SMPS Research Triangle...SMPS RESEARCH TRIANGLE: 2019-2020 Sponsorship Opportuni es 2 The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) is a national, non-proﬁ t organization

SMPS Research Triangle2019-2020 Sponsorship Opportunities

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Contact Pat Perkins [email protected] or 919.941.9000

2SMPS RESEARCH TRIANGLE: 2019-2020 Sponsorship Opportuni es

The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) is a national, non-profi t organization that

promotes the professional and educational advancement of professional service marketers primarily

in the Architectural, Engineering, and Construction (A/E/C) industries.

By the Numbers7,000+ Marketing and Business Professionals Nationally

125+ SMPS Research Triangle Chapter Members

900+ Event Attendees a Year

1100+ Social Media Followers: Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram

Branding! The association has a national

membership of 7,000+ marketing and

business professionals, including the

Research Triangle Chapter’s over 125

active members.

In addition to our membership, our

eblast list consists of more than 900

event attendees, past speakers, guests,

and potential member names.

Gain exposure to key potential business

partners and decisionmakers through

one of our dynamic sponsorship

opportunities.

For more information, contact Pat Perkins at [email protected] or 919.941.9000

Why Sponsor SMPS?

Returning Sponsors from 2018-2019 get 10% off !


2019-2020 Event YearThrough networking, business intelligence, and research, SMPS members gain

a competitive advantage in marketplace positioning. SMPS offers members

professional development, leadership opportunities, and marketing resources for

career advancement.

Seven Regular Monthly Programs• Tuesday, September 1o, 2019

• Tuesday, October 8, 2019

• Tuesday, November 12, 2019

• Tuesday, January 14, 2020

• Tuesday, February 11, 2020

• Tuesday, April 14, 2020

• Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Four Coordinators’ Clubs• Wednesday, September 25, 2019

• Wednesday, November 6, 2019

• Wednesday, February 5, 2020

• Wednesday, April 29, 2020

Three Signature Socials• Annual Kick-off Event

• Holiday Party

• Year-End Celebration

Quarterly “Members Connect” Lunches • Rotates between RTP/Durham and Morrisville/Cary areas

and is open to all SMPS members.

PUMP Mentorship Program

4SMPS RESEARCH TRIANGLE 2019-2020 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Benefi ts Quick OverviewPlease see sponsorship descriptions for specifi c benefi ts at each level.


Annual SponsorshipsFrom September to May, SMPS presents monthly networking and

educational programs typically held on the second Tuesday of each month

at PNC Arena. There are (4) Coordinators Clubs held throughout the term.

HighlightsGold Multiple are available One (1) free registration to every regular monthly program

Silver Multiple are available

Three (3) free registrations to a regular monthly program of your choice

Bronze Multiple are available

One (1) free registration to a regular monthly program of your choice

Monthly Program Door Prize Bundle SOLD OUT!

(7 programs)Receive copy of business cards for everyone entered into the drawing

Coordinators’ Club Bundle (4 programs) SOLD OUT! (1) free registration to sponsored program

Annual sponsorship must be purchased by August 30, 2019.


Annual Gold Sponsorship (September - May)

Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................................$775.00 Non-Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................$875.00Multiple Sponsorships are available!

• Free Registration: (1) free registration to every regular monthly program in the

2019-2020 SMPS event year

• Brand Exposure: Sponsor company logo or name will be included on all promotional

materials and outlets for sponsored program, including:

• SMPS website

• Exclusive slide in presentation screen during fi rst 30 minutes of program

• Weekly Eblasts

• Social Media Announcements, including event Tweets, Facebook,

LinkedIn and Instagram mentions

• Banner-Ups at each monthly program

• Promotional material at each monthly event

• Company Acknowledgment: Sponsor is acknowledged during introductions at a regular

monthly program by the SMPS Research Triangle President.

• Sponsor Ribbon: Sponsor ribbon on nametag(s) for monthly program

• Attendee List: Upon request, sponsor is provided a copy of monthly program attendee list.



Annual Silver Sponsorship (September - May)

Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................................$600.00Non-Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................$700.00Multiple Sponsorships are available!

• Free Registration: Three (3) free registrations for regular monthly program(s) of

your choice during the 2019-2020 SMPS event year



• SMPS website

• Logo on presentation screen during fi rst 30 minutes of program

• Weekly Eblasts











Annual Bronze Sponsorship (September - May)

Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................................$325.00Non-Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................$425.00Multiple Sponsorships are available!

• Free Registration: One (1) free registration for a regular monthly program of your

choice during the 2019-2020 SMPS event year



• SMPS website


• Weekly Eblasts











Annual Door Prize Bundled Sponsorship (7 programs)

Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................................$250.00Non-Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................$350.00

• Logo on the SMPS Triangle website homepage through the 2019-2020 term


• Logo in weekly Eblasts


• Sponsor is acknowledged in introductions during a monthly program by the

SMPS Research Triangle President.

• Sponsor ribbon on nametag(s) at monthly program

This EXCLUSIVE sponsorship is sold on a fi rst-come fi rst-served basis.

