2016 - Ames€¦ · company profile, logo) (distributed to over 8,000 addresses) × (weekly Chamber radio updates, and at the Annual Event) (logo on site display, opportunity to speak)

2016sponsorship opportunities

sponsorship cost annualreport

newsletterrecognition

eventsignage

verbalrecognition

programrecognition

reservedseating

presenting $10,000 (full-page company profile, logo)

(distributed to over 8,000 addresses)

× (weekly Chamber radio updates + recognized at event)

(logo on promotional materials, site display)

(10 tickets)

platinum $5,000 (half-page profile) x × (recognized at event) (on-site display) (6 tickets)

gold $2,500 (quarter-page profile) x × (recognized at event) (4 tickets)

silver $1,000 (1/16-page profile) x × (recognized at event) (2 tickets)

reservedseating

$850 (10 tickets + savings)

community membershipmembership engagement opportunities

The combined event of the Ames Chamber of Commerce, Ames Economic Development Commission, Main Street Cultural District, Young Professionals of Ames, Ames Seed Capi-tal, LLC, and Campustown Action Association celebrates the accomplishments of the past year, while forecasting what is to come in the upcoming year. The Annual Event is held in late January or early February. A recap of the Awards Banquet (held prior to the Annual Event) will be presented. Sponsoring the Annual Event highlights your business as one of our community’s top supporters, and gives you exposure to some of the area’s top business professionals.

Projected attendance of 400.

ANNUAL EVENT

ANNUAL AWARDS LUNCHEONThe combined event of the Ames Chamber of Commerce, Ames Economic Development Commission, Main Street Cultural District, Young Professionals of Ames, Ames Seed Cap-ital, LLC, and Campustown Action Association celebrates the accomplishments of the annual award recipients for each organization. The Annual Awards Banquet will feature a keynote speaker and presentation of awards. Sponsoring the Annual Awards Banquet high-lights your business as one of our community’s top supporters, and gives you exposure to some of the area’s top business professionals. A video recap of the Awards Banquet will be presented at the Annual Event. Sponsorship provides for complimentary attendance for award recipients and guests. Event to be held the week prior to the Annual Event (late Jan-uary/early February).


sponsorship cost eventpublicity


eventsignage

verbalrecognition

programrecognition

table

presenting $5,000 (full-page company profile, logo)


× (weekly Chamber radio updates, and at

the Annual Event)

(logo on site display, opportunity to speak)

(10 tickets)

award sponsor

$2,000 (((half-page company profile, logo)

× × × (6 tickets)

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AMES CHAMBER GOLF DAYThe Ames Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Day is a four-person best shot tournament for Chamber members of all talent levels! Participants are served a complimentary lunch with an afternoon tee time. Prizes are awarded for the top three teams and the last place team. The Annual Golf Day is always a fun and enjoyable event for our members! The tourna-ment is held every summer at a local Ames golf course. 144 golfers (2 teams per golf hole for shotgun start).

sponsorship cost eventpublicity


eventsignage

programrecognition

other

presenting $2,500 (mention in Chamber Weekly Email - 1,600 subscribers – min.4x)

× × × (company logo on golfer gifts)

gold $1,000 x (distributed to over 8,000 addresses)

× (logo on paper registration form, on

event program)

(company name on golf towels)

lunch $500 x × × (logo on event program)

golf hole $400 x × × × hole-in-one $350 × × × × responsible for covering hole-

in-one insurance plan

golf ball $350 × × × (company logo on golf balls – sponsor provided)

beverage $150 – × × (at beverage stations/beverage cart)

golf team $400 gather a team of four individ-uals and enjoy a terrific day on

the course!

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This is a great way to have a presence at our monthly ribbon cuttings. Sponsor the Scissors and Ribbon up to 10/month as businesses remodel, move or reach a milestone.Contact Jan Williams at [email protected]

Your contribution includes monthly recognition during our personal, unannounced visits to random Chamber members. Your logo is placed on the opposing side of our Chamber greeting and gift bag tag filled with seasonal treats.

