2023 Sponsor Guide by Greenville Chamber

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2023 SPONSOR GUIDE G R O W I N G A G R E AT E R G R E E N V I L L E

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Growing a Greater Greenville

GREATER Impact The Greenville Chamber’s 2023 programming has been intentionally designed to help grow your business and your impact. In this guide you will find engagement opportunities at all levels to match your needs. Sponsoring a Chamber program or event puts your company in front of the Upstate business community, all while supporting the Chamber’s mission. TO SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP, CONTACT ABBY MCNEELY AMCNEELY@GREENVILLECHAMBER.ORG • 864-239-3707

PLEASE NOTE: This catalog includes discounted Investor pricing. Non-investor rates are available upon request. The 2023 program of work is subject to change.

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2023 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ADVOCATE Advocacy Committee s Table For Ten Annual Legislative Breakfast Advocacy 101 Economic Advocacy Series

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Catalyst Greenville 26 LaunchGVL Celebration 26 Leadership Greenville And Alumni 27 Opportunity Greenville 28 Propel GVL 28 Young Professionals 29 Young Professional Pacesetters 29

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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

CONNECT Business After Hours Small Business Growth Series 134th Annual Meeting Coffee And Connections Executive Assistants Roundtable Excellence In Entrepreneurship Awards Ladies Classic Golf Tournament Investor Celebrations Small Business Of The Month

INCLUDE Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Summit 17 Minority Business Accelerator And Alumni 18 Diversity Dialogues 19

Growing A Greater Greenville Podcast 31 Weekly Update Sponsorship 31 Public Policy Guide 31

PARTNERSHIPS Business Advocacy Partner Diversity & Economic Inclusion Partner Leadership Development Partner Economic Competitiveness Partner Business Growth Partner

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ACCELERATE Human Resources Law Update Intercommunity Leadership Visit Manufacturing Reception Upstate SC Safety Conference

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Date: Various dates and times Location: Greenville Chamber Projected Attendance: 20-50 Audience: Community and business leaders Description: There are three 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 BENEFITS

COMMITTEE SPONSORSHIP Annual Sponsorship for 10 Meetings | $1500

ALL THREE COMMITTEES SPONSORSHIP Annual Sponsorship for 10 Meetings | $3000

Recognition on all event promotions or materials

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TABLE FOR TEN

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Date: TBD Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 10 Audience: Business leaders Registration: $100 per event Description: Table for Ten is an exclusive dinner-time event meant to give members of the community one on one access with a high-level official or figure in the community. This time will be used to have off the record conversations and share perspectives and ideas. BENEFITS:

PRESENTING SPONSOR All four events | $2,500

HOST SPONSOR In-Kind

GOLD SPONSOR $500 per event

Recognition on all event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to introduce the guest at each dinner

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Opportunity to welcome attendees at each dinner for 2-3 minutes Attendee included at each event with priority seating

Access to pre-or post-event private meetings with official/speaker (when applicable)

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ANNUAL LEGISLATIVE BREAKFAST Date: December 8 Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 200 Audience: Business and political leaders Registration: $50 Investor, $75 All Others Description: 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! BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $3,500

GOLD SPONSOR $2,500

SILVER SPONSOR BRONZE SPONSOR $1,500 $1,000

Recognition on event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to welcome attendees for 2-3 minutes

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Included attendees with reserved, priority seating with legislators of choice

Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year

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POLITICS ON TAP Date: Monthly Location: Community Tap Projected Attendance: 25 Audience: Business and political leaders Registration: $25 Investors Description: Politics on Tap is an informal event that is meant to connect business leaders with political leaders and advocates from around the state. It is a monthly event where attendees have the chance to hear first-hand stories and ask questions of their own. BENEFITS:

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $1,200

SERIES SPONSOR | $500

Included ticket to each event

Opportunity for representative to address the group

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Opportunity for representative to welcome the speaker

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Recognition in all pre-event promotion and materials

