INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES PROVIDING ACCESS TO WHAT YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS

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1 2015 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES PROVIDING ACCESS TO WHAT YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS

2 ENGAGEMENT CALENDAR PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS Signature/Symposium: high-level industry program with 300+ attendees (outside venue) Panel/Workshop: training or issue update for 50 to 150+ attendees (outside venue or Chamber) Roundtable/Forum: member dialogue on key business issues for 20 to 50 (Chamber) BD+Bashes: cocktail networking reception at hospitality venues CHAMBER TRADITIONS Premier flagship programs bringing together the Chamber s powerful member companies and leaders May: NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament June: Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon December: Holiday Reception CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY (CSR) The CSR Council provides thought leadership on corporate social responsibility as a critical component of business strategy. Specific areas of focus include best practices in social responsibility, ethical accountability, economic viability, and environmental stewardship. Quarterly Roundtables & Panel Discussions June: Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon Signature Program ECONOMIC The Economic Council works to promote the economy of Northern Virginia to the regional, national and international community. The council raises awareness of economic trends and issues facing our region and equipping businesses with the information needed to make informed decisions. Quarterly Roundtables & Panel Discussions December: Signature Program, Economic Outlook GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING The GovCon Council provides engagement with and access to thought leadership in Northern Virginia s renowned government contracting sector. Quarterly Panels & Workshops Bi-Annually: Signature Programs, including GovCon Symposium INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Council promotes, enhances and facilitates the growth of innovative and entrepreneurial organizations in Northern Virginia through the facilitation of networking and educational programs, strategic public relations and communications, and advocacy for favorable corporate environments. Quarterly Roundtables & Panel Discussions Signature Program NOVAFORWARD The NOVAForward Council addresses regional issues impacting the business community, including education, workforce development, transportation, healthcare and more. Quarterly Roundtables & Panel Discussions Signature Program INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 1

3 ENGAGEMENT CALENDAR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT The Professional Development Council provides training to deepen your intellectual capital, such as leadership development, strategic planning and business best practices. Bi-Monthly Roundtables & Workshops Quarterly BD+Bashes WOMEN IN BUSINESS The Women in Business Council leverages the power of women by providing access to programs, thought leadership, networking and mentoring opportunities for professional development, as well as recognition and promotion of role models benefiting the professional careers of our members. Quarterly Roundtables & Panel Discussions October: Signature Program NEXT GEN NEW IN 2015 The Next Gen Council is a leadership development program for the rising stars within your organization. Young professionals will participate in a variety of programs featuring workshops on leadership behaviors and skills, personal and professional growth, access to renowned speakers and facilitators, collaboration with leaders from the Chamber and its councils, and mentoring opportunities. Bi-Monthly Roundtables, Workshops, Panels and Networking Events AWARDS PROGRAMS * GREATER WASHINGTON INNOVATION AWARDS NEW IN 2015 The newly created Innovation Awards celebrates innovation through internal/external products or processes from businesses across all industries within our region. October January: Greater Washington Innovation Awards nominations committee monthly meetings April: Greater Washington Innovation Awards GREATER WASHINGTON GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR AWARDS The Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards is the premier event honoring the leadership, innovation and commitment to excellence of the people and businesses in the region s government contracting community. January June: Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards nominations committee monthly meetings September: Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards Finalist Reception November: Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards VALOR AWARDS The 37 th Annual Valor Awards will honor public safety heroes from the Fairfax County Police Department, Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department and Fairfax County Office of the Sheriff, who have put their personal safety at risk to keep our community and businesses safe. January: Selection Committee Meeting March: 37 th Annual Valor Awards * For Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards, see Chamber Traditions 2

