24-25 Sponsorship Opportunities

Middlesex Chamber

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES 2024-2025

www.middlesexchamber.com

The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce is a dynamic business organization with over 2,000 members that employ over 50,000 people. We strive to be the voice of business in Middlesex County and the surrounding area.

From our fourteen geographically based divisions which meet on a monthly basis throughout Middlesex County, to our industry based committees and councils, the Chamber works hard to provide a valuable service to our members.

Monthly Member Breakfast Meetings feature keynote speakers from a number of different professional fields including the business community, national politics, sports, and entertainment. In addition to high profile speakers, Chamber Member Breakfast Meetings provide outstanding networking opportunities and attract between 300 and 500 Chamber members each month.

Our monthly Member Business After Work Networking Events, held at locations throughout Middlesex County, always include free food, beer, wine, soft drinks, and the best networking around. Business After Work Networking Events typically attract between 150 and 300 Chamber members.

The Chamber hosts a number of large scale events each year including Connecticut Connections, Middlesex County’s Premier Business Expo, Chamber Golf Tournament, Cruise Night on Main Street, Middletown Pride, Holiday on Main Street and more.

The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce is the largest Chamber in the state. In addition to being an effective and dynamic business organization, we strive to be a piece of the fabric in our community. We run a number of events and programs that support youth development, substance abuse prevention, our troops and our veterans.

TABLE OF CONTENTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Business/Education Advisory Council MEWS+ Side St. to Main St. Program Business-Know How Program Middlesex Career Fair Middletown Youth Program Middlesex County Substance Abuse Action Council Recovery Employment Program EVENTS Annual Dinner Business After Work Cruise Night on Main Street CT Connections - Business Expo Holiday on Main Street Middlesex Chamber Golf Tournament Monthly Breakfast Meeting Middletown PRIDE Small Business Awards Small Business Seminar Series Taste of Middlesex

The Sun Always Shines on Middlesex County

MEMBER ENGAGEMENT Healthcare Council Human Resource Council LEAD CT Real Estate Council Young Professionals Alliance Women's Leadership Collaborative

PUBLIC POLICY Annual Legislative Breakfast Special Legislative Events ADVERTISING & MARKETING

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BUSINESS/EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP ADVISORY COUNCIL

“A Partnership Today….A Better Future Tomorrow”. The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce’s Business & Education Partnership Program plays a key role in strengthening the ties between Business and Education in Middlesex County, and always welcome businesses to become members of the partnership.

Business & Education Partnership Advisory Council The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce’s Business & Education Partnership Advisory Council continues to serve as a link between member businesses and educational leaders from Middlesex County Schools. Their Mission is to facilitate and encourage the development of mutually supportive partnerships between schools and businesses, for the purpose of enriching the educational process for our students, by providing services and opportunities, that assist our schools in preparing them for their future as responsible and productive citizens for our global economy.

Annual High School Career Fair Expo The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce’s Business & Education Partnership Advisory Council in partnership with Middlesex County's Schools and Wesleyan University’s Jewett Center for Community Partnerships, annually presents a Career Fair Expo for Middlesex County High School students.

The aim of the Career Fair Expo is to introduce students to an awareness of the many career options available to them, an exploration of what happens after school graduation, an opportunity to motivate them into better achievement goals and attendance in school, resulting in improved preparation for their future in the “real world of employment”.

Business and Career Professionals from all over Connecticut come to meet with over 1300 students from Middlesex County and surrounding area high schools, to present and share their career experiences, giving the students an excellent opportunity to explore potential careers, so that they may better plan their future educational goals.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Jennifer DeKine @ jennifer@middlesexchamber.com

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THE MEWS+ The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce recently opened the Middlesex Entrepreneurs Work Space (MEWS+) in Middletown, CT. The co-working initiative is designed for startups, small businesses, entrepreneurs, freelancers, and the Wesleyan University community.

The focus is to create a space for entrepreneurs to collaborate and turn ideas into businesses; encourage communication between public, private, and institutional organizations; and develop an innovative partnership of entrepreneurs and professional resources to bolster economic growth in Middletown.

