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[ PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ]CHAMBER SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES

104 S. Estes Drive | PO Box 2897 | 919.967.7075 | www.carolinachamber.org

Interested in sponsoring or advertising with the Chamber? Contact Aubrey Fox Williams | 919.967.7076 | afox [email protected]

[ PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS ]Sponsorship and Marketing Opportunities with the ChamberWhen you take advantage of Chamber sponsorship and marketing opportunities, you distinguish yourself from your com-petition and promote your business in a powerful way, all while participating in the success of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber and our business community!

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber is a membership organization that serves and advances the business interests of our community and builds a sustainable community where business thrives.

Event sponsorship provides Chamber members the opportunity for recognition across various platforms; for many events, sponsorship includes tickets to the event, the opportunity to speak to attendees, and the option to display promotional materials or to distribute promotional items.

[ 2013 MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES ]Table of Contents

• Annual Meeting – pages 3-4

• Economic Outlook Briefing – page 5

• Eggs with Elected Officials – page 6

• Bocce Tournament – pages 7-8

• Chamber Golf Classic – pages 9-10 • Executive Leadership - page 11

• Local Government Reception - page 12

• CEO Summit – page 13

• State of the Community Report – page 14

• Primetime Business Expo – page 15

• Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro – page 16

• Orange/Chatham Development Briefing – page 17

• Business Hall of Fame – page 18

• Board Retreat and Planning Conference – page 20

• Salute to Community Heroes – page 21

• Inter-City Visit - page 22

• Ongoing Sponsorship Opportunities - page 23 • Business After Hours • Young Professionals Network • Chamber Orientation • Small Business/Non-Profit Roundatable

• Custom Communications - pages 25 • Lobby Display Options • Print and E-newsletters • Website Advertising • Annual Publications

• Get Involved Checklist - pages 26

Interested in sponsoring or advertising with the Chamber? Contact Aubrey Fox Williams | 919.967.7076 | afox [email protected] 3

ANNUAL MEETING January 29, 2013More than 350 Chamber members, elected officials and guests attend the Chamber’s Annual Meeting. The meeting includes lunch, a review of the Cham-ber’s work over the past year, an overview of year ahead, and a presentation of the Business of the Year (B.O.Y.) awards.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $3,000• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Annual Meeting Presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• TEN complimentary tickets to event

GOLD SPONSOR- $1,600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• SIX complimentary tickets to event

LUNCH SPONSOR- $1,200• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• SIX complimentary tickets to event

SILVER SPONSOR- $850• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • FOUR complimentary tickets to event

BRONZE SPONSOR- $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name

and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD SPONSORSThe Business of the Year Awards (one recipient each for small, mid-size, large, non-proft and sustainable categories) are presented at the Annual Meeting to the outstanding Chamber member organizations that have shown growth, innovation of product, exemplary customer service, response to adversity, and/or contribution to the community.

• NAMED B.O.Y. AWARD - Small - $1,500• NAMED B.O.Y. AWARD - Mid-Size - $1,500• NAMED B.O.Y. AWARD - Large - $1,500• NAMED B.O.Y. AWARD - Non-Profit - $1,500• NAMED B.O.Y. AWARD – Sustainable - $1,500

• The award is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Business of the Year Award Presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Opportunity to present the Business of the Year Award in sponsored category• Verbal recognition from the podium • FOUR complimentary tickets to event

DESSERT SPONSOR - $650

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

More than 350 community and business leaders attend the Annual Meeting, a luncheon that celebrates the accomplishments of the business community. Photo by Kevin Seifert.

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• Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

GREENING SPONSOR- $500Greening sponsorships allow the Chamber and the Part-nership to work toward sustainability through the use of recyclable or compostable event materials and the purchase of carbon offsets.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

SIGN SPONSOR - DONATION IN-KIND• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

PRINTING SPONSOR - DONATION IN-KIND• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

ANNUAL REPORT SPONSOR The Annual Report is distributed to guests at the Annual Meeting as well as in the Chamber’s office throughout the year.

• 1/8 Page Ad (3.5” x 2.5”): $250• 1/4 Page Ad (3.5” x 5”): $450• 1/2 Page Ad (7.25” x 5”): $850• Full Page Ad (7.25” x 10.25”): $1,250

Winners of the 2012 Business of the Year Awards, presented at the 2013 Annual Meeting. Photo by Kevin Seifert.

750 copies of the Annual Report are produced each year. The reports are distributed at the Annual Meeting as well as at the Chamber office through-out the year.

Annual Report sponsors provide the Chamber with ads, which are printed

on the interior pages of the Annual Meeting.


ECONOMIC OUTLOOK BRIEFINGMarch 13, 2013At the Economic Outlook Briefing, NC State economist Dr. Mike Walden will speak about lo-cal economic conditions, addressing the economic forecast for the coming year and walking through appropriate business strategies given the forecast. This event includes a full, seated breakfast for 100 guests.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Economic Outlook Briefing presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any powerpoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• EIGHT complimentary tickets to event

GOLD SPONSOR- $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • SIX complimentary tickets to event

BREAKFAST SPONSOR - $850• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • SIX complimentary tickets to event


BRONZE SPONSOR- $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

HOST SPONSOR - VENUE/CATERING DONATIONThe host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The host may ar-range for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium


EGGS WITH ELECTED OFFICIALSApril 22, 2013At this breakfast briefing, more than 100 attendees have the chance to meet with and hear from in-vited guests including the N.C. General Assembly delegation and the 4th District U.S. Congressman. The program includes a full, seated breakfast and small group conversations with event attendees and elected officials.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Eggs with Electeds presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• EIGHT complimentary tickets to event

GOLD SPONSOR- $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • SIX complimentary tickets to event

BREAKFAST SPONSOR - $850• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • SIX complimentary tickets to event


BRONZE SPONSOR- $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

HOST SPONSOR - VENUE/CATERING DONATIONThe Host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The host may ar-range for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.