Annual Coordinators’ Club Bundled Sponsorship (4 programs)


• One (1) free registration for each Coordinators’ Club program

• Sponsor is given a formal introduction at each Coordinators’ Club program

• Logo on the SMPS Triangle website homepage through the 2019-2020 term

• Logo in weekly Eblasts; social media mentions

• Attendee list available upon request


• In-kind sponsorship based on providing breakfast.


SOLD

OUT!

SOLD

OUT!


From September to May, SMPS presents monthly networking and educational programs usually

held on the second Tuesday of each month. Individual sponsorships are available for every monthly

program where lunch is provided.

Highlights

Regular Monthly Program Reserved Seating: By request (NLT 10 days prior) to Pat Perkins, Sponsor has the option for reserved seats with logo recognition included at the table.

Annual In-Kind Print Sponsorship SOLD OUT! Brand recognition to target AEC industry.

Individual Exclusive Sponsorships


Regular Monthly Program Sponsorship

Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................................$325.00Non-Member Sponsor .....................................................................................................$425.00EXCLUSIVE - 1 per program. FIRST COME FIRST SERVED!

• Free Registrations: Two (2) free registrations for the sponsored monthly program.

• Reserved Seating: By request (NLT 10 days prior) to Pat Perkins, Sponsor has the option

for reserved seats with logo recognition included at the table.



• Feature on SMPS website homepage prior to program and program description

• Exclusive slide in presentation screen during fi rst 30 minutes of program

• Weekly Eblasts



• Banner-Ups at sponsored monthly program

• Promotional material at each monthly program

• Informational Material Display Table: Upon request NLT 10 days prior to the program,

to Pat Perkins, sponsor is offered a table display area at the program. Option to distribute

informational fl yers, brochures, or “freebies” at your discretion.

• Company Acknowledgment: Sponsor is given a formal acknowledgment during a



• Attendee List: Upon request, sponsor is provided a copy of monthly program attendee list



Annual In-Kind Print SponsorshipEXCLUSIVE - (1) Available - Sponsor agrees to provide printing services to the SMPS Research

Triangle Chapter throughout the chapter year.

• Free Registrations: Two (2) free registrations to every regular monthly program in the 2019-

2020 term.

• Brand Exposure: Sponsor company logo or name will be included on promotional

materials for sponsored program, including:

• SMPS Research Triangle website


• Weekly Eblasts




• Promotional material at each program

• Company Acknowledgment: Sponsor is given a formal acknowledgment by the SMPS

Research Triangle President, before the start of the program.

• Sponsor Ribbon: Sponsor ribbon on nametag(s)

• Attendee List: Upon request, sponsor is provided a copy of program attendee list.

This EXCLUSIVE sponsorship is on a fi rst-come fi rst-served basis.

SOLD OUT!


Networking | Socials Sponsorships

These festive celebrations bring in a great crowd from across the Triangle area! Featuring lots of networking with fellow industry professionals, sponsorship of these gatherings is an excellent way to highlight your fi rm.

Highlights

Annual Kick-Off Two (2) free registrations for the sponsored social

Holiday PartyTwo (2) free registrations for the sponsored social

Year-End SocialTwo (2) free registrations for the sponsored social

Brand awarenessGain exposure to key potential

business partners and decision-makers

through one of our always well-

attended social/networking events!


Annual Kickoff Event Sponsorship


Multiple are available

Have your fi rm seen fi rst at the Research Triangle annual Kick-Off event in August! Members and

non-members gather over cocktails and hors d’oeuvres to network and hear about the exciting new

programs and events to come.

• Free Registrations: Two (2) free registrations

• Brand Exposure: Sponsor company logo or name will be included on promotional materials for

sponsored event, including:

• SMPS Research Triangle website during event month

• Eblasts promoting event



• Company Acknowledgment: Sponsor is given a formal introduction by the SMPS

Research Triangle President, before the start of the event. Sponsor may take 2-3 minutes

to briefl y introduce themselves and Sponsor fi rm following SMPS Research Triangle President

introduction.

• Sponsor Ribbon: Sponsor ribbon on nametag(s) for sponsored event


Holiday Social Sponsorship



This festive celebration brings in a great crowd from across the Triangle area! Featuring lots of

networking with fellow industry professionals, it is an excellent way of highlighting your fi rm.









Research Triangle President, before the start of the event. Sponsor may take 2-3 minutes

to briefl y introduce themselves and Sponsor fi rm following SMPS Research Triangle President

introduction.



End of Year Social Sponsorship



Finish strong with a sponsorship for our End of Year Social event in June. Our members gather to

celebrate accomplishments of the chapter and each other.









Research Triangle President, before the start of the event. Sponsor may take 2-3 minutes to

briefl y introduce themselves and Sponsor fi rm following SMPS Research Triangle President

introduction.


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SMPS Research Triangle...SMPS RESEARCH TRIANGLE: 2019-2020 Sponsorship Opportuni es 2 The Society for Marketing Professional Services (SMPS) is a national, non-proﬁ t organization