2026 Sponsorship Guide

2026

SPONSORSHIP GUIDE

SIGNATURE EVENTS These are the events to see and be seen at in the Eau Claire area business community. Our signature events, when combined, gather more than 2,000 business leaders each year, which allows the opportunity for our sponsors to have the most exposure.

BRAVO 2 BUSINESS | CHAMBER ROYALE | EAU WHAT A NIGHT

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORSHIP: $6,000 (10 Available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at events - Company recognition on digital display in Chamber lobby - Promo video featured at signature events and on Chamber socials throughout the year - Six tickets per signature event - Company logo displayed on Chamber website and Chamber socials

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORSHIP: $4,000 (15 Available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at events - Company recognition on digital display in Chamber lobby - Four tickets per signature event - Company logo displayed on Chamber website and Chamber socials

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP: $2,000 (20 Available) - Company listed in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company name displayed at events - Company recognition on digital display in Chamber lobby - Two tickets per signature event - Company listed on Chamber website and Chamber socials

*12-14 months of prominent marketing for all three signature events.*

GOLF DAY IN EAU CLAIRE Our annual golf outing is held on the same day at both the Eau Claire Country Club & Wild Ridge Golf & Event Center.

This event is one of the Chamber’s premiere networking events with 350+ people in attendance.

Sponsor availability is per course and include recognition during the event & evening program!

Corporate Sponsor: $2,500 (2 available) • Exhibitor booth space at the event • Logo signage at the golf course • Signage at the entrance to the golf course • Opportunity to welcome the attendees • Recognition in promotional announcements

Cart Sponsor: $2,000 (2 available) • Logo on golf carts • Logo on signage at the event

Flag Sponsor: $2,000 (18 holes) Shared: $1,000 (9 holes) Golf Ball Sponsor: $1,750 (2 available)

Beverage Sponsor: $500 (2 available) • Logo signage at the event

Brat Sponsor: $500 (2 available) • Logo signage at the event

Driving Range Sponsor: $500 (2 available)

• Logo signage at the event

Closest to the Pin: $500 (2 available) • Exclusive Sponsor at Driving Range

Score Card: $500 (2 available)

• Distribution of golf balls with company logo • Logo signage at the event

• Logo placement on event scorecard

Dinner Sponsor: $1,500 (2 available)

Candy Bar Sponsor: $500

• Exhibitor booth space at the event • Recognition on table signs at the event • Two dinners included for non-golfers

Lunch Sponsor: $1,000 (2 available) • Early registration sign-up • Exhibitor booth space at the event • Recognition on table signs at the event • Two lunches included for non-golfers

Hole Sponsor: $650 (Limited availability)

(2 available)

• Logo sticker on candy bars

Game Sponsor: $500 (2 available) • Logo signage at the event

Hole in One Sponsor: Pay for insurance

• Sponsor as the Hole In One Sponsor

• Exhibitor booth at hole • Logo signage at designated hole

*Existing sponsors for Golf Day in Eau Claire get first right of refusal.*

BUSINESS DAY IN EAU CLAIRE

A dynamic, one-day event designed to foster meaningful dialogue between the business community and local government leaders.

Title Sponsor: $5,000

- Company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - Option to produce a promotional video showcasing your support - Company logo on display at event - Full page ad in front of Business Brief booklet - Deliver welcome remarks at the event - Place promotional items or materials on event tables - Exclusive table for six

Lunch Sponsor: $2,000

- Company logo in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event - Full page ad in back of Business Brief booklet - Verbal recognition during lunch - Four tickets to event

Keynote Sponsor: $1,500

- Company logo in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event - Recognition in Business Brief booklet - Verbal recognition at start of the Keynote - Two tickets to event

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BUSINESS DAY IN EAU CLAIRE Economic Outlook Sponsor: $1,500 - Company logo in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event - Recognition in Business Brief book - Verbal recognition at the start of the Economic Outlook session - Two tickets to event

Community Leadership Sponsor: $1,000 - Company logo in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event - Company logo in Business Brief book - Two tickets to event

Building the Future Sponsor: $1,000 - Company logo in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event - Company logo in Business Brief book - Two tickets to event

Printing Sponsor: $750

- Company listed in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company listed on display at event - Company listed in Business Brief book - Two tickets to event

Networking Break Sponsor: $500 - Company listed in promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company listed on display at event - Company listed in Business Brief book - Two tickets to event

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY (Signature Events)

YPCV is a program designed to engage, educate & elevate young professionals in our community - offering diverse opportunities for networking, professional development, and community involvement. These events gather over 300 attendees each year.