Your business and logo will be listed in the Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update newsletter (Mailed to approximately 1,600 addresses and is a supplement to the Ames Tribune. The Tribune has a circulation of approximately 7,000 households in Story County.) Ames Chamber Ambassadors also receive a distinctive name tag for all events they attend and help welcome and inform new members of upcoming events.

• Increased name and face recognition for individual/business • Distinctive name tag at all Chamber events

• Increased networking opportunities including: • Connecting one-on-one with new and existing Chamber members • Gaining referral opportunities through other Ambassadors

• Name and business listed in the Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update

• Potential media coverage from attendance at Chamber events

• Opportunity to get insider’s perspective of the local business community

• Opportunity to meet local business and community leaders

• Opportunity to help the community/show community pride

• Special educational programming by industry specialists

benefits

Chamber Ambassadors

Ribbon Cuttings

Retention Recognition

sponsorship cost event publicity signage other

premier $1000 (all inclusive )

(logo presence at various weekly, monthly, and quarterly events related to member programming)

x purchase of name tags, ribbon, gift bags, etc.

CHAMBER AMBASSADORS, RIBBON CUTTINGS & RETENTION PROGRAM

Contact Jan Williams at [email protected]

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sponsorship cost pre-eventpublicity


signage other

presenting $5,000 (hosting the event, mention as Premier Sponsor in Chamber Weekly Email - 1,600 subscribers)


(event signage +display tent)

(logo on website calendar + paper registration form, includes 6

event tickets)

gold $2,500 (mention as Premier Sponsor in Chamber Weekly Email- 1,600 subscribers)

× × (logo on website calendar + paper registration form, includes 6

event tickets)

beverage $1,000 (mention in Chamber Weekly Email- 1,600 subscribers)

× (event signage at beverage stations)

(includes 4 event tickets)

entertainment $500 (sponsor live band to play + mention in Chamber Weekly Email- 1,600 subscribers)

× × (includes 2 event tickets)

drinking mug $500 (logo on drinking mugs presented to Past Chairs of the Ames Chamber Board + mention in Cham-

ber Weekly Email - 1,600 subscribers)

× × (includes 2 event tickets)

grill master $0 (opportunity to “work” the grill , cook steaks for attendees + mention in Chamber Weekly Email-

1,600 subscribers)

× (name and logo near the grill)

(includes 2 event tickets)

The Ames Chamber past board chairs host this popular annual event. This casual, no-ties-allowed, grill-your-own-steak fry is a great networking event where you can make new contacts and catch up with old friends! Held on the Tuesday after Labor Day, rain or shine! Projected attendance of 300.

PAST CHAIRS ANNUAL STEAK FRY

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

sponsorship cost event publicity newsletter recognition otherexclusive host $850 (mentioned in Chamber Facebook posts,

Chamber Email newsletters)(distributed to over 8,000 addresses) x

These evening receptions are hosted monthly by member businesses as a great opportunity to network with an average attendance of 200+ members and guests. Any business wanting to do a “Business During Hours” is encouraged to do so from 11-1 on their chosen date.

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community developmentleadership, community outreach and education

sponsorship cost event publicity newsletterrecognition

signage programrecognition

other

presenting $3,000 (mention in 2015-2016 application, dis-tribute a gift-sponsor provided- to the class + Chamber Weekly Emails - 1,600

subscribers)


× (logo on class materials and invi-tations, opportunity to speak at

any session, including graduation dinner)

(2 guest tickets to graduation dinner)

class computer bag

$1,500 (company logo on bag + mention in Chamber Weekly Emails -

1,600 subscribers -1x)

× (recognition in class materials, opportunity to be present at

first session to present t-shirts + recognitions at class graduation)

graduation $500 (opportunity to address graduates and guests, distribute a gift - sponsor

provided + Chamber Weekly Email - 1,600 subscribers - 1x)

× (recognition in event invitations) (1 guest ticket to graduation dinner)

