2024 Sponsorship Opportunities

OPPORTUNITIES

Chemung County Chamber of Commerce

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MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

CELEBRATING OUR MEMBERS

Member Services Council: the Chemung Chamber Member Services Council consists of volunteers from Chamber Member Businesses who donate time to assist the organization in various activities. These Chamber ambassadors meet with potential new members while assisting with fostering relationships with existing member organizations. The mission of the council is to support membership initiatives by:

• Raising awareness of Chamber activities and benefits

• Informing and involving new Chamber members to promote strong continuing membership

• Encouraging meaningful and beneficial participation in Chamber programs

• Serving as a liaison between Chamber staff and membership

Sponsorship Level: $100 | Multiple Available

This sponsorship will provide our member services council with incentives, such as gift certificates to local small businesses.

2024 SPONSORSHIP

OPPORTUNITIES

The Chamber's mission is to represent the business community in the promotion of prosperity and quality of life throughout its service area. The Chamber works to build new partnerships as well as foster existing partnerships while leading, convening, and advocating across different sectors with a strong vision of a regional economy where businesses succeed and people prosper. Our 2024 programming has been intentionally designed with the continuation of this practice in mind. Chamber sponsorship opportunities are designed to help build and strengthen relationships with other members of our community while supporting the important work the Chamber accomplishes each year.

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS

January 2024 | Clemens Center

The Chemung County Chamber of Commerce Annual Meeting of Members is the Chamber's largest gathering of member businesses highlighting the accomplishments of the Chamber, as well as vision for the future. The evening program will include a keynote speaker as well as the induction of inspiring business leaders into the Chamber's Board of Directors. Join us as we raise a glass to the companies and volunteer who partner with us to help Chemung County and regional area businesses thrive. This is a must attend event with a networking reception.

Projected attendance: 300

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Audience: Area business leaders, dignitaries, volunteer leadership from the Chemung Chamber and Chamber Board of Directors

Presenting Sponsor | $6,000 | Exclusive

• 10 event tickets priority seating for business meeting

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

SOLD

• Right of first acceptance to sponsorship next year

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's CHAMBER newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Welcome Cocktail Reception Sponsor | $4,500 | Exclusive

• 8 event tickets priority seating for business meeting

• Sign with company logo displayed in the lobby

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's CHAMBER newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

• One half-page company provided advertisement program

• Recognition from the podium during the program

Program Sponsor | $3,000 | Exclusive

• 8 event tickets priority seating for business meeting

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Gold Sponsor | $2,000 | 2 Available

• 8 tickets priority seating

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Entertainment Sponsor | $1,500 | Exclusive

• Opportunity to introduce entertainment

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• Eight (8) Tickets for Event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in the program

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD EVENTOVER

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERS

January 2024 | Clemens Center

Photography Sponsor | $1,500 | Exclusive

• Opportunity to introduce entertainment

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

• Eight (8) Tickets for Event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

SOLD

• Name/Logo displayed in the program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Signature Drink Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• Opportunity to introduce entertainment

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• Six (6) Tickets for Event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in the program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Flower/Decoration Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• Opportunity to introduce entertainment

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• Eight (6) Tickets for Event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in the program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

• 4 Tickets to the event

Dessert & Coffee Sponsor | $900 | Exclusive

• Signage on the Dessert Table

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in the program

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Bronze Sponsor | $500 | Multiple Available

• 2 tickets

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD

Friend of Chamber | $250 | Multiple Available

• Two tickets to the event

• Name listed in program

Donation in Kind

• Items, Gift Certificates, Gift Baskets

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MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

THE ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY

December | 5:00 p.m. | Elmira Country Club

Each year, the Chamber celebrates the opportunity to identify, honor and reinforce area businesses and individuals for their contributions that are positively impacting our region. Our Annual Awards Ceremony will feature: New Business of the Year Award, Young Professional Award, Trailblazer Award, Partners in Education Award, Partners in Education Career Achievement Award, ATHENA® Award, Mary E. Kennedy Community Builder Award, Member Service Council, Ambassador of the Year, Member Milestone Anniversaries

The evening will begin with a cocktail hour and feature music, delicious hors d'oeuvres, dinner and networking

Projected Attendance: 300 | Audience: Business Members

Admission: $100 Individual | $200 Couple

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Presenting Sponsor | $6,000 | Exclusive