COMMUNITY BOCCE TOURNAMENTMay 8 & 9, 2013This fun-filled tournament draws 50 two-player teams and 50+ spectators annually. Bocce players enjoy a round-robin format tournament, refresh-ments throughout the tournament in addition to dinner, a post-tournament reception, awards for tournament winners and winners of various contests, and a pre-tournament party – La Notte Prima – for sponsors, players and guests.

HOST SPONSOR – DONATION IN-KIND OF VENUE AND AMENITIES

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception• TWO complimentary teams of two

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $2,500• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Community Bocce Tournament presented by ABC Com-pany)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Exclusive sponsor display table at Tournament• Opportunity to speak at Tournament • TWO complimentary teams of two

LA NOTTE PRIMA PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,500 OR VENUE + COST OF CATERINGLa Notte Prima is the Bocce pre-party, typically held the night before the Community Bocce Tournament. Tourna-ment sponsors, competitors and guests gather to network and celebrate before the Tournament.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Exclusive sponsor display table at La Notte Prima

• Opportunity to speak at La Notte Prima• ONE complimentary team of two

GOLD SPONSOR - $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Shared sponsor display table at Tournament• ONE complimentary team of two

SILVER SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Exclusive sponsor display table at Tournament• ONE complimentary team of two

BRONZE SPONSOR - $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Shared sponsor display table at Tournament• ONE complimentary team of two

The VIF Bocce Team takes on Joe Novara of Chapel Hill Printing and Graphics at the 2012 Communty Bocce Tournament. Photo by Kevin Seifert.



BALL SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Shared sponsor display table at Tournament• ONE complimentary team of two

SCORECARD SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor name and/or logo included on each game scorecard• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Shared sponsor display table at Tournament• ONE complimentary team of two

LEADERBOARD SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor name and logo on leaderboard • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Shared sponsor display table at Tournament• ONE complimentary team of two

COURT SPONSOR - $350/FOUR COURTS; $1,300/20 COURTS

• Sponsor name and logo on all sponsored courts • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception • Shared sponsor display table at Tournament• Sponsorship of 20 courts includes TWO teams of two

TARGET CONTEST SPONSOR - $350• Sponsor name and logo on target contest banner • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception

WATER SPONSOR - $300 OR DONATION IN-KIND OF 300 BOTTLES

• Name and logo on signage at beverage station• Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception

BEER SPONSOR - $500 OR DONATION IN-KIND OF TWO KEGS


WINE SPONSOR - $500 OR DONATION IN-KIND OF 30 BOTTLES


MAJOR GIFTS SPONSOR - $500 + COST OF GIFT• Sponsor name and logo on promotional gift item of their choice (e.g. cooler, water bottle, hat shirt, etc.) • Table for display of gift(s) and promotional materials at Tournament• Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception• May include playing spots based on donated gift value

GREENING SPONSOR - $500Greening sponsorships allow the Chamber and the Part-nership to work toward sustainability through the use of recyclable or compostable event materials and the purchase of carbon offsets.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception

PRINTING SPONSOR - $500• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at La Notte Prima and Tournament Reception


CHAMBER GOLF CLASSICJune 3, 2013This day-long tournament traditionally draws 100 golfers. Golfers enjoy 18 holes in a “captain’s choice” format. Player packages include breakfast, lunch, post-tournament reception with awards pre-sentation and raffle, and refreshments throughout the day.

HOST SPONSOR – DONATION IN-KIND OF VENUE AND AMENITIES

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony

PRESENTING SPONSOR – $6,000• Tournament is named for Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Chamber Golf Classic presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage• Banner recognition at tournament (banner provided by sponsor)• Speaking opportunity at kickoff and award ceremony• Sponsor receives one hole-in-one contest opportunity• Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Four playing spots

RECEPTION SPONSOR - $1,600• Recognition at each table during the award ceremony • Speaking opportunity during the award ceremony• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony•Two playing spots

LUNCH SPONSOR – $1,500• Recognition in each boxed lunch • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony•Two playing spots

GOLF CART SPONSOR – $1,100• Recognition on front of each cart • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony•Two playing spots

GOLF BALL SPONSOR – $1,000 + BALLS & LOGO IMPRINT

• Business/organization logo on golf balls • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony•Two playing spots

MAJOR GIFTS SPONSOR – $1,000 + COST OF GIFT

• Name and logo on giveaway item (i.e., coolers, golf umbrellas, water bottles, etc.)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

INVITATION SPONSOR – $1,200 OR DONATION IN-KIND

• Special recognition on mailed invitation (mailed to 1,500 business and community leaders) • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in

Russ Nelson works the Secure Network Administration hole sponsor table at the 2012 Chamber Golf Classic. Photo by Kevin Seifert.



