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1 Sponsorships and Events Sponsorship rates, events calendar and event descriptions for Questions? Contact Events calendar... 2 Sponsorship benefits Sponsorship opportunities... 8 Book of Lists Celebration... 9 Family-Owned Business Awards Minority Business Leader Awards Best Real Estate Deals...12 Best Places to Work...13 Business of Pride Under Women Who Mean Business Awards..16 Fastest Growing Companies...17 Corporate Philanthropy Awards...18 CEO of the Year & C-Suite Awards...19 Mentoring Monday...20 Custom Breakfasts & Panels...21 Questions? Contact us... 22

2 2019 Events Calendar Find more information at washingtonbusinessjournal.com/event HELPFUL HINT Registration for each event opens at least 6 weeks prior and closes 1 week before the event. Single Tickets open two weeks prior to the event, if not sold out. Visit washingtonbusinessjournal.com/event» Signature Events Book of Lists Celebration January 31, :30 9:30pm Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater Cocktail Reception Bizwomen Mentoring Monday February 25, :00 10:30am Boro Station Speed Networking Breakfast Family Owned Business Awards February 28, 2019 InterContinental at The Wharf Awards Reception R Nominations close: December 7, 2017 Minority Business Leader Awards March 28, 2019 MGM National Harbor Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: December 3, 2018 Best Real Estate Deal Awards April 25, 2019 Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: February 4, 2019 Best Places to Work May 16, 2019 MGM National Harbor Awards Reception R Nominations close: January 18, 2019 Business of Pride Tentative Date: June 13, 2019 Awards Reception R Nominations close: March 4, Under 40 Awards Tentative Date: July 18, 2019 Awards Reception R Nominations close: April 5, 2019 Women Who Mean Business Awards October 3, 2019 Mandarin Oriental, Washintgon, D.C. Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: July 12, 2019 Fastest Growing Companies October 24, 2019 The Ritz-Carlton, Tysons Corner Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: May 17, 2019 Corporate Philanthropy Awards Tentative Date: November 7, :00 10:30am Awards Breakfast R Survey sign-up: March 22, 2019 R Nominations close: April 26, 2019 R Citizenship Awards nominations close: August 23, 2019 CEO of the Year & C-Suite Awards Black-tie affair Tentative Date: December 5, 2019 Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: Sept. 6, 2019 VERSION 3 PAGE 2 OF 22

3 Title Sponsorship 2019 Benefits:» Industry exclusivity for the entire awards program with the exception of the contributing sponsorships» Ten tickets to the event (if seating is available, table of 10 will be placed with premium seating and one additional seat is offered at the head table with the Publisher)» Full page, 4-color print advertisement in the award section of the Washington Business Journal published the week of the event» Online special section sponsorship: logo inclusion on landing page, 130,000 run-of-site impressions in the 30 days following the publication or event.» Sponsor letter in the awards section of the Washington Business Journal published the week of the event» Logo on the awards» Award presentation by sponsor (including introduction by publisher and brief speaking time). All categories presented by each sponsor are chosen by Washington Business Journal.» Logo on all promotional collateral (promotional collateral is defined as: invitation, advertisements - printed and digital, nomination website, registration website and event signage).» Electronic Attendee List (excluding addresses)» First right of renewal within 60 days of the event AVAILABILITY This sponsorship is available for all of our signature events. INVESTMENT Sponsorship cost is $33,000. YOU GET AN AD All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at wbjadvertising.com» WE NEED YOUR LOGO Your logo should be sent as soon as you sign on for the sponsorship. Preferred file type: Vector.eps (if not available, please send.ai,.pdf,.psd or a high-resolution.jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.) VERSION 3 PAGE 3 OF 22

4 Gold Sponsorship 2019 Benefits:» Industry exclusivity for the entire awards program with the exception of the contributing sponsorships» Ten tickets to the event (if seating is available, table of 10 will be placed with premium seating and one additional seat is offered at the head table with the Publisher)» Full page, full color print advertisement in the award section of the WBJ published the week of the event» Digital package: 130k ROS impressions in the 30 days following the publication or event AVAILABILITY This sponsorship is available for all of our signature events. INVESTMENT Sponsorship cost is $20,000.» Publisher acknowledgement at the event» Opportunity to present awards» Logo on all promotional collateral (promotional collateral is defined as: invitation, advertisements - printed and digital, nomination website, registration website, and event signage).» Electronic Attendee List (excluding addresses)» First right of renewal within 60 days of the event YOU GET AN AD All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at wbjadvertising.com» WE NEED YOUR LOGO Your logo should be sent as soon as you sign on for the sponsorship. Preferred file type: Vector.eps (if not available, please send.ai,.pdf,.psd or a high-resolution.jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.) VERSION 3 PAGE 4 OF 22

