Sponsorship Prospectus

It's that time of year again...

The Governor’s Conference on Economic Development!

To Register Online Click Here!

This year’s theme “Missouri’s Future - Prepare to Profit“, combines Business and Community Services, Workforce Development, and the Women’s Council for one conference.

Make plans now to spend quality time with those who help make this a wonderful state to live and work -- the economic developers, community leaders, city planners and businessmen and women. The 2008 Governor’s Conference on Economic Development will be held September 10-12, 2008 at the Hyatt Regency/Westin Crown Center Hotels in Kansas City.

This year’s Governor’s Conference on
Economic Development will feature:
 • 30 breakout sessions with workshop leaders who can show you how to maximize your development activities through effective marketing techniques, entrepreneurial practices, government funding options, site selection, business retention and expansion methods and more
• 3 general sessions that will provide valuable insights from renown keynote speakers
• The Annual Governor’s Awards Luncheon
• The Awards Banquet & Reception
• A City Tour
• An expansive exhibit hall and cyber café
• A reception at the College Basketball Experience adjacent to the new Sprint Center and across the street from the brand new Power & Light District

 
And Much More....

There are many opportunities to be a part of this year’s exciting Governor’s Conference on Economic Development, and with an expectation of approximately 1,200 attendees, the following pages are filled with current sponsorship options.

Make your reservations now!                                To register online click here!

Sponsorship Opportunities

Wednesday, September 10, 2008
 
Opening Reception in Exhibit Hall  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 

Sponsorship levels:
$5,000 (4 available) $2,500 (4 available) $1,000 (4 available) $500 (4 available)

Be the first to welcome everyone to the Governor’s Conference on Economic Development and make a first impression that will be remembered.

Sponsorship includes:
$5,000 sponsorship receives: 2 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program with a half-page ad, reserved seating at the Awards Luncheon, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement and logo in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Awards Banquet .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 

Sponsorship levels:
$5,000 (5 available) $2,500 (5 available) $1,000 (5 available) $ 500 (5 available)

The Governor’s Conference Awards Banquet will be the first to honor all recipients of workforce development, business and community accomplishments. And, it marks the official beginning of the conference.

Sponsorship includes:

$5,000 sponsorship receives: 2 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program with a half-page ad, reserved seating at the Awards Luncheon, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement and logo in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Thursday, September 11, 2008

Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  

Sponsorship Levels: 
$5,000 (3 available) $2,500 (3 available) $1,000 (3 available) $500 (3 available)

The day starts with a good breakfast. It will be a full day with a general session and several breakout sessions.

Sponsorship includes:

$5,000 sponsorship receives: 2 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program with a half-page ad, reserved seating at the Awards Luncheon, verbal recognition,
signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement and logo in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal
recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Morning Refreshment Break.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  

Sponsorship Levels: 
$2,500 (3 available) $1,000 (3 available) $500 (3 available)

This will be the first of only two refreshment breaks during the entire conference. Providing something refreshing to drink is a powerful way to make an impression while networking in the exhibit area.

Sponsorship includes:

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name and logo placement in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Awards Luncheon .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 

Sponsorships:

$5,000 (6 available) $2,500 (6 available) $1,000 (6 available) $500 (6 available)
The Awards Luncheon will be one of the most exciting events of the conference with 1,200 attendees expected. The best of the best are honored at this annual event, and it's your opportunity to shine as well.

Sponsorship includes:
$5,000 sponsorship receives: 2 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program with a half-page ad, reserved seating at the Awards Luncheon, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement and logo in the conference
program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list. 
  
Afternoon Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall.   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   

Sponsorship Levels: 
$2,500 (3 available) $1,000 (3 available) $500 (3 available)
This is the second and final refreshment break during the conference. Providing a snack and something refreshing to drink is a powerful way to make an impression while networking in the exhibit area.

Sponsorship includes:

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name and logo placement in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list. $500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list. Evening Reception at the College Basketball Experience.

Sponsorship Levels: 
$5,000 (4 available) $2,500 (4 available) $1,000 (4 available) $500 (4 available)

The College Basketball Experience is a unique facility that will be a very exciting experience. This is a prime opportunity to mix, mingle and simply relax while enjoying food, drink, and shooting some hoops.

