The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina
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2009 Sponsorship Opportunities R.S.V.P. by November 7, 2008
Co-Sponsored by:
Intelligent Communications
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January 5, 2009
The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina
Schedule of Events
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The North Carolina Chamber and the North Carolina Bankers Association proudly present the 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum, January 5, 2009 at the Raleigh Convention Center in Raleigh, North Carolina. The Economic Forecast Forum is a gathering of our state’s most powerful and influential leaders and is sure to once again attract a sell-out crowd. This highly acclaimed event provides you the opportunity to showcase your company to a statewide audience of more than 1,200 leaders in business, government, education and non-profits. Be sure to reserve your sponsorship by November 7, 2008. Here’s what one sponsor said about last year’s event: “Best yet! Nice to see new faces and speakers who tell it like it is.”
—Pat Perkins, Obrien/Atkins
>>>>>>>>>> The Economic Forecast Forum is the state’s premier event for experts to discuss current events and the future of North Carolina’s economy. As a sponsor, you will play a vital role in this discussion. Be sure to reserve your spot early as the event is sure to sell out.
9:00 a.m.
Registration Opens
Special Session
Transforming Transportation for the Future Brad Wilson, Chairman 21st Century Transportation Committee
Welcome
William D. Johnson Chairman, North Carolina Chamber Chairman, President & CEO Progress Energy Raleigh, NC
Invocation Lunch
Co-Sponsor
Introduction
Mr. Kim S. Price Chairman, NC Bankers Association President & CEO Citizens South Bank Gastonia, NC
william d. johnson Chairman, North Carolina Chamber Chairman, President & CEO Progress Energy
Introduction
William D. Johnson
Thomas J. Donohue President & CEO U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Introduction
Mr. Kim S. Price
HARRY M. DAVIS, Ph.D. NC Bankers Association Economist Professor of Finance Appalachian State University
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The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Your competitors will be there — make sure you are too! Previous Sponsors Include: AdvantageWest Alex Lee Apple Advertising AT&T North Carolina Bank of America BB&T Biltmore Blue Cross and Blue Shield of NC Capital Bank Cherry Bekaert & Holland Citigroup Global Markets CommunityOne Bank Cornerstone Wealth Mgmt Corning Crescent State Bank Dixon Hughes Dominion Power Duke Energy East Carolina Bank
ElectriCities Embarq EnergyUnited First Charter First Citizens Food Lion Franklin Street Partners Gateway Bank Genworth/GE Capital Great West Retirement GlaxoSmithKline Hanesbrands Haynesworth Baldwin IBM Jefferson Pilot Kilpatrick Stockton Lexington State Bank Martin Marietta NC Assn. of Defense Attorneys
NC Electric Coops NC Ports Authority North State Bank O’Brien/Atkins Ogletree Deakins Philip Morris USA Piedmont Natural Gas Progress Energy RBC Bank Regions Bank Reynolds American S&A Cherokee SunTrust Bank Sprint Southern Community Bank US Trust University Health Systems Wachovia
NC Magazine Readership Statistics for Presenting and Co-Sponsor opportunities only: > 31% of NC Magazine readers are presidents or CEOs of their company > 4 out of 10 NC Magazine readers are worth $1 million or more > 68% of NC Magazine readers are Sr. VPs., CFOs, Chancellors, in-house counsel or other executive positions > 89% of NC Magazine readers would recommend the magazine to others
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The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina
Presenting Sponsor $25,000 — ALREADY SOLD!
Presenting Sponsor
> Exclusive listing as the Presenting Sponsor > More than 200,000 ad impressions in NC Magazine and Carolina Banker listing your company as the Presenting Sponsor (value $0.10 per impression = $20,000) > 150 premier seats at the event (value 15 tables of 10 = $15,000) > Recognition and thanks from the podium > Your company listed as the Presenting Sponsor on all press releases as well as correspondence to more than 30,000 individuals throughout the state to promote the event > Company logo on the Economic Forecast Forum pages of the North Carolina Bankers Association and the North Carolina Chamber Web sites > Promotional materials (provided by you) given to individuals at the Forum > A 30-second video played at the event (provided by you) > Full-page ad on back cover of event program > A prominently displayed banner listing your company as the Presenting Sponsor (value = $2,500)
As the Presenting Sponsor, your company will receive abundant pre-conference and on-site publicity. Your preconference perks will begin with your company’s name featured in the event title: 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum presented by YOUR company name here. Furthermore, your company’s name and logo will be prominently displayed on the North Carolina Bankers Association and North Carolina Chamber Web sites and in multiple issues of each organization’s magazine. In addition, your company logo will appear on all promotional materials. Your company is also invited to provide a 30-second video which will be played at the Forum.
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See next page for additional details As a Co-Sponsor, your company will receive abundant pre-conference and on-site publicity. Your pre-conference perks will begin with your company’s name featured in the event title: 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum co-sponsored by YOUR company name here. Furthermore, your company’s name and logo will be prominently displayed on the North Carolina Bankers Association and North Carolina Chamber Web sites and in multiple issues of each organization’s magazine. In addition, your company logo will appear on all promotional materials. At the event, a representative of your company is invited to introduce Brad Wilson at the Special Session, provide the invocation for lunch, or close the opening event. Don’t miss this tremendous opportunity to showcase your company!