4 ELITE PARTNER & BUSINESS PARTNER PROGRAM The most influential companies in Northern Virginia choose to partner with the Fairfax Chamber because of the unique access it provides to business development, thought leadership, professional development advocacy, and community partnerships. Among those companies are the Chamber s premier members investing at levels exceeding $20,000 and $30,000 annually. These top investors are distinguished as the Chamber s Business Partners and Elite Partners and receive added visibility and recognition. Elite Partner, $30,000+ Investment ALL Business Partner benefits PLUS Space for one (1) ad to run in two (2) editions of Chamber s bi-weekly e-newsletter, Doing Business, during the same month (artwork, URL link and timing to be mutually agreed upon) Space for one (1) ad to run on the Chamber s homepage for one month (artwork, URL link and timing to be mutually agreed upon) ¼ page ad in four (4) Chamber printed programs (Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards, Valor Awards, Greater Washington Innovation Awards, Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards ) Opportunity to facilitate one (1) C-level luncheon, where sponsor elects not to fill this spot (mutually agreeable topic and facilitator) Opportunity to have company executives serve on panels at Chamber programs, where sponsors elect not to fill those spots (mutually agreeable topic and speakers) Business Partner, $20,000+ Investment Exclusive logo placement included on The Chamber s homepage, A variety of printed and electronic communications, such as the annual investment book and annual report Signage in the Chamber s conference center Prospective member collateral Listing on the Business Partner directory, located at including company logo, link to your website and brief company description. Recognition at all Chamber events (excluding partnered programs) Invitation for executives to be seated at available President s and Chair s table at Chamber signature events Invitation for one (1) C-level executive to attend available monthly private C-level luncheons Invitation for two (2) company representatives for annual Business Partner outing Invitation for one (1) company representative to attend bi-monthly New Member Breakfast Complimentary use of the Chamber s membership mailing list for direct mail purposes (standard rental terms and conditions apply) Complimentary use of the Chamber s Baker Tilly Conference Room and 495 Express Lanes Board Room (standard rental terms and conditions apply) INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 3

5 STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS OPPORTUNITIES COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAMS Place your message directly in the hands of Northern Virginia s top business leaders, elected officials and key influencers. Place an ad in the Greater Washington Innovation Awards, Valor Awards, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon or Greater Washington Government Contractor Awards commemorative programs which attract 700+ of the who s who of the regional business community. ¼ Page - $800 1/2 Page - $1,200 Full Page - $2,000 Inside Front Cover - $2,750 Inside Back Cover - $2,750 Back Cover - $3,000 ELECTRONIC MEDIA Website Advertising-The Chamber is pleased to offer advertising on our newly-designed website. Ads link directly back to the website landing page of your choice to help you market upcoming events, specials, opportunities, programs, sales and more. Top of Page Advertising (four to five ads per month) Size: 920 pixels (w) x 90 pixels (h) Placement: All pages, underneath the main rotator banner Ranking (order of ads): first come, first served Format: high quality.jpg or.png Delivery: Wednesday before first Monday run date Cost: $1,500/four-week run $2,750/eight-week run $8,750/six-month run Interior Page Advertising(three to four ads per month) Size: 260 pixels (w) x 275 pixels (h) Placement: Interior pages at the bottom of the right-hand side bar Ranking (order of ads): first come, first served Format: high quality.jpg or.png Delivery: Wednesday before first Monday run date Cost: $1,000/four-week run $1,750/eight-week run $5,750/six-month run 4

6 STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS OPPORTUNITIES NOVABizGuide* - Northern Virginia s ONLY Online Business Guide - Raise your visibility among the Chamber s nearly 650 influential member companies plus hundreds more with the NOVABizGuide, the ONLY online buyer s guide with the power to reach the companies in and serving the Northern Virginia business community. Check out the Guide at novabizguide.com. *This is an outside vendor. All ad sales are managed by the vendor and not Fairfax Chamber. Advertising Opportunities: Banners Product Showcase Featured Company Premium Placement Keyword Search & More Advertising - The Chamber s robust marketing is an efficient and effective way to target others in the business community. Ads link directly back to your website to help you market upcoming events, specials, opportunities, programs, sales and more. Events Digest s Timing: weekly on Monday mornings (Tuesday in the event of a federal holiday) Reach: 14,000+ in the Northern Virginia business community, elected officials & other decision makers Size: 200 pixels (w) x 200 pixels (h) Placement: Right sidebar Ranking (top to bottom in side bar): first come, first served Format: high quality.jpg or.png Delivery: Wednesday before first Monday run date Cost: $500/four-week run $900/eight-week run $2,500/six-month run Doing Business Timing: bi-weekly on Wednesday mornings Reach: 14,000 in the Northern Virginia business community, including elected officials & other regional decision makers Size: 200 pixels (w) x 200 pixels (h) Placement: Right side bar Ranking (top to bottom in side bar): first come, first served Format: high quality.jpg or.png Delivery: Friday before first Wednesday run date Cost: $500/four-week run $900/eight-week run $2,500/six-month run INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 5