event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

SIGN SPONSOR – $1,200 OR DONATION IN-KIND

• Provides all signage for event • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

EAGLE SPONSOR – $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

BIRDIE SPONSOR – $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

RANGE SPONSOR – $750• Name and logo on signage on driving range • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

PUTTING GREEN SPONSOR – $750• Name and logo on signage on putting green • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

COURSE SPONSOR, 9 HOLES – $750• Name and logo on special signage at start of one “side” of the course, either at Hole #1 or Hole #10 • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

• Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots **Course sponsorship does not restrict hole sponsorship

BREAKFAST SPONSOR – $650• Name in text on signage at breakfast buffet • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• One playing spot

SCORE CARD SPONSOR – $625• Logo sticker on all scorecards • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• Two playing spots

PAR SPONSOR – $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• One playing spot


• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony• One playing spot

HOLE SPONSOR - $300• Name and logo on signage at assigned hole of the course• Table provided for promotional giveaways at assigned hole• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at Tournament kickoff and award ceremony


EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIPJune 9-11, 2013Based on the Chamber’s 10-week Leadership program, Executive Leadership is a concentrated version of this highly regarded experience. De-signed for the busy executive, this three-day inten-sive course focuses on local government, physical growth and development, entrepreneurship and difference making in our community.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Executive Leadership presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Opportunity to address the Executive Leadership class at the opening reception and graduation ceremony• 50% discount on Executive Leadership registration for one participant

GRADUATION SPONSOR – $1,200• Recognized as the host of this luncheon event concluding Executive LeadershipSponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address attendees, including program par-ticipants, and invited guests at graduation• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

BREAKFAST SPONSOR- $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• Table top signage at breakfast Monday, June 10 and Tuesday, June 11

NAMED LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP - $900• Recognition as the provider of one full scholarship to the

Executive Leadership program, enabling a local non-profit or small business leader to participate• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

OPENING RECEPTION SPONSOR – $800• Recognized as the host of this evening event to kick off Executive Leadership• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address attendees, including program par-ticipants, instructors, and guests at reception• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

BUS TOUR SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• Opportunity to address participants during bus tour

CONVERSATION SPONSOR (SESSIONS) - $500 EACH OR $3,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR-SHIP OF ALL 8

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at each session


LOCAL GOVERNMENT RECEPTIONJune 26, 2013This appreciation reception offers an opportunity to meet informally with elected officials and senior staff from Carrboro, Chapel Hill, Hillsborough, Orange County and the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools. Attendees include members of the Cham-ber’s Board of Directors, Economic Development and Public Policy committee and staff. Sponsors are invited to attend.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Local Government Reception presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• EIGHT complimentary tickets to the event

GOLD SPONSOR- $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• SIX complimentary tickets to the event

SILVER SPONSOR- $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • FOUR complimentary tickets to the event

BRONZE SPONSOR- $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to the event

HOST SPONSOR - VENUE & CATERING DONATIONThe Host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The Host may ar-range for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium


CEO SUMMIT July 30, 2013The CEO Summit is an invitation-only networking and discussion forum for local executives. This lun-cheon provides area CEOs the unique opportunity to meet, form peer relationships and discuss com-mon business concerns. The CEO Summit includes lunch for 30-40 executives.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,200• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 CEO Summit presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• ONE complimentary seat at the event

LUNCH SPONSOR - $1,000• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

GOLD SPONSOR- $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

SILVER SPONSOR- $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

BRONZE SPONSOR- $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium




STATE OF THE COMMUNITY REPORT August 27, 2013Born out of graduate student research at UNC, this briefing looks at Social, Environmental and Economic Indicators about the health of our com-munity. The Briefing delivers relevant information to more than 120 community and business leaders over a full, seated breakfast.

MEDIA SPONSOR - $5,000The media sponsorship is an exclusive in-kind partnership between the media outlet and the Chamber designed to cross-promote each entity.

•Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• EIGHT complimentary tickets to event

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 State of the Community Report presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• EIGHT complimentary tickets to event

GOLD SPONSOR - $975• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• SIX complimentary tickets to event

SILVER SPONSOR- $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name

and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • FOUR complimentary tickets to event

BRONZE SPONSOR- $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• TWO complimentary tickets to event




PRIMETIME BUSINESS EXPO September 19, 2013Chapel Hill’s largest Business Expo, Primetime, is hosted by the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce and features 40-60 displays from Chamber member and non-member businesses.

MEDIA SPONSOR - $10,000 The media sponsorship is an exclusive in-kind partnership between the media outlet and the Chamber designed to cross-promote each entity.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $2,500 • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event

GOODIE BAG SPONSOR - $600 + COST OF BAGS• Donation in-kind for attendees to fill with gifts and samples from table sponsors• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

TABLE SPONSOR - $300• Table sponsors receive a 6-foot table to display promotional materials at Primetime• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

HOST SPONSOR - VENUE & CATERING DONATIONThe Host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The host may ar-range for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.


ActionCOACH - Jim Jubilirer was one of several vendors at the 2012 Primetime Business Expo.