The “+” is for all of the related innovation content which we hope will draw in all types of local entrepreneurs and businesses. The MEWS+ is more than the space. We host meetups and networking events and invite speakers—local entrepreneurs, Wesleyan professors and alums, and others with success stories to share. We also host office hours at the space that connect our members to key resources such as business counselors, attorneys, accountants, marketing experts, and more.

The long-term goal is to create a local innovation ecosystem in Middlesex County that will fuel economic growth and complement our other economic strengths: manufacturing, tourism, financial services and healthcare.

In addition to the informal networking available through the MEWS+ partnership, the Professional Office Hours Program is of great benefit to the entrepreneur community. From professional business counselors, to marketing experts, to accountants, attorneys, and more, these seasoned professionals are here to offer pro-bono services to students and entrepreneurs alike.

We have launched an accelerator program for startups who need help with business plans, access to financing and other resources, executed a series of virtual pitch competitions for new businesses, Wesleyan students and budding entrepreneurs, and have hosted a variety of events and activities.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Rebecca Mead @ rebecca@middlesexchamber.com

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SIDE STREET TO MAIN STREET In 1996, there were very few minority-owned businesses in Middlesex County. At the urging of the Middlesex County NAACP, the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce created the Side Street to Main Street Business & Leadership Development Program.

The Side Street to Main Street Business & Leadership Development Program, is a one year long entrepreneurial and business development course, with a rigorous curriculum, designed to assist minority small business owners in the community, who have not had formal business training, to become more successful by developing the attitudes, skills and qualities necessary for effective business ownership and success, taking them from the Side Street to the Main Street of the business community. Since the inception of the Program in 1997, over 268 people have graduated from the Side Street to Main Street Business & Leadership Development Program, and it has been a successful and effective way in which we have encouraged the development and growth of small, minority-owned businesses, which are now part of the greater Middlesex County business community.

Admission to the program is competitive. Applicants must attend a Mandatory 3-4 hour Program Orientation Meeting and complete a detailed application. The top 16 qualified applicants are admitted to the program.

Although open to any Connecticut minority business, priority is given to Middlesex County minority businesses.

Taught by The Essex Group Facilitator, Jim Jackson, the Side Street to Main Street Business & Leadership Development Program has won a number of awards since its first Program began in 1997/1998.

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SIDE STREET TO MAIN STREET BUSINESS "KNOWHOW" PROGRAM Business “KNOW-HOW” is an intensive four session entrepreneurial program which provides practical knowledge for starting and building a small business. The program targeted at minority small business owners in Middlesex County and surrounding areas within the Eversource Energy foot print is designed as a companion to the Chamber’s award-winning year long Side Street to Main Street Business and Leadership Development Program, “Business “KNOW-HOW”, offers a preparatory instructional course for small business owners hoping to participate in the year long program.

Participants in the Business “KNOW-HOW” Program learn a variety of business-related skills from both the program’s expert facilitator/instructor, and through group discussions of the homework assignments. Those who complete Business “KNOW-HOW” will be far better prepared for the rigors of the year long process of the Side Street to Main Street Business & Leadership Development Program, and will gain an extra rating point if they apply, and are accepted into the Program.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Jennifer DeKine @ jennifer@middlesexchamber.com

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY CAREER FAIRS Connecticut employers won’t want to miss this special recruitment fair! Unlike other fairs that are profit-driven, our main objective is connecting highly skilled and qualified job seekers with employment opportunities your company has to offer. We provide premium service but not at the premium price most others charge.

The regional events, held in the Spring and the Fall, offer employment opportunities in health service, hospitality, professional services and growth industries, manufacturing and technology. We target the existing workforce, high school graduates and college students.