7 STRATEGIC COMMUNICATIONS OPPORTUNITIES Dedicated E-Blast Sponsorship - For those messages that need direct attention and are your top priority, once per month, the Chamber provides a dedicated e-blast to its entire distribution list on behalf of a member company. This unique sponsorship option with unparalleled, targeted reach into the Northern Virginia business community, is sold on a first come, first serve basis. Timing: once per month Reach: 12,000 in the Northern Virginia business community, elected officials & other decision makers Format: HTML; 650 pixel width Delivery: one-week before send date Send Date: mutually agreeable date to be determined Cost: $2,000 Doing Business Column/Article - MEMBERS ONLY *Articles may be submitted for consideration Timing: bi-monthly on Wednesday (day of week is subject to change based on Chamber calendar) Reach: 14,000 in the Northern Virginia business community, including elected officials & other regional decision makers Size: approximately word news summary, plus a website landing page to re-direct readers to a full story MAILING LIST COPY Is your message better represented in print? Purchase a copy of the Chamber s mailing list to mail your promotional postcard, flyer or other item to Chamber member companies, either one primary contact per company, or all contacts within a company. The mailing list includes physical mailing addresses only. addresses and phone numbers are not included. Primary Contacts (approximately 650): includes primary representative from each member company- $600/ members; $900/non-members All Contacts (approximately 3,500): includes all representatives of each member company - $850/members; $1,150/non-members *As a matter of policy, the Fairfax Chamber does not release or sell the addresses of its members. WHAT COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES ARE INCLUDED THROUGH MY MEMBERSHIP? Media Relations Counsel Listing on NOVABizGuide Visibility via Doing Business and Social Media platforms To learn more, please visit For more information or to place an ad contact Director of Communications and Marketing, Alex Chagouris at achagouris@fairfaxchamber.org. 6

8 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES These business development opportunities provide targeted exposure for your organization outside of the Chamber s elite engagement opportunities. SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Signature Sponsor, $20,000 (Limit of 1) *SOLD OUT FOR 2015 Logo visibility and annual naming rights to Chamber s Large Conference Room, 3,000+ visitors per year* Free use of Conference Room (mutually agreeable dates) Opportunity to make two-minute welcome remarks at six (6) Get Connected events, up to 50 guests Opportunity to make two-minute welcome remarks at four (4) BD+Bashes, up to 75 guests Opportunity to develop and emcee (including mutually agreeable topic and speaker selection) one (1) Small Business or Professional Development workshop at the Chamber, up to 50 guests Support extending strategic invitations to your clients and/or prospects for your workshop Ten (10) reserved tickets to your workshop Opportunity for exhibit table at Get Connected, BD+Bashes and your workshop Opportunity for your C-level executives to attend two (2) private C-level events Logo featured on all event promotional materials for your workshop including marketing, signage, s and registration page Event promotion for your workshop on Chamber s social media platforms *Ask about our multi-year exclusive conference room naming rights package! Panel Sponsor, $4,000 Opportunity to develop and emcee one (1) panel program, up to 50 guests (mutually agreeable topic and speaker selection) Five (5) tickets to your panel program Logo featured on all materials promoting your panel program C-Level Luncheon Sponsor, $3,000 (Limit of 12) Opportunity to make welcome remarks and introduce facilitator at one (1) private C-level luncheon (mutually agreeable date, topic and facilitator), up to 20 guests Two (2) tickets for your leadership team Two (2) tickets for your own clients and/or prospects Roundtable Sponsor, $1,500 Opportunity to make introduction and facilitate roundtable discussion at one (1) roundtable, up to 20 guests (mutually agreeable topic and facilitator) Five (5) tickets to your roundtable Logo featured on all materials promoting your roundtable INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 7

