GBCC '25 Sponsorship Deck Final

SPONSORSHIP & ADVERTISING Align your brand with the local business community

2025/26

Sponsorship Opportunities Partnering with GBCC provides many opportunities to highlight and develop your business alongside the largest business community in the Greater Birmingham region.

We will enable: Prime audience access – Promote your business to engaged business leaders in the region Your business, front & centre – Be top of mind when members look for trusted partners High-impact branding – Position your company as a trusted leader by aligning with our business community Immediate and long-lasting visibility – Your sponsorship lives beyond the event through programme materials, digital content, brand association and our engagement More than just an ad – Integrate your brand into the region’s conversations, creating deeper connections and build your position Influence the Influencers – Align with decision-makers and industry leaders who shape the market Connections and engagement – Gain specific access to the region’s top executives, industry influencers, and potential clients

The Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce has been established for more than 200 years and today is one of the largest Chambers in the country with more than 2,500 members covering six geographic areas across the region (Birmingham, Burton and District, Cannock Chase, Lichfield and Tamworth, Solihull, Royal Sutton Coldfield) and three themed divisions (Asian Business, Future Faces, Global).

We are unwavering champions and the leading voice for Greater Birmingham’s businesses. Organisations join us to make connections, open doors to business growth, locally and globally, and leverage our reputation for providing business support and a voice for their business.

Extend your reach to raise your business profile

Over 54,000 newsletter subscribers

Over 110,000 follows across 10+ social media channels

22,500 website visitors per month

SPONSOR FEEDBACK

We were keen to show our commitment to, and connection with, the local business community, which is why we are thrilled to be sponsoring the awards.

Ben Staniforth, Managing Director, Close Brothers Asset Management

We're thrilled to celebrate the outstanding achievements of Birmingham businesses who prioritise developing a skilled and future-ready workforce.

We want to be associated with the biggest celebration of business excellence in our region.

Fabienne Bailey, Director for Business, AIM Qualifications & Assessment Group

Adam Stockton, Managing Director, Elonex

BUSINESS AWARDS Sponsorship not only provides brand exposure in the lead up to the awards but is the perfect platform to develop relationships with key business contacts, forge connections, elevate your business and make an impact in the business community.

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities to suit your budget and match your business goals.

For businesses with smaller budgets but still looking to make a powerful impact, we deliver a range of events for members across Greater Birmingham in a variety of formats, including social networking, business at breakfast, speed networking and networking lunches. Event sponsorship gives you the platform to boost your business profile and extend your reach

BUSINESS AWARDS

Solihull Awards 2025 Friday 26 September 2025 Headline Sponsor: £6,000+VAT Category Sponsor: £1,500+VAT Drinks Reception Sponsor £1,250+VAT Table Décor Sponsor: £1,250+VAT Brochure advert: £700+VAT

350+ delegates 12 awards 45+ anticipated shortlist

Greater BYPY Awards 2025 Friday 17 October 2025 Headline Sponsor: £7,500+VAT Category Sponsor: £2,500+VAT Drinks Reception Sponsor: £2,200+VAT Entertainment Sponsor: £5,000+VAT Table Décor Sponsor: £2,500+VAT Brochure advert: £700+VAT 460+ delegates 16 awards 60+ anticipated shortlist

BUSINESS AWARDS ABCC Awards 2025 27 November 2025 Headline Sponsor: £10,000+VAT Category Sponsor: £3,000+VAT Drinks Reception Sponsor: £2,000+VAT Table Décor Sponsor: £2,000+VAT Brochure advert: £700+VAT 400+ delegates 9 awards 40+ anticipated shortlist

Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield & Tamworth & Cannock Chase Awards 2025 January 2026 Headline Sponsor: £5,000+VAT Category Sponsor: £1,500+VAT Drinks Reception Sponsor: £1,500+VAT Table Décor Sponsor: £1,500+VAT Brochure advert: £500+VAT

220+ delegates 9 awards 40+ anticipated shortlist

GREATER BIRMINGHAM CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE AWARDS 2025 Thursday 14 May 2026 – ICC Headline Sponsor: £15,000+VAT Category Sponsor: £5,000+VAT Drinks Reception Sponsor: £5,000+VAT Table Décor Sponsor: £3,500+VAT Brochure advert: £1,000+VAT 1,200+ delegates 12 awards 80+ anticipated shortlist .

BUSINESS EXPOS Looking to make a lasting impact and connection with hundreds of likeminded businesses?