Projected attendance: 1,500 + SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: Presenting Sponsor: $5,000 "Presented by" naming rights to event Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) 6 month banner advertising on front page of Chamber website ($1500 value) 4 weeks of advertisement on Chamber bulletin ($250 value) Double booth at event Mentions in all social media advertising Employer Lounge Sponsor: $2,500 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) Display table in lounge to market your business to employers 3 month banner advertising on front page of Chamber website ($750 value) 2 weeks of advertisement on Chamber bulletin ($125 value) Double booth at event Mentions in all social media advertising Gold Sponsor: $1,500 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) 1 month banner advertising on front page of Chamber website ($250 value) 2 weeks of advertisement on Chamber bulletin ($125 value) Booth at event Mentions in all social media advertising Silver Sponsor: $500 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) Booth at event Mentions in all social media advertising Bronze Sponsor: $250 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) Mentions in all social media advertising SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Danielle Aletta @ danielle@middlesexchamber.com

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MIDDLETOWN YOUTH PROGRAMS Every year since 2006, the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce has placed Middletown students into constructive summer employment through the Middletown region. The chamber has the capacity, through our dynamic membership, to place these youngsters into employment in a wide variety of professional fields for six weeks in the summer months working 20 hours per week. Six weeks might not seem like a long time, but it provides a solid foundation and a great glimpse into what life in the workforce is like.

Program applicants are put through a comprehensive pre-employment screening process which takes into account their hobbies, interests, work experience, future plans, comfort level on the computer and on the phone and other important factors such as transportation and availability in the summer months.

Our host sites come from the public sector, the non-profit sector, and most notably the private sector. This program teaches our young people not only the fundamentals of employment, such as getting to work on time and ready to contribute, but also the pride that comes with putting in a solid work week and receiving a paycheck that was earned through hard and honest work.

Middlesex Youth Career Development Services is designed to empower out of school youth ages 18-24 providing them on the job training, paid internships or certificate programs at Middlesex Community College. Students worked with the program coordinator to set specific employment and/or education goals while in the program. Students are placed into employment after completion of the certificate program and are exited from the program and continue follow up services for four quarters.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Lorenzo Marshall @ lorenzo@middlesexchamber.com

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MIDDLESEX COUNTY SUBSTANCE ABUSE ACTION COUNCIL Middlesex Substance Abuse Action Council works to reduce substance abuse in Middlesex County. By coordinating grassroots, community activities, we’ve been able to reduce the negative impact of alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drugs on our population, along with prescription drug abuse and addictive gambling. The health of children and young adults is our primary focus. MCSAAC is a prevention organization. Our intent is to delay—or completely prevent—the use of addictive substances before they become a medical problem.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

RECOVERY EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM The Recovery Employment Program (REP) is designed to work with individuals who are currently working through recovery to find their next career path. A job coach is provided to assist them with job training and eventual placement. Along a client's journey, the coach continues to work with each client and their prospective employer to help continue their success down the path of recovery.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

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ENGAGING EVENTS Annual Dinner The Annual Dinner is our opportunity to recognize our Distinguished Citizens of the Year, Chief Michael L. Green Award recipient and our scholarship winners. Join us as we celebrate our dedicated volunteers, member companies and chamber staff who have worked hard all year long to be the voice of business and help our membership thrive.

SPONSORSHIP LEVELS: Presenting Sponsor: $5,000 Presented by naming rights to event Speaking opportunity 8 complimentary tickets Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) 6 month banner advertising on front page of Chamber website ($1500 value) 4 weeks of advertisement on Chamber bulletin ($250 value) Full-page ad in program Mentions in all social media advertising Gold Sponsor: $2,500 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) 8 complimentary tickets 1 month banner advertising on front page of Chamber website ($250 value) 2 weeks of advertisement on Chamber bulletin ($125 value) Half-page ad in printed program Mentions in all social media advertising

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Annual Dinner....cont.

Silver Sponsor: $1,500 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) 4 complimentary tickets Half-page ad in printed program Mentions in all social media advertising Bronze Sponsor: $500 Logo Recognition (Chamber website, social media, publicity and event signage) 2 complimentary tickets Quarter-page ad in printed program Mentions in all social media advertising

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Danielle Aletta @ danielle@middlesexchamber.com

Business After Work Business After Work is the premier networking opportunity for chamber members and their key staff. Held on a monthly basis throughout the year, these events feature complimentary hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine and soda held throughout Middlesex County at member businesses, restaurants, hotels and banquet facilities.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Danielle Aletta @ danielle@middlesexchamber.com

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Cruise Night on Main Street Cruise Night on Main Street is central Connecticut's premier cruise event drawing over 1,000 antique and pre-1999 cars and vehicles, which are parked all along beautiful Main Street Middletown. Attracting over 6,000 people each year to enjoy an evening of great food, street vendors, entertainment and more!

