The Greater San Antonio Chamber Special Events Guide

SPECIAL EVENTS 2024

CYBERSECURITY/ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

SMALL BUSINESS FIESTA

TECH TALK

ECONOMIC IMPACT STUDY

CYBER EVENT

STAY IN SA INTERN MIXER

MILITARY AFFAIRS

OPERATION BLUE SUIT RECEPTION

JBSA GREAT TEXAS AIRSHOW DV TENT

MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION BREAKFAST

THE COMMAND RECEPTION

CELEBRATE AMERICA’S MILITARY

MILITARY RECEPTIONS

SIGNATURE EVENTS

TRIBUTE TO WOMEN BUSINESS LEADERS

Date: May 2, 2024

Estimated Attendance: 400+

This celebration honors women who exemplify leadership qualities which have driven their own personal success, but also the success of those as well as those around them.

ANNUAL GALA

Date: December 2024

Estimated Attendance: 800+

An evening to honor the outgoing Chair of the Board and his/her leadership team and introduce the incoming Chair of the Board and leadership. This event includes a cocktail reception followed by dinner and an exciting after party.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $20,000

Platinum - $10,000

Video Sponsor - $15,000

Gold - $6,000

Silver - $4,000

Bronze - $2,500

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $30,000

Video/Media -$18,000

Chairman’s Reception - $12,000

President’s After Party - $12,000

Platinum - $15,500

Photobooth - $9,000

Gold - $7,500

Silver - $6,500

Bronze - $5,000

CYBERSECURITY / ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

SMALL

BUSINESS FIESTA

Date: April 23, 2024

Estimated Attendance: 1000+

Join us for the ONLY official techfocused event during Fiesta! Free and open to the public, attendees engage with technologies companies, visit co-working spaces, and meet local entrepreneurs, startups, and ecosystem stakeholders.

TECH TALK

Date: June 2024

Estimated Attendance: 200+

Listen to engaging speakers detail the latest advancements and applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning in both the defense sector and commercially.

Network with colleagues following the TED Talk format engagement at an on-site happy hour and meet local companies working on tough tech challenges.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $9,000

Bags - $5,000

Wristband - $3,000

Innovative - $1,500

Startup - $750

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $8,000

Gold - $4,000

Silver - $3,000

Bronze - $2,000

CYBERSECURITY / ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

ECONOMIC

IMPACT STUDY

Date: September 2024

Estimated Attendance: 150+

The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the San Antonio Area Foundation and Methodist Healthcare Ministries to provide a state of the sector report in the second half of 2024. The report will include a traditional economic impact study, as well as other data about the non-profit sector in the San Antonio region.

CYBER EVENT

Date: October 2024

Estimated Attendance: 200+

As the home of the second largest concentration of cybersecurity professionals in the United States, San Antonio leads the way when it comes to innovation, technology, and security. Important decisions in the tech and cybersecurity fields are made here every day, and this event is your opportunity to meet all the major players in one place and join the conversation.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - Inquire

Gold - Inquire

Silver - Inquire

Bronze - Inquire

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $8,500

Gold - $4,500

Silver - $3,000

Bronze - $2,000

EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE STAY IN SA INTERN MIXER

Date: July 2024

Estimated Attendance: 150+

This casual networking reception provides college interns the chance to meet with local professionals and community leaders about exciting career opportunities while also highlighting the special culture of San Antonio. Interns will also have an opportunity to connect and socialize with peers in a showcase on why San Antonio is the logical place to launch a career.

Join us to show our area’s young talent why it makes sense to #StayinSA!

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $5,000

Gold - $4,000

Silver - $3,000

Bronze - $1,000

MILITARY AFFAIRS

OPERATION BLUE SUIT RECEPTION

Date: March 19, 2024

Estimated Attendance: 25-30

Join us as we welcome Air Force Recruiting’s Senior Leaders along with the Air Force’s top recruiters and guests who will travel from across the globe. This festive event will culminate in a river barge tour, showcasing our beautiful San Antonio River Walk to these special military guests.

This event is the perfect opportunity to support the Air Force’s recruiters who work diligently every day.

Sponsorship Levels

Supporting Sponsor - $1,500

Friends of the Military- $750

JBSA GREAT TEXAS AIRSHOW

Date: April 6 - 7, 2024

Estimated Attendance:

250,000 air show guests per day, 1,000 guests in the tent per day

Exclusive and premier viewing of the most amazing aerial demonstrations the military has to offer from the comfort of the JBSA’s Distinguished Visitor’s Tent hosted by the Greater Chamber. We anticipate record number of guests to flood the JBSARandolph region to see the aviation assets.

