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2015
CHAMBER CHOICESCOMMON CONNECTIONS. UNCOMMON RESULTS.
CHAMBER CHOICESCOMMON CONNECTIONS. UNCOMMON RESULTS.
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2015 CHAMBER CHOICES
Jan. 30, 2015
Early May, 2015
September, 2015
September 2015 – April 2016
November, 2015
Bi-monthly, 2nd Thursday
Bi-Weekly, Wednesdays
On-going
TBD
On-Demand
On-Demand
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Annual Meeting
The Sand Trap Classic
Taste of Lawrence
Leadership Lawrence Class of 2016
Schmooza Palooza Business Expo
Business After Hours
Chamber Matters eNewsletter
Advertising opportunities at www.lawrencechamber.com
Legislative events
Email Marketing to Chamber members
Mailing List for Chamber members
At The Chamber, we recognize your time is a premium. Our Chamber Choices Sponsorship & Marketing Guide is conveniently designed to help you identify the events, sponsorships and marketing opportunities that best target the annual marketing needs of your business.
Whether you’re looking for visibility, brand association or business-to-business direct marketing, you'll find the options within this guide to utilize common connections through The Chamber to achieve uncommon results in marketing your business.
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PRESENTING SPONSOR: $5,000 (limit 1)
• Primary business logo recognition on all visualsduring event
• Primary business logo recognition in all electronicmarketing materials
• 16 Complimentary tickets
• Two reserved tables throughout Awards Ceremonyand AfterGlow Reception
• Recognition from the stage during the awards ceremony
• Opportunity to provide a take home gift for all attendees
• First right of refusal for following year’s event
PLATINUM SPONSOR: $2,000 (limit 4)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• 8 Complimentary tickets
• One reserved table throughout Awards Ceremonyand AfterGlow Reception
• Recognition from the stage during the awards ceremony
GOLD SPONSOR: $1,500 (limit 6)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• 6 Complimentary tickets
• One reserved table throughout Awards Ceremonyand AfterGlow Reception
ANNUAL MEETING
SILVER SPONSOR: $1,000 (limit 8)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• 4 Complimentary tickets
BRONZE SPONSOR: $500
• Business name recognition on all visuals during event
• Business name recognition on Chamber Web site
CORPORATE TABLE SPONSOR: $800 (unlimited)
• 8 Complimentary tickets
• Business name and logo on table top
• One reserved table throughout Awards Ceremonyand AfterGlow Reception
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T he Annual Meeting celebrates the achievements of The Chamber over the past year and honors the recipients of The Chamber’s prestigious Citizen of the Years and ATHENA Awards (presented by Crown Automotive).
Date: Friday,January 30, 2015Location: Abe & Jake’s Landing
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The Sand Trap Classic is The Chamber’s annual 18-hole, four-person scramble golf tournament. This signature event
allows members to connect in an informal atmosphere and provides a great opportunity to entertain clients in a fun, interactive environment.
DOUBLE EAGLE SPONSOR: $4,000 (limit 1)
• Primary business logo recognition on all visualsduring event
• Primary business logo recognition in all electronicmarketing materials
• Two team entries (foursomes)
• Hole sponsorship
• Exclusive branding of golf takeaway prizes(cost included in sponsorship up to $2,000)
• First right of refusal for following year’s event
EAGLE SPONSOR: $1,500 (limit 4)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• One team entry (foursome)
• Hole sponsorship
GOLF CART SPONSOR: $1,500 (limit 1)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• One team entry (foursome)
BIRDIE SPONSOR: $1,000 (limit 6)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• One team entry (foursome)
HOLE SPONSOR: $500 (limit 13)
• Business name recognition on all visuals during event
• Business name recognition on Chamber Web site
• Business name and logo on signage at sponsored hole
• Hole sponsors are encouraged to showcase their business with activities or experiences at the sponsored hole, while being sensitive to rate of tournament play.
TEAM ENTRY: $375 (four person team)
INDIVIDUAL GOLFER: $100
Date: Early May, 2015
Location: Alvamar Country Club
• Exclusive company logo placement on all tournamentgolf carts
Held in honor of local educators for more than 30 years, the Taste of Lawrence Fall Mixer is one of the community’s most recogniz-able and highly attended annual events. Aptly named, the event showcases the wide variety of food and beverages that can be
The enduring longevity and high attendance of the event make Taste of Lawrence a popular choice for sponsors looking to expand visibility and brand association in the community.
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DEAN’S LIST SPONSOR: $4,500 (limit 1)
• Co-branding of business with event
• Primary business logo recognition on all visualsduring event
• Primary business logo recognition in all electronicmarketing materials
• Name recognition from the stage
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Full-page, color advertisement in the event program
HEAD OF CLASS SPONSOR: $2,000 (limit 4)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber website
• Fifteen (15) tickets
• Name recognition from the stage
• Half-page, color advertisement in the event program
HONOR ROLL SPONSOR: $1,500 (limit 6)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• Ten (10) tickets
• Quarter-page, color advertisement in the event program
GOLD STAR SPONSOR: $1,000 (limit 8)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• Six (6) tickets
• Eighth-page, color advertisement in the event program
HONORABLE MENTION SPONSOR: $500
• Business name recognition on all visuals during event
• Business name recognition on Chamber Web siteFour (4) tickets
Date: September, 2015 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: Meadowbrook Apartments Commons (Intersection of Bob Billings & Crestline Dr.)
