SATURDAY, MAY 20, 2017, 7 PM - 11 PM

SHARONVILLE CONVENTION CENTER

HONORING THE PAST TO SECURE OUR FUTURE

ANNIVERSARYAFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

The Chamber has exciting and dynamic

plans for the future. We are vigorously

planning for a new building designed for

the needs of future entrepreneurs.

t has been a wonderful 20 years for the Greater Cincinnati & Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of

Commerce and we are working diligently toward creating the environment for the next 20 years. We ask that you join us in this worthy endeavor.

The Chamber has pursued activities consistent with its mission by establishing and strengthening business relationships, providing access to major corporations and governments, aiding in the professional development of our members, and developing strategic partnerships and alliances for African American businesses and the community. Through these concentrated efforts, the Chamber has assisted in the growth and expansion of the African American businesses in this region.

There is more work to do.

The Chamber has exciting and dynamic plans for the future. The Chamber is diligently planning for a new building designed for the needs of future entrepreneurs. The Chamber has substantially increased its programs; not only are there more programs, but these new programs are targeted to meet the needs and aspirations of our members. Services, tailored to our members, have

expanded as has the highly-regarded Ohio MBAC program. Further, the Chamber is reaching out and partnering with other regional economic development organizations. Additionally, the Chamber maintains a consistently conservative fiscal management.

These changes have produced incredible results. The Chamber has seen an increase in membership such that the organization has more members than ever in its history. It is more active, more engaged, more responsive, and more impactful.

The Chamber needs your help to continue this work which increases the business activity and vitality of this region. Through your sponsorship of the 20th Anniversary Celebration, you are supporting the business community, entrepreneurs and their families, and the vibrancy of Cincinnati…and, of course, the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky African American Chamber of Commerce.

Thank you,

Eric H. KearneyPresident & CEO

Eric KearneyPresident & CEO

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

John Moore, Board ChairMoore AirMyron Brown, Chairman EmeritusToyota John Munson, Jr. Vice-Chair Macy’sRoy Mitchell, TreasurerKunimura MitchellGreg BattleLean Continuous ImprovementsMark CampbellMegen ConstructionKen CartwrightXLC ServicesAdriene BruceFifth Third BankBranden CrissGreat Catch MarketingShanese LeeMercy HealthMorgan OwensTriHealthZola StewartFocus Solutions, Inc.Stevie SwainWestern & Southern Financial GroupLarissa EnglandThe Kroger Co.Holli TurnerCintas CorporationLaShonda WrightWright Finance Group

DEAR FRIEND OF THE AFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER

HONORING THE PAST TO SECURE OUR FUTURE

ANNIVERSARYAFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER

HONORING THE PAST TO SECURE OUR FUTURE

ANNIVERSARYAFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER

SPONSORSHIP TIERS

MBE SPONSOR—$1,500• Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media

and printed materials• Logo Display on Stage• One reserved table of ten• Half page color ad in event program

COMMUNITY SPONSOR—$500• Two gala tickets• Quarter page color ad in event program

DINNER SPONSOR—$7,500• Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media and

printed materials• Company and Logo Display on each table• One reserved table of ten• Acknowledgement during Dinner• Full page color ad in event program• 10 tickets to Private Sponsor Pre-Event

Reception

CORPORATE SPONSOR—$5,000• Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media and

printed materials• Logo Display on Stage• One reserved table of ten• Acknowledgement during Program• Full page color ad in event program

GENERAL SPONSOR—$2,500• Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media and

printed materials• Logo Display on Stage• One reserved table of ten• Half page color ad in event program

TITLE SPONSOR—$30,000• Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media and

printed materials• Logo Display on Stage• Front Row Seating for three reserved tables of

ten• Acknowledgement during Program• Gala Co-Host during Dinner Program• Full page color ad in event program • Premiere Display• 30 tickets and speaking role at Private Sponsor

Pre-Event Reception

PRESENTING SPONSOR—$25,000 • Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media and

printed materials• Logo Display on Stage• Two reserved tables of ten – preferred seating• Acknowledgement during Program• Introduction of Keynote Speaker or other

speaking role• Full page color ad in event program• 20 tickets to Private Sponsor Pre-Event

Reception

ENTERTAINMENT SPONSOR—$15,000• Entertainment Announcer and Photo Op• Introduce the Artist• Corporate Name/Logo listed in all media and

printed materials• Logo Display on Stage• One reserved table of ten• Acknowledgement during Program• Full page color ad in event program• 10 tickets to Private Sponsor Pre-Event

Reception

PROGRAM BOOKLETADVERTISING

Advertising sponsorship for the Program Booklet: This vehicle will showcase sponsors who are in support of our mission to establish and create access to a large and vibrant consumer base long after the close of the Gala.

FULL PAGE $400HALF PAGE $250QUARTER PAGE $125

All advertising reservations should be received by April 20, 2017. Payment confirms your ad space.

GALA TICKETS

INDIVIDUAL$100 per person for Members before April 1st, $150 after

$150 per person for Non-Members before April 1st, $175 after

TABLES OF TEN $1,000 for Members before April 1st, $1,500 after

$1,500 for Non-Members before April 1st, $1,750 after

SPONSORSHIP TIERS

Title $30,000Presenting $25,000Entertainment $15,000 Dinner $7,500 Corporate Sponsor $5,000General Sponsor $2,500 MBE $1,500Community Sponsor $500

HISTORYThe African American Chamber was founded in 1996 by a group of African American business

owners and consumers seeking to improve the economic status of African Americans and the African American community. The vision was to form an organization, which would advocate on behalf of emerging and established businesses, help to create new market opportunities, and provide access to capital, and revitalize African American communities.

VISIONTo be the premier advocate for African American businesses in the Greater Cincinnati and

Northern Kentucky region.

MISSIONTo establish, cultivate, and strengthen consumer and business relationships; provide access

to major corporate markets for our members to increase business opportunities; and, assist in developing strategic partnerships and alliances for the purpose of strengthening and growing the business community.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

African American Chamber of Commerce

2945 Gilbert Avenue, Cincinnati, Ohio 45206

Gino@African-AmericanChamber.com 513.751.9900

African-AmericanChamber.com

ANNIVERSARYAFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER

HONORING THE PAST TO SECURE OUR FUTURE