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BUSINESS PARTNER SPONSORSHIPAPRIL 1, 2020 - MARCH 31, 2021

A L AC H I CAG O.O R G 2 T H E A S S O C I A T I O N O F L E G A L A D M I N I S T A T O R S C H I C A G O C H A P T E R

WE RELY ON THE KNOWLEDGE AND

INDUSTRY SAVVY THAT OUR BUSINESS

PARTNERS BRING AS WE NAVIGATE THE

EVER-CHANGING AND COMPETITIVE

LEGAL LANDSCAPE.

WE RECOGNIZE AND HIGHLY

VALUE YOUR SUPPORT, WHICH

IS ESSENTIAL TO OUR CHAPTER,

OUR MEMBERS AND

THEIR FIRMS.

President’s MessageOn behalf of the Board of Directors of the Chicago Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators (“Chapter” or “ALA Chicago”), I am excited to share with you information regarding our Business Partner Sponsorship Program for 2020-2021. ALA Chicago is committed to the continued cultivation of positive, mutually beneficial relationships with Business Partners who serve the legal community. We recognize and highly value your support, which is essential to our Chapter, our members and their firms.

There is no better or more relevant legal professional organization for your company to be engaged with to further your relationships and opportunities than our Chapter. With 260 members representing 185 firms, you can connect with law firm leaders who make purchasing decisions every day. Our members are committed to their personal and professional growth and to the success of their firms. We rely on the knowledge and industry savvy that our Business Partners bring as we navigate the ever-changing and competitive legal landscape.

ALA Chicago prides itself on the success of our sponsorship program year after year. We have Business Partner relationships that go back over 20 years. It is our goal to ensure that you make the most of our partnership. Our ever-evolving program includes networking and educational opportunities that provide you and your organization exposure to our members and afford you many opportunities to forge relationships and open up possibilities for Business Partnerships. Please review the information in this package and on our website (alachicago.org) to learn more about our Chapter and our Business Partner Program.

If you are a current Business Partner, thank you for your support and consideration of continuing to partner with ALA Chicago. We hope you will appreciate the enhancements we have made to the program for next year.

If you are not a current Sponsor, we appreciate your consideration and hope you will become a Business Partner of ALA Chicago.

If you have questions, please contact Kat Denk, Business Partner Relations Director, at [email protected] or me. We welcome the opportunity to connect with you.

Ken KoehnKen Koehn, CLM, CPA, CMA

President 2020-2021 Chicago Chapter of the Association of Legal Administrators [email protected]

K E N KO E H N

A L AC H I CAG O.O R G3T H E A S S O C I A T I O N O F L E G A L A D M I N I S T A T O R S C H I C A G O C H A P T E R

About the Chicago Chapter Incorporated in 1977, the Chicago Chapter is proud to support 260 members in the greater Chicago area. We have a diverse membership with backgrounds in all major disciplines: general management, financial, marketing, human resources and technology. Members represent firms of all sizes, as well as corporate, non-profit and governmental legal departments.

The mission of the Chicago Chapter is to serve the diverse and evolving needs of our members and the legal organizations they represent by:

�� providing high-quality educational programs;

�� promoting peer networking opportunities;

�� fostering professional alliances with Business Partners; and

�� encouraging our members’ active involvement and service in community efforts.

Our strength comes from the members who support the Chapter in various ways. Our Board of Directors welcomes your comments, suggestions, insights and assistance in continuing the traditions of ALA Chicago.

Business Partner Program Sponsorship BenefitsALA Chicago is proud to present our 2020-2021 Business Partner Program Sponsorship Benefits. There are four sponsorship levels so you will surely find the perfect fit for your company.

�� Your support of the Chapter enhances your status in the market.

�� You are investing in the education and development of the decision-makers in the legal field.

�� Sponsors of ALA Chicago are kept in the know about upcoming Chapter activities. Don’t miss out on exciting events we are planning!

�� Building trusted relationships with Business Partners enhances credibility and improves the quality of leadership within the legal services community.

�� Chapter members depend on contacts in the business community who share information and keep us informed.

�� Plan your budget early and you are set – no unexpected expenses. One payment provides the opportunity to participate in ALA Chicago activities for the entire year!

CONTACT KAT DENK

BUSINESS PARTNER RELATIONS DIRECTOR

[email protected]

K AT D E N K


Platinum Sponsor: $15,5001 SPONSORSHIP AVAILABLE

�� Participation in the ALA Chicago Conference (held in odd years), including admission for four representatives to attend meals, cocktail reception, and the opportunity to enjoy our speakers.

�� Participation in the Business Partner Appreciation Event (held in even years), including admission for four representatives.

�� Exclusive sponsorship of the Law Firm Leaders Event, including admission for four representatives.

