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Business to Business Sponsorship Opportunities ANNUAL DINNER The Chamber Annual Dinner celebrates the previous year s accomplishments and serves as the official graduation for Leadership Connect, the community s leadership academy. The annual awards for the Lifetime Achievement Award, the Spirit of Community Award and the Dr. Elizabeth Curtis Young Professional Award are presented. Held the first Thursday of May. Projected attendance: 300+ community and business leaders $1,000 Event Sponsorship: Company logo on invitation sent to over 900 members Company logo and bio included in the event program Dinner for two (2) Recognition from the podium and signage with logo at the event BUSINESS RECOGNITION LUNCHEON The Business Recognition Luncheon salutes five area businesses, each selected by their respective municipality, for their growth, creation or retention of jobs, increased productivity, and investment in the community. The luncheon is a cooperative effort of The Chamber, the City of Ferrysburg, the City of Grand Haven, Grand Haven Charter Township, Spring Lake Township and the Village of Spring Lake. Held the third Wednesday in June. Projected attendance: 100+ community and business leaders $500 Luncheon Sponsorship: Company logo on invitation sent to over 900 members Company logo on event program Recognition from the podium THE CHAMBER CHALLENGE GOLF OUTING The Chamber Challenge Golf Outing is a full day of networking, camaraderie, and fun where 144 member golfers and guests tee it up for prizes and a relaxing networking day with peers. The outing concludes with the monthly BASH, where golfers are joined by other Chamber members. Held the first Wednesday of September. Projected attendance: 150+ business professionals $1,500 Corporate Sponsorship: Company logo on all promotional materials Large banner with logo at the event Company logo published in Grand Haven Tribune A foursome for the outing $500 Driving Range Putting Green Hole In One Sponsorship: Signage with company logo at the event Company logo on promotional materials Recognition at the event Company logo published in Grand Haven Tribune $500 Cart Sponsorship: Logo with signage on every cart Company logo on promotional materials Recognition at the event $250 Tee Sponsor Green Sponsor: Signage with company name and logo at the assigned hole Company name listed in brochure Company name listed in Grand Haven Tribune 2 Building Business to Build Community
Networking Event Sponsorship Opportunities CHAMBER BASH Hosting the BASH is a great way to showcase your business while providing Chamber Members the opportunity to socialize and network in a relaxed setting. Free for Chamber members. Held the second Thursday of the month from 5-7 pm. Projected attendance: 100+ members and guests Sponsorship: Provide refreshments for attendees which includes food, beer, wine and non-alcoholic beverages Company logo on all promotional materials for the event and recognition during the event Exhibit during the October Showcase BASH $250 Sponsorship: Opportunity to display during the two hour event Company logo on all promotional materials for the event Recognition at the event EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST The Early Bird Breakfast is a great way to stay up-to-date on what s happening in the local business community. Held the third Friday of the month, September through May, from 7:15-9am at various locations. Projected attendance: 100+ business and community leaders $250 Sponsorship: Company logo on all event marketing materials including the morning agenda A four-minute presentation to the attendees Seating for three (3) at the event Opportunity to place promotional materials at each place setting Program Sponsorship Opportunities LEADERSHIP CONNECT Leadership connect is a nine-month program designed to provide class members with a solid understanding of their leadership style and the leadership style of others, while raising their awareness and understanding of the issues that will have the greatest impact on our community in the future. Held the third Wednesday of every month, September thru May. Class size: 18+ community leaders $500 Day Sponsorship: Company logo on all marketing materials Company information in the day packets Opportunity to meet and greet class members at Orientation Day opportunities: Human Services, Economy, Judicial, Education, Health Services and State Government Contact: pblake@grandhavenchamber.org 3