Presenting Sponsor- $4,000+ Event named in recognition of Presenting Sponsorship Large Logo & Name on all signage and related promotional materials/website/social media 6 Months of a Banner Ad on the Chamber website (value: $3000.00) 10X30 Booth/Tent Space in a premium vendor space (value: $450.00) Weekly Facebook posts for May/June/July (content can change) (value: $1500.00) Showcase a car on Main Street in Sponsor Row Continual Shout Outs during live event + opportunity to present on Main Stage 30 second commercial for the Chamber Social media and mentions in Larry’s weekly column Company name and link to website on www.cruisenightonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Mentions on social media advertising as presenting sponsor Award Presentation - Title to be determined Top Gear Sponsor- $2,500+ Logo & Name on all signage and related promotional materials/website/social media 6 Months of a Banner Ad on the Chamber website (value: $3000.00) 10X20 Booth/Tent Space in a premium vendor space (value: $300.00) Weekly Facebook posts for May/June/July (content can change) (value: $1500.00) Showcase a car on Main Street in Sponsor Row Continual Shout Outs during live event 30 second commercial for the Chamber Social media and mentions in Larry’s weekly column Company name and link to website on www.cruisenightonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Mentions on social media advertising Award Presentation - Title to be determined

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Cruise Night on Main Street...cont.

High Performance Sponsor- $1,250 Logo & Name on all signage and related Promotional materials/website/social media 3 Months of a Banner Ad on the Chamber website (value: $1500.00) 10X10 Booth/Tent Space at event (value: $150.00) Weekly Facebook posts for May/June/July (content can change)(value: $750.00) Showcase a car on Main Street in Sponsor Row Continual Shout Outs during live event 15 second commercial for the Chamber Social media and mentions in Larry’s weekly column Company name and link to website on www.cruisenightonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Mentions on social media advertising Award Presentation - Title to be determined Super Charged Sponsor- $500 Logo & Name on all signage and related Promotional materials/website/social media 6 Months of a Square Ad on the Chamber website (value: $600.00) 10X10 Booth/Tent Space at event (value: $150.00) Showcase a car on Main Street in Sponsor Row Continual Shout Outs during live event Company name and link to website on www.cruisenightonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Mentions on social media advertising Award Presentation - Title to be determined Twin Turbo Sponsor- $250 Logo & Name on all signage and related Promotional materials/website/social media 3 Months of a Square Ad on the Chamber website (value: $300.00) Showcase a car on Main Street in Sponsor Row Continual Shout Outs during live event Company name and link to website on www.cruisenightonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Mentions on social media advertising Horsepowered Sponsor- $125 Logo & Name on all signage and related Promotional materials/website/ social media 1 Month of a Square Ad on the Chamber website (value: $100.00) Showcase a car on Main Street in Sponsor Row Continual Shout Outs during live event Company name and link to website on www.cruisenightonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Mentions on social media advertising All Sponsors have the opportunity to supply promotional brochures/ items to be included in giveaway buckets to be distributed to first 300 participants.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Joe Santaniello @ joe@middlesexchamber.com

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Holiday on Main Street Holiday on Main Street is an annual Downtown Middletown event which begins the day after Thanksgiving and continues the following four Saturdays. This event has developed family holiday traditions and drawn young and old to celebrate the holiday season in Downtown Middletown for over 30 years. With a variety of entertainment every week ranging from free horse and wagon rides to Santa Claus, there is certainly something for everyone. Holiday on Main Street is a great opportunity to enjoy the season with friends and family. Come, join the fun!