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Date: Fall 2023 Location: TBD Projected Attendance: Max 30 Audience: Community and business leaders interested in running for public office Registration: $75 Investors, $125 All Others Description: In 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $1,500

GOLD SPONSOR $500

SUSTAINING SPONSOR $250

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Recognition in event materials and promotions

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes during opening or closing

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ECONOMIC ADVOCACY SERIES Date: February, May, August, October Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 50-75 Audience: Community and business leaders Registration: $30 per session, $100 for all 4 in advance Description: The Economic Advocacy Series is designed to connect members in all sectors of the advocacy and broader 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR All Four Events | $3,000

GOLD SPONSOR $1,500

TOPIC SPONSOR Two Events | $1,000

Recognition on all event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to speak at each event for 2-3 minutes

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Opportunity to distribute materials on tables

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Attendees to each event with reserved, priority seating

Access to pre- or post-event private meetings with officials (when applicable)

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Date: January, March, May, October Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 50-75 Audience: All Chamber Investors Description: 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 Investors businesses. BENEFITS

ANNUAL PRESENTING SPONSOR $2,500

Recognition on all digital and printed event Logo promotions and signage

GOLD SPONSOR $1,500

SILVER SPONSOR $1,000

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Opportunity to serve as a Table Exhibitor at each event to distribute materials and promote products

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at each event (where audio is available)

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Included attendees

EXHIBITOR SPONSOR $200

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Company name recognition from podium at events Receive List of Attendees

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SMALL BUSINESS GROWTH SERIES Date: Quarterly | Lunch Location: Greenville Chamber Projected Attendance: 20-25 Audience: Small Business Owners Description: The Small Business Growth Series aims to be a learning opportunity for small business owners. Hear the most up to date information and strategies from subject area experts on topics chosen by business owners. This informal event is quarterly and will meet at the Chamber. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $1,500

SESSION SPONSOR | $250

Recognition on all event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to introduce session speaker

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Opportunity to present at one breakout session (if appropriate, 4 available a year)

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Receive a copy of attendee list

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Guaranteed spots at each series event

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134TH ANNUAL MEETING Date: February 28 Location: Greenville Convention Center Projected Attendance: 700 Audience: Business and community leaders Description: The Greenville Chamber’s Annual Meeting is one of the largest business meetings in the state! Chamber Investors enjoy this opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders while hearing about the Chamber’s vision for the year ahead.

PRESENTING SPONSOR $20,000

DIAMOND SPONSOR $13,250

PLATINUM SPONSOR $7,500

AWARD SPONSOR $5,000

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SPONSOR $5,000

EMERALD SPONSOR $4,500

Company included in pre-event advertising

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Company included in invitation

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Company included in event Chamber promotions

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Company featured in post-event video promoted on Chamber website and social channels

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Company to make remarks from podium at event

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Company feature on screen pre or post-program

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Company included in printed program

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Ad included in printed program

Inside Front Cover

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GOLD SPONSOR $2,500

SILVER

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SMALL BUSINESS* $750

Logo on special Small Business page in printed program

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Logo on spcial Small Business signage

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Opportunity for vendor table display

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Included on all digital & printed signage throughout event

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Company visible on screen

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Company visible on printed welcome signage

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Reserved seating

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Date: February, April, July, September, November Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 50-75 Audience: All Chamber Investors Description: Meet fellow Investors and learn how to maximize your networking opportunities with this structured event. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $2,500

Recognition on all event materials and promotions

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Opportunity to welcome attendees (3-5 minutes)

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Opportunity to display company signage or distribute materials at event

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Opportunity to serve as a Table Exhibitor to distribute information and promote products

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Receive a list of attendees

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Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year

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Included number of attendees

EXHIBITOR SPONSOR $200

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS ROUNDTABLE Date: February, May, August, November Location: Virtual Projected Attendance: 30-40 Audience: Executive Assistants of top tier Chamber Investors (Accelerate Investors, Board of Directors and Trustee Investors) Description: 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. This is a virtual event with an in-person reception planned in November. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $1,000 per event; $3,000 for full series

