Sponsorship Opportunities

The Annual Meeting is one of One Southern Indiana’s most popular gatherings, connecting you with some of the top business and community leaders in the region. Join us this year for an event that is packed full of exciting speakers, entertainment, and more. The program also includes accomplishments over the past year, recognition of our current and incoming leadership, and the announcement of the Ambassador of the Year, Chairman of the Year, Young Professional of the Year, and Economic Development Partner winners. Networking will follow the show. This event draws an attendance of more than 500 members.

Corporate Sponsor (limited to 3) - $2,500

• Recognition as Annual Meeting Corporate Sponsor
• Logo featured in event promotions including invitation, signage, web site, e-communications, and other materials as appropriate
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees
• Logo on sponsor banner at the event
• Recognition in the One Weekly (1si’s weekly e-newsletter) as a sponsor
• Reserved table of eight (8) in the front of room

Gold Sponsor- $1,500

• Recognition as Annual Meeting Gold Sponsor
• Logo featured in event promotions including signage, web site, e-communications, and other materials as appropriate
• Logo on sponsor banner at the event
• Recognition in the One Weekly as a sponsor
• Four (4) reservations at table in the front

Diversity & Inclusion Conference
(March)

Nearly 100 exhibitors and 500 participants attend this conference, which includes workshop sessions on a variety of topics. This is a regional event in its 11th year and is the only event of its type in the metro area.

Lead/Title Sponsor (limited to 1) - $5,000

• Recognition on all promotional materials e.g. fliers and advertisements
• Availability to briefly talk during the opening remarks at breakfast
• Logo recognition on promotional e-blasts leading up to Conference
• Logo recognition on promotional brochure, banner at Conference, and on all new paper advertisements
• Complimentary exhibit booth and 10 complimentary passes to the tradeshow, workshops, breakfast and lunch
• Name recognition at luncheon

Gold Sponsor (limited to 4) - $3,000

• Logo on promotional banner at conference
• Logo recognition on promotional brochure to mailing list Logo on all newspaper advertisements & listing in One Weekly
• Listed as Gold Level Sponsor on program materials
• Complimentary exhibit booth and four (4) complimentary passes to the Tradeshow, breakfast, lunch and workshops

Silver Sponsor - $1,500

• Logo recognition on signage at the conference
• Listed as sponsor on program materials
• Name recognition at welcome
• Complimentary exhibit booth & two (2) complimentary passes to the conference

Bronze Sponsor - $600

• Listed as sponsor on program materials
• Name recognition at welcome
• Two (2) complimentary passes to the conference

Luncheon Sponsor (1) $500
Breakfast Sponsor (1) $500
Workshop Sponsor (6) $200

Business Awards
(May)

The Southern Indiana Business Awards is a prestigious program acknowledging the achievements of home-grown businesses based in southern Indiana. We will celebrate 22 years of recognizing business owners and their
tremendous accomplishments with more than 350
attendees.

Platinum Sponsorship (Limited to 6) - $3,200

• Recognition as an Official Sponsor on all promotional materials (invitations, advertisements, and video)
• Logo recognition on promotional banner at luncheon
• Logo in e-blasts as a sponsor
• Listing as an Official Sponsor in the programs
• One complimentary table of eight (8) at the luncheon
• Company name sponsoring a specific award
• Company name on actual award being given

Gold Sponsorship- $1,600

• Logo recognition on signage at the luncheon
• Listing in e-blasts as a sponsor
• Four (4) complimentary tickets to the luncheon
• Logo recognition as a Sponsor in the programs, invitation and the video

Silver Sponsorship- $800

• Listing as a Sponsor in the programs
• Listing in e-blasts as a sponsor
• Two (2) complimentary tickets to the luncheon

Cocktail Reception Sponsor- $2,000

• Logo recognition of cocktail
• Listing in e-blasts as a sponsor
• Two (2) complimentary tickets to the luncheon

Networking on the Greens
Golf Scramble
(May)

Enjoy the best of two worlds - golf and networking. Play Fuzzy Zoeller's outstanding golf course and meet other business professionals in a relaxed, social environment. One of the largest golf tournaments in southern Indiana attracting more than 140 players, 1SI offers a great vehicle to connect to the who’s who in southern Indiana. Enjoy the game!