Mistletoe- $5,000 Naming rights for Dashing Through Downtown Decorated Vehicle Parade Company banner to be displayed at snack tent located in front of the Middlesex Chamber during event Sponsor Jingles- company logo featured on gnomes placed around downtown Middletown during the event Company name and link to website on www.holidayonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com 6-months of banner advertising on Chamber front page ($3,000 value- ad provided by sponsor) 8 weeks of advertisement on Chamber Bulletin in November & December ($500 value- ad provided by sponsor) Pinned ad or video ad on dedicated Facebook Page (ad must be submitted no later than Nov.16) Event sponsorship recognition in Chamber Bulletin email during event (email distributed to over 4,000 individual emails) Special event signage with logo recognition Mentions in all social media advertising Special recognition on dedicated Facebook Page Jingle Bell- $2,500 Company banner to be displayed at snack tent located in front of the Middlesex Chamber during event Sponsor Jingles- company logo featured on gnomes placed around downtown Middletown during the event Company name and link to website on www.holidayonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com 3-months of banner advertising on Chamber front page ($1,500 value- ad provided by sponsor) 4 weeks of advertisement on Chamber Bulletin in December ($250 value- ad provided by sponsor) Pinned ad or video ad on dedicated Facebook Page (ad must be submitted no later than Nov.17) Event sponsorship recognition in Chamber Bulletin email during event (email distributed to over 4,000 individual emails) Special event signage with logo recognition Mentions in all social media advertising Special recognition on dedicated Facebook Page

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Holiday on Main Street... cont.

Snowflake Sponsor- $1,000 Sponsor Jingles- company logo featured on gnomes placed around downtown Middletown during the event Company name and link to website on www.holidayonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com 1-month of banner advertising on Chamber front page ($500 value- ad provided by sponsor) 4 weeks of advertisement on Chamber Bulletin in December ($250 value- ad provided by sponsor) Event sponsorship recognition in Chamber Bulletin email during event (email distributed to over 4,000 individual emails) Special event signage with logo recognition Mentions in all social media advertising Special recognition on dedicated Facebook Page Holly Sponsor- $500 Sponsor Jingles- company logo featured on gnomes placed around downtown Middletown during the event Company name and link to website on www.holidayonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com 4 weeks of advertisement on Chamber Bulletin in December ($250 value- ad provided by sponsor) Event sponsorship recognition in Chamber Bulletin email during event (email distributed to over 4,000 individual emails) Special event signage with logo recognition Mentions in all social media advertising Special recognition on dedicated Facebook Page Jingles the Gnome Sponsor- $250 Sponsor Jingles- company logo featured on gnomes placed around downtown Middletown during the event Company name and link to website on www.holidayonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Event sponsorship recognition in Chamber Bulletin email during event (email distributed to over 4,000 individual emails) Special event signage with logo recognition Mentions in all social media advertising Special recognition on dedicated Facebook Page Reindeer Sponsor- $100 Company name and link to website on www.holidayonmain.com and www.middlesexchamber.com Event sponsorship recognition in Chamber Bulletin email during event (email distributed to over 4,000 individual emails) Special event signage with logo recognition Mentions in all social media advertising Special recognition on dedicated Facebook Page SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Haley Stafford @ haley@middlesexchamber.com

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Middlesex Chamber Golf Tournament The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament supports many Chamber programs including the Lorraine C. McHugh Scholarship Fund. In addition to providing valuable networking opportunities, the proceeds of the tournament continue to support a wide range of workshops and seminars to help promote business growth in the heart of Connecticut.

Presenting Sponsor.......................................... $5,500.00 Includes 4 golfers Tournament named for sponsor 8 invitations to dinner Remarks at dinner Opportunity to supply promotional brochures/items in attendee goodie bag Full page black and white ad in program book Breakfast BBQ Lunch Special recognition in program, reception and dinner Signage posted during event Recognition as sponsor in all golf tournament publicity Auction Sponsor, Birdie Sponsor, Cart Sponsor, Dinner Sponsor, Eagle Sponsor, “Fairways” Sponsor, Hat Sponsor, Hospitality Cart Sponsor, Lunch Sponsor, Mulligan Sponsor, Putting Green Sponsor, Reception Sponsor, Scorecard Sponsor…............................$2750.00 Includes 4 golfers 4 invitations to dinner Special recognition in program and at dinner Signage posted during event Breakfast BBQ Lunch Opportunity to supply promotional brochures/items in attendee goodie bag

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Middlesex Chamber Golf Tournament...cont.