BEAN BAG TOURNEY | CADDIE SHACK SCRAMBLE | EXTRAVAGANZA

GOLD LEVEL SPONSORSHIP: $1,500 (6 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at events - Promo video featured on YPCV socials prior to event

- Company logo featured on YPCV webpage and YPCV socials - Six tickets to use for signature events throughout the year

SILVER LEVEL SPONSORSHIP: $1,000 (9 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at events

- Company logo displayed on YPCV webpage and YPCV socials - Four tickets to use for signature events throughout the year

BRONZE LEVEL SPONSORSHIP: $750 (10 available) - Company name listed in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company name displayed at events

- Company listed on YPCV webpage and YPCV socials - Two tickets to use for signature events throughout the year

*12 months of recognition in support of the Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley program* *The following sponsorships are per event. They include company recognition at events, print & digital promotion and an opportunity to address attendees at event.*

Bean Bag Tournament

Extravaganza

Court Sponsor

$300 (3 available)

Board Sponsor

$150 (16 available)

Drink Sponsor Dinner Sponsor Game Sponsor

(February 2026)

Caddie Shack Scramble Golf Outing

(Fall/Winter 2026)

(June 2026)

Cart Sponsor Game Sponsor Putting Green sponsor

$500 $500 $500

Dinner sponsor Hole sponsor

$500 $300 (18 available)

$500 $500 $300

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY (Pillars)

YPCV is a program designed to engage, educate & elevate young professionals in our community - offering diverse opportunities for networking, professional development, and community involvement.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Park Clean Up, Sponsor a Family, and Volunteering

DEVELOPMENT Beer with a Boss, Company Tours, Mentorship Power Hour, and Pints & Politics

NETWORKING Morning Mingles and Happy Hours

GOLD LEVEL SUPPORT: $1,500 (10 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at events - Promo video featured on YPCV socials throughout the year - Company logo displayed on YPCV webpage and YPCV socials

SILVER LEVEL SUPPORT: $1,000 (10 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at events - Company logo displayed on YPCV webpage and YPCV socials

BRONZE LEVEL SUPPORT: $750 (15 available) - Company listed in all promotional materials for events (both digital and print) - Company name displayed at events - Company listed on YPCV webpage and YPCV socials

*12 months of recognition in support of the Young Professionals of the Chippewa Valley program*

ADVOCACY

Decisions made at every level of government – whether locally at city hall, school boards, the county courthouse, or in Madison and Washington – have a profound impact on our local businesses and the economy.

That’s why the Chamber is committed to being your eyes and ears – and, when needed, a non-partisan voice for the business community.

Chippewa Valley Rally (February 2026) Title Sponsor: $1,500

- Prominent company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo displayed in Rally book that is distrubuted to legislators, the Governor and Cabinet, and all Rally participants - Half page ad in Rally issues book - Company logo on display at the Rally events in Madison, including the reception - Company logo displayed on Rally webpage - Unlimited “Sponsor” stickers for your employees to wear at the event - Two tickets to Rally

Major Sponsor: $1000

- Company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo displayed in Rally book that is distrubuted to legislators, the Governor and Cabinet, and all Rally participants - Half page ad in Rally issues book - Company logo on display at the Rally events in Madison, including the reception - Company logo displayed on Rally webpage - Unlimited “Sponsor” stickers for your employees to wear at the event - Two tickets to Rally

Support Sponsor: $500

- Company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company logo displayed in Rally book that is distrubuted to legislators, the Governor and Cabinet, and all Rally participants - Company logo on display at the Rally events in Madison, including the reception - Company logo displayed on Rally webpage - Unlimited “Sponsor” stickers for your employees to wear at the event - One ticket to Rally

Co-Sponsor: $250

- Company listed in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - Company listed in Rally book that is distrubuted to legislators, the Governor and Cabinet, and all Rally participants - Company listed at the Rally events in Madison, including the reception - Company listed on Rally webpage

EDUCATION

The Chamber's focus on education continues to develop, educate, and inspire leaders in the Eau Claire area.