• Opportunity to welcome attendees and introduce emcee

• Organization listed as a presenter in all marketing materials

• One full-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• Two tables of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• One company-provided banner and/or signage at event

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Welcome Cocktail Reception Sponsor | $3,500 | Exclusive

• Sign with company logo displayed in the lobby

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

SOLD SOLD

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Entertainment Sponsor | $2,500 | Exclusive

• Opportunity to introduce entertainment

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Photography Sponsor | $1,500 | Exclusive

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Video Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• One half-page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

THE ANNUAL AWARDS CEREMONY

Awards Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• One ¼ -page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

SOLD

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Signature Drink Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• One ¼ -page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• Cocktail named after your business

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Flower Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• One ¼ -page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Wine Pull Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• Signage on the Wine Pull Table

• One ¼ -page, company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Silent Auction Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• One ¼ -page, , company-provided advertisement in the program

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Guest Gift Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• Signage on the Gift Table

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor.

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicit

Athena Sponsor | $950 | 2 Available

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Table Sponsor | $900 | Multiple Available

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Dessert & Coffee Sponsor | $900| Exclusive

• Signage on the Dessert Table

• One table of eight (8) at the event

• Recognition from the podium during the program

• Logo listed in program as sponsor

SOLD

• Logo listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

Friend of Chamber | $250 | Multiple Available

• Two tickets to the event

• Name listed in program

Donation in Kind

• Items, Gift Certificates, Gift Baskets

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

BUSINESS AFTER BUSINESS

All Year 2024 I 5:00-7:00 p.m. I Locations TBD

Business After Businesses (B.A.B.s) are one of the Chamber's premier networking events. Sponsorship opportunities have been added to assist with building the longstanding tradition in Chemung County. Business After Business receptions allow for our members and non-members to share ideas in a social atmosphere while learning about important businesses in our community. These events are open to both Chamber members and non-member guests. Our rotating locations give attendees the opportunity to experience a business, restaurant, or other venue that may be new to Chemung County, or new to them

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Gold Sponsor | 3 Available | $1,000

• Logo Recognition on all event promotion

• 6 attendees at each event

2SOLD 1AVAILABLE

• All sponsors will be listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's CHAMBER newsletter, and all media/publicity

Series Sponsor | 1 Available | $4,000 Sponsor the Whole Series

• Logo Recognition on all event promotion

• 6 attendees at each event

• All sponsors will be listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's CHAMBER newsletter, and all media/publicity

PROJECTED ATTENDANCE: 50-150

AUDIENCE: Chamber members and non-chamber members

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT

COFFEE CONNECTION

Sponsorship $250.00 for 1 session

Please join the Chamber Staff for informal conversations and networking quarterly.

Each quarter, the Chamber will be hosting informational conversations and networking sessions beginning at 8:30a.m. and ending by 9:30a.m. The Chamber team will provide attendees with light refreshments during each hour long session. This is a casual format for all members to enjoy, whether a new member wanting to know more about member benefits, or an existing member who has questions or concerns.

Your sponsorship will go towards refreshments, as well as small door prizes such as gift certificates to local small businesses

Your Sponsorship Includes:

• Opportunity to welcome attendees

• Opportunity to promote your business through handouts, promotional materials, giveaways, etc

• All sponsors will be listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Chamber newsletter, and all media/publicity

• Right of first offer for sponsorship the following year

2024 EXPERIENCE CHEMUNG

October

2024 | Location TBD

Experience Chemung is the region's premier evening of food and beverage delights. Attendees will taste their way through local restaurants enjoying signature bites from favorites while sipping on local beer and wine, and listening to light music.

All Sponsorships include: Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during event, company name and link to website in Today's CHAMBER newsletter both on line and in print. Company name and or logo on television advertising.

Projected Attendance: 250

Audience: Community and business members

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Grand Sponsor | $3,000 | Exclusive

• 10 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Invitation Sponsor: Company name & logo on invitation created for event

• Company logo on back of t-shirts worn by volunteers at event

NATIONAL SOARING MUSEUM 2022

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Gold Sponsor | $1,500 | Exclusive

• 8 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Mystery Item | $1,000 | Exclusive

• 6 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Wine Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• 6 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

SOLD

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Ticket Basket Sponsor | $1,000 | Exclusive

• 6 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Ticket Basket Sponsor ONLY: Company name & logo on display at ticket basket auction and on tickets

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

SPECIAL EVENTS CONTINUED

Take Away Sponsor | $850 | Exclusive

• 4 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Take Away Sponsor ONLY: Company name & logo on take away items.