Platinum Sponsor...................................................$1,250 Includes 1 golfer 2 invitations to dinner Special recognition in program and at reception Signage posted during event Breakfast BBQ Lunch Titanium Sponsor.................................................$500.00 Flag on the pin at one of the 18 greens 1 invitation to dinner Recognition in program Breakfast Gold Sponsor........................................................$250.00 Company name on entire side of sponsor board 1 invitation to dinner Recognition in program Tee Sponsor.........................................................$150.00 Company name listed on sponsor board at one of the 18 tees Recognition in program SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Danielle Aletta @ danielle@middlesexchamber.com

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Middlesex Chamber Monthly Member Breakfast & Luncheon Meetings Each month, the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce attracts some of the most recognized and influential business, political, educational and sports leaders nationwide.

The Middlesex Chamber’s member breakfast meetings are recognized as the best monthly speaking forum in the state. Averaging over 500 people in attendance, the monthly breakfasts are an excellent opportunity for speakers to address some of Connecticut’s leading business people and entrepreneurs.

The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce offers members quality events, programs and services at the lowest cost possible.

The Chamber’s monthly breakfast and luncheon meetings are an excellent marketing opportunity for a business of any size. In today’s virtual world, we have been able to expand into social media platforms with excellent additional exposure for your business.

One of the greatest aspects of being a sponsor is it allows us to invite high school students from in and around Middlesex County to participate. This is truly a great opportunity for our future workers to learn and experience the world of business first hand.

Sponsor Package: (Starting at $6500) A company banner displayed in ballroom Company official seated at head table Table top for networking and distributing of materials located either inside or outside ballroom depending on attendance numbers Company sign at registration table acknowledging sponsors support of event Special recognition at breakfast Recognition on press releases Televised on Facebook Live Social Media Marketing paid marketing campaign for one month prior One table of ten at breakfast meeting 50 Comp virtual attendees The option to pre-record an advertisement that could be played prior to and after event concludes 3 months for advertising on the Chamber's Home Page that links directly to the recorded event (starts day after event for 3 consecutive months) SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

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Middletown PrideFEST The Middletown Pride event is a celebration of our diverse community and particularly the lives and contributions of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer/questioning residents. This annual event is a full day festival for fun for the whole family.

Presenting Sponsor- $40,000+ Please contact Haley Stafford to disucss your custom-tailored package to generate the most advantageous impact for your company. Email haley@middlesexchamber.com or call 860-347-6924 Rainbow Sponsor- $20,000+ Exclusive title as “Presenting Sponsor” for Pride 2024 on all marketing for Middletown Pride.

Radio/Television mentions during interviews to publicize Pride 2024.

Banner (provided by sponsor) featured at PrideFest.

Shout out from the Stage Each Hour.

Highlights featured on MiddletownPride.org and on Pride’s social media bi-weekly (content provided by sponsor), starting when sponsorship is acquired, through the conclusion Pride 2024.

Invite for representation at weekly planning meeting.

Logo prominently featured on volunteer T-Shirts (if sponsorship acquired on or before April 1, 2024).

Priority Pride March Placement and Complimentary Pride March Participation.

Logo Prominently Listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org, and link directly back to Sponsor’s website of choice.

Up to Three Complimentary 10’x30’ Vendor Spaces at PrideFest.

Up to 10 Middletown Pride 2024 T-shirts.

Up to 100 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

Red Sponsor- $10,000+ Shout out from the Stage Each Hour.

Highlights featured on MiddletownPride.org and on Pride’s social media the month leading up to the event, and bi-weekly in June through the conclusion of Pride 2024 (content provided by sponsor).

Logo prominently featured on volunteer T-Shirts (if sponsorship acquired on or before April 1, 2024).

Priority Pride March Placement and Complimentary Pride March Participation.

Logo Prominently Listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org, and link directly back to Sponsor’s website of choice.

