2011 Annual Sponsorship Investment Opportunities

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1 2011 Annual Sponsorship Investment Opportunities Business Speaks at the State House January 26 ~ Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center Business Speaks provides attendees a special opportunity to participate and hear a briefing on the Competitiveness Agenda, a look at what s ahead for the General Assembly and the opportunity to speak directly to House and Senate leaders. The event opens with a town meeting featuring both House and Senate leaders. The 2010 Business Advocate Award recipients will also be recognized at the town meeting. A networking reception follows. Sponsorships: 5 levels Average attendance: $5,000 Presenting sponsor (Sold to Savvanh River Nuclear Solutions) $3,000 Platinum sponsor $1,500 Gold sponsor $750 Silver sponsor $350 Bronze sponsor Human Resources Professional of the Year Award February 8 ~ Embassy Suites, Columbia Each year, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce and the SC SHRM State Council recognize the top human resources professional in the state. All nominees are honored with a reception and dinner, and the winner is announced at the conclusion of the dinner. Sponsorships: 5 levels Average attendance: $5,000 Presenting sponsor (Sold to Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.) $3,000 Keynote speaker sponsor (exclusive) Safety Awards Luncheon March 16 ~ Radisson, Columbia This program is designed to recognize companies with a commendable Lost Workday (Days Away from Work) Case Rate during the previous calendar year. All qualifying companies are recognized during the luncheon, which also features a guest speaker. Sponsorships: 2 levels Average attendance: $1,000 Presenting sponsor (Sold to Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.) $250 Exhibitor Washington Night in South Carolina April 19 ~ Marriott Columbia Held every spring during Congress annual break, the event brings together the business community and the state s congressional delegation for a town meeting. A networking reception follows, enabling attendees to renew ties with congressional representatives, senators and their staff. Sponsorships: 5 levels Average attendance: $3,000 Platinum sponsor $1,500 Gold sponsor $750 Silver sponsor $350 Bronze sponsor

2 Human Resources Conference May ~ Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes The conference provides timely and relevant human resources and employment law information regarding recent issues and trends. Participants will enjoy the one-on-one interaction between speakers, attendees and exhibitors. Sponsorships: 8 levels Average attendance: $7,500 Conference title sponsor - (Sold to Fisher & Phillips, LLP) $4,000 Opening breakfast sponsor (Sold to Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.) $2,500 Hospitality suite sponsor (Sold to Palmetto Health) $2,000 Conference bag sponsor (Sold to Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A.) $2,000 Water bottle sponsor (exclusive) $1,500 Nametag lanyard sponsor (Sold to BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina) $1,000 Networking party sponsor (1 Sold to Delta Dental / 5 available) $599 Exhibitor Membership Receptions June & August From June-August, the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce hosts four receptions across the state in the Midlands, Pee Dee, Lowcountry and Upstate. These events provide a two-hour networking reception for S.C. Chamber members and legislators. Sponsorships: 4 levels Average attendance: per location $5,000 Platinum sponsor (covers all 4 locations) $1,000 Gold sponsor (Single Location) $750 Silver sponsor (Single Location) (Single Location) Business Classic Golf Tournament September 1 ~ Windermere Club, Blythewood Come out, show your skills on the links, spend the afternoon with fellow business leaders from around the state and enjoy friendly competition at the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce Business Classic Golf Tournament. All members of the General Assembly, Constitutional Officers and selected public officials and employees are invited to participate. There are prizes for tournament winners and prizes for those who are just lucky. Sponsorships: 5 levels Average attendance: 125 $2,500 Presenting sponsor(sold to BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina) $1,750 Dinner sponsor (exclusive - tradeout option available) $1,000 Lunch sponsor (exclusive - tradeout option available) $750 Gold sponsor $650 Beverage cart sponsor (2 available) $600 Gift sponsor (gifts not included) $450 Tee/Green sponsor $300 Tournament patron Manufacturer of the Year Awards September 13 ~ Embassy Suites, Columbia The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is hosting a luncheon to honor all South Carolina manufacturers. The honor is awarded each year to one manufacturer in each of three categories: small, medium and large. The award will be presented to outstanding manufacturers who exhibit strong economic impact, a commitment to their workforce and involvement and contributions to their communities. Sponsorships: 5 levels Average attendance: 300 $5,000 Presenting sponsor (Sold to Nexsen Pruet, LLC) $3,000 Platinum/Award sponsor (3 available) $1,250 Gold/table sponsor