Title Sponsor (limited to 1) - $5,000

• Naming rights to the golf scramble
• Logo on sleeve of golf balls or another agreed upon item that will be given out to all players.
• A complimentary foursome ($700 value)
• Company logo on pre-publicity (registration form, a flier in the monthly Member Mailer, the 1SI website and sponsor banner that is displayed at the course)
• Excel Spreadsheet of all players for follow-up
• The company will also get recognition through press releases and e-blasts

Gold Sponsor - $1,600

• Complimentary foursome ($700 value)
• Company name on pre-publicity (registration form, the 1SI website and sponsor banner that is displayed at the course)
• The company will also get recognition through press releases and e-blasts

Silver Sponsor - $750

• Company name on pre-publicity (registration form, the 1SI website and sponsor banner that is displayed at the course)
• The company will also get recognition through press releases and e-blasts
• Complimentary Hole Sponsorship

Hole Sponsor (Up to 54) - $250 (with logo for an extra $50)

• 12’ X 18” sign with company name (no logo)
• Logo available for an extra $50

Business Boost (Expo)
(September)

The largest B2B EXPO in southern Indiana, this event features hundreds of attendees, nearly 100 exhibitors and unlimited networking opportunities. It is the only B2B Expo in Clark and Floyd counties.

Platinum Sponsor - $5,000

• Logo on exhibitor registration forms being mailed (going to print July 1st)
• Logo on Post Card Invitation to all potential attendees
• Logo (large) recognition on Expo signage
• Logo (large) recognition in all newspaper advertisements, on the One Southern Indiana Website and in all e-blasts
• Name recognition as Platinum Sponsor in press releases
• Logo Recognition in July Member Mailer flier
• Company mentions throughout day during announcements

Gold Sponsor- $1,500

• Name on exhibitor registration forms being mailed (going to print July 1st)
• Logo (small) recognition on Expo signage
• Logo on Post Card Invitation to all potential attendees
• Listing as Gold Sponsor in all newspaper advertisements, on the One Southern Indiana Website and in all e-blasts
• Name recognition as Gold Sponsor in press releases
• Company mentions throughout day during announcements

Luncheon Sponsor- $1,200

• Logo sticker on each box lunch
• Logo featured on signage at lunch pickup table
• Company mentions throughout day during announcements

Investor Reception
(Fall)

At least once a year, a formal reception is held in honor of all of One Southern Indiana’s Lead and Champion Investors.  These are the “movers and shakers” of our area who financially support southern Indiana’s only professional economic development program.  The Investor Reception is southern Indiana’s way of thanking and recognizing these companies for making the retention and creation of new commerce and new jobs possible in our area.  Sponsoring this event is a rare opportunity to interface with those responsible for our international award-winning work.

Platinum ~ $4,000 (one only)

• Availability to craft an ad for the 1SI e-blast to all invited guests and attendees prior to the event
• Be recognized as the Platinum Sponsor in front of top shareholders and Economic Development clients on all invitations, event promotions, e-communications, printed materials, and during the event
• Receive five (5) minutes during the program to speak to your peers
• Logo will be featured on all event signage including banner signs, and table signs
• Offer a “leave-behind” promotional item on all tables
• Advance and follow up e-mail blast on your behalf to all attendees
• Obtain a complete list of all invited guests & attendees

Gold ~ $2,000

• Be recognized as a gold sponsor in front of shareholders and Economic Development clients on all invitations, event promotions, e-communications, printed materials, and during the event
• Offer a “leave-behind” promotional item on all tables
• Logo will be featured on all event signage including banner signs, and table signs
• Obtain a complete list of all invited guests & attendees

Silver ~ $1,000

• Be recognized as a silver sponsor in front of shareholders and Economic Development clients on e-communications, printed materials, and during the event
• Offer a “leave-behind” promotional item on all tables
• Company name will be featured on all event signage including banner signs and table signs
• Obtain a complete list of all invited guests & attendees

Shareholders Day at the Downs

This is an exclusive event celebrating accomplishments in Economic Development. This is where we bring southern Indiana’s “Top Investors” together for one event. It is a unique opportunity to meet the companies who have invested capital and created jobs in southern Indiana.