Recognition in all event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to speak for 5 minutes at chosen event

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Opportunity to share materials at chosen event

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Included attendees

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EXCELLENCE IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP AWARDS Date: May Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 250 Description: The Excellence in Entrepreneurship Small Business Awards recognition program is a chance for the CommunityWorks and the Greenville Chamber to come together to recognize and celebrate all the entrepreneurs, micro and small businesses, that make our region unique and vibrant. Awards will be given to businesses pioneering innovative business solutions in our community. Categories will include: Young Entrepreneur of the Year, Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year, Woman-Owned Small Business of the Year, Entrepreneurial Success Award, Small Business Champion of the Year, and a people’s choice award called My Favorite Small Business. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $5,000

KEYNOTE ADDRESS SPONSOR $3,000

GOLD AWARD SPONSOR $2,500

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Inclusion in all pre-event and post-event publicity, and all onsite promotional efforts

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SILVER SPONSOR $1,000

BRONZE SPONSOR $750

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Inclusion in select pre-event and post-event publicity, and onsite promotional efforts Recognition on PowerPoint, signage, and in program at event

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Reserved seating in a prefered location during ceremony

CEO, or named company representative, to speak about their respective company

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CEO, or named company representative, to introduce the keynote speaker

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Company name and/or logo on chosen award

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CEO, or named company representative, to present the award (photo opp) during the event

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Name recognition on event page of the Chamber, and Community Works’ websites

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Date: May | All Day Location: 3’s Greenville Golf & Grill Projected Attendance: 150 Audience: Female business and community leaders Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $5,000

PAR 3 PARTY EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR $3,250

REFRESHMENT SPONSOR $2,500

PLAYER GIFT SPONSOR $2,000

Company representative welcome guests prior to shotgun

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Opportunity to provide branded gifts in player bags

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Recognition from podium at Par3 Party

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Signage with recognition prominently displayed at tournament

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Table display opportunity on course

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Recognition in event materials and promotions

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Included tickets to the Par3 Party

Custom gifts provided to each player

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Included players in tournament

Designated VIP Parking

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Signage with recognition prominently displayed at food and beverage stations Signage with recognition displayed at Giveaway table

CONTEST SPONSOR $3,000

RED TEE SPONSOR $750

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Recognition on course

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Signage with recognition displayed at Par3 Party

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TEAM OF INDIVIDUAL THREE PLAYER $500 $175

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Opportunity to interact with players on the course

Recognition displayed on green signage

GREEN SPONSOR $300/$200

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GOLF TOURNAMENT Date: September | All Day Location: Greenville Country Club Projected Attendance: 300 Audience: Business and community leaders Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $7,500

19TH HOLE $3,500

GIVEAWAY SPONSOR $3,000

LUNCH SPONSOR $2,500

PLAYER CART SPONSOR $2,500

Included Foursomes at course of choice*

Company representative welcome guests at each course prior to shotgun

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Opportunity to provide branded gifts in player bags

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Recognition from podium at 19th Hole

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Signage with recognition prominently displayed at registration and 19th Hole

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Table display opportunity at registration or 19th Hole

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Prominent recognition in event materials and promotions

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Players/Representatives invited to 19th Hole Reception

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Custom gifts provided to each player

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BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR $1,500

TEE/GREEN SPONSOR $300/$200**

FOURSOME $1,750

INDIVIDUAL PLAYER $400

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Signage with recognition prominently displayed at Comfort Stations

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Table display opportunity at Comfort Stations

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Opportunity to provide branded gifts in player carts

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Signage with company recognition displayed in player carts

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Opportunity have company representative ride on Beverage Cart

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Signage displayed on Beverage Cart

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Opportunity to have company representative at table on Par 3 hole Opportunity provide branded gifts at 19th Hole

