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IABC Chicago considers sponsorship a vital way to help support the chapters programs and events. IABC Chicago is proud to be sponsored by the following organizations.
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Sponsorship - Click here to find out how you can support IABC and gain visibility to the Chicago chapter. Please contact Robert Mark, 847.864.9780 for specific information.




IABC/Chicago Sponsorship Opportunities

Sponsorship levels
Event Sponsorship
Spectra Awards Sponsorship
Yearly Sponsorship
Website Sponsorship
In-Kind Sponsorship



Event Sponsorship

Monthly luncheon - $500 - Exclusive Sponsorship
IABC monthly luncheons are held on the third Wednesday of each month at Maggiano's on Clark. Average attendance is 60-80. See the events section for the program schedule.
  • Introduction by event host at luncheon
  • 3 minute company spotlight by sponsor representative Name / logo on all publicity (monthly newsletter, e-mail blasts, monthly flyer, website promo)
  • 2 free event admissions ($80 value)
  • Right to distribute promotional material (cards/brochures) at each place setting and at sponsor-only table
  • One time opportunity to purchase IABC mailing labels (additional)
  • Right of first refusal for additional sponsorship opportunities
Networking Session - $250 (2 available for each networking event)
  • Introduction by event host at luncheon
  • 3 minute company spotlight by sponsor representative
  • Name / logo on all publicity (monthly newsletter, e-mail blasts, monthly flyer, website promo - at least 5 exposures)
  • Two free event admissions
  • Right to distribute promotional material (cards, brochures, flyers, etc.) at networking info table
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Spectra Awards Sponsors

Premium Sponsor - $2,000
  • Name on all event literature, banners
  • Distribution of promotional material at all seats
  • Booth
  • 2 admissions to event or 2 complimentary award entries
  • Introduction and recognition at event
Reception Sponsor - $1,000
  • Small table
  • Distribution of promotional material during reception
  • 2 admissions to event or 2 complimentary award entries
  • Introduction and recognition at event
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Yearly Sponsors

Platinum - $3,000 (Limit 2)
  • Presence on IABC/Chicago signage at every IABC/Chicago event.
  • Company logo on IABC/Chicago website with link to sponsor site
  • Introduction and Recognition at all IABC events by IABC/Chicago president
  • Free IABC membership (a $308 value) - A designated representative from your company will be invited to attend IABC educational events and networking functions at the discounted IABC member rates.
  • Four free luncheon tickets (a $160 value)
  • Free admission to all networking sessions - with the opportunity to mingle with the top movers, shakers, and buyers in the Chicago communication community.
  • Opportunity to distribute promotional material (cards, brochures, flyers, etc.) at sponsor-only table at all IABC/Chicago events
  • One time use of IABC/Chicago mailing list
  • Right of first refusal on all sponsorship opportunities
Gold - $1,500 - Free IABC membership (a $270 value) - A designated representative from your company will be invited to attend IABC educational events and networking functions at the discounted IABC member rates.
  • Company logo on IABC/Chicago website and link to company site
  • Introduction and Recognition at all IABC events by IABC/Chicago president
  • Two free IABC luncheon admissions (an $80 value)
  • Free admission to all networking sessions - with the opportunity to mingle with the top movers, shakers, and buyers in the Chicago communication community.
  • Opportunity to distribute promotional material (cards, brochures, flyers, etc.) at sponsor-only table at all IABC/Chicago events
  • One time use of IABC/Chicago mailing list (a $300 value)
  • Right of second refusal on all sponsorship opportunities
Silver - $750
  • Free admission to all networking sessions - with the opportunity to mingle with the top movers, shakers, and buyers in the Chicago communication community.
  • Introduction and Recognition at luncheon events by IABC/Chicago president
  • Two free IABC luncheon admissions (an $80 value)
  • Right to distribute promotional material (cards, brochures, flyers, etc.) at sponsor-only table at all IABC/Chicago events
  • Opportunity to purchase IABC mailing list (a $300 value) at a discount
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Website Sponsors

Preferred Partner ( $1,000 or $800 for Event Sponsor)
  • Graphic ad-tile on all IABC/Chicago web pages
  • Listing and one paragraph description on "Preferred Partners" page; grouping by category
  • Link to sponsor's website

* See current sponsors in our Resource Center.

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In-Kind Sponsors

Printers
During the course of the year, we have need for printers to produce our newsletter,
PRISM, invitations, award calls to entry and a variety of other material.

Audio Visual
Provides A/V equipment for monthly luncheons and other events as needed.

Mailing Sponsor
For mailing of Spectra announcements and invitations, monthly mailing of Prism

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