�� Exclusive Holiday Party sponsorship, including admission for five representatives and the opportunity to assist in planning the party.

�� Invitation to attend the Bi-Monthly Educational Luncheons.

�� Invitation for five representatives to attend the Summer Networking Event.

�� Invitation for five representatives to attend the Fall Networking Event.

�� Sponsorship of the Annual Community Service Event including admission for four representatives to attend.

�� Invitation for four representatives to attend the Meet the Board Event for Business Partners and New Members.

�� Opportunity for one representative to participate in the Annual Business Partner Forum to evaluate the sponsorship package and Chapter events.

�� NEW! Invitation for one representative to attend the Business Partner Orientation/Benefits Overview with members of the Board.

�� NEW! Invitation to dinner with the Board for two representatives.

�� Opportunity to host an ALA Chicago co-branded education or tour event at Business Partner location or client/firm location.

�� Advertising graphic in all six issues of the Administrator’s Advantage, the Chapter’s digital newsletter.

�� Inclusion on the scholarship donor acknowledgment page in one issue of the Administrator’s Advantage.

�� Opportunity to submit one educational article for inclusion in the Administrator’s Advantage. Share your knowledge and expertise on any topic with members.

�� Receive six issues of the Administrator’s Advantage.

�� Longevity recognition to highlight/acknowledge 5/10/15 year Sponsors on the ALA Chicago website.

�� Included in the Business Partner directory listing on the website by sponsorship level and industry.

�� Business Partner logo on the website for sponsorship year and level.

�� Opportunity to highlight your company in the Business Partner section of the website.

�� Logo featured on the homepage of the website. Members are reminded of your sponsorship every time they visit the website.

�� Opportunity to provide video testimonial on the website.

�� NEW! Enhanced recognition via social media – quarterly.

�� On behalf of your company, a scholarship for ALA’s Annual Conference registration to be awarded to a Chapter member.

�� Right of first refusal for the following year if you commit by January 15 and payment is received by February 1. If payment is not received by February 1, first refusal benefit may not apply. Three-year term limit to apply. Registration will be open to all Sponsors interested after three-year term. If no Sponsor is interested, the current Platinum Sponsor would remain for another three-year term. If one Sponsor is interested, they would assume that level for the next three-year term. If more than one Sponsor is interested in Platinum level, a drawing would be held to randomly select Sponsor. Those interested would need to notify the Business Partner Relations Director by November. Guaranteed Gold Sponsor level available for any termed Sponsor.

�� Receive quarterly membership listing (April 1-March 31).

�� A current Board member assigned as your Business Partner Liaison.

�� Opportunity to participate on the committee planning for the Bi-Annual Conference and Community Service Event.

�� NEW! User level access to the website.


Gold Sponsor: $10,0005 SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

�� Participation in the ALA Chicago Conference (held in odd years), including admission for three representatives to attend meals, cocktail reception, and the opportunity to enjoy our speakers.

�� Participation in the Business Partner Appreciation Event (held in even years), including admission for three representatives.

�� Sponsorship of one Bi-Monthly Educational Luncheon including admission for four representatives. 3-5 minute presentation about your services before the luncheon begins.


�� Invitation to attend the Law Firm Leaders Event.

�� Invitation for four representatives to attend the Summer Networking Event.

�� Invitation for four representatives to attend the Fall Networking Event.

�� Sponsorship of the Annual Community Service Event including admission for three representatives to attend.

�� Invitation for three representatives to attend the Meet the Board Event for Business Partners and New Members.



�� NEW! Invitation to dinner with the Board for two representatives.

�� Opportunity to host an ALA Chicago co-branded education or tour event at Business Partner location or client/firm location.










�� Opportunity to provide video testimonial on the website.

�� NEW! Enhanced recognition via social media – quarterly.

�� On behalf of your company, a scholarship for ALA’s Annual Conference registration to be awarded to a Chapter member.

�� Right of first refusal for the Gold level sponsorship for the following year if you commit by January 15 and payment is received by February 1. If payment is not received by February 1, first refusal benefit may not apply.





“Being one of the oldest ALA Business Partners, Keno Kozie deeply understands law firm technology. The ALA understands what its members are looking for and that’s why they manage again and again to come up with new & better collaboration initiatives.

We are very impressed with the efforts and expertise that the ALA offers. As a high-priority, we maintain our strategic relationship and learn from its members to facilitate business development and offer solutions that achieve common goals.

We are looking forward to furthering our long-term relationship with the ALA and its members.”

Sue Keno Keno Kozie Associates, Ltd.


Silver Sponsor: $6,00010 SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

�� Participation in the ALA Chicago Conference (held in odd years), including admission for two representatives to attend meals, cocktail reception, and the opportunity to enjoy our speakers.