LEADERSHIP CHAPEL HILL-CARRBORO September-December 2013This 10-week intensive program is designed to ensure a continual pool of leadership talent for our community. Between 10-20 participants learn about social, cultural, political, and economic fac-ets of our community from today’s leaders. Team building and leadership skills curriculum is includ-ed, taught by local experts.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $3,000• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro presented by ABC Compa-ny), and one scholarship is named for the Presenting Sponsor• Sponsor name and logo on all promotional and educational materials. Inclusion in all press releases • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage• Opportunity to address the leadership class at the opening reception and graduation ceremony • Logo printed on Leadership T-Shirt or other apparel or imprinted gifts and the certificate of completion• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

GRADUATION SPONSOR – $1,200 OR VENUE & CATERING DONATION IN-KIND

• Recognized as the host of this two-hour luncheon event concluding the annual Leadership series Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address attendees, including program par-ticipants, and invited guests at graduation• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

NAMED LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP - $875• Recognition as the provider of one full scholarship to the Leadership program, enabling a local non-profit or small business leader to participate• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

OPENING RECEPTION SPONSOR – $800 OR VENUE & CATERING DONATION IN-KIND

• Recognized as the host of this two-hour evening event to kick off the Leadership series • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address attendees, including program par-ticipants, instructors, and guests at reception• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

ROPES COURSE SPONSOR - $400• Recognized as the sponsor of the challenge course • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address participants at ropes course• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

BUS TOUR SPONSOR - $400• Recognized as the sponsor of the bus tour • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address participants at lunch• Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

PRINTING SPONSOR - $500• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium at kick off and reception

Malinda Williams (Edward Jones), Will McInerney (Sacrifical Poets) and Joshua Strasburg (The Arc of Orange County) take a break during the Leadership day-long retreat at Triangle Training Center.


ORANGE + CHATHAM DEVELOPMENT BRIEFING September 11, 2013This seated breakfast event includes an informa-tional briefing covering numerous development projects underway and planned for Orange and Chatham Counties. Presenters and panel mem-bers include local elected officials, senior staff, and developers. The economic impact of each develop-ment is reviewed. More than 150 members and guests of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro and Chatham County Chambers typically attend this Briefing.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Orange and Chatham Counties Development Briefing pre-sented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event• EIGHT complimentary tickets to event

BREAKFAST SPONSOR - $1,000• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • SIX complimentary tickets to event

MEDIA SPONSOR - $1,000 OR DONATION IN-KIND

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • SIX complimentary tickets to event

GOLD SPONSOR - $995• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name

and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• SIX complimentary tickets to event

SILVER SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • FOUR complimentary tickets to event

BRONZE SPONSOR - $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event


• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event


BUSINESS HALL OF FAMENovember 13, 2013At the inaugural Chapel Hill-Carrboro Hall of Fame Gala, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce will honor individuals with a record of achievement that demonstrates excellence in busi-ness management, entrepreneurial and courageous thinking and action, inspiring leadership, commu-nity impact, and whose time as a business leader made a substantial, positive and lasting impact on the greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro communities.

The Business Hall of Fame Gala, a black-tie cel-ebration of the most prestigious business leaders in our community, will be held 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 13 at The Carolina Inn in Chapel Hill.

EXCLUSIVE: PRESENTING SPONSOR - $10,000 • The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Business Hall of Fame presented by ABC Company) • Recognition in major media promotional blitz:

• Print – ads in Chapel Hill Magazine, The Daily Tar Heel, Triangle Business Journal • Broadcast – interview on 97.9FM Morning News with Ron Stutts, the Peoples Channel• Digital – Ads on Chamber website and Chapelboro.com• Complimentary inserts in Chamber print newsletter• Feature story on presenting sponsor in Chamber print newsletter• Presenting sponsor recognized via Chamber Facebook (760+ likes) and Chamber Twitter (4,650+ followers)• Presenting sponsor recognized in Business Hall of Fame press releases

• Sponsor logo will be prominently displayed on the red carpet – step and repeat photo opportunity• Signature Cocktail of the evening named for Presenting Sponsor• Full-page ad (7” x 10”) in the Hall of Fame commemorative program• Sponsor name on attendee name tags • Sponsor recognized in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcoming Events), print newsletter (Connect the Dots), and event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage

• Presenting Sponsor acknowledgement on induction awards• Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals • Brief speaking opportunity at event • Complimentary table for EIGHT, including bottle of cham-pagne for the table

PLATINUM SPONSOR - $6,500 • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage• Recognition in major media promotional blitz:

• Print – ads in Chapel Hill Magazine, The Daily Tar Heel, Triangle Business Journal• Broadcast – interview on 97.9FM Morning News with Ron Stutts, the Peoples Channel• Digital – Ads on Chamber website and Chapelboro.com• Complimentary inserts in Chamber print newsletter• Platinum sponsor recognized via Chamber Facebook (760+ likes) and Chamber Twitter (4,650+ followers)• Platinum sponsor recognized in Business Hall of Fame press releases

• Verbal recognition from the podium • Half-page ad in the Hall of Fame commemorative program (3.5” x 5”) • SIX complimentary tickets to event

INDUCTION CEREMONY SPONSOR - $5,000• Induction Ceremony is named for the sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Induction presented by ABC Company) • Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage• Recognition in major media promotional blitz:

• Print – ads in Chapel Hill Magazine, The Daily Tar Heel, Triangle Business Journal• Broadcast – sponsor receives recognition in all broad-cast promotion (ie: radio and tv ads)• Digital – Ads on Chamber website and Chapelboro.com• Induction Ceremony sponsor recognized via Chamber Facebook (760+ likes) and Chamber Twitter (4,650+ followers)• Induction Ceremony sponsor recognized in Business Hall of Fame press releases

