EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THURSTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

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1 2017 EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THURSTON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL

2 Sat. BUSINESS April 22, 2017 RECOGNITION - Olympia Country & AWARDS Golf Club INVESTOR DINNER GALA & BUSINESS RECOGNITION AWARDS Honoring our investors and local businesses that demonstrate commitment to Thurston County and its economy EVENT PROFILE: Since 1985, the annual Business Recognition Awards has honored local businesses and the important role they play in supporting the economic health of our region. The categories are: new business, small business, non-profit, and corporate. Nominations come from within the community, and winners are announced at the event. This year s event includes our Annual Investor Dinner. TARGET MARKET This high-profile event draws approximately business owners, decision makers and community leaders from all sectors of business and the non-profit community in Thurston County. PRESENTING SPONSOR (LIMIT 1) $5,000 Full-page, full color ad in event program Introduction (5 minute presentation) and recognition at the event Opportunity to display signage in main conference room Option to provide promotional bag and materials/goodies for bags Admission for table of 8 Logo represented on event website and e-marketing materials Logo displayed on event opening PowerPoint CO-SPONSOR $2,500 Half-page, full color ad in event program Opportunity to provide signage for display in main conference room Option to include materials/goodies in event gift bags Admission for 4 to event Logo represented on event website and e-marketing materials Logo displayed on event opening PowerPoint BUSINESS SPONSOR $1,000 Recognition in the event program Admission for 2 to event Option to include promotional materials/goodies in event gift bags Logo represented on event website and e-marketing materials Logo displayed on event opening PowerPoint To sponsor this event, contact Karissa Benjamin of the Thurston EDC at kbenjamin@thurstonedc.com or visit

3 Thurs. March 9, Puyallup Fairgrounds ALLIANCE NORTHWEST CONFERENCE EVENT PROFILE This full-day event will feature morning and luncheon keynote addresses, high quality workshops about doing business with the government, matchmaking sessions with government agencies and prime contractors, and a trade show with state and federal contracting officers, prime contractors and businesses who contract with the government. TARGET MARKET The target market for this event includes business interested in the government marketplace. Expected attendance is 800+ people, including a Who s-who of federal The largest business to government training conference tradeshow in the Pacific Northwest PLATIMUN SPONSOR $5,000 Logo recognition on website, event program, printed promotional materials, e-blasts, event presentations & signage, conference badges, press Full-color, full-page advertisement in Event program Two reserved tables at luncheon (table seats 8) 10 x 20 top location exhibitor booth 8 full-access Alliance Northwest passes Opportunity to provide bag for conference goody bag items Special mention during morning and lunch presentation GOLD SPONSOR $2,000 Logo recognition on website, event program, printed promotional materials, e-blasts, event presentations & signage Full-color, half-page advertisement in Event program One reserved table at luncheon (table seats 8) 10 x 10 high-traffic location exhibitor booth 6 full-access Alliance Northwest passes Opportunity to provide conference goody bag items Special mention during morning and lunch presentation SILVER SPONSOR $1,250 Logo recognition on website, event program, printed promotional materials, e-blasts, event presentations & signage Full-color, quarter-page advertisement in Event program One reserved table at luncheon (table seats 8) 10 x 10 preferred location exhibitor booth 4 full-access Alliance Northwest passes Opportunity to provide conference goody bag items Special mention during morning and lunch presentation BRONZE SPONSOR $750 Logo recognition on website, event program, printed promotional materials, e-blasts, event presentations & signage 10 x 10 preferred location exhibitor booth 3 full-access Alliance Northwest passes Opportunity to provide conference goody bag items Special mention during morning and lunch presentation EXHIBITOR BOOTH $425 Becoming an exhibitor at Alliance Northwest Conference is the best way to ensure you make the most of the event. The Exhibitor Hall is open throughout the day and offers the opportunity to market your innovative products and services to a diverse audience of government agencies, prime contractors and businesses that do business with the government. Each 10 x 10 booth space includes: pipe and drape a six-foot skirted table with two chairs access to breakout sessions two breakfast and luncheon tickets company information, including your logo, in the 2017 Alliance Northwest program directory To sponsor or exhibit at this event, contact Tiffany Scroggs of Washington PTAC at (360) or visit

