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2019

220 SE Main St. | Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 | LSchamber.com | 816.524.2424

SPONSORSHIPS AND MARKETING

Yours Truly,

SPONSORSHIPS AND MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES

SIGNATURE EVENTSAnnual Gala ...........................3

Chamber Challenge ................3

Golf Classic ...........................4

Oktoberfest ............................5

NETWORKING EVENTSBefore/After Hours .................6

Luncheons .............................6

Young Professionals ...............6

ADVOCACY EVENTSCandidate Forums ..................7

Legislative Day .......................7

Advocacy Day ........................7

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EVENTSRecess for Success ...............8

Experts of Enterprise ..............8

Breakfast for Champions ........9

Innov8 ...................................9

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONSCatalyst ...............................10

Visitors Guide.......................10

Health Care Directory ...........10

Community Calendar ............11

Membership Directory ..........11

Chamber Link.......................11

Online Enhancements ...........11

Sponsorships & Marketing • 3

Title Sponsor - $1,000• One team registration at the event• Recognition on all publicity including e-blasts,

Chamber Link, social media and more• Logo on promo item and signage at event• Opportunity to speak for 2-3 minutes during

the awards reception

Team Sponsor - $500• One team registration at the event• Recognition on publicity and signage at event

Beverage Stop Sponsor - $300• Recognition on signage at station• Opportunity to have representatives man the

beverage table (includes two lunch registrations)• Opportunity to provide logo cups

Snack Stop Sponsor - $150• Recognition on signage at station• Opportunity to have representatives man the

snack table (includes two lunch registrations)• Sponsor to provide snacks

SIGNATURE EVENTSAnnual Gala | JANUARY

Chamber Challenge | APRIL

The Chamber’s Annual Gala is held each January at The Pavilion at John Knox Village and is one of thehighlights of the year. The event features a plated dinner, entertainment, dancing, live and silent auctions,awards program, mingling and merriment!

With nearly 500 attendees, the Annual Gala is a great opportunity to show your support and gain excellentexposure through one of our exclusive sponsorship opportunities.

The Chamber Challenge is a day of team building, fun competitions and networking in the fresh air. The afternoon features seven team challenges, a luncheon, awards presentation and more.

Title Sponsor - $3,000• Prime seating (table of 8) at the Gala• Opportunity to speak 2-3 minutes on stage• Logo in all event promotion and materials,

including e-blasts, Link newsletter, social media, event invitation and program

• Verbal recognition from the podium at event• Exclusive logo on banner on stage at event

Auction Sponsor - $1,000• Complimentary reservations for two• Recognition in Gala program & powerpoint• Exclusive logo in auction catalog• Recognition on auction tables

Entertainment Sponsor - $1,000• Complimentary reservations for two• Recognition in Gala program & powerpoint• Signage recognition at the event

Cocktail Reception Sponsor - $1,000• Logo on cocktail napkins• Recognition in Gala program & powerpoint• Logo on signage at the bar

Contact: Stacy Needels, director of special events,816.524.2424 or [email protected]

Contact: Stacy Needels, director of special events, 816.524.2424 or [email protected]

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Golf Classic | JUNE

The Chamber’s Annual Golf Classic is a great day of networking and golf out on the course. The event, which consists of 144 players, also includes an awards luncheon following the tournament. Sponsors receive publicity across the course and have the opportunity to be at the event with Chamber members. All sponsors receive recognition in the event program and Chamber Link newsletter in addition to these benefits:

Title Sponsor - $1,500• Exclusive company logo on volunteer t-shirts • Team of four in the tournament• Logo on all publicity surrounding the event• Opportunity to have representative on-site • Signage on course

Ball Drop Sponsor - $1,000• Recognized as Ball Drop Sponsor on publicity

surrounding the event • Opportunity to hang banner from lift (banner to

be provided by sponsor)• Opportunity to have representative on site to

emcee ball drop

Golf Cart Sponsor - $350• Signage on all golf carts with exclusive logo• Signage on course

Beverage Stop Sponsor - $300 (2 available)• Opportunity to be on-site manning the beverage

stop and provide fliers, promo items, etc.• Signage at station

Team Photo Sponsor - $300• Logo on team photo given to each player• Signage on course

Contest/Specialty Hole Sponsor - $250• Opportunity to be on-site manning the contest

and provide fliers, promo items, etc.• Signage at contest hole

“19th Hole” Sponsor - $200• Opportunity to be on-site manning the “19th

Hole” area and provide fliers, promo items, etc.• Signage at station• Sponsor to provide drinks

Snack Stop Sponsor - $150• Opportunity to be on-site manning snack stop

and provide fliers, promo items, etc.• Signage at station• Sponsor to provide snacks