Up to Two Complimentary 10’x30’ Vendor Spaces at PrideFest.

Up to 10 Middletown Pride 2024 T-shirts.

Up to 100 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

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Middletown PrideFEST...cont.

Orange Sponsor- $5,000+ Complimentary 10’x30’ Vendor Space at PrideFest.

Logo featured on volunteer T-Shirts (if sponsorship acquired on or before April 1, 2024).

Priority Pride March Placement and Complimentary Pride March Participation.

Logo Listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org, and link directly back to Sponsor’s website of choice.

Up to 7 Middletown Pride 2024 T-shirts.

Up to 40 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

Yellow Sponsor- $2,500+ Logo Listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org, and link directly back to Sponsor’s website of choice.

Complimentary 10’x20’ Vendor Space at PrideFest.

Complimentary Pride March Participation.

Up to 5 Middletown Pride 2024 T-shirts.

Up to 30 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

Green Sponsor- $1,000+ Logo Listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org, and link directly back to Sponsor’s website of choice.

Complimentary 10’x10’ Vendor Space at PrideFest.

Complimentary Pride March Participation Up to 3 Middletown Pride 2024 T-shirts.

Up to 20 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

Blue Sponsor- $500+ Company Name listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org Complimentary 10’x10’ Vendor Space at PrideFest.

Complimentary Pride March Participation.

Up to 10 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

Purple Sponsor- $250+ Company Name listed on Sponsorship page on MiddletownPride.org Complimentary Pride March Participation.

Up to 10 Complimentary Pride Pins/Pens/Stickers.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Haley Stafford @ haley@middlesexchamber.com

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Small Business Awards The Middlesex Chamber is proud to represent amazing small businesses throughout the region. This event showcases those who have truly contributed to the growth and prosperity of the State of Connecticut. Join us in celebrating their great endeavors and achievements while enjoying an excellent networking opportunity.

Sponsor Package: (Starting at $5,000) A company banner displayed Company official seated at head table Table top for networking and distributing of materials located either inside or outside ballroom depending on attendance numbers Company sign at registration table acknowledging sponsors support of event Special recognition during event Recognition on press releases Televised on Facebook Live Social Media Marketing paid marketing campaign for one month prior One table of ten guest 25 Comp virtual attendees The option to pre-record an advertisement that could be played prior to and after event concludes 3 months for advertising on the Chamber's Home Page that links directly to the recorded event (starts day after event for 3 consecutive months) SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

Taste of Middlesex The Taste of Middlesex is held in January and offers a fantastic opportunity for the community to get a chance to explore the many great restaurants in and around Middlesex County. Each year, there is a lineup of over 30 restaurants that participate and offer a pre-fix menu at set price. This one-week celebration is a great discovery of award-winning local food from across the region.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

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Small Business Workshop Series The Small Business Workshop Series is held on the second Tuesday of each month with a focus on bringing important topics and tools to help our business community grow and prosper. These two hour sessions focus on a myriad of topics including: marketing strategies, strategic and budget planning, hiring and firing, OSHA requirements and so much more. The goal is to provide affordable trainings to our members and their employees. This is a great opportunity for your business to be highlighted on a weekly basis promoting the workshop and also giving you the chance to directly connect with potential clients or customers.

Sponsor Package: $10,000 Naming rights of “workshop series” Prime recognition, logo and web link on event page Prime recognition in all seminar related printed materials Prime recognition, logo and web link in email marketing campaign Recognition in monthly media releases and Chamber calendar release Recognition in weekly Chamber Bulletin email blast Signage posted during seminar Speaking opportunity at each event Mentions on social media sites Ten complimentary attendee invitations for each sponsored event Option for giveaway at event Tabletop display for product demo (when in person resumes) The option to pre-record an advertisement to be played at the start of the workshop A year of advertising on the Chamber’s Home Page that links directly to the recorded event each month.

Presenting Corner – an opportunity for your company to have one on one virtual or in person meetings following the workshop. This is a great opportunity for your employees to build relationships within the community at a truly grassroots level.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Sara Mendillo @ sara@middlesexchamber.com

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MEMBER ENGAGEMENT The Middlesex Chamber prides itself on the hard working committees and councils that represent important industries and sectors of the business community. These grassroots groups meet monthly throughout the year to create programming, events and initiatives to help the greater community. We are so fortunate to have dedicated volunteers to help lead their charge.