Your sponsorship will include an opportunity to say thank you to our military neighbors for their service and to wine and dine with military, business, civic, and community leaders during this entertaining and inspirational weekend.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $15,000

Gold - $10,000

Silver - $8,000

Bronze - $5,000

MILITARY AFFAIRS

MILITARY SPOUSE APPRECIATION BREAKFAST

Date: May 9, 2024

Estimated Attendance: 200+

Join us as we celebrate the achievements and sacrifices made by the Alamo Region’s treasured military spouses at this special breakfast event.

We will recognize them along with the employers and businesses who support them year-round.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $8,000

Gold - $5,000

Silver - $3,000

Bronze - $1,500

THE COMMAND RECEPTION

Date: August 2024

Estimated Attendance: 200+

An annual reception to salute top ranking military officers, introduce incoming commanders and pay tribute to the thousands of service members in the Alamo City. In a quiet, intimate setting, attendees are able to take advantage of face-to-face time with some of the most power military decision makers in the nation.

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $10,000

Gold - $6,000

Silver - $4,500

Bronze - $3,000

MILITARY AFFAIRS

CELEBRATE AMERICA’S MILITARY

Date:

November 1, 2024 - Spirit of America Dinner

November 5, 2024 - Senior NCO Reception

November 7, 2024 - Women in the Military Luncheon

Estimated Attendance: 200+

The Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the 54th Anniversary of Celebrate America’s Military as the Nation’s longest held and largest series of events honoring the men and women who serve in our Nation’s Military - Active, Guard, and Reserve from all branches. Events begin on November 1st and culminate soon after Veteran’s Day.

You’ll have an opportunity to sponsor the overall series of events, or a special event that best fits your needs. The Greater Chamber’s CAM events include the Spirit of America Dinner, Women in the Military Luncheon and the Senior NCO Reception, along with marketing of over 30 events held throughout the region in support of our area military service members and families.

Series Sponsorship Levels:

Title - $25,000

Gold - $8,500

Silver - $7,000

Bronze - $4,500

Individual Event Sponsorship Levels

Senior NCO Reception

Presenting - $9,500

Spirit of America Dinner

Presenting - $13,500

Reception - $8,000

Women in the Military Luncheon

Presenting - $6,500

MILITARY AFFAIRS

MILITARY RECEPTIONS

Date: November 2024

Estimated Attendance: 40+

Join us as we host military mission partners from across the United States along with their civic leaders, honorary commanders, and business supporters at one of our intimate and exclusive receptions. These events are a great opportunity for your organization to connect with both our local military leaders, as well as those who serve around the globe in protection of our national defense and security.

Sponsorship

Presenting - Inquire

Sponsorship includes exclusive invitation to the reception and speaking remarks, if applicable, along with branding.

For more information on sponsoring a Chamber Special Event, email events@sachamber.org or contact Carolina Calderon, Director of Special Events, at 210-229-2129.

MEMBERSHIP EVENTS

MEMBERSHIP NETWORKING MIXERS | MONTHLY

Join us for quarterly breakfasts, receptions and social hours. Connect with other members and grow your network!

Series Sponsorship Levels:

Presenting - INQUIRE

If you are interested in hosting a mixer, contact events@sachamber.org or contact Carolina Calderon, Director of Special Events, at 210-229-2129.

PUBLIC POLICY

SA TO DC - 2025

Date: Estimated Date Mar 3 - 6, 2025

Estimated Attendance: 250+

The business community knows the best way to influence funding and policy is to meet with our nation’s Elected Officials, Agencies, Departments, and Pentagon Leaders through face-to-face meetings in Washington D.C. We invite you to join us as we advocate for the needs of our community at our annual fly-in; One of the largest in the county!

UNITED STATE OF THE CITY

Date: April 9, 2024

Estimated Attendance: 500+

The Mayor of San Antonio highlights the city’s recent achievements and presents current and future priorities. Sponsorship of the State of the City will place your company in the front of the most prominent community leaders, elected officials, and civic thought leaders.

Sponsorship Levels

Welcome Reception - $20,000

Sponsor Breakfast - INQUIRE

Program Content Sponsor - INQUIRE

Tuesday Evening Reception - INQUIRE

Mobile App - $7,000

Gold - $7,500

Silver - $5,500

Bronze - $4,000

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $15,500

Platinum - $10,500

Gold - $8,500

Silver - $6,500

Bronze - $4,500

PUBLIC POLICY

CONGRESSIONAL SERIES

Estimated Attendance: 400+

The Luncheons are a platform for the members of our congressional delegation to update Chamber members and the business community on current and pending legislative issues that will impact our region.

Series Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $32,000

Gold - $18,000

Silver - $12,000

Bronze - $6,400

STATE OF THE COUNTY

Date: October 2024

Estimated Attendance: 600+

Help us celebrate the leadership of Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai.

We will hear from the judge directly as he discusses issues impacting the business community.

Individual Event Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $8,000

Gold - $4,500

Silver - $3,000

Bronze - $1,600

Sponsorship Levels

Presenting - $20,000

Platinum - $15,500

Gold - $10,500

Silver - $8,500

Bronze - $6,500