• Verbal recognition from the podium • Half-page ad in the Hall of Fame commemorative program (3.5” x 5”) • FIVE complimentary tickets to event

GOLD SPONSOR - $4,500• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org


• Recognition in major media promotional blitz: • Print – ads in Chapel Hill Magazine, The Daily Tar Heel, Triangle Business Journal• Broadcast – sponsor receives recognition in all broadcast promotion (ie: radio and tv ads)• Digital – Ads on Chamber website and Chapelboro.com• Gold sponsor recognized via Chamber Facebook (760+ likes) and Chamber Twitter (4,650+ followers)• Gold sponsor recognized in Business Hall of Fame press releases

• Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • FOUR complimentary tickets to event

SILVER SPONSOR - $3,000• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. • Recognition in major media promotional blitz:

• Print – ads in Chapel Hill Magazine, The Daily Tar Heel, Triangle Business Journal• Broadcast – sponsor receives recognition in all broadcast promotion (ie: radio and tv ads)• Digital – Ads on Chamber website and Chapelboro.com• Silver sponsor recognized via Chamber Facebook (760+ likes) and Chamber Twitter (4,650+ followers)• Silver sponsor recognized in Business Hall of Fame press releases

• Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

GIFT SPONSOR – $1,500 + IN-KIND DONATION• Gift Sponsors provide parting gifts for 250 attendees• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage• Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to the event

DESSERT SPONSOR - $1,250• Signage on each table• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to event

INVITATION SPONSOR - IN-KIND DONATION • Invitation Sponsors provide all printed materials for the event. Typical events include a printed invitation and event

program• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium • TWO complimentary tickets to the event

DECORATION SPONSOR – IN-KIND DONATION• Decoration Sponsors provide all decorations for the event. Typical decorations include floral centerpieces• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter (Upcom-ing Events) and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org• Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium• TWO complimentary tickets to the event

INAUGURAL BUSINESS HALL OF FAME COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM

• Full Page – 7” x 10” full bleed - $850• Half Page – 3.5” x 5” full bleed - $425

PRINT MEDIA SPONSOR - $10,000 The media sponsorship is an exclusive in-kind partnership between the media outlet and the Chamber designed to cross-promote each entity.

• Sponsor name and/or logo included in communications, materials and signage pertaining to the event/program• Sponsor name included mentions of the event and in the program • Sponsor will be included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Promotional, linked banner ad on Chamber website for six weeks leading up to the event• FOUR complimentary tickets to the event

BROADCAST MEDIA SPONSOR - $10,000The broadcast media sponsorship is an exclusive in-kind partner-ship between the media outlet and the Chamber designed to cross-promote each entity.

• Sponsor name and/or logo included in communications, materials and signage pertaining to the event/program• Sponsor name included mentions of the event and in the program • Sponsor will be included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Promotional, linked banner ad on Chamber website for six-weeks leading up to the event• FOUR complimentary tickets to the event.


BOARD RETREAT & PLANNING CONFERENCENovember or December 2013During the annual strategic planning conference of the Board of Directors, Board members and staff meet for a dinner session followed by a full day of work: the Board is led through facilitated discus-sions of short and long-term objectives and the future of the Chamber. Both incoming and retiring Board members are invited to attend. The Board of Directors is made up of 35 leaders across various industries within the Chapel Hill-Carrboro com-munity.

MEDIA SPONSOR - $1,000The media sponsorship is an exclusive in-kind partnership between the media outlet and the Chamber designed to cross-promote each entity.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and • Verbal recognition from the podium

DINNER SPONSOR - $650• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at dinner and retreat • Opportunity to bring welcome at retreat dinner

RETREAT SPONSOR - $500• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at dinner and retreat• Opportunity to bring welcome at retreat

LUNCH SPONSOR - $400• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials

and signage • Verbal recognition at retreat

BREAKFAST SPONSOR - $300• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from at retreat


• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from at retreat

Board Members Margot Lester (The Word Factory), Bob Saunders (Brooks Pierce), Barry Leffler (97.9 FM WCHL) and Fred Black (Black Star Strategies) complete the marshmallow challenge at the 2012 Board Retreat and Planning Conference.


SALUTE TO COMMUNITY HEROES December 12, 2013

Each December at a festive after hours event, the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber recognizes the men and women who are committed to making Chapel Hill-Carrboro a thriving, healthy and sustainable community. The Salute to Community Heroes awards are expressions of the Chamber’s commit-ment to our community and an effort to recognize and encourage volunteerism and selfless service.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Salute to Community Heroes presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at event

AWARD SPONSOR - $1,100 OR DONATION OF AWARDS AND ENGRAVING


GOLD SPONSOR - $950• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

SILVER SPONSOR - $750• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

BRONZE SPONSOR - $600• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

HOSTThe Host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The Host may ar-range for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.


The Carrboro Police Department was celebrated at the 2012 Salute to Community Heroes. Photo by Kevin Seifert.


INTER-CITY VISIT AND LEADERSHIP CONFERENCESeptember 2014Through the Inter-City Visit and Leadership Con-ference, your Chamber’s charitable Partnership for a Sustainable Community convenes leaders of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro community to learn from the experiences of another community, to better understand our community’s assets, and to build relationships among participants that help us suc-cessfully address our local challenges and opportu-nities. Diverse leaders from across our community including local business owners and managers, elected officials, university leaders, non-profit leaders, municipal and county staff, and commu-nity members participate in the Inter-City Visit. All members of our community are welcome and encouraged to participate.