PAR 3 SPONSOR $900

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Signage with recognition displayed at tournament and 19th Hole

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Recognition on course with tee/green sign

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Date: February, May, October, November | 5:30pm-6:30pm Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 50 Audience: All Chamber Investors Description: 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. BENEFITS:

ANNUAL SPONSOR $5,000 Full Series

GOLD SPONSOR $2,500 Entire Series or $750 per event

IN-KIND HOST SPONSOR or $500 Per Event

Recognition on all event promotions, materials and signage

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Included attendees at each event

Opportunity to have an exhibitor table

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Opportunity to speak 3-5 minutes

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Copy of attendee list

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Right of first acceptance to sponsor next year

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Provide food, beverages, and venue

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SMALL BUSINESS OF THE MONTH Date: Monthly (except January and December) Description: 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. BENEFITS

ANNUAL SPONSOR $3,500

Opportunity for company representative to present the award

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Sponsorship recognition and photo in the Small Business of the Month promotions

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Logo recognition on award

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Date: October | 9:00am to 5:00pm Location: Hybrid Projected Attendance: 500+ Audience: Diverse business professionals and community leaders Registration: $200 Investors, $250 All Others Description: Viewing diversity, equity and inclusion as a leadership function is vital for professional and personal development. Enrich your life and your business at the 6th 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR DIAMOND SPONSOR $15,000 (Category Exclusive) $7,500

GOLD AWARD SPONSOR $5,000 (Limited to 6)

SILVER SPONSOR $3,000

BRONZE SPONSOR $1,000

Recognition on all digital event promotions (including promo video) and social media

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Recognition on all digital signage and program, invitation, event app and virtual platform

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Opportunity for company representative to participate in program

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Included number of registrations

Opportunity to present award of choice

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Logo included on award of choice

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MINORITY BUSINESS ACCELERATOR Date: January- December Location: TBD Expected Cohort Size: 12-15 members Description: The Minority Business Accelerator (MBA) program was born from the Greenville Chamber’s Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiative to advance economic inclusion in 2012. In 2021, a generous grant from Bank of America expanded the MBA program statewide. This program is led by the Charleston, Columbia, and Greenville Chambers with individual programs held in each of the 3 markets. The Minority Business Accelerator supports and scales high-potential minority-owned firms by providing targeted training, access to business coaches, and access to large corporations. Participants leave the program with a three-year Strategic Growth Action Plan to guide their development. BENEFITS

MBA CHAMPION - 2 Year Commitment $7,500 per year for one sponsor or $3,000 per sponsor per year if co-sponsored

Recognition in event promotions

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Recognition on all printed and digital program/class day materials

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Opportunity to offer welcome address at class orientation, retreats, and graduation

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Opportunity to have an additional representative attend opening and ending retreats to network with class members and MBA Alumni

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Opportunity to participate as an experiential visit site or speaker/panelist for one of the class day sessions

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Opportunity to offer welcome address with company spotlight for 3 minutes at Graduation

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CLASS DAY SPONSOR $500 or In-Kind

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Opportunity to speak at graduation for 1-2 minutes Opportunity to network with community leaders

GRADUATION SPONSOR $750 or In-Kind

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Opportunity to speak at sponsored class day for 1-2 minutes

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Recognition on agenda

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Recognition on Graduation event materials and signage Included attendees at Graduation

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MINORITY BUSINESS ACCELERATOR ALUMNI BENEFITS:

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $12,000 for full year

Recognition on online MBA Alumni Directory

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Recognition on MBA Alumni newsletter

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Opportunity to speak at Minority Business Accelerator class day

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Opportunity to sponsor MBA graduation for sponsored year

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Speaking opportunity at MBA Alumni Event

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Recognition on all event materials, promotions, and signage

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Receive a copy of attendee list