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PRESENTING SPONSOR: $5,000 (limit 1)
• Primary placement of business name and logo on allprint and electronic media, marketing materials andevent signage
• Placement of business name and logo on all class materials(notebooks, invitations, informational packets)
• Recognition at all Leadership Lawrence events
• Recognition in news releases and articles concerningLeadership Lawrence that are produced by the program
ALUMNI EVENT PRESENTING SPONSOR: $3,500 • Primary placement of business name and logo on all print
and electronic media, marketing materials and eventsignage for Leadership Lawrence Alumni Events
• Recognition at all Leadership Lawrence alumni events
• Recognition in news releases and articles concerningLeadership Lawrence alumni events that are producedby the program
LEADERSHIP LAWRENCE CLASS OF 2016
DAY SPONSORS: $600
• Day sponsors may choose any of the following days tosponsor: Opening Retreat, Education, Wellness, SocialServices, Arts & Media, Government, Communications,Economic Development, Civic Responsibility, Final Retreat
• Placement of business name and logo on all print andelectronic media, marketing materials and event signagethe selected day
• Logo placement on class materials for the sponsored day
• Name recognition on the sponsored day
LUNCH SPONSORS: Lunch for 45 people or $450
Lunch sponsors provide a catered lunch for the Leadership Lawrence class at one of the class sessions.
• Logo placement on class materials on the day lunchis provided
• Name recognition on day of class
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Leadership Lawrence is a premier leadership development program focused on developing leadership capacities to be used
developing community leaders for more than 30 years, accepts 35 class members, with nearly double that number applying for the prestigious program. More than 200 people attend the alumni luncheon during the opening retreat of the class.
ALUMNI LUNCHEON SPONSOR: $750OPENING RETREAT SPONSOR: $1,250
• Primary placement of business name and logo on allluncheon invites and programs, promotional materials,Leadership Lawrence website, and more.
• Primary placement of business name and logo on allluncheon invites and programs, promotional materials,Leadership Lawrence website, and more.
• Recognition in news releases and articles concerning theLeadership Lawrence opening retreat that are produced bythe program.
• Recognition in news releases and articles concerning theAlumni Luncheon that are produced by the program.
• Four (4) tickets to the Alumni Luncheon
• Four (4) tickets to the Alumni Luncheon
ANNOUNCEMENT RECEPTION SPONSOR: $750
• Primary placement of business name and logo on allannouncement invites and programs, promotional materials,Leadership Lawrence website, and more.
• Two (2) tickets to the Alumni Luncheon
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LEADERSHIP LAWRENCE GRADUATION
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Leadership Lawrence Graduation provides unparalleled visibility for our sponsors through a wide variety of sponsorship levels. This will be an opportunity to be a part of a signature event for Leadership Lawrence and the 32 years of accomplishments of the program.
PRESENTING SPONSOR: $2,000
• 10 reservations to attend Graduation
• Company name and/or logo to appear in all pressreleases and electronic communications
• Prime placement of company name and/or logo toappear in all event programs, banners andmedia screens
• Recognition of sponsorship during the program
GOLD SPONSOR: $1,000
• 6 reservations to attend Graduation
• Company name and/or logo to appear in event programs
• Recognition of sponsorship during the program
SILVER SPONSOR: $500
• Company name and/or logo to appear in event programs
• Recognition of sponsorship during the program
Date: April 24, 2015
Location: TBD
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Schmooza Palooza…who says business-to-business marketing can’t be fun? Sponsors gain valuable brand exposure with more than 600 attendees and a diverse cross-section of the area business community at this lively, interactive expo.
PRESENTING SPONSOR: $3,000 (limit 1)
• Co-branding of business with event
• Primary business logo recognition on all visualsduring event
• Primary business logo recognition in all electronicmarketing materials
• Two complimentary booth packages
• First booth selection prior to open event registration
• First right of refusal for following year's event
GOLD SPONSOR: $1,500 (limit 4)
• Business logo recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
• One complimentary booth package
• Booth selection prior to open event registration
SILVER SPONSOR: $750 (limit 6)
• Business name recognition on all visuals during event
• Business logo recognition on Chamber Web site
DOOR PRIZE SPONSOR: $150
• Registered exhibitors can enhance exposure by providinga door prize with a minimum value of $150. Prize must beredeemable by any Schmooza Palooza attendee.