Sponsorship includes:

$5,000 sponsorship receives: 2 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program with a half-page ad, reserved seating at the Awards Luncheon, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement and logo in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$500 sponsorship receives: 1 Awards Banquet ticket and 1 Awards Luncheon ticket, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.



Friday, September 12, 2008

Closing Breakfast Buffet .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 

Sponsorship Levels: 
$5,000 (4 available) $2,500 (4 available) $1,000 (4 available)
This will be the last meal provided during the conference and the last chance to network with attendees and leave a final impression.

Sponsorship includes:

$5,000 sponsorship receives: 2 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program with a half-page ad, reserved seating at the Awards Luncheon, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$2,500 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement and logo in the conference program with a quarter-page ad, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Other Sponsorship Opportunities

2008 Governor’s Conference on Economic Development

Registration Bags .    .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 
Sponsorship: $500 & 1000 items
Simple, identifiable items with your company name can be a part of the conference registration packet. You provide the item i.e., pencils, notepads, snacks, gadgets, etc.) and get the exposure you are looking for even after the conference.

Sponsorship includes:
A $500 sponsorship will allow your promotional item to be included in every attendee’s conference bag. There is no additional sponsorship fee if you are already a sponsor of one of the events above.

Sponsorship Levels: $10,000 (1 available)
Make an impression that will last by putting your name on these high-quality bags - the most popular and visible give-away used by conference attendees and guests alike.

Sponsorship includes:
$10,000 sponsorship receives: 4 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name and logo placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Pocket Neck Wallet for Name Badges.   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 

Sponsorship Levels: $10,000 (1 available)
The best promotional item is one that gets used, and no item gets more use or exposure than the pocket neck wallet for the name badges. These will be worn by everyone at the conference with your logo front and center.

Sponsorship includes:
$10,000 sponsorship receives: 4 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Cyber Café .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 

Sponsorsip Levels: $1,000 (5 available)
The cyber café will be highly visible in the exhibit area. Approximately 15 laptops will be available to check emails and keep in touch with the office during the conference.

Sponsorship includes:
$1,000 sponsorship receives: 1 full conference registration, pre-conference recognition, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Attendee Directory (includes back cover ad).   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   .   . 

Sponsorship Levels: $10,000 (1 available)
Be the company to deliver “the list.” Every attendee at the event will receive one of these publications listing their name, title, organization, and contact information. It is an invaluable contact resource.

Sponsorship includes:
$10,000 sponsorship receives: 4 full conference registrations, pre-conference recognition, placement of logo on the registration website, name placement in the conference program, verbal recognition, signage, sponsor ribbons, and a conference attendee list.

Registration Website .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .
Sponsorship Levels: $500 (10 available)
Everyone who visits the conference registration website will see your logo!

Sponsorship includes:
$500 sponsorship will place your company logo on the conference registration website for all to see. All conference information will be located on the conference registration website.

Event Title:________________________________________________
Single Item:________________________________________________
Sponsorship Level: ❍$10,000 ❍$5,000 ❍$2,500 ❍$1,000 ❍$500
Organization Name:_____________________________________________________ Contact Person:_____________________________________________
Address:____________________________________________________
City:_________________________________________
State: ________ Zip: __________
Phone: ____________________________________
Fax: ________________________
Email: ________________________________________
Total Amount Enclosed: $_____________________

Make your checks payable to: The Hawthorn Foundation

For more information or to order your sponsorship, contact or mail to:
Annette Wallace
301 W. High Street, Room 720
Jefferson City, MO 65101
Phone: 573-522-9479
Fax: 573-526-3216
Email: annette.wallace@ded.mo.gov

NOTE: Remember, your sponsorship is tax deductible
due to the 501c 6 status of the Hawthorn Foundation.

Business and Community Services
301 W. High Street, Rooms 720, 770  Jefferson City, Missouri 65102
Tel: 1-866-647-3633    Fax: 1-573-751-7384    Email: missouridevelopment@ded.mo.gov