Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
SponsorshipPackage
smps-maryland.orgWEBSITE
Kelly GoldenDirector of [email protected]
CONTACTS
SMPS Maryland 2018-2019
Sara Goins, [email protected]
About Us
SMPS’s mission is to advocate for, educate, and connect leaders in the building industry. SMPS’s vision is Business Transformed through Marketing Leadership. The core purpose of the society is to enrich knowledge and advance practices that build business for professional services firms. The core values that guide the behavior of SMPS are Innovation, Integrity, Life-Long Learning, Relationships, and Service.
For over 35 years, the SMPS Maryland Chapter has served as your premier, local resource center for advancement tools in marketing professional services for the built and natural environment. It is our legacy of “Connecting our Community” that defines our chapter.
SMPS is the only organization dedicated to creating business opportunities in the architecture, engineering and construction (A/E/C) industry. We provide our members with the tools to tap into a powerful regional and national network that is a launching pad for forming teams, securing business referrals and intelligence, and benchmarking performance.
We invite you to explore the SMPS Maryland website to learn more about our organization and the valuable benefits we offer to our members.
To learn more about the history of SMPS and the full scope of what SMPS offers to our members, please visit the SMPS HQ website.
2
Why Sponsor Us
By sponsoring SMPS you are establishing your firm as a supporter of our mission – to increase the value that professional marketers bring to professional services firms. Throughout the year, the Maryland Chapter provides regular educational sessions, client panels, and hosts numerous other events for professional and educational advancement of those who market, sell, and manage professional services for the built and natural environments. Your sponsorship dollars will be used to provide enhanced learning experiences, increase the frequency of networking events, build awareness of SMPS and its value to both new and seasoned A/E/C professionals, and support community and volunteer opportunities.
Networking
We offer tremendous networking opportunities with local, regional, and national A/E/C professionals and help make connections that fuel business growth.
1
Visibility
Our chapter provides recognition and exposure for you and your company at programs and events in front of targeted audiences in the A/E/C industry.
3
Lead Generation
Generate new leads and nurture existing relationships by becoming involved with the chapter through sponsorship, committee or board participation and networking opportunities.
5
Brand Promotion
We will help you elevate your firm’s brand by promoting your company name and website link on the SMPS Maryland website, at events, in email communications, and social media.
2
Industry Leadership
Sponsorship will position your company as a leader and a supporter of our chapter and its mission to increase the value of marketing within professional services firms.
4
Community Support
SMPS offers leaders in your firm access to the greater A/E/C community by introducing them to community leaders and other industry leaders and professionals. The connections made through SMPS lead directly to business opportunities with clients and teaming partners.
6
6 Reasons to Sponsor Us
Business transformed through marketing leadership.
3
2017-2018 Event Highlights
The SMPS Maryland Chapter is proud to have completed another successful year. With the support of over 30 sponsors, we offered more than 20 educational and networking opportunities and partnerships with other industry associations including SAME, ACEC, DBIA, AIA, and the Washington, DC and Central Pennsylvania Chapters of SMPS. Below are just a few event highlights from last program year.
Special Event: P.O.P. - Palette of Possibilities
Special Event: Post NERC Maryland Chapter Event
Special Event: Networking in the New Year - Keep it Poppin’
September2017
January2018
March2018
December2017
February2018
June2018
Program: A Tour of UMB’s Health Sciences Facility III
Special Event: Year End Chapter Awards
2018 Key Awards
4
2018-2019 Events Preview
As a sponsor of SMPS Maryland, you will gain access to valuable education, programs and networking events. Your sponsorship package includes free registration(s) to our most of our events with a potential value up to $600 depending on sponsorship level and the number of events you attend. Here are some topics to look forward to for the 2018-2019 program year.
All Chapter programs, education, and special events qualify for 1 free registration per event depending on level of sponsorship.Visit www.smps-maryland.org for up to date event information.