Sponsoring an expo provides valuable exposure for your brand and establishes your business as a trusted leader in the local business community.

We offer a range of sponsorship opportunities to suit your budget and match your business goals.

BUSINESS EXPOS Solihull Expo 2025 Thursday 22 May 2025 Cranmore Park Headline Sponsor: £1,500+VAT Car Sponsor: £1,000+VAT

Royal Business Fair Tuesday 24 June 2025 Gracechurch Centre Headline Sponsor: £1,000+VAT Session Sponsor: £500+VAT

300+ delegates 45 exhibitors 200+ businesses expected

350+ delegates 35 exhibitors 170+ businesses expected

BUSINESS EXPOS Greater Birmingham Business Expo 2025 Thursday 1 October 2025 Edgbaston Stadium Headline Sponsor: £2,500+VAT Stage Sponsor: £1,000+VAT Car Sponsor: £2,000+VAT Pop-up Seminar Series Sponsor: £1,500+VAT 800+ delegates 120 exhibitors 500 businesses expected

THE BUSINESS GROWTH STUDIO Align your brand with growth, resilience, and innovation, connect with growth-minded businesses and position your business as a leading expert both in your sector and the region, making a difference by supporting regional business growth The Business Growth Studio is designed to equip businesses with the insights, connections, and tools that they need to survive and thrive, this initiative will deliver high-impact resources, expertled workshops, and a flagship conference—all focused on driving sustainable business success.

As a valued partner, you will be at the forefront of a movement to empower businesses, strengthen the local economy, and shape the future of enterprise in Greater Birmingham.

Pioneer Partner: £20,000+VAT Catalyst Partner: £5,000+VAT Ignite Partner: £1,000+VAT 1 conference I 10 workshops I 450+ delegates across all events

ABCC Festival Celebration The Asian Business Chamber of Commerce acts as an advocate for Asian businesses and speaks as an influential voice for the views and opinions of its members, aiming to represent their business needs.

Vaisakhi Celebration Wednesday 23 April 2025 Eid Celebration Tuesday 10 June 2025 Diwali Celebration Thursday 23 October Headline Sponsor: £1,500+VAT (10% discount on 2 or more celebration events) Exhibition Stands: from £250+VAT 100+ delegates I 10 exhibitors

Advertise Your Business Looking to reach business owners, decision-makers and residents and workers from across Greater Birmingham?

Our solutions can help you align your business with our respected advertising channels and offer unrivalled access to business contacts across the region, providing the perfect platform to extend your reach and raise your business profile.

Our Social Media reach

Our Website reach

Our Newsletter reach

Over 110,000 follows across 10+ social media channels

Over 22,500 monthly visitors saw the event on the website

Over 54,000 newsletter subscribers

WEBSITE ADVERTISING With over 1 million page views each year, 63,000 page views per month and over 22,500 monthly visitors to the website, our advertising opportunities offer prime visibility on our website, ensuring your business captures the attention of our engaged online community and reaches your target audience. With a range of customisable options, we can tailor advertisement placements to suit your goals and target audience.

Your advert will appear on key website pages to increase your reach and promote your business.

Advertising starts from: £1,000+VAT

NEWSLETTER ADVERTISING By featuring your brand in our highly regarded news bulletins, advertising across our 15 newsletters, with above industry average open rates, enables your business to reach over 54,000 people.

You can reach a wide audience and amplify your message, connecting directly with thousands of professionals, entrepreneurs and decision-makers.

We also run a limited number of sponsored articles each month that are guaranteed a prime slot in our daily Greater Birmingham Business News email news bulletin and on our website.

With more than 13,000 subscribers, advertising in our daily newsletter the Greater Birmingham Business News will get your organisation in front of the region’s top businesses.

Consider advertising in our network newsletters if you want to target businesses in a specific area or reach a new audience. Each region has its own newsletter Advertising can start from as little as £75+VAT a month.

Sponsorship and Advertising Opportunities Our high value sponsorship and advertising programmes includes the option for bespoke partnership opportunities. Including multiple event sponsorship with potential involvement across our wide range of themed events, designed to maximise your businesses profile and presence, combined with specific advertising campaigns.

We are happy to discuss these opportunities and create immediate, and long-term partnering arrangements, along with develop promotional campaigns with you via our team of media experts.

Please contact Head of Commercial Development David Woakes for more information: 07930 134881 d.woakes@birmingham-chamber.com