Goodie Bag Sponsor - $150• Opportunity to provide goodie bag to each

player with exclusive logo• Sponsor to provide 150 tote bags

Morning Drink Station Sponsor - $100• Opportunity to be on-site manning the drink

station and provide fliers, promo items, etc.• Signage at station• Sponsor to provide drinks

Breakfast Sponsor - In Kind• Opportunity to have representative on-site

during breakfast• Signage displayed in breakfast area• Sponsor to provide breakfast

Contact: Stacy Needels, director of special events,816.524.2424 or [email protected]


Oktoberfest | LAST FULL WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER

Transport yourself to the heart of Munich with all the fun of this wundervoll fall festival. Don’t miss your chance to promote your business to more than 70,000 festival goers. The festival features arts and crafts, Kids Street, a carnival, German meals and dancing, biergarten, home brew competition, live entertainment and much more.

Presenting - $6,000

Sportzelt - $3,500

Main Stage - $3,000

Community Stage - $2,500

Kids Street - $2,500

Superb - $2,500

Brat Tent - $2,000

Rootbiergarten - $1,000

Golf Cart - $1,000

Wonderful - $1,000

Excellent - $750

Divine - $500

Kickoff - $350

Very Good - $250

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Contact: Stacy Needels, director of special events, 816.524.2424 or [email protected]


NETWORKING EVENTS

Chamber After Hours are lively networking events held at the sponsor’s location. Get approximately 45 members in the doors of your business and showcase everything you have to offer. It’s an ideal atmosphere to market your business to Chamber members.

Sponsor benefits:• Listed on online calendar of events, e-blasts &

Chamber Link newsletter• Rep to speak 3-4 minutes on behalf of business • Sponsor to provide apps and adult beverages

Contact: Stacy Needels – [email protected]

Monthly Luncheons feature a variety of informative and inspiring speakers, as well as networking and a catered lunch. Attendance averages 120 members, so it’s a great way to reach many members.

Sponsor benefits:• Listed on online calendar of events, e-blasts &

Chamber Link newsletter• Rep to speak 3-4 minutes on behalf of business• Two complimentary luncheon reservations• Opportunity to place marketing materials at tables

& do drawing to collect business cards

*Business of the Year luncheons cost $500


BEFORE HOURSBrew up Business

Sponsors host a caffeinated meet-and-greet session for early birds at their business. These easy-going events bring 35 members into your business on average. It’s a great way to promote your business to multiple members at once over a cup of coffee.

Sponsor benefits:

• Listed on online calendar of events, e-blasts, Chamber Link newsletter and social media

• Rep to speak 3-4 minutes on behalf of business • Sponsor to provide breakfast


7:30–8:30 a.m. Fourth TuesdaysCost: $150

11:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Third FridaysCost: $350*

4:30–6 p.m. Second ThursdaysCost: $250

Dates may vary slightly throughout the year to accommodate holidays and large events.

The Chamber Young Professionals (CYP), open to members ages 21-35, host a variety of monthly events including networking, team building, development luncheons and service projects. Attendance at these events averages 20 people.

Sponsor benefits:• Listed on online calendar of events, e-blasts,

Chamber Link newsletter and social media• Rep to speak 3-4 minutes on behalf of business

Contact: Stephanie Kusek – [email protected]

Varying Dates and TimesCost: $100Developing the next generation of leaders


Candidate Forums | HELD AS NEEDED FOR UPCOMING ELECTIONS

Legislative Day | APRIL

Advocacy Day | FEBRUARY/MARCH

The Lee’s Summit Chamber hosts Candidate Forums on an as-needed basis before local municipal elections, as well as general elections. These events give the public an opportunity to meet the candidates and also hear their positions on certain issues so they can make an educated vote.

Each year, the Chamber hops on the Amtrak for a full day in Jefferson City where members can meet with legislators and state officials, tour the State Capitol, Governor’s Mansion and Supreme Court, and network with other members.

Members of the Chamber’s Legislative and Governmental Relations committees, as well as the board of directors, are invited to join other local chamber organizations for a day of advocacy in Jefferson City. Attendees meet with legislators and committee chairs to discuss important topics such as education, economic development, transportation and health care.

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY EVENTS

Forum Sponsor - $250• Logo on signage at the event• Recognition on all publicity including e-blasts,

Chamber Link, social media and more

Contact: Matt Baird, director of business and governmental relations, [email protected]

Legislative Day Sponsor - $500• Recognition on all publicity including e-blasts,

Chamber Link, social media and more• Logo on printed program

• Complimentary registration for trip


Title Sponsor - $500• Logo on all agendas and programs• Opportunity to speak at the Legislative Luncheon



Recess for Success | 4 P.M. THE FIRST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH

Experts of Enterprise | SPRING & FALL

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EVENTS

The Chamber’s professional development series features experts in a variety of development topics, from sales to social media marketing and beyond. Sponsors have the unique opportunity to market their business to fellow entrepreneurs and professionals.