DINNER AND FUN ACTIVITY SPONSOR - $3,000A chance for the group to unwind and share thoughts from their shared experience. As the sponsor of this high profile element of the program you will receive:

• This component of the Inter-City Visit is named for the Presenting Sponsor (Dinner and Fun Activity presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium and inclusion in any PowerPoint or event visuals• Brief speaking opportunity at dinner

RECEPTION SPONSOR - $2,000This reception is a networking and welcoming event. As the sponsor of this element of the program you will receive:

• This component of the Inter-City Visit is named for the Presenting Sponsor (Welcome Reception presented by ABC Company)•Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

• Opportunity to address attendees, including program par-ticipants, instructors, and guests at reception

BREAKFAST SPONSOR – $1,500The group will convene each morning to kick off the days’ activities. As the exclusive sponsor of this element of the program you will receive:

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

LUNCH SPONSOR – $1,500The group will break each afternoon. As the exclusive spon-sor of this element of the program you will receive:

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition from the podium

CONVERSATION SPONSOR (SESSIONS) - $500 EACH OR $4,000 FOR EXCLUSIVE SPONSOR-SHIP OF ALL 10

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Verbal recognition at each session

BUS TOUR SPONSOR - $350• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to address participants at lunch.

BREAK SPONSOR - $500• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

DEDICATED WEBSITE SPONSOR - $1,500Your banner ad with link to your site featured prominently on dedicated Inter-City Visit website.

NOTEBOOK SPONSOR - $500• Sponsor name and/or logo included on all notebooks handed out to session attendees.• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage


Dave Gephart (Gephart Marketing Solutions) and Rep. Verla Insko (NC General Assembly) at the October 2012 Business After Hours. Photo by Chapelboro.com.

SWAG SPONSOR (BAGS, NAME TAGS, ETC) - $800

• Sponsor name and/or logo included on all swag materials• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

GREENING SPONSOR - $500Greening sponsorships allow the Chamber and the Partner-ship to work toward sustainability through the use of recy-clable or compostable event materials and the purchase of carbon offsets.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

SCHOLORSHIP BENEFACTOR - $COST OF ATTENDANCE

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter and in event listings online at carolinachamber.org and at the Inter-City Visit website. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage

ONGOING MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES [Monthly, Quarterly, Annually]

EVENTS

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS [Monthly]

Business After Hours provides an opportunity to promote your organization by bringing members into your space and/or providing hospitality for the networking event. More than 75 members and guests attend Business After Hours, which is held on the THIRD Thursday of each month (exceptions for holidays), 5:30-7:30 p.m.

HOST SPONSOR - $700 PLUS VENUE & CATERING DONATION A Networking Event Host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The Host may arrange for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.

•Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communications, materials and signage • Opportunity to bring welcome• Verbal recognition from the podium


CO-SPONSOR - VENUE AND/OR CATERING DONATION

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Opportunity to bring welcome• Verbal recognition from the podium

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK [Monthly]

The Young Professionals Network serves members ages 40 and under. This networking event is held monthly; one event per quarter will include networking in addition to educa-tional programming. The goal of the Young Professionals Network is to nurture our youngest members to enhance their professional development and build active community members well into the future.

PRESENTING SPONSOR - $1,500 FOR THE SERIES (12 EVENTS)

• Verbal acknowledgement and promotion at each event• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Young Professionals Network presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • One complimentary insert in the Connect the Dots print newsletter. Month of your choice (value $250)• One complimentary ad in Upcoming Events e-newsletter (value $350)• Your business can offer exclusive discounts or offers to YPN members

HOST SPONSOR - VENUE & CATERING DONATION IN-KINDThe Host is responsible for hosting the event in its space as well as supplying catering for the event. The Host may ar-range for the donation of catering and/or venue provided by a co-sponsor member organization.

• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Opportunity to bring welcome• Verbal recognition from the podium

CHAMBER ORIENTATION [March, July, November]

This orientation for new Chamber members, new employees or managers of current member organizations, and those who would like a Chamber refresher traditionally draws an attendance of 40. Attendees include new members, Chamber Board members, committee members and Ambassadors. Three orientations are held each year- March, July, and November.

PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP $1,950• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Chamber Orientation presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Brief speaking opportunity at event

BUSINESS ROUNDTABLE [Monthly]

The Chamber hosts a monthly Small Business Roundtable, targeted toward businesses with five or fewer employees, and a bi-monthly Non-Profit Roundtable, targeted toward non-profit Chamber members. Both roundtables strengthen participants’ professional networks while providing them actionable information through speakers and panel presen-tations on relevant topics.

PRESENTING SPONSORSHIP $1,200 (SMALL, NON-PROFIT)

• The event is named for the Presenting Sponsor (i.e.: 2013 Small Business Roundtable presented by ABC Company)• Sponsor included in the Chamber e-mail newsletter, print newsletter, and event listings online at carolinachamber.org. Sponsor name and/or logo included on event communica-tions, materials and signage • Brief speaking opportunity at the beginning of each Roundtable


CUSTOM COMMUNICATIONS

LOBBY DISPLAY - $850/YEARLobby sponsors receive a framed 8 ½” x 11” display on our front wall - the most visible materials in our office’s visitor and relocation resource center. Other materials are placed near the display.