Title Sponsor (limited to 1) - $10,000

• Availability to craft an ad for an 1si e-blast to all invited guests and attendees prior to the event
• Be recognized as the Platinum Sponsor in front of top shareholders and Economic Development clients on all invitations, event promotions, e-communications, website, printed materials, press releases, and during the event
• Receive five (5) minutes during the program to speak to your peers
• Logo will be featured on all event signage including banner signs, table signs, programs and more
• Have one race named in your honor—includes your name in all programs, shown on Churchill Downs TVs, and the ability to present the winner trophy complete with photo opportunities (Priceless!)
• Offer a “leave-behind” promotional item on all tables
• Invite six (6) guests to join you for the event ($97 value event)
• Obtain a complete list of all invited guests & attendees

Gold Sponsor (limited to 1) - $5,000

• Be recognized as a gold sponsor in front of shareholders and ED clients on all invitations, event promotions, e-communications, website, printed materials, press releases, and during the event
• Offer a “leave-behind” promotional item on all tables
• Logo will be featured on all event signage including banner signs, table signs, programs, and more
• Invite four of your guests to join you for the event ($97 value each)
• Obtain a complete list of all invited guests & attendees

Silver (limited to 2) - $2,500

• Be recognized as a silver sponsor in front of shareholders and ED clients on e-communications, website, printed materials, press releases, and during the event
• Offer a “leave-behind” promotional item on all tables
• Company name will be featured on all event signage including banner signs, table signs, programs, and more
• Invite two of your guests to join you for the event ($97 value each)
• Obtain a complete list of all invited guests & attendees

Public Policy Forums 

The Public Policy Forums are hosted by One Southern Indiana along with partner organizations. The forums bring authoritative speakers before an audience of business and government leaders to discuss the needs of the community.

The format for each forum will vary. Depending on the subject matter, some will consist of keynote speakers and others will be panel discussions. All forums will include breakfast, but the length of each will vary.

Expected attendance at each event is 75-100.

Platinum Sponsor ~ $1,500 per event

• Registration for eight (8) participants at event
• Opportunity to have a booth at the event
• Logo recognition on invitations
• Name recognition in Event Guide and Registration
• Name recognition on event signage
• Verbal recognition at event

Gold Sponsor ~ $1,000 per event

• Registration for six (6) participants at event
• Opportunity to have a booth at the event
• Name recognition on invitations
• Name recognition in Event Guide and Registration
• Name recognition on event signage
• Verbal recognition at event

Silver Sponsor ~ $500 per event

• Registration for two (2) participants
• Name recognition on event signage
• Verbal recognition at event

For additional information, contact Tonya Fischer at 812.945.0266 ext. 204 or at tonyaf@1si.org

Governor’s Luncheon

This breakfast/luncheon is an opportunity for the Governor of the State of Indiana to interact with leaders of the business community and relay his/her vision for the state of Indiana. Date is TBD. Expected attendance is 100.

Sponsorship ~ $1,000

• Registration for two (2) participants to be seated at the Governor’s table
• Logo recognition on invitations
• Name recognition on event signage
• Verbal recognition at event

Business Exchange

In today’s world, businesses face unprecedented expectations from customers, employees, and stakeholders. Businesses are in the midst of a new reality and owners, managers, and associates must work intently in adapting to an ever-changing business landscape.

This breakfast program will offer insight from some of the most customer-centric companies regarding principles you can apply to your business.

Series Dates/Locations
March 2012: Ivy Tech
October 2012: Ivy Tech

Presenting Sponsor - $2,500

• Recognition as Corporate Sponsor for all four (4) events
• Availability to address attendees at each of the four (4) events
• Logo featured as Corporate Sponsor on event marketing including invitation, signage, web site, e-communications, and other materials as appropriate
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees. We are anticipating 75 - 100 at each event
• Logo on sponsor banner at the events
• Six (6) tickets to give away or used by staff at each event.