9 NOVABizPAC THE CHAMBER S POLITICAL ACTION COMMITTEE Large Company (20 or more employees): $1,500 Small Company (less than 20 employees): $500 (Limited availability) Established in 2002, the Northern Virginia Business Political Action Committee (NOVABizPAC) supports local elected officials, Northern Virginia state legislators and other key leaders statewide who promote a favorable business climate and quality of life in Virginia in line with the Fairfax Chamber s policy agenda. Investment in NOVABizPAC enables one (1) member of your company to serve as a PAC Trustee and help determine allocation of funds to elected officials and candidates. Your company s PAC Trustee will also contribute to the endorsement decision making process for local and state elections. 8

10 BUSINESS ADVOCACY SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS Viva Virginia Political Reception in Richmond Congressional Roundtable Annual Debate *Signature sponsor for Annual Debate may be available on first right of refusal Gold Sponsor, $7,500 (Limit of 3; Select one event option) Opportunity to provide opening remarks at your select event Opportunity to provide opening remarks at key Policy committee meetings Ten (10) tickets to all policy events Support extending strategic event invitations to your clients and prospects Opportunity to distribute marketing materials at all events Logo featured on all event promotional materials Access to Policy committee meetings Access to elected officials and policy leaders Ability to participate in drafting Chamber s legislative agenda Access to weekly conference calls during Virginia General Assembly session Access to frequent updates from Fairfax County Government Center, the General Assembly in Richmond and Capitol Hill Silver Sponsor, $4,000 Five (5) tickets to all policy events Name listing on all event promotional materials Access to Policy committee meetings Access to elected officials and policy leaders Ability to participate in drafting Chamber s legislative agenda Access to weekly conference calls during Virginia General Assembly session Access to frequent updates from Fairfax County Government Center, the General Assembly in Richmond and Capitol Hill Bronze Sponsor, $2,500 Two (2) tickets to all policy events Name listing on all event promotional materials Access to Policy committee meetings Access to elected officials and policy leaders Ability to participate in drafting Chamber s legislative agenda Access to weekly conference calls during Virginia General Assembly session Access to frequent updates from Fairfax County Government Center, the General Assembly in Richmond and Capitol Hill INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 9

11 ELITE ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES Investment in one of the Chamber s renowned areas of engagement provides year-long visibility and exposure across targeted industry and thought leadership areas. Engagement Areas: Corporate Social Responsibility*, Economic, Professional Development, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, NOVAForward or Women in Business Councils SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: BENEFITS APPLY TO ONE (1) ENGAGEMENT AREA ONLY Signature Sponsor, $12,000 One (1) seat on planning council Opportunity to provide opening remarks at Signature Event One table (10 seats) in a prime location at Signature Program Ten (10) tickets at each program Support extending strategic event invitations to your clients and/or prospects Company exhibit table at all events Logo featured on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers, once weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) * CSR sponsorship includes 10 tickets to Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon Gold Sponsor, $6,000 One (1) seat on planning council One table (10 seats) in a prime location at Signature program Five (5) tickets at each program Support extending strategic event invitations to your clients and/or prospects Company exhibit table at all events Logo featured on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers, once weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) 10

12 ELITE ENGAGEMENT OPPORTUNITIES Silver Sponsor, $4,000 One (1) seat on planning council Company exhibit table at all events Three (3) tickets at each program Name listing on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers, once weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) Bronze Sponsor, $2,000 One (1) seat on planning council Two (2) tickets at each program Name listing on all event promotional materials INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 11