Community Event Sponsorship Opportunities GRAND HAVEN ART FESTIVAL The Grand Haven Art Festival transforms Washington Avenue into a chic, outdoor art gallery. The goal is to provide our communities and visitors with a unique opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind art, directly from the artist; while upholding the community valued tradition of the Festival. Held the last full weekend in June. Projected attendance: 15,000+ $7,500 Exclusive Premier Sponsorship: High visibility presence at the intersection of Washington Avenue and First Street Space for two 10 x 10 tents and additional displays Company logo and link on website $3,000 Exclusive Community Stage Sponsorship: Community Stage named after your company 10 x 10 display booth near the Community Stage Company logo and link on website $3,000 Exclusive Emerging Artist Tent Sponsorship: Emerging Artist Tent named after your company 10 x 10 display booth in the Emerging Artist Tent Company logo and link on website $600 Exclusive Volunteer T-shirt Sponsorship: Company logo prominently displayed on t-shirt Company logo on website $500 Exclusive Snack Wagon Sponsorship: Company logo on the side of the wagon, brought to all artists morning and afternoon Company logo on website $400 Volunteer Party Sponsorship: Company logo displayed at volunteer party $400 Artist Breakfast Sponsorship: Company logo displayed at breakfast table *All Sponsorships Include: Company logo in event brochure Company logo on the volunteer t-shirt Company logo in artist packet GRUB & BREW FEST The focus is to celebrate local - local grub, local brew, local music. Each year, attendees are invited to sample bite-sized dishes prepared by local restaurants using the key ingredient, sip on Michigan craft beverages and jam to local music. Held the third Saturday of March. Projected attendance: 400+ community members $800 Musical Entertainment Sponsorship: Stage exclusively named after your company Company banner displayed 6 Grub Ticket Packages $600 Brew Tasting Glasses Sponsorship: Company logo exclusively printed on brew tasting glasses 5 Grub Ticket Packages $500 Game Booth Sponsorship: Exclusive 10 x 10 space to provide family-friendly entertainment (water pong, pin-ball, foosball, etc.) 4 Grub Ticket Packages *All Sponsorships Include: Banner displayed at event Logo on marketing materials/social media Inclusion in press release 4 Building Business to Build Community $500 Ticket Sponsorship: Company logo exclusively printed on attendee tickets 4 Grub Ticket Packages $250 Grub Eating Contest Sponsorship: Publicly recognized before eating contest Judge the contest 2 Grub Ticket Packages
JINGLE BELL PARADE Area non-profits and businesses ring in the holidays with lighted floats, music, costumes and good cheer. The parade is followed by the lighting of the community Christmas tree and caroling in Central Park. Held downtown Grand Haven, the first Saturday in December. Projected attendance: 5,000+ $1,000 Parade Sponsorship: Company logo on all promotional materials Company logo/banner in the parade Company logo in Grand Haven Tribune-Thank You SAND SCULPTURE CONTEST Sand Sculpture Contest draws hundreds of families, individuals, children, and teams to sculpt sand into artwork. In addition to those working in the sand, hundreds more come to watch sand transform before their eyes and cast their ballot for the People s Choice Award. Held the third Saturday in June on Grand Haven City Beach. Projected attendance: 1000+ participants and spectators $750 Premier Sponsorship: Present a sculpture of your choice with your company s award Logo and link on website Distribute promotional materials during event Logo displayed on banner Logo prominently displayed on event t-shirt $500 Pail Sponsorship: Distribute promotional materials during event Logo displayed on banner Logo on event t-shirt FAMILY FUN DAY Held in conjunction with the Grand Haven Art Festival, Family Fun Day provides local businesses an opportunity to provide free art and craft activities for children. Held the Saturday of the Grand Haven Art Festival. Projected attendance: 300+ kids and their families $1,500 Title Sponsor: Recognition in all marketing materials as Title Sponsor Company booth may be left up during the entire day Company logo/banner to be displayed Company logo on the Grand Haven Art Festival T-Shirt $500 Sponsorship: Company logo on all promotional materials Company logo in Grand Haven Tribune-Thank You $300 Shovel Sponsorship: Logo displayed on banner Logo on event t-shirt $100 SPF Sponsorship: In-Kind Sponsorship (Water bottles/ Breakfast): Logo displayed on banner Logo on event t-shirt $250 Event Sponsorship: Recognition in all marketing materials Company logo on the Grand Haven Art Festival t-shirt Contact: pblake@grandhavenchamber.org 5