Silver Sponsor - $1,250

• Recognition as Silver Sponsor for all four (4) events.
• Logo featured in event promotions including invitation, signage, web site, e-communications, and other materials as appropriate.
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees. Logo on sponsor banner at the events.
• Two (2) tickets to give away or used by staff at each event.

Client Connect Breakfast

This outstanding quarterly event educates members about what 1si is, our mission and how we can help your business connect. Held quarterly this program regularly draws 60 to 80 new members, 1SI Board Members, ambassadors, chamber staff, and other chamber partners.

It provides the presenting sponsor exclusive exposure to a targeted and diverse group of regional businesses. This event runs from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.

Gold Sponsor ~ $400 (per event)

• Opportunity to have a booth at the event
• Name recognition on invitations
• Name recognition in Registration e-blasts
• Name recognition on event signage
• Verbal recognition at event
• Opportunity to speak for three to five minutes

Coffee & Connections

This new monthly One Southern Indiana breakfast event will debut in early July of 2012. It will be a great opportunity to connect with fellow 1si members for one hour, hear an update on 1si activities and programs and hear a great speaker! Sponsorship cost is $1,500 per month and includes up to five minutes at the podium. The sponsor also receives the exclusive right to put marketing materials at each table setting.

Dates:
July—December 2012

Gold Sponsor - $1,500 (per event)

• Recognition as Coffee & Connections Gold Sponsor for three (3) events
• Logo featured in event promotions including invitation, signage, web site, e-communications, and other materials as appropriate
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees
• Logo on sponsor banner at the events
• Four (4) tickets to give away at each event
• Opportunity to address attendees
• Opportunity to have a table top display at the event

Metro Manufacturing Alliance

This is a unique forum designed by manufacturers for manufactures. Manufacturing managers from the region have a chance to meet with their peers. Now, you have the opportunity to get your message to this exclusive group of companies.

Title Sponsorship - $3,000

• Company logo placed on pull-up banner at all events
• Click-thru branding on all e-correspondence
• Company literature and/or promotional items at each place setting at all meetings
• Company logo on all marketing materials, hand-outs and e-newsletters
• Availability to design one e-mail per quarter that 1si will send to the MMA on the company’s behalf

Supporting Sponsor - $1,000

• Company logo as supporting sponsor placed on pull-up banner at all events
• Company literature and/or promotional items at each place setting at all meetings
• Company logo on all marketing materials, hand-outs and e-newsletters
• Metro Manufacturing Alliance Monthly e-Newsletter
• Banner Ad
• 12 Banner Ads $1,200
• 4 Quarterly Ads $350
• 1 Ad $150

Metro Manufacturing Alliance Monthly e-Newsletter

• Article
• Article for the e-newsletter: $250

Network of Champions

Network of Champions is a monthly series of relationship-building programs geared to help both Indiana and Louisville business owners, executives, and professionals connect to decision makers, build a referral base, and brand their product/service. Network of Champions is uniting the Louisville and Indiana markets. The rotating program formats include the 30-Second Briefing, the Roundtable, the Morning Mix and Speed Connections.

Expected attendance at each event is 70 - 80.

Champion Sponsor- $4,000

• Recognition as exclusive Champion Sponsor at each monthly meeting (total of 11 meetings)
• Sponsor name & logo featured in monthly event promotions including signage, web site, e-communications, and other materials as appropriate: approx 10,000 impressions per month
• Five (5) minute time slot for a sponsor presentation
• Table-top booth space will be available per event
• Distribute promotional materials on seats
• Provision of database of attendees following each event
• Follow-up e-blast to all attendees
• Logo placed on event banner and signage

Gold Sponsors (limited to 3) - $1,500

• Recognition as Gold Sponsor at each monthly meeting (total of 11 meetings)
• Sponsor name & logo featured in monthly event promotions including signage, web site, e-communications, newspaper ads, and other materials as appropriate: approx 10,000 impressions per month
• Table-top booth space will be available per event
• Distribute promotional materials on seats
• Provision of database of attendees following each event
• Logo placed on event banner and signage

Silver - $300 (One Month)

• Recognition as Silver Sponsor at each monthly meeting (total of 11 meetings)
• Table-top booth space will be available per event
• Distribute promotional materials on seats

Pearls of Wisdom

Have you ever admired a successful business woman and wondered how she made it to the top? This program provides attendees the opportunity to hear from both local and regional women that have created their own destinies. They are distinguished, wise and accomplished career women willing to share their “Pearls of Wisdom”.

