Become a Strategic Sponsor of PDI-POA 18 th Annual International Protocol Education Forum, Sponsorship Proposal
Businesses and organizations searching for creative and interactive ways to reach new, loyal, and active customers are invited to partner with Protocol & Diplomacy International- Protocol Officers Association (PDI- POA). Some choose to partner with PDI-POA to increase their exposure in the protocol community. The crossmarketing opportunity strengthens your roots in this professional community and increases mutual awareness of the leaders in the field. Protocol officers, coming from some of the highest decision-making environments in government, private industry and academia, have a wide sphere of influence. Your support of PDI-POA provides instant exposure to hundreds of potential new domestic and international customers. Others partner with PDI-POA because they share goals to provide continuing education in the field of international protocol. They understand how important it is to be the link between international and national officials in both public and private enterprises. We offer a wide array of sponsorship opportunities that can be tailored to fit your marketing goals and budget. Our Mission The mission of Protocol & Diplomacy International-Protocol Officers Association (PDI-POA) is to provide the highest level of collective expertise, training, information, and advice regarding internationally and nationally accepted rules of protocol. We are committed to facilitating communication, understanding, and cooperation between individuals, governments and cultures. Our Purpose The purpose of PDI-POA is to provide continuing education in the field of international protocol. The association serves a link between international and national protocol officials in both public and private enterprises. 2 P a g e
SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS We offer a range of sponsorship levels, each recognizing your organization at the 18 th Annual International Protocol Education Forum, San Diego, California (SD19). The Forum attracts attendees who support global leaders, international business professionals, academics, military personnel, and citizens from around the globe. We offer valuable opportunities for you to: Market your services to our global membership base Become actively involved in future education forums Promote your organization and your products to an audience of protocol professionals, many of whom support VIPs from around the globe barring Platinum Gold Silver Bronze Patron Value $10,000 $7,500 $3,500 $1,500 $500 Sponsorships Available 2 2 4 7 Unlimited Prominent recognition as a sponsor on the PDI- POA website with company logo and sponsor link for one (1) year Acknowledgement as a sponsor on the PDI-POA website with company logo during pre-and postforum (Apr Dec) Acknowledgement (company name and logo) to be prominently showcased during the forum Acknowledgement on the SD19 Forum agenda with company logo Complimentary registration for SD19 Forum 2 1 0 0 0 Seating for reserved seats at forum luncheons 2 1 1 0 0 Opportunity to sponsor a reception 1 1 0 0 0 Invitations with a guest to the forum Closing 3 2 1 1 0 Receptions Opportunity to include corporate materials and favors in welcome packets 3 P a g e
Sponsorship Opportunities * In-Kind Opportunities Many of our sponsors can provide us with great products and services in exchange for sponsorship recognition! If you are interested in adding in-kind value to your cash sponsorship or providing a full in-kind sponsorship, please contact pdi.poa@gmail.com. Some in-kind items received in the past include: Catering Receptions Venue space Ground transportation Welcome bags Name badges Are you interested in supporting the SD19 Forum with something that is not mentioned here? Do you have a unique idea of how you can partner your business with PDI-POA? Sponsorship proposals can be customized to meet your business needs by contacting: Steven Boley Treasurer SD19 Forum seboley@gmail.com (240) 320-3221 4 P a g e
SPONSORSHIP FORM Please fill-out this form to confirm your sponsorship level. Completed forms can be returned to Steven Boley, Treasurer at seboley@gmail.com. Questions? Call (240) 320-3221. CONTACT INFORMATION: Company Name (as you wish to be acknowledged) Company Email Address Address Contact Person s Name Contact Phone Number City/State/Zip Code SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: $10,000 [Platinum Level] $7, 500 [Gold Level] $3,500 [Silver Level] $1,500 [Bronze Level] $500 [Patron] PAYMENT INFORMATION: Please send me an invoice I have enclosed a check made payable to: PDI-POA Please charge my credit card Card Type: Visa / MC / AmEx / Discover Thank you for supporting the 18 th Annual International Protocol Education Forum Once we receive your completed sponsorship form, we will contact you to discuss arrangements, sponsorship benefits and recognition. Please send your highresolution color and black-andwhite logos (.EPS or vector preferred) to seboley@gmail.com Card Number Expiration Date Security Code $ Total Sponsorship Commitment Authorized Sponsor Signature 5 P a g e
2018-2019 Protocol Diplomacy International-Protocol Officers Association Board of Directors Massachusetts State House Boston, Massachusetts Thank You! All donations support the educational mission of PDI-POA and, in particular, our annual education forum. Donors may elect to contribute either 1) directly to Protocol & Diplomacy International - Protocol Officers Association, a 501(c)(6) educational organization under U.S. and California laws; or 2) our Foundation, a non-for-profit 501(c)(3) foundation that exists solely to support the Association's educational activities. 6 P a g e