30th anniversary reunion

$1000 (engage with 500 business leaders and professionals during legacy

and leaders reception)

x x × x

2016-2017

Leadership Ames was created by the Ames Chamber of Commerce to develop informed, involved and concerned local leaders. The program gives both experienced and developing leaders a broader view of civic leadership responsibilities and opportunities through direct contact with a wide spectrum of institutions and people who shape the community where we live and work. Participants selected for the Leadership Ames Class will listen to presen-tations, debate issues, participate in class activities, visit with area leaders, tour facilities and get to know individuals representing a broad cross-section of the community. Class members also complete a service project of their choosing. 12 sessions, plus a graduation evening event - Sessions held September through May.

LEADERSHIP AMES XXX

september: leadership development ioctober: non-profit dayoctober: ames community schools daynovember: healthcare daydecember: city of ames dayjanuary: leadership development iijanuary: state and county government dayfebruary: community development day february: agriculture daymarch: business and industry dayapril: iowa state university daymay: quality of life day

• Recognition on application form.

• Recognition in printed schedule in class material.

• Chamber Website event calendar for session sponsored.

• Mention in Chamber Monthly Update.

• Event signage during themed session.

• Verbal recognition during session sponsored and at graduation dinner.

session sponsorship: sessions and benefits listed below$350


signage programrecognition

other

presenting $3,000 (mention in 2015-2016 application, company logo on sleeve of class shirt,

mention at every class meeting + Chamber Weekly Emails - 1,600

subscribers)


× (logo on class materials and invita-tions, opportunity to speak at mid-year session + graduation dinner)

(2 guest tickets to graduation

dinner)

graduation $500 (listed on Youth Leadership Ames page on Chamber Website)

× × (recognition at graduation dinner)

2016-2017

The Ames Chamber of Commerce and Young Professionals of Ames are pleased to present Youth Leadership Ames. Following in the footsteps of the Chamber’s successful Leadership Ames program, the Youth Leadership Ames program is designed to develop the community leadership potential of area high school students in the Chamber member school districts. High School juniors from member schools (Ames, Ballard, Gilbert) are selected to partic-ipate in this 9-month leadership program held September through May. Each month, the selected individuals will focus on a different topic: team building, non-profit organizations, city organization, healthcare, leadership development, community development, business & industry, secondary education. They will also have the opportunity to tour area business-es and hear from community and business leaders. A graduation dinner concludes the year.

YOUTH LEADERSHIP AMES VI

september: team building sessionoctober: non-profit daynovember: city of ames daydecember: healthcare day january: leadership developmentfebruary: financial managementmarch: business and industry dayapril: secondary education

• Listed on Youth Leadership of Ames Page

• Recognition in printed schedule in class material.

• Chamber Website event calendar for session sponsored

• Mention in Chamber Monthly Update.

• Event signage during session sponsored.

• Verbal recognition during session sponsored and at graduation dinner.

session sponsorship: sessions and benefits listed below$350

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annual $1000 logo on invitation and thank you at event x

Quarterly, be the business to welcome our newest members into the Ames Chamber of Commerce family. Increase your visibility during this casual reception to meet and greet our newest Chamber Members. New member visits gets you noticed as a business that cares!

NEW CHAMBER RECEPTION


annual $1000 logo on invitation and thank you at event x

Quarterly, reaffirm to our existing members the value and appreciation of Chamber affiliation.