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The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina
Co-Sponsors - Four Available $10,000 each - Three Sold > Exclusive listing as an event Co-Sponsor > More than 200,000 ad impressions in NC Magazine and Carolina Banker listing your company as a Co-Sponsor (value $0.05 per impression = $10,000) > 30 premier seats at the event (value 3 tables of 10 = $3,000) > Recognition and thanks from the podium > Your company listed as a Co-Sponsor on all press releases as well as correspondence to more than 30,000 individuals throughout the state to promote the event > Company logo on the Economic Forecast Forum pages of the North Carolina Bankers Association and North Carolina Chamber Web sites > A prominently displayed banner (provided by you) listing your company as a Co-Sponsor (value = $1,500) > Speaking opportunity to introduce Brad Wilson at the Special Session; provide invocation at lunch OR close the Special Session (firstcome, first-served)
NEW FOR 2009: SPECIAL SESSION SPONSOR Special Session on Transportation $5,000 each - Five Available One of the most important issues affecting North Carolina’s growth is our ability to sustain and grow our transportation infrastructure. Attend the Special Session to hear and discuss ideas, challenges, opportunities and threats that will very likely be a part of the 2009 legislative session. As one of the fastestgrowing states in America, it’s important that we adequately prepare for the future to ensure a globally competitive business climate and exceptional quality of life here. How best to develop, maintain and grow our transportation infrastructure is a critical component of any planning for the future.
>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Special Session on Transportation Five Available - $5,000 each > Exclusive listing as a Special Session Sponsor > 20 seats at the Economic Forecast Forum (value 2 tables of 10 = $2,000) > Recognition and thanks from the podium > Your company name will be featured on beverage napkins at the Special Session (value = $2,500) > Company name and logo on the Economic Forecast Forum pages of the North Carolina Bankers Association and North Carolina Chamber Web sites > Prominently displayed signage listing your company as a Special Session Sponsor
To become a sponsor, call Sandy Harrell at 919.836.1421 Hosted by: Presented by:
The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina
Gold Sponsors – 10 Available $5,000 each > Exclusive listing as a Gold Sponsor > 20 seats at the event (value 2 tables of 10 = $2,000) > One half-page ad in event program (value = $500) > Recognition and thanks from the podium > Your company listed as the Gold Sponsor in the event program > Signs listing your company as a Gold Sponsor and pre-event refreshment sponsor prominently displayed throughout the event (value = $2,500) > Company name and logo on the Economic Forecast Forum pages of the North Carolina Bankers Association and North Carolina Chamber Web sites
Silver Sponsors – 20 Available $3,000 each - Two SOLD > Exclusive listing as a Silver Sponsor > 10 seats at the event (value 1 table of 10 = $1,000) > Your company listed as the Silver Sponsor in the event program > Recognition and thanks from the podium > Company name on the Economic Forecast Forum pages of the North Carolina Bankers Association and North Carolina Chamber Web sites > Signs listing your company as a Silver Sponsor and dessert sponsor prominently displayed throughout the event
Gold Sponsors Everyone loves refreshments! Give your company the opportunity to reach Forum attendees by becoming a Gold Sponsor and your company will be listed exclusively with other Gold Sponsors for the pre-event refreshments. Signage listing your company will surround the beverage tables. As a Gold Sponsor, you will also receive premier seating at the event for 20 attendees. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity!
>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Silver Sponsors This is the perfect opportunity for those with a sweet tooth! Give your company the opportunity to reach Forum attendees by becoming a Silver Sponsor and we will provide special thanks and recognition for sponsoring dessert at the event. Signage listing your company along with the other Silver Sponsors will be placed on each table listing you as the dessert sponsor. You will also receive premier seating at the event for 10 attendees. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity!
>>>>>>>>>>>>>> Patron Sponsor $1,000 - Unlimited An unlimited number of Patron Sponsors are available for this event. Benefits of sponsorship include: > 10 seats at the event (value 1 table of 10 = $1,000) > Your company listed as a Patron Sponsor in the event program > Recognition and thanks from the podium
To become a sponsor, call Sandy Harrell at 919.836.1421 Hosted by:
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The 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum Raleigh Convention Center > Raleigh, North Carolina Please complete contact information Company Address City
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Contact Name /Title Phone/Fax E-mail Signature (required) Please select one of the following opportunities Presenting Sponsor — $25,000
(ALREADY SOLD)
Ten Available
Gold Sponsor — $5,000
Silver Sponsor — $3,000
Co-Sponsor — $10,000
Twenty Available (Two Sold)
Four Available (Three Sold)
Patron Sponsor — $1,000
Special Session Sponsor — $5,000
Unlimited
Five Available Reserving sponsorships: By Phone: Sandy Harrell (919) 836-1421
By Fax: (919) 836-1425 24 hours a day!
By Mail: North Carolina Chamber 701 Corporate Center Dr., Suite 400 Raleigh, NC 27607
Payment: Please make enclosed check payable to North Carolina Chamber Economic Forecast Forum Check# Bill my company (PO# Charge to:
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Don’t forget to R.S.V.P. for sponsorships by November 7, 2008 Hosted by: Presented by:
The North Carolina Chamber recognizes Commercial Printing Company in Raleigh as Collateral Sponsor for the 7th Annual Economic Forecast Forum for their outstanding service and contributions to this year’s event.
North Carolina Chamber 701 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 400 Raleigh, NC 27607 (919) 836-1400 ncchamber.net