LOBBY LCD DISPLAY AD - $325/YEARThe Chamber’s Lobby LCD interactive touch screen interface provides valuable information to relocators, visitors and anyone looking for Chapel Hill-Carrboro resources. Your ad is prominently displayed throughout the navigable pages of this interface.

RELOCATION PACKET INSERTS - $250/QUARTERSponsor marketing materials are included in all reloca-tion materials distributed from the Chamber office for one quarter of the year or a total of 400 pieces. Sponsor provides inserts.

WEBSITE ADVERTISING Carolinachamber.org is a newly redesigned online portal to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro Chamber of Commerce. On the site, users can register for events, view a calendar of events, find information on relocating to the Chapel Hill-Carrboro area, explore Chamber and town news, or search the Cham-ber’s online business directory.

• Banner Ad (Run of Site) - $1,500 per year• Banner Ad – Specific Page - $1,850 per year• Web Block Ad (Run of Site) - $975 per year• Web Block Ad – Specific Page - $1,175 per year

PRINT AND ELECTRONIC NEWSLETTERSUPCOMING EVENTS E-NEWSLETTER- $350 PER MONTH OR $900 PER QUARTERUpcoming Events is distributed to 1,800 email addresses each month. 160px x 600px (horizontal x vertical).

CONNECT THE DOTS PRINT NEWSLETTER INSERTS - $250 PER MONTHThe print newsletter reaches approximately 1,400 member organizations and local and state government offices each month. Sponsor provides 1,500 8 ½” x 11” inserts, printed on 24 lb. paper, to be folded and mailed with the newsletter.

GOVERNMENT MATTERS E-NEWSLETTER - $350 PER MONTH OR $900 PER QUARTERGovernment Matters is an e-newsletter that reaches more than 1,100 email addresses each month. 160px x 600px (horizontal x vertical).

ANNUAL PUBLICATIONSFOOD FINDERThe Food Finder is the Chamber’s comprehensive dining guide, which features updated listings and descriptions of more than 100 restaurants, bakeries, caterers, coffee shops, dessert shops, ice cream and frozen yogurt parlors, wine bars and wine sellers and breweries. This guide is published in late April or early May, and 10,000 copies are distributed throughout the Chapel Hill-Carrboro community.

• Highlighted Listing - $100• Full Back Cover - $1,675• Full Page - $1,345• Half Page - $835• One-Third Page - $560• One-Sixth Page - $345

RELOCATION GUIDE MAGAZINEDetails?

BIG FISH – INDOOR BILLBOARD PRESENCEYour Chamber and Big Fish Digital Signs partnered to cre-ate a NEW ADVERTISING PROGRAM using in-business digital signage. It’s called THE NETT, and it is open to Chamber members only. Host a digital sign in your busi-ness and advertise your products or services to customers in your space as well as to potential customers who see your ad while visiting fellow members in THE NET.


COMMUNITY MAPThe Chamber produces and distributes 10,000 copies of the Community Map each year to Chamber members, lo-cal residents, visitors, relocators, and businesses inquiring about membership or relocation. The map is full-color and includes a large map of Chapel Hill and Carrboro, a map of Orange and northern Chatham counties, and inset maps of the University of North Carolina and downtown Hillsbor-ough.

• Full Outside Back Panel - $2,995 • Full Inside Front Panel - $1,995 • Full Inside Back Panel - $1,895 • One-half Inside Panel - $995 • One-third Inside Panel - $445 • One-sixth Inside Panel - $295

MAP LAYOUT - 39 1/2” X 26”

ONE-SIXTH PANELONE-THIRD PANELHALF PANELFULL PANEL

MAP AD SIZES

[ CHAMBER/PARTNERSHIP EVENTS ]

Annual Meeting (Jan. 29)□ Presenting Sponsor: $3,000□ Gold Sponsor: $1,600□ Business of the Year Award Sponsor: $1,500□ Lunch Sponsor: $1,200□ Silver Sponsor: $850□ Dessert Sponsor: $650□ Bronze Sponsor: $600□ Greening Sponsor: $500□ Annual Report Sponsor: $250-$1,250□ Sign Sponsor: Donation-in-Kind□ Printing Sponsor: Donation-in-Kind

Economic Outlook Briefing (March 13)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Gold Sponsor: $975□ Breakfast Sponsor: $850□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600

Eggs with Elected Officials (April 22)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Gold Sponsor: $975□ Breakfast Sponsor: $850□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600

Community Bocce Tournament (May 8-9)□ Presenting Sponsor: $2,500□ La Notte Prima Presenting Sponsor: $1,500 (or venue + cost of catering)□ Court Sponsor: $1,300 for 20 courts; $350 for four courts□ Gold Sponsor: $975□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Ball Sponsor: $750□ Scorecard Sponsor: $750□ Leaderboard Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600□ Beer Sponsor: $500 (or donation of two kegs)□ Wine Sponsor: $500 (or donation of 30 bottles)□ Major Gift Sponsor: $500 + Cost of gift□ Greening Sponsor: $500□ Printing Sponsor: $500□ Target Contest Sponsor: $350 □ Water Sponsor: $300 (or donation of 300 bottles)

Chamber Golf Classic (June 3)□ Presenting Sponsor: $6,000□ Reception Sponsor: $1,600