RETENTION RECEPTION

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LEADERCASTThe Ames Chamber of Commerce will host a leadership conference this Spring in conjunction with LEADERCAST. This is a nationwide event shown on screens where you telecast different speakers delivering a message. Sponsoring this event highlights your business as our community leader. This event is held in early May.


sponsorship cost event publicity newsletter recognition otherpresenting $5,000 (recognition at event with business

name/logo on table tent)(distributed to over 8,000 addresses) include promotional materials in gift bags to

new members + Chamber Facebook posts + 10 tickets

gold $2,000 × × include promotional materials in gift bags to new members + Chamber Facebook posts +

6 tickets

silver $1,000 × × include promotional materials in gift bags to new members + Chamber Facebook posts +

4 tickets

bronze $750 × × include promotional materials in gift bags to new members + Chamber Facebook posts +

2 tickets

lunch $1,500 × × include promotional materials in gift bags to new members + Chamber Facebook posts +

5 tickets


signage other

presenting $500 (recognition at the event) x x (logo in weekly e-mail)

quarter 1 $150 x x (mention in weekly e-mail)




QUARTERLY MORNING MINGLE & NEWSAre you an early bird and like to get your day started with news and networking? Than this quarterly opportunity is for you! Networking and marketing begins early in the day while you learn about various topics and industry notions to get the day started off right! Session topics and dates to be determined.

workforce solutionsleadership, community outreach and education

WORKFORCE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIESwww.workinames.com is a free job board targeting job seekers that are looking for an opportunity in the Ames or Story County area. Sponsor this website and your logo will be placed on the home screen and will link directly to your website. You also receive your com-pany logo on our “Top Employers” banner that is displayed at all recruiting events and speaking engagements. You will also be listed as a website sponsor on all print advertising of the website.


signage other

annual $250 x x x

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CONCIERGE PROGRAMThe “Smart Choice – Ames” Concierge program is available to sponsoring members as a recruiting and retention tool. Recruiting quality candidates can be a challenge in today’s job market. We are here to support you. Our Workforce Solutions staff works directly with your company to address employees’ relocation needs including tours of the community, housing, education, community information, and more. Your prospective employees receive all the needed information about the community that promotes a smooth transition to the Ames Community. The services don’t end once they get here! We check in with them periodically to make sure the transition is a good one. We also have new resident events to introduce them to others who are new to the area.


signage other

annual $2,500 x x x

sponsorship cost event publicity newsletter recognition

series sponsor $5,000 (logo on all marketing materials, Chamber Facebook Posts + mention in Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update)


event sponsor $500 (logo on all marketing materials, does an event within the series, Chamber Facebook Posts + mention in Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update)

×

giveaway sponsor $500 (logo on gift given to all summer interns- previously we have gifted sunglasses, cups, + koozies)

×

The Ames Economic Development Commission (AEDC) hosts a series of three or four events over the summer months for interns in the Ames/Story County area. These “See Yourself in Ames” events are an opportunity for local interns to better acquaint themselves with our community and area business leaders. Once interns see what the Ames/Story County area has to offer, we hope they will consider staying in our area once they begin their careers.

SEE YOURSELF IN AMES: SUMMER INTERN PROGRAM

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The Ames Chamber of Commerce, Ames Economic Development Commission (AEDC) and their affiliate partners all work to grow the economic base of the community. This is accomplished by facilitating the expansion and retention of existing businesses, establishing full-service business sites and buildings, recruiting new targeted business opportunities, and pursuing community development efforts that enhance the infrastructure, marketability, and quality of life of Ames and the surrounding area. The Ames Chamber and AEDC are pleased to present a forecast of local and state opportunities, challenges and trends and how they affect the Ames business community. This luncheon will feature a keynote speaker that is an expert in economic development.

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK LUNCHEON


signage other

presenting $5,000 (listed as Presenting Sponsor on all promotional pieces, recognition in

Chamber Weekly Email - 1,600 subscribers + Event Calendar)


(display table at luncheon)

(opportunity to distribute materials to all attendees, introduce keynote speaker, meet one

on one -before or after the event - with keynote + includes 1 table of ten seats in premier location)

gold $1,000 (listed as Gold Sponsor on all promotional pieces, recognition in

Chamber Weekly Email - 1,600 subscribers)

× (opportunity to distribute materials to all attendees, includes 4 complimentary tickets with

seating in a premier location)

table $200 × (table signage) (reserved dining table for 10 attendees)

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corporate $10,000 (Rights to the highest sponsorship level, listed as Corporate Sponsor in all written communications, logo shown on all promotional materials before, during, and

after six month market)

