhibitor | $750 • Name recognition in all event promotions, including HRLU website and signage • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at the event on 1 table with linen • 2 attendees to event with discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees • Invitation to pre-event reception on May 12 • Receive a copy of attendee business cards
Catalyst Greenville
8-week cohort | Fall | Dates TBD Catalyst Greenville is a leadership development program which provides professionals the skills they need to become catalysts in their organizations and communities for transformation and change. This course is designed for individuals who are directly or indirectly responsible for leading and directing associates and seeking to enhance this skillset. Projected Attendance: 10-12 Audience: Business and community leaders, new managers SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $5,000 • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at each event • Opportunity to distribute materials at the event • 1 participant in the program • Right of first acceptance for following year’s Presenting Sponsorship Champion Sponsor | $1,000 • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Opportunity to speak for 1-2 minutes at the event • Opportunity to disstribute materials at event
Session Sponsor | $500 • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Recognition from the podium at each session • Opportunity to disstribute materials at event Bronze Sponsor | $250 • Name recognition in event promotions and materials Registration: $1,695
Ignite Greenville Corporate Leadership Days Quarterly | Various locations
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Patterned after community-awareness components of our successful Leadership and Opportunity Greenville programs, Ignite Corporate Leadership Days support organizations as they encourage employees to become more aware and involved in our community. The Chamber’s Leadership Development Director works closely with organizations to create personalized one-day experiences exclusive to the organization’s employees that align with the organization’s mission/vision and community involvement goals. Projected Attendance: 40 Audience: Your team SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Host Sponsor | $4,500 (includes 40 employees/clients; additional fees may apply for more than 40 attendees) • Potential topics include Greenville’s History, VisitGreenville SC highlights, law enforcement, education, economic development, healthcare, and community service opportunities • Cost includes light continental breakfast, gourmet box lunch and curriculum materials
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Leadership Greenville
September-May | Various locations The Chamber’s flagship leadership program is designed to help develop informed, committed and qualified leaders for Greenville County. By taking an intensive look into the issues affecting Greenville County, the 10-month program prepares and motivates participants to provide quality, dynamic leadership within the area. Projected Attendance: 45 Audience: Leadership Greenville participants, community leaders and Chamber volunteers SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | 2 Year Commitment $10,000 per year for one sponsor or $5,000 per sponsor per year if co-sponsored [SOLD] • Guaranteed place for 1 employee in Leadership Greenville Class • Right of first acceptance for following year’s Presenting Sponsorship • Logo recognition in event promotions • Logo recognition on all printed and digital program/class day materials • Opportunity to offer welcome address at class orientation, retreats, and graduation • Opportunity to have an additional representative attend opening and ending retreats to network with class members and Leadership Greenville Alumni • Opportunity to participate as an experiential visit site or speaker/panelist for one of the class day sessions • Opportunity to offer welcome address with company spotlight for 3 minutes at Graduation • Logo recognition on Graduation event materials and signage • 2 attendees at Graduation Graduation Sponsor | $1,000 or in-kind • Opportunity to speak at graduation for 1-2 minutes • Opportunity to network with community leaders • Logo recognition on printed materials and signage at graduation Class Day Sponsor | $850 per class session or in-kind • Opportunity to speak at sponsored class day for 1-2 minutes • Opportunity to network with community leaders • Logo recognition on agenda Registration: $4,000 Investors/Members $5,000 All Others
Opportunity Greenville is a 5-week program held to guide participants through the inner workings of Greenville. Participants learn about our economy, government, culture and history from local leaders and decision makers. This is a great way to learn how to get involved in the community. Projected Attendance: 50+ Audience: Community leaders and newcomers SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $1,000 • 1 program participant • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at one session • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes during one session and co-facilitate a session • Ability to provide items to be given away as prizes during one session • Invitation to attend networking and graduation receptions Registration: $500 Investors/Members (3 or more employees, $450 each) $650 All Others
Propel GVL
