2024-2025 Event Sponsorship Proposal Guide
Fiscal Year: October 2024 - September 2025
Hey Sunshine, The Future of Business is Bright in Palm Beach County!
Introduction
The mission of the Business Development Board is to stimulate economic energy, promote business diversity, and enrich the vitality of Palm Beach County through relocation, retention, and expansion of companies to or in Palm Beach County www.bdb.org/events
Vision
Our vision is to lead the transformation of Palm Beach County’s economy creating a competitive and sustainable environment that attracts businesses and residents
Mission
The Business Development Board of Palm Beach County is a private, not-for-private organization. Founded in 1982 by the Chambers of Commerce, the Economic Council, and other business leaders, the Business Development Board is designated by the State of Florida and Palm Beach County Commission as Palm Beach County’s official economic development organization.
The Benefit
On the most basic level, everyone benefits from a strong local economy. Your support of the BDB enables us to accomplish our mission of attracting and retaining jobs and businesses in Palm Beach County and will come back to you in the form of better infrastructure and higher quality of life. Members enjoy direct connections with other top business leaders, across a variety of industries, who share a common interest in the future of this county. The BDB provides opportunities for direct business interactions, promotional value, organizational visibility, and personal networking opportunities.
First Quarter
October 31st - Quarterly Upper-Level Breakfast (President’s (+3.5k) members & above)
November 19th - Quarterly Luncheon (All members)
December 15th - BDB Holiday Reception (Corporate (+6k) members & above)
Second Quarter
January 14th - Quarterly Upper-Level Breakfast (President’s (+3.5k) members & above)
-Sponsored by Bank of America
January 30th - 2025 Claim Your Future Showcase (All members)
- Presenting Sponsor Wells Fargo
February 4th - Quarterly Luncheon (All members)
March 6th - Raise Your Glass Cocktail Reception (Corporate (+6k) members & above)
Third Quarter
April 8th - Quarterly Upper-Level Breakfast (President’s (+3.5k) members & above)
May TBD - BDB Annual Golf Tournament
May 21st - Quarterly Luncheon (All members)
June 5th - Raise Your Glass Cocktail Reception (Corporate (+6k) members & above)
June TBD - College Intern Series
Fourth Quarter
August 14th - Quarterly Upper-Level Breakfast (President’s (+3.5k) members & above)
August 21st - Raise Your Glass Cocktail Reception (Corporate (+6k) members & above)
September 6th - BDB Annual Gala
September 24th - BDB End of Year Luncheon (All members)
Presenting Sponsor - $12,000
Exclusive Sponsorship at this level
Table of 9, prime location beside President’s table
Plus, One seat at President’s table (for total of 10 seats for presenting sponsorship)
Company logo displayed prominently on event signage – please provide logo to BDB
Opportunity to speak at the podium (3-4 minutes)
Opportunity to formally introduce Keynote Speaker at the podium
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo on table reservation signage
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Company logo on program cover
Full-page color ad in event program (if applicable) or opportunity to provide your company literature and/or giveaway on each seat at event
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter
Link to company website on BDB website
Platinum Sponsor -
$6,000
Table of 10 (prime table location)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Company logo on event signage - please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo on table reservation signage
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Full-page color ad in event program (if applicable)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter
Gold Sponsor - $4,000
Six Tickets (prime table location)
Company logo on event signage - please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Half-page color ad in event program (if applicable)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 4.25” length
Silver Sponsor - $2,000
Four Tickets (strategically seated for best networking opportunities in front of the room)
Half-page color ad in event program (if applicable)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 4 25” length
Presenting Sponsor - $10,000
Exclusive Sponsorship at this level
Table of 10, prime location beside President’s table
Plus, One seat at President’s table (for total of 10 seats for presenting sponsorship)
Company logo prominently displayed on event signage – please provide logo to BDB
Opportunity to speak at the podium (3-4 minutes)
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo on table reservation sign
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Full-page color ad in event program (if applicable) or opportunity to provide your company literature and/or giveaway on each seat at event
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Platinum Sponsor - $5,000
Table of 10 (prime table location)
Company logo on event signage – please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on table reservation signage
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Full-page color ad in event program (if applicable)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Gold Sponsor - $3,000
Six Tickets (prime table location)
Company logo on event signage – please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Half-page color ad in event program (if applicable)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 4.25” length
Presenting Sponsor - $8,000
Exclusive Sponsorship at this level
Up to 8 Attendees
Opportunity to welcome guests
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo displayed prominently at event
Opportunity to provide guests a giveaway - to be provided by sponsor
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter and on BDB website
*Please note that sponsorship pricing for each event may vary based on location/date.