(own promotional materials located at “information booth”)

(logo listed on bottom of AmesMainStreetFarmersMarket.com

and linked to your website)

musician’s $5,200 (Mentioned as Musician’s Sponsor on all promotional materials before, during, and after six month market)

(signage in front of all 52 Musicians stating you as their sponsor, minimum

of 78,000 seeing your organization)



children’s $3,000 (Mentioned as Children’s Sponsor on all promotional materials before, during, and after six month market,

several families standing in line)

(signage in front of all events such as petting zoo, pony rides, free face

painting, bounce hours, etc.)



media*ames only

$5,000 (Mentioned as Media Sponsor on all promotional materials before, during, and after six month market)



gold $3,000 (Mentioned as Gold Sponsor with large logo on all promotional materials before, during, and after six

month market)(own promotional materials located at

“information booth”)(logo listed on bottom of

AmesMainStreetFarmersMarket.com and linked to your website)

silver $2,000 (Mentioned as Silver Sponsor with medium logo on all promotional

materials before, during, and after six month market)



bronze $1,000 (Mentioned as Bronze Sponsor with small logo on all promotional

materials before, during, and after six month market)



chef’s table $600 (Listed as Chef Table Sponsor on all promotional materials before, during, and after six month market)

(signage in front of Chef’s Table where we have Chefs perform cooking demos each week minimum of 78,000 people

seeing your organization)



salsa contest

$600 (Opportunity to provide one judge. Listed as Annual Salsa Contest Sponsor on all promotional materials before, during, and after six month market - entries

from Cedar Rapids, Radcliff, etc.)

x (logo listed on bottom of AmesMainStreetFarmersMarket.com


chili cook off

$600 (Opportunity to provide one judge. Listed as Annual Chili Cook Off Contest Sponsor on all promotional

materials before, during, and after six month market )

x (logo listed on bottom of AmesMainStreetFarmersMarket.com


bacon sweet and savory contest

$600 (Opportunity to provide one judge. Listed as Annual Bacon Sweet & Savory Contest Sponsor on all promo-

tional materials before, during, and after six month market )



The Ames Main Street Farmers’ Market is a new tradition for Ames and the surrounding area. The Market has grown to host 3,000 plus visitors each week. Showcasing locally produced fruits and vegetables, honey, homemade cheese, baked goods, jams and jellies, popcorn, local meat, eggs, bedding plants, perennials, and cut flowers. The market provides a platform for our local craftsmen and artists to highlight their talents. Additionally, the market provides free children’s activities, cooking demos, live entertainment and several special events. Held every Saturday, May through October giving a 6 month opportunity to promote your business.

AMES MAIN STREET FARMERS’ MARKET

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government relationseducation and engagement


lunch $5,000 (name on all promotional materials, sponsorship listed online for the entire year, appear in 2 issues of Ames Business Monthly- 8,000 addresses, promoted

in 10 Chamber Weekly Updates + all printed material distributed the day of the event + in the Legislative Update the month prior to the event, verbally and

visually promoted throughout the entire day)

(company name on numerous signs near entrances and the

serving station)

(unique, exclusive opportunity to thank our

Legislators and state officials)

day sponsors

$600 (Day Sponsors will receive a display booth at the Capital Rotunda, will be listed as a sponsor online for the entire year, appear in 2 issues of Ames Business

Monthly - 8,000 addresses + min. of 6 Chamber Weekly Updates, appear on all printed materials distributed the day of + in the Legislative Update two weeks

prior to the event)

(network, engage, and in-form over 500 individuals

in attendance)

booth space $200 (sponsors will receive a display booth in the Capitol Rotunda, listed as Booth sponsor in 1 issue of Ames Business Monthly- 8,000 addresses, included in 1 Chamber Weekly Update + will appear in the Legislative Update the week of

the event)

(network, engage, and in-form over 500 individuals

in attendance)

Join us for Ames Day at the Capitol, where Ames business, community, and institutional leaders will have a unique opportunity to interact with State Legislators, officials, and lob-byists at our beautiful State Capitol. The day’s agenda includes meetings with Legislative Leadership and an Ames community showcase in the Capitol Rotunda, which provides ex-cellent exposure for any participant, as more than 500 people attend. Lunch is provided by Hickory Park, a perk that makes Ames Day at the Capitol one of the most memorable days of the entire Session. Rooted in the heart of the Legislative Session, Ames Day at the Cap-itol presents Chamber members an opportunity to showcase their organization and engage decision makers making policy decisions on their behalf.