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Grab Bag Sponsor | $850 | Exclusive

• 4 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• Grab Bag Sponsor ONLY: Company name & logo on grab bags sold during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Guest Bartender Sponsor | $500 | Exclusive

• 2 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Guest Bartender Sponsor ONLY: Company name & logo on all signs at bar

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Silver Sponsor | $450 | Exclusive

• 2 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Entertainment Sponsor | $450 | Exclusive

• 2 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on “Entertainment Sponsored by Your Company” sign display during event

ELMIRA COLLEGE 2023

SOLD

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Bronze Sponsor | $300 | Multiple Available

• 2 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

SOLD

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Friends of the Chamber Sponsor | $250 | Multiple Available

• 2 tickets to the event

• Company name & logo on display during event

• Company name listed on back of volunteer t-shirts during live event

JAMES V. CLUNE JR., MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

August 2024 | Elmira Country Club

Take to the greens at the Elmira Country Club for a day filled with networking, fun, food and golf! This tournament is captain and crew format and includes skins and mulligans. Players will be provided with a lunch, refreshments all day and a light dinner.

Shot Gun Start

Projected Attendance: 150

Audience : Business and community leaders

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Dinner Sponsor | $3,000 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo prominently displayed during dinner

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Golf Cart Sponsor | $2,000 | Exclusive

• Name/Logo prominently displayed on the front of all players carts

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Golf Ball Sponsor | $1,500 | Exclusive

• Logo printed on golf balls provided to each player

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Beverage Cart Sponsor | $750 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo prominently displayed on the beverage cart

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Lunch Sponsor | $600 | 2 Available

• Company name/logo prominently displayed during lunch

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Clubhouse Sponsor | $500 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo prominently displayed on Clubhouse

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Snack Sponsor | $500 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo displayed at snack area and on snack bags

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Registration Sponsor | $400 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo prominently displayed at the registration table

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Golf Ball Marker Sponsor | $400 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo displayed on golf ball markers provided to each player

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

SOLD SOLD SOLD SOLD

SPECIAL EVENTS

MEMBER

ENGAGEMENT

JAMES V. CLUNE JR.,MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

Closest to the Pin Sponsor | $400 | 2 Available

• Two sponsorships are available for the men’s and women’s closest to the pin hole designated Par 3

• Company name/logo displayed on a tee/green sign

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Longest Drive Sponsor | $400 | 2 Available

• Two sponsorships are available for the men’s and women’s longest drive

• Company name/logo displayed at the hole hosting the longest drive competition

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Beverage

Sponsor | $400 | 2 Available

• Company name/logo displayed at the beverage stations throughout the event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Putting Green Sponsor | $350 | 2 Available

• Company name/logo displayed on a tee/green sign at the Club’s putting green

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

First Aid Sponsor | $350 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo displayed near registration

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Golf Tee Sponsor | $350 | Exclusive

• Company name/logo displayed on golf tees provided to each player

SOLD

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Heckler Sponsor | $350 | 2 Available

• Company name/logo displayed on Heckler sign displayed at event

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Tee or Green Sponsor | $250 | 36 Available

• Company name/logo displayed at the Tee or Green

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Team: Captain & Crew Format | $695

• Skins & Mulligans, Cart fees, Green fees, Lunch, Beverages throughout the tournament, and a Tee/Green sign displayed at event

Team:

Captain & Crew Format | $595

• Skins & Mulligans, Cart fees, green fees, Lunch, Beverages throughout the tournament

SPECIAL EVENTS EXPERIENCE

CHEMUNG RESTAURANT WEEK

SPRING 2024

Chemung Restaurant Week provides a boost to traffic to area restaurants. Restaurants participate with special menus and are included in a multi-media marketing campaign

SPECIAL EVENTS

AUDIENCE: General public

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Gold Sponsor | $1,500 | 1 Available

