2019 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Arlington Chamber · Washington Workplace has first right of renewal. Benefits: • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company

2019 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

2 Annual Corporate Sponsor3 Arlington Business Gala6 Hospitality Awards8 Volunteer Arlington Day9 Best Business Awards12 State of the County & Public Safety Awards

14 Scholar’s Cup16 Cards & Clubs18 Annual Meeting20 Breakfast Connection22 Small Business Roundtable23 SMART Start

24 County Board Candidate Forum26 Nonprofit Forum27 Northern Virginia Elected Leaders Summit28 Sponsorship Contract

Table of Contents

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Annual Corporate Sponsor ............................................................................................................................ 2

Arlington Business Gala ................................................................................................................................ 3

Hospitality Awards ........................................................................................................................................ 6

Volunteer Arlington Day ............................................................................................................................... 8

Best Business Awards .................................................................................................................................... 9

State of the County & Public Safety Awards ............................................................................................... 12

Scholar’s Cup ............................................................................................................................................... 14

Cards & Clubs .............................................................................................................................................. 16

Annual Meeting........................................................................................................................................... 18

Breakfast Connection .................................................................................................................................. 20

Small Business Roundtable ......................................................................................................................... 22

SMART Start ................................................................................................................................................ 23

County Board Candidate Forum ................................................................................................................. 24

Nonprofit Forum ......................................................................................................................................... 26

Northern Virginia Elected Leaders Summit................................................................................................. 27

Sponsorship Contract .................................................................................................................................. 28

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Annual Corporate Sponsor The Annual Corporate Sponsorship is limited to one company per vertical market. This sponsorship offers the maximum visibility and prestige for our members. It shows a true commitment to the Arlington Chamber of Commerce and its mission, serving Arlington businesses throughout the entire calendar year. Date: January – December 2019 Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Annual Corporate Sponsor at $6,500 – One Sponsorship available per vertical market Benefits:

• Company logo included in scrolling banner on Chamber website homepage • Company logo listed on Chamber’s letterhead and fax cover sheet • Company color logo prominently displayed in Chamber’s suite • Company color logo on Corporate Sponsorship signage at all Chamber events and committees • Company logo listed in print newsletter (every other month), The Arlingtonian, and the weekly

e-newsletter • Chamber Annual Corporate Sponsor Logo to display on company website • Special name badge for primary company representative to wear at Chamber events • Half-page ad in the Annual Report publication • Free access to the Chamber database once per year (set of member mailing labels) • Up to five tickets for company representatives to every Business After Business Reception in

2019 • Complimentary display for company brochures/material in the Chamber’s lobby • Twice yearly exclusive Annual Corporate Sponsor receptions

mailto:[email protected]

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Arlington Business Gala The Arlington Business Gala, “Arlington’s Best Night Out,” has been the Chamber’s biggest event for more than 90 years. This event is a celebration of business in Arlington, and serves as the Chamber's largest fundraiser, helping us continue our mission of strengthening businesses and the economic environment for those who work, live and do business in Arlington. Join us at The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City for a spectacular silent auction, dinner, dancing, premium networking, and fun. Date: January 26, 2019 Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Pentagon City Projected Attendance: 350+ Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor at $7,000 – Classic Cottages has first right of renewal Benefits:

• Top billing on all event signage including sponsor’s name and logo in the invitation and printed program

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Opportunity to address audience with welcome and introduction of Board Chair • Invitation to VIP Reception • Sponsor’s logo displayed on corporate tables • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Entertainment Sponsor at $4,250 Benefits:

• Sponsor’s name featured in event materials including program and signage • Signage with Sponsor’s logo on the stage with the band as well in the photo “Step and Repeat”

area • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Company verbally thanked during the program • Invitation to VIP Reception • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website


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VIP Reception Sponsor at $4,250 – Transurban has first right of renewal Benefits:

• Sponsor featured on event signage, including special reception sign • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Invitation to VIP Reception • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Beverage Sponsor at $4,250 – Washington Workplace has first right of renewal Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Exclusive signage near both bars • Opportunity to bring cocktail napkins with company logo (company to provide napkins) • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Invitation to VIP Reception • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Live Auction Sponsor at $3,500 – Exclusive opportunity Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Company’s name listed on event signage and recognized as the exclusive Live Auction sponsor • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company’s logo displayed on the live auction bid paddles available at every seat at the event • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Invitation to VIP Reception • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Premier Sponsors at $2,650 – Multiple Premier Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Invitation to VIP Reception • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Silent Auction Sponsor at $2,250 – Beach Geeks Inc. has first right of renewal Benefits:

• Seating for four at event in a preferred location • Company’s name listed on event signage and recognized as the exclusive Silent Auction sponsor • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Opportunity for company banner displayed in silent auction area (company to provide banner) • Invitation to VIP Reception • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Benefactor Sponsors at $1,700 – Multiple Benefactor Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Seating for six at event in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Invitation to VIP Reception • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Patron Sponsors at $575 – Multiple Patron Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Seating for two at event in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Invitation to VIP Reception • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Hospitality Awards Celebrate the outstanding service commitment of the valuable employees who make Arlington the top destination for tourism in Virginia. The Hospitality Awards are open to Chamber members in the entire hospitality industry, including restaurants, tourist attractions, transportation companies, and hotels. Date: March 19, 2019 Location: Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor at $2,500 – BBC Express has first right of renewal Benefits:


• CEO or company representative to briefly welcome members in attendance • Opportunity for display table near registration • One table for ten at event and seating in a preferred location at awards program • Company logo featured on corporate table signs • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Coffee Reception Sponsor at $1,500 – Arlington Convention and Visitor Services has first right of renewal Benefits:

• One table for ten at event and seating in a preferred location at awards program • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Opportunity to place promotional material or attendee gifts on reception tables • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Award Sponsors at $1,000 – Multiple Award Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• One table for ten at event and seating in a preferred location at awards program • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Opportunity for company to be recognized during ceremony • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Premier Sponsors at $600 – Multiple Premier Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• One table for ten at award program in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the printed program • Company’s name listed on table sign at corporate table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


• Seating for two at event in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Volunteer Arlington Day Coordinated by the Chamber’s Community Action Committee, Volunteer Arlington Day connects businesses with non-profit organizations for an afternoon of volunteering and team building. While businesses and other interested organizations are encouraged to form volunteer groups, individual volunteers are also welcome. Date: April 23, 2019 Location: St. Agnes Catholic Church Projected Attendance: 200+ volunteers Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Community Partner at $3,000 – Two Community Partners are available Benefits:

• Top billing on all event signage • Company logo to be printed on event t-shirts • CEO or company representative recognized at event • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Community Investor at $1,000 – Multiple Community Investors are available Benefits:

• Company’s name listed on event signage • Company logo featured on event T-shirts • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Community Advocate at $300 – Multiple Community Advocates are available Benefits:

• Company’s name listed on event signage • Company name listed on event t-shirts • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Best Business Awards For over 30 years, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce has recognized outstanding businesses in the community with the prestigious Arlington Best Business Awards. This merit-based honor is presented to businesses that deliver exceptional quality of service to their customers, are industry leaders or offer a unique approach to delivery of its goods or services, and display an interest in and concern for the Arlington community. This distinguished evening event consistently has a sold-out crowd of members of Arlington’s finest businesses and celebrates all of the business success in the Arlington community. Date: May 22, 2019 Location: Key Bridge Marriott Hotel Projected Attendance: 200+ Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by VIDA Fitness Benefits:


• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table • Signage with Sponsor’s logo in the photo “Step and Repeat” area • Opportunity for display table near registration • Opportunity for company representative or CEO to provide brief remarks • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor’s logo displayed on corporate tables • Opportunity to receive attendee list one week in advance of the event • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event, including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Hall of Fame Sponsor $2,000 Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table • Opportunity to host current and/or past Hall of Fame inductees at the table • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company recognized during induction of new Hall of Fame inductees • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event, including



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Award Sponsors at $1,750 – The following Award Sponsorships are available: • Home-Based Business Award • Service Award • Retail Award • Technology Award – Filled by Arlington Economic Development • Non-Profit Award – Filled by Arlington Community Federal Credit Union