AMES DAY AT THE CAPITOL

sponsorship cost event publicity other

premier $2,500 (top billing on all trip promotional materials, including Federal Priorities booklet + tablet/smart phone app, logo listed as Premier Sponsor in 5 issues of the Ames Business Monthly, 8 Chamber Weekly

Updates, listed online for the entire year + company name and logo in four Legislative Updates the month before the trip)

(earns you a trip invitation, and a chance to speak at dinner)

dinner $1,000 (organization listed in 3 issues of Ames Business Monthly, recognized in the tablet/smart phone app for the trip + in 4 Chamber Weekly Updates and 2 Legislative Update)

(earns you a trip invitation + chance to speak at dinner)

app/mobile site

$1,000 (company logo on front page of site and top billing on site’s sponsor page, listed in 3 ABM, 4 chamber weekly updates and 2 Leg updates)

(earn trip invite)

Each year, the Chamber assembles a delegation of community, business, and institution-al leaders to travel to Washington, D.C. and present our federal priorities to our federal elected officials and select federal agencies. The trip provides an excellent opportunity to provide a clear and unified message to our elected officials, their staffs’, and federal agen-cy representatives’ regarding critical policy issues of the Ames community. Through this direct interaction with our Senators, Congressmen, and federal officials, we ensure criti-cal policy issues of the Ames and Story County community are heard and addressed in the most effective and efficient manner possible.

FEDERAL PRIORITIES TRIP TO WASHINGTON, D.C.

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presenting $1,000 (logo on the Legislative Agenda which is distributed at all Luncheons and events + listen in event promotional materials)

(recognition at beginning and during each Legislative Luncheon and at Ames Day at the Capitol)

Each year, the Ames Chamber works with local community, business, and institutional leaders and our partner organizations throughout the state to develop legislative priorities, which guide the Chamber’s advocacy efforts during the Legislative Session. The Chamber’s Legislative Agenda is unveiled at the December Legislative Luncheon and is distributed at all Chamber legislative events throughout the Session. Following its unveiling, the agenda is also announced to all Chamber members through a special email update. An electronic copy of the agenda is also available upon request.

LEGISLATIVE AGENDA


season sponsor

$1,000 (Sponsorship is for one calendar year, company name recognized in 9 issues of Ames Business Monthly, included in all Chamber Weekly Updates promoting any Luncheon + listed online all year and on the

event registration page)

(company logo on signage at each Legislative Luncheon

throughout the year + table tent on each table)

(verbal recognition at the begin-ning of each Luncheon)

lunch sponsor

$300 (company name recognized in 5 issues of Ames Business Monthly, included in all Chamber Weekly Updates promoting any Luncheon +

listed online all year)

(table tent on each table) (verbal recognition at the begin-ning of each Luncheon)

Legislative Luncheons occur throughout the year to provide business, community, and in-stitutional leaders an opportunity to engage state, county, and local elected officials. The Luncheons provide Chamber members an opportunity to question and interact with our state, county, and local elected officials throughout the year and facilitate transparency and accountability in the political process. Each event regularly attracts 35-60 attendees.