• Larger Logo recognition

• Opportunity to participate in event promo videos

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

• 6 - $25 Gift Cards to Area Restaurants

Silver Sponsor | $1,000 | 2 Available

• Larger name recognition

• Opportunity to participate in event promo videos

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

1SOLD 1AVAILABLE

• 4 - $25 Gift Cards to Area Restaurants

Bronze Sponsor | $500 | Multiple

• Name recognition

• All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

• 2 - $25 Gift Cards to Area Restaurants

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ECONOMIC FORUM

February 2024 | Clarion Inn Elmira

The Economic Forum brings together leaders from different backgroundsfrom industry, manufacturing, government and academia to discuss important and enlightening dynamics affecting local economics, workforce demographics, business and development. Presentations and conversation will look closely at current topics and make connections to challenges, opportunities and trends in the local region

Projected Attendance: 300

Audience: Diverse business professionals and community leaders

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Program Sponsor | $3,000 | Exclusive

• Reserved seating for 8, priority seating

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Gold Sponsor | $2,000 | Exclusive

• Reserved seating for 6

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

SOLD SOLD EVENTOVER

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Silver Sponsor | $1,500 | Multiple Available

• Reserved seating for 4

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Bronze Sponsor | $1,000 | Multiple Available

• Reserved seating for 4

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Partner Sponsor | $500 | Multiple Available

• Reserved seating for 2

• Sponsor sign displayed at the event

• Name/Logo displayed in program

• All sponsors will be listed in the Today’s Chamber Newsletter, Chamber Website, and all media/publicity

Admission | $35 per person | $280 reserved table of 8 | $350 reserved table of 10

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

SMALL BUSINESS WEEK

April 28 -May 4, 2024

During National Small Business Week, we honor and celebrate our small businesses as the heart and soul of our business community and as drivers of our local economy. The Chemung County Chamber of Commerce will be celebrating these businesses the first week of May 2024. This is a community-wide event in which all businesses may participate, and all community members may submit nominations for Small Business Awards

SMALL BUSINESS WEEK EVENTS:

Projected Attendance: 25-50 per event | 100+ at Business After Business Event

Audience: Small business owners, Chamber members and their employees

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The Chemung County Chamber of Commerce will develop the “Small Business Week” campaign to encourage people to make a point of shopping at a small business. This is an opportunity to draw attention to our small business Chamber members and encourage people to support local small businesses for their everyday purchases. This is a great week to support small businesses in our community! We're excited to see new businesses you discover, and those you frequent! The campaign will include social media, webinars/seminars, Shop Small Thursday Challenge and so much more.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Small Business Champion Sponsor | $1,500 | 1 Available

• The program will be referred to as “Small Business Week, presented by (name of sponsor company)”

• Two-minute promotional announcement at all events

• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at Small Business Seminar

• All sponsors will be listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's CHAMBER newsletter, and all media/publicity

• Ten (10) passes to a Business After Business event

• First right of refusal for following year

Small Business Partner Sponsor | $1,000 | 2 Available

• One-minute promotional announcement at all events

• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at Small Business Seminar

• All sponsors will be listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's Today's CHAMBER newsletter, and all media/publicity

• Six (6) passes to a Business After Business event

1SOLD 1AVAILABLE

Small Business Friend Sponsor | $500 | Multiple Available

• 30-second announcement from emcee

• Opportunity to distribute promotional materials at Small Business Seminar

• All sponsors will be listed on the Chamber website, in the Today's CHAMBER newsletter, and all media/publicity

• Six (6) passes to a Business After Business event

EDUCATION/WORKFORCE MFG DAY PROGRAM

MADE IN THE SOUTHERN TIER

MFG Day highlights the importance of manufacturing to the economy, provides manufacturers with the opportunity to showcase the potential of modern manufacturing, and fosters interest in its many rewarding careers. MFG Day’s mission is to inspire the next generation of manufacturers.