13 DISTINGUISHED CHAMBER TRADITIONS SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon Holiday Reception Signature Sponsor, $20,000 (Limit of 3 Signature Sponsors Annually; Select one event option) Opportunity for company representative to be introduced at the podium, make welcome remarks or emcee your selected event One table (10 seats) in a prime location at Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon Support extending strategic event invitations to your clients and/or prospects Opportunity to host VIPs and Elected Officials at your table Full page ad in Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards event program One (1) Seat on Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards Selection Committee One (1) foursome to the NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament One (1) contest sponsorship at NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament Opportunity to provide promotional item for NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament player gift bags Ten (10) tickets to Annual Holiday Reception Two (2) tickets to Annual Valor Awards Opportunity for executive to be profiled in Doing Business Opportunity for executive to attend one (1) private C-level luncheon Gold Sponsor, $7,500 Opportunity for company representative to be introduced at the Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon podium, make category introduction and present category winner, 500+ guests One table (10 seats) at Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon 1/2 page ad in Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards event program One (1) seat on Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards Selection Committee One (1) foursome to the NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament One (1) contest sponsorship at NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament Opportunity to provide promotional item for NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament player gift bag Five (5) tickets to Annual Holiday Reception Two (2) tickets to Annual Valor Awards Logo featured on all event promotional materials Silver Sponsor, $5,000 One table (10 seats) Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards & Chair s Luncheon ¼ page ad in Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards event program One (1) foursome to the NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament One (1) Golf Amenity sponsorship at NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament Three (3) tickets to Holiday Reception Two (2) tickets to Annual Valor Awards Name listing on all events promotional materials 12

14 DISTINGUISHED CHAMBER TRADITIONS Bronze Sponsor, $3,000 One (1) twosome to the NOVABizLinks Golf Tournament Two (2) tickets to Holiday Reception Two (2) tickets to Outstanding Corporate Citizenship Awards Two (2) tickets to Annual Valor Awards Name listing on all events promotional materials INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 13

15 NEXT GEN The Next Gen Council is a leadership development program for the rising stars within your organization. Young professionals will participate in a variety of programs featuring workshops on leadership behaviors and skills, personal and professional growth, access to renowned speakers and facilitators, collaboration with leaders from the Chamber and its councils, and mentoring opportunities. SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Signature Sponsor, $8,000 Ten (10) tickets to each bi-monthly program One (1) seat on Council Leadership Team which includes One (1) invitation to monthly facilitated lunch One (1) invitation to Chamber s bi-monthly Board of Directors meetings One (1) seat on the planning council Logo featured on all event promotional materials Opportunity to provide opening remarks at one (1) event Opportunity to serve as a panelist/speaker at one (1) event (mutually agreeable speaker and event) Gold Sponsor, $5,000 Five (5) tickets at each program One (1) seat on Council Leadership Team which includes One (1) invitation to monthly facilitated lunch One (1) invitation to Chamber s bi-monthly Board of Directors meetings One (1) seat on the planning council Logo featured on all event promotional materials Silver Sponsor, $3,500 Three (3) tickets to each bi-monthly program One (1) seat on Council Leadership Team which includes One (1) invitation to monthly facilitated lunch One (1) invitation to Chamber s bi-monthly Board of Directors meetings One (1) seat on the planning council Name listing on all event promotional materials Bronze Sponsor, $1,500 Two (2) tickets at each bi-monthly program Name listing on all event promotional materials Annual Ticket Package, $250 One (1) ticket to each bi-monthly program 14

16 GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OFFERINGS GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING SERIES SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Signature Sponsor, $12,000 (Limit of 2) Opportunity for company representative to be introduced at the podium, make welcome remarks and serve as emcee or panelist at one (1) Signature Program (mutually agreeable topic and panelist selection), for 250+ guests One (1) seat on planning council Opportunity to distribute company marketing materials at your Signature Program One table (10 seats) to all outside venue GovCon events Five (5) tickets at each program hosted at the Chamber Support extending strategic invitations to your clients and/or prospects One (1) reserved seat at private C-level GovCon Advisory Committee Meetings Logo featured on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers; once weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) Platinum Sponsor, $9,000 (Limit of 3) Opportunity for company representative to be introduced at the podium, make welcome remarks and serve as emcee or panelist at one (1) Panel Program (mutually agreeable topic and panelist selection), for 100 to 200 guests One (1) seat on planning council Opportunity to distribute company marketing materials at your Panel Program One table (10 seats) to all outside venue GovCon events Five (5) tickets at each program hosted at the Chamber Support extending strategic invitations to your clients and/or prospects Logo featured on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers; weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) Gold Sponsor, $6,000 (Limit of 5) Opportunity to develop and emcee one (1) Panel Program (including mutually agreeable topic and panelist selection) for up to 75 guests One (1) seat on planning council Five (5) tickets to all outside venue GovCon events Three (3) tickets at each program hosted at the Chamber Name listing on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers; weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 15