Spring | Location & Format TBD Propel GVL is a 5 week board training and executive leadership program. Propel GVL exposes participants to integral elements of board membership and effective board and committee service. Upon program completion, program participants are guided to placements on nonprofit boards and committees by the Greenville Chamber and United Way staff. Projected Attendance: 30 Audience: Business and community leaders SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Presenting Sponsor | $2,500 • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at event • Opportunity to distribute materials at the event • 2 participants in program • Right of first acceptance for following year’s Presenting Sponsorship Gold Sponsor | $1,000 • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Opportunity to distribute materials at the event • One (1) participant in program
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Opportunity Greenville
Begins September 26 | Location TBD
Silver Sponsor | $500 • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Opportunity to distribute materials at the event Bronze Sponsor | $250 • Name recognition in promotions and event materials Registration: $500
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LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Young Professionals
Throughout 2022 | Various locations The Young Professionals initiative develops Greenville’s next generation of business and community leaders through inclusive and meaningful opportunities to connect, engage and inspire. YPs has over 500 members and is a great way for business owners and leaders to get engaged with a diverse group of young professionals. Projected Annual Membership: 500 Audience: Young professionals (ages 21-39) SPONSORSHIP LEVELS Title Sponsor | $10,000 | $8,500 for a 2 year commitment • Up to 25 YPs memberships • Opportunity to speak for 3-5 minutes at each event • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials • Exhibitor Table at events where applicable • Ad space in bimonthly newsletter • 1 employee in the Pacesetter program Leadership Series Sponsor | $5,000 Pacesetters Sponsor | $5,000 • 10 YPs memberships • Logo recognition in event promotions and materials for chosen program • Opportunity to speak for 3-5 minutes at chosen program • Exhibitor table at events where applicable • Ad space in the bi-monthly newsletter • 1 employee in the Pacesetter program Event Sponsor | $2,000 • Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at chosen event • Logo recognition in all event promotions and materials • Exhibitor table at events where applicable • Ad space in the bi-monthly newsletter leading to event Annual Young Professionals Membership: $125 Investors/Members *Discounts available for multi-series & a monthly payment option available
PARTNERSHIPS Business Advocacy Partner
$3,500
Designed for Investors who want a stronger voice for the region and want more exposure with our elected officials, these Partners receive: • • • • • • • • •
20% discount off all sponsorships* Inclusion on Partner signage 1 Seat on the Upstate Chamber Coalition (UCC) Advisory Board Sponsorship recognition at 30+ Greenville Chamber committee meetings Recognition in all UCC emails Recognition as a Business Advocacy partner on Chamber website Sponsorship recognition at all Greenville Chamber Advocacy and UCC events 2 complimentary tickets to all Greenville Chamber Advocacy and UCC events plus priority seating (when applicable, contact regarding National Issues Forum) Special access to exclusive receptions before or after events
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Partner
$5,000
Designed for Investors who wish to support the Chamber’s Diversity & Inclusion efforts to promote economic development through diversity and inclusion, these Partners receive: • • • • • • •
20% discount off all sponsorships* Logo recognition on Partner signage displayed at all major D&I events Recognition as a D&I Partner on Chamber website 2 complimentary admissions at all 2022 D&I events D&I Partner recognition at all Minority Business Accelerator sessions and events Complimentary D&I Consulting/Training up to 4 hours Opportunity to have a representative serve on the Minority Business Accelerator Advisory Council
Young Professionals Community Partner
$5,000
Designed for Investors who prefer high-impact exposure and engagement with our community’s young professionals, these Partners receive: • • • • • • •
20% discount off all sponsorships* 10 GCYP Memberships (amount can be negotiable) 1 Pacesetters participant Logo recognition in promotions and event materials Opportunity to speak at 1 mutually agreed upon event Ad space in the bi-monthly newsletter Exhibitor table at events (where applicable)
$3,500
Designed for Investors dedicated to ensuring the future economic success of our community, these Partners receive: • • • • • • • •
20% discount off all sponsorships* 20% discount on Intracommunity Leadership Visit (ILV) registration 2 complimentary registrations to all local ILV events Priority involvement in inbound Intercity Delegation Visits Inclusion on Partner signage Recognition as an Economic Competitiveness Partner on Chamber website 2 complimentary admissions at all Economic Competitiveness events Sponsorship recognition at Industry Roundtable meetings
Business Growth Partner
$3,500
Designed for Investors who want to be in front of business owners, these Partners receive: • 20% discount off all sponsorships* • Recognition as a Business Growth Partner on Chamber website and digital communications (when applicable) • Recognition and inclusion at Ribbon Cuttings Ceremonies (over 30 events a year) • Inclusion on Partner signage • Sponsorship recognition during Greenville Chamber Links Meetings (over 50 meetings a year) • 20% discount for Greenville Chamber Links membership • Complimentary table at Business Growth Series Events (Coffee & Connections and Business After Hours) • 2 complimentary admissions to Business Growth Series Events • Opportunity to serve on a Small Business Committee
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Economic Competitiveness Partner
*Please note: Some exclusions will apply.
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