LEGISLATIVE LUNCH

sponsorship cost benefits

get out the vote

$1,000 (Top billing on all promotional material, organization name and logo will be listed as GOTV Sponsor in a minimum of 3 issues of Ames Business Monthly, listed as GOTV Sponsor in a minimum of 6 Chamber Weekly Updates,

recognition and signage as the GOTV Sponsor at all Candidate Forums)

GET OUT THE VOTE SPONSORSHIP


presenting $5,000 (Logo will be featured and linked online for the entire year, logos will also appear in each issue of the Ames Business Monthly Government Relations page, logo will appear weekly during

Legislative season in every Legislative Update)

(Company name recognized in 5 issues of Ames Business Monthly, included in all Chamber Weekly Updates promoting any Luncheon + listed online all year)

(Will receive a display booth at the Capital Rotunda, will be listed as a sponsor online for the entire year, appear in 2 issues of Ames Business Monthly + min. of 6 Chamber Weekly Updates,

appear on all printed materials distributed the day of + in the Legislative Update two weeks prior to the event)

(invitation to the Federal Priorities Trip to Washington, D.C. + one free night’s

stay at selected hotel -$300 value)

As a Taking Leadership Sponsor, your organization will be a critical supporter of the Ames Chamber’s Advocacy Program and will play an instrumental role in assuring a favorable political and business climate exists within Ames, Story County, and throughout the state and nation.

TAKING LEADERSHIP

With a Presidential, United States Senate, United States Congress, State Senate, State House, County Board of Supervisors, and County Official election set to occur in June and November 2016, it is imperative the Ames Chamber of Commerce Government Relations Program provides adequate educational opportunities and resources for our members to ensure they are making an informed decision when they head to the polls. As a Get Out to Vote Sponsor, you will ensure we are able to serve as a critical educational resource and will be a key supporter of our continually expanding Get Out the Vote efforts.

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annual $500 (company logo on sponsor’s page of YPA website, company recognized at the end of all YPA email correspondence)

(option to send one special email to the YPA membership)

Formed in 2002 as an affiliate organization of the Ames Chamber of Commerce, YPA’s mission is to be leaders dedicated to improving the quality of life in Ames, and to estab-lish a community of young professionals dedicated to building and fostering relationships through leadership development, professional development, community outreach, and cul-tural and social opportunities.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF AMES (YPA)

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF AMES LUNCH AND LEARN SERIES

season sponsor

$500 (recognition on all promotional materials including: YPA email newsletters, Ames Chamber email newsletters - 1,600

subscribers)

(company recognition )

(verbal recognition at Lunch and Learn Series Events + event announcement on YPA website)

The YPA Leadership & Professional Development Committee focuses on providing members with monthly educational, informative, and practical programming. The committee hosts a monthly Lunch and Learn Series which brings in guest speakers from around the area to discuss significant themes of interest. These monthly events cover a wide range of topics.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF AMES READ WITH ME PROGRAM

fall sponsor


subscribers)

(company logo on book given to students + Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update)

springsponsor


subscribers)

(company logo on book given to students+Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update)

Twice a year, YPA hosts a Read With Me event. YPA volunteers read to kindergarten, first and second grade students in the Ames Com-munity School District. In the past YPA has had nearly 50 volunteers reading to over 600 students. Volunteers read two to three books to a group of children and at the end of the reading adventure each child will receive a book to take home with them. YPA members enjoy sharing the joy of reading with these young students.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF AMES THURSDAY AFTER WORK

season sponsor

$500 (recognition on promotional materials including: YPA email news-letters, Ames Chamber email newsletters - 1,600 subscribers +

Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update )

(company recognition )

holiday sponsor

$350 (opportunity to host, recognition on promotional materials including: YPA email newsletters, Ames Chamber email

newsletters - 1,600 subscribers + Ames Business Monthly Chamber Update)

*Sponsor the biggest YPA After Hours event of the year!