17 GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OFFERINGS Silver Sponsor, $5,000 One (1) seat on planning council Two (2) tickets at each program Name listing on all event promotional materials Opportunity to submit one (1) white paper to be distributed via Inclusion on Chamber event website, available for 12 months Dedicated e-blast to Chamber distribution list (14,000 readers; once monthly in the first three (3) months) Inclusion in Chamber weekly Events Digest e-blast (14,000 readers; weekly in the first three (3) months) Access to white paper readership list (does not include contact information) Bronze Sponsor, $4,000 One (1) seat on planning council Two (2) tickets to each GovCon event Name listing on all event promotional materials GREATER WASHINGTON GOVERNMENT CONTRACTOR AWARDS Platinum Sponsor, $20,000 (Limit of 2) *SOLD OUT FOR 2015 Opportunity to co-emcee the Awards gala One (1) table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards gala Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards gala Two (2) tickets to the Finalists Reception Two (2) tickets to the Hall of Fame Reception immediately proceeding the Awards gala (attended by finalists, past winners, Platinum sponsors, Gold sponsors & Hall of Fame Reception sponsors) One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Steering Committee One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Logo recognition in print marketing materials Logo recognition in electronic marketing Logo recognition on the Awards web site Logo in Awards gala printed program Logo on signage and on screen at Finalists Reception & Awards gala Gold Sponsor, $10,000 (Industry Exclusive; Limit of 10) *ONLY 1 REMAINS (PUBLIC RELATIONS INDUSTRY VERTICALS) Opportunity to present an award at the Awards gala One table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards gala Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards gala Two (2) tickets to the Finalists Reception Two (2) tickets to the Hall of Fame Reception immediately proceeding the Awards gala (attended by finalists, past winners, Platinum sponsors, Gold sponsors & Hall of Fame Reception sponsors) One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Logo recognition in print marketing materials Logo recognition in electronic marketing Logo recognition on Awards website Logo in Awards gala printed program Logo on signage and on screen at Finalist Reception & Awards gala 16

18 GOVERNMENT CONTRACTING OFFERINGS Hall of Fame Presenting Sponsor, $10,000 (Limit of 1) Opportunity to present the Hall of Fame Award at the Awards gala One table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards gala Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards gala Two (2) tickets to the Finalists Reception Two (2) tickets to the Hall of Fame Reception immediately proceeding the Awards gala (attended by finalists, past winners, Platinum sponsors, Gold sponsors & Hall of Fame Reception sponsors) One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Logo recognition in print marketing materials Logo recognition in electronic marketing Logo recognition on Awards website Logo in Awards gala printed program Logo on signage and on screen at Finalist Reception & Awards gala Hall of Fame Reception Sponsor, $8,500 (Limit of 5) ALL Silver Sponsor benefits, PLUS: Featured sponsorship of the Hall of Fame Reception immediately proceeding the Awards Gala (attended by finalists, past winners, Platinum sponsors, Gold sponsors & Hall of Fame Reception sponsors) Opportunity to place your company s promotional product at each place setting at the Awards gala Signage at each bar station in the Hall of Fame Reception Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards gala Gala Reception Sponsor, $8,500 (Limit of 5) ALL Silver Sponsor benefits, PLUS: Featured sponsor of the Awards gala reception prior to the Awards dinner Opportunity to place your company s promotional product at each place setting at the Awards gala dinner Signage at each bar station in the Gala Reception Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards gala Finalists Reception Sponsor, $8,500 *SOLD OUT FOR 2015 ALL Silver Sponsor benefits, PLUS: Featured sponsor of the Finalist Reception attended by all applicants and sponsors in September Opportunity to present comments at the Finalists Reception Opportunity to display your company s promotional products at the Finalists Reception Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards gala Silver Sponsor, $5,000 One (1) table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards gala Two (2) tickets to the Finalists Reception One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Name recognition in print marketing materials Name recognition in electronic marketing Name listed on Awards website Name in Awards gala printed program Name on signage and on screen at Finalists Reception & Awards gala INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 17