Regional Sponsorship Opportunities LAKESHORE BUSINESS EXPO The Lakeshore Business Expo is a regional event presented by The Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg and the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce. The expo allows members the opportunity to showcase their products and services in a tradeshow environment to hundreds of business contacts along the lakeshore. Held the second Thursday in May, this event also concludes with a Chamber BASH. Projected attendance: 500+ business CEO s and purchasing agents $1,200 Executive Sponsorship: 10 x 10 booth in designated high traffic area Company logo on all marketing materials Advertisement in show program (1/4 page) $1,000 Associate Expo Sponsorship: 8 x 6 booth in designated high traffic area Company logo on all marketing materials Advertisement in show program (1/4 page) LAKESHORE ATHENA AWARD LUNCHEON The Lakeshore ATHENA Award Luncheon is a regional event presented by The Chamber Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg; the Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce and the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce. The ATHENA Leadership Award is presented annually to a woman (or man) honored for their professional excellence, community service and for actively assisting women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills. Held the first Tuesday in October. Projected attendance: 300+ business and community leaders $1,500 Diamond Sponsorship: Logo on event invitation and event program Written and verbal recognition from the podium Recognition in Chamber publications and website Corporate table of eight (8) at the event with signage Invitation to Private Nominee Reception $300 donated in your company s name to ATHENA Scholarship Fund $1,000 Emerald Sponsorship: Logo printed in the event program Written and verbal recognition from the podium Recognition in Chamber publications Corporate table of eight (8) at the event with signage $200 donated in your company s name to ATHENA Scholarship Fund $750 Ruby Sponsorship: Company name listed in the event program Seating for one (1) at the event Written and verbal recognition from podium Recognition in Chamber publications $50 donated in your company s name to ATHENA Scholarship Fund $500 Crystal Sponsorship: Company name listed in the event program Recognition in Chamber publications Written and verbal recognition from the podium Seating for two (2) at the event with signage $100 donated in your company s name to ATHENA Scholarship Fund $250 Athena Luncheon Sponsorship: Company name listed in the event program Seating for one (1) at the event Recognition in Chamber publications 6 Building Business to Build Community
Advertising Opportunities E-NEWS With an average open rate of 32% (non-profit average is 31.2%), highlight your business in the weekly Chamber E-News communication sent to all members and their employees. Projected audience: 1,500+ $35 Per Week Footer Ad DUNE DOLLARS The Chamber s gift certificate program, Dune Dollars, is designed to encourage local spending. Dune Dollars can be used just like cash at over 60 area businesses, and are available in $5, $10, $20, and $25 denominations. Projected audience: $190,000 Dune Dollars were purchased in 2014 $100 Per Year to be a Participating Merchant $20 Per Year to feature logo and link online* $30 Per Year to feature logo on the envelopes* (limited) $40 Per Year to be featured online & on envelopes* *Must be a Participating Merchant to purchase these opportunities GRAND LIVING The Chamber s annual community profile and membership directory is sent to every member, additional copies are distributed from The Chamber to those looking to relocate, find service providers, and learn more about our communities. Publication is also available online. Projected audience: 2,000 Printed; Available Online Rates Vary VISITORS GUIDE A partnership with the Grand Haven Area Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Visitors Guide is an instrumental tool in providing tourism-based resources to potential and current visitors. Projected audience: 55,000 Printed; Available Online Rates Vary Contact: pblake@grandhavenchamber.org 7
Why sponsor? As a Chamber Member, there are many great opportunities for you to promote and market your business through Chamber events and programs. Designed to fit any budget, sponsorships provide maximum exposure for your company while supporting the efforts of The Chamber to Build Business to Build Community. Reserve Your Sponsorship! Pamela Blake, Membership Services Manager 616.842.4910 pblake@grandhavenchamber.org Page # < $300 $300 $500 $501-$1000 $1001+ Annual Dinner 2 Business Recognition Luncheon 2 Chamber BASH 3 The Chamber Challenge Golf Outing 2 Early Bird Breakfast 3 Family Fun Day 5 Grand Haven Art Festival 4 Grub & Brew Fest 4 Jingle Bell Parade 5 Lakeshore Athena Award Luncheon 6 Lakeshore Business Expo 6 Leadership Connect 3 Sand Sculpture Contest 5 The Chamber of Commerce Grand Haven, Spring Lake, Ferrysburg One South Harbor Drive, Grand Haven, MI 49417 p 616.842.4910 f 616.842.0379 grandhavenchamber.org