EXHIBITOR BOOTH SPACE: $350 per booth (early bird special: $250)
• Virtual listing on Schmooza Palooza page atwww.lawrencechamber.com
• Listing on Schmooza Palooza exhibitor map hand-out
• 8’ x 6’ booth space
• Skirted table
• Two chairs
• Company signage
• Complimentary wireless access
• Electronic event invite for distribution to clientsand prospects
• Extra tables available ($15)
• Complimentary electrical access (extension cordsnot provided)
Date: Thursday, November, 2015 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Location: TBD
*Additonal Business After Hours may be scheduled on request
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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
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PRESENTING SPONSOR: $450 plus event costs
• Opportunity to design a personalized event invite for emaildistribution to Chamber members
• Sponsor is responsible for coordination and cost ofhors d’oeuvres and adult beverages
• Opportunity to address audience during mixer (as desired)
• Traditionally, the Business After Hours sponsor hosts theevent, but hosting at the company’s own location is notrequired. Non-traditional venues have been used to providea memorable experience for attendees
Date: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., 2nd Thursday in February, April, June, August, October, December
Location: Presenting Sponsor Business
Hosting a Business After Hours provides a fantastic opportunity for business-to-business networking with your fellow Chamber members as well as great relationship building opportunities for existing clients and prospects.
2015 Business After HoursFebruary Cider GalleryApril Pioneer RidgeJune Midland CareAugust AvailableOctober AvailableDecember Available
LEGISLATIVE EVENTS
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The Chamber’s Legislative Series is comprised of two informative events held during the legislative session; Legislative Priorities Breakfast and Mid-Session Update. Both events o�er Chamber members direct access to their elected o�cials and a greater understanding of how each will respond to the pressing issues of the session.
• Legislative Priorities Breakfast: The Chamber, City, County, School District and University of Kansas provide theiruni�ed legislative priorities for the 2015 session to the local delegation. Legislators are given a brief opportunity forresponse and audience Q & A after the presentation.
• Mid-Session Legislative Update: Legislators in attendance provide an update on progress made midway throughthe session. The event may be held as a breakfast, lunch or late-afternoon depending on availability of legislators.
PRESENTING SERIES SPONSOR: $2 1 timil( 000, )
• Co-branding of business with series
• Business logo on all visuals during series events
• Business logo in all electronic marketing materials
• 8 Complimentary tickets and reserved seating at event
• Recognition from stage/podium during event
• CEO or business representative invited to private meetings
GOLD SPONSOR: $1,500
• Business logo on all visuals during series events
• Business logo on Chamber website
• 4 Complimentary tickets and reserved seating at event
• Recognition from stage/podium during event
EVENT TABLE SPONSOR: $300
• Business name on event program
• Business logo on table-top
• 8 complimentary tickets and reserved seating at event
Date: TBD
Location: TBD
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CHAMBER MATTERS & WEBSITE ADVERTISING
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CHAMBER MATTERS:
The Chamber’s bi-weekly email update, Chamber Matters, is distributed to more than 1500 Chamber member representatives and community organizations. Ads are reserved on a monthly basis and are due one week prior to running.
Top Banner:• JPEG no larger than 650x124 pixels at 72 dpi• $1,000 for one-quarter• $400 for one month
One Top Banner Ad and up to four sidebar ads are allowed per
positions rotate based on order in which the ad was placed.
Side Bar:• JPEG no larger than 250x400 pixels at 72 dpi• $100 for 1 month• $250 for 3 months• $400 for 6 months• $700 for 12 months
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WEBSITE:
The Chamber’s website, www.lawrencechamber.com, is the go-to source for member news, contact information and upcoming events schedules. Ads placed here carry across all pages of the site and will receive high visibility on the Home Page, Calendar and Membership Directory.
Footer Ad (Left):• 300x100 pixels at 72 dpi• $100 per month per slot
Side Bar Ad (Right):• 250x400 pixels at 72 dpi
• $75 per monthFOOTER AD FOOTER AD FOOTER AD SID
E BAR AD
For additional information or to make arrangements for your advertising, please contact Cathy Lewis, at [email protected] or 785.865.4406.
EBLASTS:
DIRECT MAIL LIST:
Ready to send?
One of he Chamber’s most popular marketing vehicles, these dedi-cated email messages are designed by the member and distributed through the Chamber’s database to the inboxes of more than 1500 members. eBlasts enjoy open rates well above industry average and senders receive a detailed report on click-through rates after each distribution.
Requirements for an eBlast:• JPEG format, no wider than 650 pixels at 72dpi• Text as it should be displayed on email Subject line• URL to which message should be linked (if desired)• Name as it should appear on email From line
Want to go “old school?” Get your printed materials directly in mem-bers’ hands through the use of the Chamber’s Direct Mail List.
Research shows direct mailing remains the largest form of direct marketing, with more than 75 percent of consumers opening their mail and 63 percent reading the contents.
Available in two formats, the list can either be printed as mailing
directly on your mailers. **Please note, due to the sensitive nature of our members contact informa-tion, a signed contract is needed to utilize this marketing tool.
Both eBlasts and Mail Lists are just $250 per distribution. Have multiple messages? Consider the value of our 3-fer package for $600!Contact Cathy Lewis at [email protected] or 785.865.4406
The Chamber has a variety of options to help you communicate your business’ survey, invite, announcement or general message to more than 1500 of Lawrence’s most in�uential business leaders and decision makers.
MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES
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646 Vermont St. Suite 200Lawrence, Kansas 66044
Phone: 785.865.4411Fax: 785.865.4400
Email: [email protected]: lawrencechamber.com