5 Branding Sponsorship 2019 Benefits:» 50% logo share with Washington Business Journal on 12 X 8 Step and Repeat backdrop» 10 tickets to the event» 1/2 pg four-color advertisement in the Washington Business Journal published the week of the event» Opportunity to provide a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor)» All photos taken during program at stage exit shot with Step and Repeat backdrop» Photos with Step and Repeat backdrop will appear on Washington Business Journal website AVAILABILITY This sponsorship is available for all of our signature events. INVESTMENT Sponsorship cost is $10,000. YOU GET AN AD All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at wbjadvertising.com» WE NEED YOUR LOGO Your logo should be sent as soon as you sign on for the sponsorship. Preferred file type: Vector.eps (if not available, please send.ai,.pdf,.psd or a high-resolution.jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.) VERSION 3 PAGE 5 OF 22

6 Photo Booth Sponsorship 2019 Benefits:» Photobooth provided with sponsor branding» Photos printed for guests with sponsor logo» 10 tickets to the event» 1/2 pg four-color advertisement in the awards section of the Washington Business Journal published the week of the event» Opportunity to provide a gift bag item (pending gift bag sponsor) AVAILABILITY This sponsorship is available for all of our signature events. INVESTMENT Sponsorship cost is $7,500. YOU GET AN AD All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at wbjadvertising.com» WE NEED YOUR LOGO Your logo should be sent as soon as you sign on for the sponsorship. Preferred file type: Vector.eps (if not available, please send.ai,.pdf,.psd or a high-resolution.jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.) VERSION 3 PAGE 6 OF 22

7 Contributing Sponsorship HELPFUL HINT This is a great way to highlight and celebrate your honoree or company for being awarded. Stand out in the room and get premium seating! 2019 Benefits:» Table for 10 at the event with premium seating» 1/4 page four-color advertisement in the awards special section published the week of the event» Recognition in the event presentation» Company logo in the Thank You advertisement published after the event» Recognition on a table top sign AVAILABILITY This sponsorship is available for all of our signature events. INVESTMENT Sponsorship cost is $7,500: CEO of the Year Sponsorship cost is $6,000: Best Real Estate Deals and Women Who Mean Business Sponsorship cost is $5,000: All other signature events YOU GET AN AD All ad sizes and specs can be downloaded at wbjadvertising.com» WE NEED YOUR LOGO Your logo should be sent as soon as you sign on for the sponsorship. Preferred file type: Vector.eps (if not available, please send.ai,.pdf,.psd or a high-resolution.jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.) VERSION 3 PAGE 7 OF 22

8 Sponsorship Opportunities *customization available Cocktail Sponsorship - $5,000 Dessert Sponsorship - $5,000 Gift Bag Sponsor - $3,500» Customized beverage/cocktail named by sponsor s organization» Two tickets to the event» Logo on all signage at bars and/or trays with passed beverage name and sponsor» Beverage recipe and/or note about sponsor placed in gift bags (pending gift bag sponsor) or handed out at the event» Recognition in the event presentation» Company logo in the Thank You advertisement published after the event Centerpiece Sponsorship - $6,000» Customized centerpiece with branding, showcasing sponsor s message designed to reflect event theme» Two tickets to the event» 1/4 page ad» Listing on brochure/program/menu card (if applicable)» Recognition in the event presentation» Company logo in the Thank You advertisement published after the event» Customized dessert item with logo and/or branding» Two tickets to the event» Listing on brochure/program/menu card (if applicable)» Recognition in the event presentation Company logo in the Thank You advertisement Program Sponsorship - $5,000» Program at each seat branded with company logo» Sponsor will have a full page ad in the program.» Two tickets to the event» Recognition in the event presentation» Company logo in the Thank You advertisement published after the event» Logo on standard gift bag provided by WBJ to be handed out at the event» Two tickets to the event» Opportunity to include a logo branded item in gift bag» Recognition in the event presentation Company logo in the Thank You advertisement published after the event Networking Sponsorship - $1,500» 6ft display table with optional signage and give-a-ways in the networking area of the event» Two tickets to the event» Recognition in the event presentation» Company logo in the Thank You advertisement published after the event VERSION 3 PAGE 8 OF 22

9 Book of Lists Celebration January 31, :30 9:30pm Arena Stage at the Mead Center for American Theater Cocktail Reception The Washington Business Journal s Book of Lists has proven to be the most valuable reference guide for business in and around Greater Washington. The Book of Lists is a compilation of the lists published throughout the year in the weekly edition of the Washington Business Journal. The Book of Lists is full of important information concerning area businesses and executives you can t find it anywhere else! The Book of Lists Celebration honors all the top local executives published in the Book of Lists. This networking reception is our largest event of the year and proves to be an area favorite each year. VERSION 3 PAGE 9 OF 22