Available for BDB Luncheons or Breakfasts
Centerpiece/Floral Arrangement Sponsor - $4,000
Company Logo displayed at each centerpiece
Company logo on event signage - please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Can take centerpieces home after event
Lobby Sponsor - $2,000
Company logo on event signage - please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Opportunity to have a table with representatives in lobby of event with company giveaways and information
Recognition in speech
Full-page color ad in event program (if applicable)
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Link to company website on BDB website
Chance to highlight company and introduce moderator and/or speaker(s) - (5 minutes)
Grand Sponsor - $15,000 - SOLD Wells Fargo
Exclusive Sponsorship at this level
2 exhibitor tables
Company logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
Company logo and recognition in power point presentation
Company logo displayed prominently on program cover
Full-page ad in student program - prime placement
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8 5” length
Opportunity to introduce your company at the podium (3-5 min.) & introduction of keynote speaker.
Video during program presentation
Company logo displayed prominently with a gobo on wall
Company logo displayed prominently on secondary photo booth design peat swag bag
University-Partner Presenting Sponsor - $10,000 - One Available
Exclusively available to universities & colleges located in Palm Beach County 3 exhibitor hall display tables
University logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
University logo and recognition in power point presentation
University logo on program cover
Full-page ad in student program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Opportunity to introduce your university at the podium (5 min.)
University logo displayed on step & repeat
University logo displayed on student swag bag
University-Partner Supporting Sponsor - $5,000
Exclusively available to universities & colleges located in Palm Beach County 2 exhibitor hall display tables
University logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
University logo and recognition in power point presentation
University logo on program cover
Full-page ad in student program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
University logo displayed on student swag bag
2025 Claim Your Future Showcase (Continued)
Kiosks Sponsor - $7,500
1 exhibitor hall table
Company logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
Company logo and recognition in power point presentation
Full-page ad in student program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8.5” length
Video or ad displayed on exhibitor hall interactive kiosks
Photo Booth Sponsor - $5,000
1 exhibitor hall table
Company logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
Company logo and recognition in power point presentation
Full-page ad in student program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8.5” length
Photo Examples:
Student SWAG Bag Sponsor - $5,000
1 exhibitor hall tables
Company logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
Company logo and recognition in power point presentation
Full-page ad in student program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Company logo displayed prominently on student swag bag
Student Name-Tag & Lanyard Sponsor - $3,500
1 exhibitor hall table
Company logo on event email blasts, marketing material, & event signage
Company logo and recognition in power point presentation
Full-page ad in student program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Company logo on student name-tag and lanyard
Exhibitor Booth -
$1,200
1 exhibitor hall table
Complimentary lunch available for two representatives
Every exhibitor table may have two representatives from your company, organization, or university.
Exhibitor tables are able and highly encouraged to hand out any affiliated merchandise and literature pieces.
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Grand Sponsor - $30,000
Exclusive Sponsorship at this level
Two Tables of 10, plus two additional seats at the President's Table
Company logo on event signage
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing material
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Company logo on table reservation signage
Company logo on program cover
Full-page ad in program - prime placement
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Opportunity to introduce your company at the podium (3 min.)