�� Participation in the Business Partner Appreciation Event (held in even years), including admission for two representatives.

�� Sponsorship of one Small/Mid-Size Firm Educational Session or intimate Business Partner Fair, including admission for two representatives.



�� Invitation for three representatives to attend the Summer Networking Event.

�� Invitation for three representatives to attend the Fall Networking Event.

�� Sponsorship of the Annual Community Service Event including admission for two representatives to attend.

�� Invitation for two representatives to attend the Meet the Board Event for Business Partners and New Members.












�� NEW! Enhanced recognition via social media – two times per year.

�� On behalf of your company, a scholarship for ALA’s Fall Conference registration to be awarded to a Chapter member.

�� Right of first refusal for the Silver level sponsorship for the following year if you commit by January 15 and payment is received by February 1. If payment is not received by February 1, first refusal benefit may not apply.





“Becoming a Business Partner with the ALA has not only been an honor, but is also one of the best decisions we have made. The camaraderie between members and Business Partners has far exceeded my expectations. The people we have met and the partnerships we have formed have been extraordinary. Kastle Systems Chicago is looking forward to being a Business Partner with the ALA for many years to come.”

Courtney Liptrot Business Development Manager Kastle Systems-Chicago


�� Participation in the ALA Chicago Conference (held in odd years), including admission for two representatives to attend meals, cocktail reception, and the opportunity to enjoy our speakers.

�� Participation in the Business Partner Appreciation Event (held in even years), including admission for two representatives.

�� Opportunity to exhibit at an intimate Business Partner Fair, including admission for two representatives.



�� Invitation for two representatives to attend the Summer Networking Event OR the Fall Networking Event. Representatives cannot attend both events.

�� Invitation to attend the Annual Community Service Event.

�� Invitation for one representative to attend the Meet the Board Event for Business Partners and New Members.



�� Inclusion on Bronze Sponsor acknowledgment page in all six issues of the Administrator’s Advantage, the Chapter’s newsletter.




�� Included in Business Partner directory listing on the website by sponsorship level and industry.







Bronze Sponsor: $2,600UNLIMITED SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

“It’s the people that make my experience with the ALA so positive. ALA has provided a platform to make longstanding relationships both personal and professional. Thank you for doing such a great job with the events/material.

Thank you!”

Michael Zera Vice President Thompson Flanagan

“Dear ALA Friends,

If there was ever a Business Partner I would consider family, the ALA would be it! No group I have ever worked with bands its people together like ALA Chicago, and I cannot begin to express the kindness and support the ALA has given me over the last 20 years, not only to help build my business, but more importantly, to build lasting friendships as well. It is an honor to be a continuing part of this incredible organization.”

Paul Shaheen Vice President The Horton Group Law Professionals Practice


Business Partner Program At-A-GlanceAPRIL 1, 2020 - MARCH 31, 2021

SPONSORSHIP BENEFITSPlatinum $15,500

Gold $10,000

Silver $6,000

Bronze $2,600

Maximum Number of Sponsors at Each Level ► 1 5 10 Unlimited

ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Invitation to ALA Chicago Conference (held in odd years) 4 Reps 3 Reps 2 Reps 2 Reps

Invitation to Business Partner Appreciation Event (held in even years) 4 Reps 3 Reps 2 Reps 2 Reps

Exclusive sponsorship of Law Firm Leaders Event, including company introduction; speaker introduction; opportunity to welcome attendees at registration desk

4 Reps

Exclusive sponsorship of Holiday Party, including company introduction; opportunity to assist in planning and welcome attendees at registration desk

5 Reps

Sponsorship of one Bi-Monthly Luncheon including company introduction; speaker introduction; opportunity to welcome attendees at registration desk

4 Reps

Sponsorship of one Small/Mid Education Session OR opportunity to exhibit at informal Business Partner Fair

2 Reps

Opportunity to exhibit at informal Business Partner Fair 2 Reps

Invitation to Attend Bi-Monthly Educational Luncheons ($25) � � � �

Invitation to Attend Law Firm Leaders Event ($25) � � �

Invitation to Summer Networking Event 5 Reps 4 Reps 3 Reps 2 Reps*

Invitation to Fall Networking Event 5 Reps 4 Reps 3 Reps 2 Reps*

Invitation to Annual Community Service Event �

Invitation to and sponsorship of the Chapter’s Community Service Event at a $2,000 level (no additional cost)

4 Reps 3 Reps

Invitation to and sponsorship of the Chapter’s Community Service Event at a $500 level (no additional cost)

2 Reps

Invitation to Meet the Board Event for Business Partners & New Members 4 Reps 3 Reps 2 Reps 1 Rep

Invitation to Annual Business Partner Forum 1 Rep 1 Rep 1 Rep 1 Rep

NEW! Invitation to Business Partner Orientation/Benefits Overview with members of the Board

1 Rep 1 Rep 1 Rep 1 Rep

NEW! Dinner with the Board 2 Reps 2 Reps

Opportunity to host an ALA Chicago co-branded education or tour event at Business Partner location or client/firm location

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*Bronze Sponsors may choose to attend either the Summer OR Fall Networking Events. They cannot attend both or send one representative to each.