Programs within our Education core pillar provide impactful opportunities to build relationships, learn instrumental skills, and better our community all at the same time.

Chamber Educational Foundation Programs Sponsoring our Leadership Programs offers a unique opportunity to enhance your organization’s visibility and influence within the community. As a sponsor, you will be prominently featured in program materials, events, and media outreach, connecting your brand with innovation and community development. This partnership not only aligns you with a respected community initiative but also provides you with direct access to a network of emerging leaders and key stakeholders. Your support helps cultivate a skilled workforce and fosters strategic relationships that can propel both your business objectives and community growth. By investing in leadership development, you affirm your commitment to the community’s future and your role as a leader within it.

Leadership Eau Claire (LEC Class of 2027 | Aug 2026 - May 2027) Title Sponsor: $1,000 (4 available)

- Company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - You will have access to class participants, which allows you to share information about your company. This will help build and strengthen your company's brand.

Monthly Sponsor: $250 (9 available)

- For one of the nine designated months, the company logo will appear on class materials, event signage, and email communication.

Youth Leadership Eau Claire (YLEC Class of 2027 | Aug 2026 - May 2027) Title Sponsor: $1,000 (4 available)

- Company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - You will have exclusive access to class participants, which allows you to share information about your company. This will help build and strengthen your company's brand.

Monthly Sponsor: $250 (9 available)

- For one of the nine designated months, the company logo will appear on class materials, event signage, and email communication.

Student Scholarship: $250

- Sponsor a student scholarship through the Chamber Educational Foundation.

Leader Lab

Title Sponsor: $1,000 (4 available)

- Company logo in all promotional materials (both digital and print) - You will have access to class participants, which allows you to share information about your company. This will help build and strengthen your company's brand.

Monthly Sponsor: $250 (4 available)

- For one of the nine designated months, the company logo will appear on class materials, event signage, and email communication.

INVESTOR ENGAGEMENT Businesses seeking the development of their business pipeline will find value in our networking events.

They provide connections, relationships and marketing avenues that generate new clients.

NETWORKING EVENTS Business After Hours

Morning Momentum

- Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

- Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

Co-Sponsor opportunity (4 available)

Co-Sponsor opportunity (3 available)

(Application Process Required, Fall 2025) Host Sponsor: $600

- Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

(Application Process Required, Fall 2025) Host Sponsor: $500

- Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

COMMUNITY BREAKFASTS CVTC/Chamber Business Community Breakfast

UWEC/Chamber Business Community Breakfast

- Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

Title Sponsor: $1,000 (4 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

Co-Sponsor: $500 (6 available)

Co-Sponsor: $500 (6 available)

Title Sponsor: $1,000 (4 available)

- Company listed in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company name displayed at event

- Company listed in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company name displayed at event

Eau Claire Area School District Breakfast

Title Sponsor $1,000 (4 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company logo on display at event

Co-Sponsor $500 (6 available)

- Company listed in all promotional materials for event

(both digital and print)

- Company name displayed at event

*Sponsorship benefits are per event*

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WORKFORCE

The Chamber’s role, led by its Workforce Development Committee, is to serve as an action committee and support employers as they work to solve their immediate and long-term talent and workforce challenges.

Human Resource Conference (January 2026)

National Civics Bee

Title Sponsor: $1,000 (2 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Deliver welcome remarks at event - Four tickets to event

Title Sponsor: $1,000 (4 available) - Company logo in all promotional materials for event (both digital and print) - Company table display at event - Deliver welcome remarks at event - Four tickets to event

Co-Sponsor: $500

- Company logo on display at event - Two tickets to event

Co-Sponsor: $500

- Company logo on display at event - Company table display at event - Two tickets to event

Digital Sponsor: $250

- Company listed in pre & post communications - Link to resource or business page

*Sponsorship benefits are per event*

Explore Eau Claire

Explore Eau Claire is a program from the Chamber that offers to help solve your workforce challenges.

We help you sell our community to your job candidates as they choose to call Eau Claire home. As an investor in this program, you are assisting the Chamber to establish and grow the Explore Eau Claire services. We know how important it is to solve the workforce needs in Eau Claire and we need your help.

Title Sponsor: $1,000 (10 available) - Company logo on the welcome box - Company logo displayed on the website - Social media announcement

Co-Sponsor: $500 (10 available) - Company logo on the website - Social media announcement