Healthcare Council The Mission of the Chamber's Healthcare Council is to maintain a line of communication between the business and healthcare community, and to work on projects to improve the health, health care and value of health care in the county. The council identifies opportunities for the development and implementation of collaborative solutions that strive for an efficient, high quality and effective health care system that makes Middlesex County a 100% access an zero-health disparities county.

One of the main focuses of the council is to provide a quarterly newsletter highlighting wellness and wellbeing trends. The council also provides seminars and workshops throughout the year and holds Health & Wellness Fairs in the Spring and Fall.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

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Human Resource Council The Human Resource Council provides an opportunity for HR Professionals to discuss employment related topics, exchange ideas with their peers and receive professional development and training. The council is in charge of creating engaging events, informational workshops and addressing recent legislative changes/requirements. Some of the topics for discussion include recruiting, termination policies and employee incentive and retention programs.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Sara Mendillo @ sara@middlesexchamber.com

LEAD CT LEAD CT's main strategic focus is to cultivate the region’s emerging leaders in their organizations, businesses and community. Our goal is to provide training both professionally and personally, develop peer to peer focus groups and introduce or further develop a variety of skills. LEAD CT is a great platform for development and investment into the community by creating an opportunity to learn of ways to connect, build relationships, and become involved.

New to this program, LEAD CT launched a ten month leadership certificate programming through Dale Carnegie.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Johanna Bond @ johanna@middlesexchamber.com

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Real Estate Council The Real Estate Council has created an atmosphere for local realtors to come together for networking, encouraging cooperation, sharing ideas, improving business relations through collaboration, and educational experiences. Working hand in hand with the mortgage, inspection and commercial real estate community this group offers educational workshops, continuing education and a host of networking opportunities SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Sara Mendillo @ sara@middlesexchamber.com

Young Professionals Alliance The Young Professionals' Alliance is a personal and professional development committee that is comprised of young Chamber members looking to make a difference. The YPA is designed to help young business people interact socially, exchange ideas and interests, and gain an insider's view of the regional business scene. YPA meets on a monthly basis and hosts many special events throughout the year. The alliance is currently exploring new and innovative ways to assist in the attraction, retention and development of young professionals in Middlesex County.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Alandra Maine @ alandra@middlesexchamber.com

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Women's Business Network (WBN) The Women's Business Network meets monthly. The mission of the WBN is to provide challenges and seeks opportunities to educate, enrich and explore issues for women in business. Members brought the idea to the forefront because of increased awareness of the desire and need for a Professional Woman’s organization within the Chamber.

Women's Leadership Collaborative (WLC) The Women’s Leadership Collaborative joined the Chamber team in late fall of 2017 and is the premier resource for women to engage in professional development programs to promote personal and professional growth. The goal is to unite a diverse mix of inspirational women leaders who empower others to achieve success. The collaborative presents activities throughout the year including a Women's Leadership Conference, an Author Luncheon, a mentor program titled “Elevate Women” Mentoring for Women by Women, and many other engaging events and activities.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Haley Stafford @ haley@middlesexchamber.com

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PUBLIC POLICY The Legislative Committee works hard as the Chamber’s voice on important public policy issues in the State of Connecticut. The committee is comprised of Chamber members from a wide variety of professional fields including attorneys, government relations professionals, developers, physicians, accountants, insurance professionals, banking professionals and small business owners.

The Legislative Committee is responsible for creating the Chamber’s Public Policy Agenda on a yearly basis and develops testimony and position statements on important issues under consideration at the state level.

The Legislative Committee hosts five major legislative events every year: The Legislative Breakfast with the Middlesex County legislative delegation, and leadership events with leaders from both parties of the House and Senate.

SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION: Sara Mendillo @ sara@middlesexchamber.com

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ADVERTISING INFORMATION: Danielle Aletta @ danielle@middlesexchamber.com

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