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[ GET INVOLVED! ]□ Lunch Sponsor: $1,500□ Golf Cart Sponsor: $1,100□ Golf Ball Sponsor: $1,000 + Cost of balls with logo imprint□ Major Gift Sponsor: $1,000 + Cost of gift□ Invitation Sponsor: $1,200 (or donation in-kind)□ Sign Sponsor: $1,200 (or donation in-kind)□ Eagle Sponsor: $975□ Birdie Sponsor: $750□ Range Sponsor: $750□ Putting Green Sponsor: $750□ Course Sponsor (9 holes): $750□ Breakfast Sponsor: $650□ Scorecard Sponsor: $625□ Par Sponsor: $600□ Greening Sponsor: $500□ Hole Sponsor: $300

Executive Leadership (June 9-11)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Graduation Sponsor: $1,200□ Breakfast Sponsor: $975□ Named Leadership Scholarship: $900□ Opening Reception Sponsor: $800□ Bus Tour Sponsor: $750□ Conversation Sponsor: $500/1 or $3,000/8

Local Government Reception (June 26)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Lunch Sponsor: $1,000□ Gold Sponsor: $975□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600

CEO Summit (July 30)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,200□ Gold Sponsor: $975□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600□ Host Sponsor: Venue & Catering Donation

State of the Community Report (Aug. 27)□ Media Sponsor: $5,000□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Gold Sponsor: $975□ Breakfast Sponsor: $850□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600

Primetime Business Expo (Sept. 19)□ Media Sponsor: $10,000□ Presenting Sponsor: $2,500□ Goodie Bag Sponsor: $600 + Cost of bags□ Table Sponsor: $300

Leadership Chapel Hill-Carrboro (Sept.-Dec.)

□ Presenting Sponsor: $3,000□ Graduation Sponsor: $1,200□ Scholarship Sponsor: $875□ Opening Reception Sponsor: $800□ Ropes Course Sponsor: $400□ Bus Tour Sponsor: $400□ Printing Sponsor: $500

Orange/Chatham Development Briefing (Sept. 11)

□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Breakfast Sponsor: $1,000□ Media Sponsor: $1,000□ Gold Sponsor: $995□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600

Business Hall of Fame (Nov. 13)□ Presenting Sponsor: $10,000□ Platinum Sponsor: $6,500□ Induction Ceremony Sponsor: $5,000□ Gold Sponsor: $4,500□ Silver Sponsor: $3,000□ Gift Sponsor: $1,500 + Cost of gift□ Dessert Sponsor: $1,250□ Invitation Sponsor: Donation in Kind□ Decoration Sponsor: Donation in Kind□ Commemorative Program Ads: $425-$850□ Print Media Sponsor: $10,000□ Broadcast Media Sponsor: $10,000

Board Retreat & Planning Conference (Nov. or Dec.)

□ Media Sponsor: $1,000□ Dinner Sponsor: $650□ Retreat Sponsor: $500□ Lunch Sponsor: $400□ Breakfast Sponsor: $300

Salute to Community Heroes (Dec. 12)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950□ Award Sponsor: $1,100 (or donation in-kind)□ Gold Sponsor: $955□ Silver Sponsor: $750□ Bronze Sponsor: $600

Inter-City Visit (Sept. 2014)□ Dinner + Fun Activity Sponsor: $3,000□ Reception Sponsor: $2,000□ Breakfast Sponsor: $1,500


□ Website Sponsor: $1,500□ Lunch Sponsor: $1,500□ Swag Sponsor: $800□ Conversation Sponsor: $500 each or $4,000 for 10□ Notebook Sponsor: $500□ Greening Sponsor: $500□ Break Sponsor: $500□ Bus Tour Sponsor: $350□ Scholarship Sponsor: Cost of attendance

Business After Hours (Monthly)□ Host: $700 + venue and catering donation□ Co-Sponsor: venue and catering donation

Young Professionals Network (Monthly)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,500□ Session Sponsor: $300□ Host: venue and catering donation

Chamber Roundtables (Monthly)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,200

Chamber Orientation (Quarterly)□ Presenting Sponsor: $1,950

[ CHAMBER COMMUNICATIONS ]

Lobby Display□ $850/year

Lobby LCD Display□ $325/year

Relocation Packet Insert□ $250/quarter

Website Ads□ Banner Ad (run of site): $1,500/year□ Banner Ad (specific page): $1,850/year□ Web Block Ad (run of site): $975/year□ Web Block Ad (specific page): $1,175/year

E-Newsletter AdSent monthly to 2,200 email addresses

□ $350/month or $900/quarter

Connect the Dots Print Newsletter InsertSent monthly to 1,400 addresses

□ $250/month

Government Matters E-Newsletter AdSent monthly to 2,200 email addresses

□ $350/month or $900/quarter

Food Finder 10,000 copies produced/distributed annually in partnership with The Daily Tar Heel

□ Highlighted Listing - $100□ Full Back Cover - $1,675□ Full Page - $1,345□ Half Page - $835□ One-Third Page - $560□ One-Sixth Page - $345

Community Map10,000 copies produced/distributed annually

□ Full Outside Back Panel - $2,995□ Full Inside Front Panel - $1,995□ Full Inside Back Panel - $1,895□ One-half Inside Panel - $995□ One-third Inside Panel - $445□ One-sixth Inside Panel - $295

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