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Date: 6 times a year Location: TBD Projected Attendance: Max 25 Audience: Diverse business professionals and community leaders Registration: TBD Description: Diversity Dialogues are designed to meet business owners where they are on their DEI journey. This series of six 1-hour facilitated discussions are meant to help employers and employees learn more about DEI whether they are just starting out or elevating their strategies. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $2,500

GOLD SPONSOR $1,250

SESSION SPONSOR $500

Recognition on all event promotions, materials and signage

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Logo on chosen event

Opportunity to have company executive or CDO participate in session of choice

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Included attendees to each event

Opportunity to introduce speaker at each event

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Opportunity to welcome attendee Opportunity to share materials in attendee recap email

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Receive a copy of attendee list

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Date: March 10 | 8:00am - 3:00pm Location: Greenville Convention Center Projected Attendance: 200 Audience: Human Resources professionals Registration: $340 Description: This annual event, now in its 28th 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 2023 will be available in mid-fall 2022. For additional information, contact Hank Hyatt at hhyatt@greenvillechamber.org. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $3,000

GOLD SPONSOR Break $2,000

SILVER SPONSOR Exhibitor Plus $1,375

BRONZE SPONSOR Exhibitor $825

Recognition in all event promotions including HRLU website, signage and materials

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Opportunity to display signage and √, 2 distribute materials at the event on table(s) with linen and on lunch tables Opportunity to welcome attendees with the company spolight for 2-3 minutes (including opportunity to use PowerPoint presentation)

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Opportunity to speak during morning break for 1-2 minutes Included attendees (negotiable) with a discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees

Opportunity to participate in all conference √ sessions, breaks and lunch

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Receive a copy of attendee business cards

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HUMAN RESOURCES LAW UPDATE

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INTERCOMMUNITY LEADERSHIP VISIT Date: TBD Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 100 Audience: Business and Community Leaders, Elected Officials, Economic Development Officials Description: An Intercommunity Leadership Visit is an opportunity to learn best practices from an aspirational city. Attendees will learn what other communities are doing to drive economic and community development. In addition to experiencing a best-in-class city, attendees will have time for networking and building deeper relationships with key leaders from our own community. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $10,000

APP SPONSOR $5,000 (Exclusive)

TRANSPORTATION SPONSOR $5,000 (Exclusive)

MEDIA SPONSOR $7,500

Included attendee

Opportunity to speak at breakfast reception or closing reception

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Receive verbal recognition from the podium

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Recognition on event website and signage

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Recognition in pre-and post-visit materials and promotions

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Recognition on attendee nametags

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Recognition on nametag lanyard

FOOD AND BEVERAGE SPONSOR $2,500 (7 available)

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Upgraded accomodations at hotel

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Media engagement preand post-visit

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Exclusive rights as App sponsor

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Recognition in event app

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Priority event coverage, including pre- and postvisit Custom “swag” Giveaway (to be determined)

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Date: October | 5:30-8:00pm Location: TDB Projected Attendance: 250 Audience: Manufacturing plant managers, business and community leaders Registration: $60 Investors, $100 All Others Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $6,500

GOLD SPONSOR $2,250

BEVERAGE S PONSOR $1,750

SILVER SPONSOR $1,500

BRONZE SPONSOR $750

DOOR PRIZE SPONSOR $250

Recognition on all event materials

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes and assist with door prizes

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Opportunity to display your company’s signage or distribute materials at the event

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Included attendees with Applicable Sponsor nametags

Receive a copy of attendee business cards

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Sponsorship recognition from the podium at the event Opportunity to serve at the event

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UPSTATE SC SAFETY CONFERENCE Date: 2nd Quarter 2023 | 8:00am - 3:00pm Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 150 Audience: HSE professionals from across the Upstate region Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING GOLD SPONSOR SILVER SPONSOR SPONSOR Break Exhibitor Plus $3,000 $2,000 $1,250

BRONZE SPONSOR Exhibitor $750

Recognition in all event promotions including event website, signage and materials

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Name

Opportunity to display signage and distribute materials at the event on table(s) with linen and on lunch tables