(opportunity to host event at your location)

Thursday after Work events are an excellent opportunity for YPA members to network and socialize with fellow young professionals. There are 9 ThAW events that are scheduled through the year.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF AMES 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS

presenting sponsor

$2,500 (your company logo on all publications and advertising regarding the 4th of July fireworks, recognized in the YPA and Chamber

Weekly email - 1,600 subscribers- as a presenting sponsor + logo and name mentions in the Chamber Monthly Update)

(company logo on all signage the day of the

event)

supporting sponsors

$1000 x

affiliates

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electronic mediaand publicationsadvertise your business

CHAMBER WEEKLY EMAILThe Chamber Weekly Email is sent to over 1,800 emails every Tuesday. It is an electronic update that contains announcements about Chamber events and provides an avenue for our members to stay informed and to best utilize their Chamber membership.

• Header will run for 1 month (4 weeks)

• Header may contain your company logo

• Header can be linked to your homepage, an event or story posted on your website

• Header requirements: JPEG format

• 700px (wide) by 100px(height) size shown below

email header sold monthly: benefits/specifications listed below$500

QUARTERLY ECONOMIC REPORTThe Quarterly Economic Report is a compilation of the most recent housing, retail, cost of living, and economic current events statistics about Ames and Story County. This information is electronically sent to over 150 Ames business leaders every quarter. It is also posted on the Ames Economic Development Commission’s website where elite business leaders from around the world have access 24/7.

• Along with your company logo featured on the front page, your website and a 300 word write up will appear in the publication

• First Quarter: January - March

• Second Quarter: April - June

• Third Quarter: July - September

• Fourth Quarter: October - December

benefits listed below$1,000

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AMES BUSINESS MONTHLY - CHAMBER UPDATEThe Ames Business Monthly and Chamber Update are sent to approximately 8,000+ households in Story County once a month. It is a newsprint update that contains announcements about upcoming Chamber events, re-caps and provides pictures of Chamber members attending and enjoying various events. The publication provides an avenue for members to stay informed and to see ways to utilize their Chamber membership. Member sponsors also get exposure for sponsoring certain events. In addition this publication features news from each of the Chamber’s affiliate organizations.

monthly page and section sponsorship benefits listed below

sponsorship cost benefits

leadership ames/youth leadership ames page sponsor

$2,500 (The Leadership Ames/Youth Leadership Ames page will run in nine monthly issues from October through June. Your company logo and website address will appear on that page in all nine issues.)

calendar sponsor page

$1,000 (Sponsor will get the exclusive sponsorship of the Calendar page for a 12 month period. The Chamber Update calendar lists all Chamber, YPA, AEDC, Campustown Action Association, and Main Street Cultural District events for each month. Your

company logo along with your website address would be listed in 12 editions in 1 year.)

young professionals of ames: page sponsor$300

• The YPA section is 1 page.

• Will run in each monthly issue throughout the calendar year.

• This page will include your company logo and website address.

chamber member: page sponsor $300

• Chamber Member section page(s) are chock-full of upcoming events.

• The first section page will include your company logo and website.

shop ames grow ames: sponsor $300

• Your company logo and website address will be featured next to the Shop Ames Grow Ames logo which encourages local shopping.

• Write a short 300 word “article” on why shopping local is important.

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2016 sponsorshipreservation formsponsor agreement*

Business/Organization

Billing address (street, city, zip)

Contact name

Contact e-mail

sponsorship event/description

level(if applicable)

month (if applicable)

other notes amount

Sub-total:

Total:Payment enclosed

Check

Credit Card (circle one): MC / VISA

#Name on card:

Invoice me at above address

Please send this form to: Ames Chamber of Commerce; 304 Main Street, Ames, Iowa 50010

Or you may fax this to (515) 233-3203Or email a digital copy to Sarah Buss at [email protected]

For more information or any questions please contact Sarah Buss,Director of Sponsorship and Member Events at [email protected] or (515)232-2310

*To fulfill sponsor agreement, the purchaser must be a member in good standing of the Ames Chamber of Commerce upon date of sale and date of sponsorship fulfillment.

Exp. Date:

Secure Code

Documents

2016 - Ames€¦ · company profile, logo) (distributed to over 8,000 addresses) × (weekly Chamber radio updates, and at the Annual Event) (logo on site display, opportunity to speak)