10 Family-Owned Business Awards February 28, 2019 InterContinental at The Wharf Awards Reception R Nominations close: December 7, 2018 Greater Washington is home to some of the most successful family-owned companies in the country. Family-owned companies are leaders in a number of sectors including real estate, construction, professional services and health care. Join us as we recognize 15 of them at this awards program. Honorees are selected from a public pool of nominations and determined by a panel of judges. The honorees are recognized at an awards reception. VERSION 3 PAGE 10 OF 22

11 Minority Business Leader Awards March 28, 2019 MGM National Harbor Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: December 3, 2018 The Minority Business Leader Awards honors Greater Washington s most successful and influential minority executives and business owners. This event celebrates a strong group of exceptional individuals that have exhibited outstanding performance both professionally and in their community. Honorees are selected from a public pool of nominations and determined by a panel of judges made up of program alumni. Every year, the Washington Business Journal receives over 200 nominations for this program. Washington Business Journal follows the SBA definition of minority which is the following: An individual with at least 25% Asian-Indian, Asian-Pacific, Black, Hispanic or Native American heritage. The honorees are recognized at an awards reception. VERSION 3 PAGE 11 OF 22

12 Best Real Estate Deals April 25, 2019 Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: February 2, 2019 The Best Real Estate Deals Awards recognizes Greater Washington s most prominent real estate deals closed in the previous year. This exciting event draws the movers and shakers of real estate! Honored deals are chosen from a public pool of nominations. The top 25 deals are selected by a panel of judges composed of a wide array of industry leaders. The top 25 deals will be announced in alphabetical order before the event. All 25 will be honored and highlighted at the awards dinner. As part of the program, the Washington Business Journal will name eight superlative awards to those deals deserving of the recognition. (Categories may include: Most Complex Deal, Best Finance Deal and Deal of the Year) VERSION 3 PAGE 12 OF 22

13 Best Places to Work May 16, :00-9:00pm MGM National Harbor Awards Reception R Nominations close: February 2, 2019 The Best Places to Work Awards honors the BEST companies to work for in Greater Washington. This fun and energetic program is the highlight of the summer! Honorees for this program are determined based on a quantitative survey administered by the third party company, Quantum Workplace. Each year we get over 350 nominations! Employees are asked to rank their company on items such as team effectiveness, trust in senior leaders and co-workers, manager effectiveness, communication, work-life balance and alignment with company goals. Companies are ranked in categories based on employee size. Rankings and the number one company in each category are announced at an awards reception full of energy. VERSION 3 PAGE 13 OF 22

14 Business of Pride Tentative Date: June 13, 2019 Awards Reception R Nominations close: February 23, 2019 The Washington Business Journal will identify and profile LGBTQ business leaders from a diverse array of companies and organizations. We will recognize one exemplary company with the Business of Pride Leadership Award. This networking event will be a fun, festive and celebratory cocktail reception that brings together the leaders of the companies ranked on the lists, and a diverse group of LGBTQ leaders, allies and organizations in Greater Washington. VERSION 3 PAGE 14 OF 22

15 40 Under 40 Awards Tentative Date: July 18, 2019 Awards Reception R Nominations close: April 2, 2019 Join the Washington Business Journal at one of our most coveted programs 40 Under 40! This award honors the region s brightest young business leaders who have demonstrated business success over the past 12 to 18 months. We re looking for men and women across all industries who are making a difference in their professions and the community. Honorees are selected from a public pool of nominations and determined by a panel of judges. Every year, the Washington Business Journal receives over 200 nominations for this program. The honorees are recognized at an awards reception. VERSION 3 PAGE 15 OF 22

16 Women Who Mean Business Tentative Date: October 3, 2019 Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: June 15, 2019 R Special section release: Sept. 21, 2019 The Women Who Mean Business Awards honor 25 women each year from various industries and professions. Our honorees are women who have made a difference in their communities, blazed a trail for others and are leaving an indelible mark on business in Greater Washington. Honorees are selected from a public pool of nominations and determined by a panel of judges made up of program alumnae. Every year, the Washington Business Journal receives over 300 nominations for this program. The 25 women chosen will be honored at a networking reception. Outside of the honoree program, this esteemed group gathers throughout the year at exclusive Women Who Mean Business events. VERSION 3 PAGE 16 OF 22

