Catalogue of Events
Who We Are Chorus Communications, the award-winning master agency, hosts the channel s most prominent learning and networking events throughout the year to maximize the profit potential for their extensive network of partners, suppliers and vendors. These valuable events keep technology experts connected through unique, educational and collaborative formats. Chorus collection of ground-breaking events deliver a venue to launch new relationships through their signature networking segments, cutting-edge displays, and forums to develop new partnering opportunities. Chorus has held events at NFL football stadiums, MLB baseball parks, rooftop lounges, historical landmarks, theaters, concert halls, elegant ballrooms, museums, and renowned entertainment complexes. Each event experience is comprised of a multitude of elements that include celebrity hosts, entertainment and of course, technology. Chorus events are extensively advertised and marketed through strategic, creative and effective campaigns throughout the country utilizing leading telecom and media resources, digital marketing, social media, video, and public relations to ensure maximum attendance. Chorus events are exclusively produced and orchestrated by Metrospect Events, Philadelphia s Premier Marketing & Events firm. No matter what your vision, or where your business takes you, Metrospect will flawlessly inspire your audience and build long-lasting relationships through effective events and meetings. Metrospect specializes in corporate events, meetings, product launches, teambuilding experiences, holiday parties, and creative ideas to grow your business and motivate your team. Website: http://www.metrospectevents.com/ Phone: 215-600-0009
est. 1994 Hair O The Dog Philly s Most Glamourous Bash Voted Best Event In Philadelphia America s longest-running blacktie affair Held every January At Hair O The Dog, you can expect the top technology and telecommunication agents, VARs, integrators, carriers, resellers, and CLECs. Approximately 30% of attendees fly into Philadelphia specifically for this event to network with the industry s top movers and shakers. Chorus hand-delivers invitations to their top 200+ partners and top 200+ clients. Sponsors are invited to mix and mingle with Chorus top partners and end users during an exclusive Chorus VIP pre-party. This award-winning annual affair also attracts national celebrities, athletes, and media personalities. Past attendees include but are not limited to; Meteorologist Sheena Parveen, On-air personality Tony Bruno, Comedian Joe Conklin, former Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell, Mob Wives star Alicia DiMichele along with several players and cheerleaders of the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies, Sixers, and Flyers. HISTORY O THE EVENT How Philadelphia collectively cures its NYE hangover Hair O The Dog was created in 1995 (that s 106+ DOG years ago!) by longtime friends Daniel Cronin and Robert Molinaro. Dan and Rob are also the co-founders of Chorus Communications. The first Hair O The Dog was held at the Tiki Club in King Of Prussia, Pennsylvania. At the party, which initially began as an event to recruit their sales force, they decided that their love of fun, combined with their whip-smart business sense could generate income for non-profits through fundraising. From this thinking, Hair O The Dog was born. The founders were thrilled with the original 100 person turn out! Each year since, this glamorous-gala has grown tremendously in both size and prominence. Today, the event attracts thousands of party goers and is considered the longest running black-tie affair in the country. Held each year at an exclusive Philadelphia venue, a portion of the event proceeds are given to various local charities such as: Big Brothers, Big Sisters, The Garden of Reflection (PA s official 9-11 memorial), The National Constitution Center, Habitat for Humanity, Project H.O.M.E., Friends of Memorial Hall Fund, the Sunshine Foundation, The Great Guy Group, The Bethesda Project, Friends Are By Your Side and The Claddagh Fund. WEBSITE: http://hairothedog.com/
est. 2007 Who s Who in Technology Held every spring. This premier annual event was created over a decade ago and allows the industry s top carriers and providers to showcase their state-of-the-art products and services to the extensive Chorus Communications network of top producing agents clients, and vendors. In a setting like no other, sponsors and participants will gain valuable exposure and receive introductions to key decision makers and leading partners. Through various displays and presentations, sponsors will have the opportunity to increase their brands awareness and educate the audience on their most emerging and up-to-date technology products, services, and news. Following the learning segment of the event attendees are treated to an exclusive networking happy hour. Here all will enjoy gourmet fare, a full open bar, live entertainment, and developing new or strengthening existing relationships. Each year this event will host a silent auction comprised of high-quality sports and music memorabilia. Proceeds from the auction will benefit Women in the Channel, the non-profit association that connects female leaders in the telecom and IT channels for the purpose of collaborating, supporting, and mentoring. Chorus Channel Manager, Amy Servis, and Director of Marketing, Buffy Harakidas, are both active members of this empowering organization.
est. 2017 Bootcamp Held every summer. Chorus prides itself on offering agents the most progressive and advanced training in technology today. Bootcamp utilizes subject matter experts who are well-versed in accelerated learning and that are specialists in the tech sphere. Due to the fast changing IT needs that companies are facing, Chorus built this program to ensure that their partners are receiving quality training that provides upto-date knowledge, skills, and practical experience in a limited time frame. This understanding will further lend to the revenues that agents can earn by being able to knowledgeably discuss the most innovative business solutions available today. Bootcamp is very limited and focused on select target groups.
est. 2015 The Carriers Ball Held during Channel Partners. Late summer/early fall. An evening created to celebrate the top carriers in the biz. The telecom community and cloud partners around the country turn their attention to this innovative and exciting gala as Chorus Communications honors the top carriers and solutions providers in the industry today. Chorus believes that it is necessary to reward all of the innovation and success in areas that matter most-from strategic solutions and customer service to best proposal turnaround. In our everevolving world of technology, it is because of the carriers that we can successfully close deals and continue to cultivate and protect our businesses. The Carriers Ball includes an extensive networking reception, where agents and providers can collaborate. This event attracts agents and partners nationwide and is hosted in a different city each year. The valuable exposure you will receive as a sponsor includes the preevent voting process, where over 20,000 agent s nationwide vote on who their favorite and most trusted providers are. In addition, this event includes a massive public relations and media outreach, along with a strong social media presence. This red-carpet event also features live performances and an astonishing award ceremony. NATIONAL ATTENDEES This unprecedented event will attract the top-performing agents, carriers, providers, suppliers, and vendors attending the annual Cloud Partners Conference.
est. 2015 Fall Forum Held every fall. Chorus Technology Fall Forum is the channel s top learning seminar and networking event where Chorus top-performing agent/partner community unite for an evening of learning, mingling, and fun. The seminar portion of this event features a strategic panel of leading industry professionals. Panelists share their top products & solutions, knowledge & best practices, in a forward-looking format. A moderator walks attendees through a Chorus Client Scenerio, where each member of the panel plays an integral role in creating and implementing a seamless customer solution. Additionally, there is plenty of time for Q&A, open format presentations, and participant interaction. Immediately following the seminar portion of Technology Fall Forum, attendees huddle in for a game changing networking event. The Technology Fall Forum is an experience that you soon won t forget.
Awards Top Comcast Sales Partner In the United Sates 2016 Comcast Presidents Club Winner Ciena Club Winner Evolve IP Premier Partner LSI Elite Partner Top 100 of Fastest Growing Businesses in Philadelphia IT Hero Award City of Philadelphia CitationWho s Who In Technology Inc. 5000
Past & Present Event Sponsors: Cloud Services
Past & Present Event Sponsors:
For more details on sponsorship information, please contact: Buffy Harakidas Director of Marketing 215-600-0009 Buffy@choruscommunications.com