Company logo displayed prominently with a gobo on wall
Display table in lobby, prime position (if display table feature available at venue)
Literature distribution on seats - to be provided by company
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter & BDB website
Platinum Sponsor - $20,000
Exclusive Sponsorship at this level
Two Tables of 10
Company logo on event signage
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing materials
Company logo on table reservation signage
Company logo on program cover
Full-page ad in program - prime placement
Company logo and recognition in PowerPoint presentation
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Opportunity to introduce a speaker on stage (1 min.)
Company logo displayed prominently with a gobo on wall
Display table in lobby, prime position (if display table feature available at venue)
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter & BDB website
Gold Sponsor - $12,000
One table of 10
Company logo on event registration page of BDB website
Company logo on event signage - please provide logo to BDB
Company logo on event email blasts and marketing materials
Company logo on table reservation signage
Recognition on PowerPoint and in speech
Display table in lobby (if display table feature available at venue)
Full-page ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8 5” length
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter
Link to company website on BDB website
Silver Sponsor - $8,000
6 Tickets
Company logo on event registration page of BDB website
Display table in lobby (if display table feature available at venue)
Full-page ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Link to company in BDB e-newsletter
Link to company on BDB website
Bronze Sponsor - $4,000
4 Tickets
Company logo on event registration page of BDB website
Half-page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 4 25” length
Link to company in BDB e-newsletter
Link to company on BDB website
Presenting Sponsor - $8,000 (Exclusive)
Foursome
Speaking Opportunity at the Tournament Luncheon (3 min.)
Company logo on promotional item in tournament swag bag
Acknowledgement and prominent placement on all marketing materials and event signage with “Presented by…”
Company logo on event email blasts and registration page on BDB website
Full-page color ad in event program – premium position
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter and BDB website
Platinum Sponsor -
$6,000 (3 Available)
Foursome
Company logo on promotional item in tournament swag bag
Company logo on event signage - please provide logo to BDB
Full-page color ad in event program
Company logo on event email blasts, marketing materials and social media posts
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Link to company website in BDB e-newsletter and on BDB website
Gold Sponsor -
Foursome
$4,500 (4 Available)
Company branded item inclusion in tournament swag bag (to be provided by company)
Sponsorship acknowledgement on registration page of website
Half-page color ad in event program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 4 25” length
Logo on event signage
Link to company in BDB e-newsletter and BDB website
Silver Sponsor - $3,500 (4 Available)
Foursome
Half-page color ad in event program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 4.25” length
Logo on all marketing materials and registration page on BDB website
Golf Course Bar Activation Station - $5,000
Foursome
Company branded sign at course activation station
Sponsorship acknowledgement on registration page of website
Half-page ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 4.25” length
Logo on event signage
Link to company in BDB e-newsletter and BDB website
Scorecard Sponsor - $3,000
Foursome
Company Logo on Scorecard
Sponsorship listed in event program
Beverage Cart Sponsor - $3,000
Company logo on beverage carts
Mention in Speech
Sponsorship listed in event program
Hole Sponsor - $600
Company logo on hole sign
Sponsorship listed in event program
Full List of Sponsorships:
Title Sponsor - $35,000
Venetian Ballroom Sponsor - $20,000 - SOLD FPL
Centerpiece & Table Decor Sponsor - $18,000
Entertainment Sponsor - $18,000
Bar Sponsor - $16,000
Champagne Toast Sponsor - $16,000
Post-Gala Snack Sponsor - $16,000
LED Wall Sponsor - $14,000
Dancefloor Sponsor - $13,000
Stage Sponsor - $13,000
Mediterranean Ballroom Cocktail Reception - $13,000
Cigar Sponsor - $13,000
Signature Drink Sponsor - $12,000
Photobooth Sponsor - $12,000
Lounge Sponsor - $12,000
Dessert Sponsor - $12,000
Valet Sponsor - $12,000
Student Entertainment Sponsor - $12,000
Platinum Sponsor - $12,000 (Multiple Available)
Gold Sponsor - $7,500 (Multiple Available)
Silver Sponsor - $5,000 (Multiple Available)
Gift Sponsor - $8,000 (Exclusive Sponsorship, 2 seats included )
DJ Sponsor - $10,000 (Exclusive Sponsorship, 2 seats included)
Live Musician Sponsor - $10,000 (Exclusive Sponsorship, 2 seats included)
Title Sponsor - $35,000
Table of 10 - Located right next to the President’s table
Honorary Chair of Host Committee
Opportunity to play company video during Gala program