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Opportunity to welcome attendees with the company spolight for 2-3 minutes (including opportunity to use PowerPoint presentation)

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Opportunity to speak during morning break for 1-2 minutes

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Included attendees (negotiable) with a discounted rate of $50 for additional attendees

Opportunity to participate in all conference sessions, breaks and lunch

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Receive a copy of attendee business cards

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Invitation to pre-event reception the night before

LAUNCHGVL CELEBRATION Date: Spring Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 100-150 Audience: Program participants, parents, company leaders and school district officials. Description: LaunchGVL is a partnership between the Greenville Chamber and Greenville County Schools to connect high school students with paid, work-based learning experiences. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $3,000 (1 available)

GOLD SPONSOR | $1,500

Recognition on all event materials and promotion

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Recognition on event signage

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Opportunity to welcome attendees

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Opportunity to present awards to students

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Opportunity to include materials on tables (or have a table at the event)

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Included attendees

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DEVELOP

CATALYST GREENVILLE Date: 8 weeks in the Fall Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 10 to 12 Audience: Business and community leaders, new managers Registration: $1,695 Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $5,000

CHAMPION SPONSOR $1,000

SESSION SPONSOR $500

BRONZE SPONSOR $250

Recognition in event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at each session

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Opportunity to speak for 1-2 minutes at session of choice Opportunity to distribute materials at the sessions

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Included participant in the program

Right of first acceptance for the following year’s Presenting Sponsorship

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Recognition from podium at session of choice

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Date: September-May Location: Various Locations Projected Attendance: 45 Audience: Leadership Greenville participants, community leaders, and Chamber volunteers Registration: $4,000 Investors, $5,000 All Others Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $12,000 per year [SOLD]

GOLD SPONSOR $6,000

Guaranteed spot employee in Leadership Greenville Class

Right of first acceptance for following year’s Presenting Sponsorship

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Recognition in event promotions

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Recognition on all printed and digital program/class day materials

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Opportunity to offer welcome address at class orientation, retreats, and graduation

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Opportunity to have an additional representative attend opening and ending retreats to network with class members and Leadership Greenville Alumni

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Opportunity to participate as an experiential visit site or speaker/panelist for one of the class day sessions

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Opportunity to offer welcome address with company spotlight for 3 minutes at Graduation

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GRADUATION SPONSOR $1,000 or in-kind

CLASS DAY SPONSOR $850 per class session or in-kind

DEVELOP

LEADERSHIP GREENVILLE

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Opportunity to speak at graduation for 1-2 minutes Opportunity to network with community leaders

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Opportunity to speak at sponsored class day for 1-2 minutes

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Logo recognition on agenda Logo recognition on Graduation event materials and signage

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Included attendees at Graduation

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LEADERSHIP GREENVILLE ALUMNI BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR | $12,000 (full year)

Guaranteed spot in Leadership Greenville class for sponsored year

Recognition on Leadership Greenville Alumni Directory

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Recognition on Leadership Greenville Alumni monthly newsletter

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Opportunity to speak at Leadership Greenville lunch

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Opportunity to sponsor Leadership Greenville graduation for sponsored year

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Speaking opportunity at Leadership Greenville Alumni Event

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Opportunity to sponsor Opportunity Greenville and included participant spot

Recognition on all event materials, promotions, and signage

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Receive a copy of attendee list

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ALUMNI EVENT SPONSOR | $750

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OPPORTUNITY GREENVILLE Date: Fall Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 50+ Audience: Community leaders and newcomers Registration: $500 Investors (3 or more employees $450 each), $650 All Others Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $1,000

Program participant

Recognition in event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to display signage/distribute materials at one session

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes during one session and co-facilitate a session

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Ability to provide items to be given away as prizes during one session

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Invitation to attend networking and graduation receptions

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PROPEL GVL Date: Spring Location: TBD Projected Attendance: 30 Audience: Business and Community Leaders Registration: $500 Description: 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. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $1,500