3 Best Places to Work in South Carolina October 4 ~ Embassy Suites, Columbia The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) SC State Council and the publishers of SC BIZ Magazine for the Best Places to Work in South Carolina, dedicated to identifying and recognizing the state s most innovative and top-notch employers. Sponsorships: 4 levels Average attendance: 200 $3,000 Presenting sponsor (exclusive) Excellence in Workplace Diversity Awards October 18 ~ Embassy Suites, Columbia The South Carolina Chamber and the SC Diversity Council will recognize the state s top companies in the field of diversity. All nominees are honored with a reception and dinner. The honor will be awarded to one company in each of three categories: small, medium and large. Sponsorships: 5 levels Average attendance: 200 $3,000 Platinum/Award sponsor (3 available) Annual Summit November 9-11 ~ Wild Dunes, Isle of Palms The South Carolina Chamber s annual meeting and premier gathering of the state s business leaders is held every fall. Special presentations honoring the Business Leader of the Year, Public Servant of the Year, Sgt. William Jasper Freedom Award winner, Ron McNair Leadership Award winner, S. Hunter Howard Jr. Scholarship winner and South Carolina s 25 Fastest-Growing Companies are a part of the annual event. Sponsorships: 6 levels Average attendance: 300 $10,000 Presenting sponsor (Sold to Ogletree, Deakins, Nash, Smoak & Stewart, P.C.) $7,000 Platinum sponsor $5,500 Gold table sponsor $4,000 Reception sponsor (1 Sold to Alcoa, Inc., 1 available) $4,000 Hospitality suite sponsor (exclusive) $3,000 Silver sponsor (General reserved table) $1,500 Bronze sponsor Annual Manufacturers Conference December South Carolina s manufacturing community is the foundation of our state s economy, and the Chamber works each day to ensure that it profits and grows. The Manufacturers Conference is specifically geared towards top manufacturing executives in companies across the state. The conference is designed for manufacturing company executives, financial officers, plant managers sales managers, and other company decision makers. Speakers will present timely and relevant topics where participants will learn how to create an environment and culture where manufacturing will remain an economically healthy and sustainable industry. Sponsorships: 8 levels Average attendance: $3,000 Dinner sponsor $2,000 Hospitality suite sponsor (exclusive) $2,000 Breakfast sponsor (2 available) $2,000 Lunch sponsor ( Sold to Alcoa, Inc.) $1,000 Conference bag sponsor (Sold to Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd P.A.) $1,000 Welcome reception sponsor (4 available) $750 Nametag lanyard sponsor (Sold to Duke Energy) $500 Break sponsor (3 available)

4 South Carolina Business Week July 10-15, 2011 ~ Presbyterian College South Carolina Business Week, the South Carolina Chamber s premier summer youth program, is entering its 28th year. Business Week is a one-week summer program designed to teach up to 200 of the state s brightest high school students about the challenges facing modern business and the free market system. It provides a unique opportunity to educate these future leaders about entrepreneurship in South Carolina, and help them understand what it takes for business and industry to profit and grow. Sponsorships and scholarship below events qualify as a contribution to a qualified 501-C3 organization. Sponsorship: 3 levels Presenting Sponsor- $10,000 (Exclusive) Team Sponsor- $7,500 Student scholarship- $500 (sponsors one student) PINNACLE SPONSORSHIP GUIDELINES Preference will be given to Pinnacle members who commit to two consecutive years prior to December 1. Please note that the exclusive sponsorships are limited to two consecutive years assuming another Pinnacle member has specifically requested it before December 1. For more information regarding sponsorships please contact: Tish Anderson - tish.anderson@scchamber.net (803) Alexa Stillwell - alexa.stillwell@scchamber.net (803) Advertising Opportunities S.C. Chamber contact: Matthew.Gregory@scchamber.net South Carolina Business magazine As the leading voice for improving the state s business climate and increasing per capita income, the mission of the bi-monthly South Carolina Business magazine is to provide information to help South Carolina businesses prosper and grow in the global economy. With approximately 6,000 copies of each issue distributed to business leaders and legislators across the state, South Carolina Business provides an attractive and highly credible advertising medium. South Carolina Business is the definitive source for news on issues impacting the regional, domestic and international competitiveness of businesses. South Carolina Chamber Web site, The South Carolina Chamber of Commerce website is the resource for reliable business information. Across the country, people use chambers of commerce as a primary resource for visitor, relocation, business and community information. Currently, the South Carolina Chamber s online directory is averaging tens of thousands of referrals each month, and those numbers are growing. Advertise now on and link qualified consumers directly to your business. ChamberBiz Newsletter ChamberBiz is a weekly update from the South Carolina Chamber of Commerce that provides the latest news, legislative developments and events. ChamberBiz also features CEO Corner, a video interview segment where South Carolina Chamber President and CEO Otis Rawl talks with legislators and business leaders. Marketing your business in ChamberBiz allows you to reach more than 10,000 potential customers each week and gain brand recognition with all Chamber member contacts. Manufacturers Journal The Manufacturers Journal is a monthly electronic newsletter that provides the latest legislative updates, news and events that impact South Carolina manufacturers. As South Carolina s designated National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) representative, the South Carolina Chamber gives the state s manufacturing community access to NAM information with the Manufacturers Journal. Advertising your business in the Manufacturers Journal allows you to reach a targeted group of manufacturers from across the Palmetto State. Membership Investment To discuss your membership investment, please contact Barbara Beckham at (803)

5 o Business Speaks at the State House Level: Contact: o Human Resources Professional of the Year Level: Contact: o Safety Awards Luncheon Level: Contact: o Washington Night in South Carolina Level: Contact: o Human Resources Conference Level: Contact: o Membership Receptions Level: Contact: Choose a location o Midlands o Upstate o Lowcountry o Pee Dee o All o Business Week Level: Contact: o Business Classic Golf Tournament Level: Contact: o Manufacturer of the Year Awards Level: Contact: o Best Places to Work in South Carolina Level: Contact: o Excellence in Workplace Diversity Level: Contact: o Annual Summit Level: Contact: o Manufacturers Conference Level: Contact: Please list the EXACT way your company is to be listed on all printed materials Company 2011 Sponsorship Commitments This faxback form serves as your 2011 commitment to sponsor. More information regarding each event can be found at under Events and Seminars. Please indicate the level you wish to sponsor and the contact at your company responsible for the sponsorship if they are different than the main contact at the bottom of the form. Your company will be billed for the following events: Name Title Address City State Zip Phone Fax Payment Method Bill 30 days prior to each event Visa AMEX Send one invoice for all commitments MC Discover Total Amount $ Acct # Exp. Date Ver. # Signature: Billing Address Please fax to (803) or mail to 2011 South Carolina Chamber Sponsorships, South Carolina Chamber of Commerce, P.O. Box 11827, Columbia, S.C