17 Fastest Growing Companies Tentative Date: October 24, 2019 Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: June 1, 2019 The Fastest Growing Companies Awards honors companies with the highest average percentage of revenue growth over a three year period. These companies represent various industries and show a true dedication to growing their business. Honorees for this program are chosen based on information from a survey provided to Washington Business Journal s Research Director. Companies under consideration must have a minimum of $2 million in revenue in 2015 and a minimum of $10 million in revenue in 2018 to qualify for the 2019 program. The ranking of the honorees and the number one company will be announced at an awards dinner. VERSION 3 PAGE 17 OF 22

18 Corporate Philanthropy Awards Tentative Date: November 7, :00 10:30am Awards Breakfast R Survey sign-up: March 30, 2019 R Nominations close: May 1, 2019 R Citizenship Awards nominations close: August 3, 2019 The Corporate Philanthropy Awards honors businesses in Greater Washington that are ranked on our Corporate Philanthropy lists based upon prior year monetary giving. Honorees are the companies from the lists compiled by the Washington Business Journal and are organized by local giving (dollars) and volunteer hours. Rankings and the numbered companies on the dollar giving list are announced during a breakfast awards program. Awards also presented include the Citizenship Award. VERSION 3 PAGE 18 OF 22

19 CEO of the Year & C-Suite Awards Tentative Date: December 5, 2019 Black-tie Affair Awards Reception & Dinner R Nominations close: August 20, 2019 This black-tie gala honors the best and brightest of Washington s business leadership. Our pinnacle awards of the night recognize the CEO of the Year, as well as a Lifetime Achievement honoree. We will also honor our region s top CFO s, COO s, CMO s, General Counsels, NFP Executive Directors, and Managing Partners. VERSION 3 PAGE 19 OF 22

20 Mentoring Monday February 25, :00 10:30am Boro Station Speed Networking The most comprehensive mentoring event for women in business. The first-ever Mentoring Monday event took place in 43 ACBJ markets on April 7, 2014 simultaneously harnessing the power of local women in business and 20 years of event experience. The 2018 event features speed coaching from 40 leading female executive mentors in your local market. Mentees will meet the local leaders and be able to network in an unprecedented way Sponsorship Benefits:» Company logo and/or company name on all marketing material promoting event» Company logo on signage at the event» 10 tickets to the event» Mention on event registration page» Display table to promote company products/services at the event» Ability to secure one senior level female company representative as a mentor» Attendee mailing list for follow-up marketing (excluding addresses) VERSION 3 PAGE 20 OF 22 INVESTMENT Sponsorship cost is $5,000. WE NEED YOUR LOGO Your logo should be sent as soon as you sign on for the sponsorship. Preferred file type: Vector.eps (if not available, please send.ai,.pdf,.psd or a high-resolution.jpg; logos saved from the internet are not accepted.)

21 Custom Business Breakfasts & Panels Industries covered in the past are: Annual Federal M&A Outlook, Commercial Real Estate, Energy, Multifamily development trends, International Business and Small Business. Your organization along with the Washington Business Journal promote the event through in-paper advertising and online promotion. Panelists, topics and discussions are decided jointly between the sponsor and Washington Business Journal. Event format Continental breakfast and panel discussion» Washington Business Journal will charge a ticket fee of $50 per person for attendance to offset increased costs and reduce the no-show rate. Expected Attendance This successful business development program brings industry-specific content to on average attendees. Washington Business Journal promotes the event by providing:» Four (4), full color ads to promote the event (with sponsor logo) BUILD YOUR OWN EVENT Custom Breakfasts & Panels Title Sponsorship: $25,000 Title sponsors receive full ownership of the program and development of the content. Title sponsor provides:» All panelists/speakers» Determines topics (No topic can be repeated within the year of the sponsorship. Ask about topic and availability.)» Provides hand-out materials» Up to 50 guests (complimentary)» One invite (with sponsor logo) to previous attendees and registered Publisher s announcement recipients Washington Business Journal produces the event by providing:» Arrangements for the continental breakfast» Arrangements for the venue» Attendee list (excluding addresses)» Up to 50 guests at no charge VERSION 3 PAGE 21 OF 22

22 Questions? We are happy to answer any questions you have about the information in this packet. If you do not have an assigned Account Executive, please use the contact information below. Happy Sponsoring! Like Washington Business Journal on Facebook facebook.com/wbjonline Sponsorship Inquiries David Walker Director of Advertising Event Inquiries Courtney Nakoneczny Events Manager Follow the Washington Business Journal on See instant breaking news in the local business community. Follow the Washington Business Journal on LinkedIn linkedin.com/company/washington-business-journal Get updates on the Washington Business Journal s professional page. Resources» Events calendar: washingtonbusinessjournal.com/event» Nominations: washingtonbusinessjournal.com/nomination» Sponsorship & advertising information: wbjadvertising.com VERSION 3 PAGE 22 OF 22