PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RETREAT
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RETREAT November 1–2, 2018 | March 28–29, 2019 Hotel Commonwealth | Boston, Massachusetts The Professional Development Retreat (PDR) is a two-day career development initiative for juniors and seniors designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and connections to thrive in the professional world. This bi-annual event helps students better understand their emotional intelligence so they can strengthen essential workplace soft skills in the areas of problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and adaptability. In addition to learning more about their own unique talents, students have opportunities to polish their networking and public speaking skills. The PDR relies on a comprehensive curriculum that helps students identify inherent strengths and enhance their professional demeanor. Workshops, presentations, and small group sessions include: • Distinguished speakers • Interactive learning sessions
“By learning from industry experts and college alumni, faculty, and staff, the students gain the critical skills they’ll need to enter the workforce with confidence and a real sense of how they perform under pressure.” Brian Downer ’87 Chief Procurement Officer State Street Corporation
• Team building exercises • Problem solving activities
INVESTMENT OPTIONS Your investment in the professional development of our students allows us to maintain an innovative and interactive experiential learning environment. The collaboration of the Merrimack College community truly illustrates the impact that partnerships can have on the student experience. Presenting Sponsor of the Professional Development Retreat: $25,000 Featured Events: $10,000 ea. • Welcome and Keynote Address • Networking Reception featuring President Christopher E. Hopey, Ph.D. • Etiquette Dinner Named Event Sessions: $5,000 ea. • Session 1: Understanding Your Strengths • Session 2: Team Problem Solving • Session 3: Building Your Strengths Library • Session 4: Communicating Your Strengths • Networking Workshop
SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS We are pleased to offer you the following benefits with your sponsorship: • Company logo and/or name at registration and in all retreat programs • Exclusive signage and recognition during sponsored event • Opportunity to introduce and participate in sponsored event • Recognition at networking reception and etiquette dinner • Invitation extended to company staff to attend networking reception
For more information about the Professional Development Retreat or sponsorship opportunities, please contact: Jay Caporale VP, Corporate & Foundation Engagement caporalej@merrimack.edu I 978-837-5308
Patrick Spiegel Director, Corporate Relations & Sponsorship spiegelp@merrimack.edu I 978-837-5198
315 Turnpike Street, North Andover, MA 01845 www.merrimack.edu