PROGRAMS
SPECIAL EVENTS
VALUE ADDED
EDUCATION
FIRST FRIDAYS EXCHANGE
K-12 Client PanelImpact 2.0 - An Update on Maryland’s Procurement Reform Legislation
2018-2019 Kick Off at Hotel RevivalNetworking in the New Year2019 Key Awards
C2: Coordinator’s CircleSAC RoundtableThanks for Giving (sponsors only)Mentoring
InfographicsAdobe Creative Suite Learning Lab SeriesFinancial Basics
Time ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBuilding a Framework for Growth & Happiness
5
Sponsorship Packages
PLATINUM
$1,750
Complimentary registration for one person to all SMPS Maryland Programs, Education, and Special Events*+
100% Chapter membership discount for one member ($390 savings) (must be renewed within same program year)
Social media promotion of company news
Recognition at SMPS Maryland events, in-cluding verbal recognition by moderator, logo on Sponsor Board, and logo on presentation
Recognition on Chapter communications, including URL link to company website on ALL Chapter emails
Recognition in the footer on all SMPS Mary-land website pages with logo URL link to your website
Free job postings on SMPS Maryland Job Bank
Invite to sponsors-only reception with pro-gram speakers
Sponsor recognition on name badge at events
Promotional materials displayed at events
Free attendance for up to 3 employees for Sponsors Only Thanks for Giving event
*Does not include All-Day Workshops, Conferences, or Professional Development Day+Platinum sponsors offered first right of refusal for “event only” sponsorship opportunitiesNote: Sponsorships are active September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019
GOLD
$950
Complimentary registration for one person to four (4) SMPS Maryland Programs, Educa-tion, and Special Events*
50% Chapter membership discount for one member ($195 savings) (must be renewed within same program year)
Social media promotion of company news
Recognition at SMPS Maryland events, including logo on Sponsor Board and logo on presentation
Recognition on Chapter communications, including URL link to company website on ALL Chapter emails
Recognition on the sponsor page of the SMPS Maryland website with logo URL link to your website
Free job postings on SMPS Maryland Job Bank
Invite to sponsors-only reception with pro-gram speakers
Sponsor recognition on name badge at events
Free attendance for up to 3 employees for Sponsors Only Thanks for Giving event
6
*Does not include All-Day Workshops, Conferences, or Professional Development DayNote: Sponsorships are active September 1, 2018 through August 31, 2019
SILVER
$475
Complimentary registration for one person to two (2) SMPS Maryland Programs, Educa-tion, and Special Events*
25% Chapter membership discount for one member ($97.50 savings) (must be renewed within same program year)
Recognition at SMPS Maryland events, including logo on Sponsor Board, and logo on presentation
Recognition on Chapter communications, including URL link to company website on ALL Chapter emails
Recognition on the sponsor page of the SMPS Maryland website with logo URL link to your website
Free job postings on SMPS Maryland Job Bank
Sponsor recognition on name badge at events
Free attendance for up to 3 employees for Sponsors Only Thanks for Giving event
7
SPONSOR LEVEL (CHECK ONE) □ Platinum - $1,750 □ Gold - $950 □ Silver - $475
PAYMENT OPTIONS □ Check Payable to SMPS Maryland □ Credit Card (Please check this box if you plan to pay by credit card, and SMPS Maryland will send you an invoice via PayPal)
SPONSORSHIP CONTACT INFORMATION
Name and Title
Company Name
Address
Email and Phone
Authorized Sponsorship Contact Signature
By signing above, you confirm that you understand payment is due upon signing and that payment must accompany this form.
PLEASE RETURN THIS FORMVia Email (for credit card payment only): [email protected]
Via Mail (for check payment):SMPS Maryland Sponsorship Directorc/o Kelly Golden, Gale Associates, Inc., 1122 Kenilworth Drive, Suite 206, Towson, Maryland 21204
Note: Please do not mail to the SMPS Maryland PO Box or to SMPS HQ Office
Although payments to SMPS Maryland are not tax deductible as charitable contributions, they may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses under other provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.
For questions, contact the Sponsorship Director, Kelly Golden, at [email protected].
SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT FORMPLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM
Upon receipt of agreement and payment, a member from the Sponsorship committee will contact you to discuss the details of your sponsorship package and benefits.
8
Thank You
SMPS Maryland 2018-2019
We thank all of our sponsors for their support. Without our sponsors, we would not be able to provide the excellent programs, education and networking events that our membership truly values and enjoys year after year!
smps-maryland.orgWEBSITE
Kelly GoldenDirector of [email protected]
CONTACTS
Sara Goins, [email protected]