Exclusive display of name and logo on digital invitation
Prominent recognition of logo on program cover
Company name and logo on all pre-event/event promotional materials
Company logo on signage
Full page color ad in program
Company logo on marketing materials
Sponsorship acknowledgement, logo and link in BDB newsletter and website
Feature in Palm Beach County Business Magazine -- Fall Issue
Venetian Ballroom Sponsor - $20,000 (SOLD - Included in FPL’s Investor Partner Package)
Table of 10 -- Prime location
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently in ballroom
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Centerpiece & Table Décor Sponsor - $18,000 (2 Available)
Table of 10 -- Prime location
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed with centerpiece on each table
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
F t i BDB Q t l M i
Table of 10 -- Prime location
Honorary member of Host Committee
Specially recognition from band during program
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8 5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Bar Sponsor - $16,000
Table of 10 -- Prime location
Honorary member of Host Committee
Ice sculptures and other decorative features
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Champagne Toast Sponsor - $16,000
Table of 10 -- Prime location
Honorary member of Host Committee
Special recognition by emcee at kickoff, with champagne toast in honor of company
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Post - Gala Snack Sponsor - $15,000
Table of 10 -- Prime location
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed on take-away snack
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
LED Wall Sponsor - $14,000
4 seats at the Gala
Honorary member of Host Committee
Special acknowledgement & recognition during program from emcee
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Mediterranean Ballroom Cocktail Reception Sponsor - $13,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently in Mediterranean Ballroom
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
F t i BDB Q t l M i
Stage Sponsor -
$13,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently on stage
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Dance Floor Sponsor -
$13,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently on dance floor
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Cigar Sponsor -
$12,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Cigar cutter with company logo as giveaway to guests
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Lounge Sponsor - $12,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently in lounge area
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
F i BDB Q l M i
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently on photo booth
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine Page 22
Signature
Drink Sponsor - $12,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed prominently with signature drink
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Valet Sponsor -
$12,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed with sign at valet & mini-water bottles
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Dessert Sponsor - $12,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Company logo displayed with served dessert and mention on event menu
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Student Entertainment Sponsor - $12,000
Table of 10
Honorary member of Host Committee
Special recognition during event program
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Feature in BDB Quarterly Magazine
Gift Sponsor - $6,000
2 seats at the Gala
Company can provide gift for each seat (gift to be provided by company and delivered to Breakers on day of event, September 6th, 2025)
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5.5” width x 8.5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Platinum Sponsor - $12,000
Table of 10
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8 5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Gold Sponsor - $7,000
6 tickets to the Gala
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 8 5” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Silver Sponsor - $5,000
4 tickets to the Gala
Company logo on all marketing materials
Company logo on event signage
Full page color ad in program
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5” width x 4 25” length
Sponsorship acknowledgement during presentation
Company logo and link on BDB website
Ad in the Gala Program
Full page color ad - $1,000
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5" width x 8 5" length
Materials submission deadline: July 1st, 2024
Half page color ad - $600
Please provide ad in PDF format, 5 5" width x 4 25" length
Materials submission deadline: July 1st, 2024 Page 25
Get in Touch With Us!
If you have any questions or are interested in sponsoring an
Kristin Van Stone, Event Coordinator kvanstone@bdb.org 561-646-0008
Daniellen Dias, Event Coordinator ddias@bdb org 561-246-9998
Kyle Paez, Events Assistant kpaez@bdb org 815-483-3162