Business Partner Program At-A-Glance (continued)APRIL 1, 2020 - MARCH 31, 2021

SPONSORSHIP BENEFITSPlatinum $15,500

Gold $10,000

Silver $6,000

Bronze $2,600

Maximum Number of Sponsors at Each Level ► 1 5 10 Unlimited

BRAND AWARENESS

Advertising graphic in the digital bi-monthly newsletter (graphic size determined by partnership level)

6 issues 6 issues 6 issues

Inclusion in list of Bronze Sponsors in bi-monthly newsletter 6 issues

Inclusion on the scholarship donor acknowledgment page in bi-monthly newsletter

1 issue 1 issue 1 issue

Opportunity to submit one educational article for newsletter or website [share white papers via website]

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Receive Chapter Newsletter � � � �

Longevity Recognition to Highlight/Acknowledge 5/10/15 year Sponsors in Chapter Newsletter and on ALA Chicago website

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Inclusion in Business Partner directory listing on website by sponsorship level and industry

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Business Partner logo on website for sponsorship year and level � � � �

Opportunity to highlight your company in the Business Partner section of website

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Logo featured on website homepage � � �

Opportunity to provide video testimonial to be included in the Business Partner section of website

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NEW! Enhanced recognition via social media Quarterly Quarterly 2 times/year

Scholarship for Annual Conference registration awarded to Chapter member on behalf of Sponsor

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Scholarship for Fall Conference registration awarded to Chapter member on behalf of Sponsor

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OTHER BENEFITS

Current Sponsors have Right of First Refusal - must commit by Jan 15th and payment received by February 1st. If payment is not received by February 1st, first refusal benefit may not apply.

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Quarterly Chapter Membership Listing � � � �

Board Member assigned as Business Partner Liaison � � � �

Invitation to participate on Committee planning the Bi-Annual Conference & Community Service Event

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NEW! User level access to the website � � � �


ALA Chicago thanks its 2020-2021 Business Partners.WE SINCERELY APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT OF OUR CHAPTER AND ITS MEMBERS!

PLATINUM

EMPIST

GOLD

Keno Kozie

Next Day Plus

Onsite Management Group

SILVER

►Garvey's Office Products.

Kastle Systems

One Legal, LLC

Organic Headshots

Skender

Warehouse Direct Workplace Solutions

BRONZE

►ABA Retirement Funds Program

►Affinity Consulting Group

►Beacon Hill Legal

►Bentley Mills

►Canon Solutions America

►CBRE, Inc.

►CIBC Bank USA

►Coffee Unlimited

►DocsCorp

►entara

►First Legal

►Gregg Communications Systems

►Gunlocke

►Humanscale

►ICG - Interior Construction Group, Inc.

►IST Management Services

►Knoll

►Kraft & Kennedy

►LawPay

►LexisNexis

►Mayflower Technologies

►NITA

►Northwestern Mutual

►Oasis-A Paychex Company

►Packed with Purpose

►Proven IT

►R-4 Services, LLC

►Risk Strategies Company

►Robert Half Legal

►SAVILLS

SecurIT360

►Stumm Insurance

►SurePoint Technologies (formerly Rippe & Kingston)

►The Brumbaugh Group

►The Horton Group

►Thompson Flanagan

►U.S. Messenger & Logistics, Inc


Stay Tuned!

ALA Chicago understands that creating an atmosphere of

open and frequent communication and personal interaction

as often as possible is critical to building mutually beneficial

relationships with our Business Partners.

We strive to constantly improve upon our Business Partner

Program, and we continue to work to provide new offerings

and exceed expectations. ALA Chicago offers you this promise:

We will never become complacent or comfortable with our

offerings.

Rest assured that we will work alongside you to continuously

improve our Program, and we are excited to report that we

already have some new ideas in the works!

ALA Chicago offers

you this promise: We

will never become

complacent or

comfortable with

our offerings.

ALACHICAGO.ORG EMAIL: [email protected]

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BUSINESS PARTNER SPONSORSHIP · location or client/firm location. Advertising graphic in all six issues of the Administrator’s Advantage, the Chapter’s digital newsletter. Inclusion