4 Friday September 29, Washington Center for Women in Business INSPIRE: Women s Business Conference Inspiring innovation in women who are leaders in business and the communities where they live. EVENT PROFILE: This new fall event where women seek to increase their knowledge about overcoming challenges that face women in the business world, building their confidence with new skills, communicating their innovative ideas to their customers, and bring new innovations into their organization! TARGET MARKET This event is expected to draw approximately 150 attendees. It is geared toward the Womanpreneur in any stage of business. PRESENTING SPONSOR (LIMIT 1) *SOLD* $5,000 Full-page, full-color ad in event program Opportunity to introduce Keynote speaker Prime Exhibitor location Admission for 8 to event Logo displayed on event website, all marketing materials, and event PowerPoint Special mention during morning and lunch presentations CO-SPONSOR $3,000 Half-page, full-color ad in event program Special mention during morning and lunch presentation Prime Exhibitor location Admission for 6 to event Logo displayed on event website, and event PowerPoint Special mention during morning and lunch presentations INNOVATION SPONSOR $1,500 Quarter-page, full-color ad in event program Prime Exhibitor location Admission for 4 to event Logo represented on event website, e-marketing materials, event PowerPoint Special mention during morning and lunch presentations BUSINESS SPONSOR $750 Logo in Event Program Assigned Exhibitor location Admission for 2 to event Logo represented on even website, e-marketing materials, event PowerPoint BUSINESS EXHIBITOR $300 Assigned Exhibitor location Listing of business & contact information in event program Admission for 2 to event To sponsor this event, contact Karissa Benajmin of the Thurston EDC at kbenjamin@thurstonedc.com or visit

5 Thurs. September 28, Hotel RL REAL ESTATE FORUM Providing a snapshot of the commercial real estate market in Thurston County EVENT PROFILE: The annual Thurston EDC Real Estate Forum hosted in partnership with NAIOP (National Association of Industrial and Office Properties) will showcase Thurston County real estate properties while providing a forum for networking and business improvement. Industry experts will address the current status of commercial, retail and industrial development in Thurston County and the South Sound region. Resources and commercial market data will be provided to each attendee. TARGET MARKET This event draws approximately business owners, decision makers and community leaders from the real estate community in Thurston, Pierce, King counties and beyond. PRESENTING SPONSOR (LIMIT 1) $5,000 Full-page, full-color ad in event program Introduction (5 minute presentation) and recognition at the event Prime location in exhibitor area to display projects, listed properties, and listing information Opportunity to display banner behind or near the stage Admission for table of 8 Logo represented on event website, e-marketing materials, and event PowerPoint CO-SPONSOR $3,000 Logo displayed on resource thumb drive distributed to audience Prime location in exhibitor area to display projects, listed properties, and listing information Admission for 4 to event Logo represented on event website, e-marketing materials, event PowerPoint RESOURCE SPONSOR $2,500 Half-page, full-color ad in event program Prime location in exhibitor area to display projects, listed properties, and listing information Opportunity to provide banner for display behind or near the stage Admission for 4 to event Logo represented on event website, e-marketing materials, event PowerPoint BUSINESS SPONSOR $800 Recognition in Event Program Assigned location in exhibitor area to display projects, listed properties, and listing information Admission for 2 to event Logo represented on even website, e-marketing materials, event PowerPoint To sponsor this event, contact Karissa Benjamin of the Thurston EDC at kbenjamin@thurstonedc.com or visit

6 Thurs. December 7, Little Creek Casino & Resort REGIONAL ECONOMIC FORECAST & INNOVATION EXPO EVENT PROFILE This conference brings together regional businesses from a wide range of industry sectors. Exhibitors will showcase cutting edge technology, products and industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to network, attend breakout sessions, hear an economic forecast from a leading regional economist, and more. TARGET MARKET This high-profile networking event draws approximately decision makers and community leaders from all sectors of business and industry in the five-county region of Thurston, Mason, Grays Harbor, Lewis and Pacific counties. A full-day conference focused on innovation and setting the economic stage for the 5-county region PRESENTING SPONSOR (LIMIT 1) $5,000 Full-page, full color ad in event program Introduction (5 minute presentation) and recognition at the event Opportunity to provide signage for display in main conference room Option to include promotional bag and materials/goodies for bags Admission for table of 8 Free booth in Expo Hall Logo represented on event website, printed promotional and e-marketing materials CO-SPONSOR $3,000 Half-page, full color ad in event program Opportunity to provide signage for display in main conference room Admission for 4 to event Free booth in Expo Hall Logo represented on event website, printed promotional and e-marketing materials BUSINESS SPONSOR $1,000 Recognition in Event Program Admission for 2 to event $200 discount on booth in Expo Hall Logo represented on event website, printed promotional and e-marketing materials INNOVATION PARTNER $500 Recognition in Event Program Admission for 1 to event $100 discount on booth in Expo Hall Logo represented on event website, printed promotional and e-marketing materials EXPO HALL $425 EXHIBIT BOOTH The Expo portion of the event runs throughout the day and offers the opportunity to market your innovative products and services to a diverse regional audience of business professionals. In addition to the Expo Hall, exhibitors will have access to the full agenda, including: an exclusive briefing on the regional Economic Vitality Index, insights and advice from business leaders on what lies ahead, and informational workshops throughout the day focused on business innovation. Each booth space includes: pipe and drape a skirted table with two chairs access to 110 volts of electricity and admission into conference for two To sponsor this event, contact Karissa Benjamin of the Thurston EDC at kbenjamin@thurstonedc.com or visit