GOLD SPONSOR $1,000

SILVER BRONZE SPONSOR $500 SPONSOR $250

Recognition in event promotions and materials

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at event

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Opportunity to distribute materials at the event

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Included program participants

Right of first acceptance for following year’s Presenting Sponsorship

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Date: Throughout 2023 Location: Various locations Projected Attendance: 500 Audience: Young professionals (21-39) Registration: $125 Annual Membership Description: 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. BENEFITS

TITLE SPONSOR $5,000 (One year) $8,500 (Two year commitment)

LUNCHEON SERIES SPONSOR $2,500

Complimentary YP memberships

Opportunity to speak for 3-5 minutes at each event

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NETWORKING EVENT SPONSOR $500 per event

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Opportunity to speak for 3-5 minutes at chosen program

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Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes at chosen event Recognition in event promotions and materials

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Exhibitor Table at events where applicable

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Ad space in bimonthly newsletter

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Guaranteed spot in the Pacesetter program

DEVELOP

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS PACESETTERS Date: Annual Program Description: Pacesetters is a group mentoring program designed to connect high-potential young professionals with Greenville’s most innovative and successful leaders. Your mentors are community leaders of Greenville in varying and diverse fields. This program affords its members the opportunity to develop their leadership skills through training sessions, mentoring with successful leaders, and networking with other young professionals. The small group format allows this program to be tailored to its individual members so they can receive the greatest benefit possible. BENEFITS

PRESENTING SPONSOR $3,500

Complimentary YP memberships

Recognition in event promotions and materials for chosen program

Logo

Opportunity to speak for 3-5 minutes at chosen program

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Exhibitor table at events where applicable

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Ad space in the bi-monthly newsletter

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Guaranteed employee spot in the Pacesetters program

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PHOTONEEDED

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

Date: TBD Audience: Upstate community Description: The Greenville Chamber’s Growing a Greater Greenville podcast is one the newest initiatives spotlighting Upstate businesses, sharing Chamber news and sharing valuable lessons. Episode Sponsor: $500 • 30-second commercial during podcast episode

WEEKLY UPDATE SPONSORSHIP Frequency: Every Wednesday (Except at Thanksgiving & Christmas) Projected Views: 6,500 Audience: Chamber Investors, Upstate Business Community Description: Leverage this Investor-exclusive opportunity to promote your business through the Chamber’s highly popular Weekly Update newsletter. SPONSORSHIP LEVELS MONTHLY PRESENTING SPONSOR: $1,000 Includes: • Logo at top of newsletter • Company URL • Month-long sponsorship (4 total newsletters)

WEEKLY AD: $200 Includes: • Banner ad in newsletter • Company URL • 600x300px graphic • One Weekly Update placement

PUBLIC POLICY GUIDE Publish Date: December Audience: State legislators, business leaders, members of the community Description: First published in 2016, this guide is the go-to Policy Manual for Greenville business. This magazine style 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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ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

GROWING A GREATER GREENVILLE PODCAST

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PARTNERSHIPS

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 event

DIVERSITY & ECONOMIC 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

LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PARTNER • $5,000 Designed for Investors who prefer high-impact exposure and engagement in front of our leadership development programs, these Partners receive: • • • • • • •

PARTNERSHIPS

BUSINESS ADVOCACY PARTNER • $3,500

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 Logo recognition with website link in the bi-monthly newsletter Exhibitor table at events (where applicable)

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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)Inclusion on Partner signage Inclusion on Partner signage 2 complimentary Greenville Chamber Links memberships Complimentary table at Business Growth Series Events (Coffee & Connections and Business After Hours) during the year 2 complimentary admissions to Business Growth Series events during the year Opportunity to serve on a Small Business Committee Receive 1 quarterly Weekly Update ad for business

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PARTNERSHIPS

ECONOMIC COMPETITIVENESS PARTNER • $3,500

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