As a sponsor both you and the attendees will engage one-on-one with local accomplished woman professionals for an in-depth discussion and hear from a successful Key-Note speaker.  This event will leave you energized and motivated to tackle new challenges.

Expected attendance at each event averages more than 100.

Dates:

March 16th at Kye’s
June 15th at Kye’s
September 21st at Kye’s

Corporate Sponsor - $4,000

• Recognition as Corporate Sponsor for all three (3) events
• Availability to address attendees at each of the three (3) events
• Logo featured as Corporate Sponsor on event marketing
• including invitation, signage, web site, e-communications, and
• other materials as appropriate
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees
• Logo on sponsor banner at the events
• Six (6) tickets to give away at each event
• Gold level sponsor benefits at Women in Business

Gold Sponsor - $2,000

• Recognition as Pearls of Wisdom Gold Sponsor for three (3)
• events
• Logo featured in event promotions including invitation, signage,
• web site, e-communications, and other materials as
• appropriate
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees.
• Logo on sponsor banner at the events
• Four (4) tickets to give away at each event

Bronze Sponsor - $500 (for one of the 3 events)

• Recognition as Pearls of Wisdom Bronze Sponsor for one event
• Logo featured in event promotions including web site,
• e-communications, and other materials as appropriate
• Opportunity to distribute a promotional piece to all attendees
• Logo on sponsor banner at the events
• Two (2) tickets to give away for one event

Sales & Marketing Success

Sales & Marketing Success is a series of six seminars where experts in sales and marketing share their recipe for success for today’s business market. This program is no additional cost to members to attend and pulls in about 50-80 attendees at each event.

Gold Sponsors (2) - $3,000

• Recognition as Gold sponsor at each bi-monthly meeting.
• Sponsor name & logo featured in event promotions including signage, web site, e-communications, newspaper ads, and other materials as appropriate
• Name recognition on printed event calendars
• A five (5) minute time slot will be allotted for a sponsor presentation to attendees
• Logo placed on event banner and signage
• List of event attendees within a few days of program
• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials on seats

Women in Business

A monthly luncheon program designed to empower and inspire women business professionals through inspirational messages, symposiums, and relationship building opportunities. This regional event offers sponsors branding, recognition and speaking time, a booth at each event, and a list of attendees.

Platinum Sponsor- $4,000

Benefits Include:

• Recognition as exclusive Platinum Sponsor at each monthly meeting (total of 11 meetings)
• Sponsor name & logo featured in monthly event promotions including signage, web site, e-communications, newspaper ads, and other materials as appropriate
• Five (5) minute time slot for a sponsor presentation
• Distribute promotional materials on seats
• Provision of database of attendees following each event
• Name recognition on printed event calendars
• Follow-up e-blast to all attendees
• Logo placed on event banner and signage
• Gold level sponsorship benefits at Pearls of Wisdom
• Table-top booth space will be available per event

Gold Sponsor (limited to 3) - $2,000

Benefits Include:

• Recognition as Gold Sponsor at each monthly meeting (total of 11 meetings)
• Sponsor name & logo featured in monthly event promotions including signage, web site, e-communications, newspaper ads, and other materials as appropriate
• Distribute promotional materials on seats
• Provision of database of attendees following each event
• Logo placed on event banner and signage

Silver Sponsors (1 month) $300

• Recognition as Silver Sponsor at each monthly meeting (total of 11 meetings)
• Distribute promotional materials on seats
• Table-top booth space will be available per event