7 Thurston Economic Development Council EVENT SPONSOR AGREEMENT FORM CONTACT INFORMATION NAME ORGANIZATION PHONE TITLE FAX MAILING ADDRESS CITY STATE, ZIP EVENT NAME SPONSORSHIP OR EXHIBIT LEVEL q Business Recognition Awards (see p. 2) q Alliance Northwest Conference (see p. 3) q Business & Innovation Celebration (see p. 4) q Real Estate Forum (see p. 5) q Regional Economic Forecast & Innovation Expo (see p. 6) q Presenting q Co-Sponsor q Business Sponsor q Platinum Sponsor q Gold Sponsor q Silver Sponsor q Bronze Sponsor q Presenting q Video Sponsor q Co-Sponsor q Business Sponsor q Presenting q Co-Sponsor q Resource Sponsor q Business Sponsor q Presenting q Co-Sponsor q Business q Innovation Partner q Booth Add-On for sponsorship For exhibitor-only sponsorship: A $100 non-refundable deposit, or entire fee, must be received to secure a booth. The deposit will be applied toward the full booth fee. TOTAL COST OF SPONSORSHIP(s) PAYMENT OPTIONS q Please Invoice (invoice(s) will be billed per event) q Exhibit Booth Only q Please bill my credit card q Visa q Master Card q American Express Name on Card Card Number Expiration Date Billing Address Signature Please refer to the indicated page in the Thurston EDC Sponsorship Opportunities to verify sponsorship benefits. Please complete and return the entire form to: Thurston Economic Development Council th Avenue SE Lacey, WA or to: rbaldwin@thurstonedc.com Thank you for your sponsorship and support!

8 2017 Thurston Economic Development Council CONTRACT & GUIDELINES Please initial in the indicated areas to acknowledge your acceptance of this agreement. FACILITY: The (FACILITY) is open for booth set up from (TIME AND DATE) All exhibits must be up by (TIME AND DATE). Exhibit hours are (TIME AND DATE). BOOTH: Each booth will be (BOOTH SIZE) ; the back and sides will be black pipe and drape. S hooks will be provided for hanging signs and displays. Please do not hang anything from the booth drapery (i.e. staples, tape or pins). You will receive complimentary tickets to the Conference as part of the booth purchase price. BOOTH FURNISHINGS: At your request, your booth will be provided with 110 volts of power. Please bring your own 50 extension cord and surge protectors if needed. You will also receive one table (TABLE SIZE) with black table cloth and skirting. EXHIBIT SPACE: Maximize your investment by planning a professional and inviting atmosphere. Please do not apply adhesive items to the floor. Aisles, walkways, and overhead spaces must remain open. There is no exchange for monetary value for any items. FEES: Booth prices are (BOOTH COST). After that date, the price will be $500. The Thurston EDC WILL NOT MAKE REFUNDS. If unable to participate you may sell your exhibitor space to another organization. Please notify the EDC office immediately should this occur. The $100 non-refundable deposit is due at time of registration. The remaining booth payment must be received by (DATE). NAME ORGANIZATION PHONE TITLE FAX MAILING ADDRESS CITY STATE, ZIP SIGNATURE DATE To sponsor For info, this event, contact contact Rachel Karissa Baldwin Benjamin of the Thurston of the Thurston EDC EDC at kbenjamin@thurstonedc.com rbaldwin@thurstonedc.com or or visit

9 2017 Thurston Economic Development Council HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT The exhibitor named below, agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold free and harmless the Thurston Economic Development Council and each of its partners, agents, servants, employees, officers and directors, from and against any and all actions, claims, liabilities, assertions of liability, losses, costs and expenses which in any manner may arise or be alleged to have arisen from the presence, activities and promotions of the exhibitor, their agents, servants, employees or subcontractors, on or adjacent to the (EVENT NAME) premises, including, but not limited to, claim or claims for bodily injury or death of persons and for loss of or damage to property, including claims or loss by exhibitor s agents, servants employees and/or subcontractors. The undersigned is an agent or representative of, an exhibitor participating in the (EVENT NAME), and is authorized to execute this agreement on the exhibitor s behalf. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE PRINTED NAME DATE Agreed by Thurston Economic Development Representative Signature PROOF OF LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUEST Please attach a copy of your proof of liability insurance. Your insurance carrier will know what to provide if you are unsure. You can the proof of insurance to rreischman@thurstonedc.com, or fax it to: (360) by (DATE). Thank you! To sponsor For info, this contact event, contact Rachel Baldwin Karissa Benjamin of the Thurston of the EDC Thurston EDC at at rbaldwin@thurstonedc.com kbenjamin@thurstonedc.com or visit or visit

10 ABOUT THURSTON EDC BUILDING OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Economic development is about identifying opportunities and applying efforts that result in a vibrant and sustainable economy. At the Thurston EDC, we accomplish this by connecting businesses with resources to help them compete and grow in our region. Through our partnerships, the EDC attracts new industries and businesses, retains existing employers, and expands interest in doing business in Thurston County. Our role is to examine the viability of all economic opportunities that come our way, and to determine how those opportunities relate to our mission. We take this role seriously, because we know that jobs and investment produce community wealth and individual prosperity, ensuring our region s ability to be strong and resilient. Thurston Economic Development Council th Avenue SE Lacey WA main