19 VALOR AWARDS The 37 th Annual Valor Awards will honor public safety heroes from the Fairfax County Police Department, Fairfax County Fire & Rescue Department and Fairfax County Office of the Sheriff, who have put their personal safety at risk to keep our community and businesses safe. SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Signature Sponsor, $20,000 (Limit 1) *SOLD OUT FOR 2015 Opportunity to serve as the emcee for the Valor Awards One (1) seat on the Valor Board of Trustees Full page ad in Valor Awards Commemorative Program Logo and a brief statement of commitment in Commemorative Program Logo recognition on all print and electronic marketing materials Two reserved tables (20 seats) in prime location at the Valor Awards Luncheon Opportunity to host elected officials, honorees and their families at your Awards table Opportunity to provide a promotional item or marketing materials at each seat at Awards Gold Sponsor, $10,000 (Industry Exclusive) One (1) seat on the Valor Board of Trustees 1/2 page ad in Valor Awards Commemorative Program Logo and a brief statement of commitment in Commemorative Program Logo recognition on all print and electronic marketing materials One reserved table (10 seats) in prime location at the Valor Awards Luncheon Opportunity to host elected officials, honorees and their families at your Awards table Opportunity to provide a promotional item or marketing materials at each seat at Awards Silver Sponsor, $5,000 ¼ page ad in Valor Awards Commemorative Program Company name listed in Valor Awards Commemorative Program Company name listed on all print and electronic marketing materials One reserved table (10 seats) in prime location at the Valor Awards Luncheon Bronze Sponsor, $2,500 Company name listed in Valor Awards Commemorative Program Company name listed on all print and electronic marketing materials One reserved table (10 seats) in prime location at the Valor Awards Luncheon 18

20 GREATER WASHINGTON INNOVATION AWARDS New in 2015, The Greater Washington Innovation Awards is the premier event celebrating the thought leadership, innovation and creativity of the individuals and organizations in select industries in the Greater Washington metro area. SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS: Platinum Sponsor, $10,000 Opportunity to emcee the Awards One table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards Two (2) tickets to the Reception immediately proceeding the Awards One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Steering Committee One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Logo listing on all print marketing Logo listing on all electronic marketing Logo listing on the Awards web site Logo listing in program distributed to all Awards attendees Logo listing on signage and on screen at Awards Gold Sponsor, $7,500 Opportunity to present a category at the Awards One table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards Two (2) tickets to the Reception immediately proceeding the Awards One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Steering Committee One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Name listing on all print marketing Name listing on all electronic marketing Name listing on Awards web site Name listing in printed program distributed to all Awards attendees Name listing on signage and screen at Awards Reception Sponsor, $5,000 Featured sponsor of the Reception immediately preceding the Awards gala Opportunity to make welcome remarks at the Reception One (1) reserved table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards Opportunity to host VIPs & elected officials at your table at the Awards One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Name listing on all print marketing Name listing on all electronic marketing Name listing on Awards web site Name listing in printed program distributed to all Awards attendees Name listing on signage and screen at the Awards INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 19

21 GREATER WASHINGTON INNOVATION AWARDS Silver Sponsor, $3,500 One table (10 seats) in a prime location at the Awards One (1) reserved seat on the Awards Nominations Committee Name listing on all print marketing Name listing on all electronic marketing Name listing on Awards web site Name listing in printed program distributed to all Awards attendees Name listing on signage and screen at Awards 20

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24 [WHAT MAKES FAIRFAX COUNTY THE IDEAL BUSINESS LOCATION] THRIVING ECONOMY STRONG WORKFORCE WELCOMING COMMUNITY LIFE OUTSIDE THE OFFICE EXCELLENT SCHOOLS CREATIVITY No chart or graph can adequately convey what makes this the ideal location for your business. Companies, organizations and individuals thrive here because of the robust, welcoming business environment. Its creative atmosphere fosters motivating challenges and inspired solutions. The strong, stable and diverse workforce here enjoys many cultural and recreational options and some of the best schools in the country. To see how your business can benefit from a move to Fairfax County, visit FAIRFAX COUNTY, VIRGINIA The power of ideas. INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES 23