Projected Program Attendance

400 +_ /Manufacturing tours for students:

Audience: High school students, Educators, Workforce Partners and elected Officials

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Nickel Sponsor | $5,000 | Exclusive

• Top billing logo recognition

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Booth at the expo to showcase your sponsorship and promote your business

SOLD

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity Chamber

• Right of first acceptance to sponsorship next year

Gold Sponsor | $3,000 | Exclusive

• Top billing logo recognition

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Booth at the expo to showcase your sponsorship and promote your business

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity Chamber

Brass Sponsor | $2,500 | Exclusive

• Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Booth at the expo to showcase your sponsorship and promote your business

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity Chamber

SOLD

Aluminum Sponsor | $1,000 | Multiple Available

• Small Sponsor sign prominently displayed at the event

• Booth at the expo to showcase your sponsorship and promote your business

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity Chamber

Stainless Steel Sponsor | $500 | Multiple Available

• Booth at the expo to showcase your sponsorship and promote your business

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity Chamber

Lead Sponsor | $250 | Multiple Available

• All sponsors will be listed in Today’s Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity Chamber

EDUCATION/WORKFORCE

LEADERSHIP CHEMUNG

October to May 2025

Leadership Chemung is designed to develop individuals for future leadership roles in Chemung County and the Southern Tier by broadening their knowledge and awareness of the community and honing their leadership skills. The program is celebrating more than three decades of inspiring future leaders in our community. Classes, taught by local business leaders, have covered the following topics: Listening Skills & Communication, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Leadership, Multi-generational Interaction, Workforce Trends in the Southern Tier, Coaching to Improve Employee & Team Performance, Leadership Intelligence, Community Challenges, Making Your Case, Technology and its Effects on Leadership.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS

Leadership Chemung Core Program Sponsor | $2,500 | Exclusive Program sponsors provide support for the Chamber's flagship program, designed to help develop informed, committed and qualified leaders in Chemung County

• Distinction of being named the Leadership Chemung Core program corporate sponsor

• Guaranteed spot for one employee in Leadership Chemung Class

• Inclusion of your name and brand in materials and marketing collateral

• Offers remarks at opening/closing of event

• Full-page, full-color prominent ad in Today's Chamber Newsletter for ten months

• Recognition in various social media outlets

• Photo opportunities

Leadership Commencement Breakfast Sponsor | $2,000 | Exclusive

• Inclusion of your name and brand in materials and marketing collateral

• Corporate representative serves as welcome speaker

• Recognition in various social media outlets

• Photo opportunities

SOLD SOLD

Leadership Chemung Individual Session | $150 | Multiple Available

• Corporate representative serves as welcome speaker

• Corporate recognition at event and in various social media outlets

• Opportunity to promote business through handouts, giveaways, etc

DEI AND EDUCATIONAL SERIES

DEI

Registration Rates: $5 Members, $10 Non-Members

Presenting Sponsor $2,000 | Exclusive

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• Sign with company logo in the lobby

• Recognition by emcee during the program

Registration for up to 20 employees

• Top billing logo recognition: All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Gold Sponsor $1,000 | 2 Available

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• Sign with company logo in the lobby

• Recognition by emcee during the program

Registration for up to 10 employees

• Larger logo recognition: All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

Silver Sponsor $250 | 1 Available

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• Sign with company logo in the lobby

Registration for up to 4 employees

• Recognition by emcee during the program

SOLD

• Logo recognition: All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

EDUCATIONAL SERIES

The Chamber Member Educational Series offers an average of fifteen seminars per year on a variety of issues that affect businesses and their employees. Some of the topics recently covered include, but are not limited to: Family & Medical Leave Act, Social Media Series, Workers' Compensation Reform, Retirement Educations, Small Business Support, DEI, Branding and much more.

Presenting Sponsor $1,500 | Exclusive Sign with company logo in the lobby

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SOLD

Registration for up to 20 employees

• Top billing logo recognition: All sponsors will be listed in Today's Chamber Newsletter, Chamber website and all media/publicity

2024 ADVERTISING RATES

Advertise to area businesses each month with Today’s CHAMBER! Today’s CHAMBER is published monthly and is emailed to more than 1400 Chamber members. We are pleased to be offering a full-color publication!

2024 Newsletter Advertising Rates

Full Page Color (8”W x 10.5”H).........$400 1/2Page Color (8”W x 5.25”H)...........$300 1/4Page Color (3.875”W x 5.25”H)..$250

Member Provided Insert......................$500

Bulk Advertising Discounts*

Purchase any 3 months save 10%

Purchase any 6 months save 15%

Purchase any 9 months save 20%

Purchase any 12 months save 25%

*Complete ad package must be paid for in advance for discount to apply.

For more information or to reserve advertising space, please contact the Chamber at 607.734.5137 or email info@chemungchamber.org