Monthly Sponsor - $150

• Listed on online calendar of events, weekly e-newsletter, e-blast & Chamber Link newsletter• Rep to speak 3-4 minutes on behalf of business• Opportunity to have marketing materials at tables


The Chamber’s twice-yearly Experts of Enterprise seminars feature an afternoon of expert panelists, guest speakers, a cocktail hour and more to expand your network and develop yourself professionally.

Expert Sponsor - $250

• Listed on online calendar of events, weekly e-newsletter, e-blast & Chamber Link newsletter• Two complimentary registrations to the event• Signage at the event



Breakfast for Champions | NOVEMBER

The Chamber’s annual entrepreneurship breakfast highlights the spirit of entrepreneurism in Lee’s Summit. The event features local businessmen and women who have built successful ventures in various industries and paved the way for new innovation.

Champion Sponsor - $500

• Listed on online calendar of events, weekly e-newsletter, e-blast & Chamber Link newsletter• Four tickets to the event


Innov8 | SPRING & FALL

The Chamber partners with the LSR-7 and Blue Springs R-4 school districts for full-day entrepreneurship workshops. Local business leaders serve as mentors and judges to the students as they craft a product/service and learn how to communicate their ideas to potential investors and customers.

Innov8 Sponsor - $350

• Listed on online calendar of events, weekly e-newsletter, e-blast & Chamber Link newsletter• Rep to speak 3-4 minutes on behalf of business• Opportunity to have marketing materials at tables



MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

Catalyst, the Chamber’s award-winning quarterly magazine, is the only publication focusing on the business community in the greater Lee’s Summit area. Featuring local stories, business tips and news covering diverse industry members, Catalyst is distributed to more than 3,000 businesses, including those licensed by the City of Lee’s Summit as well as all Chamber members.

Full Page: $625 | Half Page: $425 | Quarter Page: $325

With a distribution of 30,000, the twice-yearly Lee’s Summit Visitors Guide is the ideal place to promote your business to residents, visitors and families. The guide features local attractions, restaurants, festivals, shopping centers, hotels and unique destinations, as well as a calendar of events. An online version also lives on LStourism.com with hundreds of thousands of hits annually.

Full Page: $1,200 | Half Page: $695 | Quarter Page: $395

Lee’s Summit Visitors Guide | APRIL & SEPTEMBER

Health Care Directory | SEPTEMBER

The Lee’s Summit Health Care Directory is the best resource you can have when it comes to knowing your health care options. The directory includes Lee’s Summit Health Care listings, as well as information regarding local care centers. The Health Care Directory publishes in September and is mailed to 40,000 homes in Lee’s Summit.

Full Page: $1,849 | Half Page: $999 | Quarter Page: $599 | Bio: $495

Catalyst–The Business Magazine | JANUARY, APRIL, JULY, OCTOBER

The Chamber produces a number of publications throughout the year, offering members additional exposure to specific audiences. In addition to print, publications also are displayed on the Chamber website, and sent to members via email. For more information about advertising in a Chamber publication, contact Heather Thompson, advertising manager, at [email protected].

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A publication of the Lee’s Summit Chamber of Commerce220 SE Main Street • 816.524.2424 • LSchamber.com

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The Chamber Link is the monthly publication of the Chamber featuring news about upcoming events and promotions, legislative updates, member news and more. The Link is mailed to 300 members, as well as emailed to more than 1,400 representatives.

Full Page: $350 | Half Page: $200 | Quarter Page: $150 | Business Card: $100

Lee’s Summit Community Calendar | NOVEMBER

Membership Directory + Community Profile | JANUARY

Take advantage of the opportunity to market your business for an entire year in the Chamber’s ultimate resource guide: the Membership Directory. The directory is distributed to more than 1,300 member representatives at the beginning of each year, as well as all year to new members. It also includes the all-encompassing Community Profile.

Full Page: $1,500 | Half Page: $850 | Quarter Page: $650

The Chamber produces a yearly wall calendar, featuring local events and images showcasing our great community. 3,000 calendars are printed and distributed throughout the area. Calendars offer a unique advertising opportunity because of the long shelf-life.

Inside Cover: $795 | Inside Back Cover: $595 | Full Month: $495 | Half Month: $295

Chamber Link Newsletter | MONTHLY

Online Directory Upgrades | ONGOING

Member Directory Category Sponsor—$250 annual feeAllows your ad to be posted at the beginning of the category listing you select, and your logo will be added to your alphabetical listing

Corporate Listing—$100 annual feeAllows you to add a logo or photo to your listing, as well as featuring the colored background to enhance your listing

Logo Enhanced Listing—$75 annual feeAllows you to add a logo or photo to your listing

Color Enhanced Listing—$50 annual feeFeatures colored background to highlight your listing

Contact: Cathy Young, director of member services, [email protected]

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