Benefits: • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company name printed on the award plaque • Opportunity for company to be recognized during presentation of award at ceremony • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event, including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Premier Sponsors at $1,500 – Multiple Premier Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company name on table tent • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company’s name listed on table sign at corporate table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Benefactor Sponsors at $800 – Multiple Benefactor Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Seating for six at award program in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Patron Sponsors at $350 – Multiple Patron Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Seating for two at award program in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber including the Chamber’s

newsletter and on the Chamber’s website

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State of the County & Public Safety Awards The State of the County & Public Safety Awards is a breakfast event that celebrates Arlington and the individuals that make our community an outstanding place to live and work. This event includes an address by Arlington County Board Chairman, who will highlight the economic and development status of Arlington. The event will also feature an awards ceremony to honor public safety personnel and first responders from Arlington County’s Fire Department, Police Department, Office of Emergency Management, and Office of the Sheriff, who have exemplified extraordinary heroic actions and performance of their duties. Date: June 18, 2019 Time: 7:30 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. Location: Crowne Plaza Crystal City – Washington D.C. Projected Attendance: 200+ Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by Virginia Hospital Center Benefits:


• Opportunity for company representative to make Welcome comments • Opportunity for display table near registration • One reserved table for eight in a preferred location (two additional seats will be filled by elected

officials) • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Keynote Sponsor – Filled by Dominion Energy Benefits:


• Opportunity to introduce the Keynote speaker, Chair of the Arlington County Board • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location • Opportunity for a display table near registration • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Award Sponsor – Filled by ACFCU and AT&T Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company verbally recognized during event • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Premier Sponsors at $675 – Multiple Premier Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• One reserved table for ten in a preferred location • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company’s name listed on table sign at corporate table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Benefactor Sponsors at $475 – Multiple Benefactor Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Seating for six at awards program in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


• Seating for two at awards program in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Scholar’s Cup The annual Scholar’s Cup mini-golf tournament offers numerous opportunities to mingle and network and is the Chamber’s most popular family-friendly event. It is a great way to escape the office on an afternoon and gain valuable exposure for your company while enjoying friendly competition in the company of fellow Chamber members. All proceeds benefit the Young Entrepreneur’s Academy (YEA!). Date: September 25, 2019 Location: Upton Hill Regional Park Projected Attendance: 125+ Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor at $2,000 – Exclusive Opportunity Benefits:

• Top billing on all tournament signage and program • CEO or company representative recognized at reception • Banner placement at the Pavilion the day of the event (company to provide banner) • One foursome in the tournament • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Golf Gift Sponsor at $1,000 – One Golf Gift Sponsorship is available (Company must provide golf hats/visors/umbrellas for the golfers for this sponsorship) Benefits:

• Company’s logo placed on golf gift along with Chamber logo and date of tournament • One foursome in the tournament • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website T-Shirt Sponsor at $700 – Filled by Advon Realty Benefits:

• Company’s logo placed on t-shirt • One foursome in the tournament • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Trophy Sponsor – Americana Hotel has first right of renewal Benefits:

• Company’s name on signage at tournament • Company recognition at reception • One foursome in the tournament • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Hole Sponsors at $200 – 11 available Benefits:

• Company’s name on signage at your designated hole • One foursome in the tournament • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Cards & Clubs Cards & Clubs is a great way to escape the office for an afternoon of team building while making valuable connections in a relaxed fun environment. Reinvented in 2017 with the TopGolf format, anybody can come, hit a few rounds, and build lasting relationships with fellow members. All sponsors have the opportunity to purchase additional golfer registrations at a discounted rate. Date: October 17, 2019 Location: TopGolf – 6625 S Van Dorn St, Alexandria, VA 22315 Projected Attendance: 100 Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor - Filled by Monument Home Loans Benefits:

• Top billing on all signage and program • CEO or company representative to give remarks at awards ceremony • Banner placement in the Signature Room the day of the event (company to provide banner) • Opportunity to place promotional items in bays • One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter, social media channels, and on the Chamber’s website Lunch Sponsor at $2,000 – Exclusive Opportunity Benefits:

• Company’s logo listed on signage and program • Company name listed on buffet table(s) • One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Beverage Sponsor at $2,000 – Filled by EagleBank Benefits:

• Company’s logo listed on signage and program • Opportunity to provide koozies for attendees • One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Golf Hat/Visor/Umbrella Sponsor at $1,500 – One Golf Hat/Visor/Umbrella Sponsorship is available (Company to provide golf hats/visors/umbrellas) Benefits:

• Opportunity to place company’s logo on golf hat/visor/umbrella • One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Bucket of Balls Sponsor at $1,250 – Filled by Odin, Feldman, Pittleman Law Benefits:

• One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Opportunity to add promotional item in ball bucket • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Longest Drive Sponsor at $800 – Exclusive Opportunity Benefits:

• One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Opportunity to announce the winner of the longest drive • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Hole in One Sponsor at $800 – Ballston BID has first right of renewal Benefits:

• One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Opportunity to announce the winner of the hole in one • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Bay Sponsor at $700 – Limited Bay Sponsorships available Benefits:

• Company name on signage at designated bay • One foursome in the tournament with reserved bay in preferred location • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting celebrates the year in review for Arlington through the eyes of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce. This luncheon celebration features three awards and an elite guest speaker. Past speakers include Senator Mark Warner, Chuck Todd, Ted Leonsis, and Aneesh Chopra. Date: December 6, 2019 Location: Sheraton Pentagon City Projected Attendance: 250+ Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by Comcast Benefits:


• Opportunity for CEO or company representative to introduce guest speaker • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Award Sponsors at $1,500 – The following Award Sponsorships are available:

• President’s Award – 395 Express Lanes has first right of renewal • Committee of the Year Award – Filled by ACFCU

Chair’s Award – Filled by Odin, Feldman, Pittleman Law Benefits:

• One table for ten at event in a preferred location • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company verbally recognized during presentation of award at ceremony • Company name printed on the award plaque • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Premier Sponsors at $800 – Multiple Premier Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• One table for ten at event in a preferred location • Opportunity to request VIP guests for company table • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company’s name listed on table sign at corporate table

Benefactor Sponsors at $550 – Multiple Benefactor Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Seating for six at event in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


• Seating for two at event in a preferred location • Sponsor featured on event signage • Sponsor’s name in the invitation and printed program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Breakfast Connection The dynamic format of the Breakfast Connection gives the attendees a chance to bring their business to the table. The event focuses on networking and provides attendees the chance to exchange business cards, develop new prospects, and share a 60-second elevator pitch with each table. The event focuses on roundtable power networking and gives guests the chance to meet many people before the work day begins. Each event will have a theme or will be co-marketed with a partner organization. Date: 11 events per year in 2019 Time: Registration 7:30 a.m.

Program 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Projected Attendance: 40 – 50 per event Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by TD Bank Benefits:

• Top billing on all event signage and on handout for all attendees • Special name badge for representative(s) highlighting sponsor designation • Opportunity to display company banner at each event (company to provide banner) • Opportunity to give away promotional items at every place setting at each event • Seating for two at each event • Display table at every event (company to provide materials for table) • Opportunity to give 60-second elevator pitch at the end of event (new benefit) • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Premier Partner at $750 – Premier Partners cover three events over three consecutive months Benefits:

• Company name on event signage • Company logo on handout for all attendees • Special name badge for representative(s) highlighting sponsor designation • Opportunity to give away promotional items at every place setting at each event • Opportunity to have a promotional table at two Breakfast Connections (company to provide

materials for table) • Seating for two at each event during sponsorship quarter • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Patron Sponsors at $250 – Patron sponsorships cover two events over the course of two consecutive months Benefits:

• Company’s name on event signage and on handout for all attendees • Seating for one at each event during sponsorship period • Special name badge for representative highlighting sponsor designation • Opportunity to have a promotional table at one Breakfast Connection during the sponsorship

period (company to provide materials for table) • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Small Business Roundtable The Chamber's monthly Small Business Roundtable event offers an important educational opportunity to small businesses. Members are offered a wide variety of opportunities to enhance their abilities and training for optimum performance in the marketplace. Topics of interest often address the marketing and business development needs of small businesses. Dates: 11 lunchtime events on the last Wednesday of the month throughout 2019 Location: Arlington Chamber Boardroom Projected Attendance: 20 per event Audience: Chamber members and their employees; attended by a variety of businesses and employee levels, from front-line customer service to owners. Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by Arlington Community Federal Credit Union Benefits:

• Signage at all events • Opportunity to display promotional material at every event • Company representative recognized at every event • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter (included in monthly summary of the discussion) and on the Chamber’s website


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SMART Start SMART Start serves as Chamber 101. This free networking seminar for new, existing, and prospective members is your opportunity to learn how to maximize your Chamber membership. Attendees learn about the Chamber and the many ways to become involved through events, networking, sponsorship opportunities, committees, as well as the advocacy work that the Chamber does on behalf of businesses. Take advantage of the opportunity to meet the Chamber staff, gain new contacts, and maximize membership at SMART Start! Date: Monthly in 2019 Location: Arlington Chamber Boardroom Projected Attendance: 15 – 25 per event Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by Greg Mullan, George Mason Mortgage Benefits:

• Top billing on all event signage • Company given verbal recognition at each event • Opportunity for company representative to speak as part of the program • Company featured with SMART Start promotion in Membership Director’s email tagline • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Premier Sponsor – Filled by Michael Garcia, State Farm Insurance Benefits:

• Top billing on event signage • Company given verbal recognition at each event • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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County Board Candidate Forum The Arlington Chamber’s business-themed candidate forum features a moderated discussion of topics important to the Arlington business community, with the two candidates running for Arlington County Board. The event will provide candidates the opportunity to engage with local business leaders and address the key issues affecting the business community. Details: TBD Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor at $1,500 – Exclusive Opportunity Benefits:


• Company recognized at event • Opportunity for company representative to give a welcome • Reserved preferred seating for four at the event • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Economic Development Trailblazer at $750 – Exclusive Opportunity Benefits:

• Reserved preferred seating for four at the event • Company logo featured on printed program • Company logo featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event

including the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website Business Champions at $500 – Multiple Business Champions are available Benefits:

• Reserved preferred seating for four at the event • Sponsor name on event program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including



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Advocates at $250 – Multiple Advocates are available Benefits:

• Reserved preferred seating for two at the event • Sponsor name on event program • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including


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Nonprofit Forum Produced by the Chamber’s Community Action Committee, this series of Nonprofit Forums feature expert speakers on timely topics of relevance to the nonprofit community. Past topics include: How to Get Past the Overhead Ratio, Maximizing Impact with Online Giving Days, The Dos & Don’ts of Foundation Grant Proposals, and Planning Ahead: The How-To Guide to Setting up a Planned Giving Program. Each sponsorship is for a single forum. Date: Two events in 2019 Projected Attendance: 50 – 100 per event Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Grand Sponsor – Filled by M&T Bank Benefits:

• Company logo featured in the invitation • Top billing on all event signage • Opportunity for company representative to speak at the beginning of the event • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website • Four representatives to attend the event

Premier Sponsors at $750 – Multiple Premier Sponsorships are available for each event Benefits:

• Company’s name listed on event signage • Company logo on handout for all attendees • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website • Two representatives to attend the event

Patron Sponsors at $250 – Multiple Patron Sponsorships are available for each event Benefits:

• Company’s name listed on event signage • Company featured in promotional materials developed by the Chamber for the event including

the Chamber’s newsletter and on the Chamber’s website • Two representatives to attend the event


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Northern Virginia Elected Leaders Summit The Northern Virginia Elected Leaders summit offers business leaders the opportunity to hear from the region’s elected leaders about the economic climate in each jurisdiction and offer thoughts on how each jurisdiction in Northern Virginia can work together for the betterment of our regional economy. With heightened awareness of our region due to the possibility of Amazon’s HQ2 locating in Northern Virginia, collaboration across city and county lines is more critical than ever before. This forum seeks to drive that collaboration. In the first two years in partnering on this event, each event received over 200 attendees and significant media interest. Date: August/September 2019 Projected Attendance: 200+ Location: TBD Contact: [email protected] or (703) 525-2400 Summit Sponsor at $1,000 – Multiple Summit Sponsorships are available Benefits:

• Five tickets to attend the event • Recognition in marketing materials prior to the event • Recognition at the event in script and PowerPoint


Sponsorship Contract This contract confirms your commitment to the sponsorship detailed below and confirms the amount owed to the Arlington Chamber for this sponsorship. For questions, please contact (703) 525-2400 or [email protected]. Company Authorized Representative Address City State _ Zip Phone Email I would like to secure the following sponsorship: Name of Event Sponsor Level Instructions Amount $ Payment: Please choose one of the following payment options

Invoice me Check Credit Card (Visa/Mastercard/American Express/Discover) Please make check payable to Arlington Chamber of Commerce Credit Card No. Exp. Date Security Code Billing Zip Code Signature Date Please submit this form using one of the following forms of communication: MAIL:

Arlington Chamber of Commerce 2009 14th St. N. Suite 100 Arlington, VA 22201

E-MAIL: [email protected]



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2019 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES - Arlington Chamber · Washington Workplace has first right of renewal. Benefits: • One reserved table for ten in a preferred location with company